HP 86060C Series User Manual page 8

• The HP 86060C is a compact switch with 4 to 8 output channels and 1 or 2 in-
• The HP 86061C is a mid-size switch in a half-width chassis, with 1 or 2 input
• The HP 86062C is a full-width switch with 20 to 100 output channels.
W A R N I N G
C A U T I O N
C A U T I O N
General Information
General Information
General Information
The HP 86060C-series lightwave switches cover a broad range of switching
capacity and provide for accurate and repeatable measurements. Configuring
the switch is easy because the signal routing is shown graphically on the dis-
play. You can easily integrate the switch into an automated test system using
SCPI-compatible commands via HP-IB or RS-232 interfaces. The HP 86060C-
series lightwave switches are temperature stabilized.
puts.
channels. It can accommodate from 4 to 12 output channels on the front panel,
and up to 18 outputs on the rear panel.
On Option 002 dual input instruments, any light on an
unselected "A" channel will likely be output on one of the
unselected "B" channels.
On Option 002 dual input instruments, any light on an
unselected "B" channel will likely be output on an unselected
"A" channel.
To avoid exposure to light energy, always cover all unused channels.
Improper connector care, cleaning, or use of mismatched cable connectors can
invalidate the published specifications and damage connectors. Clean all cables
before applying to any connector. Repair of damaged connectors due to
improper use is not covered under warranty. Refer to
Connectors" on page 1-13
OPTION 3XX INSTRUMENTS: To avoid damage, handle the pigtail fiber with
care. Use only an appropriate fiber cleaver tool for cutting the fiber. Do not pull
the bare fiber out of its jacket, crush it, kink it, or bend it past its minimum bend
radius.
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for proper cleaning procedures.
"Care of Fiber-Optic