Summary of Contents for Keysight Technologies M8100 Series
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M8100 Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Supported Modules: M8008A Clock Generators M8199A Arbitrary Waveform Generators M8158A Arbitrary Waveform Generator Remote Head M8199B Arbitrary Waveform Generators TIPS FOR PREVENTING DAMAGE...
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APPLICABLE LAW, KEYSIGHT DISCLAIMS conditions are fully understood and ware to U.S. government customers under ALL WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR met. its standard commercial license, which is IMPLIED WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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Contents Tools shipped with M8100 series AWG modules Preventing damage to M8199A and M8199B connectors Connecting & disconnecting 1.85 mm cables Connecting & disconnecting 3.5 mm cables from M8008A to M8199A / M8199B Sync In Connecting & disconnecting 1.0 mm cables to Data Out on M8199B AWG...
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Tools shipped with M8100 series AWG modules Table 1 lists the tools that are shipped with M8100 series AWG modules. The type of wrench you receive in the kit may vary depending on the module you procure. The sections below specify the type of wrench you require for the connection and removal of the associated cables.
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1.0 mm, 15 cm, Data Out M8199B To Data Out on 8710-2812 (M8199B-801) module only M8199B Torque Wrench 1.0 mm, 30 cm, Data Out M8199B To Data Out on 8710-2812 (M8199B-803) module only M8199B Torque Wrench M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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M8199A / M8199B module. Avoid turning inner pin. Disconnecting the cables Use the 8710-1765 wrench to loosen the cable from the Clk In port of the M8199A / M8199B module. Avoid turning inner pin. M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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(marked with red X). Use the 8710-1765 wrench to loosen the outer hex nut on the cable (position 2). Do not turn the Data Out connector (golden connector with blue X) on the M8199A module. M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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(position 2) on the cable . Do not turn the Sync In connector (golden c o n n e c t o r w i t h r e d t h e M8199A/M8199B module. M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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Use the 8710-2812 torque wrench to loosen the hex nut (position 2) from the female connector of module or device. Avoid repeated bending of cables; a single sharp bend can damage a WARNING cable instantly. M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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Look for metal particles, scratches, dents Gauging Connectors DO NOT Clean and zero the gauge before use Use an out-of-spec connector Use the correct gauge type Use correct end of calibration block Gauge all connectors before first use M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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Inspect the connectors prior to use; look for dirt, nicks, and other signs of damage or wear. A bad connector can ruin the good connector instantly. • Clean dirty connectors to prevent poor electrical connections and avoid damage to the connector. M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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CRITICAL: Rotate only the connector nut - NOT THE DEVICE OR CONNECTOR BODY - until finger-tight, being careful not to cross the threads. Damage to both connectors will occur if the male center pin is allowed to rotate in the female contact fingers. M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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Do not tighten the connection further. • Follow the torque wrench information listed in the following table: Wrench Information M8042-03801 Wrench 9 mm 54964-03801 Wrench Dual-ended, fits 6 mm and 7 mm 54964-03802 Wrench Dual-ended, fits 8 mm M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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• Do not damage the earth-grounding protection by using an extension cable, power cable or autotransformer without a protective ground conductor. M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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Make sure that there is enough clearance for adequate air-flow. • If the air-flow is restricted, the internal operating temperature will be higher, reducing the instrument’s reliability. • Do not cover the ventilation holes. M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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Never use styrene pellets in any shape as packaging materials. They do not adequately cushion the equipment and can cause equipment damage by generating static electricity. • If possible, retain the original packaging for re-use when shipping the instrument. M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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Get more information • Consideration for instrument grounding 5989-9200 • Bench instrument site check table 5989-4992 • Do STEP daily ESD self-check 5989-5752 • EOS/ESD limiter N9355CK01 M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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• M8199B AWG product information: www.keysight.com/find/M8199B • Check for updated service notes: www.keysight.com/find/servicenotes • Review your previous repairs using Keysight Infoline Web tool at: www.keysight.com/find/service • For worldwide service locations information: www.keysight.com/find/assist M8100 Series AWG Tips for Preventing Damage...
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