Keysight M8000 Series Manual
Keysight M8000 Series Manual

Keysight M8000 Series Manual

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  • Page 2: Warranty

    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 M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Final connection using a torque wrench Ensure proper grounding Read the warning labels and specifications Avoid overpowering the product Ensure proper instrument cooling (airflow) Follow electrostatic discharge precautions Use Cable Discharger box to discharge cables M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 4 Contents Use proper lifting techniques Use proper packaging for transport Check your instrument settings Get more information Get the latest information about your product M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 5: Tools Shipped With M8000 Series Modules

    Tools shipped with M8000 series modules Table 1 lists the tools that are shipped with M8000 series 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.
  • Page 6: Preventing Damage To M8050A Connectors Including M8042A/M8043A/M8067A Connectors

    (position 1). The center pin is now retracted from the standard position. Use the 8710-2812 wrench to open the hex nut (position 2) from the female connector of module or device. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 7 Use 8710-1765 wrench to torque / tighten at position 2. Disconnecting the cables Use the 54964-03802 wrench to hold at position 1. Avoid turning inner pin. Use 8710-1765 wrench to loosen at position 2. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 8 . Use the 7 mm side of the 54964-03801 wrench to hold at position 1. Avoid turning inner pin. Use 8710-2812 wrench to loosen at position M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 9: Tips For Connecting And Removing M8042A Connectors (External Semi-Rigid Cable Connection)

    Use the 8710-1765 wrench to torque at position 1. Disconnecting the cables Use the 54964-03801 wrench to hold at position 2. Avoid turning inner pin. Use the 8710-1765 wrench to loosen at position 1. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 10 1-1 & 2-2, along with the 3.5 mm semi-rigid cable, connected at position 3-3, between the M8009A and M8042A modules. All these cables are highly sensitive and must be handled with care. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 11 Tips for Preventing Damage Figure 2 Using semi-rigid cables to connect M8009A and M8042A M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 12 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. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 13: Tips For Connecting And Removing Cables To/From M8053A Interference Source

    2. Removing the cables Use the 7 mm side of the 54964-03801 wrench to hold at position 1. Avoid turning inner pin. Use 8710-1765 wrench to torque at position 2. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 14: Mounting The Cable With Attached Adapter To The M8053A Front Panel

    M8053A module. Use the 7 mm side of the 54964-03801 wrench to hold at position 1. Avoid turning inner pin. Use 8710-2812 wrench to loosen at position 2. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 15: General Tips To Prevent Unnecessary Repairs

    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 M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 16: Protect The Input And Output Connectors

    Ensure externally connected items are properly supported (not freely suspended) from the connectors. • Always use torque wrench and gauge tools for connecting RF connectors. • Do not mix 50 Ω and 75 Ω connectors and cables. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 17: Follow Proper Rf Cable And Connector Care

    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. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 18: Using The Torque Wrench

    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 M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 19: Final Connection Using A Torque Wrench

    • Do not damage the earth-grounding protection by using an extension cable, power cable or autotransformer without a protective ground conductor. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 20: Read The Warning Labels And Specifications

    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. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 21: Follow Electrostatic Discharge Precautions

    • You should use the cable discharger provided with the initial product shipment and shown in the following figures. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 22 DUT can create AC transients, insufficient grounding, or floating neutral lines which damages the current to flow into or out of the instrument.For more information about electrostatic discharge, contact the Electrostatic Discharge Association www.esda.org. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 23 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 M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 24 M8040A BERT product information: www.keysight.com/find/M8040A • M8050A BERT product information: www.keysight.com/find/M8050A • Check for service and support: www.keysight.com/find/service • Check for updated service notes: www.keysight.com/find/servicenotes • For worldwide service locations information: www.keysight.com/find/assist M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
  • Page 26 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2024 Edition 4.0, April 2024 Printed in Germany www.keysight.com...

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