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(Australian Spectrum Management Agency). This indicates compliance with all Australian EMC regulatory information. Indicates that the product was tested and has met the certification requirements for electrical, plumbing and/or mechanical products. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
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ISM GRP 1-A - This is an Industrial Scientific and Medical (ISM) Group 1 Class A product. This symbol on all primary and secondary packaging indicates compliance to China standard GB 18455-2001. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
(WEEE) is required, as obligated by DIRECTIVE 2012/19/EU and other National legislation. http://about.keysight.com/en/companyinfo/environment/takeback.shtml to understand your Trade in options with Keysight in addition to product takeback instructions. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
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Tips for connecting and removing cables to/from M8053A Interference Source Connecting the adapter to the cable M8053A-801 Mounting the cable with attached adapter to the M8053A front panel M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
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Use Cable Discharger box to discharge cables 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...
Tools shipped with M8000 series modules Table 3 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.
(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...
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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...
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. 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...
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...
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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...
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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...
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Screw the grooved ring at position 2 by hand only. Tighten the grooved nut again using the 8710-2812 wrench. The center pin will extend into the female connector’s socket to secure the connection. M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage...
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Remove the cable from the 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
• 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...
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...
• 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...
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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...
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...
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...
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