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Setting Up the Infiniium DCA
Step 11. Avoid Costly Repairs
Step 11. Avoid Costly RepairsCAUTION Electrical channel input circuits and th e trigger input circuit can be damaged
by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Therefore, avoid applying static discharges
to the front-panel input connectors. Prior to connecting any coaxial cable to
the connectors, momentarily short the center and ou ter conductors of the
cable together. Avoid touching the front-panel input connectors without first
touching the frame of the instrument. Be sure that the instrument is properly
earth-grounded to prevent buildup of static charge. Wear a wrist-strap or heel-
strap.
CAUTION Optical channel fiber-optic connectors are easily damaged when connected to
dirty or damaged cables and accessories. When you use i mproper cleaning and
handling techniques, you risk expensive instrument repairs , damaged cables,