HP 8517B Operating and Safety Precautions, Maximum Input Power Levels, Power Level Test Port

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Operating and Safety Precautions

Operating and Safety Precautions

CAUTION	ESD Sensitive Assemblies
	Test set assemblies are very sensitive to damage from electrostatic discharge.
	They may or may not continue to function if subjected to electrostatic
	discharge. Their reliability, however, will be impaired. Handle the
	instrument devices at static-safe work stations, only.

Operating Precautions Observe the following normal precautions when handling and operating the test set:

•Do not exceed the input power levels listed below:

Table 1-7 Maximum Input Power Levels

Power Level	Test Port
+17 dBm	Port 1
+17 dBm	Port 2
+30 dBm1	Port 2 (Option 004, or Option 004 “plus” 007)

1.This is the maximum input power allowed with HP 8517B Option 004, or Option 004 “plus” Option 007, when the attenuator is set to ≤20 dB. Without attenuation, the maximum input power allowed is +17 dBm.

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Do not exceed +15 dBm into the test set with the source RF input.

Never apply a dc voltage to the source RF input of the test set.

Do not torque any connection at the test port connectors to more than

90N-cm (8 in-lb). The wrench supplied with your accessory kit is calibrated for 90 N-cm (8 in-lb) torque.

Do not torque any connection to more than 90 N-cm (8 in-lb) at the source RF input or on the back of your test set.

Safety Precautions

The voltages inside this test set warrant normal caution for operator safety. Nevertheless, service should be performed by qualified personnel, only. Service strategy, troubleshooting procedures, replaceable parts, and other information about the test set are provided in this manual or the HP 8510C On-Site Service Manual.

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