Patton electronic user manual Activating the Model 2616RC, De-activating the Model 2616RC

Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 4 • Operation and shutdown

Introduction

This chapter describes how to start up and power down the Model 2616RC.

Activating the Model 2616RC

The Model 2616RC is activated by completing the procedures in Chapter 2, “Hardware installation” and Chapter 3, “Configuring the T-DAC for operation”. To activate the 2616RC, please follow the procedures in those chapters.

The Model 2616RC is designed for unattended operation.Once the Model 2616RC has been installed and configured, no further operator action is required under normal conditions.

De-activating the Model 2616RC

Perform the following procedure to deactivate the Model 2616RC.

Note Be sure to wear an anti-static strap to prevent electrostatic damage to the blade.

1.Unlock the handles on the front of the 2616RC by pressing the red button on each handle. The button immediately activates the switch (turning it to an open position), while the button itself remains depressed. Remove the blade by pushing the handles outwards.

2.Remove the Model 2616RC from the rack chassis. Place the blade on an anti-static surface.

3.Remove the rear blade from the rack chassis. Place the blade on an anti-static surface.

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