S500 Administrative Guide
PA-939 Rev. B / October 2007
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Triax connector handling (contamination)
Contamination can cause current leakage in the source-measure signal paths to the DUT. Leakage current can
significantly degrade the test results. Care must be taken to keep source-measure triax cable connectors (if
applicable) clean and free of any foreign contaminants. DO NOT touch the connector pins of the triax connectors.
CAUTION
Contamination will degrade the performance of the test system. To avoid
contamination, DO NOT touch any connector pins or the areas adjacent to
the electrical contacts of the triax connectors.
Cleaning
— Contaminated connectors can be cleaned with methanol, then blow drying with nitrogen gas. Allow 24
hours to dry.
Unpacking system components
Carefully remove all system components from the crates. While unpacking, make sure there are no signs of
damage to the components. Inspect shock sensors located on outside of shipping box. If the shock sensor
indicates a shock condition, conduct a very thorough inspection of all components contained in the system cabinet.
Report any damage to the shipping agent immediately.
Crate 1 — System cabinet
The system cabinet is shipped from the factory with all the instruments installed. Most connections and wiring
between the system cabinet instruments are made at the factory.
Crate 2 (Optional) — Computer peripherals and other accessories
A computer monitor, keyboard, and mouse. It includes required installation hardware, USB extension cables,
connectors for the keyboard and mouse, and any other accessories that may have been ordered with the system.
Lockout/tagout
WARNING
Disconnect the one or two system cabinet line cords from the AC line power
receptacles before opening the system cabinet. Failure to remove line power
before opening the cabinet exposes potentially high voltages to personnel.
Severe personal injury due to electric shock may result if power is not
removed before working inside the cabinet. Also, never power up the system
until all connections and safety grounds are installed.
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