Keysight AE6941A Automotive Ethernet Fixture User Guide & Methods of Implementation
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Preliminary and Precautionary Information
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Safety Considerations
Read the following information before using this instrument.
Observe the following general safety precautions during all phases of operation, service, and repair
of this instrument. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in
this manual violates safety standards for design, manufacture, and intended use of the instrument.
Keysight Technologies assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these
requirements.
The Automotive Test Adapter Care and Handling Precautions
The AE6941A Automotive Ethernet Fixture requires careful handling to avoid damage. Improper
handling techniques, or using too small a cable bend radius, can damage the test instrument
coaxial cables attached to the adapter SubMiniature version A (SMA) connectors, or can damage
the Ethernet cables used during testing. The damage can occur at any point along a cable. Thus, to
achieve optimum performance and to prolong the life of the Automotive Ethernet Fixture, observe
the following handling precautions:
Avoid Torque Forces (Twisting)
While individual test instrument or probe cables connected to the test
adapter may have some rotational freedom, twisting the Automotive
Ethernet Fixture as a unit, with cable or probe devices held stationary,
may damage or severely degrade performance. Adherence to
helps to avoid twisting.
Avoid Sharp Cable Bends
Never bend cables greater than specified limits. Always keep single or
multiple cable bends within specified limits. (See manufacturer's
recommendations.) Bending connected cables beyond specified limits
may permanently damage or severely degrade test connected cable
performance.
Avoid Cable Tension (Pull Forces)
Never apply tension (pull forces) to an individual coaxial cable that is
greater than 2.3 kg (5 lbs.). To avoid applying tension, always place
accessories and equipment on a surface that allows adjustment to
eliminate tension on the AE6941A and cables. Accurately place and
support the AE6941A by using adjustable elevation stands or apparatus.