1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual and the appropriate PIP BIOS User Manual provides all the information necessary to handle and
configure the PIP.
This manual is written
for advanced technical personnel
responsible for integrating the PIP into their systems.
1.2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND HANDLING
For personal safety and safe operation of the PIP, follow all safety procedures described here and in other
sections of the manual.
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Remove power from the system before installing (or removing) the PIP, to prevent the possibility of personal
injury (electrical shock) and / or damage to the product.
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Handle the product carefully; i.e. dropping or mishandling the PIP can cause damage to assemblies and
components.
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Do not expose the equipment to moisture.
1.3 ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) PROTECTION
Various electrical components within the product are sensitive to static and electrostatic discharge (ESD). Even
a small static discharge can be sufficient to destroy or degrade a component's operation!
With an open housing, do not touch any electronic components. Handle or touch only the unit chassis.
1.4 EQUIPMENT SAFETY
Great care is taken by MPL AG that all its products are thoroughly and rigorously tested before leaving the
factory to ensure that they are fully operational and conform to specification. However, no matter how reliable a
product, there is always the remote possibility that a defect may occur. The occurrence of a defect on this device
may, under certain conditions, cause a defect to occur in adjoining and/or connected equipment. It is your
responsibility to protect such equipment when installing this device. MPL accepts no responsibility whatsoever
for such defects, however caused.
2012 by MPL AG
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MEH-10126-201 Rev. F
High-Tech • Made in Switzerland
PIP19 / PIP20 / PIP22 / PIP23
Technical Reference Manual
