Coherent Modulation Transmitter | IQTX
Quantifi Photonics Ltd.
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Working with electrical connectors
Quantifi Photonics products are equipped with high-quality RF signal connectors.
Connector care
Although all connectors eventually wear, with proper technique you can maximize accuracy and
repeatability of measurements, and the lifetime of coaxial connectors:
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Use high quality cables, connectors and adapters to avoid damaging the unit. Mating of low
quality SMA components to female connectors may damage or degrade the female center pin.
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Handle connectors in the high-frequency range with precision dimensions properly to avoid
inadvertent damage.
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Avoid bad connections due to malfunctioning connectors as they are the most common cause
of measurement errors.
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Where possible, avoid frequent connections/disconnections of the RF Coax array on the front
panel as it will gradually wear each time the harness is connected or disconnected.
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Do not bend or deform rigid cables, as this will cause damage
Use ESD protection at all times, especially when handling RF input / output connectors.
Making a connection
When making a connection:
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Wear a grounded wrist strap.
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Inspect, clean, and gauge connectors. All connectors must be undamaged, clean, and within
mechanical specification.
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Carefully align the center axis of both devices. Push the connectors straight together so they
can engage smoothly. The male center conductor pin must slip concentrically into the contact
finger of the female connector.
Rotate only the connector nut
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NOT THE DEVICE OR CONNECTOR BODY
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until finger-tight,
being careful not to cross the threads. Damage to both connectors will occur if the male center
pin is allowed to rotate in the female contact fingers.