Tektronix IsoVu TIVM Series, User Manual

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Operating information
Optional accessories Additional accessories, such as other sensor tip cables are available. The
following table lists the optional accessories.
Table 2: Optional accessories
Accessory
Tektronix
part number
1X Sensor tip cable IVTIP1X
10X Sensor tip cable IVTIP10X
50X Sensor tip cable IVTIP50X
Operating considerations
Read this section before installing your measurement system to be aware of the
operating requirements and clearance requirements including possible hazardous
areas when the measurement system is connected to the DUT.
Measurement system
handling best practices
The measurement system consists of quality parts and should be treated with care
to avoid damage or degrading the performance due to mishandling. Consider the
following precautions when handling the
fi ber-optic cables and sensor tip cables:
Do not crush, crimp, or sharply bend the fi ber-optic cable. Avoid making
loops in the fi ber-optic cable smaller than 5 inches (12.7 cm).
Do not twist the fi ber-optic cable; twisting the cable will stress the optical
fi bers.
Do not allow kinks or knots to develop in the fi ber-optic cable.
Avoid putting tension on the fi ber-optic cable.
Do not pull or jerk the fi ber-optic cable, especially when kinks or knots are
present.
Do not drop the sensor head or controller assembly since damage and
misalignment of the internal optical components can result.
Avoid over-bending the sensor tip cables; do not exceed the minimum bend
radius of 2.0 inches (5.1 cm).
Avoid crushing the cables by accidentally running over the cable with a chair
wheel or by dropping a heavy object onto the cable.
Never support the weight of the sensor head or controller by the fi ber-optic
cable.
Store the measurement system in the supplied carrying case when not in use.
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