Introduction
Giga-tronics GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier
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Operation Manual, Part Number 34672, Rev. C, March 2011
2.6
Shipping, Repair, and Calibration
2.6.1
Shipping the GT-1000A
If it is necessary to ship the GT-1000A, observe the following:
Use the best packaging materials available. If possible, reuse the original shipping container.
If the original shipping container is not available, use a strong carton (350lbs./sq.in. bursting strength) or a
wooden box.
Wrap the instrument in heavy paper or plastic before placing it into the shipping container.
Completely fill the areas on all sides of the instrument with packaging material. Take extra precaution to
protect the front and rear panels.
Seal the package with strong tape or metal bands. Mark the outside of the package clearly, and in bold type,
as follows:
FRAGILE — DELICATE INSTRUMENT
2.6.2
Repairs
The Giga-tronics GT-1000A microwave synthesizer is a robust instrument that has been designed and built for
years of trouble-free service. However, if you experience problems with the instrument, do the following:
1.
Contact your local Giga-tronics sales office, or the factory, and be prepared to provide the model, serial
number, and any included options of your instrument, and a description of the problem. To contact the
factory directly, use the following information:
Contacting Giga-tronics Customer Service
Telephone (within the United States) 800.726.4442
Telephone
925.328.4702
Fax
925.328.4702
2.
If it is has been determined that you must ship the GT-1000A to the factory or a service center for
repair, you will be issued a
Return Materials Authorization (RMA)
number. Use the RMA number in all
correspondence regarding the repair.
3.
Pack the GT-1000A for shipment as described in the previous section, and enclose all relevant
information regarding the problem.
4.
Ship the GT-1000A to the address provided by Giga-tronics Customer Service.
2.6.3
Calibration
The GT-1000A is not a calibrated instrument. No specific calibration is required. For more information, contact
Giga-tronics.
