Preparing for Use
R&S
®
RTM2000
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Getting Started 1317.4710.02 ─ 05
2.3 Starting the Instrument
2.3.1 Powering On
The R&S
RTM can be used with different AC power voltages and adapts itself auto-
matically to it. The nominal voltage and frequency ranges are displayed on the rear
panel and quoted in the data sheet.
Risk of injury and instrument damage
The instrument must be used in an appropriate manner to prevent electric shock, fire,
personal injury, or damage.
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Do not use an isolating transformer to connect the instrument to the AC power sup-
ply.
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Do not open the instrument casing.
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Read and observe the "Basic Safety Instructions" at the beginning of this manual or
on the documentation CD-ROM, in addition to the safety instructions in the follow-
ing sections. Notice that the data sheet may specify additional operating condi-
tions.
The AC power connector and the main power switch are located on the rear panel of
the instrument.
1. Connect the instrument to the AC power supply using the AC power cable deliv-
ered with the instrument.
2. Switch the main power switch at the rear of the instrument to position I.
The POWER switch in the bottom left corner of the front panel lights up.
You can leave the AC power on permanently to preserve your last instrument settings.
Powering off is required only if the instrument must be completely disconnected from
all power supplies.
2.3.2 Starting Up and Shutting Down
The POWER switch is located in the bottom left corner of the front panel.
To start up the instrument
1. Make sure that the R&S
RTM is connected to the AC power supply and the main
power switch on the rear panel is in position I.
2. Press the POWER key on the front panel.
Starting the Instrument
