
Preparing for Use
R&S
®
RTE
15
Getting Started 1326.1026.02 ─ 06
Risk of instrument damage due to inappropriate operating conditions
An unsuitable operating site or test setup can damage the instrument and
connected devices. Before switching on the instrument, observe the infor-
mation on appropriate operating conditions provided in the data sheet. In
particular, ensure the following:
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All fan openings are unobstructed and the airflow perforations are unim-
peded. The minimum distance from the wall is 10
cm.
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The instrument is dry and shows no sign of condensation.
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The instrument is positioned as described in the following sections.
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The ambient temperature does not exceed the range specified in the
data sheet.
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Signal levels at the input connectors are all within the specified ranges.
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Signal outputs are connected correctly and are not overloaded.
2.3.1
Powering On
The R&S
RTE can be used with different AC power voltages and adapts itself
automatically to it.
The nominal ranges are:
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100 V to 240 V AC at 50 Hz to 60 Hz and 400 Hz
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max. 3.3 A to 1.5 A
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max. 300 W
Risk of injury
Connect the instrument to an outlet that has a ground contact.
If grounding is
not
ensured by the mains system, ground the instrument
using the protective earth conductor on the front panel and an appropriate
cable.
Do not use an isolating transformer to connect the instrument to the AC
power supply.
Starting the Instrument