Acterna ANT-5 - Safety Instructions; Correct Usage; Connection to Test Circuits Carrying Dangerous Voltages

Introduction
Page 20 Acterna ANT-5
Right-side view
ANT-5
CompactFlash
slot
Serial port
connector
T1
Connectors
ECL input
Note: For reliable operation we recommend only using Acterna cables (e.g. K168,169)
WARNING: Section 1.8, Safety instructions, should be read before connecting
cables to the ANT-5.
Note 1: Optical connectors, where fitted, are provided with dust caps which should be
used whenever an optical lead is not connected.
Note 2: Care must be taken not to connect a long-haul (high power) transmitter
directly to the receiver, since this can overload or even damage some receiver
modules. By connecting an external optical attenuator (as supplied) this restriction can
be overcome.
1.8 Safety instructions
To ensure that the ANT-5 is maintained in perfect condition and that it operates safely
at all times, the instructions which follow should be read and observed.
1.8.1 Correct usage
The ANT-5 should only be used for the purpose and under the conditions for which it
is intended. Operation outside these conditions may be dangerous or may damage the
instrument. Refer to Section 1.1, Intended use, and Appendix A – Specifications
and ordering information for further details.
1.8.2 Connection to test circuits carrying dangerous voltages
WARNING: Dangerous voltages may be present on telecom circuits. Do not use
in lightning storms.
Telephone lines can have potentially dangerous voltages. Care should be taken when
connecting measuring leads to the line and to the ANT-5, and the instrument should