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Helwett Packard 83482A Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHelwett Packard
Model83482A
CategoryControl Unit
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warranty and Remedies

Warranty Terms

Details the warranty period and conditions for product defects.

Warranty Limitations

Specifies conditions under which the warranty does not apply to product defects.

Exclusive Remedies

Outlines the sole and exclusive remedies available to the buyer.

Safety Symbols and Conventions

Explains safety symbols, technical symbols, and typographical conventions.

General Safety Considerations

Operator Injury Risk Warnings

Alerts users to personal injury risks from contact with instrument and system points.

Equipment Protection and Service Warnings

Warns about equipment protection impairment and prohibits user servicing.

Voltage Setting and ESD Cautions

Warns about damage from incorrect voltage settings and ESD, providing precautions.

Getting Started

Inspect Shipment

Verify system components, inspect containers, and check serial numbers.

Install Plug-in Module

Instructions for installing the plug-in module into the mainframe slots.

Extender Cable Usage Caution

Warns against using extender cables to prevent damage due to improper grounding.

Firmware Revision Requirement

Specifies the required firmware revision for the plug-in module.

Return Instrument for Service Procedure

Guides on packaging, describing failures, and notifying service for instrument returns.

Prepare Instrument for Shipping

Details on writing failure descriptions and what information to include with returned instruments.

Connector Protection Caution

Emphasizes protecting electrical and optical connectors from damage.

Packaging Material Caution

Warns against using incorrect packaging materials that can cause damage or static electricity.

Instrument Shipping Packaging Guidelines

Provides guidelines for selecting cartons, packing material, and sealing shipments.

Channel Setup Menu

Module Options and Accessories

Lists specific options and accessories for the HP 83482A module.

Plug-in Module Front Panel Layout

Details the front panel layout including inputs, connectors, and keys.

Menu and Key Conventions Explained

Explains front-panel keys, softkeys, and shifted functions.

Channel Setup Menu Overview

Describes the Channel Setup menu and available softkeys.

ESD Caution for Channel Inputs

Warns about ESD damage to input circuits and provides grounding precautions.

Channel Setup Menu Differences

Notes differences between optical and electrical channel setup menus.

Display Channel Setup Menus

How to display optical and electrical channel setup menus.

Channel Display Function

Explains the function of turning the channel display on and off.

Waveform Scale Function

Controls the vertical scaling of the waveform, with options for fine mode.

Waveform Offset Function

Adjusts the waveform vertically, with specific behavior for optical and electrical channels.

Bandwidth and Wavelength Settings

Allows changing bandwidth and wavelength settings for channels.

Bandwidth Selection

Enables selection of 18 GHz or 40 GHz bandwidth on electrical channels.

Filter Function

Controls the filter function for the channel, turning it on and off.

Wavelength Selection

Selects desired wavelength for calibrated measurements on optical channels.

Channel Autoscale Function

Provides a fast method for determining optimal vertical scale settings.

External Scale Function

Allows setup for external converters/attenuators and adjusts scaling.

Attenuation Units Selection

Lets user select representation for probe attenuation factor (decibel or ratio).

Attenuation Adjustment

Selects attenuation to match connected device and adjusts scale factors.

Units Selection for Measurements

Selects units of measure for channel scale, offset, and vertical values.

External Gain and Offset Compensation

Compensates for actual probe characteristics rather than ideal ones.

Trigger Functionality

Explains external trigger level range and slot-dependent trigger source selection.

Voltage Limit and ESD Cautions for Trigger

Warns about safe input voltage and ESD for trigger inputs, providing precautions.

Measurement Accuracy Details

Discusses input circuitry damage risk and connector care for accurate measurements.

Input Power Limit Caution

Warns against exceeding input power levels to prevent damage to input circuitry.

Calibration Overview

Factory Calibrations

Details factory calibrations including mainframe and O/E wavelength calibration.

Mainframe Calibration Details

Discusses mainframe calibration switch, protected position, and service guide.

Mainframe Calibration Switch Caution

Advises placing a sticker over the switch to prevent unauthorized access.

Mainframe Calibration Procedure Caution

Warns against attempting mainframe calibration without consulting the service guide.

Mainframe Calibration Frequency

Recommends calibration annually or when temperature changes by 5°C.

O/E Factory Wavelength Calibration

Compensates photodetector responsivity and is performed annually.

O/E Factory Wavelength Calibration Details

Explains O/E calibration's impact and annual service center recommendation.

User Calibrations Overview

Lists user-performable calibrations for optical and electrical channels.

ESD Caution for User Calibration

Warns about ESD damage to input circuits and provides grounding precautions.

O/E User-Wavelength Calibration

Compensates photodetector responsivity for user-defined wavelengths.

O/E User-Wavelength Calibration Note

Emphasizes accuracy dependence on optical source power and connector cleanliness.

Perform O/E User-Wavelength Calibration

Step-by-step instructions for performing an O/E user-wavelength calibration.

Use O/E User-Wavelength Calibration

Instructions for using a previously performed O/E user-wavelength calibration.

Plug-in Module Vertical Calibration

Establishes vertical accuracy for specific plug-in modules in mainframe slots.

View Temperature Change

Procedure to display the temperature change since the last Plug-in Vertical Calibration.

Perform Plug-in Module Vertical Calibration

Step-by-step instructions for performing a plug-in module vertical calibration.

Offset Zero Calibration

Performs a quick offset calibration on the optical channel for measurements.

Initiate Offset Calibration

Steps to initiate an offset calibration for the module.

Dark Calibration

Measures optical channel offset without light for extinction ratio measurements.

Initiate Dark Calibration

Steps to initiate a dark calibration, requiring color grade to be enabled.

Channel Skew Calibration

Changes horizontal position to compensate for timing differences between channels.

Skew Two Channels Procedure

Steps to skew two channels, overlaying waveforms by adjusting rising edges.

Probe Calibration

Applies to electrical measurements, adjusting scale factors for probes.

Probe Calibration Details

Explains how the instrument compensates for probe characteristics.

Calibrate HP Identifiable Probe

Steps to calibrate an HP identifiable probe using the setup key.

Calibrate Non-Identifiable Probe

Steps to calibrate a non-identifiable probe using the CAL hook.

Calibrate Other Devices

Instructions for calibrating other devices when units are Ampere, Watt, or Unknown.

External Scale Adjustment

Allows entering an offset value to compensate for gains or losses from external devices.

Adjust External Scale

Steps to adjust the external scale, setting attenuation units and values.

Complete Calibration Summary Part 1

Summarizes Mainframe, O/E Factory, O/E User, and Plug-in Vertical Calibrations.

Complete Calibration Summary Part 2

Summarizes Offset Zero, Dark, Probe, and Channel Skew Calibrations.

Complete Calibration Summary Part 3

Summarizes External Scale Calibration and refers to O/E User Wavelength Calibration.

Specifications and Regulatory Information

Specifications Definition

Describes warranted performance characteristics of the product.

Characteristics Definition

Provides useful, nonwarranted information about product functions and performance.

Recommended Calibration Cycle

Recommends calibration every 24 months by an HP service facility.

Specifications and Regulatory Information Overview

Lists specifications and characteristics, applying to specific temperature ranges.

Electrical Channel Vertical Specifications

Details bandwidth, DC accuracy, DC difference, transition time, and noise for electrical channels.

Electrical Channel Scale and Input Specifications

Lists scale factor, offset range, dynamic range, and safe input voltage for electrical channels.

Optical Channel Vertical Specifications

Details bandwidth, DC accuracy, DC difference, transition time, and noise for optical channels.

Optical Channel Scale and Input Specifications

Lists scale factor, offset range, connector type, and specified operating range.

Temperature and Humidity Specifications

Specifies operating and non-operating temperature and humidity ranges.

Power Requirements

States that power is supplied by the mainframe.

Weight Specifications

Provides net and shipping weight for the plug-in module.

Trigger Input Characteristics

Details nominal impedance, connector type, trigger level range, and safe input voltage.

Impulse Response Figures

Displays figures showing the characteristic impulse response of the module.

Declaration of Conformity

Declares compliance with ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 product specifications.

Reference

In Case of Difficulty Guide

Provides suggestions for troubleshooting when the plug-in module fails to operate.

Troubleshoot Mainframe Operation

Lists checks to perform if the mainframe does not operate.

Troubleshoot Plug-in Operation

Provides checks and procedures if the plug-in module does not operate.

Plug-in Memory Corruption

Addresses issues where memory contents may be corrupt, requiring service.

Error Message Explanations

Explains common error messages and provides resolution steps.

Memory Error in Plug-in

Explains memory read errors and suggests reinstalling the plug-in.

Busy Timeout with Plug-in

Addresses communication timeouts with the plug-in module.

Communications Failure at Slot

Indicates communication failure, possibly due to hardware issues.

Illegal Hardware State Error

Describes errors related to the mainframe-to-plug-in module interface.

ID Error in Plug-in

Explains ID errors due to mismatch between plug-in memory and hardware.

Calibration Not Possible Error

Indicates calibration failure due to insufficient power.

Cleaning Connectors for Accurate Measurements

Emphasizes connector care for measurement accuracy and reducing downtime.

Cleaning Optical Connectors

Provides guidelines for cleaning optical connectors to ensure accurate measurements.

Index Matching Compound Caution

Recommends avoiding index matching compounds on instruments.

Inspecting Fiber-Optic Cables

Discusses testing insertion loss and return loss of cables and accessories.

Visual Inspection of Fiber Ends

Suggests visual inspection for contamination or imperfections on fiber ends.

Clean Non-lensed Optical Connector

Step-by-step guide for cleaning non-lensed optical connectors.

Foam Swab Caution for Connectors

Warns against using foam swabs on optical fiber ends due to filmy deposits.

Compressed Air Canister Caution

Advises against shaking or inverting compressed air canisters.

Clean Optical Adapter

Procedure for cleaning optical adapters using foam swabs and compressed air.

Test Insertion Loss and Return Loss

Lists equipment required for testing insertion and return loss.

Cleaning Electrical Connections

Provides basic principles for microwave connector care and handling.

HP Sales and Service Offices (US & Europe)

Lists US and European field operations contact information.

HP Sales and Service Offices (Intercon)

Lists Intercon field operations contact information for Australia, Canada, etc.