General Information
Model 8642A/B
1-8. ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH THE 8642A/B
The line power cable is the only accessory supplied with the Signal Generator. The line power
cable is selected at the factory according to the line power requirements specified by the cus-
tomer. If the line power cord type is not specified, it will be selected according to the voltage
available in the country of destination. For the part numbers of the power cables, refer to Table
2-1 on page 2-4, Power Cable and Mains Plug Part Numbers. Signal Generators shipped to
countries using 115 volts are also supplied with a set of fuses for 230 volt operation.
1-9. OPTIONS AVAILABLE WITH THE INSTRUMENT
Electrical Options
Electrical option numbers can be displayed on the front panel or read via HP-IB. Refer to page
3-208.1 for more information.
Option 001 (High Stability Time Base). This optional time base improves the frequency accuracy
and stability of the internal reference oscillator. (Refer to Table
1
-1 for specifications.)
Option 002 (Rear-Panel Output for All Connectors). This option places all front-panel connec-
tions on the rear panel of the instrument.
8642A Option 003 (Increased Output Power Option). This option enables the HP 8642A Syn-
thesized Signal Generator to deliver the same output power as the 8642B (excluding band 10).
Mechanical Options
Option 907 (Front-Handle Kit). Front handles are provided when Option 907 is ordered. Order
a Front-Handle Kit as HP part number 5061-0089.
Option 908 (Rack-Flange Kit). Rack flanges are provided for the Signal Generator when Option
908 is ordered. (When rack mounting the Signal Generator, ensure the instrument is supported
properly by using the system cabinet's support rails. Due to the weight of the HP 8642A/B, not
using the support rails could cause damage to the instrument and/or the system cabinet.) Order
a Rack-Flange Kit as HP part number 5061-0077.
Option 909 (Rack-Flange and Front-Handle Combination Kit). This is not a Front-Handle Kit
and a Rack-Flange Kit packaged together; it is a unique part that combines both functions.
Combination kits are provided for the Signal Generator when Option 909 is ordered. (When
rack mounting the Signal Generator, ensure the instrument is supported properly by using the
system cabinet's support rails. Due to the weight of the HP 8642A/B, not using the support rails
could cause damage to the instrument and/or the system cabinet.) Order a Rack-Flange and
Front-Handle Combination Kit as HP part number 5061-0083.
Rack-Slide Kit information is listed on the following page under paragraph 1-10, Equipment
That Can Be Ordered for the Signal Generator. If ycu are planning to take advantage of the
On-Site Service Strategy for the HP 8642A/B, we suggest you use the Rack-Slide Kit when rack
mounting the instrument.
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