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CMW 500 Preparing for Use
Maintenance
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CAUTION
Shock hazard
The instrument is still power-supplied while it is in standby mode.
1.4 Maintenance
The R&S CMW 500 does not require any special maintenance. Make sure that the air
vents are not obstructed. The outside of the instrument is suitably cleaned using a soft,
line-free dust cloth.
ATTENTION
Instrument damage caused by cleaning agents
Cleaning agents contain substances that may damage the instrument, e.g. solvent-
containing cleaning agents may damage the front panel labeling or plastic parts.
use cleaning agents such as solvents (thinners, acetone, etc), acids, bases, or other
substances.
For our support center address and a list of useful R&S contact addresses refer to the
pages at the beginning of this manual.
1.4.1 Storing and Packing
The R&S CMW 500 can be stored at the temperature range quoted in the data sheet.
When it is stored for a longer period of time the instrument should be protected against
dust.
The original packing should be used, particularly the protective caps at the front and
rear, when the instrument is to be transported or dispatched. If the original packing is
no longer available, use a sturdy cardboard box of suitable size and carefully wrap the
instrument to protect it against mechanical damage.
1.5 Connecting External Accessories
The equivalent USB ports on the front and rear panel of the R&S CMW 500 can be
used to connect a variety of accessories:
A mouse simplifies operation of the instrument using the controls and dialogs of