Noise Figure Analyzers
NFA Series
Setup Guide
Manufacturing Part Number: N8972-90005
May 2000
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throughoutthis manual. Familiarize
yourselfwith the symbols and their meaning
before operating this instrument.
WARNING Warning denotes a
hazard. It calls attention to a procedure
which, if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in injury or
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warning note until the indicated
conditions are fully understood and
met.
This symbol is used to mark the standby position of the power line switch.
This symbol indicates that the input power required is AC.
WARNING This is a Safety Class 1
Product (provided w ith a protective
earthing ground incorporated in the
power cord). The mains plug shall only
be inserted in a socket outlet provided
with a protected earth contact. Any
interruption of the protective
conductor inside or outside of the
product is likely to make the pr oduct
dangerous. Intentional interruption is
prohibited.
WARNING If this product i s not used
as specified, the protectionprovided by
the equipment could be impaired. This
product must be used in a normal
condition (in which all means for
protection are intact) only.
or firmware will be uninterrupted or
error-free.
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documentation.
Thissymbolisused to mark the on position of the power line switch.
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Unpacking the Noise Figure Analyzer
Unpacking the Noise Figure Analyzer
Step 1. Inspect the shipping container and keep the container and cushioning
material until you have inspected the Noise Figure Analyzer.
If the shipping container is damaged or the cushioning material shows
signs of stress, notify the carrier. Keep the shipping materials for the
carrier’s inspection.
Step 2. Unpack the Noise Figure Analyzer and verify that the package contents
are complete as listed below.
Description Part No. Quantity
Noise Figure Analyzer N8972/3A 1 Setup Guide (this guide) N8972-90005 1 Quick Reference Guide N8972-90003 1 Performance Verification & Calibration Guide N8972-90016 1 User Documentation CD-ROM N8972-90006 1 Calibration Certificate 5962-0476 1 Calibration Note 5962-8124 1 Power cable Depends on
country
If the package contents are incomplete, or any parts are damaged,
contact your Agilent Technologies representative.
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Preparing for Setup
Preparing for Setup
Check the Power Requirements
CAUTION This instrument is designed for use in Installation Category II and
Pollution Degree 2 per IEC 61010 and 60664 respectively.
WARNING If this instrument is not used as specified, the protection
provided by the equipment could be impaired. This instrument
must be used in a normal condition (in which all means of
protection are intact) only.
CAUTION This instrument has autoranging line voltage input. Be sure the supply
voltage is within the specified range.
The Noise Figure Analyzer is a portable instrument and requires no
physical installation other than connection to a power source. There is no
need to select a line voltage. The AC power requirements are as follows:
• Voltage: 90-132 Vrms (47 to 440 Hz) or 195 - 250 Vrms (47 to 66 Hz)
• Power consumption when on: less than 300 W
• Powerconsumptionwheninstandbymode:lessthan5W
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