Tektronix BSX125, BSX240, BSX320 Installation Manual

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Tektronix BSX Series

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Bit Error Rate Analyzers

Installation & Safety Instructions

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071-3496-01

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Tektronix BSX Series

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Bit Error Rate Analyzers

Installation & Safety Instructions

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Tektronix, Inc.
14150 SW Karl Braun Drive
P.O. Box 500
Beaverto
USA

For product information, sales, service, and technical support:

n, OR 97077

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Worldwide, visit www.tek.com to find contacts in your area.

Warranty

Tektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1)
year from the date of shipment. If any such product proves defective during this warranty period, Tektronix, at its
option, either will repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement
in exchange for the defective product. Parts, modules and replacement products used by Tektronix for warranty
work may be n
the property of Tektronix.

ew or reconditioned to like new performance. All replaced parts, modules and products become

In order to o
the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. Customer shall be responsible
for packaging and shipping the defective product to the service center designated by Tektronix, with shipping
charges prepaid. Tektronix shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to a location within
the country in which the Tektronix service center is located. Customer shall be responsible for paying all shipping
charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products returned to any other locations.

This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate
maintenance and care. Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage
result
b) to repair damage resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible equipment; c) to repair any damage
or malfunction caused by the use of non-Tektronix supplies; or d) to service a product that has b een modified or
integrated with other products when the effect of such modification or integration increases the time or difficulty
of servicing the product.

THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT IN LIEU OF ANY
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

TRONIX' RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS THE SOLE

TEK
AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PR OVIDED TO THE CUSTOMER FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR HAS
ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

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btain service under this warranty, Customer must notify Tektronix of the defect before the expiration of

ing from attempts by personnel other than Tektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product;

Table of Contents

Important safety information............... .................................. ................................ .... iii

General safety summary ..................................................................................... iii

Service safety summary.............................. .................................. ....................... v

Terms in thi

Symbols and terms on the product .......................................................................... vi

Preface ............................................................................................................. vii

Related documentation......................... .................................. ........................... vii

Conventions used in this manual............ ................................ ............................... vii

Operating requirements... ................................ .................................. ....................... 1

Environ

Ventilation requirements . ..... . ..... . ..... . ... . . . .... . ..... . ..... . ..... . ... . . ..... . ..... . ..... . .... . . .... . .... 1

Power requirements........... ................................ ................................ ................. 1

Preventing ESD ................................................................................................ 2

Installation........................................................................................................... 3

Power on the instrument ...................................................................................... 3

Powe

Controls and connectors ........................................................................................... 7

Front panel controls and connectors .................. ................................ ....................... 7

Rear panel controls and connectors......................................................................... 10

Cleaning and maintenance.............. ................................ ................................ .......... 13

Clean the flat panel display ................................ .................................. ................ 13

ean the exterior surfaces................................................................................... 13

Cl

Compliance information .......................................................................................... 15

EMC compliance ................. ................................ ................................ ............ 15

Safety compliance ............................................................................................ 16

Environmental considerations ............................................................................... 17

Index

s manual ..................... .................................. ................................ .. vi

mental requirements.................................................................................. 1

r off the instrument... ................................ ................................ ................... 4

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Table of Contents

List of Figure

Figure 1: Front panel.............. ................................ ................................ ................. 7

Figure 2: Pa

Figure 3: Error Detector front panel connectors ................................................................ 9

Figure 4: Rear panel connectors ................................................................................. 10

Figure 5: Rear panel BNC connectors ...... ................................ .................................. .. 11

ttern Generator front panel connectors ............................................................ 8

List of Tables

Table 1: Environmental considerations .......................................................................... 1

Table 2: Clearance requirements. ................................ ................................ ................. 1

Table 3

Table 4: Common front panel controls and connectors ........................................................ 7

Table 5: Pattern Generator front panel connectors....................... .................................. ..... 8

Table 6: Error Detector front panel connectors .... ................................ ............................. 9

Table 7: Rear panel power and communications connectors ..................... ............................ 10

Table 8: Rear panel BNC connectors............................................................................ 11

: Instrument power requirements.................................... ................................ ..... 1

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ii BSX Series Installation & Safety Instructions

Important safety information

This manual contains information and warnings that must be followed by the user
for safe operation and to keep the product in a safe condition.

To safely perform service on this product, additional information is provided at
the end of this section. (See page v, Service safety summary.)

General safety summary

Use the product only as specified. Review the following safety precautions to
avoid inj
Carefully read all instructions. Retain these instructions for future reference.

ury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it.

Comply wi

For correct and safe operation of the product, it is essential that you follow
general
in this manual.

The pro

Only qualified personnel who are aware of the hazards involved should remove
the co

Before use, always check the product with a known source to be sure it is
oper

This product is not intended for detection of hazardous voltages.

Use personal protective equipment to prevent shock and arc blast injury where
hazardous live conductors are exposed.

While using this product, you may need to access other parts of a larger system.
Read the safety sections of the other component manuals for warnings and

autions related to operating the system.

c

When incorporating this equipment into a system, the safety of that system is the

esponsibility of the assembler of the system.

r

th local and n ational safety codes.

ly accepted safety procedures in addition to the safety precautions specified

duct is designed to be used by trained personnel only.

ver for repair, maintenance, or adjustment.

ating correctly.

To avoid fire or personal

injury

BSX Series Installation & Safety Instructions iii

Use proper power cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and
certified for the country of use. Do not use the provided power cord for other
products.

Ground the product. This product is grounded through the grounding conductor
of the power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding conductor must be
connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or output
terminals of the product, make sure that the product is properly grounded. Do not
disable the power cord grounding connection.

Important safety information

Power disconne

source. See instructions for the location. Do not position the equipment so that
it is difficult to operate the power cord; it must remain accessible to the user at
all times to allow for quick disconnection if needed.

Connect and disconnect properly. Do not connect or disconnect probes or test
leads while

Observe all terminal ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings
and markings on the product. Consult the product manual for further ratings
information before making connections to the product.

Do not apply a potential to any terminal, including the common terminal, that
exceeds the maximum rating of that terminal.

The measuring terminals on this product are not rated for connection to mains or
Category II, III, or IV circuits.

Do not o

removed, or with the case open. Hazardous voltage exposure is possible.

Avoid exposed circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components
when power is present.

perate without c overs. Do not operate this product with covers or panels

ct. The power cord disconnects the product from the power

they are connected to a voltage source.

t operate with suspected failures. If you suspect that there is damage to this

Do no

product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.

able the product if it is damaged. Do not use the product if it is damaged

Dis
or operates incorrectly. If in doubt about safety of the product, turn it off and
disconnect the power cord. Clearly mark the product to prevent its further
operation.

Before use, inspect voltage probes, test leads, and accessories for mechanical
damage and replace when damaged. Do not use probes or test leads if they are
damaged, if there is exposed metal, or if a wear indicator shows.

Examine the exterior of the product before you use it. Look for c racks or missing
pieces.

Use only specified replacement parts.

Use proper fuse. Useonlythefusetypeandratingspecified for this product.

Wear eye protection. Wear eye protection if exposure to high-intensity rays or

laser radiation exists.

Do not operate in wet/damp conditions. Be aware that condensation may occur if
a unit is moved from a cold to a warm environment.

iv BSX Series Installation & Safety Instructions

Important safety information

Do not operate i

Keep product surfaces clean and dry. Remove the input signals before you clean

the product.

Provide proper ventilation. Refer to the installation instructions in the manual for
details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.

Slots and openings are provided for ventilation and should never be covered or
otherwise obstructed. Do not push objects into any of the openings.

Provide a safe working environment. Always place the product in a location
convenient for viewing the display and indicators.

Avoid improper or prolonged use of keyboards, pointers, and button pads.
Improper or prolonged keyboard or pointer use may result in serious injury.

Be sure your work area meets applicable ergonomic standards. Consult with an
ergonomics professional to avoid stress injuries.

Use care when lifting and carrying the product. This product is provided with
handles for lifting and carrying.

Use only the Tektronix rackmount hardware specified for this product.

n an explosive atmosphere.

Servicesafetysummary

The Service safety summary section contains additional information required to
safely perform service on the p roduct. Only qualified personnel should perform
service procedures. Read this Service safety summary and the General safety
summary before performing any service procedures.

To avoid electric shock. Do not touch exposed connections.

Do not service alone. Do not perform internal service or adjustments of this

product unles
present.

Disconnect power. To avoid electric shock, switch off the product power and
disconnect the power cord from the mains power before removing any covers or
panels, or opening the case for servicing.

Use care when servicing with power on. Dangerous voltages or currents may exist
in this product. Disconnect power, remove battery (if applicable), and disconnect
test leads before removing protective panels, soldering, or replacing components.

Verify safety after repair. Always recheck ground continuity and mains dielectric
strength after performing a repair.

s another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is

BSX Series Installation & Safety Instructions v