Agilent Technologies N3970A - Manual (Page 12)

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N3970A UM-1
■ OPTICAL CONNECTOR
The optical port is mounted on a swivel, which allows the
connector to be angled outwards for accessibility, and then
pushed back and covered with the snap cover to provide dirt and
drop protection.
The other port can be used to store a spare interchangeable
optical connector.
To install the connector adaptor, align the locating slot on the
side of the adaptor with that on the instrument connector, and
push it on.
To remove the connector adaptor, move the connector port to it’s
mid-way point (see dotted line on diagram at back of manual),
and then pull off the adaptor. It is not possible to remove the
adaptor in the ‘open’ or ‘shut’ positions. With some styles of
connector, it is easier to pull off the adaptor with a test lead in
place, since this gives better grip.
Different styles of connector adaptor ( ST, SC, FC, ) can be
easily fitted by the user.
Optical connectors are precision components, and require care
in use:
■ Always clean the mating connector tip and ferrule before
mating, using approved materials.
■ This instrument can be used with both PC and APC
connector styles (unlike sources, which are factory
configured for PC only ).
■ The soft carry case enables the instrument to be stored
without removing the test leads. This practice saves time,
and is to be recommended.
■ When not in use, keep all test ports and connectors covered
and away from dust.
■ Do not touch connector tips with your fingers,
since body oils and dirt can impair connector performance.
■ Do not use damaged or incompatible connectors.