Chapter 2: Setting Up the Oscilloscope
To connect SMA Cables
2–10
To connect SMA Cables
You can connect an SMA cable to the Infiniium oscilloscopes by using 3.5 mm to BNC compatible
adaptors. Precision adapters are supplied with the 54854A and 54855A. Precision adapters are not
required for the 54853A.
1
Attach the two 3.5 mm to BNC compatible adaptors to the ends of an SMA cable.
2 Push the 3.5 mm to BNC compatible adaptors onto the oscilloscope BNC connectors.
3 Tighten the thumbscrews until they are snug.
Figure 2-9
Connecting SMA to BNC Adaptors
SMA cable
Thumb screw
Precision 3.5 mm to
BNC compatible
adaptor