HP 8642A Operation And Calibration Manual

Model 8642A/B Installation
2-1. INTRODUCTION
SECTION II
INST ALL A TION
This section provides the information needed to install the HP s642A/B Synthesized Signal
Generator. Included is information pertinent to il1itial inspection, power requirements, line
voltage selection, power cables, interconnection, environment, instrument mounting, storage, and
shipment.
2-2. INITIAL INSPECTION
I WARNING I
To avuid hazardolls electrical shock, do /lot perjorm eiC'ctrical tests when
there are sIgns oj shipping damage to any portion oj the outer enclosure
(covers WId panels)
Inspect the shipping container for damage If the shipping contamer or cushioning material is
damaged, it should be kept until the contents of the shipment have been checked for
completeness and the instrument has been checked mechanically and electrically. Procedures for
checking electrical performance are given ill Section IV, Pelfonnance Tests If the conteI\ts are
incomplete, if there is mechanical damage or defect, or if the instrument does not pass the
electrical performance test, not if v t he nearest Hewle t t - Packard office If the shipping conta iller
is damaged, 'or the cushioning material shows SigHS of stress, notify the carrier as well as the
Hewlett-Packard office. Keep the shipping materials for the carrier's inspection.
2-3. PREPAHATION FOH. liSE
Power Requirements
The Signal Generator requires a power source of 100 Vac (90 to 105 Vael, 120 Vac (108 to 126
Vae), 220 Vac (198 to 231 Vac), or 240 Vac (216 to 252 Vae), 47.5 to 440 Hz single phase
Power consumptIOn is 2t)O VA maximulll (270 VA dming attenuata]' switching).
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HP 8642A Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	8642A
Category	Inverter
Language	English