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Installing the 86100C

Step 11. Avoid costly repairs

Figure 1-18. Avoid Costly Repairs

• Refer to the “Connector Care” on page 1-37, before making any electrical or op-

tical input connections.

CAUTION Electrical channel input circuits and the trigger input circuit can be damaged

by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Therefore, avoid applying static discharges

to the front-panel input connectors. Prior to connecting any coaxial cable to

the connectors, momentarily short the center and outer conductors of the

cable together. Avoid touching the front-panel input connectors without first

touching the frame of the instrument. Be sure that the instrument is properly

earth-grounded to prevent buildup of static charge. Wear a wrist-strap or heel-

strap. More information can be found in the online help.

CAUTION Optical channel fiber-optic connectors on plug-in modules are easily damaged

when connected to dirty or damaged cables and accessories. When you use

improper cleaning and handling techniques, you risk expensive instrument

repairs, damaged cables, and compromised measurements. Before you connect

any fiber-optic cable to the 86100C, refer to information in the online help.