Installation guide

Adjustments
Overview of Adjustments
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Overview of Adjustments
In this section you will learn about all available adjustments for the Agilent E4438C ESG vector signal
generator. These adjustments are performed so that the signal generator is properly calibrated.
CAUTION In all test equipment configurations, cables and adapters need to be properly torqued.
Exceeding recommended torque values may cause damage to a cable or adaptor and may cause
inaccurate test results.
Connector Type Torque Value
APC 3.5 Use an Agilent 8710-1765 at 8-lb inch when
connecting APC 3.5 (m) to APC 3.5 (f).
SMA Use an Agilent 8710-1765 at 8-lb inch when
connecting APC 3.5 (m) to SMA (f).
Use an Agilent 8710-1582 at 5-lb inch when
connecting SMA (m) to APC 3.5 (f).
Type-N Type-N connectors may be connected finger tight. If a
torque wrench is used, Agilent 8710-1766 at 12-lb.
inch is recommended.