Installation manual

Model 8310-XX-X-XN IM-493
Aeroflex / Weinschel
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The AC Power Connector, located on the left side of XF1 (Figure 2), is a plug-type, prong insert connector with three
conductors for connection of the power cord (P/N 068-21) to the Power Supply Assembly located within the Hot-
Switching High Power Attenuator Unit. This connector also grounds the chassis of the Hot-Switching High Power
Attenuator Unit when the ac power cord is connected to a grounded wall outlet. If necessary, use a three prong to two
prong adapter and connect the adapter’s ground lead to the outlet plate retaining screw.
The Power ON/OFF Switch is located on the rear panel and in part of the Power Entry Module Assembly. Placing the
POWER ON/OFF switch in the ON position applies power to the instrument.
CAUTION
When applying an RF signal to the RF INPUT connector, DO NOT exceed the maximum allowable
power level specifications of the Model 8310-XX-X-XN.
3-3.2. CHANNEL PORT CONNECTORS: A typical Model 8311-XX-X-XN Series Attenuator Unit contains 12 standard
D holes on the front and rear panel allowing for single or multichannel configurations. Standard Model 8311-XX-X-
XN’s are supplied with two PLANAR CROWN
®
Type N connectors that can be mounted on the front or rear panel.
These connectors provide a input and output port where various types of RF signals can be applied to the devices
internally mounted in the Model 8311-XX-X-XN (Connector location specified by customer when ordering). Some
special configurations could contain Aeroflex / Weinschel’s Model 1568 SMA Panel Adapters or other types of crowns
(see accessories for other types).
NOTE
The use of the PLANAR CROWN
®
connectors provide the user with easy exchange of connector
types, which eliminates the need for adapters and other devices that would create additional insertion
loss. This type of connector also provides quick removal and replacement of defective connectors.
For more information about the PLANAR CROWN
®
connectors contact the Sales Department at
Aeroflex / Weinschel, Inc.
3-3.3. MODE SELECT SWITCH: This 3 position slide switch located on the rear panel, allows the user to select
between Serial, Ethernet or Console Mode operation. Refer to paragraph 5-1 for more information about the different
operational modes of the Model 8310-XXX-XN communication interface