Chapter 2 Performance Tests
58502A Operational Verification
User’s Guide 2-9
RS-232 Verification (Optional)
NOTE You may skip this verification if you do not plan to use the RS232 port.
1 Apply the proper power source to the rear-panel AC input jack of the
Distribution Amplifier.
2 If you are using the Distribution Amplifier with a Terminal or personal
computer (PC), connect it to the rear-panel RS232 port using an
HP 24542U interface cable (or equivalent RS-232 null-modem cable
with DE-9S female connectors at each end) as shown in Figure 2-5.
Figure 2-5. RS-232 Verification Setup
3 Turn on the PC or terminal.
HP 24542U,
F1047-80002
or equivalent
Interface
cable
RS232
Port
AB
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5 VRMS MAX
100-240 VAC 50/60GHz
40 VA Max
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58502A
Distribution
Amplifier
Terminal or PC