Probe connection, Audio alarm, Probe test sources – NARDA 8718B User Manual

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Operating the Meter

Probe Connection

To make measurements, you must use your

Model 8718B with a compatible probe. Connect

the cable of the probe to the probe connector

located at the top of the unit.
If you use a fiber optic link, the probe connects to a

fiber optic transmitter. A fiber optic cable connects

the transmitter to the rectangular fiber optic jack on

the left side of the meter.

Audio Alarm

Your Model 8718B is equipped with an audible

alarm that emits sound through a tiny hole on the

bottom of the meter. The alarm sounds whenever

the field strength exceeds the measurement range

of the probe (over ranges).
You can also set the meter to sound its alarm at a

specific level and/or turn on a variable-tone mode.

Probe Test Sources

Your Model 8718B is equipped with two RF

sources for testing your probes. The Test Source

key will turn these sources on. They will stay on for

approximately 20 seconds.
A microwave (waveguide) window on the right side

of the probe is used for testing high frequency

probes.
A contact on the right side of the meter is used for

testing low frequency probes. Most probes have

three test points on the head of the probe.

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