Handling

Qblox instruments are sensitive pieces of equipment, which should not be opened under any circumstances. The Cluster contains high-voltage parts which are dangerous. The end user shall not install substitute parts or perform any modification to the product. Opening the instruments immediately voids the warranty provided by Qblox.

The safety instructions listed below should be observed during all operating procedures. Ignoring this might affect correct operation and lifetime of the equipment.

Instruction	Explanation
Maximum ratings	The specified ratings for the connectors of the equipment should not be exceeded.
Do not service the instrument	There are no serviceable parts inside the equipment. Only the battery of a module is allowed to be replaced by the user.
Warnings	Warnings issued by the software should not be ignored, look for instructions on how to handle these warnings in the documentation.
Location and ventilation	When placing the equipment, make sure the air in- and outlets are kept free from obstruction to allow sufficient air to cool the devices. If there is other equipment with ventilation nearby, make sure that the ventilation requirements do not interfere.
Cleaning	Disconnect the power supply from the equipment before cleaning. The outside of the device can be cleaned using a soft cloth. Do not clean the inside.
Operation and storage	Do not operate and store the equipment outside the specified conditions.

Note

Beware! The modules can still be hot when extracted from the cluster in case the instrument was running shortly before extraction.

Placement

Both the Pulsar and Cluster are meant for indoor use only. Both types can be used as a desktop device. The cluster can also be mounted into a 19” rack.

The device should be positioned in such a way that the disconnecting device is easily reachable.

When placing the equipment make sure the air in and outlets are kept free from obstruction to allow sufficient air to cool the devices. In case the Cluster is mounted in a 19” rack one should make sure the total amount of air allowed to flow is sufficient for all devices together. Other equipment installed in the same rack with ventilation requirements should not interfere with the ventilation requirements of the Cluster.

SMA connections

The SMA connectors should be fixed with a maximum torque of 0.55 Nm. A torque wrench should be used to make sure the maximum is never exceeded. Note that using a torque wrench at an angle will cause it to exceed the rated torque considerably.

Ethernet connection

The ethernet should always be connected with a shielded category 5 or 6 ethernet cable. For optimal performance, use the included Cat6 S/FTP cables or similar ones.

Unusual conditions

If any of the conditions listed below are noticed, please power down the equipment immediately and contact the Qblox support team.

Condition	Explanation
Fan stopped working/is working incorrectly	Turn off the equipment immediately to prevent overheating.
The power cord/supply is damaged	Turn off the equipment immediately. Exchange the power cord/supply only with the specified and certified product.
The equipment emits noise, smell, or sparks.	Turn off the equipment immediately and prevent further usage.