Description
HP 436A Operating & Service Manual Dual-Channel Power Meter
This is an original Hewlett-Packard operating and service manual for the HP 436A dual-channel power meter, a classic RF power measurement instrument widely used in telecommunications, broadcasting, and microwave system testing. The manual provides comprehensive technical documentation covering operation, setup, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures.
Specifications & What's Included
- Make: Hewlett-Packard (HP)
- Model: 436A
- Document Type: Operating & Service Manual
- Content: Complete operating procedures, technical specifications, maintenance guidelines, and service circuit diagrams
- Format: Original printed manual with bound pages
- All pages present and legible
- Binding intact and secure
Applications
The HP 436A is a dual-channel RF power meter designed for precise measurement and monitoring of RF and microwave power levels. This manual was the primary reference document for technicians and engineers maintaining and troubleshooting 436A systems across multiple industries. The 436A was widely deployed in RF test labs, broadcast facilities, telecommunications infrastructure, and microwave system integration environments from the 1970s through the 1990s and beyond. This manual remains invaluable for anyone restoring, servicing, or operating a 436A power meter, as it contains original calibration procedures, measurement techniques, and troubleshooting flowcharts not readily available elsewhere. Original HP documentation of this type is increasingly difficult to locate, making this manual a valuable reference asset for collectors, technicians, and service facilities maintaining legacy RF test equipment.
This HP 436A Operating & Service Manual is in used condition and appears complete. All pages are present and legible, making it fully functional as a reference guide for operation, maintenance, and service procedures. The manual shows normal shelf wear consistent with age and previous use, including typical edge wear and minor discoloration on the cover. The binding is intact and secure, and the interior pages remain clear and readable. This is an essential original documentation reference for anyone working with or restoring the HP 436A dual-channel power meter. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions. Please note: We have multiple units in stock — yours may not be the one shown in the photos, however, it will be similar in condition and function.
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Additional Information
Brand: |
Hewlett-Packard |
Model: |
436A |
Type: |
Operating & Service Manual |
For Make/Model: |
HP 436A Dual-Channel Power Meter |
Document Type: |
Operating & Service Manual |
Language: |
English |
Format: |
Printed Manual |
SKU: |
37956 |
Condition: |
Used |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Seller Notes: |
Original HP manual; all pages present and legible |
Review Status: |
Auto-Approved (needs review) 2026-07-09 |
Condition Notes: |
HP 436A Operating & Service Manual in used condition. Complete, all pages present and legible. Normal shelf wear; binding intact. Original HP documentation for reference and service. |