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  • Page 1 TC-5922BP Pneumatic Shield Box User Manual R20200211...
  • Page 2 Copyright ©2020 TESCOM CO.,LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Address | (10442) #927 Unitechvil 142, Ilsan-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do TEL | +82-31-920-6600 Website | en.tescom.co.kr...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ........... . . 1.5 TESCOM Sales and Service Office .
  • Page 4 ..........28 5.

  • Page 5: Revision History

    Revision History Revision Record Revision Description Date v1.0 Initial Draft 2020-02-12 v1.1 Contents Revised 2020-02-17 v1.2 Terminology Revised 2020-02-18...

  • Page 6: Warranty

    WARRANTY TESCOM guarantees that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of shipment. During the warranty period, TESCOM will, at its discretion, either repair or replace defective products. For the warranty service, customer must notify TESCOM of the defect before the expiration of the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service.

  • Page 7: Safety Considerations

    Safety Considerations Review the following safety precautions to avoid personal injury, damage to this product or any product connected. Do not disassemble any part unless listed replaceable in this manual Do not operate in wet/damp conditions To avoid injury or fire hazard, do not operate this product in wet or damp conditions. Do not operate in explosive atmosphere To avoid injury or fire hazard, do not operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.

  • Page 8: Safety Symbols And Terms

    Safety Symbols and Terms Various symbols are used in this manual and on the product itself to ensure correct usage, to prevent danger to the user and others, and to prevent property damage. The meanings of these symbols are described below. It is important that you read these descriptions thoroughly and fully understand its context.

  • Page 9: Part 1. Getting Started

    PART 1. Getting Started...

  • Page 10: Introduction And Specifications

    Introduction 1. Introduction and Specifications 1.1 Introduction Shield Box is an equipment that shields wireless products from RF interference which flows in by radiation or through I/O cables while running tests. Shield Box is highly effective in shielding as well as being small and sturdy. Therefore, it offers efficient and economical testing solutions for mass production, service, and development.

  • Page 11: Initial Inspection

    Referring to 3. Optional Panels & Fixtures, check optional panels and see if they are in place as you ordered. In case of any abnormality, do not install nor operate the product for your own safety. Please contact TESCOM immediately.

  • Page 12: Operating Environment

    1.5 TESCOM Sales and Service Office If you have any difficulty with the product, call or write to our Technical Support specialists at: TESCOM Company Limited # 927 Unitechvil, 142, Ilsan-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyunggi-do, Korea [ZIP 10442] TEL.: 82-31-920-6600 FAX: 82-31-920-6607 Email: support@tescom.org...

  • Page 13: Part 2. Hardware Overview

    PART 2. Hardware Overview...

  • Page 14: Hardware Description

    Outside 2. Hardware Description 2.1 Outside Figure 2-1 TC-5922BP Outside Components Table 2-1 TC-5922BP Outside Components 명칭 명칭 Air cylinder Control box Hinge Open/close button I/O interface panel Power on/off switch RF connector (N(f) outside and SMA(f) inside) PASS LED (Green)

  • Page 15: Inside

    Inside 2.2 Inside Figure 2-2 TC-5922BP Inside Components Table 2-2 TC-5922BP Inside Components 명칭 Probe DOWN air port (Ø4, black tube) , speed control function excluded Probe UP air port (Ø4, yellow tube), speed control function excluded Handler IN air port (Ø4, red tube), speed control function excluded Handler OUT air port (Ø4, black tube), speed control function excluded...

  • Page 16: Control Box

    Control Box 2.3 Control Box Figure 2-4 TC-5922BP Control Box Figure 2-5 5922BP CPU Board...
  • Page 17 Control Box Table 2-3 TC-5922BP CPU Board Connection Function Connector Description RS-232C Communication RS-232C communication connector Power LED Power LED connector (remote switch) Power Supply +24V input connector Pass/Fail LED JP15 Fail LED connector (front panel: red) JP14 Pass LED connector (front panel: green)

  • Page 18: Dimensions

    Dimensions 2.4 Dimensions...
  • Page 19 Dimensions...

  • Page 20: Optional Panels & Fixtures

    I/O Interface Panels 3. Optional Panels & Fixtures 3.1 I/O Interface Panels TC-5922BP has several types of panel options for connecting data interface, electric power, etc. Also, it can be customized to suit customer needs. 3.1.1 Pre-configured Panels Table 3-1 Pre-configured I/O Interface Panel for TC-5922BP...
  • Page 21 I/O Interface Panels I/O Interface Panel Order Number Configurations M5916145C Five(5) SMA (f) ouside and SMA (f) inside ● One(1) DB9(p) outside and DB9(s) inside, 1000 pF Pi filter ● Two(2) USB 2.0 outside and inside ● One(1) DC Power Jack outside and inside ●...
  • Page 22 AC Power Adaptor 1. *Typical Shielding is an estimated value with each I/O interface applied. 2. The data above were measured by TESCOM standards, and they may be different depending on the measuring method and environment. 3. Each shielding effectiveness is measured without according cable. It is likely affected when a cable is connected.

  • Page 23: Fixtures

    Fixtures 3.2 Fixtures TESCOM offers grid fixtures that can hold different shapes of DUT by changing the position of ● holding blocks. We also make custom fixtures upon request if necessary. 3.2.1 Standard Grid Fixtures Table 3-3 Standard Grid Fixtures for TC-5922BP Grid Fixture 주문...

  • Page 24: Part 3. Putting Into Operation

    PART 3. Putting into Operation...

  • Page 25: Setup And Operation

    1. Upon receiving Shield Box, check for any damages that could have occurred during shipment. 2. Referring to the list below, verify that you have received all accessories supplied with Shield Box and options you have chosen. Figure 4-1 TC-5922BP Accessories List...

  • Page 26: Setting Up

    Setting Up Table 4-1 TC-5922BP Accessories List Part Number Name Spec. Quantity Operating Manual Test Report 4003-0025 Data Cable, DB9(p)-DB9(s) 4010-0002 Power Cable, 220V 1.5 m 3001-0039 Switching Power Supply 1.5 m 4011-0001 SS-402, N(m) to N(m) 9703-0057A Air Coupler (CPS15-6W)
  • Page 27 4.2.1 Power Supply Connecting Power Supply Cable In order to set TC-5922BP Shield Box in motion, connect the 24V DC adapter bundled in the package. For safety reasons, please use the 24V DC adapter provided by TESCOM only. Turning Shield Box On...
  • Page 28 Setting Up Press the power switch on the TC-5922BP control box to the direction of "-" mark. POWER LED indicator on the control box as well as the one on the white remote switch will glow once the power is on.
  • Page 29 Setting Up Connecting Compressed Air Supply Figure 4-4 Connecting/Disconnecting Compressed Air Supply The compressed air inlet port is located at the bottom of rear side. Insert the 6 mm air hose to the rear tip of air coupler. Push the front of air coupler all the way into the port until there is a "click" sound. Open the air valve and supply the compressed air.
  • Page 30 Setting Up Locate the remote switch socket on the right side of control box. Matching the bezel by facing the TESCOM logo top, plug the remote switch cable in. Fasten the nut all the way in to tighten the connection.
  • Page 31 ● Lid Open/Close Sensors The open/close status of TC-5922BP lid is detected by open/close sensors attached to the main cylinder. The location of each is shown below. Lid closed: A blink of red light on the lid-close sensor (bottom side).

  • Page 32: Operating With Fixture

    The red LEDs glow automatically if there was any problem in previous motion (lid or fixture). 4.3 Operating with Fixture The fixture operation modes of standard TC-5922BP are both off at the time of release ('Handler: OFF, Probe: OFF' will return if the query 'SOLENOID MODE?' is sent.). They must be configured if they are to be used.
  • Page 33 Operating with Fixture and each command in detail at 5.6.2 Handler & Probe Configuration Commands. Table 4-2 Handler and Probe Operating Modes Operation Mode Description Sensor Mode The operation is detected by sensors. This mode can prevent damage from malfunction to either the product or the DUT.
  • Page 34 4.3.3 Connecting Air Supply to Fixture Remove the fitting plug, and connect 4 mm OD air hose to the fitting. Figure 4-6 Fitting Plug Removal With all air hoses connected, it will look like below. Figure 4-7 Air Ports Inside TC-5922BP...

  • Page 35: Operating Without Fixture

    Operating without Fixture The figure above is just a recommendation, so the actual connection may be adjusted for your convenience. 4.4 Operating without Fixture In order to work Shield Box without fixture, both fixture modes should be set to 'Off Mode.' Refer to 5.6.2 Handler &...

  • Page 36: Remote Operation Using Rs-232C

    RS-232C Cable Connection 5. Remote Operation Using RS-232C Pneumatic Shield Box can be controlled remotely via RS-232C 5.1 RS-232C Cable Connection Connect RS-232C Cable to RS-232C DB9 Connector on the rear side of Shield Box. RS-232C Port on Shield Box is a DB9 Connector Female, so DB9(p) to DB9(s) cable should be used to connect Shield Box and PC.

  • Page 37: Rs-232C Port Setting

    RS-232C Command Protocol 5.2 RS-232C Port Setting UART port setting is required as follows in order to control the shield box via RS-232C. Table 5-1 RS-232C Port Setting 9600 bps Data rate 8 bit Data bits None Parity bits 1 bit Stop bits None Flow Control...

  • Page 38: Control With Terminal Application On Pc

    Control with Terminal Application on PC 5.4 Control with Terminal Application on PC Below you will see how you can control Shield Box using a communication software 'Terminal.' The application is free to download from here: https://sites.google.com/site/terminalbpp/ Before beginning, set everything up as in 4.2 Setting Up chapter.
  • Page 39 Control with Terminal Application on PC Send a command and get a response. 1. Enter MODEL? on the command prompt and check +CR ( ), then press Send. 2. A response (the model name and the firmware version) will appear on Receive window. 3.

  • Page 40: Rs-232C Command List

    RS-232C Command List 5.5 RS-232C Command List Table 5-2 List of RS-232C Commands for TC-5922BP Category RS-232C Command Response Description System MODEL? Name+Version+Date Verify model name, firmware version and date. COUNT? Numeric 8 digits Display cumulative number of (ex: 00000001) lid operation.
  • Page 41 RS-232C Command List 5.5.1 Error Data List Table 5-3 List of Error Data Error Code Description ERR10 Syntax error. The command does not exist or is invalid. ERR20 Handler-inward sensor error. It only occurs when the handler is in sensor mode. (The horizontal operation of fixture is incomplete.) ERR30 Probe-downward sensor error.

  • Page 42: Rs-232C Commands In Detail

    RS-232C Commands in Detail 5.6 RS-232C Commands in Detail 5.6.1 System Queries MODEL? COUNT? MODEL? A query to display model name, the version of firmware and the date of its release. Type Query Input MODEL? Response <Name>_<Version> <Date> Example MODEL? TC-5922BP_STD_Ver: 4.2 2019.06.27 COUNT? A query to check how many times the lid has opened.
  • Page 43 RS-232C Commands in Detail Shield Box will reboot whenever the lid or fixture operation mode is changed, resulting in opening the lid. If the lid is already open, it will close and then open amid the motion. SOLENOID MODE? A query to check the operating modes of handler & probe. Type Query Input...
  • Page 44 RS-232C Commands in Detail HANDLER MODE TIMER A command to set the handler in timer mode. Type Command Input HANDLER MODE TIMER Response HANDLER MODE OFF A command to set the handler in off mode. Type Command Input HANDLER MODE OFF Response PROBE MODE SENSOR A command to set the probe in sensor mode.
  • Page 45 RS-232C Commands in Detail 5.6.3 Lid Operation Commands LID? OPEN CLOSE LID? A query to check the current status of the lid. Type Query Input LID? Response { OPEN | CLOSE } OPEN: The lid is open ● CLOSE: The lid is closed ●...
  • Page 46 RS-232C Commands in Detail CLOSE A command to close the lid. Type Command Input CLOSE Response { READY | ERR20 | ERR30 | ERR60 } READY: The lid closes. Ready to test. ● ERR20: Only occurs when the handler is in sensor mode. Handler-inward sensor ●...
  • Page 47 RS-232C Commands in Detail INWARD A command to push the handler in. When the lid is closed, only the INWARD command works. The OUTWARD command will not work, returning 'ERR40.' Type Command Input INWARD Response { OK | ERR20 | ERR40 } OK: The handler moves inward (or is at inward position already).
  • Page 48 RS-232C Commands in Detail 5.6.5 Probe Operation Commands PROBE? UPWARD DOWNWARD PROBE? A query to check the current status of the probe. Type Query Input PROBE? Response { UPWARD | DOWNWARD } UPWARD: The probe is at upward position. ● DOWNWARD: The probe is at downward position.
  • Page 49 RS-232C Commands in Detail DOWNWARD A command to lower the probe down. Type Command Input DOWNWARD Response { OK | ERR30 | ERR40 | ERR90 } OK: The probe moves downward. ● ERR30: Probe-downward sensor error. It occurs only when the probe is in sensor mode. ●...
  • Page 50 RS-232C Commands in Detail FAIL A command that decides a fail after a test. The FAIL LED on the control box will glow red ( ) but the lid will NOT open. Type Command Input FAIL Response { OK } OK : The red FAIL LED gets turned on.

  • Page 51: Part 4. Maintenance

    PART 4. Maintenance...

  • Page 52: Maintenance

    6. Maintenance 6.1 Maintenance TESCOM Shield Box is designed and built for long life and easy maintenance. Optimal RF shielding is obtained by using gaskets. Clean them at least once a month as directed below to maintain Shield Box in good condition. Also, they must be checked periodically. Otherwise, dirt, wear and tear would compromise the performance.

  • Page 53: Performance Test

    6.2 Performance Test TESCOM Shield Box is a precision RF device built very sturdily. Their electrical performance can, however, deteriorate with mechanical damages. Worn out gaskets, as well as metal corrosion or oxidation on the surface of lid-contacting area, can significantly reduce the effectiveness of the Shield Box.
  • Page 54 Performance Test 6.2.3 Performance Test Set Up Figure 6-2 Schematic Design for TC-5922BP Performance Test 6.2.4 Shielding Standards Frequency Shielding effectiveness (dB) 100 to 2000 MHz > 70 dB 2000 to 3000 MHz > 70 dB 3000 to 6000 MHz >...
  • Page 55 Performance Test Turn the spectrum analyzer and signal generator on. Using an RF cable, connect the RF Connector(N Type) on the rear side of Shield Box to the RF output port(N Type) of signal generator. Open the Shield Box and connect the 900 MHz Source Dipole Antenna to RF Port(SMA Type) inside the Shield Box.
  • Page 56 Performance Test Close the box. Set the input range of the spectrum analyzer as follows: Center Frequency : 900 MHz ● Span : 1 MHz ● Amplitude: -30 dB ● Circle the test antenna around the entire Shield Box, particularly around the lid and modules on the rear panel.

  • Page 57: Expendables And Accessories

    Expendables and Accessories 7. Expendables and Accessories Below is the list of expendables and accessories of TC-5922BP Shield Box. Please contact Tescom headquarters or your local distributor to order. 7.1 Expendables and Accessories These items are NOT under warranty. Table 7-1 List of Expendables & Accessories No.
  • Page 58 Expendables and Accessories No. View Part designation Order number Remarks Data Cable, 4003-0025 1 ea DB9(p)-DB9(s) 2m Figure 7-1 TC-5522BP Gasket Locations...

  • Page 59: Check List For Common Problems

    8. Check List for Common Problems Below is the check list for common mistakes. Before calling for help, make sure the problem is NOT one of following issues nor a malfunction of any OTHER connected equipment. Power Supply Check Verify that the power cord is connected to the product and the switch is on. ●...

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