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  • Page 1 TC-5915AP Pneumatic Shield Box User Manual R20191111...
  • Page 2 Copyright©2019 TESCOM CO.,LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Address | (10442) #927 Unitechvil 142, Ilsan-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do TEL | +82-31-920-6600 HOMEPAGE | www.tescom.co.kr...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ........... . . 1.6 TESCOM Sales and Service Office .
  • Page 4 ............29 5.1 RS-232C Cable Connection .

  • Page 5: Revision History

    Revision History Revision Record Revision Description Date v1.0 Initial Draft 2019-10-17 v1.1 First Release 2019-11-12...

  • 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 damage to 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 solution for mass production, service, and development.

  • Page 11: Initial Inspection

    When TC-5915AP is delivered, inspect the package and its content as follows: Check for any damage that could have occurred during the shipment. Verify that you have received the accessories supplied with the TC-5915AP and its options, which are listed in 4.1 Exterior and Accessory Inspection...

  • Page 12: Operating Environment

    1.6 TESCOM Sales and Service Office If you have 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 Description

    PART 2. Hardware Description...

  • Page 14: Hardware Overview

    Component Identification 2. Hardware Overview 2.1 Component Identification Figure 2-1 TC-5915AP Component Identification Table 2-1 TC-5915AP Component Identification Description Description Air Cylinder Lid Handle Lid Close Sensor Lid Open/Close Button Hinge Power ON/OFF Switch I/O Interface Panel Green LED for PASS...
  • Page 15 Handler IN Air Port (Ø4), Speed control function excluded Handler OUT Air Port (Ø4), Speed control function excluded Sensor Connector DB9 100 pF Filter, for connecting a sensor cable Sensor Connector Pin Map Figure 2-3 TC-5915AP Inside D-SUB 9P (Female) Sensor Connector Specification...
  • Page 16 Component Identification Table 2-3 TC-5915AP Inside D-SUB 9P (Female) Connector Pin Map Pin Number (Female) Description Probe Sensor GND Probe Sensor Signal Handler Sensor GND Handler Sensor Signal 2.1.2 TC-5915AP Control Box Figure 2-4 5915AP Control Box...
  • Page 17 Component Identification Figure 2-5 5915AP CPU Board Table 2-4 TC-5915AP Control Board Connector Function Connector Description RS-232C Communication RS-232C Connector Power Supply +24V DC Input Connector JP15 FAIL LED Connector JP14 PASS LED Connector JP13 TEST LED Connector Solenoid Valves...

  • Page 18: Dimensions

    Dimensions 2.2 Dimensions...
  • Page 19 Dimensions...

  • Page 20: Optional Panels & Fixture

    I/O Interface Panels 3. Optional Panels & Fixture 3.1 I/O Interface Panels TC-5915AP has several types of panel options for connecting data interface, power, etc.. It can be customized to suit your needs. 3.1.1 Pre-configured Panels List of I/O interface panels already configured by us...
  • Page 21 I/O Interface Panels Table 3-2 Pre-configured Side I/O Interface Panel for TC-5915AP I/O Interface Panel Order Number Configuration M591532A One(1) DC power jack adapter ● DC Power Side Interface Panel M591533A One(1) DB9(p) outside and DB9(s) inside, 1000 pF Pi filter ●...
  • Page 22 I/O Interface Panels I/O Interface Oder Number Transmission Speed / Line *Typical Shielding Voltage 3409-0010-1 10 Mbps / 100 VDC, >50 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz 5 Amps max >60 dB from 2 to 3 GHz >60 dB from 3 to 6 GHz DB9, 100pF pi Filter 3409-0018A-3 480 Mbps / 5 V, 500 mA /...

  • Page 23: Fixtures

    RF, SMA-SMA Connector 3.2 Fixtures TESCOM offers flexible fixtures that can change the position of the DUT. Depending on the shape of DUT, you can create your own fixture with fixture blocks in a few seconds. In addition, custom fixtures can be ordered and supplied to suit your needs.
  • Page 24 Fixtures 3.2.2 Custom Fixtures TESCOM offers custom fixtures as well as standard fixtures to meet your demand. In addition, there are various Antenna Coupler options to set the best measuring system for your specific device. Figure 3-1 Sample images of custom fixtures...

  • Page 25: Part 3. Putting Into Operation

    PART 3. Putting into Operation...

  • Page 26: Setup And Operation

    Exterior and Accessory Inspection 1. Upon receiving the TC-5915AP, check for any damages that could have occurred during shipment. 2. Referring to the list below, verify that you have received the accessories supplied with the TC-5915AP and its options.

  • Page 27: Connecting & Setting Up

    Connecting & Setting Up Table 4-1 TC-5915AP Accessories List Part Number Name Spec. Quantity Operating Manual Test Report 4003-0025 Data Cable, DB9(p)-DB9(s) 4010-0002 Power Cable, 220V 1.5m 3001-0039 Switching Power Supply 1.5m 4011-0001 SS-402, N(m) to N(m) 9703-0074 Air Coupler (CPS15-6W)
  • Page 28 4.2.1 Power Supply Connecting Power Supply Cable In order to set TC-5915AP Shield Box in motion, connect the 24V DC Power Supply Adapter bundled with the product. For your own safety, please use the 24V DC Power Supply Adapter provided by TESCOM.
  • Page 29 Connecting & Setting Up 4.2.2 Compressed Air Supply Please make sure to turn off compressed air supply before connecting or disconnecting air hose. Compressed Air Requirement Input air pressure : 5 ~ 10 bar ● Main air connector : 6 mm OD hose, one-touch push-on fitting ●...
  • Page 30 Connecting Compressed Air Supply Figure 4-4 Connecting/Disconnecting Compressed Air Supply The compressed air inlet port is located at the TC-5915AP rear panel. Insert the 6 mm Air Hose to the rear point of Air Coupler. Push the front side of Air Coupler on Air Input Connector until you hear a "click" sound.
  • Page 31 ● Counting Function TC-5915AP counts the number of lid open/close cycle and saves it on the memory. The cumulative number of open/close motion can be viewed on a PC by sending “COUNT?” query through RS-232C. TC-5915AP will return the number in 8 digits.

  • Page 32: Shield Box Operation With Fixture

    4.3 Shield Box Operation with Fixture The fixture operation mode of standard TC-5915AP is set as 'Handler Mode: Off', 'Probe Mode: Timer' at the time of release. (You can check it with the query 'SOLENOID MODE?') You need to configure the fixture operation mode if you are to use it.
  • Page 33 Shield Box Operation with Fixture Table 4-2 Handler and Probe Operation Modes Operation Mode Description Sensor Mode The operation of fixture is detected by sensors. This mode can prevent damage from malfunction to either the product or DUT. Timer Mode The operation runs by timer without using sensors.
  • Page 34 Shield Box Operation with Fixture If the air supply is cut off while the lid is open, the lid will close whether the fixture is in position or not. This may cause damage to the product or the DUT. If any sensor detects that the operation is incomplete, everything returns to the previous position and the red LED will be turned on.
  • Page 35 Shield Box Operation with Fixture Figure 4-6 TC-5915AP Fixture Connection Figure 4-6 TC-5915AP Fixture Connection above is just a recommendation, so the actual connection may be adjusted for your convenience.

  • Page 36: Shield Box Operation Without Fixture

    Shield Box Operation without Fixture Connecting Sensor Cables In order for your fixture to work in sensor mode, the sensor connector of Shield Box must be connected to the control board. 4.4 Shield Box Operation without Fixture In order to work Shield Box without fixture, the fixture mode must be set to 'Off Mode.' Refer to 5.6.2.2 Handler &...

  • Page 37: Remote Operation Using Rs-232C

    RS-232C Cable Connection 5. Remote Operation Using RS-232C TC-5915AP 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 Data Cable (DB9(p) to DB9(s) Male to Female) should be used to connect Shield Box and PC.

  • Page 38: Rs-232C Port Setting

    RS-232C Port Setting 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 1 bit Stop bits None Flow Control...

  • Page 39: 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 in 4.2 Connecting &...
  • Page 40 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 41: Rs-232C Command List

    RS-232C Command List 5.5 RS-232C Command List Table 5-2 List of RS-232C Commands for TC-5915AP 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 lid (ex: 00000001) operation.
  • Page 42 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 43: 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 see the model name, firmware version, and the date of manufacture. Type Query Input MODEL? Response <Name>_<Version> <Date> Example MODEL? TC-5915AP_STD_Ver: 5.2 2019.04.09 COUNT? A query to check how many times the lid has opened.
  • Page 44 RS-232C Commands in Detail 5.6.2.1 Lid Button (OPEN/CLOSE) Configuration Commands DUAL HAND? DUAL HAND ON DUAL HAND OFF DUAL HAND? A query to check the operating mode of the lid. Type Query Input DUAL HAND? Response { DUAL HAND ON | DUAL HAND OFF } DUAL HAND ON : Both Lid OPEN/CLOSE Buttons should be pressed to close.
  • Page 45 RS-232C Commands in Detail It is strongly recommended to use the Dual Hand Mode unless absolutely unnecessary. The other hand may be trapped if the mode is off. 5.6.2.2 Handler & Probe Configuration Commands SOLENOID MODE? HANDLER MODE SENSOR HANDLER MODE TIMER HANDLER MODE OFF PROBE MODE SENSOR PROBE MODE TIMER...
  • Page 46 RS-232C Commands in Detail HANDLER MODE SENSOR A command to set the Handler in Sensor Mode. Type Command Input HANDLER MODE SENSOR Response 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.
  • Page 47 RS-232C Commands in Detail PROBE MODE OFF A command to set the Probe in Off Mode. Type Command Input PROBE MODE OFF Response 5.6.3 Lid Operation Commands OPEN CLOSE LID? OPEN A command to open the lid. Type Command Input OPEN Response OK : The lid opens (or is already open)
  • Page 48 RS-232C Commands in Detail CLOSE A command to close the lid. The lid-close sensor on a cylinder will blink red if the lid is closed regularly. Type Command Input CLOSE Response { READY | ERR20 | ERR30 | ERR60 } READY : Lid closed.
  • Page 49 RS-232C Commands in Detail HANDLER? A query to check the current status of the Handler. Type Query Input HANDLER? Response { INWARD | OUTWARD } INWARD: The Handler is at inward position. ● OUTWARD: The Handler is at outward position. ●...
  • Page 50 RS-232C Commands in Detail OUTWARD A command to drag the Handler out. If the OUTWARD command is sent while the lid is closed or the Probe operation commands (DOWNWARD/UPWARD) are sent while the Handler is at outward position, it will only return 'ERR40.' Type Command Input...
  • Page 51 RS-232C Commands in Detail UPWARD A command to lift the Probe up. Type Command Input UPWARD Response { OK | ERR40 | ERR90 } OK: The Probe is at upward position. ● ERR40: Status error, It occurs when an invalid command is sent. For example: ●...
  • Page 52 RS-232C Commands in Detail 5.6.6 PASS/FAIL Commands (While The Lid is Closed) PASS A command that decides PASS after a test. If the PASS command is sent, the PASS LED on the control box will glow green ( ), and the lid will open automatically.

  • Page 53: Part 4. Maintenance

    PART 4. Maintenance...

  • Page 54: Maintenance

    6. Maintenance 6.1 Maintenance TC-5915AP Pneumatic Shield Box is designed and built for long life and easy maintenance. Optimal RF shielding is obtained by using gaskets between the body and the lid. It must be checked periodically for wear and tear which would compromise the performance. Pressure on the gasket by the lid results in a proper RF seal.

  • Page 55: Performance Test

    6.2 Performance Test TESCOM Shield Boxes are precision RF devices built very sturdily. Their electrical performance can, however, deteriorate with mechanical damages. Worn out shielding 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 56 Performance Test 6.2.3 Performance Test Set Up Figure 6-2 TC-5915AP Performance Test Set Up 6.2.4 Specification Standards Frequency Shielding effectiveness (dB) 100 to 2000 MHz > 70 dB 2000 to 3000 MHz > 70 dB 3000 to 6000 MHz > 60 dB The shielding effectiveness above is measured with blank panels;...
  • Page 57 Turn the spectrum analyzer and signal generator on. Using an RF cable, connect the RF Connector(N Type) on the rear side of TC-5915AP Shield Box to the RF output port(N Type) of signal generator. Open the Shield Box lid and connect the 900 MHz Source Dipole Antenna to RF Port(SMA Type) inside the Shield Box.
  • Page 58 Performance Test Set the spectrum analyzer as follows: Center Frequency : 900 MHz ● Span : 1 MHz ● Amplitude: +10 dB ● Circle the test antenna around the Shield Box lid, and check the maximum reception. (Make sure the lid is OPEN.) Press Peak Search button on the spectrum analyzer to set the maximum value of ●...
  • Page 59 Performance Test Make sure the test antenna does not contact the surface of the Shield Box or the lid. See if the difference between the measurement standard (a) and the maximum leakage (b) is within the specification (Shielding Effectiveness) of the product. Figure 6-5 Spectrum Analyzer Display Repeat the procedure with the frequency set to 1.8 GHz, 2.4 GHz, 5.8GHz.

  • Page 60: Expendables And Accessories

    Expendables and Accessories 7. Expendables and Accessories Below is the list of expendables and accessories of TC-5915AP Shield Box. Please contact Tescom headquarters or your local distributor to order. 7.1 Expendables and Accessories Below is the list of expendables and accessories. Please note that these items are NOT under warranty.
  • Page 61 Expendables and Accessories Figure 7-1 TC-5915AP Gasket Location...

  • Page 62: 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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