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  • Page 2 Instruction Manual VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame VXIbus Mainframes 070-9645-01 Warning The servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To avoid personal injury, do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so. Refer to the Safety Summary prior to performing service.
  • Page 3 Copyright © Tektronix, Inc. All rights reserved. Tektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign patents, issued and pending. Information in this publication supercedes that in all previously published material. Specifications and price change privileges reserved. Printed in the U.S.A.
  • Page 4 Tektronix, with shipping charges prepaid. Tektronix shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to a location within the country in which the Tektronix service center is located.
  • Page 5 Tektronix Service Options are available at the time you order your instrument. Contact your local Tektronix Sales Office for more information. Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 6 ........Contacting Tektronix ..........
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Related Commands ..........3–28 DISPlay:TEXT:MARQuee? .
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Procedure 7: Removing the Temperature Sense Board ....8–16 Procedure 8: Removing the Front Panel Display Assembly ....8–17 Procedure 9: Removing the EMI DIN shields .

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents List of Figures Figure 1–1: Power cord identification chart ..... 1–6 Figure 1–2: Install Option 1U cable tray .
  • Page 10 Table of Contents Figure 3–11: SCPI and IEEE status and event registers ... 3–174 Figure 3–12: VXI Interrupt Monitor status register ....3–175 Figure 3–13: VXI Monitor status register .
  • Page 11 Table of Contents Figure 9–2: Circuit boards and chassis parts ....9–9 Figure 9–3: Power supply, monitor, and VX1410A fan assembly .
  • Page 12 Table of Contents List of Tables Table 1–1: IntelliFrame Mainframe options and upgrade kits ..1–3 Table 1–2: Power cord identification ......1–4 Table 1–3: Power supply voltages at the 25-pin connector .
  • Page 13 Table of Contents Table 5–1: DC load ripple and noise check ..... 5–2 Table 7–1: PC RS-232 settings for the calibration Procedure .
  • Page 14 General Safety Summary Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it. To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified. Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures. While using this product, you may need to access other parts of the system.
  • Page 15 General Safety Summary Symbols and Terms Terms in this Manual. These terms may appear in this manual: WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life. CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property.
  • Page 16 Service Safety Summary Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures. Read this Service Safety Summary and the General Safety Summary before performing any service procedures. Do Not Service Alone. Do not perform internal service or adjustments of this product unless another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is present.
  • Page 17 Service Safety Summary VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 18 Preface The VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual provides information on using the mainframe. The manual includes the following chapters: H Getting Started provides a brief description of the IntelliFrame Mainframe, a list of accessories that accompany the mainframe, installation and configura- tion procedures, and a functional check procedure.
  • Page 19 For product support outside of North America, contact your local Tektronix distributor or sales office. Service Contact your local Tektronix distributor or sales office. Or visit Support our web site for a listing of worldwide service locations. http://www.tek.com For other...
  • Page 20 Frame Mainframe. Tektronix technicians train on Tektronix products; they have access to the latest information on improvements to the IntelliFrame Mainframe as well as the latest new product upgrades. Services are provided at Tektronix Services Centers and on-site at your facility, depending on your location.
  • Page 21 Service agreements may be customized to meet special turn-around time and/or on-site requirements. Service on Demand. Tektronix also offers calibration and repair services on a per incident basis that is available with standard prices for many products. Self Service. Tektronix supports repair to the replaceable-part level by providing for circuit board exchange.
  • Page 22 Getting Started Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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  • Page 24 Getting Started This chapter provides an overview of the Tektronix IntelliFrame Mainframe family. It includes installation and configuration information on user-installed options. Product Description The IntelliFrame Mainframes are intelligent, 13-slot, C-size, VXIbus Main- frames. They fully comply with the VXIbus Specification 1.4 requirements and are VXIplug&play compatible.
  • Page 25 Getting Started Intelligent Cooling The IntelliFrame Mainframe provides optimal cooling for all installed modules. The mainframe uses an intelligent, adaptive cooling scheme to efficiently remove heat while maintaining quiet operation. The mainframe monitors the temperature rise of the exhaust air above each module slot and automatically adjusts the fan speed to keep the temperature rise to user specified temperature rise or less for the each module.

  • Page 26: Table 1-1: Intelliframe Mainframe Options And Upgrade Kits

    Options and Upgrade Kits Table 1–1 lists the IntelliFrame Mainframe options and upgrade kits that you can purchase and install separately. Contact your local Tektronix representative for information on the upgrade kits. Table 1–1: IntelliFrame Mainframe options and upgrade kits...

  • Page 27: Table 1-2: Power Cord Identification

    Getting Started Standard Accessories The IntelliFrame Mainframe comes with the following standard accessories: H IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual H One single-slot panel filler H Five double-slot panel fillers H Two power cords (voltage range and plug type varies according to country, see Table 1–2) H Fuse holder H Line fuse, 15 A, 250 V...
  • Page 28 230 V Optional Accessories The IntelliFrame Mainframe has the following optional accessories: H RS-232C Cable, DB9 female X DB9 female, serial null modem (Tektronix part number 012-1379-XX) H AC to DC low voltage converter supply to externally supply power to the...

  • Page 29: Figure 1-1: Power Cord Identification Chart

    National Electrical Code. For mainframe loads in the nonshaded region of Figure 1–1, use the power cord with the 15 A plug (Tektronix part number 161-0213-XX) or the power cord with the 20 A plug (Tektronix part number 161-0218-XX). For high mainframe loads combined with low input line voltages (shaded region), use only the power cord with the 20 A plug.
  • Page 30 Getting Started Site Considerations The IntelliFrame Mainframe is designed to operate on a bench or in a rackmount environment. For proper cooling, allow at least 2 in (5.1 cm) of clearance on the rear and sides of the mainframe. Determine how you will use your mainframe with cable trays, and then follow the appropriate installation instructions.

  • Page 31: Figure 1-2: Install Option 1U Cable Tray

    Getting Started Remove feet (4) Opt 1U without rails 1.75–inch depth Install feet. (optional) Install 4 screws, and leave 1/8 inch clearance from the chassis. Slide the cable tray over the screws; then tighten screws to secure cable tray. Figure 1–2: Install Option 1U cable tray 1–8 VX1410A &...

  • Page 32: Figure 1-3: Install Option 1U Cable Tray

    Getting Started Opt 1U with Rails 2.5–inch depth Install feet. (optional) Install butch plate. (optional) Install 4 screws, and leave 1/8 inch clearance from the Install 4 screws, and leave 1/8 inch rails. Slide the cable tray over clearance from the chassis. Slide the screws;...

  • Page 33: Figure 1-4: Install Option 2U Cable Tray

    Getting Started Remove feet (4) Opt 2U without rails 3.5–inch depth Install feet. (optional) Install butch plate. (optional) Install 4 screws, and leave 1/8 inch clearance from the chassis. Slide the cable tray over the screws; then tighten screws to secure cable tray. Figure 1–4: Install Option 2U cable tray 1–10 VX1410A &...

  • Page 34: Figure 1-5: Install Option 2U Cable Tray

    Getting Started Opt 2U with Rails 4.25–inch depth Install feet. (optional) Install butch plate. (optional) Install 4 screws, and leave 1/8 inch clearance from the Install 4 screws, and leave 1/8 inch rails. Slide the cable tray over clearance from the chassis. Slide the screws;...
  • Page 35 Getting Started Remote On/Standby The IntelliFrame Mainframe allows you to power on and power off the main- Configuration frame from the rear panel (passive monitor connector) as well as the front panel On/Standby switch. Alternatively, you can disable the front panel On/Standby switch.
  • Page 36 Getting Started H T-20 Torx driver H #2 Phillips screwdriver Install the Rackmount Refer to Figure 1–6 and perform the following steps to install the rackmount kit Kit Hardware hardware: 1. Determine where you want the mainframe positioned in the rack (recessed inside the rack or protruding in front of the rack).

  • Page 37: Figure 1-6: Installing The Rackmount Kit Hardware

    Getting Started VXIplug&play position key for VX1410A/11A/20A Screws (2) Latch is located at the rear. Track Screws (2) Screws (5) Bracket Bracket Handle Figure 1–6: Installing the rackmount kit hardware 3. Remove the five 8-32 screws from both sides of the mainframe. 4.

  • Page 38: Figure 1-7: Assembling The Slide-Out Track Assemblies

    Getting Started 3. Align the rear bracket to the right slide-out track as shown in Figure 1–7. Note that the rear bracket has two pairs of mount-through holes. When aligning the bracket and the track, select a pair of holes that mount the rear bracket so the flange-to-flange distance (see Figure 1–7) matches the front rail to rear rail spacing that you just measured in step 2.

  • Page 39: Figure 1-8: Vertical Clearance For Rack Installation

    Getting Started NOTE. The 13.25-inch vertical clearance is only valid for the mainframe without the plastic feet, rails and cable trays. Refer to Figures 4–2, 4–4, and 4–5 on pages 4–11, 4–12, and 4–13 for information on vertical clearances of the mainframe with cable tray options.

  • Page 40: Figure 1-9: Installing The Slide-Out Track Assemblies

    Getting Started 8. Using the mounting method determined from the previous step, secure the right slide-out track assembly to the front and rear rails. Seat the screws fully, but lightly, so that you can adjust the mounting later. 9. Tighten the screws left loose in step 4 to fix the front to rear flange spacing of the slide-out track assembly.

  • Page 41: Figure 1-10: R1 Or R2 Rackmounting Screw

    Getting Started 13. Slide the mainframe back until it stops. 14. Push to release the button latches, located on the outside of each track, and continue to slide the mainframe all the way back into the rack cabinet. 15. Tighten the four screws that you left loose at the rear of the rack when you performed step 8, and pull the mainframe part way out of the rack.

  • Page 42: Figure 1-11: Installing The Rackmount Door (Option 2R)

    Getting Started Install the Option 2R Refer to Figure 1–11 and perform the following steps to install the rackmount Rackmount Door door for Option 2R: 1. Install the bottom halves of the two hinges to the left rackmount bracket as shown in Figure 1–11.
  • Page 43 Getting Started Configuration After installing the mainframe, you are ready to configure it for your applica- tions. If you have not already done so, install your VXIbus modules in the mainframe following the installation guidelines for your VXIbus module. Module Selection and The IntelliFrame Mainframe is UL listed to UL 3111-1 and CAN/CSA C22.2 Design Guidelines No.

  • Page 44: Figure 1-12: Installing The Empty Slot Panel Fillers

    Refer to Figure 1–12 for information on installing the slot fillers. CAUTION. To avoid damage caused by heat use only Tektronix front panels; otherwise, the shutters may activate, effectively robbing airflow from installed modules. Installing the fillers provides improved cooling for installed modules, improved EMI shielding, and more accurate air temperature sensing to control the fan speeds.

  • Page 45: Figure 1-13: Locations Of Safety And Chassis Ground Connections

    Getting Started Safety and Chassis The left rear of the IntelliFrame Mainframe has a connection point for the chassis Grounds ground (see Figure 1–13). WARNING. To avoid personal injury the safety ground screw must always be in place to ensure the proper bonding of the power supply to the mainframe. You can use the chassis ground connection to connect the grounds of one or more instruments to the mainframe.

  • Page 46: Figure 1-14: Installing The Emi Intermodule Shield And

    Getting Started EMI Configurations Perform the following steps if you intend to install the optional EMI Intermodule shields and/or blank EMI filler panels. Part numbers are listed under Optional Accessories on page 9–9: NOTE. It is only necessary to install the EMI intermodule shields if your VXIbus module does not have EMI shielding.
  • Page 47 Getting Started Logical Address Switch You can set the logical address of the mainframe with the switches on the rear Settings panel. Figure 1–15 shows the locations of the logical address switches on the rear of the Enhanced Monitor panel. In most cases, you can leave the switches in the factory default position of FF.

  • Page 48: Table 1-3: Power Supply Voltages At The 25-Pin Connector

    Getting Started Functional Check Use the information in this section to determine that the IntelliFrame Mainframe operates properly. The functional check consists of checking the power supply voltages at the 25-pin connector at the rear of the mainframe with a digital voltmeter.
  • Page 49 Getting Started 1–26 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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  • Page 52: Figure 2-1: Front View Of The Vx1410A

    Operating Basics This chapter provides a brief overview of the IntelliFrame Mainframe including illustrations and descriptions of switches, indicators, and connectors. Figure 2–1 shows the front view of the IntelliFrame Mainframe. All of the mainframe slots are labeled on the top and bottom of the mainframe. Slot 0 is reserved for the mainframe controller;...

  • Page 53: Figure 2-2: Partial Front View Of A Vx1410A With Option 1M

    Operating Basics The On/Standby switch on the top-left corner of the front panel applies DC voltages to the mainframe. The switch is a momentary contact switch. The switch is lighted when DC voltages are applied to the mainframe. You can also remotely power on or power down the mainframe.

  • Page 54: Figure 2-3: Rear View Of A Intelliframe Mainframe

    Operating Basics cooling required by the modules. When the switch is in the FULL position, the fans operate at full speed. A DB-25-pin connector provides the ability to monitor the power supply voltages, fan speeds, and the maximum slot temperature rise of the mainframe. Refer to page 3–1 for information on the pinouts of the connector.

  • Page 55: Figure 2-4: Rear View Of The Enhanced Monitor

    Operating Basics RS-232C connector MONITOR BACKUP POWER SUPPLY LOGICAL ADDRESS switches READY light ACCESSED light Figure 2–4: Rear view of the Enhanced Monitor The Logical Address switches are available with the Enhanced Monitor; these switches select the logical addresses for the Enhanced Monitor. The top switch sets the most-significant digit, and the bottom switch sets the least-significant digit.
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  • Page 58: Figure 3-1: Passive Monitor Connector

    Reference This chapter provides reference information on the mainframe and its connectors. A description of the command set and information related to the Enhanced Monitor makes up the remainder of this chapter. Passive Monitor Connector The 25-pin Sub-D connector lets you monitor the power supply voltages, fan speed, and the maximum slot temperature rise within the mainframe.

  • Page 59: Table 3-1: Passive Monitor Connector Pinouts

    Reference Table 3–1: Passive monitor connector pinouts Function Description +5 VM +5 V for voltage monitoring –12 VM –12 V for voltage monitoring –24 VM –24 V for voltage monitoring –2 VM –2 V for voltage monitoring Rem On/Stdby Remote On/Standby Power Switch. +5 VC +5 V output for charging batteries, running external TTL circuitry, 1 A maximum...
  • Page 60 Reference Table 3–1: Passive monitor connector pinouts (Cont.) Function Description Logic Ground Request Service signal To monitor, only use a probe with greater than 1 MW impedance. By momentarily grounding this line, the mainframe will toggle from on to off (or vice versa).

  • Page 61: Figure 3-2: Rs-232 Connector Pinout

    Reference Enhanced Monitor RS-232 Connector The Enhanced Monitor includes a 9-pin RS-232 connector that allows connec- tion to a RS-232 host. Figure 3–2 shows the pinouts of the 9-pin RS-232 connector; Table 3–2 describes the pin assignments. Pin 1 Pin 9 Figure 3–2: RS-232 connector pinout 3–4 VX1410A &...

  • Page 62: Table 3-2: Rs-232 Pin Connector

    Reference Table 3–2: RS-232 pin connector Description Shield Protective Ground No Connection Receive Data (RxD) Transmit Data (TxD) Data Terminal Ready (DTR) Signal Ground (GND) No Connection Request to Send (RTS) Clear to Send (CTS) No Connection Backplane Connectors Table 3–3 shows the P1 connector pinouts for all slots in the IntelliFrame Mainframe.

  • Page 63: Table 3-3: P1 Connector Pinouts

    Reference Table 3–3: P1 connector pinouts Row A Row B Row C BBSY* BCLR* ACFAIL* BG0IN* BG0OUT* BG1IN* BG1OUT* BG2IN* BG2OUT* SYSCLK BG3IN* SYSFAIL* BG3OUT* BERR* DS1* BR0* SYSRESET* DS0* BR1* LWORD* WRITE* BR2* BR3* DTACK* IACK* IACKIN* SERCLK IACKOUT* SERDAT* IRQ7* IRQ6*...

  • Page 64: Table 3-4: P2 Connector Pinouts For Slots

    Reference Table 3–4: P2 connector pinouts for slots 1 – 12 Row A Row B Row C ECLTRG0 +5 V CLK10+ –2 V CLK10– ECLTRG1 RSV1 –5.2 V LBUSA00 LBUSC00 LBUSA01 LBUSC01 –5.2 V LBUSA02 LBUSC02 LBUSA03 LBUSC03 LBUSA04 LBUSC04 LBUSA05 LBUSC05 –5.2 V...

  • Page 65: Table 3-5: P2 Connector Pinouts For Slot 0

    Reference Table 3–5: P2 connector pinouts for slot 0 Row A Row B Row C ECLTRG0 +5 V CLK10+ –2 V CLK10– ECLTRG1 RSV1 –5.2 V MODID12 LBUSC00 MODID11 LBUSC01 –5.2 V MODID10 LBUSC02 MODID09 LBUSC03 MODID08 LBUSC04 MODID07 LBUSC05 –5.2 V +5 V –2 V...

  • Page 66: Table 3-6: Front Panel Display Messages

    Reference Enhanced Monitor The Enhanced Monitor provides the IntelliFrame Mainframe with the following additional capabilities via the VXIbus and the rear panel RS-232 interface: H Power supply voltage readouts H Power supply current readouts H Power supply wattage readout H Ambient (input) air temperature readout H Exhaust temperature readout for each slot H Fan speed readout H User-selectable alarms...
  • Page 67 Reference Table 3–6: Front panel display messages (Cont.) Category Message FAIL:+5I@XX.XXA FAIL:–2I@XX.XXA FAIL:–5.2I@XX.XXA FAIL:–12I@XX.XXA FAIL:–24I@XX.XXA Power Supply message FAIL: Total W@XX.XW FAIL:S0 ∆Τ@XX C Slot Temperature messages FAIL:S1 ∆Τ@XX C FAIL:S2 ∆Τ@XX C FAIL:S3 ∆Τ@XX C FAIL:S4 ∆Τ@XX C FAIL:S5 ∆Τ@XX C FAIL:S6 ∆Τ@XX C FAIL:S7 ∆Τ@XX C FAIL:S8 ∆Τ@XX C...
  • Page 68 Reference Table 3–6: Front panel display messages (Cont.) Category Message Power Supply Current Amperage +24V Amps:XX.XXA Messages +12V Amps:XX.XXA +5V Amps:XX.XXA –2V Amps:XX.XXA –5.2V Amps:XX.XXA –12V Amps:XX.XXA –24V Amps:XX.XXA Power Supply Power Messages Total Power:XXX.XW Temperature Status Messages Ambient T:XX C ∆Τ...
  • Page 69 Reference The remainder of this chapter provides the following information: H A summary of the SCPI commands and queries H An overview of the syntax used with the commands and queries H A detailed description of each command and query H A list of error messages H Brief examples of using commands and queries 3–12...

  • Page 70: Table 3-7: Display Commands

    Command Groups This section lists IntelliFrame Mainframe commands by functional groups. A question symbol surrounded by brackets [?] identifies commands that also have a query form. Display Commands Commands in the DISPlay subsystem display user defined messages on the front panel of VX1420A mainframes or VX1410A mainframes with option 1M (display).
  • Page 71 Command Groups Table 3–8: Status commands (Cont.) Header Description :VXIInterrrupt? Returns the contents of the VXIInterrupt event register. :Condition? Returns the contents of the VXIInterrrupt Condition register. :INTerrupt Returns the time when each interrupt occurred. :ENABle[?] Sets or queries the contents of the VXIInterrupt enable register.
  • Page 72 Command Groups Table 3–8: Status commands (Cont.) Header Description :SPEed? Returns the fan speed in revolutions per minute. :CONDition? Returns the contents of the Questionable Condition register. :ENABle[?] Sets or queries the contents of the Questionable Status Enable register. :FILTer :TINTerval[?] Sets or queries the filter cleaning interval time.

  • Page 73: Table 3-9: System Commands

    Command Groups Table 3–8: Status commands (Cont.) Header Description :ENABle[?] Sets or queries the contents of the Voltage Enable register. :LEVel? Returns the current power supply output voltages. :PTR[?] Sets or queries the power supply positive transition filter. :QUEue? Returns the next message in the error queue. [:NEXT]? Returns the next event code and message from the Error/Event queue.
  • Page 74 Command Groups Table 3–9: System commands (Cont.) Header Description :BAUD[?] Sets or queries the baud rate of the RS-232 port. :BITS[?] Sets or queries the number of bits per character in the RS-232 port. :CONTrol :RTS[?] Sets or queries the operation of the RTS and CTS lines. :ECHO[?] Sets or queries whether incoming characters are echoed back to the RS-232 port.
  • Page 75 Command Groups Table 3–9: System commands (Cont.) Header Description :HELP :SYNTax? Returns the syntax of the specified command. :IEMessage Sends interface event messages between the VXI interface and the RS-232 port. :MODel? Returns the model number of the mainframe. :NVRecall Recalls device settings from nonvolatile RAM.

  • Page 76: Table 3-10: Test Commands

    Command Groups Test Commands Commands in the TEST subsystem execute the internal self-tests of the IntelliFrame Mainframe Detailed information on the TEST subsystem begins on page 3–149. Table 3–10: Test commands Header Description TEST [:ALL][?] Executes all internal self tests once. The query returns the test results.

  • Page 77: Table 3-12: Ieee 488.2 Common Commands

    Command Groups IEEE 488.2 Commands The IntelliFrame Mainframe supports the following IEEE 488.2 common commands. Detailed information on the command begins on page 3–161. Table 3–12: IEEE 488.2 common commands Header Description *CLS Clears the SCPI and IEEE 488.2 event registers and the Error/Event Queue.
  • Page 78 Syntax This section provides an overview of the commands for the IntelliFrame Mainframe and includes the following topics: H A brief introduction to SCPI H A description of the command syntax H Instructions on how to enter commands The commands for the mainframe are compatible with IEEE-488.1, IEEE-488.2, and SCPI-1995.0 standards.

  • Page 79: Figure 3-3: Tree Hierarchy

    Syntax Command Headers The command header has a hierarchical structure that may be represented by a command tree (see Figure 3–3). An easy-to-remember word called a mnemonic designates each level of the hierarchy. A colon separates the levels. The top level of the tree is the root level. A root node is a mnemonic at the root level.

  • Page 80: Table 3-13: Parameter Types For Syntax Descriptions

    Syntax Do not include the <, >, {,}, or | symbols when entering the actual value for NOTE. a parameter. Separate multiple parameters after a command header with a comma. For example: STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit DELTa1,30 Table 3–13 defines the command and response parameter types for the Intelli- Frame Mainframe.
  • Page 81 Syntax Message Terminator and In accordance with IEEE 488.2 and the VXIbus specification, the IntelliFrame Message Separator Mainframe accepts any of the following message terminators: H LF^END Linefeed code (hexadecimal 0A) with the END bit in the Byte Available command asserted. H LF Linefeed code H <dab>^END...
  • Page 82 Syntax Because the mainframe assumes that a command at the beginning of a program message starts from the root, you have the option of beginning the initial command header with a colon (:). Combining Commands You can combine (concatenate) commands and queries using a semicolon (;). The mainframe executes concatenated commands in the order it receives them.
  • Page 83 Syntax 3–26 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 84: Figure 3-6: Display Subsystem Hierarchy

    DISPlay Subsystem This section describes the commands in the DISPlay Subsystem, which applies to all VX1420A mainframes or VX1410A mainframes with Option 1M or field upgrade VXF1M. Use the DISPlay subsystem to display user defined messages on the front panel. Figure 3–6 lists the DISPlay subsystem parameters. NOTE.
  • Page 85 DISPlay Subsystem DISPlay:WINDow:TEXT:DATA DISPlay:WINDow:TEXT:DATA? Sets or queries the user defined message to be displayed on the front panel readout of the mainframe. You can display up to 60 characters in the message. The string “SYSTEM OK” is the default factory message. This message only displays when there are no monitor failures.
  • Page 86 DISPlay Subsystem DISPlay:TEXT:MARQuee DISPlay:TEXT:MARQuee? Sets or queries the state of marquee display on the front panel readout of the mainframe. Up to 20 characters can be displayed at one time. For user defined messages of greater length (60 characters maximum) the display will rotate slowly to the left.
  • Page 87 DISPlay Subsystem 3–30 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 88: Figure 3-7: Status Subsystem Hierarchy

    STATus Subsystem This section describes each command and query in the STATus subsystem. The STATus subsystem controls the parameters shown in Figure 3–7. STATus OPERation PRESet QUEStionable QUEue SCONdition S2CONdition SEVent S2EVent CURRent BLOWer FILTer POWer TEMPerature VOLTage VXITrigger INTerrupt VXIMonitor Figure 3–7: STATus subsystem hierarchy Use the STATus subsystem to monitor the status of the voltages, currents, power,...
  • Page 89 STATus Subsystem 2. Read the Event Register for all currents: STAT:QUES:CURR? The system response: 0 3. Read the Condition Register for all currents: STAT:QUES:CURR:COND? The system response: 0 4. Set an alarm to activate by dropping the amperage threshold for the +5 Volt supply down to 10 Amps: STAT:QUES:CURR:LIMIT P5, 10.0 The system response: The front panel display should start flashing the alarm...
  • Page 90 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation? Returns the contents of the Operation Event register. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding condition bit changed from false to true. Unused bits always return a value of zero. The register is cleared by the *CLS command. There is no command associated with this query.
  • Page 91 STATus Subsystem STAT:OPER? Examples Query: Response: 0 Related Commands STATus:OPERation:CONDition? 3–34 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 92 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:CONDition? Returns the contents of the Operation Condition register. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding current condition is asserted. Definition of the bits in this register can be found under the STATus:OPERation? command on page 3–33.
  • Page 93 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:ENABle STATus:OPERation:ENABle? Sets or queries the contents of the Operation Event Enable register. Setting unused enable bits does not generate an error; the unused bits are ignored. If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166) at power-on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM;...
  • Page 94 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt? Queries the contents of the VXI Interrupts Monitor Event Register. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding condition bit has transitioned from false to true. Unused bits always return a value of zero. The register is cleared by the *CLS command.
  • Page 95 STATus Subsystem Dependencies Reading the register clears it. STAT:OPER:VXII? Examples Query: Response: 1 Related Commands STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:CONDition? STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle 3–38 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 96 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:CONDition? Queries the contents of the VXI Interrupt Monitor Condition register. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding condition bit has transitioned from false to true. Unused bits always return a value of zero. Definition of the bits in this register can be found in STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt command.
  • Page 97 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:INTerrupt? Queries the time when the VXI Interrupt signal was asserted. The time is relative to the mainframe power-on time. If there are multiple occurrences of the Interrupt signal, only the time of the first assertion is saved. When no Interrupt is detected, the query returns a value of 0 in all fields.
  • Page 98 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle? Sets or queries the contents of the VXI Interrupt Monitor Enable register. Setting unused enable bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored. If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166) at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM;...
  • Page 99 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor? Queries the contents of the VXI Monitor Event Register. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding condition bit changed from false to true. Unused bits always return a value of zero. The register is cleared by the *CLS command. The VXI Monitor must be running (See VXIMonitor Subsystem on page 3–155) for these events to be recorded.
  • Page 100 STATus Subsystem Dependencies Reading the register clears it. STAT:OPER:VXIM? Examples Query: Response: 0 Related Commands STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:CONDition? STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle 3–43 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 101 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ACFail? Queries the time when the VXI ACFAIL signal was asserted. The time is relative to the mainframe power-on time. If there are multiple occurrences of the ACFAIL signal, only the time of the first assertion is saved. Reading the time enables it to record the next ACFAIL signal assertion time.
  • Page 102 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:BERR? Queries the VXI Bus Error address space. If multiple bus errors occurred, only the first BERR address space will be saved. If there are no errors, the query returns NONE. At power-on the value is set to NONE. There is no command associated with this query.
  • Page 103 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:CONDition? Queries the contents of the VXI Monitor Condition register. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding condition bit has transitioned from false to true. Unused bits always return a value of zero. Definition of the bits in this register can be found in STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor command.
  • Page 104 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle? Sets or queries the contents of the VXI Monitor Enable register. Setting unused enable bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored. If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166) at power-on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM;...
  • Page 105 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:SYSFail? Queries the time when the VXI SYSFAIL signal was asserted. The time is relative to the mainframe power-on time. If there are multiple occurrences of the VXI SYSFAIL signal, only the time of the first assertion is saved. Reading the time enables it to record the next SYSFAIL signal assertion time.
  • Page 106 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger? Queries the contents of the VXI TTL Trigger Monitor Event Register. A value of one in a bit indicates that the corresponding condition bit has transitioned from high to low. Unused bits always return a value of zero. There is no command associated with this query.
  • Page 107 STATus Subsystem STAT:OPER:VXIT? Examples Query: Response: 1 Related Commands STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:CONDition? STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle 3–50 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 108 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:CONDition? Queries the contents of the VXI TTL Trigger Monitor Condition register. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding condition bit has transitioned from high to low. Unused bits always return a value of zero. The definition of the bits in this register can be found in STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger command.
  • Page 109 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:TRIGger? Queries the time when the VXI TTL Trigger signal was asserted. The time is relative to the mainframe power on time. If there are multiple occurrences of the TTL Trigger signal, only the time of the first assertion is saved. When no Trigger is detected, the query returns a value of 0 in all fields.
  • Page 110 STATus Subsystem STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle? Sets or queries the contents of the VXI TTL Trigger Monitor Enable register. Setting unused enable bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored. If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166) at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM;...
  • Page 111 STATus Subsystem STATus:PRESet Presets the SCPI enable registers. The Operation and Questionable Enable registers are preset to zero, disabling all events. All other enable registers are preset to all ones, enabling all events. The Error/Event Queue is preset to the default value of –499:0.
  • Page 112 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable? Returns the contents of the Questionable Event register. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding condition bit changed from false to true. Unused bits always return a value of zero. The register is cleared by the *CLS command. There is no command associated with this query..
  • Page 113 STATus Subsystem STAT:QUES? Examples Query: Response: 0 Related Commands STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition? STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle 3–56 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 114 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer? Queries the contents of the Blower Event register. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding condition bit changed from false to true and that there may be a problem with one of the fans. Unused bits always return a value of zero.
  • Page 115 STATus Subsystem Dependencies Reading the register clears it. STAT:QUES:BLOW? Examples Query: Response: 0 Related Commands STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:CONDition? STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle 3–58 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 116 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:CONDition? Returns the contents of the Blower Condition register. A value of one in a bit indicates possible problems with one of the fans. Unused always return a value of zero. Definition of the bits in this register can be found under the STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer command on page 3–57.
  • Page 117 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle? Sets or queries the contents of the Blower Enable register. Setting unused enable bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored. Enabling bits in the register allows information from the Blower Event register to be passed on to the Questionable Event register.
  • Page 118 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:SPEed? Queries the current fan (blower) rotational speed in revolutions per min- ute (RPM). Normal values are 1200 to 3350 for the VX1410A and 650 to 2250 for the VX1420A. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:SPEed? <Blower>...
  • Page 119 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition? Queries the contents of the Questionable Condition register. Unused bits always return a value of zero. Definition of the bits in this register can be found under the STATus:QUEStionable? command on page 3–55. Reading the register does not clear it. There is no command associated with this query.
  • Page 120 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent? Queries the contents of the Current Event register. A one in a bit indicates the corresponding power supply failure event has been asserted. Unused bits always return a value of zero. The register is also cleared by the *CLS command. There is no command associated with this query.
  • Page 121 STATus Subsystem STAT:QUES:CURR? Examples Query: Response: 0 Related Commands STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:CONDition? STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle 3–64 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 122 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:CMAXimum? Queries the current maximum measurable power supply currents within the mainframe since power on; the returned value is in amperes. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:CMAXimum? <power supply> Syntax Parameters <Power supply> Query response {P24 | P12 | P5 | N2 | N5PT2 | N12 | N24} <NR2>...
  • Page 123 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:CONDition? Queries the contents of the Current Condition register. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding power supply is currently failing. Unused bits always return a value of zero. Definition of the bits in this register can be found in STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent? command.
  • Page 124 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle? Sets or queries the contents of the Current Enable register. Setting unused enable bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored. If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166) at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM;...
  • Page 125 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LEVel? Queries the current power supply output amperage. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LEVel? <Power Supply> Syntax Parameters <Power supply> Query response {P24 | P12 | P5 | N2 | N5PT2 | N12 | N24} <NR2>...
  • Page 126 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LIMit STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LIMit? Sets or queries the maximum allowable current to be drawn from each of the power supplies. STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LIMit <Location>,<Limit> Syntax STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LIMit? <Location> <Location> Query response (Amperes) {P24 | P12 | P5 | N2 | N5 | N12 | N24} <NR2>...
  • Page 127 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:MAXimum? Queries the current maximum measurable power supply currents within the mainframe since the last factory maintenance was performed; the returned value is in amperes. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:MAXimum? <power supply> Syntax Parameters <Power supply>...
  • Page 128 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle? Sets or queries the contents of the Questionable Enable register. Setting unused enable bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored. If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166) at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM;...
  • Page 129 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval? Sets or queries the filter cleaning interval in hours. The factory default setting is 4000 hours. STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval <Time> Syntax STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval? Parameters <Time> Query response <NRf> <NR1> 1 N 65535 65535 Reset Value Errors and Events –222, “Data Out of Range” You attempted to set the filter cleaning time interval to an illegal value.
  • Page 130 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TREMaining? Returns the time for the next filter cleaning cycle. STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TREMaining? Syntax Parameters Parameter Query response <NR1> Reset Value Errors and Events Dependencies None STAT:QUES:FILT:TREM? Examples Query: Response: 300 Related Commands STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TRESet 3–73 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ...
  • Page 131 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TRESet Resets the filter cleaning remaining time to the cleaning interval time. You can also reset the filter cleaning time by pressing both the PREV and NEXT keys on the front panel-display when the front panel displays the filter cleaning warning message or the filter cleaning remaining time (Option 1M only).
  • Page 132 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:POWer? Queries the contents of the Power Event register. A one in the corresponding bit indicates the power supply failure event has been asserted. Unused bits always return a value of zero. The register is also cleared by the *CLS command. There is no command associated with this query.
  • Page 133 STATus Subsystem STAT:QUES:POW? Examples Query: Response: 0 Related Commands STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CONDition? STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle 3–76 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 134 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CMAXimum? Queries the current maximum measurable total power supply wattage within the mainframe since power on; the returned value is in watts. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CMAXimum? Syntax Parameters <Power supply> Query response Not Applicable <NR2>...
  • Page 135 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CONDition? Queries the contents of the Power Condition register. A value of one in the 9 bit indicates the power supply is over limits. Unused bits always return a value of zero. Definition of the bits in this register can be found in STATus:QUEStion- able:POWer? command.
  • Page 136 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle? Sets or queries the contents of the Power Enable register. Setting unused enable bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored. If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166) at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM;...
  • Page 137 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LEVel? Queries the total power supply output wattage. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LEVel? Syntax Parameters <Power Supply> Query response Not Applicable <NR2> Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events None Dependencies None STAT:QUES:POW:LEV? Examples Query: Response: 812.3 Related Commands...
  • Page 138 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LIMit STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LIMit? Sets or queries the maximum allowable power to be drawn from the entire power supply. STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LIMit <Limit> Syntax STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LIMit? <Limit> Query response <NRf> <NR2> VX1410A: 925.0 VX1420A: 1000.0 Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events –222, “Data Out of Range” You attempted to set the power limit to an illegal value.
  • Page 139 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:MAXimum? Queries the current maximum measurable total power supply wattage within the mainframe since the last factory maintenance was performed; the returned value is in watts. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:MAXimum? Syntax Parameters <Power supply> Query response Not Applicable <NR2>...
  • Page 140 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature? Returns the contents of the Temperature Event register. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding condition bit has transitioned from false to true. Unused bits always return a value of zero. The register is cleared by the *CLS command.
  • Page 141 STATus Subsystem Dependencies Reading the register clears it. STAT:QUES:TEMP? Examples Query: Response: 1 Related Commands STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CONDition? STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle 3–84 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 142 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CMAXimum? Queries the current maximum measurable temperatures in the mainframe since power on. The returned value is in C. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CMAXimum? <Location> Syntax Parameters <Location> Query response {AMBient | OUT0 . . . OUT12 | DELTa0 . . . <NR1>...
  • Page 143 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CONDition? Queries the contents of the Temperature Condition register. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding temperature condition is outside of the limits. Unused bits always return a value of zero. Definition of the bits in this register can be found under the STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature? command on page 3–83.
  • Page 144 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle? Sets or queries the contents of the Temperature Enable register. Setting unused enable bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored. If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166) at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM;...
  • Page 145 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LEVel? Returns the current temperatures in the mainframe; the returned value is in C. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LEVel? <Location> Syntax Parameters <Location> Query response {AMBient | OUT0 . . . OUT12 | DELTa0 . . . <NR1>...
  • Page 146 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit? Sets or queries the maximum allowable ambient and delta temperatures in each slot. The factory default settings are 55 C for ambient and 10 C for each delta temperature. STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit <Location>,<Limit> Syntax STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit? <Location> <Location> Query response {AMBient | DELTa0 .
  • Page 147 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:MAXimum? Queries the maximum measurable temperatures in the mainframe since the last factory maintenance was performed; the returned value is in C. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:MAXimum? <Location> Syntax Parameters <Location> Query response {AMBient | OUT0 . . . OUT12 | DELTa0 . . . DELTa12} <NR1>...
  • Page 148 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage? Returns the contents of the Voltage Event register. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding power supply failure event has been asserted. Unused bits always return a value of zero. The register is cleared by the *CLS command.
  • Page 149 STATus Subsystem Dependencies Reading the register clears it. STAT:QUES:VOLT? Examples Query: Response: 0 Related Commands STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:CONDition? STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle 3–92 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 150 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:CONDition? Queries the contents of the Voltage Condition register. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding power supply has a failure. Unused bits always return a value of zero. The definition of the bits in this register can be found in STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage? command on page 3–91.
  • Page 151 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle? Sets or queries the contents of the Voltage Enable register. Setting unused enable bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored. If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166) at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM;...
  • Page 152 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:LEVel? Queries the current power supply output voltage. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:LEVel? <Power Supply> Syntax Parameters <Power supply> Query response {P24 | P12 | P5 | P5STBY|P5EXT | N2 | <NR2> N5PT2 | N12 | N24} Code Power supply +24 V...
  • Page 153 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:PTR STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:PTR? Sets or queries the power supply positive transition filter. You can only set or clear bits 3 and 4 of the transition filter. Setting a bit enables the corresponding power supply condition to propagate to the event system. Any failures will display on the front panel readout.
  • Page 154 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEue? Returns the next event code and message in the Error/Event queue. The Error/Event queue is cleared at power on or when you send the *CLS command. This is derived from the standard SCPI command. The SYSTem:ER- Ror? query is an alias. There is no command associated with this query.
  • Page 155 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEue:ALL? Returns a comma-separated list of all unread events from the Error/Event queue. The Error/Event queue is cleared at power on or when you send the *CLS command. The SYSTem:ERRor:ALL? query is an alias. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEue:ALL? Syntax Parameters...
  • Page 156 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEue:CODE? Returns the next event code from the Error/Event queue. The SYSTem:ER- Ror:CODE? query is an alias. The Error/Event queue is cleared at power on or when you send the *CLS command. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEue:CODE[:NEXT]? Syntax Parameters...
  • Page 157 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEue:CODE:ALL? Returns a comma-separated list of all unread events from the Error/Event queue. The SYSTem:ERRor:CODE:ALL? query is an alias. The Error/Event queue is cleared at power on or when you send the *CLS command. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEue:CODE:ALL? Syntax Parameters...
  • Page 158 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEue:COUNt? Returns the number of unread events in the Error/Event queue. The SYS- Tem:ERRor:COUNt? query is an alias. The Error/Event queue is cleared at power on or when you send the *CLS command. There is no command associated with this query. STATus:QUEue:COUNt? Syntax Parameters...
  • Page 159 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEue:ENABle STATus:QUEue:ENABle? Sets or queries the enable events to be placed in the Error/Event queue. The SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle and SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle? commands are aliases. Attempting to enable events that are not reported by the mainframe does not generate an error. At power on or when you send the STATus:PRESet command the contents of the register is set to –499:0.
  • Page 160 STATus Subsystem STATus:QUEue:ENABle:ALL Presets the Error/Event queue enable to the value of –1999:1000. The SYS- Tem:ERRor:ENABle:ALL command is an alias. STATus:QUEue:ENABle:ALL Syntax Reset Value Errors and Events None Dependencies None Command: STAT:QUE:ENAB:ALL Examples Related Commands STATus:PRESet STATus:QUEue:ENABle *CLS 3–103 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ...
  • Page 161 STATus Subsystem STATus:SCONdition? Returns the pass/fail condition of all the monitors. A value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding current condition has failed. Unused bits always return a value of zero. The definition of the bits can be found in STATus:SEVent? command on page 3–106.
  • Page 162 STATus Subsystem STATus:S2CONdition? Overflow register for the STATus:SCONdition summary condition register. Returns the summary information on the power supply current condition, total power (wattage) condition, TTLTrigger condition and IRQ condition. Definition of the bits can be found in STATus:S2EVent? query on page 3–108. There is no command associated with this query.
  • Page 163 STATus Subsystem STATus:SEVent? Returns the summary information on the power supply voltage events, tempera- ture events, blower events, filter events, and VXI monitor events. A one in a bit indicates the corresponding event has been asserted. Unused bits always return a value of zero. The query returns a value of zero at power on or when you send the *CLS command.
  • Page 164 STATus Subsystem Event status word bits Definition Ambient Temperature +24 V +12 V +5 V +5 Standby +5 V External –2 V –5.2 V –12 V –24 V BERR SYSFAIL ACFAIL Check overflow register Not Used Reset Value Errors and Events None Dependencies None...
  • Page 165 STATus Subsystem STATus:S2EVent? Overflow register for the STATus:SEVent summary event register. Returns the summary information on the power supply current events, total power (wattage) events, TTLTrigger events and IRQ events. A one in a bit indicates the corresponding event has been asserted. Unused bits always return a value of zero.
  • Page 166 STATus Subsystem Event status word bits Definition TTL1trig occurred TTL2trig occurred TTL3trig occurred TTL4trig occurred TTL5trig occurred TTL6trig occurred TTL7trig occurred Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Reset Value Errors and Events None Dependencies None...
  • Page 167 STATus Subsystem 3–110 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 168: Figure 3-8: System Subsystem Hierarchy

    SYSTem Subsystem This section describes each command and query in the SYSTem subsystem. The SYSTem subsystem controls the parameters shown in Figure 3–8. The SYSTem subsystem collects the functions that are not related to the performance of the IntelliFrame Mainframe. SYSTem FACTory COMMunicate DATE?
  • Page 169 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BAUD SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BAUD? Sets or queries the baud rate of the RS-232 port. This command sets the transmit and receive baud rates. SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:BAUD <Baud Rate> Syntax SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:BAUD? Parameters <Baud Rate> Query response <NRf> <NR1> 1200 1200 2400 2400 4800 4800 9600 9600...
  • Page 170 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BITS SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BITS? Sets or queries the number of bits per character in the RS-232 port. SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:BITS <Bits> Syntax SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:BITS? Parameters <Bits> Query response <NRf> <NR1> MINimum MAXimum Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events –222, “Data Out of Range” You attempted to set the bits per character value to an illegal value.
  • Page 171 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:CONTrol:RTS SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:CONTrol:RTS? Sets or queries the operation of the RTS/CTS lines. A value of OFF sets the outgoing RTS line low and ignores the incoming CTS line. A value of ON sets the outgoing RTS line high and ignores the incoming CTS line. A value of IBFull or RFR specifies that the two lines are used for hardware flow control.
  • Page 172 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ECHO SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ECHO? Sets or queries whether the incoming characters are echoed back to the RS-232 port. SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ECHO <Boolean> Syntax SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ECHO? Parameters <Boolean> Query response <NRf> <NR1> Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events None Dependencies None Command: SYST:COMM:SER:ECHO OFF Examples SYST:COMM:SER:ECHO? Query:...
  • Page 173 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ERESponse SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ERESponse? Sets or queries if error response messages automatically return to the RS-232 port. When the mode is ON, all error and event response messages will output directly to the RS-232 port; the error and event response messages will not be placed in the Error/Event queue.
  • Page 174 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:LBUFfer SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:LBUFfer? Sets or queries whether the RS-232 line buffer is enabled. If the buffer is enabled, all input characters are buffered until a new line character (^J or 0x0A) is received. Then all characters are available for processing. You can use special characters to modify the input before the new line character is received.
  • Page 175 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PACE SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PACE? Sets or queries whether software flow control (pacing) is enabled for the RS-232 port. This command sets both the transmit and receive values. Avoid using XON pacing when transferring binary data. SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:PACE <Flow Control> Syntax SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:PACE? Parameters <Flow Control>...
  • Page 176 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PARity SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PARity? Sets or queries the type of parity used by the RS-232 port. This command sets both the transmit and receive values. SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:PARity[:TYPE] <Type> Syntax SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:PARity[:TYPE]? Parameters <Type> Query response EVEN EVEN NONE NONE Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events –224, “Illegal Parameter Value”...

  • Page 177: Table 3-15: Effects Of :Preset On Serial Port Parameters

    SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PRESet Presets logical groups of RS-232 port control parameters. The default mode sets all RS-232 settings to a known state. The RAW and TERMinal modes change only a subset of the parameters. Use RAW when connected to a computer and use TERMinal when connected to a computer display terminal.
  • Page 178 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:SBITs SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:SBITs? Sets or queries the number of stop bits sent with each character over the RS-232 port. This command sets both the transmit and receive values. SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:SBITs <Stop Bits> Syntax SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:SBITs? Parameters <Stop Bits> Query response <NRf> <NR1>...
  • Page 179 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:DATE SYSTem:DATE? Sets or queries the date displayed on the front panel. The date setting is not mantained across power down and will be reset at power up. SYSTem:DATE <year>, <month>, <day> Syntax SYSTem:DATE? Parameters <date> Query response <NRf>, <NRf>, <NRf>...
  • Page 180 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:DATE:LMAintenance? Queries for the last factory maintenance date. There is no command associated with this query. SYSTem:DATE:LMAintenance? Syntax Parameters Parameter Query response None <year>, <month>, <day> Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events None Dependencies None SYST:DATE:LMA? Examples Query: Response: 1995,3,10 Related Commands...
  • Page 181 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:ERRor? This query returns the next entry from the Error/Event queue. This is an alias command with the STATus:QUEue[:NEXT]? command. There is no associated command for this query. The Error/Event queue is cleared at power up, upon receipt of *CLS, and upon reading the last item from the queue.
  • Page 182 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:ERRor:ALL? Returns a comma-separated list of all unread events from the Error/Event queue. This is an alias command with the STATus:QUEue:ALL? command. The Error/Event queue is cleared at power up, upon receipt of the *CLS command. There is no associated command for this query. SYSTem:ERRor:ALL? Syntax Parameters...
  • Page 183 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:ERRor:CODE? Returns the next event code from the Error/Event queue. This is an alias command with the STATus:QUEue:CODE? command. The Error/Event queue is cleared at power up, upon receipt of the *CLS command. There is no associated command for this query. SYSTem:ERRor:CODE:[NEXT]? Syntax Parameters...
  • Page 184 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:ERRor:CODE:ALL? Returns a comma-separated list of all unread event codes from the Error/Event queue. This is an alias command with the STATus:QUEue:CODE:ALL? command. The Error/Event queue is cleared at power up, upon receipt of the *CLS command. There is no associated command for this query. SYSTem:ERRor:CODE:ALL? Syntax Parameters...
  • Page 185 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:ERRor:COUNt? Returns the number of unread events in the Error/Event queue. This is an alias command with the STATus:QUEue:COUNt? command. The Error/Event queue is cleared at power up, upon receipt of the *CLS command. There is no associated command for this query. SYSTem:ERRor:COUNt? Syntax Parameters...
  • Page 186 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle? Sets or queries the enable events to be placed in the Error/Event queue. The STATus:QUEue:ENABle and STATus:QUEue:ENABle? commands are aliases. Attempting to enable events that are not reported by the mainframe does not generate an error. At power on, when the power-on status clear flag is true, or when you send the STATus:PRESet command the contents of the register is set to –499:0.
  • Page 187 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle:ALL Presets the Error/Event queue enable to the value of –1999:1000. The STATus:QUEue:ENABle:ALL command is an alias. SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle:ALL Syntax Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events None Dependencies None Command: SYST:ERR:ENAB:ALL Examples Related Commands STATus:PRESet STATus:QUEue:ENABle STATus:QUEue:ENABle:ALL 3–130 VX1410A &...

  • Page 188: Table 3-16: Super Cooler Factory Default Settings

    SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:FACTory This command sets the IntelliFrame Mainframe settings (except the communica- tion settings) to the factory default values. Table 3–16 lists the impacted commands and their factory default settings. Table 3–16: Super Cooler factory default settings Command Settings DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT:[DATA] “SYSTEM OK”...
  • Page 189 SYSTem Subsystem Parameters Parameter Query response Not Applicable Not Applicable Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events None Dependencies None Command: SYST:FACT Examples Related Commands None 3–132 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 190 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:HELP:SYNTax? Returns a string containing the syntax specification of the specified command. There is no command associated with this query. SYSTem:HELP:SYNTax? Syntax Parameters <Command Header> Query response <string> <string> Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events The query returns a null string (“”) if the <Command Header> is not a valid command header being recognized by the IntelliFrame Mainframe.
  • Page 191 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:IEMessage Sends an interface event message from the VXI interface to the RS-232 interface or vice versa. You can use a maximum of 32 data bytes in the message. There is no query associated with this command. When you send the command from the RS-232 interface, the interface event message is placed in the VXI Error/Event queue as part of an event message.
  • Page 192 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:MODel? This query retrieves the model number of the mainframe. This model number is determined upon power up based on the configuration of the Enhanced Monitor board. SYSTem:MODel? Syntax Parameters <Parameter> Query response Not applicable VX1410A VX1411A VX1420A Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events...

  • Page 193: Table 3-17: Nvrecall Device Settings

    SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:NVRecall Recalls device settings from nonvolatile RAM. Table 3–17 lists the device settings that will be restored from nonvolatile RAM: Table 3–17: NVRecall device settings Device settings DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT[:DATA] STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT:MARQuee STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle STATus:OPERation:ENABle STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LIMit STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:PTR STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle SYSTem:SYSReset STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle VXIMonitor:TINTerval...

  • Page 194: Table 3-18: Nvsave Device Settings

    SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:NVSave Saves device settings to nonvolatile RAM. The settings will be restored at power on. Table 3–17 lists the device settings that will be saved to nonvolatile RAM: Table 3–18: NVSave device settings Device settings DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT[:DATA] STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:PTR DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT:MARQuee SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BAUD STATus:OPERation:ENABle SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BITS...
  • Page 195 SYSTem Subsystem Command: SYST:NVS Examples Related Commands SYSTem:NVRecall 3–138 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 196 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:POWer SYSTem:POWer? Powers the mainframe on or off. Use the query to determine if the mainframe is powered on or off. SYSTem:POWer[:STATe] <Boolean> Syntax SYSTem:POWer[:STATe]? Parameters <Boolean> Query response <NRf> <NR1> Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events –224, “Illegal Parameter Value”...
  • Page 197 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:OPTions? Queries the monitor to report which options are currently installed. One Option is available for the Super Cooler: “S” Supercooler (Blower) fan option. This option appears for all VX1420A mainframes and for the VX1411A or VX1410A mainframes that have been upgraded to the Super Cooler (field upgrade kit VXF20A) Parameters <Parameter>...
  • Page 198 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:POWer:CYCLe? Returns the number of times the mainframe power has been cycled since the mainframe was manufactured. SYSTem:POWer:CYCLe? Syntax Parameters Parameter Query response Not Applicable <NR1> Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events None Dependencies None SYST:POW:CYCL? Examples Query: Response: 50 Related Commands...
  • Page 199 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:POWer:SOURce? Queries whether the power source of the Enhanced Monitor is from the mainframe power supply or from an external power supply. SYSTem:POWer:SOURce? Syntax Parameters Parameter Query response Not Applicable MAIN EXTERNAL Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events None Dependencies None...
  • Page 200 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:SYSReset SYSTem:SYSReset? Sets or queries whether the VXI SYSRESET signal can reset the Enhanced Monitor. When SYSRESET is enabled, asserting the VXI SYSRESET signal will reset the Enhanced Monitor. When disabled, asserting the VXI SYSRESET signal only initializes the Enhanced Monitor VXI Interface; all other Enhanced Monitor functions are not affected.
  • Page 201 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:SYSReset:IMMediate Immediately initiates a VXI SYSRESET signal. This command will cause all VXI instruments installed in the IntelliFrame Mainframe to be reset. When SYSRESET is enabled in the Enhanced Monitor, asserting this command will also reset the Enhanced Monitor. When disabled, asserting this command will only initialize the Enhanced Monitor VXI interface;...
  • Page 202 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:TIME SYSTem:TIME? Sets or queries the time displayed on the front panel. Time is keep in 24 hour clock format. Time is not maintained across power down. At power up the time will be reset to 0,0,0. SYSTem:TIME <hours>, <minutes>, <seconds> Syntax SYSTem:TIME? Parameters...
  • Page 203 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:TIME:LMAintenance? Returns the number of hours the IntelliFrame Mainframe has been operating since the last factory maintenance. There is no command associated with this query. SYSTem:TIME:LMAintenance? Syntax Parameters Parameter Query response None <hour>,<minute>,<second> Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events None Dependencies None...
  • Page 204 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:TIME:ON? Returns the number of hours the IntelliFrame Mainframe has been operating since power on. There is no command associated with this query. SYSTem:TIME:ON? Syntax Parameters Parameter Query response Not Applicable <hour>,<minute>,<second> Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events None Dependencies None...
  • Page 205 SYSTem Subsystem SYSTem:VERSion? Returns the SCPI version number to which the IntelliFrame Mainframe complies. There is no command associated with this query. SYSTem:VERSion? Syntax Parameters Parameter Query response Not Applicable <NR2> 1995.0 Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events None Dependencies None SYST:VERS?

  • Page 206: Figure 3-9: Test Subsystem Hierarchy

    TEST Subsystem This section describes each command and query in the TEST subsystem. These commands are used to execute internal self tests. The TEST subsystem controls the parameters shown in Figure 3–9. TEST ALL? NUMBer RESults Figure 3–9: TEST subsystem hierarchy Table 3–19 lists all of the internal self tests of the IntelliFrame Mainframe.
  • Page 207 TEST Subsystem e. Turns off all display pixels. Writes the character 8 to each display position. g. Turns off all display pixels. H Front Panel Display Control Test 2. This test writes the following ASCII characters to the display: “ ” 0x20 to “~” 0x7E. These characters are followed by “n”...
  • Page 208 TEST Subsystem TEST TEST? This command executes all internal self tests. If a failure occurs and the halt control is enabled, the test will immediately end. The query form returns the unique numeric identifier of the first test that failed. A value of zero is returned if there are no failures.
  • Page 209 TEST Subsystem TEST:NUMBer TEST:NUMBer? The command executes the specified self test but does not return the test results. The query returns the results of the specified test. A value of zero is returned if there are no failures. Each internal self test has a unique numeric identifier in the range of 1000 to 1999 (see Table 3–19 on page 3–149).
  • Page 210 TEST Subsystem TEST:RESults? This query returns the results code for the last executed self test command. The unique numeric identifier of the first individual test that failed is reported. A value of zero is returned if there were no failures. There is no associated command for this query.
  • Page 211 TEST Subsystem TEST:RESults:VERBose? This query returns a string describing the results of the last executed self test command. The unique numeric identifier of the first individual test that failed is reported. A value of zero is returned if there were no failures. There is no associated command for this query.

  • Page 212: Figure 3-10: Vximonitor Subsystem Hierarchy

    VXIMonitor Subsystem The VXI Monitor commands allow the user to monitor certain signals that only occur on the VXI backplane. The VXI Monitor commands allow the user to control how long to monitor (VXIM:TINT), continuously monitor (VXIM:RE- PEAT ON) and to start the VXImonitor (VXIM:STATE ON). The VXIMonitor subsystem controls the parameters shown in Figure 3–10.
  • Page 213 VXIMonitor Subsystem 3. Query operation register to check if either D5, D8, D9 or D10 are set. STAT:OPER? The system response: 288 (0 x 120 – VXI Triggers set and VXI Monitor) 4. Since the VXI Trigger bit was set, now query the Trigger register. STAT:OPER:VXIT? The system response: 16 (0 x 10 –...
  • Page 214 VXIMonitor Subsystem VXIMonitor:REPeat VXIMonitor:REPeat? Sets or queries the repeat mode of the VXI Monitor. When the repeat mode is on, the VXI Monitor continuously monitors the VXI bus. When the repeat mode is off, the VXI Monitor monitors the VXI bus for the specified time interval.
  • Page 215 VXIMonitor Subsystem VXIMonitor:STATe VXIMonitor:STATe? Starts or stops the VXI Monitor. The query returns whether the VXI Monitor is running. VXIMonitor:STATe <Boolean> Syntax VXIMonitor:STATe? Parameters <Boolean> Query response <NR1> <NR1> N  0 Reset Value Errors and Events –213, “Init Ignored” You sent INITiate while the VXI Monitor was already monitoring the VXI bus.
  • Page 216 VXIMonitor Subsystem VXIMonitor:TINTerval VXIMonitor:TINTerval? Sets or queries the time interval the VXI Monitor monitors the VXI bus. The VXI monitor monitors the bus for the specified number of seconds and reports any detected VXI Monitor event. The factory default setting is 10 seconds. VXIMonitor:TINTerval <time>...
  • Page 217 VXIMonitor Subsystem 3–160 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 218 IEEE 488.2 Common Commands This section describes each of the IEEE 488.2 common commands implemented in the IntelliFrame Mainframe. *CLS This command clears the SCPI and IEEE 488.2 event registers and the Error/ Event queue. There is no query associated with this command. SCPI and IEEE 488.2 enable registers are not cleared by this command.
  • Page 219 IEEE 488.2 Common Commands *ESE *ESE? Sets or queries the enable mask for the Standard Event Status Register. The STATus:PRESet command does not change this enable mask. The factory default setting is 0. *ESE <mask> Syntax *ESE? Parameters Parameter Query response {<NRf>...
  • Page 220 IEEE 488.2 Common Commands *ESR? This query returns the event(s) from the Standard Event Status Register. There is no command associated with this query. The Error/Event queue contains a chronological record of the events. *ESR? Syntax Parameters Parameter Query response Not Applicable <NR1>...
  • Page 221 Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events None Dependencies None *IDN? Examples Query: Response: TEKTRONIX,VX1420A,B123456,SCPI:95.0 RM1:1.0 RM2:1.0 Related Commands None 3–164 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 222 IEEE 488.2 Common Commands *OPC *OPC? The command synchronizes command execution with the controller. The command causes the device to set the OPC bit in the Standard Event Status register after the previous command has completed execution. The query causes an ASCII one to be placed in the output queue after the previous command has completed execution.
  • Page 223 IEEE 488.2 Common Commands *PSC *PSC? Sets or queries the setting of the power-on state clear flag. If the <Value> parameter is zero, the power-on state clear flag is set to FALSE; otherwise the flag is set to TRUE. If the power-on state clear flag is FALSE, at power on, the Service Request Enable Register, the Standard Event Status Enable Register, and the SCPI Enable Register settings will be restored to their previous settings.
  • Page 224 IEEE 488.2 Common Commands *RST This command resets instrument settings to a default state. There is no query associated with this command. This command has no effect other than stopping the VXI Monitor. The VXI Monitor stops execution while other monitors remain active. *RST Syntax Parameters...
  • Page 225 IEEE 488.2 Common Commands *SRE *SRE? Sets or queries the enable mask for the Service Request (Status Byte) Register. Setting unused enable bits does not generate an error; they are ignored. The STATus:PRESet command does not change this enable mask. The IntelliFrame Mainframe accepts NonDecimal Numeric masks even though this is not required by IEEE 488.2.
  • Page 226 IEEE 488.2 Common Commands *STB? This query returns the contents of the Status Byte Register. There is no command associated with this query. *STB? Syntax Parameters Parameter Query response Not Applicable <NR1> Standard status byte definition Definition Not Used Not Used Error/Event Queue Questionable Event Register ESB Standard Event Status Reg...
  • Page 227 IEEE 488.2 Common Commands *TST? This query initiates an internal self test and returns a failure code. If more than one failure occurred, only the the unique numeric identifier of the first self test that failed is reported. A value of zero is returned if there were no failures. Each internal self test has a unique identifier in the range of 1000 to 1999.
  • Page 228 IEEE 488.2 Common Commands *WAI This command is used to synchronize command execution with the controller. There is no query associated with this command. *WAI prevents the instrument from executing further commands until the previous command has completed execution. *WAI Syntax Parameters None...
  • Page 229 IEEE 488.2 Common Commands 3–172 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 230 Status and Events The IntelliFrame Mainframe complies with SCPI version 1995.0. You can use the SYSTem:VERSion? command to read the latest version or the *IDN? command to read a more detailed identification message. The IntelliFrame Mainframe supports the Status Byte model shown in Figure 3–11.
  • Page 231 Status and Events QUEStionable Status Registers Summary of VOLTage Summary of CURRent Summary of POWer Summary of TEMPerature STATus:QUEStionable[:EVENt]? STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition? STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle CALibration Summary of BLOWer FILTer Not Used OPERation Status Registers STATus:OPERation[:EVENt]? Summary of VXI TTL Triggers STATus:OPERation:CONDition? STATus:OPERation:ENABle Summary of VXI Monitor Mainframe Power Down Summary of VXI Interrupts Not Used...
  • Page 232 Status and Events VXI Interrupt Monitor Status Registers IRQ1 occurred IRQ2 occurred IRQ3 occurred IRQ4 occurred STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt[:EVENt]? IRQ5 occurred STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:CONDition? IRQ6 occurred STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle IRQ7 occurred Summary of VXI Trigger Monitor Not used Figure 3–12: VXI Interrupt Monitor status register VXI Monitor Status Registers BERR occurred SYSFail occurred ACFail occurred...
  • Page 233 Status and Events TTL Trigger Status TTLTRG0 occured TTLTRG1 occured TTLTRG2 occured TTLTRG3 occured TTLTRG4 occured STATus:OPERation:TRIGger:[:EVENt]? TTLTRG5 occured STATus:OPERation:TRIGger:CONDition? STATus:OPERation:TRIGger:ENABle TTLTRG6 occured TTLTRG7 occured Summary of TRIGger Not used Figure 3–14: VXI TTL Trigger Monitor status register The Questionable Status register contains information on the quality of the signals within the mainframe.
  • Page 234 Status and Events POWer Status STATus:OPERation:POWer:[:EVENt]? STATus:OPERation:POWer:CONDition? STATus:OPERation:POWer:ENABle Summary of POWer Total of all supplies Not used Figure 3–15: Power status register The Current Status register provides status information on the individual power supply Amperages (see Figure 3–16). You can detect problems with any power supply current by monitoring the corresponding bit in the Current Status register.
  • Page 235 Status and Events VOLTage Status Registers +24 V +12 V +5 V +5 V Standby +5 V External STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage[:EVENt]? STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:CONDition? –2V STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle –5.2 V –12 V Summary of VOLTage –24 V Not used Figure 3–17: Voltage status register The Temperature Status register provides status information on the delta temperature for each slot in the mainframe (see Figure 3–18).
  • Page 236 Status and Events BLOWer Status Registers BLOWer 1 BLOWer 2 STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer[:EVENt]? STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:CONDition? STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle Summary of BLOWer Not used Figure 3–19: Blower status register RS-232 and VXI Interface Status and Events The RS-232 and VXI interfaces have separate status and event systems. There are two sets of status and event registers and two separate Error/Event queues for the two interfaces.
  • Page 237 Status and Events H STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle H STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:PTR H STATus:QUEue:ENABle H *ESE H *SRE Error Messages Table 3–20 on page 3–181 lists some of the error messages that you may encounter while sending commands and queries to the IntelliFrame Mainframe. The IntelliFrame Mainframe reports the following categories of errors: H Command Errors H Execution Errors H Device Specific Errors...

  • Page 238: Table 3-20: Intelliframe Mainframe Error And Event Codes

    Status and Events Table 3–20: IntelliFrame Mainframe error and event codes Code Message No error. The error queue is empty. Every error or event has been read or was purposely cleared. –100 Command error. –101 Invalid character. –102 Syntax error. –103 Invalid separator.
  • Page 239 Status and Events Table 3–20: IntelliFrame Mainframe error and event codes (Cont.) Code Message –420 Query UNTERMINATED. –430 Query DEADLOCKED. –440 Query UNTERMINATED after indefinite response. System Message 3–182 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 240 Examples This section describes a few brief examples using some of the commands described in this manual. These examples are intended to show how the commands from the Command section work together to complete a task. Example 1: Monitor Power Supply Voltages This example shows how to monitor the mainframe power supply voltages 1.
  • Page 241 Examples 3. Send the STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle command to enable bit 4 in the Questionable Enable register. If any problems occur with any of the slots, the corresponding bit will be set. STAT:QUES:ENAB 16 Example 3: Summarize Status Information The following example shows how to return a summary of the status information using the STAT:SEVent command.
  • Page 242 Specifications Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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  • Page 244: Table 4-1: Ac Power Source

    Specifications This chapter contains the complete specifications for the IntelliFrame Main- frame. Within each section, the specifications are arranged in functional groups such as: AC Power Source, Secondary Power, Cooling, Certifications and compliances, Environmental, Backplane, Display System and Mechanical. All specifications are warranted unless unless labeled typical. Typical specifica- tions are provided for your convenience but are not guaranteed.

  • Page 245: Table 4-2: Secondary Power

    Specifications Table 4–2: Secondary Power Characteristic Description Maximum Power Available to >110v slots 0–12 Low Line Derating for V <110v Ambient Temperature ( C) Total available Maximum main- Minimum Avail- VX1410A DC Current Capacity (I from power frame usage usag able for slots sl s Voltage...
  • Page 246 Specifications Table 4–2: Secondary Power (Cont.) Characteristic Description Maximum Current Capacity (I Voltage (dynamic current) +24 V +12 V +5 V 14.5 A –2 V –7 A –5.2 V –12 A –12 V –3 A –24 V –9 A +5 V STDBY 0 A (user supplied) n DC Voltage Regulation Tolerance, nV...
  • Page 247 Specifications Table 4–2: Secondary Power (Cont.) Characteristic Description Maximum DC Induced Ripple/Noise Voltage Ripple/Noise +24 V 150 mV +12 V 50 mV 50 mV –2 V 50 mV –5.2 V 50 mV –12 V 50 mV –24 V 150 mV Protection Over voltage protection Under voltage protection...

  • Page 248: Table 4-3: Cooling

    Specifications Table 4–3: Cooling Characteristic Description Cooling System VX1410A: Forced air circulation (positive pressurization) with one removable filter. Two internal DC fans provide cooling for the power supply and the 13 VXIbus module slots. VX1420A: Forced air circulation (positive pressurization) with two removable filters.
  • Page 249 Specifications Table 4–3: Cooling (Cont.) Characteristic Description –10 C to +90 C, ∆Temperature rise 50 C Temperature Sense Range, typical Fan Speed Range VX1410A:1200 to 3350 RPM VX1420A: 650 to 2250 RPM ∆ Pressure across module (mm H VX1420A VX1410A 0.00 Airflow through module (l/s) Note 1.

  • Page 250: Table 4-4: Certifications And Compliances

    Specifications Table 4–4: Certifications and compliances Characteristic Description EC Declaration of Conformity Meets intent of Directive 89/336/EEC for Electromagnetic Compatibility and Low Voltage Directive 73/23/ECC for Product Safety. Compliance was demonstrated to the following specifications as listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC: EN 55011...
  • Page 251 Specifications Table 4–4: Certifications and compliances (Cont.) Characteristic Description Immunity, AC Power Line No loss of stored data, change to control settings, degradation Transients of performance, or temporary loss of function will occur when the mainframe is subjected to the transients as described below (IEC 801-5).

  • Page 252: Table 4-5: Environmental

    Characteristic Description Classification The IntelliFrame Mainframe is suitable for operation in the Tektronix and MIL-T-28800E (Type III, Class 5, Style E or F) environments as specified in this table. Atmospherics Temperature Meets the limits stated in MIL-T-28800E for Type III, Class 5...

  • Page 253: Table 4-6: Backplane

    Specifications Table 4–6: Backplane Characteristic Description Bus Grant/ Interrupt Acknowledge Solid state, auto-configuring (jumperless) VXIbus CLK10 Distribution The ECL clock, CLK10, is distributed from Slot 0 to Slots 1 through12 in full differential form. Table 4–7: Display System VX1410A Option 1M or VX1420A Characteristic Description Display Type...
  • Page 254 38 lbs (17.3 kg) maximum Module Size 13 C-size VXI slots. The mainframe also accepts A-size or B-size modules using the 73A-851 module. Finish Tektronix silver grey and Tektronix TV grey paint on an aluminum chassis 16.7 in 24.00 in (42.55 cm) (60.96 cm)
  • Page 255 Specifications 16.7 in 26.5 in (42.55 cm) (69.99 cm) 13.65 in (35.00 cm) 13.25 in (33.6 cm) Figure 4–3: Front view and side view of VX1420A Super Cooler 26.4 in 67.06 cm Min 18.9 in (48.0 cm) ( 31.4 in 79.76 cm Max) 15.00 in (38.0 cm) 15.75 in...

  • Page 256: Table 4-9: Vxi And Plug & Play

    Specifications 26.4 in (67.06 cm) Min 18.9 in 31.4 in (79.76 cm) Max (48.01 cm) 16.75 in (42.5 cm) 17.50 in (44.5 cm) 19.25 in (48.9 cm) Figure 4–5: Front view and side view of IntelliFrame Mainframe with Option 2U and Rackmount Option Table 4–9: VXI and Plug &...
  • Page 257 Specifications 4–14 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 258 WARNING The following servicing instructions are for use only by qualified personnel. To avoid injury, do not perform any servicing other than that stated in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer to all Safety Summaries before performing any service.
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  • Page 262 You will need the following equipment to complete the performance verification checks in this chapter: H Digital Voltmeter (Tektronix DM250 series digital voltmeter) H Oscilloscope, 20 MHz BW, with 1X Probe with < one-inch ground lead, (Tektronix TDS500A series oscilloscope with a P6101B probe)
  • Page 263 Performance Verification DC Load Ripple and Noise Use an oscilloscope to check the DC Load Ripple and Noise on the pins of the 25-pin connector and compare the results against the limits listed in Table 5–1. 1. Set up the oscilloscope as follows: Bandwidth Limit 20 MHz Input Coupling...
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  • Page 266: Intelliframe Mainframe

    Theory of Operation Theory of Operation This Chapter provides a brief overview of the theory of operation for the VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe. Figure 6–1 shows the functional block diagram of the mainframe and the major components. IntelliFrame Mainframe The standard mainframe contains the following major components: H Power supply H Backplane...
  • Page 267 Theory of Operation External Monitor Power Logical Addr RS232 Fan 1 Blower VX1420A Passive Monitor Fan Speed Switch Fan 2 Fan 1 AC in VX1410A VX1410A S 1/2 J10 S3 J7 J8 Power Supply Enhanced Monitor A7 0J4 0P3 0J1 0J2 Backplane 10P1 11P1...
  • Page 268 Theory of Operation Temperature Sense Board. The Temperature Sense board (A2) monitors the exhaust air temperatures for each slot within the mainframe. The Temperature Sense Board connects to the backplane through the ribbon cable at J16. Enhanced Monitor Board. Your IntelliFrame Mainframe comes standard with the Enhanced Monitor board.
  • Page 269 Theory of Operation 6–4 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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  • Page 272 Adjustment Procedures This chapter describes adjustment procedures for the IntelliFrame Mainframe. There are no hardware adjustments required for the IntelliFrame Mainframe. The information in this chapter describes the command set for service related tasks. Perform the calibration procedures when major modules have been replaced in the mainframe, such as the Enhanced Monitor, Backplane or Sense circuit boards.
  • Page 273 Adjustment Procedures 9. Refer to Table 7–1 and set up the PC RS-232 port configurations. The RS-232 settings must match those of the mainframe. Table 7–1: PC RS-232 settings for the calibration Procedure RS-232 Parameter Setting Baud Rate 9600 Data Bits Stop Bits Parity None...
  • Page 274 Adjustment Procedures 15. VX1410A with Option 1M or a VX1420A: Use then the front panel Next and Prev buttons to scroll through the delta temperature of the slots. All delta temperatures should read 0 C 1 C. 16. Power down the mainframe. 17.
  • Page 275 Adjustment Procedures CALibration CALibration? This a service-related command. The command calibrates the exhaust tempera- ture of each slot. While the mainframe executes the command, the command sets the CALibrating bit in the Operation Status Condition register. The query performs the same function as the command but it also returns a pass or fail response.
  • Page 276 Adjustment Procedures SYSTem:PASSword:CDISable This command disables the protected command CALibration. If the user sends the CALibration command after this command, the IntelliFrame Mainframe will generate an error. SYSTem:PASSword:CDISable <Password> Syntax Parameters <Password> Query response <string> Not Applicable ”VX1410” Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events –221, “Settings Conflict.”...
  • Page 277 Adjustment Procedures SYSTem:PASSword:CENable This command enables the protected command CALibration. The user has to send this command before the CALibration command; otherwise the Intelli- Frame Mainframe will generate an error. SYSTem:PASSword[:CENable] <Password> Syntax Parameters <Password> Query response <string> Not Applicable ”VX1410A”...
  • Page 278 Adjustment Procedures SYSTem:PASSword:CENable:STATe? This query returns whether the password protected commands are enabled/dis- abled. Enabled commands return a value of 1; disabled commands return a value of 0. SYSTem:PASSword[:CENable]:STATe? Syntax Parameters <Parameter> Query response Not Applicable <NR1> Reset Value Not Applicable Errors and Events None Dependencies...
  • Page 279 Adjustment Procedures SYSTem:SERial SYSTem:SERial? This command stores the serial number of the instrument in nonvolatile RAM. The query returns the serial number previously stored. The command converts all lower case characters in the serial number to upper case. SYSTem:SERial <Serial Number> Syntax SYSTem:SERial? Parameters...
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  • Page 282 Maintenance This chapter provides procedures for inspecting and cleaning the IntelliFrame Mainframe, removing and replacing internal mainframe components, and isolating problems to module levels. Service Strategy The service procedures in this manual provide removal and replacement procedures to repair the IntelliFrame Mainframe to a module level. Instrument level repairs are accomplished by exchanging faulty modules with known-good modules or parts.
  • Page 283 Inspect the mainframe for physical damage incurred during transit. Retain the mainframe packaging in case shipment for repair is necessary. If there is damage or deficiency, contact your local Tektronix representative. Cleaning procedures consist of exterior and interior cleaning of the mainframe and cleaning the fan filter.
  • Page 284 Maintenance CAUTION. To avoid damaging the instrument, avoid getting moisture inside the mainframe during exterior cleaning; use just enough moisture to dampen the cloth or swab. Do not wash the front-panel On/Standby switch. Cover the switch while washing the mainframe. Use only deionized water when cleaning.
  • Page 285 Maintenance Removal and Replacement The following procedures describe how to remove and replace module-level components of the IntelliFrame Mainframe Refer to the exploded view illustra- tions in Replaceable Parts for an overview of the assembly and disassembly of the mainframe. WARNING.
  • Page 286 Maintenance Procedure 1: Removing To remove the mainframe cover, refer to Figure 8–2 while performing the the Mainframe Cover following steps: 1. Remove the 12 hex drive screws (6 each side) using a 3/32 Allen wrench. 2. Lift the front bottom corners up. 3.
  • Page 287 Maintenance Procedure 2: Removing To remove the VX1410A and VX1420A fan/blower assemblies, refer to Figures the Fan or Blower 8–3, 8–4, 8–5, 8–6 and 8–7 while performing the following steps: Assembly 1. Loosen the captive screw that secures the fan cable cover to the instrument. Remove the cable cover.
  • Page 288 Maintenance 8-32 Captive screw/fan housing 8-32 Captive 8-32 Captive screw/fan housing screw/Enhance monitor 8-32 Captive screw/cable cover 8-32 Captive screw/fan housing 8-32 Captive 8-32 Captive screw/fan housing screw/Enhance monitor 8-32 Captive screw/fan housing Figure 8–3: Location of fan assembly screws on the rear of the mainframe 8–7 VX1410A &...
  • Page 289 Maintenance Power supply Cable cover Fan cables Fan assembly Figure 8–4: VX1410A–Removing the fan assembly Fans Cable tie Remove screws (6) Remove screws (2) Filter cover Figure 8–5: VX1410A–Removing the fans 8–8 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 290 Maintenance Power supply Cable cover Fan cable Blower assembly Figure 8–6: VX1420A–Removing the blower assembly Chassis Blower assembly Shroud Screws (2) Blower Cable tie Screws (4) Screws (4) Screws (6) Figure 8–7: VX1420A–Removing the blower 8–9 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ...
  • Page 291 Maintenance Procedure 3: Removing To remove the enhanced monitor, perform the following procedure (refer to the Enhanced Monitor Figure 8–8): 1. Loosen the captive screw that secures the cable cover to the back panel, and then remove the cable cover. 2.
  • Page 292 Maintenance 8–32 Captive screw Remove fan cables Remove Monitor board cable cover 8–32 Captive screws Figure 8–8: Removing the Enhanced Monitor 8–11 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 293 Maintenance Procedure 4: Removing To remove the power supply from the mainframe you must first remove the fan the Power Supply assembly. Perform Procedure 2 on page 8–6, to remove the fan assembly then continue with the following steps: 1. Using the handle on the power supply, firmly pull out the power supply from the rear of the mainframe.
  • Page 294 Maintenance NOTE. The bottom card guides (IntelliGuides) are replaced as a unit. The IntelliGuides are not intended to be disassembled. To replace a card guide, slide the card guide towards the rear of the mainframe and allow the front of the card guide to snap into place. 8–13 VX1410A &...
  • Page 295 Maintenance Installing card guides Slide the card guides toward the rear of the mainframe; allow the front of the card guide to snap into place. Front Rear Removing card guides Gently pull the card guide forward until it pops out of place. Figure 8–10: Removing the top and bottom card guides 8–14 VX1410A &...
  • Page 296 Maintenance Procedure 6: Replacing The nut rails at the top and the bottom of the front of the IntelliFrame Mainframe the Top and Bottom Nut allow the user to secure installed modules into the mainframe by screwing the top and bottom of the modules to the front of the mainframe. Refer to Figure Rails 8–11 to remove these nut rails, and perform Procedure 1 on page 8–5 to remove the mainframe cover.
  • Page 297 Maintenance Procedure 7: Removing To remove the Temperature Sense board, perform Procedure 1 on page 8–5 to the Temperature Sense remove the mainframe cover, and then complete the following steps: Board 1. Disconnect the ribbon cable from the Temperature Sense board. 2.
  • Page 298 Maintenance Procedure 8: Removing To remove the front panel Display assembly (for VX1410A with Option 1M or the Front Panel Display VX1420A mainframes), perform Procedure 1 on page 8–5 and complete the following steps: Assembly 1. Remove the top cover of the mainframe (see Figure 8–11 on page 8–15, if necessary).
  • Page 299 Maintenance Procedure 9: Removing Perform the following steps to remove the EMI DIN shields: the EMI DIN Shields 1. Remove any modules surrounding the slots where you intend to remove the Backplane EMI DIN shields. Refer to Figure 8–14. 2. Remove two 4-40 Torxdrive T-10 screws that secure each EMI DIN shield to the backplane.
  • Page 300 Maintenance Procedure 10: Removing To remove the backplane, perform Procedures 1, 2, 3, and 4 on page, beginning the Backplane on page 8–5. Refer to Figure 8–15 and then complete the following steps: 1. Remove all the modules that are from installed in the mainframe. 2.
  • Page 301 Maintenance Power switch connector Connector 6-32 Screws (17) Figure 8–15: Removing the backplane 8–20 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 302 No component-level procedures are provided. Equipment List The following test equipment is recommended for troubleshooting procedures: H Digital Voltmeter (Tektronix DMM 16 digital voltmeter) H Oscilloscope, 20 MHz BW, with 10x Probe with < 1-inch ground lead, (Tektronix TDS500B series oscilloscope) Diagnostic Information The IntelliFrame Mainframe does include diagnostics.
  • Page 303 Guides (shutters). Repackaging Instructions If you need to send the IntelliFrame Mainframe to a Tektronix field service center for repair, attach a tag to the mainframe with the owner name and address, the serial number, and a brief description of the problem(s) encountered or the service required.
  • Page 304 Replaceable Parts Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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  • Page 306 670-7918-03 670-7918-XX When you order parts, Tektronix will provide you with the most current part for your product type, serial number, and modification (if applicable). At the time of your order, Tektronix will determine the part number revision level needed for your product, based on the information you provide.
  • Page 307 Module Servicing Modules can be serviced by selecting one of the following two options. Contact your local Tektronix service center or representative for repair assistance. Module Repair and Return. You may ship your module to us for repair, after which we will return it to you.
  • Page 308 Items in this section are referenced by figure and index numbers to the exploded view illustrations that follow. Tektronix Part Number Use this part number when ordering replacement parts from Tektronix. 3 and 4 Serial Number Column three indicates the serial number at which the part was first effective. Column four indicates the serial number at which the part was discontinued.
  • Page 309 C/O CASEY LAKEY 14525 SW WALKER ROAD 75915 LITTELFUSE INC 800 E NORTHWEST HWY DES PLAINES, IL 60016–3049 80009 TEKTRONIX INC 14150 SW KARL BRAUN DR BEAVERTON, OR 97077–0001 PO BOX 500 86928 SEASTROM MFG CO INC 456 SEASTROM STREET TWIN FALLS, ID 83301 9–4...
  • Page 310 Replaceable Parts 9–5 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 311 Replaceable Parts Replaceable parts list Fig. & Tektronix Serial no. Serial no. index part number effective discont’d Name & description Mfr. code Mfr. part number number 9–1 CABINET AND CHASSIS ASSEMBLY –1 212–0193–00 SCREW,EXT RLV:8–32 X 0.375 BUTTON HEAD,HEX 0KB01...
  • Page 312 Replaceable Parts Figure 9–1: Cabinet and chassis assembly 9–7 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 313 Replaceable Parts Replaceable parts list Fig. & Tektronix Serial no. Serial no. index part number effective discont’d Name & description Mfr. code Mfr. part number number 9–2 CIRCUIT BOARDS AND CHASSIS PARTS –1 260–2682–00 SWITCH,PUSH:SPST,GOLD OVER NICKEL 80009 260–2682–00 CONTACT,0.4V @ 28V,ILLUMINATED BUTTON, PANEL MNT W/CABLE –2...
  • Page 314 Replaceable Parts Figure 9–2: Circuit boards and chassis parts 9–9 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 315 Replaceable Parts Replaceable parts list Fig. & Tektronix Serial no. Serial no. index part number effective discont’d Name & description Mfr. code Mfr. part number number 9–3 POWER SUPPLY, MONITOR, AND VX1410A FAN –1 671–3982–00 CIRCUIT BD ASSY:ENHANCED MONITOR 80009 671–3982–00...
  • Page 316 Replaceable Parts Figure 9–3: Power supply, monitor, and VX1410A fan assembly 9–11 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 317 Replaceable Parts Replaceable parts list Fig. & Tektronix Serial no. Serial no. index part number effective discont’d Name & description Mfr. code Mfr. part number number 9–4 VX1420A OR VXF20A BLOWER ASSEMBLY –1 380–1112–00 HOUSING:FAN HOUSING BLOWER TK1943 380–1112–00 –2 200–4344–00...
  • Page 318 Replaceable Parts Figure 9–4: VX1420A or Option VXF20A blower assembly 9–13 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 319 Replaceable Parts Replaceable parts list Fig. & Tektronix part Serial no. Serial no. Mfr. index number effective discont’d Name & description code Mfr. part number number 9–5 1R RACKMOUNT ASSEMBLY –0 020–2221–XX COMPONENT KIT:RACKMOUNT KIT 1R, 80009 0202221XX (KIT CONTAINS ITEMS 1 THRU 8) –1...
  • Page 320 Replaceable Parts Figure 9–5: 1R Rackmount assembly 9–15 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 321 Replaceable Parts Replaceable parts list Fig. & Tektronix part Serial no. Serial no. Mfr. index number effective discont’d Name & description code Mfr. part number number 9–6 2R RACKMOUNT AND DOOR ASSEMBLY 6–0 020–2222–XX COMPONENT KIT:RACKMOUNT KIT 2R 80009 0202222XX (KIT CONTAINS THE ITEMS 1 THRU 12) –1...
  • Page 322 Replaceable Parts Figure 9–6: 2R Rackmount and door assembly 9–17 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 323 Replaceable Parts Replaceable parts list Fig. & Tektronix part Serial no. Serial no. Mfr. index number effective discont’d Name & description code Mfr. part number number 9–7 OPTION 1U CABLE TRAY –0 020–2223–XX COMPONENT KIT:CABLE TRAY 1U KIT 80009 0202223XX (KIT INCLUDES ITEMS 1 THRU 3) –1...
  • Page 324 Replaceable Parts Figure 9–7: Option 1U cable tray 9–19 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 325 Replaceable Parts Replaceable parts list Fig. & Tektronix part Serial no. Serial no. Mfr. index number effective discont’d Name & description code Mfr. part number number 9–8 OPTION 2U CABLE TRAY –0 020–2224–XX COMPONENT KIT: CAB;E TRAY 2U KIT 80009...
  • Page 326 Replaceable Parts Figure 9–8: Option 2U cable tray 9–21 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 327 Replaceable Parts Replaceable parts list Fig. & Tektronix Serial no. Serial no. index part number effective discont’d Name & description Mfr. code Mfr. part number number 9–9 DISPLAY PANEL –1 333–4234–00 PANEL,FRONTASSY:0.062 AL, 80009 333–4234–00 W/LABEL,DISPLAY,VX1410A OPT 1M –1 333–4237–00 PANEL,FRONTASSY:0.062 AL,...
  • Page 328 Replaceable Parts Figure 9–9: Display panel, VX1420A or Option 1M 9–23 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 329 Replaceable Parts 9–24 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 330 Appendices Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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  • Page 332 Appendix A: Power Budget Worksheet Use the Power Budget Worksheet to determine the operating parameters of the IntelliFrame Mainframe and any installed modules. Enter the steady-state current (I ) and the dynamic current (I ) for each module. Add the individual currents to determine the total current needed for each power rail.
  • Page 333 Power Requirements +12V –12V +24V –24V –5.2V –2V Slot Module 20A: 2A 20A: 2A Mainframe Usage 10A: 1A 10A: 1A External Usage (1 A max +5 V, +12 V) Total Current Power Supply Current Limit 14.5A Individual Current Sums Less Than Power Supply Current Limits? Power Calculation (V x total...
  • Page 334 Appendix B: Special Configuration Options This appendix contains information for configuring your IntelliFrame Mainframe for specific situations not documented earlier in this manual. These special configuration options require you to disassemble parts of the mainframe to access jumpers or circuit boards. Refer to Maintenance for detailed information on the assembly and disassembly procedures.
  • Page 335 Appendix B: Special Configuration Options 4. Disconnect the On/Standby switch cable at J22 and connect it to J23. 5. Replace the mainframe cover. 6. Connect the momentary switch to pins 5 and 18 (return side) of the 25-pin rear panel connector. Power switch connector Backplane...
  • Page 336 Appendix B: Special Configuration Options Front Panel SYSReset Cable Connector Configuration The IntelliFrame Mainframe front panel switch cable connector must be configured as shown in Figure B–2 before the SYSReset feature can be utilized. Perform the following procedures to activate the SYSReset feature: 1.
  • Page 337 Appendix B: Special Configuration Options Enhanced Monitor Board Jumpers The Enhanced Monitor board has two jumpers accessible from the rear of the mainframe. Figure B–3 shows the factory default settings of these jumpers. +5V Standby sourced from monitor backup power supply (default) +5V Standby sourced from P9, pins 8 &...
  • Page 338 Appendix C: SCPI Conformance Information All commands in the IntelliFrame Mainframe conform to SCPI Version 1995.0. Table C–1 lists all commands supported by the IntelliFrame Mainframe. The columns at right show whether a command is defined in the SCPI 1995.0 Standard or not.
  • Page 339 Appendix C: SCPI Conformance Information Table C–1: SCPI conformance information (Cont.) Not de- fined In Defined SCPI in SCPI Command 1995.0 1995.0 :CONDition? :ENABle[?] :SPEed? :CONDition? :CURRent [:EVENt]? :CMAXimum? :CONDition? :ENABle[?] :LEVel? :LIMit :MAXimum? :ENABle[?] :FILTer :TINTerval[?] :TREMaining? :TRESet :POWer [:EVENt]? :CMAXimum? :CONDition?
  • Page 340 Appendix C: SCPI Conformance Information Table C–1: SCPI conformance information (Cont.) Not de- fined In Defined SCPI in SCPI Command 1995.0 1995.0 :CONDition? :ENABle[?] :LEVel? :PTR[?] :QUEue [:NEXT]? :ALL? :CODE [:NEXT]? :ALL? :COUNt? :ENABle[?] :ALL? :SCONdition? :S2CONdition? :SEVent? :S2EVent? SYSTem :COMMunicate :SERial [:RECeive]...
  • Page 341 Appendix C: SCPI Conformance Information Table C–1: SCPI conformance information (Cont.) Not de- fined In Defined SCPI in SCPI Command 1995.0 1995.0 :COUNt? :ENABle[?] :ALL :FACTory :HELP :SYNTax? :IEMessage :MODel? :NVRecall :NVSave :OPTions? :PASSword :CDISable [:CENable] :STATe? :POWer :CYCLe? :SOURce? :SYSReset[?] [:MONitor] :IMMeditate...
  • Page 342 Appendix C: SCPI Conformance Information Table C–1: SCPI conformance information (Cont.) Not de- fined In Defined SCPI in SCPI Command 1995.0 1995.0 *ESR? *IDN? *OPC[?] *PSC[?] *RST *SRE[?] *STB? *TST? *WAI? C–5 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 343 Appendix C: SCPI Conformance Information C–6 VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 344 Glossary Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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  • Page 346 Glossary The terms in this glossary are defined as used in the VXIbus System. Although some of these terms may have different meanings in other systems, it is important to use these definitions in VXIbus applications. Terms which apply only to a particular instrument module are noted. Not all terms appear in every manual.
  • Page 347 Glossary Butch Plate A connector plate that optionally connects to the rear of the cable tray options. The plate can be modified to accept cable connectors thus reducing the number of cables under the IntelliFrame Mainframe. Client In shared memory protocol (SMP), that half of an SMP channel that does not control the shared memory buffers.
  • Page 348 Glossary C-Size Card A VXIbus instrument module that is 340.0 233.4 mm 30.48 mm (13.4 9.2 in 1.2 in). Custom Device A special-purpose VXIbus device that has configuration registers so as to be identified by the system and to allow for definition of future device types to support further levels of compatibility.
  • Page 349 Also, one device may require more than one instrument module. IntelliFrame Mainframe A family of VXI mainframes from Tektronix that automatically direct airflow to the installed modules, have an autoconfigure backplane, have adjustable rack kits and cable trays (optional), and can be upgraded.
  • Page 350 The smallest functional unit recognized by a VXIbus system. It is often used to identify a particular module. Mainframe Card Cage. For example, the Tektronix VX1410A Mainframe, an operable housing that includes 13 C-size VXIbus instrument module slots. Memory Device A storage element (such as bubble memory, RAM, and ROM) that has configuration registers and memory attributes (such as type and access time).
  • Page 351 Glossary The bottom backplane connector for a given module slot in a vertical D-size mainframe. Query A form of command that allows for inquiry to obtain status or data. READY Indicator A green LED indicator that lights when the power-on diagnostic routines have been completed successfully.
  • Page 352 Glossary Slot 0 Controller See Slot 0 Module. Also see Resource Manager. Slot 0 Module A VXIbus device that provides the minimum VXIbus slot 0 services to slots 1 through 12 (CLK10 and the module identity lines), but that may provide other services such as CLK100, SYNC100, STARBUS, and trigger control.
  • Page 353 Glossary System Hierarchy The tree structure of the commander/servant relationships of all devices in the system at a given time. In the VXIbus structure, each servant has a commander. A commander may also have a commander. Test Monitor An executive routine that is responsible for executing the self tests, storing any errors in the ID-ROM, and reporting such errors to the Resource Manager.
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  • Page 356 Index cooling, 1–2, 4–5 fault isolation, 8–21–8–22 Accessed light, 2–4 cooling curve, 4–6 accessories optional, 1–5 standard, 1–4 adjustments, 7–1–7–8 device specific error, 3–180 auxiliary power connector, 2–4 diagnostics, 8–21 disassembly procedures, 8–4–8–20 tools required, 8–4 display assembly, removing, 8–17 backplane, 1–2, 6–1, 8-19 8-21 Display board, 6–3 jumpers, 1–2...
  • Page 357 Index fault isolation procedures, 8–21–8–22 monitor backup power supply, 2–4 cooling, 8–22 monitor backup power supply connector, B–4 power supply, 8–21–8–22 monitor board filter, resetting the cleaning interval, 3–74, 8–3 enhanced, 6–3 removing, 8-10 8-11 functional check procedure, 1–25 monitor display, 2–2 fuses, line, 8–21 monitor display assembly, removing, 8–17 ground...
  • Page 358 Index RS-232 STATus:OPERation:CONDition, 3–35 baud rates, 3–112 STATus:OPERAtion:ENABle, 3–36 bits per character, 3–113 STATus:OPERAtion:VXIMonitor?, 3–37–3–38, connector, 2–3 3–42–3–43, 3–49–3–50 parity, 3–119 STATus:OPERAtion:VXIMonitor:ACFail?, 3–44 port, 3–112 STATus:OPERAtion:VXIMonitor:ACFail:TIME?, settings, factory default, 3–111 3–40, 3–52 status and events, 3–179 STATus:OPERAtion:VXIMonitor:BERR:ADDRess?, stop bits, 3–121 3–45 *RST, 3–167 STATus:OPERAtion:VXIMonitor:ENABle, 3–41,...
  • Page 359 Index STATus:QUEue:CODE:ALL?, 3–100 SYSTem:POWer:CYCLe, 3–141 STATus:QUEue:COUNt?, 3–101 SYSTem:POWer:SOURce, 3–142 STATus:QUEue:ENABle, 3–102 SYSTem:SERial, 7–8 STATus:QUEue:ENABle:ALL, 3–103 SYSTem:SYSReset, 3–143 STATus:SCONdition?, 3–104, 3–105 SYSTem:TIME:LMAintenance?, 3–145, 3–146 STATus:SEVent?, 3–106–3–107, 3–108–3–109 SYSTem:TIME:ON?, 3–147 *STB, 3–169 SYSTem:VERSion?, 3–148 stop bits, 3–121 switches fan speed, 2–2 logical address, 1–24, 2–4 temperature sense board, removing, 8–16 On/Standby, 1–12, B–1, B–3 Temperature Status register, 3–178...
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