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USER GUIDE
NI SMA-2164 Test Fixture
Differential Digital I/O Accessory
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The NI SMA-2164 test fixture is a breakout box for National Instruments
differential digital waveform generator/analyzer modules. This fixture
provides an easy way to connect to other devices for testing and debugging.
This guide explains how to set up and use the NI SMA-2164 with
NI 6561/6562 modules.
Conventions ............................................................................................ 2
What You Need to Get Started ............................................................... 2
Related Documentation........................................................................... 3
Parts Locator ........................................................................................... 4
Installing Cables...................................................................................... 5
Connecting Signals ................................................................................. 6
Using SMA Connectors ................................................................... 9
Making a Solder Connection ........................................................... 10
Terminating Signals ................................................................................ 12
Minimizing the Effects of Stubs ...................................................... 12
Differentially Terminating DIO and Control Signals ...................... 12
Using the NI SMA-2164 Prototyping Area ............................................ 13
Prototyping Circuits ......................................................................... 13
Cleaning the Accessory........................................................................... 14
Specifications .......................................................................................... 15
Where to Go for Support......................................................................... 16
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
The NI SMA-2164 test fixture is a breakout box for National Instruments differential digital waveform generator/analyzer modules. This fixture provides an easy way to connect to other devices for testing and debugging. This guide explains how to set up and use the NI SMA-2164 with NI 6561/6562 modules. Contents Conventions .................... -
Page 2: Conventions
This font is also used for the proper names of disk drives, paths, directories, programs, subprograms, subroutines, device names, functions, operations, variables, filenames, and extensions. What You Need to Get Started To set up and use the NI 2164, you need the following items: ❑ SHB12-B12X cable assembly ❑... -
Page 3: Related Documentation
❑ Resistors for termination or characterization. The NI SMA-2164 ships populated with 0 Ω resistors. ❑ The documentation included with the digital waveform generator/analyzer and driver software Related Documentation The NI digital waveform generator/analyzer ships with several documents designed to familiarize you with different aspects of the module. The documentation set includes the following pieces: •... -
Page 4: Parts Locator
1 73-Pin Digital Data & Control (DDC) Connector 5 Area Enlarged in Figure 6 2 SMA Connector 6 Solder Pads 3 Solder Pads 7 Labeling Strips 4 Resistor Network Figure 1. NI SMA-2164 Parts Locator Diagram NI SMA-2164 User Guide ni.com... -
Page 5: Installing Cables
NI SHB12-B12X cable. Caution Disconnect power from the device, accessory, and any other connected hardware before connecting the cable to prevent damage to the hardware and personal injury. NI is not liable for damage resulting from improper connections. © National Instruments Corporation... -
Page 6: Connecting Signals
Caution Before powering down the digital waveform generator/analyzer module, remove power from the prototyping area of the NI SMA-2164. NI is not liable for any damage resulting from improper signal connections. Figure 3 shows the pinout of the DDC connector of the accessory. Table 1 describes the DDC signals in the pinout. - Page 7 DIO 15 14 15 STROBE* STROBE 11 12 DDC CLK OUT LVDS* DDC CLK OUT LVDS RESERVED(NC) RESERVED(NC) DDC CLK OUT LVPECL* DDC CLK OUT LVPECL Figure 3. NI SMA-2164 DDC Connector Pinout © National Instruments Corporation NI SMA-2164 User Guide...
- Page 8 Examples of how to make these connections are provided in the following sections. Connections that exceed any of the maximum ratings for the NI SMA-2164 or the Caution NI digital waveform generator/analyzer module can damage the module and the computer.
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Page 9: Using Sma Connectors
NI is not liable for any damage resulting from such signal connections. Using SMA Connectors Each signal pair is labeled on the NI SMA-2164. These connectors are arranged so that you can make quick connections to each polarity using a standard SMA coaxial cable assembly. -
Page 10: Making A Solder Connection
0 Ω 0 Ω Figure 5. Symmetric Circuits Figure 6 is an enlarged portion of Figure 1. Figure 6 shows the routing of the signal pairs and the placement of the resistors shown in Figure 5. NI SMA-2164 User Guide ni.com... - Page 11 Resistors R3, R4, R11, R12, R101, R377, R80, R86, R84, R104, and R345 are unpopulated and are further discussed in the Cleaning the Accessory Prototyping Circuits sections. These pads are available for probing and for soldering. © National Instruments Corporation NI SMA-2164 User Guide...
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Page 12: Terminating Signals
Pads for terminating resistors are connected to all DIO and control channels on the NI SMA-2164. These pads are labeled in Figure 1 and are shown in more detail in Figure 6. -
Page 13: Using The Ni Sma-2164 Prototyping Area
Using the NI SMA-2164 Prototyping Area The NI SMA-2164 prototyping area is designed to aid you in the following tasks: • Prototyping and testing circuits—Use the NI SMA-2164 in conjunction with an NI digital waveform generator/analyzer for prototyping, evaluating, and testing custom circuits and/or components. -
Page 14: Cleaning The Accessory
STROBE. Cleaning the Accessory Disconnect all cables to the NI SMB-2164 before cleaning. To remove light dust, use a soft, nonmetallic brush. To remove other contaminants, use alcohol wipes. The unit must be completely dry and free from contaminants before returning to service. -
Page 15: Specifications
Certification column. When connected to other test objects, this product may cause radio interference. Caution In a residential environment, the user may be required to take adequate measures to reduce the radio interference. © National Instruments Corporation NI SMA-2164 User Guide... -
Page 16: Where To Go For Support
United Kingdom 44 0 1635 523545 National Instruments, NI, ni.com, and LabVIEW are trademarks of National Instruments Corporation. Refer to the Terms of Use section on ni.com/legal for more information about National Instruments trademarks. Other product and company names mentioned herein are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies.
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