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Pickering Interfaces strives to fulfil all relevant environmental laws and regulations and reduce wastes and releases to the environment. Pickering Interfaces aims to design and operate products in a way that protects the environment and the health and safety of its employees, customers and the public. Pickering Interfaces endeavours to develop and manufacture products that can be produced, distributed, used and recycled, or disposed of, in a safe and environmentally friendly manner.
If this product is heavy reference should be made to the safety instructions for provisions of lifting and moving. STATIC SENSITIVE To indicate that static sensitive devices are present and handling precautions should be followed. REED RELAY MODULE 40-110/115/120/125 SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page (IV) Page (IV)
Not to be used in safety critical circuits, refer to the Pickering Interfaces’ terms & conditions of sale. This module must not be used for the switching of Mains Circuits. For the switching of voltages up to the module’s full specification, Secondary Circuit power supplies and the Device Under Test must...
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• For suitably equipped products in the event of an emergency press the red “emergency stop” button situated on the front of the unit. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page (VIII) 2 AMP 1-POLE UHD MATRIX MODULES 40-575 / 576 / 577 / 578 / 579...
Supported by eBIRST The 40-682A can be operated as a conventional multiplexer eBIRST test tools simplify fault-finding by quickly testing with break-before-make action when a new channel is the system and graphically identifying the faulty relay.
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Com 5.2 40.2 41.1 Com 6.1 MUX6 Com 6.2 48.2 49.1 Com 7.1 MUX7 Com 7.2 56.2 57.1 Com 8.1 MUX8 Com 8.2 64.2 Functional Diagram of 40-682A Solid State Versatile Multiplexer pickeringtest.com SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 1.2...
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Start: 300kHz Stop: 1MHz Start: 300kHz Stop: 1MHz Insertion Loss Plot for 40-682A with 3 switches in path Insertion Loss Plot for 40-682A with 5 switches in path (between C1.1 and 1.1) (between 1.1 and 1.2) Start: 300kHz...
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Specifications Solid State Verstatile MUX, 40-682A Relay Type Mechanical Characteristics The 40-682A is fitted with Solid State Switches. Single slot 3U PXI (CompactPCI card). 3D models for all versions in a variety of popular file Switching Specification formats are available on request.
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During configuration setting, all relay control information is logged in a text file which can be re-used in a programming environment. Soft Front Panel for the 40-612A, 40-681A, 40-682A and 40-683A Very High Density Versatile Multiplexers pickeringtest.com SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A...
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We provide a full range of supporting cable and connector solutions for all our switching products—20 connector families with 1200+ products. We offer everything from simple mating connectors to complex cables assemblies and terminal blocks. All assemblies are manufactured by Pickering and are guaranteed to mechanically and electrically mate to our modules. Connectors & Backshells...
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Solid State Verstatile MUX, 40-682A Programming Pickering provide kernel, IVI and VISA (NI & Keysight) drivers which are compatible with all Microsoft supported versions of Windows and popular older versions. For a list of all supporting operating systems, please see: pickeringtest.com/os...
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SECTION 2 - TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 40-682A Functional Description The 40-682A can be configured by the user to provide many different multiplexer configurations. This functional description provides an overview of these possibilities based on the functional diagram in Figure 2.1. MUX1...
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To 1 Pole Selection Switches Figure 2.2 - 40-682A Module: Output MUX 1 Pole Selection Switches Each of these switches allows the MUX to be set to be one pole or two pole, or allows the corresponding MUX output to be disconnected: 2 pole setting Series relays are closed and shunt switch is open.
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Pole2 Switches Switches Figure 2.4 - 40-682A Module: Selecting Pole 1 or Pole 2 to Create a 1-Pole MUX Isolation Setting The output MUX can be disconnected by opening the series relays Note: Disconnection can also be set by using the Isolation Switches, however if the module is being set as a wide MUX then it may on some occasions be desirable to use this control to lower the capacitive loading on the MUX by disconnecting unwanted sections>...
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Com 2 To 1 Pole Com 3 Selection Isolation Switches Switches Com 4 Com 5 Com 6 Com 7 Com 8 Figure 2.5 - 40-682A Module: Inter-Bank Connections - First Tier Switches SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 2.4...
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To 1 Pole Com 3 Selection Isolation Switches Switches Com 4 Com 5 Com 6 Com 7 Com 8 Figure 2.6 - 40-682A Module: Inter-Bank Connections - First and Second Tier Switches SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 2.5...
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Com 7.2 Com 8.1 Com 8.2 Figure 2.8 - 40-682A Module: Isolation Switches Very Wide MUXs It should be noted that the COM ports can be used as MUX outputs in some circumstances. Example: If COM 1 is used as the input and all output MUXs connected to it then COM2 to COM 8 can be used as additional MUX outputs by closing the interbank and isolation switches.
Modular products require installation in a suitable PXI/LXI chassis. The module is designed for indoor use only. PREOPERATION CHECKS (UNPACKING) 1. Check the module for transport damage and report any damage immediately to Pickering Interfaces. Do not attempt to install the product if any damage is evident.
For a system comprising more than one chassis, turn ON the last chassis in the system followed by the penultimate, etc, and finally turn ON the external controller or chassis containing the system controller. 9. For Pickering Interfaces modular LXI installation there is no requirement to use any particular power up sequence.
Figure 3.2 - General Soft Front Panel Icon A selector panel will appear, listing all installed Pickering PCI, PXI or LXI switch cards and resistor cards. Click on the card you wish to control, and a graphical control panel is presented allowing operation of the card.
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SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING PROGRAMMING OPTIONS FOR PICKERING INTERFACES PXI MODULES For information on the installation and use of drivers and the programming of Pickering’s products in various software environments, please refer to the Software User Manual. This is available as a download from: https://www.pickeringtest.com/support/software-drivers-and-downloads...
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MUXes of larger size, for example16x1, 24,1, 32x1 etc. It is also possible to use the 2-wires as individual inputs, changing a 2-wire 8x1 section into a 1-wire 16x1. In terms of sub-units, discussed briefly in the preceding section, the 40-682A contains 13 sub-units as follows: Sub-Unit...
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// Select input 1 of first 16x1 MUX (1st bit on first 8x1 bank) PIL_OpBit(card, 1, 1, 1); // Select input 9 of first 16x1 MUX (1st bit on 2nd 8x1 bank) PIL_OpBit(card, 2, 1, 1); PIL_CloseSpecifiedCard(card); SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.3...
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// Select input 1 of first 16x1 MUX (1st bit on first 8x1 bank) pipx40_setChannelState(vi, 1, 1, 1); // Select input 9 of first 16x1 MUX (1st bit on 2nd 8x1 bank) pipx40_setChannelState(vi, 2, 1, 1); pipx40_close(vi); SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.4...
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The following configurations are provided in the pi40iv.ini driver configuration file in your installation. Use one of these strings in the InitWithOptions function. The format of the string is 40-682A-002-(pole)w(bank)/(channel)x1 as shown below:...
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PRL101 PRL102 MUX8 Com 8.2 64.2 PRL57 TO PRL64 PRL104B Figure 4.1 - Relay Switching Schematic, programming sub-unit numbers are in blue, bit numbers within a sub-unit are in circled in red. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.6...
Bank 4, Channel 6 MUX(8)* Channel Bank 4, Channel 7 MUX(8)* Channel Bank 4, Channel 8 * For modules with multi-channel selection capability (“-M” ordering option) the sub-unit type will be “MUXM(8)” SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.7...
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Bank 8, Channel 6 MUX(8)* Channel Bank 8, Channel 7 MUX(8)* Channel Bank 8, Channel 8 * For modules with multi-channel selection capability (“-M” ordering option) the sub-unit type will be “MUXM(8)” SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.8...
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Bank 5, interbank linking SWITCH(8) Interbank Linking Bank 5, interbank linking SWITCH(8) Interbank Linking Bank 7, interbank linking Note: Bank references listed above relate to an 8-bank configuration, for variants, the bank identifiers will change. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.9...
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4 \ 8 8 \ 8 Note: The two individal channels from a single relay in 1-pole mode are selected by using the 1/2-pole & pole shorting relays detailed in Table 4.3. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.10...
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4 \ 8 8 \ 8 Note: The two individal channels from a single relay in 1-pole mode are selected by using the 1/2-pole & pole shorting relays detailed in Table 4.3. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.11...
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4 \ 8 8 \ 8 Note: The two individal channels from a single relay in 1-pole mode are selected by using the 1/2-pole & pole shorting relays detailed in Table 4.3. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.12...
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4 \ 8 8 \ 8 Note: The two individal channels from a single relay in 1-pole mode are selected by using the 1/2-pole & pole shorting relays detailed in Table 4.3. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.13...
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4 \ 8 8 \ 8 Note: The two individal channels from a single relay in 1-pole mode are selected by using the 1/2-pole & pole shorting relays detailed in Table 4.3. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.14...
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4 \ 8 8 \ 8 Note: The two individal channels from a single relay in 1-pole mode are selected by using the 1/2-pole & pole shorting relays detailed in Table 4.3. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.15...
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4 \ 8 127 128 8 \ 8 Note: The two individal channels from a single relay in 1-pole mode are selected by using the 1/2-pole & pole shorting relays detailed in Table 4.3. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.16...
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4 \ 8 8 \ 8 Note: The two individal channels from a single relay in 1-pole mode are selected by using the 1/2-pole & pole shorting relays detailed in Table 4.3. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.17...
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Note 1: Do NOT energise the 1-pole & 2-pole selection relays at the same time as applied channel signals will be shorted together. Note 2: The above 1-pole configurations assume that the .1 common pin(s) are being used on the front panel connector. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.18...
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1-Pole selection 10 \ 8 2-Pole selection 11 \ 8 Isolation 9 \ 8 Note: The above 1-pole configurations assume that the .1 common pin(s) are being used on the front panel connector. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.19...
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Note 1: Do NOT energise the 1-pole & 2-pole selection relays at the same time as applied channel signals will be shorted together. Note 2: The above 1-pole configurations assume that the .1 common pin(s) are being used on the front panel connector. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.20...
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2-Pole selection 11 \ 8 Interbank Linking 13 \ 8 Isolation 9 \ 7 Note: The above 1-pole configurations assume that the .1 common pin(s) are being used on the front panel connector. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.21...
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Note 1: Do NOT energise the 1-pole & 2-pole selection relays at the same time as applied channel signals will be shorted together. Note 2: The above 1-pole configurations assume that the .1 common pin(s) are being used on the front panel connector. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.22...
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Interbank Linking 13 \ 7 Interbank Linking 13 \ 8 Isolation 9 \ 5 Note: The above 1-pole configurations assume that the .1 common pin(s) are being used on the front panel connector. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.23...
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Note 1: Do NOT energise the 1-pole & 2-pole selection relays at the same time as applied channel signals will be shorted together. Note 2: The above 1-pole configurations assume that the .1 common pin(s) are being used on the front panel connector. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.24...
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Interbank Linking 13 \ 7 Interbank Linking 13 \ 8 Isolation 9 \ 1 Note: The above 1-pole configurations assume that the .1 common pin(s) are being used on the front panel connector. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 4.25...
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40-682A Pin Designations - IVI Modes The 40-682A has a number of modes of operation when controlled through IVI where the MUX can be set to a specified configuration. The tables on the following pages apply to each of the IVI mode settings. For more information on the IVI modes see the IVI section in the programming chapter of this manual.
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BANK 7 BANK 8 chH4 chH8 chH12 chH16 Figure 5.2 - Multiplexer Module 40-682A: IVI mode corresponding to 8-Bank, 16-Channel, 1-Pole pin designations. The pin designations shown correspond to the IVI port. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 5.2...
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(2) chH4 (2) chH6 (2) chH8 (2) Figure 5.3 - Multiplexer Module 40-682A: IVI mode corresponding to 8-Bank, 8-Channel, 2-Pole pin designations. The pin designations shown correspond to the IVI port. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 5.3...
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BANK 4 Figure 5.4 - Multiplexer Module 40-682A: IVI mode corresponding to 4-Bank, 32-Channel, 1-Pole pin designations. The pin designations shown correspond to the IVI port. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 5.4...
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(2) chD14 (2) chD16 (2) chD16(2) BANK 4 Figure 5.5 - Multiplexer Module 40-682A: IVI mode corresponding to 4-Bank, 16-Channel, 2-Pole pin designations. The pin designations shown correspond to the IVI port. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 5.5...
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Figure 5.6 - Multiplexer Module 40-682A: IVI mode corresponding to 2-Bank, 64-Channel, 1-Pole pin designations. The pin designations shown correspond to the IVI port. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 5.6...
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(2) chB28 (2) chB30 (2) chB32 (2) Figure 5.7 - Multiplexer Module 40-682A: IVI mode corresponding to 2-Bank, 32-Channel, 2-Pole pin designations. The pin designations shown correspond to the IVI port. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 5.7...
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Figure 5.8 - Multiplexer Module 40-682A: IVI mode corresponding to 1-Bank, 128-Channel, 1-Pole pin designations. The pin designations shown correspond to the IVI port. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 5.8...
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(2) chA60 (2) chA62 (2) chA64 (2) Figure 5.9 - Multiplexer Module 40-682A: IVI mode corresponding to 1-Bank, 64-Channel, 2-Pole pin designations. The pin designations shown correspond to the IVI port. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 5.9...
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PCI configuration, highlighting any potential configuration problems. Specific details of all installed Pickering switch cards are included. All the installed Pickering switch cards should be listed in the “Pilpxi information” section - if one or more cards is missing it may be possible to determine the reason by referring to the PCI configuration dump contained in the report, but interpretation of this information is far from straightforward, and the best course is to contact Pickering support: support@pickeringtest.com, if possible...
For PXI modules which are supported in one of Pickering Interfaces’ Modular LXI Chassis (such as the 60-102B and 60-103B) no module software update is required. If the module was introduced after the LXI chassis was manufactured the module may not be recognized, in this case the chassis firmware may need upgrading.
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1-pole mode depending on where the signal originates. The common (c) relay is used to route the .2 MUX signals to the .1 common output pin on the module connector and can remain de-energised when signals from the .1 sections are used in 1-pole mode. SOLID STATE VERSATILE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-682A Page 7.3...
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