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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 VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A 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. VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page (VIII) 2 AMP 1-POLE UHD MATRIX MODULES 40-575 / 576 / 577 / 578 / 579...
The new The 40-615A is part of a family of high density PXI multiplexer connector series is 100% compatible with the Molex modules all sharing similar architecture and the same 200-pin...
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• 2 Banks of 80 Channels • 1 Bank of 160 Channels • Custom Configurations Note: Multi-channel selection not available in this mode PCB Layout for the 40-615A Very High Density Multiplexer Module pickeringtest.com VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 1.2...
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Very High Density MUX, 40-615A Relay Type Mechanical Characteristics The 40-615A is fitted with ruthenium sputtered reed relays, Single slot 3U PXI (CompactPCI card). these offer very long life with good low level switching Module weight: 240 g (40-615A-001).
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Note: The above modules are available in multiple channel selection mode by adding the “-M” suffix to the Mating Connectors & Cabling part number. For connection accessories for the 40-615A series please For example, the 20-bank, 4-channel 2-pole MUX with refer to the 90-002D...
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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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Very High Density MUX, 40-615A 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...
40-615A-003 40-615A-014 40-615A-004 40-615A-005 40-615A-015 40-615A-006 40-615A-007 40-615A-016 40-615A-008 40-615A-009 40-615A-017 40-615A-010 40-615A-011 40-615A-018 40-615A-012 ISOLATION SWITCHES COMMON COMMON COMMON Figure 2.1 - Very High Density Multiplexer Module 40-615A: Functional Block Diagram VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 2.1...
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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 GUIDE 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...
MODULE ARCHITECTURE: HIGH DENSITY 1 POLE MUX The 40-615A High Density 1 Pole Multiplexer is an array of 80 DPST relays and 40 SPST Isolation switches. In the default state all relays are open circuit. Energising a particular relay creates a signal path between the common terminal and the corresponding channel terminal(s).
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SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE pickering TABLE 4.1 - Multiplexer Module 40-615A-001: Sub-Units 20 Bank, 8 Channel, 1 Pole Active 1-Pole Relay (Isolation) Active 2-Pole Relay (Multiplexer) Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays 100 101...
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SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE pickering TABLE 4.2 - Multiplexer Module 40-615A-003: Sub-Units 10 Bank, 16 Channel, 1 Pole Active 1-Pole Relay (Isolation) Active 2-Pole Relay (Multiplexer) Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays 100 101...
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SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE pickering TABLE 4.3 - Multiplexer Module 40-615A-005: Sub-Units 5 Bank, 32 Channel, 1 Pole Active 1-Pole Relay (Isolation) Active 2-Pole Relay (Multiplexer) Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays 100 101...
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SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE pickering TABLE 4.4 - Multiplexer Module 40-615A-007: Sub-Units 4 Bank, 40 Channel, 1 Pole Active 1-Pole Relay (Isolation) Active 2-Pole Relay (Multiplexer) Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays 100 101...
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SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE pickering TABLE 4.5 - Multiplexer Module 40-615A-009: Sub-Units 2 Bank, 80 Channel, 1 Pole Active 1-Pole Relay (Isolation) Active 2-Pole Relay (Multiplexer) Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays 100 101...
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SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE pickering TABLE 4.6 - Multiplexer Module 40-615A-011: Sub-Units 1 Bank, 160 Channel, 1 Pole Active 1-Pole Relay (Isolation) Active 2-Pole Relay (Multiplexer) Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays Bank Chan Relays 100 101...
MODULE ARCHITECTURE: HIGH DENSITY 2 POLE MUX The 40-615A High Density 2 Pole Multiplexer is an array of 80 DPST relays. In the default state all relays are open circuit. Energising a particular relay creates a signal path between the relays common terminals and the corresponding channel terminals.
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SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE pickering TABLE 4.7 - Multiplexer Module 40-615A-002: Sub-Units 20 Bank, 4 Channel, 2 Pole Active 2-Pole Relay Bank Chan Bank Chan Bank Chan Bank Chan VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 4.10...
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SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE pickering TABLE 4.8 - Multiplexer Module 40-615A-004: Sub-Units 10 Bank, 8 Channel, 2 Pole Active 2-Pole Relay Bank Chan Bank Chan Bank Chan Bank Chan VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 4.11...
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SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE pickering TABLE 4.9 - Multiplexer Module 40-615A-006: Sub-Units 5 Bank, 16 Channel, 2 Pole Active 2-Pole Relay Bank Chan Bank Chan Bank Chan Bank Chan 13.1 13.2 10.1 14.1 10.2 14.2 11.1 15.1 11.2 15.2 12.1...
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SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE pickering TABLE 4.10 - Multiplexer Module 40-615A-008: Sub-Units 4 Bank, 20 Channel, 2 Pole Active 2-Pole Relay Bank Chan Bank Chan Bank Chan Bank Chan 10.1 10.1 10.1 10.1 10.2 10.2 10.2 10.2 11.1 11.1 11.1...
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SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE pickering TABLE 4.11 - Multiplexer Module 40-615A-010: Sub-Units 2 Bank, 40 Channel, 2 Pole Active 2-Pole Relay Bank Chan Bank Chan Bank Chan Bank Chan 21.1 21.1 21.2 21.2 22.1 22.1 22.2 22.2 23.1 23.1 23.2...
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SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE pickering TABLE 4.12 - Multiplexer Module 40-615A-012: Sub-Units 1 Bank, 80 Channel, 2 Pole Active 2-Pole Relay Bank Chan Bank Chan Bank Chan Bank Chan 21.1 41.1 61.1 21.2 41.2 61.2 22.1 42.1 62.1 22.2 42.2...
MODULE ARCHITECTURE: LOW DENSITY 1 POLE MUX The 40-615A Low Density Single Pole Multiplexer is an array of 80 DPST relays. In the default state all relays are open circuit. Energising a particular relay creates a signal path between the relays common terminal and the corresponding channel terminal.
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(40-615A-013, 40-615A-014) 20 Bank, 4 Channel, 1 Pole 10 Bank, 8 Channel, 1 Pole Active 1-Pole Relay Active 1-Pole Relay Bank Chan Relay Bank Chan Relay Bank Chan Relay Bank Chan Relay VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 4.17...
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(40-615A-015, 40-615A-016) 5 Bank, 16 Channel, 1 Pole 4 Bank, 20 Channel, 1 Pole Active 1-Pole Relay Active 1-Pole Relay Bank Chan Relay Bank Chan Relay Bank Chan Relay Bank Chan Relay VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 4.18...
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(40-615A-017, 40-615A-018) 2 Bank, 40 Channel, 1 Pole 1 Bank, 80 Channel, 1 Pole Active 1-Pole Relay Active 1-Pole Relay Bank Chan Relay Bank Chan Relay Bank Chan Relay Bank Chan Relay VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 4.19...
PROGRAMMING THE MODULE Here are some simple examples of using the drivers with the 40-615A-001 Multiplexer module. Other modules in the range operate in the same way but have different numbers of sub-units and different bit allocations within each sub-unit as outlined in the previous tables.
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Figure 5.1 - Module Pin Outs: Figure 5.2 - Module Pin Outs: 40-615A-001 40-615A-002 (200-pin Female LFH Connector (200-pin Female LFH Connector Viewed From Front of Module) Viewed From Front of Module) VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 5.1...
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Figure 5.3 - Module Pin Outs: Figure 5.4 - Module Pin Outs: 40-615A-003 40-615A-004 (200-pin Female LFH Connector (200-pin Female LFH Connector Viewed From Front of Module) Viewed From Front of Module) VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 5.2...
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Figure 5.5 - Module Pin Outs: Figure 5.6 - Module Pin Outs: 40-615A-005 40-615A-006 (200-pin Female LFH Connector (200-pin Female LFH Connector Viewed From Front of Module) Viewed From Front of Module) VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 5.3...
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Figure 5.7 - Module Pin Outs: Figure 5.8 - Module Pin Outs: 40-615A-007 40-615A-008 (200-pin Female LFH Connector (200-pin Female LFH Connector Viewed From Front of Module) Viewed From Front of Module) VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 5.4...
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Figure 5.9 - Module Pin Outs: Figure 5.10 - Module Pin Outs: 40-615A-009 40-615A-010 (200-pin Female LFH Connector (200-pin Female LFH Connector Viewed From Front of Module) Viewed From Front of Module) VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 5.5...
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Figure 5.11 - Module Pin Outs: Figure 5.12 - Module Pin Outs: 40-615A-011 40-615A-012 (200-pin Female LFH Connector (200-pin Female LFH Connector Viewed From Front of Module) Viewed From Front of Module) VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 5.6...
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Figure 5.13 - Module Pin Outs: Figure 5.14 - Module Pin Outs: 40-615A-013 40-615A-014 (200-pin Female LFH Connector (200-pin Female LFH Connector Viewed From Front of Module) Viewed From Front of Module) VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 5.7...
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Figure 5.15 - Module Pin Outs: Figure 5.16 - Module Pin Outs: 40-615A-015 40-615A-016 (200-pin Female LFH Connector (200-pin Female LFH Connector Viewed From Front of Module) Viewed From Front of Module) VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A Page 5.8...
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Figure 5.17 - Module Pin Outs: Figure 5.18 - Module Pin Outs: 40-615A-017 40-615A-018 (200-pin Female LFH Connector (200-pin Female LFH Connector Viewed From Front of Module) Viewed From Front of Module) VERY HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-615A 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...
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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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