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PXI 2 Amp BRIC™ Multi-Slot Matrix Module
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Issue 4.6 February 2020

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  • Page 1 40-566A User Manual PXI 2 Amp BRIC™ Multi-Slot Matrix Module pickeringtest.com Issue 4.6 February 2020...
  • Page 2 © COPYRIGHT (2020) PICKERING INTERFACES. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, translated or stored in any form, or by any means without the written permission of Pickering Interfaces. Technical details contained within this publication are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 3 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.

  • Page 4: Product Safety

    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 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page (IV) Page (IV)

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Section 6 Trouble Shooting .................6.1 Section 7 Maintenance Information ............7.1 Switching System Test Tools ..........7.1 Fuse Replacement ..............7.1 Relay Look-Up Tables ............7.3 PCB Layout Diagrams ............7.11 Refitting the Sub-Matrix Cards ..........7.13 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page (V)
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  • Page 7: Warnings And Cautions

    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...
  • Page 8 • For suitably equipped products in the event of an emergency press the red “emergency stop” button situated on the front of the unit. 2 AMP 1-POLE UHD MATRIX MODULES 40-575 / 576 / 577 / 578 / 579 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page (VIII) Page (VIII)

  • Page 9: Technical Specification

    3U PXI chassis. BRIC Modules allow the use of performance. a much lower cost 8 slot PXI chassis. • 40-566A BRIC4 is a 4-slot PXI Module which can hold up to 3 matrix daughtercards with 660 crosspoints Built-In Relay Self-Test - BIRST (maximum matrix size of 165x4, 2-pole).
  • Page 10 • Custom versions built to order. • Built-In Relay Self Test (BIRST & eBIRST) Example Configurations of the 40-566A 2 Amp BRIC Matrix (All connections via X-axis for maximum efficiency) Schematic diagram showing a 385x4 BRIC Matrix being used to parallel test multiple DUTs.
  • Page 11 2 Amp BRIC Multi-Slot Matrix – 40-566A Flexible Matrix Architecture Isolation Switching within the 40-566A enables the configuration of multiple independent matrices (up to 7 per BRIC8). These switches allow the removal of redundant rows/columns within a system, maintaining signal integrity through maximized bandwidth as well as keeping interconnection capacitance, leakage and crosstalk to a minimum.
  • Page 12 Discovering the source of the problem takes time and effort users may not have when working to tight schedules. To ensure low cost of ownership, Pickering Interfaces has now incorporated a test tool, BIRST, into the BRIC. BIRST The BIRST is a sophisticated diagnostic tool, which allows a complete relay self test of a BRIC module.
  • Page 13 Pickering has greatly improved the test methodology to the extent it is now possible to include full self test in PXI switch modules with minimal impact on cost and switching density, welcome news for users who are used to having such features in their solutions. BIRST will identify any relay failures in the switch module and is also capable of detecting relays with deteriorating contacts which may indicate they are in the process of failing, as shown below.
  • Page 14 The module is compliant with the PXI Specification 2.2. Local Bus, Maximum Crosspoint Count Trigger Bus and Star Trigger are not implemented. The 40-566A has a suggested maximum number of simultaneously Uses a 33MHz 32-bit backplane interface. operated crosspoints: Safety & CE Compliance •...
  • Page 15 93-005-414 Product Customization Spare Relay Kits Pickering PXI modules are designed and manufactured on our own Kits of replacement relays are available for the majority of flexible manufacturing lines, giving complete product control and Pickering’s PXI switching products, simplifying servicing and enabling simple customization to meet very specific requirements.
  • Page 16 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...
  • Page 17 2 Amp BRIC Multi-Slot Matrix – 40-566A 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...
  • Page 18 SECTION 1 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION pickering THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page 1.10...

  • Page 19: Technical Description

    SECTION 2 - TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION MECHANICAL DESCRIPTION The 40-566A BRIC Module comprises an alloy chassis, either 4 slot (3 Matrix Daughter Cards) or 8 slot (7 Matrix Daughter Cards) width, with an integral backplane and a number of High Density Matrix Daughter Cards. The chassis is provided with cooling slots, top and bottom.
  • Page 20 8 connectors J2 to J9 and an additional IC, U11. Y BUS 7 Matrix Daughtercard assemblies are fitted to the 8-Slot Backplane. Figure 2.2 - 40-566A BRIC Module: Functional Block Diagram (4-Slot BRIC) 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page 2.2...
  • Page 21 DAUGHTER CARD 6 Switches Front Panel 160-pin DIN 41612 Connector X331 X385 Isolation Isolation DAUGHTER CARD 7 Switches Switches Figure 2.3 - Switching Architecture of the 385x4 BRIC 2Amp Matrix - 40-566A 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page 2.3...
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  • Page 23: Installation

    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.

  • Page 24: Hardware Installation

    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.

  • Page 25: Testing Operation

    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.
  • Page 26 SECTION 3 - INSTALLATION pickering THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page 3.4...

  • Page 27: Programming Guide

    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...

  • Page 28: Module Architecture

    The 40-566A is a matrix composed of several smaller matrices interconnected via a backplane. Each connection to the backplane has an isolation switch in order to maximize performance. The 40-566A is unusual in that additional matrix connections to each sub-matrix are made available on the front panel of each sub-matrix unit.
  • Page 29 SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE pickering TABLE 4.1 - 40-566A Matrix Module - Sub-unit Allocations Sub-unit Description Matrix - 55x4 for each sub-matrix fitted (385x4 for a fully populated BRIC8) Backplane Isolation Switches - 4 for each sub-matrix fitted (28 for a fully populated BRIC8)
  • Page 30 X331 X385 Bit 25 Bit 25 Bit 26 Bit 26 Bit 27 Bit 27 Bit 28 Bit 28 DAUGHTER CARD 7 Figure 4.2 - 40-566A Matrix Module - Sub-unit Allocations 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page 4.4...
  • Page 31 Daughter Card 7, connects Y2 to backplane “Y2” comB27, chB27 Daughter Card 7, connects Y3 to backplane “Y3” comB28, chB28 Daughter Card 7, connects Y4 to backplane “Y4” 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page 4.5...
  • Page 32 Daughter Card 7, connects Y2 to front panel “Y2” comC27, chC27 Daughter Card 7, connects Y3 to front panel “Y3” comC28, chC28 Daughter Card 7, connects Y4 to front panel “Y4” 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page 4.6...

  • Page 33: Connector Information

    SECTION 5 - CONNECTOR INFORMATION Figures 5.1 shows the connector positioning for the 40-566A 2 Amp Matrix Module. Figure 5.2 provides the pin out for the 25-pin D-type Y connector, and Figures 3 to 9 provide the pin out for the 160-pin DIN 41612 X connectors on each matrix daughter card.
  • Page 34 X54.2 X55.2 25-PIN MALE D-TYPE 160-PIN MALE DIN41612 Figure 5.2 - Y Connector Pinout Figure 5.3 - X Connector Pinout on first matrix daughter card (X connections 1 to 55) 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page 5.2...
  • Page 35 Figure 5.4 - X Connector Pinout on Figure 5.5 - X Connector Pinout on second matrix daughter card third matrix daughter card (X connections 56 to 110) (X connections 111 to 165) 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page 5.3...
  • Page 36 Figure 5.6 - X Connector Pinout on Figure 5.7 - X Connector Pinout on fourth matrix daughter card fifth matrix daughter card (X connections 166 to 220) (X connections 221 to 275) 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page 5.4...
  • Page 37 Figure 5.8 - X Connector Pinout on Figure 5.9 - X Connector Pinout on sixth matrix daughter card seventh matrix daughter card (X connections 276 to 330) (X connections 331 to 385) 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page 5.5...
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  • Page 39: Trouble Shooting

    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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  • Page 41: Maintenance Information

    The Pickering Interfaces BIRST (Built-In Relay Self Test) Tool provides a simple means of testing selected Pickering Interfaces switching products, including this model. The tool can be used to find relay faults or to provide confirmation that a product is operating correctly, either as part of the regular system calibration or because a system fault is suspected and the switch system needs to be eliminated from the fault finding procedure.
  • Page 42 BIRST SOFTWARE The application program for BIRST is supplied with the support disc included when the product is shipped. Alternatively the program can be downloaded from Pickering Interfaces web site: www.pickeringtest.info/downloads/BIRST/ Warning: The BIRST facility requires that the UUT is disconnected from the products front panel connector(s).

  • Page 43: Relay Look-Up Tables

    Replacement of relays should only be carried out by qualified personnel using the correct equipment. If qualified personnel are not available, or the location of a defective relay cannot be positively determined it is recommended that the module is returned to Pickering Interfaces or a replacement daughter card is ordered.
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  • Page 51: Pcb Layout Diagrams

    SECTION 7 - MAINTENANCE INFORMATION pickering PCB LAYOUT DIAGRAMS RL109 RL110 RL111 RL112 RL22 Figure 7.2 - 40-566A Motherboard: Component Layout 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page 7.11...
  • Page 52 RL141 RL142 RL143 RL144 RL166 RL167 RL168 RL169 RL170 RL171 RL172 RL194 RL195 RL196 RL197 RL198 RL199 RL200 RL224 RL225 RL226 RL227 RL228 Figure 7.3 - 40-566A Daughterboard: Component Layout 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page 7.12...

  • Page 53: Refitting The Sub-Matrix Cards

    When tightening the front panel screws the inserted card could be pulled out about 0.5 mm. This does not effect the interconnection on the backplane) Refit the ejector handle if this was removed during the sub-matrix card 1 and 2 removal procedure. Tighten all screws. 2 AMP BRIC MULTI-SLOT MATRIX WITH BIRST™ (40-566A) Page 7.13...
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