SATA 2.5 Test Adapter User Manual Table of Contents Introduction ............................. 3 Product Inspection .......................... 5 The SATA 2.5 Test Adapter Care and Handling Precautions ............ 6 General Test Adapter, Cable, and Connector .................. 8 Handling and Storage ........................ 8 Visual Inspection.......................... 8 Cleaning ............................ 8 Making Connections ........................ 8 Electrostatic Discharge Information .................... 9 User Model ............................ 10 Calibration ............................. 15 SOLT ............................ 16 1X‐THRU ............................ 17 Mechanical and Environmental Specifications................ 18 Electrical Specifications ......................... 22 Wilder Technologies, LLC – Limited Warranty ................ 33 Wilder Technologies, LLC – Terms & Conditions of Sale ............... 34 Compliance with Environmental Legislation ................. 35 WEEE Compliance Statement .................... 35 Glossary of Terms .......................... 36 Index .............................. 37 P a g e | 2 ...
SATA 2.5 Test Adapter User Manual The SATA 2.5 Test Adapter Care and Handling Precautions The SATA 2.5 Test Adapter requires careful handling to avoid damage. Improper handling techniques, or using too small a cable bend radius, can damage the coaxial cable connections within the adapter housing or the cables themselves. This can occur at any point along the cable. To achieve optimum performance and to prolong the SATA2.5‐TPA’s life, observe the following handling precautions: CAUTION 1: Avoid Torque Forces (Twisting) While individual coaxial cables within the test adapter have some rotational freedom, twisting the SATA2.5‐TPA as a unit, with one end held stationary, may damage or severely degrade performance. Adherence to Caution 5 (below) helps to avoid twisting. CAUTION 2: Avoid Sharp Cable Bends Never bend coaxial cables into a radius of 26 mm (1‐inch) or less. Never bend cables greater than 90°. Single or multiple cable bends must be kept within this limit. Bending the SATA2.5‐TPA cables less than a 26mm (1‐Inch) radius will permanently damage or severely degrade test adapter performance. CAUTION 3: Avoid Cable Tension (Pull Forces) Never apply tension (pull forces) to an individual coaxial cable that is greater than 2.3 kg (5 lbs.). To avoid applying tension, always place accessories and equipment on a surface that allows adjustment to eliminate tension on the SATA2.5‐TPA and cables. Use adjustable elevation stands or apparatus to accurately place and support the SATA2.5‐TPA. CAUTION 4: Connect the SATA2.5‐TPA First To prevent twisting, bending, or applying tension to the coaxial cables when connecting a SATA2.5‐TPA, always attach the SATA2.5‐TPA to the device under test (DUT) or cable under test before attaching any SMA connectors. Carefully align the SATA connectors and then gently push the connectors together until fully seated. If the SATA2.5‐TPA must be turned or twisted to make connection to the DUT, avoid using the SATA2.5‐TPA housing alone to make this occur. Try to distribute the torque forces along the length of the test setup and cabling. If this is not possible, it is recommended to first loosen or disconnect the SMA connections at the SATA2.5‐TPA, make the connection to the DUT and then re‐tighten or attach the test equipment leads. ...
SATA 2.5 Test Adapter User Manual General Test Adapter, Cable, and Connector Observing simple precautions can ensure accurate and reliable measurements. Handling and Storage Before each use of the SATA2.5‐TPA, ensure that all connectors are clean. Handle all cables carefully and store the SATA2.5‐TPA in the foam‐lined instrument case when not in use, if possible. Do not set connectors contact end down. Install the SMA protective end caps when the SATA2.5‐TPA is not in use. Visual Inspection Be sure to inspect all cables carefully before making a connection. Inspect all cables for metal particles, scratches, deformed threads, dents, or bent, broken, or misaligned center conductors. Do not use damaged cables. Cleaning If necessary, clean the connectors using low‐pressure (less than 60 PSI) compressed air or nitrogen with an effective oil‐vapor filter and condensation trap. Clean the cable threads, if necessary, using a lint‐free swab or cleaning cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol. Always completely dry a connector before use. Do not use abrasives to clean the connectors. Re‐ inspect connectors, making sure no particles or residue remains. Making Connections Before making any connections, review the “Care and Handling Precautions” section. Follow these guidelines when making connections: Align cables carefully Make preliminary connection lightly To tighten, turn connector nut only Do not apply bending force to cable Do not over‐tighten preliminary connections Do not twist or screw‐in cables Use a torque wrench, and do not tighten past the “break” point of the torque wrench P a g e | 8 ...
SATA 2.5 Test Adapter User Manual SOLT SHORT, OPEN, LOAD, and 2X‐THRU (SOLT) are calibration standards used to compensate for errors associated with the TPA when used for Jitter measurement, TDR, TDT, and VNA testing. SOLT represents the same electrical length and losses as the TPA through the SATA connector pad, and enables the test engineer to compensate for the following six repeatable, systematic errors that occur when moving the reference plane: Signal leakage effects: Directivity errors Signal leakage effects: Crosstalk errors Reflection effects: Source Impedance Mismatching errors Reflection effects: Load Impedance Mismatching errors Bandwidth effects: Receiver Transmission in Test Equipment errors Bandwidth effects: Receiver Reflection‐tracking in Test Equipment errors These errors need to be corrected on each port. Refer to the Instrument Manual for instructions on the instrument’s specific calibration process. NOTE: The reference plane is the boundary, both physically and electrically, between the calibrated and uncalibrated portions of the circuit. Everything outside the reference plane is considered part of the DUT. Any instrument that does not use calibration defines the DUT as the total of externally connected components. If the SATA2.5‐TPA‐C‐1X or C‐2X Calibration Cables are not used, all of the SATA2.5‐TPA and associated coaxial cables, as well as cables connecting the TPA assembly to the test instrument, would be a part of the DUT. Non‐repeatable errors, such as drift or random errors, can be reduced but not corrected. Drift errors aggregate over time or with environmental changes such as temperature shift. To eliminate drift errors, perform another calibration. A random error cannot be corrected through calibration since the error occurred randomly. Random errors are typically associated with either test instrument noise or test repeatability problems. Reduce test instrument noise by increasing source power, lowering the IF bandwidth, or averaging results over multiple sweeps. Reduce test repeatability problems through the use of a torque wrench or, again, by averaging over multiple sweeps. ...
SATA 2.5 Test Adapter User Manual Mechanical and Environmental Specifications NOTE: All specifications in this manual are subject to change. Table 1. General Specifications ITEM DESCRIPTION Usage Environment Controlled indoor environment Plug Test Adapter Length (w/ standard cables) 171.7 mm +/‐ 2 mm (6.76 inches +/‐ .08 inches) (Characteristic) Receptacle Test Adapter Length (w/std. cables) 173.0 mm +/‐ 2 mm (6.81 inches +/‐ .08 inches) (Characteristic) Operating Temperature 0°C to +55°C (32°F to +131°F) (Characteristic) Storage Temperature ‐40°C to +70°C (‐40°F to +158°F) (Characteristic) SATA2.5‐TPA‐R Cable Pinout The SATA2.5‐TPA‐R cables provide four SMA connectors (one lane of primary differential TX and RX). Labels clearly mark each cable or connector. The following figure refers to the pin‐ description table for the receptacle connector. 4 SMAs for High‐Speed Color ID for Testing Differential Pair (See Table 2) Color ID for Data Line Polarity (See Table 2) Receptacle Connector (See Table 2) Figure 4.
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SATA 2.5 Test Adapter User Manual Table 2. SATA 2.5 Receptacle Pin Assignments Color ID for Connector Pin Color ID for Data Pin Description Destination Number Differential Pair Number Line Polarity (Receptacle) Signal Ground S1 Signal Ground N/A N/A Drive Primary Receiver S2 DRIVE RP+ Red Yellow Label Positive Drive Primary Receiver S3 DRIVE RP‐ Black Yellow Label Negative Signal Ground S4 Signal Ground N/A ...
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SATA 2.5 Test Adapter User Manual Table 3. SATA 2.5 Plug Pin Assignments Color ID for Connector Pin Color ID for Data Pin Description Destination Number Differential Pair Number Line Polarity (Plug) Signal Ground S1 Signal Ground N/A N/A Host Primary S2 HOST TP+ Red Yellow Label Transmitter Positive Host Primary S3 HOST TP‐ Black Yellow Label Transmitter Negative Signal Ground S4 Signal Ground N/A ...
SATA 2.5 Test Adapter User Manual Electrical Specifications NOTE: All specifications in this manual are subject to change. Table 4. Electrical Specifications SPECIFICATION MIN TYP MAX NOTES 3 2 Insertion Loss (db), at 26.5 GHz 2X‐THRU with SATA2.5‐TPA‐C‐2X Cal cable 6 9 Return Loss (GHz), at ‐20 db 2X‐THRU with SATA2.5‐TPA‐C‐2X Cal cable Insertion Loss (db), at 26.5 GHz 2 1 1X‐THRU with SATA2.5‐TPA‐C‐1X Cal cable 10 13 Return Loss (GHz), at ‐20 dB 1X‐THRU with SATA2.5‐TPA‐C‐1X Cal cable 1.22:1 ...
SATA 2.5 Test Adapter User Manual Wilder Technologies, LLC – Limited Warranty Wilder Technologies, LLC warrants that each Test Adapter, 1) is free from defects in materials and workmanship and, 2) conforms to Wilder Technologies specifications for a period of 12 months. See Consumable and Fragile Material Warranty for exceptions to the 12 month warranty The warranty period for a Test Adapter is a specified, fixed period commencing on the date of ship from Wilder Technologies, LLC. If you did not purchase your Test Adapter directly from Wilder Technologies, LLC, the serial number and a valid proof of purchase will be required to establish your purchase date. If you do not have a valid proof of purchase, the warranty period will be measured from the date of ship from Wilder Technologies, LLC. If, during the warranty period, the Test Adapter is not in good working order, Wilder Technologies, LLC will, at its option, repair or replace it at no additional charge, except as is set forth below. In some cases, the replacement Test Adapter may not be new and may have been previously installed. Regardless of the Test Adapter’s production status, Wilder Technologies, LLC appropriate warranty terms apply. Consumable and Fragile Material Warranty Wilder Technologies, LLC warrants that consumable materials and all fragile materials supplied by Wilder Technologies, LLC either as part of an instrument or system, or supplied separately, will be free from defects in material and workmanship at the time of shipment. Extent of Warranty The warranty does not cover the repair or exchange of a Test Adapter resulting from misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, improper maintenance by you, or failure caused by a product for which Wilder Technologies, LLC is not responsible. The warranty is voided by removal or alteration of Test Adapter or parts identification labels. The initial three months are unconditional; the remaining months excludes plugs, receptacles and SMA connectors. Connectors are wear items and excluded from the warranty after the initial three months. These warranties are your exclusive warranties and replace all other warranties or conditions, express or implied, including but not limited to, the implied warranties or conditions or merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. These warranties give you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of express or implied warranties, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. In that event, such warranties are limited in duration to the warranty period. No warranties apply after that period. Items Not Covered by Warranty Wilder Technologies, LLC does not warrant uninterrupted or error–free operation of a Test Adapter. Any technical or other support provided for a Test Adapter under warranty, such as assistance via telephone with "how–to" questions and those regarding Test Adapter set‐up and installation, will be provided WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. Warranty Service Warranty service may be obtained from Wilder Technologies, LLC by returning a Wilder Technologies, LLC Returns Material Authorization and the Test Adapter to Wilder Technologies, LLC during the warranty period. To obtain RMA number, contact support@wilder‐tech.com. You may be required to present proof of purchase or other similar proof of warranty entitlement. You are responsible ...
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SATA 2.5 Test Adapter User Manual Glossary of Terms TERMINOLOGY DEFINITION Aggressor A signal imposed on a system (i.e., cable assembly) to measure response on other signal carriers. Decibel (dB) Ten times the common logarithm (i.e. log10) of the ratio of relative powers. Informative The designation of a test that is not required for compliance but is considered important from a characterization standpoint. It is provided for informational purposes only. Insertion loss The ratio, expressed in dB, of incident power to delivered power. Internal cable A cable that is used to connect a SATA transmitter device to a SATA receiver device within a mainframe. Near‐end crosstalk Crosstalk that is propagated in a disturbed channel in the opposite direction as the propagation of a signal in the aggressor channel. The terminals of the aggressor channel and the victim channel are usually close to each other. Normative The designation of a test that is required for compliance. Return Loss The ratio, expressed in dB, of incident power to reflected power. SATA Initiator Device A device containing SSP, STP, and /or SMP initiating ports in a SATA domain. SATA Link The SATA link is a full duplex point to point link as continuous data activity exists on each direction. For purposes of compliance testing of Hosts and Devices, the full duplex link is broken into two simplex links, one for the Host transmitting to the Device and the other for the Device transmitting to the Host. Each link is tested for compliance separately. SATA Target Device ...
SATA 2.5 Test Adapter User Manual Index 1X‐THRU, 17 Making Connections, 8 Cable Bend Limits, 6 Mechanical and Environmental Specifications, 18 Cable Losses, 17 pre‐emphasis, 17 Cable Tension (Pull Forces), 6 Product Inspection, 5 Cable Twisting (Torque), 6 product return, 5 Calibration, 15 pull force, 6, 7 Care and Handling, 6 Random errors, 16 Cleaning, 8 Receiver Reflection‐tracking in Test Equip. errors, 16 Compliance Receiver Transmission in Test Equipment errors, 16 WEEE, 35 SATA 2.5 Plug and Receptacle TPAs Testing a SATA Connections Extension Cable, 14 SATA2.5‐TPA to DUT, 6 SATA 2.5 Plug TPA Testing a Host, 12 SMA, 6, 7 SATA 2.5 Plug TPA Testing a SATA Host, 11 Crosstalk errors, 16 SATA 2.5 Plug TPAs Testing a SATA Cable, 13 de‐emphasis, 17 SATA 2.5 Receptacle TPA Testing a SATA Device, 10 Directivity errors, 16 SATA Specification 2.5, 3 Drift errors, 16 SATA2.5‐TPA‐P Cable Pinout, 20 DUT, 16 SATA2.5‐TPA‐R Cable Pinout, 18 ...
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