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- Page 1 Sapphire 9200 Series Pulse Generator Operating Manual Quantum Composers, Inc. P.O. Box 4248 Bozeman, MT 59772 1.800.510.6530 www.QuantumComposers.com sales@QuantumComposers.com 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 1...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Saving Custom Settings to a Bin ............................. 17 Recalling Custom Settings from a Bin ..........................18 9200 A ..............................19 PPLICATION XAMPLE OPERATING THE 9200 ............................. 20 ........................20 ORMAL NTERNAL ENERATOR PERATION Page 2 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers... - Page 3 VERVIEW ....................................41 OWER & C ..............................41 NITIALIZATION ONNECTIVITY APPENDIX C – SAFETY SYMBOLS ......................... 43 ............................... 43 AFETY ARKING YMBOLS APPENDIX D – CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................... 45 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 3...
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Page 4: Introduction
1. Introduction This manual is a reference designed to familiarize you with the Quantum Composers 9200 series pulse generator and is arranged so that you can easily find the information you’re looking for. Generally, each topic has its own section and no section assumes that yo u’ve read anything else in the manual. -
Page 5: Safety Issues
Be particularly careful to avoid contact with metal objects that could provide a good ground return path. Never work alone. Someone should always be nearby to render aid if necessary. Training in CPR first aid is highly recommended. 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 5... -
Page 6: Front & Back Panel Overview
The following image represents the front panel of a 4 channel 9214. It should be noted that the 2 channel 9212 does not have channel C or D indicators. Figure 3.1 - 9214 Front Panel Page 6 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers... -
Page 7: Back Panel
The following image represents the back panel of a 4 channel 9214. It should be noted that the 2 channel 9212 does not have channel C or D output BNC’s. Figure 3.2- 9214 Back Panel 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 7... -
Page 8: Pulse Concepts And Pulse Generator Operations
Burst command. Once started T pulses cycle on and off Duty Cycle continuously. pulse is distributed to all of the start inputs of the Channel Timers and Mode Generators. Page 8 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers... -
Page 9: Channel Timer Functions
Dependent events may be linked together by setting the sync source to the controlling event. This allows the instrument to match the timed events and adjustments can be made in one event without detuning the timing between it and the dependent event. 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 9... -
Page 10: Navigating The 9200
Pulse outputs then starts after the first valid trigger input. Pressing the Run/Stop button a second time disables the pulse generator. Page 10 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers... -
Page 11: Setup
9200 can then be communicated with by either the included 9200 application or by using any generic communication terminal program. The unit is baud rate independent, so any speed can be selected. Typically a rate of 115,200bps can be used. 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 11... -
Page 12: Driver Installation (Windows Xp)
10. You can now communicate with the 9200 using either the included 9200 application or by using any generic communication terminal program. You can view the Com Port number assigned to the 9200 in your computers device manager under Ports. Page 12 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers... -
Page 13: Application
The software can also be copied to your computer and run from any location. The following screenshot (Figure 6.1) shows the 9200 application and all of the corresponding default parameters: Figure 6.1 –9200 Application 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 13... -
Page 14: Basic Operation
Run/Stop button has been pressed. Valid inputs are 1-1,000,000. Run: Enables or disables the output for all channels. This command is the same as pressing the Run/Stop button on either the front or back panel. Page 14 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers... -
Page 15: Channels Section
Width: Sets the pulse width for the selected channel. Valid input is 10ns – 1000s with 10ns increments. Amplitude: Allows the user to select the voltage amplitude of the output. Valid values are 3.3V – 5V with 20mV increments. 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 15... -
Page 16: Command Terminal
9200 application, the corresponding SCPI based command will automatically be sent through the Command Terminal to the device. Figure 6.4 –9200 Application: Command Terminal Page 16 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers... -
Page 17: Parameter Storage
“Storage”, “Save To Bin”, followed by selecting the bin number to save the custom settings to. Figure 6.5 represents the saving process: Figure 6.5 –9200 Application: Recalling From Bin 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 17... -
Page 18: Recalling Custom Settings From A Bin
Figure 6.6 represents the recalling process: *Note: Selecting Default 0 will set the 9200 to factory default settings. Figure 6.6 –9200 Application: Recalling From Bin Page 18 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers... -
Page 19: 9200 Application Example
The example will show how to output a single pulse on Channel-A upon receiving the rising edge of every external trigger signal at 5V. The output will have an amplitude of 4V, pulse width of 10us, and no channel delay present. Figure 6.7 –9200 application: Example 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 19... -
Page 20: Operating The 9200
Enable the corresponding channels by clicking “Enabled” in the 9200 application. Pressing the unit’s Run/Stop button will now generate a stream of pulses at a rate specified by the Period parameter. Page 20 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers... -
Page 21: Single Shot Mode
Period parameter. To generate a stream of pulses which will repeat for ‘N’ pulses On and ‘M’ pulses, set the following parameters in the 9200 application: 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 21... -
Page 22: Channel Timer Overview
Enable the corresponding channels by clicking “Enabled” in the 9200 application. Pressing the unit’s Run/Stop button will now generate a continuous stream of pulses. “Output Examples” for a visual representation. Page 22 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers... -
Page 23: Channel Single Shot Function
‘N’ pulses and off or ‘M’ pulses. To generate the stated sequence of pulses set the following parameters in the 9200 application: Within the System section: o Set the mode to Continuous. o Set the desired Period. 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 23... -
Page 24: External Input Overview
Set the desired Period. o Select the Triggered mode. o Set the trigger threshold level to ~50% of the incoming signal. o Select which edge (i.e. rising or falling) to trigger on. Page 24 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers... -
Page 25: Using The External Gate To Control The System
Within the Channels section: o Enter the required pulse width and delay. Repeat for each output channel. o Set the desired channel mode. o Set the proper **Gate Mode (Active High/Active Low) 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 25... - Page 26 When the gate is in the active Pressing the unit’s Run/Stop button again state, the system timer is reset. will disarm the unit. See “Output Examples” for a visual representation. Page 26 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers...
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Page 27: Output Examples
The following figure presents a graphical representation of the channel modes as well as the external trigger/gate functionality. It should be noted that following figure represents examples only as many parameters in each pulse train below have the potential to be modified. 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 27... -
Page 28: Programming The 9200
The included 9200 application, HyperTerminal (in Windows), or any other generic terminal program may be used to interactively test the commands using the USB (or optional Bluetooth) interface. The format of each type is described in the following paragraphs. Page 28 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers... -
Page 29: Line Termination
POLAR will generate an error; polarity, pol, and PolAriTy are all acceptable as the pulse generator is not case sensitive. *Note: The unit by default is not case sensitive. 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 29... -
Page 30: Scpi Command Format
If you do not specify the channel number, the implied channel is specified by the :INSTrument:SELect command or the last referenced channel. After power-up or reset (*RST) the instrument will default to channel #1. Page 30 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers... -
Page 31: Scpi Parameter Types
2.3 ms :PULSE0:MODE NORM <cr> <lf> sets system mode to continuous :PULSE0:PER 0.1 <cr> <lf> sets period to 100 ms (10 Hz) :PULSE0:EXT:MODE DIS <cr> <lf> disables the external trigger 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 31... - Page 32 :INST:STATE ON <cr> <lf> Alternate form if is currently selected. A software generated external trigger can be generated by using the following command: *TRG <cr> <lf> Generates a software external trigger Page 32 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers...
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Page 33: 9200 Scpi Command Summary
NORMal/SINGle/ Changes the system output :MODe BURSt/DCYCle mode. Changes the number of pulses to output when the :BCOunter 1-1,000,000 system is in burst mode. *Note: The commas should be omitted. 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 33... - Page 34 Sets the pulse width for the selected channel. The command should be sent 10[ns] – 1000[s] :WIDTh without units. If for example 50ns is desired the parameter sent should be 50e-9, or the decimal equivalent. Page 34 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers...
- Page 35 *Note: The commas should be omitted. Allows user to select how many clock cycles to wait until the channel should start :WCOunter 0 to 100,000 creating an output pulse. *Note: commas should be omitted. 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 35...
- Page 36 When the unit is powered up, if this command is enabled, :AUTorun 0/1 or OFF/ON the unit will start pulsing automatically. Query only. Returns SCPI :VERSion version number in the form YYYY.V for ex. 1999.0 Page 36 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers...
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Page 37: Ieee 488.2 Common Commands
Resets all channel counters simultaneously when the channels are in either single shot or burst mode. *ARM *Note: The system must be in continuous mode (this command is functionally the same as pressing the Run/Stop button). 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 37... -
Page 38: Appendix A - Specifications
100MHz, Low Jitter PLL Oscillator 50MHz, 50ppm Crystal Oscillator System Modes Single, Continuous, Burst, Duty Cycle Burst Mode 1,000,000 Pulses Duty Cycle Mode 1,000,000 Pulses Pulse Control Modes Internal Rate Generator, External Trigger/Gate Page 38 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers... - Page 39 ± 3% of Threshold Voltage Impedance 5.3K ohm + 40pF Trigger Rate Trigger Input Jitter ns(RMS) Trigger Input Insertion Delay Trigger Input Minimum Pulse Width Pulse Inhibit Delay Output Inhibit Delay 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 39...
- Page 40 5V, rate of 10Hz, 50% duty cycle, and with the Bluetooth option disabled. Maximum current input is defined as the current consumed when all 4 channels are pulsing into 50 Ohm loads at 5V, active low mode, and with the Bluetooth option enabled. Page 40 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers...
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Page 41: Appendix B - Bluetooth Option
Right click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar and click Bluetooth places. o Right click the “Sapphire-####” and click “Connect Bluetooth Serial Port (COM##) where ## is recognized port number. 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 41... - Page 42 It should be noted that the 9200 Application automatically detects the port which the device is on. When using a generic communication terminal program, be sure to select the correct Com port in which the device was installed on. Page 42 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers...
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Page 43: Appendix C - Safety Symbols
On (Supply) IEC 417, No. 5007 Off (Supply) IEC 417, No. 5008 Class II Equipment protected by double insulation or IEC 417, No. 5172 reinforced insulation. The equipment typically does not 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 43... - Page 44 Please dispose of the product in accordance with local regulations and conventions. Indicates compliance with European Union Legislation for the relevant Safety (Low Voltage CE Mark Directive 2006/95/EC) and EMC (EMC Directive 2004/108/EC) requirements. Page 44 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers...
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Page 45: Appendix D - Ce Declaration Of Conformity
12. Appendix D – CE Declaration of Conformity 9200 Manual Version 1.2 | Quantum Composers Page 45...