Agilent Technologies E1465A User manual

Agilent Technologies
E1465A/E1466A/E1467A
Relay Matrix Switch Modules
User’s Manual
Manual Part Number: E1465-90013
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Contents
E1465A/E1466A/E1467A Relay Matrix Switch Modules User’s Manual
Front Matter....................................................................................................................... 7
Agilent Technologies Warranty Statement ................................................................... 7
U.S. Government Restricted Rights ............................................................................. 7
Safety Symbols ............................................................................................................ 8
Warnings ...................................................................................................................... 8
Documentation History................................................................................................. 8
Declaration Of Conformity............................................................................................ 9
Chapter 1 - Getting Started ........................................................................................... 11
Using This Chapter .................................................................................................... 11
Matrix Modules Description........................................................................................ 11
Programming the Matrix Modules .............................................................................. 15
Addressing the Modules ..................................................................................... 15
Example: Closing Relays (BASIC) ..................................................................... 16
Example: Closing Relays (Turbo C) ................................................................... 17
Chapter 2 - Configuring the Matrix Modules ............................................................... 19
Using This Chapter .................................................................................................... 19
WARNINGS and CAUTIONS ..................................................................................... 19
Configuring the Switch Module .................................................................................. 20
Switch Module Connectors ................................................................................. 20
Setting the Logical Address Switch .................................................................... 21
Setting the Interrupt Level .................................................................................. 21
Installing the Switch Module in a Mainframe ...................................................... 23
Configuring the Terminal Modules.............................................................................. 24
Terminal Module Connectors .............................................................................. 24
Wiring the Terminal Modules .............................................................................. 27
Attaching the Terminal Modules to the Switch Module ....................................... 29
Configuring Larger Matrixes....................................................................................... 30
Creating Larger Matrixes .................................................................................... 30
Creating a 32x32 Matrix ..................................................................................... 30
Creating a 4x256 Matrix ..................................................................................... 32
Creating an 8x96 Matrix ..................................................................................... 33
Creating Larger Matrixes with Multiple Mainframes ........................................... 34
Chapter 3 - Using the Matrix Modules ......................................................................... 35
Using This Chapter .................................................................................................... 35
Matrix Modules Commands ....................................................................................... 35
Power-on and Reset Conditions ................................................................................ 36
Matrix Modules Identification...................................................................................... 36
Example: Matrix Module Identification (BASIC) .................................................. 36
Example: Matrix Module Identification (TURBO C) ............................................ 37
Switching Channels ................................................................................................... 38
Example: Opening/Closing Channels (BASIC) ................................................... 38
Example: Channel Sequencing (BASIC) ............................................................ 38

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Scanning Channels .................................................................................................... 39
Example: Scanning Channels Using TTL Triggers (BASIC) ............................... 39
Example: Scanning Using Trig In/Out Ports (BASIC) ........................................ 41
Querying Matrix Modules ........................................................................................... 42
Example: Querying Channel Closure (BASIC) ................................................... 42
Using the Scan Complete Bit ..................................................................................... 42
Example: Using the Scan Complete Bit (BASIC) ............................................... 43
Saving and Recalling States ...................................................................................... 44
Example: Saving and Recalling States (BASIC) ................................................. 44
Detecting Error Conditions ......................................................................................... 45
Example: Detecting Error Conditions (BASIC) ................................................... 45
Example: Detecting Error Conditions (TURBO C) .............................................. 45
Synchronizing Matrix Modules ................................................................................... 46
Example: Synchronizing a Matrix Module (BASIC) ............................................ 46
Understanding Matrix Modules .................................................................................. 47
Advantages of Latching Relays .......................................................................... 47
Matrix Module Operations .................................................................................. 47
Chapter 4 - Matrix Modules Command Reference ...................................................... 49
Using This Chapter .................................................................................................... 49
Command Types ........................................................................................................ 49
Common Command Format ............................................................................... 49
SCPI Command Format ..................................................................................... 49
SCPI Command Reference ................................................................................. 51
ABORt ........................................................................................................................ 52
ARM ........................................................................................................................... 53
ARM:COUNt ....................................................................................................... 53
ARM:COUNt? ..................................................................................................... 54
DISPlay ...................................................................................................................... 55
DISPlay:MONitor:CARD ..................................................................................... 55
DISPlay:MONitor[:STATe] ................................................................................... 56
INITiate.......................................................................................................................57
INITiate:CONTinuous ......................................................................................... 57
INITiate:CONTinuous? ....................................................................................... 58
INITiate[:IMMediate] ........................................................................................... 58
OUTPut ...................................................................................................................... 59
OUTPut:EXTernal[:STATe] .................................................................................. 59
OUTPut:EXTernal[:STATe]? ................................................................................ 60
OUTPut[:STATe] ................................................................................................. 60
OUTPut[:STATe]? ............................................................................................... 61
OUTPut:TTLTrgn[:STATe] ................................................................................... 61
OUTPut:TTLTrgn[:STATe]? ................................................................................. 62
[ROUTe:] .................................................................................................................... 63
[ROUTe:]CLOSe ................................................................................................. 63
[ROUTe:]CLOSe? ............................................................................................... 64
[ROUTe:]OPEN ................................................................................................... 65
[ROUTe:]OPEN? ................................................................................................. 66
[ROUTe:]SCAN ................................................................................................... 66
STATus....................................................................................................................... 68
STATus:OPERation:CONDition? ........................................................................ 70
STATus:OPERation:ENABle ............................................................................... 70
STATus:OPERation:ENABle? ............................................................................. 70

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STATus:OPERation[:EVENt]? ............................................................................ 71
STATus:PRESet ................................................................................................. 71
SYSTem ..................................................................................................................... 72
SYSTem:CDEScription? ..................................................................................... 72
SYSTem:CPON .................................................................................................. 73
SYSTem:CTYPe? ............................................................................................... 73
SYSTem:ERRor? ................................................................................................ 74
TRIGger ..................................................................................................................... 75
TRIGger[:IMMediate] .......................................................................................... 75
TRIGger:SOURce ............................................................................................... 76
TRIGger:SOURce? ............................................................................................. 77
SCPI Commands Quick Reference............................................................................ 78
IEEE 488.2 Common Commands Reference ............................................................ 79
Appendix A - Matrix Modules Specifications .............................................................. 81
Appendix B - Register-Based Programming ............................................................... 83
About This Appendix .................................................................................................. 83
Register Programming vs. SCPI Programming.......................................................... 83
Addressing the Registers ........................................................................................... 83
The Base Address .............................................................................................. 84
Register Offset .................................................................................................... 84
Register Descriptions ................................................................................................. 86
Reading and Writing to the Registers ................................................................. 86
Manufacturer Identification Register ................................................................... 86
Device Type Register ......................................................................................... 86
Status/Control Register ....................................................................................... 86
Relay Control Register ....................................................................................... 88
Programming Examples............................................................................................. 90
Example: Reading the Registers (BASIC) .......................................................... 90
Example: Reading the Registers (C/HP-UX) ...................................................... 91
Example: Making Measurements (BASIC) ......................................................... 92
Example: Making Measurements (C/HP-UX) ..................................................... 93
Example: Scanning Channels (BASIC) .............................................................. 95
Example: Scanning Channels (C/HP-UX) .......................................................... 96
Appendix C - Matrix Modules Error Messages ........................................................... 99
Error Types ................................................................................................................ 99
Error Messages........................................................................................................ 100
Appendix D - Relay Life .............................................................................................. 101
Replacement Strategy.............................................................................................. 101
Relay Life Factors .................................................................................................... 101
End-of-Life Determination ........................................................................................ 101
Index ............................................................................................................................. 103

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Notes:

Getting Started 11Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Using This Chapter
This chapter gives guidelines to get started using the E1465A, E1466A, and
E1467 Relay Matrix Switch Modules (matrix modules), including:
•Matrix Modules Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
•Programming the Matrix Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Matrix Modules Description
The E1465A, E1466A, and E1467A Relay Matrix Switch modules are
VXIbus C-Size register-based modules that can operate with a command
module, such as an E1406A. Four 4x16 submatrixes are implemented on
the PC board with 256 latching relays. Terminal modules convert the sub-
matrixes into 4x64 (E1466A), 8x32 (E1467A), or 16x16 (E1465A) matrixes.
Agilent plug-in modules installed in an mainframe or used with a command
module are treated as independent instruments, each having a unique
secondary GPIB address. Each instrument is assigned a dedicated error
queue, input and output buffers, status registers, and if applicable,
dedicated mainframe/command module memory space for readings or data.
An instrument may be composed of a single plug-in module or multiple
plug-in modules.
NOTE The matrix model number is determined by the terminal module connected
to the PC board. If no terminal module is connected, the relay matrix switch
module defaults to an E1466A. To program the E1465A and E1467A, make
certain the terminal module is connected.
The E1465A Relay Matrix module (Figure 1-1) provides a 16x16 two-wire
crosspoint matrix. This 16x16 matrix is created by connecting the terminal
module. The terminal module connects the columns of the submatrixes of
A, B, C, and D.
The E1466A Relay Matrix module (Figure 1-2) provides a 4x64 two-wire
crosspoint matrix. This 4x64 matrix is created by connecting the terminal
module. The terminal module connects the rows of submatrixes A, B, C,
and D.
The E1467A Relay Matrix module (Figure 1-3) provides an 8x32 two-wire
crosspoint matrix. This 8x32 matrix is created by connecting the terminal
module. The terminal module connects the rows of submatrixes A and C,
and rows of submatrixes B and D. The columns of submatrixes A and B,
and columns of submatrixes C and D are also connected.

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Figure 1-1. E1465A 16x16 Relay Matrix Module
TERMINAL MODULEMATRIX MODULE
A
B
C
D

Getting Started 13Chapter 1
Figure 1-2. E1466A 4x64 Relay Matrix Module
TERMINAL MODULEMATRIX MODULE
A
B
C
D

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Figure 1-3. E1467A 8x32 Relay Matrix Module
TERMINAL MODULEMATRIX MODULE
A
B
C
D

Getting Started 15Chapter 1
Programming the Matrix Modules
There are several ways you can program the matrix modules. One way is
to write directly to the registers. This method can provide better throughput
speed, but requires more knowledge of the matrix design. See Appendix B
for information on register-based programming.
Another way to program the matrix module is to use a command module and
Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments (SCPI). With SCPI
commands, the command module parses the commands and writes to the
appropriate relay module register. The examples in this manual use the
SCPI programming language. See Appendix B for examples on writing
directly to the registers.
Addressing the
Modules
To address specific channels (relays) within a matrix module, you specify
the SCPI command and matrix module channel list. The following are the
most commonly used SCPI commands:
•CLOSe channel_list Closes the relays specified
•OPEN channel_list Opens the relays specified
•SCAN channel_list Closes the relays specified, one at a time
Channel List The channel_list is a combination of the card number and the channel
numbers. The channel_list takes the form of @ssrrcc where ss = matrix
module card number (00-99), rr = row number of the matrix module, and
cc = column number of the matrix module.
Card Number The card number (ss of the channel_list) identifies the switch module
within a switchbox. The card number assigned depends on the switch
configuration used. Leading zeroes can be ignored for the card number.
For a single-module switchbox configuration, the card number is always 01.
For a multiple-module switchbox configuration, multiplexer modules are set
to successive logical addresses. The multiplexer module with the lowest
logical address is always card number 01. The card number with the next
successive logical address is 02, etc.
Figure 1-4 illustrates card numbers and logical addresses of a typical
multiple-module switchbox configuration. Chapter 2 shows an example of
addressing a switchbox configuration.
Channel Addresses The channel address is the rrcc of the channel_list. This address determines
which relay will be addressed. Use a comma (,) to form a channe list or
use a colon (:) to form a channel range. You can address single channels
(@ssrrcc), multiple channels (@ssrrcc,ssrrcc,...), sequential channels
(@ssrrcc:ssrrcc), groups of sequential channels (@ssrrcc:ssrrcc,
ssrrcc:ssrrcc), or any combination.
Only valid channels can be accessed in a channel list or channel range.
Also, the channel range must be from a lower channel number to a higher
channel number. For example, CLOS (@10000:20303) is acceptable, but
CLOS (@20303:10000) generates an error. Table 1-1 shows the matrix
modules channel numbers for the three matrix modules.

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Example: Closing
Relays (BASIC)
This example assumes a PC running BASIC and a GPIB interface. The
program closes row 03, column 12 of an E1465A 16x16 matrix module at
logical address 120 (secondary address = 120/8 = 15) and queries the
result. The result is returned to the controller and displayed (1 = relay closed,
0 = relay open). See Chapter 4 for information on the SCPI commands.
10 OUTPUT 70915; "*RST" ! Resets the module
20 OUTPUT 70915; "CLOS (@10312)" ! Closes row 03, column 12 on
module number 1
30 OUTPUT 70915; "CLOS? (@10312)" ! Query channel 10312
40 ENTER 70915; Value ! Enter result into variable Value
50 PRINT Value ! Print results (should print "1"
to indicate that the channel is
closed)
60 END ! Terminate program
Table 1-1. Matrix Modules Channel Numbers
Matrix Module Rows (rr) Columns (cc)
E1465A 16x16 Relay Matrix Switch 00 - 15 00 - 15
E1466A 4x64 Relay Matrix Switch 00 - 03 00 - 63
E1467A 8x32 Relay Matrix Switch 00 - 07 00 - 31
Figure 1-4. Card Numbers in a Multiple-Module Switchbox
Command
Module
Multiple-Module Switchbox Card Numbers
Note: Physical placement of the Module in the Logical Address
order is not required, but is recommended.
Multiplexer Module
128
64
32
16
8
4
2
1
Logical Address = 120
Secondary Address = 15
Card Number 01
Card Number 02
1
Logical Address = 121
Multiplexer Module
32
2
4
16
8
64
128
1
Card Number 03
Multiplexer Module
Logical Address = 122
32
2
4
16
8
64
128

Getting Started 17Chapter 1
Example: Closing
Relays (Turbo C)
This example assumes a PC with a GPIB Interface card (with command
library) running Borland Turbo C. The program closes row 03, column 12 of
an E1465A 16x16 matrix module at logical address 120 (secondary address
= 120/8 = 15) and queries the result. The result is returned to the controller
and displayed (1 = relay closed, 0 = relay open). See Chapter 4 for
information on the SCPI commands.
#include <stdio.h>
#include <chpib.h> /*Include file for GPIB*/
#define ISC 7L
#define MATRIX 70915L /*Matrix default address*/
#define TASK1 "*RST" /*Reset*/
#define TASK2 "CLOS (@10312)" /*Close row 3, column 12*/
#define TASK3 "CLOS? (@10312)" /*Query row 3, column 12*/
main()
{
char into[257];
int length = 256;
/*Output commands to matrix module*/
error_handler (IOTIMEOUT (7L,5.0), "TIMEOUT");
error_handler (IOOUTPUTS (MATRIX, TASK1, 4), "OUTPUT command");
error_handler (IOOUTPUTS (MATRIX, TASK2, 15), "OUTPUT
command");
error_handler (IOOUTPUTS (MATRIX, TASK3, 15), "OUTPUT
command");
/*Enter from matrix*/
error_handler (IOENTERS (MATRIX, into, &length), "ENTER command");
printf("Now let's see if the switch is closed: %s",into);
return;
}
int error_handler (int error, char *routine)
{
char ch;
if (error != NOERR)
{
printf ("\n Error %d %s \n", error, errstr(error));
printf (" in call to GPIB function %s \n\n", routine);
printf ("Press 'Enter' to exit: ");
scanf ("%c", &ch);
exit(0);
}
return 0;
}

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Notes:

Configuring the Matrix Modules 19Chapter 2
Chapter 2
Configuring the Matrix Modules
Using This Chapter
This chapter gives guidelines to connect external wiring to the E1465A,
E1466A, and E1467A Relay Matrix Switch modules (matrix module) and
shows how to connect multiple modules together to form larger matrixes.
This chapter includes:
•WARNINGS and CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
•Configuring the Switch Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
•Configuring the Terminal Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
•Configuring Larger Matrixes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
WARNINGS and CAUTIONS
WARNING SHOCK HAZARD.Only service-trained personnel who are
aware of the hazards involved should install, remove, or
configure matrix modules. Remove all power sources from the
mainframe and installed modules before installing or removing
a module.
CAUTION MAXIMUM INPUTS. The maximum voltage that can be applied to
any terminal is 200 Vdc/170 Vrms. The maximum current that can
be applied to any row or column is 1 A dc or ac peak. The maximum
power that can be applied to any terminal is 30 W or 62.5 VA
(resistive).
CAUTION STATIC ELECTRICITY. Static electricity is a major cause of
component failure. To prevent damage to the electrical components
in a matrix module, observe anti-static techniques when removing or
installing the module or when working on the module.

20 Configuring the Matrix Modules Chapter 2
Configuring the Switch Module
This section gives guidelines to configure the E1465A/E1466A/E1467A
switch module, including:
•Switch Module Connectors
•Setting the Logical Address Switch
•Setting the Interrupt Level
•Installing the Switch Module in a Mainframe
Switch Module
Connectors
Figure 2-1 shows the front panel of the E1465/66/67A switch module and
the connector pin-out that mates to the terminal module.
Figure 2-1. Relay Matrix Switch Module Pin-out
Pin
1
B
B
COL
COL
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
A
A
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
ROWB
NC
B
NC
ROW
A
A
A
A
32
Pin
GND
GND
ROW
ROW
ROW
ROW
L=Low
H=High
Bank
Row/Column
07L
13L
13H
10L
10H
01H
07H
04L
01L
04H
14L
14H
3H
2L
3L
2H
0H
0L
A
A
COL
COL
11H
11L
A
A
COL
COL
08H
08L
A
A
COL
COL
05H
05L
A
A
COL
COL
02H
02L
Pin
33
64
Pin
09HCOLA
B
B
B
B
B
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
08L
11H
11L
14H
14L
B
B
B
B
B
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
A
A
A
A
A
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
02H
02L
05H
05L
08H
09L
12H
12L
15H
15L
A
A
A
A
COL
COL
COL
COL
B
B
B
ROW
ROW
ROW
ROW
03H
03L
06H
06L
0H
0L
3H
3L
GND
A
A
GND
ROW
ROW
1H
1L
COL
COL
A
A
00H
00L COL
COL
ROW
ROW
ROW
ROW
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COLA
65
Pin
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
NC
A
NC
B
B
96
Pin GND
GND
A
A
10H
12L
15H
15L
09L
12H
06H
06L
09H
03H
03L
00H
13L
00L
10L
13H
07H
07L
01L
04H
04L
01H
1H
1L
2H
2L
Pin
1CF(10)
GND
D
D
NC
C
C
D
NC
D
D
D
D
D
ROW
ROW
1H
1L
COL
ROW
ROW
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
14L
2L
2H
08H
14H
11H
11L
08L
Pin
33
C
D
D
D
D
C
C
C
C
Pin
32
C
06LCOL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
05L
02L
05H
02H
09H
12H
12L
09L
COL 06H
Pin
64
Pin
65
Pin
96
C
CCOL
COL 03L
03H
C
CCOL
COL 00L
00H
C
C
COL
COL
15L
15H
CF(11)
CF(13)
D
D
C
C
ROW
ROW
ROW
ROW
2L
2H
3L
3H
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
D
D
D
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
12H
15H
15L
12L
06L
09H
09L
06H
03L
00L
00H
13L
13H
03H
10L
10H
07L
07H
04L
C
C
C
COL
COL
COL
04H
01L
01H
CF(12)
GND
D
D
D
D
ROW
ROW
ROW
ROW
3L
3H
0L
0H
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
D
D
D
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
COL
13H
13L
07L
10H
10L
07H
04L
01L
01H
14L
14H
04H
11L
11H
08L
08H
05L
C
C
C
COL
COL
COL
05H
02L
02H
C
C
ROW
ROW
0H
0L
1H
1L
ROW
ROW
C
C
NC
NC