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RACAL INSTRUMENTS™
1260-43
1260 VXI SWITCHING CARD
THREE, 8X24 MATRIX, MODULE
Publication No.980673-067 Rev. B
Astronics Test Systems Inc.
4 Goodyear, Irvine, CA 92618
Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone]
[e-mail] [e-mail]
[e-mail] http://www.astronicstestsystems.com
Copyright 2005 by Astronics Test Systems Inc. Printed in the United States of America. All rights reserved.
This book or parts thereof may not be reproduced in any form without written permission of the publisher.
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THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING THIS
ASTRONICS TEST SYSTEMS PRODUCT
For this product, or any other Astronics Test Systems product that incorporates software drivers,
you may access our web site to verify and/or download the latest driver versions. The web address
for driver downloads is:
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If you have any questions about software driver downloads or our privacy policy, please contact us
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WARRANTY STATEMENT
All Astronics Test Systems products are designed to exacting standards and manufactured in full
compliance to our AS9100 Quality Management System processes.
This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from any modification(s) of any product or part
without Astronics Test Systems express written consent, or misuse of any product or part. The
warranty also does not apply to fuses, software, non-rechargeable batteries, damage from battery
leakage, or problems arising from normal wear, such as mechanical relay life, or failure to follow
instructions.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including any implied warranty
of merchantability or fitness for a particular use. The remedies provided herein are buyer’s sole
and exclusive remedies.
For the specific terms of your standard warranty, contact Customer Support. Please have the
following information available to facilitate service.
1. Product serial number
2. Product model number
3. Your company and contact information
You may contact Customer Support by:
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone] (USA)
Fax: [phone] (USA)
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RETURN OF PRODUCT
Authorization is required from Astronics Test Systems before you send us your product or sub-assembly for
service or calibration. Call or contact Customer Support at 1-800-722-3262 or 1-949-859-8999 or via fax at 1-
949-859-7139. We can also be reached at: [e-mail].
If the original packing material is unavailable, ship the product or sub-assembly in an ESD shielding bag and
use appropriate packing materials to surround and protect the product.
PROPRIETARY NOTICE
This document and the technical data herein disclosed, are proprietary to Astronics Test Systems, and shall
not, without express written permission of Astronics Test Systems, be used in whole or in part to solicit
quotations from a competitive source or used for manufacture by anyone other than Astronics Test Systems.
The information herein has been developed at private expense, and may only be used for operation and
maintenance reference purposes or for purposes of engineering evaluation and incorporation into technical
specifications and other documents which specify procurement of products from Astronics Test Systems.
TRADEMARKS AND SERVICE MARKS
All trademarks and service marks used in this document are the property of their respective owners.
•Racal Instruments, Talon Instruments, Trig-Tek, ActivATE, Adapt-A-Switch, N-GEN, and PAWS are
trademarks of Astronics Test Systems in the United States.
DISCLAIMER
Buyer acknowledges and agrees that it is responsible for the operation of the goods purchased and should
ensure that they are used properly and in accordance with this document and any other instructions provided
by Seller. Astronics Test Systems products are not specifically designed, manufactured or intended to be
used as parts, assemblies or components in planning, construction, maintenance or operation of a nuclear
facility, or in life support or safety critical applications in which the failure of the Astronics Test Systems
product could create a situation where personal injury or death could occur. Should Buyer purchase Astronics
Test Systems product for such unintended application, Buyer shall indemnify and hold Astronics Test
Systems, its officers, employees, subsidiaries, affiliates and distributors harmless against all claims arising out
of a claim for personal injury or death associated with such unintended use.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
Before undertaking any troubleshooting, maintenance or exploratory procedure, read carefully the
WARNINGS and CAUTION notices.
This equipment contains voltage hazardous to
human life and safety, and is capable of inflicting
personal injury.
If this instrument is to be powered from the AC line (mains) through an autotransformer,
ensure the common connector is connected to the neutral (earth pole) of the power
supply.
Before operating the unit, ensure the conductor (green wire) is connected to the ground
(earth) conductor of the power outlet. Do not use a two-conductor extension cord or a
three-prong/two-
prong adapter. This will defeat the protective feature of the third
conductor in the power cord.
Maintenance and calibration procedures sometimes call for operation of the unit with
power applied and protective covers removed. Read the procedures and heed warnings
to avoid “live” circuit points.
Before operating this instrument:
1. Ensure the proper fuse is in place for the power source to operate.
2. Ensure all other devices connected to or in proximity to this instrument are properly grounded or
connected to the protective third-wire earth ground.
If the instrument:
- fails to operate satisfactorily
- shows visible damage
- has been stored under unfavorable conditions
- has sustained stress
Do not operate until performance is checked by qualified personnel.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1...........................................................................................................................1-1
SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................................................1-1
Introduction ..............................................................................................................................1-1
Specifications...........................................................................................................................1-3
Ordering Information ................................................................................................................1-5
Chapter 2...........................................................................................................................2-1
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................2-1
Unpacking and Inspection ........................................................................................................2-1
Module Installation....................................................................................................................2-1
Module Configuration ...............................................................................................................2-2
Front Panel Connectors........................................................................................................2-5
Mating Cables.....................................................................................................................2-10
More About Maximum Current Ratings...............................................................................2-11
Installation..............................................................................................................................2-11
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Chapter 3...........................................................................................................................3-1
MODULE OPERATION ...............................................................................................................3-1
Operating Modes......................................................................................................................3-1
Operating The 1260-43 in Register-Based Mode..................................................................... 3-1
Matrix Load Configuration ...................................................................................................... 3-46
AppendixA.......................................................................................................................A-1
LOGICAL RELAY LAYOUT .........................................................................................................A-1
AppendixB.......................................................................................................................B-1
1260-43 RELAY LAYOUT............................................................................................................B-1
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List of Figures
Figure 1-1, The 1260-43..............................................................................................................1-2
Figure 2-1, 1260-43, Physical Block Diagram ..............................................................................2-3
Figure 2-2, 1260-43, Logical Block Diagram................................................................................2-4
Figure 2-3, Front Panel Connector Numbering ............................................................................2-5
Figure 3-1, Register-Based Mode of Operation............................................................................3-1
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List of Tables
Table 2-1, 1260-43 Front Panel Pinouts ......................................................................................2-6
Table 2-2, Mating Cable Manufactures......................................................................................2-10
Table 3-1, Control/ Status Register Address Offset Assignments................................................ 3-3
Table 3-2, Control/ Status Register Relay Assignments ............................................................ 3-10
Table 3-3, Matrix Load Selection ...............................................................................................3-46
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DOCUMENT CHANGE HISTORY
Revision Date Description of Change
A 11/16/09
Revised per EO 29965
Revised format to current standards. Company
name revised throughout manual. Manual now
revision letter controlled. Added Document
Change History Page v. Back of cover sheet.
Revised Warranty Statement, Return of Product,
Proprietary Notice and Disclaimer to current
standards. Removed Reshipment Instructions in
(Chap. 2-1) and removed (Chap 4). Information.
Now appears in first 2 sheets behind cover sheet.
Updated table of contents to reflect changes
made. .
Added to footer: company name… to lower corner
opposite of Page no’s i thru vi.
B 9/24/13 Revised per ECN03606 to change Table J207.
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Chapter 1
SPECIFICATIONS
Introduction The 1260-43 is an ultra high-density matrix switch card. Each
module consists of three 8x24 matrices, which are interconnected
via a 10-lane buss. On-board configuration relays allow software
control of the matrix configuration.
Multiple modules can be linked together via a front panel 10-lane
buss to form larger matrices. This allows the user to construct
very large Matrices.
With its combination of density, versatility, expandability, and
excellent signal integrity, the 1260-43 is ideal for constructing large
switching systems. It allows great flexibility in the connection of a
large numbers of instruments to a large number of test points.
The 1260-43 is an excellent choice for continuity, audio, video,
telecom, datacom, and ATE systems testing.
An Option 01T is required to communicate with any set of switch
cards. Provisions for an Option 01T is not provided for on the
1260-43. Another switch card must be in the system that has an
Option 01T installed in order for the 1260-43 to work.
The following features are included in the 1260-43
•Data-Driven embedded descriptor, allowing immediate use
with any Option-
01T switch controller, regardless of
firmware revision level.
•Three 8x24 Matrices in a Single VXI Slot
•10 Lane Matrix expansion Buss
•Programmable Load Terminations
•Link Multiple modules via the front panel
Each switch can handle current up to 2 Amps. The 1260-43 plug-
in fits into a standard VXI chassis.
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Figure 1-1, The 1260-43
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Specifications Bandwidth (-3dB)
8 x 24 cfg: > 40 MHz
1 x 4 cfg: > 40 MHz
Isolation
8 x 24 cfg:
100 KHz > 80 dB
1 MHz > 60 dB
10 MHz
1 x 4 cfg:
100 KHz > 80 dB
1 MHz > 60 dB
10 MHz
Insertion Loss
8 x 24 cfg:
10 MHz < 1 dB
40 MHz < 3 dB
1 x 4 cfg:
10 MHz < 1 dB
40 MHz < 2 dB
Crosstalk
8 x 24 cfg:
100 KHz < -70 dB
1 MHz < -55 dB
10 MHz < -38 dB
1 x 4 cfg:
100 KHz < -70 dB
1 MHz < -60 dB
10 MHz < -40 dB
Switching Voltage
AC 250 V, Max
DC 220 V, Max
Switching Current
AC 2 A, Max.
DC 2 A, Max
Switching Power
60W, 62.5 VA, Max
Path resistance
8 x 24 cfg: < 900 mΩ@ 1A, < 1.1 Ω@ 1 mA
1 x 4 cfg: < 500 mΩ@ 1A, < 600 mΩ@ 1 mA
Note: When using expansion buss in configuration, add an additional 500 mΩ
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Module Capacitance
8 x 24 cfg: < 300 pF
1 x 4 cfg: < 250 pF
Note: When using expansion buss in configuration, add an additional 50 pF
Impedance 50 Ohms @ 5 MHz
Noise Floor (100Hz B/W, 0 to 10 MHz) < -100dbm
Leakage to Ground > 100 MΩ
Impulse Withstanding Voltage > 100 Vrms
Insulation resistance > 109Ω
Relay Settling Time < 10 ms
Shock 30g, 11 ms, ½ sine wave
Vibration 0.013 in. P-P, 5-55 Hz
Bench Handling 4 in., 45°
Cooling Airflow: 5.6 liters/sec
Backpressure: 0.59 mm H2O
Temperature
Operating 0°C to +55°C
Non-operating -40°C to +75°C
Relative Humidity 85%, non-condensing at < 30°C
Altitude
Operating 10,000 feet*
Non-operating 15,000 feet
Power Requirements
(for 20 mA per energized relay)
8.5 A max. @ +5V
Weight 4.7 lbs
MTBF (including relays) 25,535 hours (MIL-HDBK-217E)
Relay Life Expectancy
Mechanical 1X108operations
Electrical 500,000 operations at 30V / 1A
Dimensions (Module) C-Size, Single Slot VXI buss Module
*Operation at 15,000 feet requires de-rating of maximum overall
power dissipation to 49W.
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Ordering
Information Listed below are part numbers for the 1260-
43 switch module.
The 1260-43 uses an IDC type of mating connector.
ITEM DESCRIPTION PART #
1260-43 Switch Module 1260-43, 3, 8 x 24, 1-wire, 2A, Multiplexer,
3 Bit Output Buss Shift 408006-001
Interconnecting Buss Cable Cable, 1260-43, 20 Position, 4”, Point to Point 602715-001
I/O Buss Cable Cable, 1260-43, 20 Position, 3’ 602715-002
I/O Buss Cable Cable, 1260-43, 34 Position, 3’ 602715-003
Additional Manual 980673-067
1260-43 Switch Module 1260-43, 3, 8 x 24, 1-wire, 2A Multiplexer, 1 Bit Output,
Buss Shift 408006 Note*
Interconnecting Buss Cable Cable, 1260-43, 20 Position, 4” with built-in 2 Bit Output
Buss Shift 602780
*Note: The 602780 cable should be used when daisy-chaining two or more 408006’s together in
order to meet the IFTE specification.
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Chapter 2
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpacking and
Inspection 1. Remove the 1260-43 module and inspect it for damage. If any
damage is apparent, inform the carrier immediately. Retain
shipping carton and pack
ing material for the carrier’s
inspection.
2. Verify that the pieces in the package you received contain the
correct 1260-43 module option and the 1260-43 Users Manual.
Notify Customer Service if the module appears damaged in
any way. Do not attempt to install a damaged module into a
VXI chassis.
3. The 1260-43 module is shipped in an anti-static bag to prevent
electrostatic damage to the module. Do not remove the
module from the anti-static bag unless it is in a static-controlled
area.
Module
Installation Installation of the 1260-43 Switching Module into a VXI mainframe,
including the setting of switches SW1-1 through SW1-
4, is
described in the Setup Section of the 1260A Option 01T Users
Manual, Publication No. 980806-999.
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