Coherent Solutions SwitchPXIe 1000 Series User manual

SwitchPXIe 1000/1100/1400 Series
Optical Switch
USER MANUAL

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Contents
1Conventions ....................................................................................................................4
2Safety Information..........................................................................................................5
3Introducing the SwitchPXIe –Optical Switch Module ...............................................6
SwitchPXIe 1x1 & 1x4 Models Overview............................................................................... 6
SwitchPXIe Crossover Models Overview .............................................................................. 7
SwitchPXIe Duplex Models Overview .................................................................................... 8
SwitchPXIe 1xN Models Overview ......................................................................................... 9
Status LED ................................................................................................................................10
3.5.1 For SwitchPXIe 1x1 and 1x4 models:..........................................................................10
3.5.2 For SwitchPXIe Crossover models: .............................................................................10
3.5.3 For SwitchPXIe Duplex models:....................................................................................10
3.5.4 For SwitchPXIe 1xN models:.........................................................................................10
4Connecting Optical Input............................................................................................ 11
Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers .............................................................................11
5Handling the SwitchPXIe Module .............................................................................. 12
SwitchPXIe Module Installation ............................................................................................12
SwitchPXIe Module Uninstallation .......................................................................................14
6CSL Software Installer Information........................................................................... 15
Installation Overview...............................................................................................................15
Installation Process.................................................................................................................15
7cohesionUI™................................................................................................................. 18
Accessing cohesionUI ............................................................................................................18
Home .........................................................................................................................................18
Modules.....................................................................................................................................19
Settings......................................................................................................................................19
Info .............................................................................................................................................20
General usage ..........................................................................................................................21
8SwitchPXIe control with cohesionUI......................................................................... 22
9Programming Guide.................................................................................................... 24
Programming Conventions....................................................................................................24
Common System Command Summary..............................................................................25
Common System Command Descriptions.........................................................................26
Specific Command Summary...............................................................................................27
Specific Command Descriptions..........................................................................................28
9.5.1 Slot Commands...............................................................................................................28
9.5.2 Configuration Commands.............................................................................................29
Multi Chassis Mode Operation..............................................................................................30

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9.6.1 NI-MAX ..............................................................................................................................30
9.6.2 SCPI Multi Chassis Commands ...................................................................................31
10 Maintenance ................................................................................................................ 32
11 Technical Support ....................................................................................................... 35
Contacting the Technical Support Group............................................................................35
Transportation..........................................................................................................................35
12 Warranty ....................................................................................................................... 36
General Information ................................................................................................................36
Liability.......................................................................................................................................36
Exclusions.................................................................................................................................36
Certification ..............................................................................................................................37
Service and Repairs.................................................................................................................37

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1Conventions
Before using the instrument described in this manual, take note of the following conventions:
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury. Do not proceed unless the required
conditions are met and understood.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury. Do not proceed unless the required
conditions are met and understood.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in component damage. Do not proceed unless the required
conditions are met and understood.
IMPORTANT
Refers to information about this product you should not overlook.

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2Safety Information
Before using the SwitchPXIe module, ensure that the following safety information had been
read and understood.
WARNING
•Do not install or terminate fibers while a light source is active. Care
must be taken to ensure that the instrument has been turned OFF
before inspecting the end face(s) of the instrument, or any optical
patch cords connected to this instrument. Never look directly into
a live fiber; ensure that your eyes are protected at all times.
•The use of controls, adjustments and procedures other than those
specified herein may result in exposure to hazardous situations or
impair the protection provided by this unit.
CAUTION
The SwitchPXIe modules are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Store the modules that are not installed in protective electrostatic
packaging.
IMPORTANT
•For electromagnetic compatibility, this instrument is a Class A
product. It is intended for use in an industrial environment. There
may be potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic
compatibility in other environments, due to conducted as well as
radiated disturbances.
•Wherever the symbol is printed on the unit, refer to the
instructions provided in the device documentation for related
safety information Ensure that the required conditions are met and
understood before using the product.

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3Introducing the SwitchPXIe –Optical Switch Module
The SwitchPXIe is an efficient solution for test procedure automation designed to be used on
the National Instruments PXIe platform. The MEMS based optical switch ensures repeatable
and low-loss switching to various test set-ups while taking advantage of the PXIe mainframe’s
flexible connectivity and high channel density form-factor.
This manual applies to SwitchPXIe-1000/1100/1400 Series.
SwitchPXIe 1x1 & 1x4 Models Overview
Note: Number of common and routing ports will depend on the selected model. SwitchPXIe-1003 shown above.
1
Fastening screw
2
Routing Indicator LED
3
Common Optical port
4
Routing Optical ports
5
PXIe Headers
6
PXIe Module/Optical Connector Information
7
Fastening clip

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SwitchPXIe Crossover Models Overview
1
Fastening screw
2
Routing Indicator LEDs
3
Red Optical ports
4
Blue Optical ports
5
PXIe Module/Optical Connector Information
6
Fastening clip
7
SwitchPXIe Module Information
8
PXIe Headers
IMPORTANT
All Crossover switch modules DO NOT HAVE A PARK STATE. When
plugging optical fibres into the ports or inspecting fibres, ensure that
the optical source is off to prevent user injury.

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SwitchPXIe Duplex Models Overview
1
Fastening screw
2
Routing Indicator LEDs
3a
Red Common Optical port
3b
Blue Common Optical port
4a
Red Input/Output Optical port 1
4b
Blue Input/Output Optical port 1
5a
Red Input/Output Optical port 2
5b
Blue Input/Output Optical port 2
6
PXIe Module/Optical Connector Information
7
Fastening clip
8
PXIe Headers
9
SwitchPXIe Module Information
IMPORTANT
All Duplex switch modules DO NOT HAVE A PARK STATE. When
plugging optical fibres into the ports or inspecting fibres, ensure that
the optical source is off to prevent user injury.

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SwitchPXIe 1xN Models Overview
Note: Number of common and routing ports will depend on the selected model. SwitchPXIe-1106 shown above.
1
Fastening screw
2
Error Status LED
3
Common Optical port
4
Routing Optical ports
5
PXIe Module/Optical Connector Information
6
Fastening clip
7
SwitchPXIe Module Information
8
PXIe Headers