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CPDL-100A Programmable Delay Line
Operating and Programming Manual
1715 114th Avenue SE
Woodridge Building –Suite 112
Bellevue, WA 98004
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Certification and Warranty
CERTIFICATION
Colby Instruments certifies that the CPDL-100A Programmable Delay Line Instrument
meets all published specifications at the time the instrument is shipped from the
manufacturer. SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT
NOTIFICATION.
WARRANTY
The product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one
year from date of shipment. During the warranty period, Colby Instruments will at its
option, either repair or replace the product or item which proves to be defective.
Replacement products may be either new or like-new.
EXCESSIVE WEAR OF CONNECTORS, THE TROMBONE UNIT, THE
COAXIAL RELAYS, AND OTHER RELAYS CARRYING THE SIGNAL, ARE
NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. THE FOREGOING WARRANTY
SHALL NOT APPLY TO DEFECTS RESULTING FROM IMPROPER CARE
OR USE OF THE INSTRUMENT BY THE BUYER. THIS SHALL APPLY TO
ALL COMPONENTS DELIVERED TO THE BUYER.
For warranty service or repair, this product must be returned to Colby Instruments. The
Buyer shall prepay all shipping charges for the shipment of item to Colby Instruments.
Colby Instruments shall pay the shipping charges to return the product to the Buyer.
However, the Buyer shall be responsible for ALL shipping charges, duties and taxes for
product returned to Colby Instruments from outside the United States of America.
BUYER MUST OBTAIN A RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION NUMBER
(RMA #) FROM COLBY INSTRUMENTS PRIOR TO THE SHIPMENT OF ANY
ITEM TO COLBY INSTRUMENTS. SHIP TO:
Colby Instruments
Attn: RMA # ________
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Woodridge Building –Suite 112
Bellevue, Washington 98004
USA
No other warranty is expressed or implied. Colby Instruments specifically disclaims the
implied warranties or merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The remedies
provided herein are the Buyer's sole and exclusive remedies. Colby Instruments shall not
be liable for any direct or special, incidental or consequential damages, whether based on
contract, tort, or any other legal theory.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1.0
Description of the CPDL-100A Programmable Delay Line ............... 1
1.0.1 Introduction ......................................................................... 1
Chapter 2.0
Getting Started .............................................................................. 3
2.0.1 Using the CPDL-100A for the First Time............................... 3
2.0.2 Self-Test After Power Up ..................................................... 4
2.0.3 Self-Test without MT-100A Microterminal connected ............ 4
2.0.4 Self-Test with MT-100A Microterminal connected ................. 5
Chapter 3.0..................................................................................... 7
Using the Front Panel Connections ................................................. 7
3.0.1 Overview of the Front Panel Connections............................. 7
Chapter 4.0
Setting Delay Values ...................................................................... 9
4.1.0 Working with the MT-100A Microterminal ............................. 9
4.1.1 The MT-100A Microterminal at a glance..............................10
4.1.2 Working with the MT-100A Microterminal Keypad................11
4.2.0 Setting Delay with the MT-100A Microterminal ....................13
4.3.0 The MT-100A Menu Keys –SETUP.....................................14
4.3.1 The MT-100A Menu Keys –SETUP cont. ............................15
4.3.2 About the SETUP Menu options..........................................15
4.3.3 SETUP Menu –GPIB Address.............................................15
4.3.4 SETUP Menu –Network Addresses.....................................16
4.3.5 SETUP Menu –RS-232 Terminal Mode or MT-100A Mode ..16
4.4.0 The MT-100A Menu Keys –DIAG........................................17
4.4.1 About the DIAG Menu options.............................................17
4.5.0 Working Remotely Through the GPIB Interface ..................19
4.5.1 Connecting remotely over GPIB (IEEE488.2) .....................19
4.5.2 Setting the GPIB (IEEE488.2) Address ...............................19
4.5.3 Setting the delay using GPIB(IEEE488.2) Commands .........20
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4.5.4 Using NI Measurement and Automation Explorer 20
4.6.0 Communicating with the CPDL-100A over Ethernet TCP/IP.21
4.6.1 Default Network Addresses ................................................................22
4.6.1.1 Programming over the Ethernet TCP/IP ..........................................22
4.6.2 Using HyperTerminal and Ethernet (TCP/IP) .....................................22
4.7.0 Setting the delay over RS-232 Serial Port and PC ...............25
4.7.1 Attaching the MT-100A Microterminal to the RS-232 port ..................25
4.7.2 Attaching the PC to the RS-232 port ..................................................25
4.7.2.1 Programming over the RS-232 connection......................................26
4.7.2.2 Error Checking ................................................................................26
4.7.3 Using HyperTerminal and RS-232 connection ...................................26
Chapter 5.0....................................................................................29
Common Commands .....................................................................29
5.1.0 Summary of Common Commands .........................................29
*CLS Clear Status COMMAND .......................................................30
*ESE Event Status Enable COMMAND...........................................31
*ESE? Event Status Enable Mask QUERY .......................................32
*ESR? Operation Complete QUERY .................................................32
*IDN? Identification QUERY .............................................................33
*RST Reset COMMAND..................................................................34
*TST? Test Operation Query QUERY ...............................................35
*OPC Operation Complete COMMAND ...........................................36
Chapter 6.0....................................................................................37
System Commands .......................................................................37
6.1.0 Summary of System Commands.........................................37
DEC DECREMENT COMMAND ....................................................38
DEL Delay COMMAND ..................................................................38
DEL? Delay QUERY ........................................................................39
ERR? ERROR QUERY ....................................................................40
INC INCREMENT COMMAND......................................................40
NET NETWORK COMMAND.........................................................41
NET? NETWORK ADDRESS QUERY.............................................42
NETM? NETWORK MAC_ID ADDRESS QUERY ..............................43
REL RELAY COMMAND ...............................................................44
REL? RELAY QUERY......................................................................45
RELC RELC COMMAND..................................................................46
STEP STEP COMMAND..................................................................47
STEP? STEP SIZE QUERY ...............................................................48
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Chapter 7.0....................................................................................49
Instrument Backpanel ...................................................................49
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Chapter 1 Description of the CPDL-100A Programmable Delay Line
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Description of the CPDL-100A
Programmable Delay Line Instrument____
1.0.1 Introduction
The CPDL-100A Programmable Delay Line Instrument Series offers a range of
variable and programmable delay beginning from 0 delay (DC) to a customer
specified maximum delay (depending on specific model) in a single system unit.
With resolution precision to 10 picoseconds per step (minimum resolution is also
specified by the customer) and wideband signal frequency input from DC to 18
GHz, the CPDL-100A is the finest custom programmable delay line instrument
available in the marketplace.
The CPDL-100A Series offers electrical delay through use of microwave relays
and low-loss precision-cut semi-rigid coaxial cables added into the signal path.
By varying the precision cut cable lengths and/or number of microwave relays
utilized, customers are able to specify a configurable maximum limit up to 200
nanoseconds of total delay. The step size resolution (10 picoseconds minimum) is
also custom configurable to larger step sizes.
All signal input and output connections are easily accessible at the front panel and
are terminated with Female SMA (50 ohm impedance) connectors.
CPDL-100A Series Instruments are programmable and can be locally controlled
through a MT-100A Microterminal (optional accessory available separately) or
remotely through GPIB (IEEE 488.2), Ethernet TCP/IP, and RS-232 Serial
interfaces.
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Chapter 2 Getting Started
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Getting Started______________________
2.0.1 Using the CPDL-100A for the First Time
After unpacking the instrument, carefully inspect it for any shipping damage.
Remove all standard accessories from the shipping carton.
CPDL-100A BACKPANEL
85 to 240
VAC
FAN
Ethernet Port
IEEE488.2
MT-100A or RS-232
GPIB ADDRESS
1. Insert AC Power Cord
2. Insert MT-100A DB-9 cable (optional)
3. Insert GPIB Cable (optional)
The CPDL-100A accepts AC line input voltage from 85VAC to 240VAC.
Connecting to the CPDL-100A:
1. Plug in the CPDL-100A to a power source by inserting the AC power
cord into the 85 to 240 VAC power entry module located on the
backpanel.
Note: Models delivered to customers in North America include a
power cord. Customers outside of North America must supply their
own power cords. The power entry module uses a standard IEC
connector.
2. If you have the optional MT-100A Microterminal, connect the mated
cable to the CPDL-100A and to the MT-100A Microterminal.
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3. If you have a GPIB (IEEE488.2) interface cable, connect the cable into
the IEEE488.2 connector.
Model CPDL-100A FRONT PANEL
4. Push the flat rocker switch on the front panel to turn on the CPDL-
100A System Unit.
2.0.2 Self-Test After Power Up
Both the MT-100A Microterminal and the CPDL-100A System Unit each use an
embedded microprocessor to perform all necessary tasks. After you power up the
CPDL-100A System Unit, both microprocessors will initiate a self-test.
2.0.3 Self-Test without MT-100A Microterminal connected
The CPDL-100A perform a self-test and check the settings of each relay by power
cycling all relays to OFF, ON, and then OFF. The delay is reset to its zero delay
(0 ns) position and the unit is ready to accept commands.
The CPDL-100A is now ready to accept commands from any of the
attached interfaces (GPIB, TCP/IP, or RS-232).
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2.0.4 Self-Test with MT-100A Microterminal connected
The following sequence is displayed on the MT-100A Microterminal LCD:
1.
MT-100A V1.0
COLBYINSTRUMENTS
2.
CPDL-100A-10.0ns
..INITIALIZING..
3.
10.00 NS RANGE
1.00 NS STEP
See also Section 4.1.1 The MT-100A Microterminal at a glance.
The CPDL-100A will now check the settings of each relay by power cycling all
relays to OFF, ON, and then OFF. The delay is reset to its zero delay (0 ns)
position and the unit is ready to accept commands.
The MT-100A Microterminal LCD screen will display as shown below:
0.0000ns |C| 0
The CPDL-100A is now ready to accept commands from the MT-100A
Microterminal or via any of the attached interfaces (GPIB, TCP/IP, or RS-
232).
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Chapter 3 Using the Front Panel Connections
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Using the Front Panel Connections______
3.0.1 Overview of the Front Panel Connections
The Custom Programmable Delay Line Instrument (CPDL-100A) instrument has
two connectors located on the front panel, SIGNAL IN, and SIGNAL OUT. Both
are terminated with SMA FEMALE connectors.
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Chapter 4 Setting Delay Values
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Setting Delay Values_________________
There are two general methods to set delay values:
Locally via the MT-100A Microterminal (numeric keypad entry)
Remotely via the GPIB (IEEE488.2) Interface, the Ethernet TCP/IP Port
interface, or via the Serial Port RS-232 interface.
4.1.0 Working with the MT-100A Microterminal
Make sure the CPDL-100A is powered off. Connect the Microterminal to the
instrument. After turning the ON/OFF switch located on the front panel of the
CPDL-100A unit, you will hear a short beep indicating that both the MT-100A
and the CPDL-100A units have successfully powered up.
The CPDL-100A will then perform a initialization self-test and power cycle the
relays. Upon successfully completing these tests, the Microterminal unit will
display:
0.0000ns |C| 0
The CPDL-100A system unit is now ready to accept delay settings.
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4.1.1 The MT-100A Microterminal at a glance
1.5080ns |S|0
Numeric Key Input Area
Current Delay Setting
Device Mode:
S = Series Connected Trombone
P = Parallel Connected Trombone
C = CPDL
Error Code:
0 = No error
1 = Invalid command
2 = Invalid argument
3 = Calibration failed
4 = Delay range limit
5 = Delay not set
99 = Buffer Overflow
SETUP DIAG ns/ps CLEAR
7 8 9
4 5 6 -
=
1 2 3
. 0 ENTER
Press ENTER to set delay
+
=
SETUP Menu DIAG Menu ns/ps toggle CLEAR key
Backspace
key
Decrement
key
Increment
key
MT-100A Microterminal
Units
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4.1.2 Working with the MT-100A Microterminal Keypad
SETUP DIAG ns/ps CLEAR
7 8 9
4 5 6 -
=
1 2 3
. 0 ENTER
+
=
SETUP
SETUP Menu. The SETUP Menu offers these options:
1. Display GPIB Address and Set/Display Network address
2. Set Series Connected or Parallel Connected Mode
3. Turn OFF/ON Terminal or MT-100A mode
See Section 4.2.0 The MT-100A Menu Keys - SETUP
DIAG
DIAG Menu. The DIAG Menu offers these options:
1. Turn ON/OFF any or all relays if installed
2. Perform Calibration and self-test
3. Reset the PDL-100A
See Section 4.2.0 The MT-100A Menu Keys –DIAG
ns/ps
Toggles between display delay setting values in nanoseconds(ns)
or picoseconds(ps) units.
CLEAR
Clear the last entry and return to normal operating mode
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