Dow-Key Microwave 5105 User manual

5105 Microwave Switch System
Operation Manual
THE RF/MICROWAVE SWITCHING TECHNOLOGY SOLUTION COMPANY

Copyright Dow-Key Microwave Corporation 2005, All rights reserved.
Information in this publication supersedes that in all previously published material.
Specifications and price change privileges reserved.
Printed in the U.S.A.
Dow-Key is a registered trademark of Dow-Key Microwave Corp.
Document Number: 49101-071 Rev. 2

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WARRANTY
Dow-Key Microwave Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of 1 year from date of shipment. This warranty
does not apply to defects resulting from product tampering or modification without Dow-
Key’s express written consent. This warranty also does not apply to software, non-
rechargeable batteries, power supplies, or problems arising from normal wear or failure
to follow instructions.
To exercise this warranty, contact Dow-Key Microwave headquarters in Ventura,
California. You will be given prompt assistance and return instructions. Send the
product, transportation prepaid, to the Dow-Key headquarters. Repairs will be made
and the product returned within the quoted period of time, transportation prepaid.
Repaired or replaced products are warranted for the balance of the original warranty
period, or at least 90 days.
NEITHER DOW-KEY MICROWAVE CORPORATION NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES
SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIEDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISISNG OUT OF THE USE OF ITS INSTRUMENTS
AND SOFTWARE EVEN IF DOW-KEY MICROWAVE CORPORATION HAS BEEN
ADVISED IN ADVANCE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SUCH
EXCLUDED DAMAGES SHALL INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: COSTS OF
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION, LOSSES SUSTAINED AS THE RESULT OF INJURY
TO ANY PERSON, OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.

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Manual Revision History
The revision history shown below lists of all revisions and addendums created for this
manual. The revision levelincreases numerically as the manual undergoes subsequent
updates. Addendums are released between revisions and contain important change
information that the user should incorporate immediately into the manual. When a new
revision is created, all addendum associated with the previous revision of the manual
are incorporated into the new revision of the manual. Each new revision includes a
revised copy of this history page.
Revision 1 (Document Number 49101-071)…………………………. June 2005
Revision 2……………………………………………………………. January 2006
•Update style of manual only

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Table of Contents
1General Information...........................................................................................................1
1.1 Introduction................................................................................................................1
1.2 Specifications............................................................................................................1
1.3 Safety Precautions ...................................................................................................2
1.4 Inspection....................................................................................................................2
1.5 Maintenance...............................................................................................................2
1.6 Repacking for shipment..........................................................................................2
2System Layout....................................................................................................................3
2.1 Front Panel Layout...................................................................................................3
2.2 Rear Panel Layout.....................................................................................................3
2.3 Schematic Layout......................................................................................................4
2.4 Ethernet ERNI Pin Out Layout...............................................................................5
3Connections........................................................................................................................6
3.1 Power Connections..................................................................................................6
3.1.1 Line Voltage ..........................................................................................................6
3.1.2 Line Power Connection.......................................................................................6
3.1.3 Line Fuse Replacement ......................................................................................6
3.2 GPIB Control Connection.......................................................................................8
4Configuring the Matrix......................................................................................................9
4.1 Configuring the Matrix.............................................................................................9
4.2 MAC Address.............................................................................................................9
4.3 Ethernet Connections..............................................................................................9
4.4 Testing the Ethernet Communication ...............................................................10
4.5 Communication Problems....................................................................................10
5Manual (LOCAL) Operation...........................................................................................11
5.1 Front Panel Controls..............................................................................................11
5.2 Power On...................................................................................................................11
5.3 Manual Operation through Front Panel............................................................12
5.4 Setting RF Path through the Front Panel.........................................................12
5.5 Front Panel Controls, First Set of Menus.........................................................13
5.5.1 Set LCD Contrast (1) .........................................................................................13
5.5.2 Clear Errors Command (2)...............................................................................13
5.5.3 Clear Positions Command (3)..........................................................................14
5.5.4 GPIB Address (4) ...............................................................................................14
5.5.5 More Options (8).................................................................................................15
5.6 Front Panel Controls, Second Set of Menus...................................................15
5.6.1 IP Address Command (1).................................................................................15
5.6.2 TCP Number Command (2)..............................................................................16
5.6.3 Factory Setup (3)................................................................................................16
5.6.3 Last menu (4)......................................................................................................16
6Remote Operation............................................................................................................17
6.1 Introduction to SCPI...............................................................................................17
6.2 Command Syntax Structure.................................................................................17
6.3 Command Separators............................................................................................18
6.4 Common Commands.............................................................................................18
6.4.1 *IDN?....................................................................................................................18
6.4.2 *OPC?..................................................................................................................19

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6.4.3 *RST.....................................................................................................................19
6.4.4 *WAI......................................................................................................................19
6.5 System Commands................................................................................................20
6.5.1 SYST:ERR? ........................................................................................................20
6.6 Module Command Set ...........................................................................................22
6.6.1 [ROUTe]:MODULE<x>,<y>,<z> ......................................................................22
6.6.2 Setting module to position x,y,z.......................................................................22
6.6.3 ROUTe:CLOSURES?........................................................................................23
Appendix A ................................................................................................................................24
List of Figures
Figure 2-1 Front Panel Layout ..................................................................................................3
Figure 2-2Rear Panel................................................................................................................4
Figure 2-3 Schematic .................................................................................................................4
Figure 2-4 Erni 973101 Connector –Rear View....................................................................5
Figure 3-1 Power Entry Module ................................................................................................7
Figure 5-1 Start-up display......................................................................................................11
Figure 5-2 Main menu display.................................................................................................11
Figure 5-3 Module # 4 selected ..............................................................................................12
Figure 5-4 Module # 4, channel #2 selected.........................................................................12
Figure 5-5 Main Screen showing module 4, channel 2 output 3 selected.......................12
Figure 5-6 First Menu Commands..........................................................................................13
Figure 5-7 Contrast command display...................................................................................13
Figure 5-8 Clear errors display...............................................................................................14
Figure 5-9 Main menu display showing no errors................................................................14
Figure 5-10 Clear command display......................................................................................14
Figure 5-11 GPIB address display.........................................................................................14
Figure 5-12 Second menu commands...................................................................................15
Figure 5-13 IP address display...............................................................................................15
Figure 5-14 TCP port number display....................................................................................16
Figure 5-15 Factory setup display..........................................................................................16
List of Tables
Table 3-1 Line Fuse....................................................................................................................7
Table 3-2 GPIB Pin Assignments.............................................................................................8

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1General Information
1.1 Introduction
The Dow-Key Microwave Model 5105 is a Physical Ethernet Switch to switch
10/100base-T with the option to physically switch 1 Gbps Ethernet. The matrix
is an expandable design that allows for up to 8 modules on the rear panel that
can easily be inserted or removed by the customer.Each module contains 2
channels with each channel having 1 input to 4 outputs. Depending on the part
number determines the number of modules installed. For example a 5105-2
includes 2 modules, 5105-7 includes 7 modules. See Appendix A for all
available configurations for the Model 5105.
1.2 Specifications
Configuration: Up to 8 modules with 2 channels each
Rear Panel Connector:ERmetZD Male Con. Angle 4-10 (973101)
Impedance: 100 Ohms ±5 Ohms
Frequency Range:1 GHz
Return Loss (dB): 1 –20 MHz (ƒ) =15
20 –100 MHz (ƒ) =15 –10log10 (ƒ/20)
Near End Cross Talk (dB): 1 –100 MHz (ƒ) =27.1–16.8log10 (ƒ/100)
Contact Resistance (?): 0.1? max per switch
0.2? max per trace between input and output
Switching Speed: 50ms
Operating Temp: 0 to 50°C
Switch Type: Failsafe to Output 1
Line Voltage: 120-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Remote Control Interfaces: EHTERNET with RJ-45 Connector
GPIB with 24 position IEEE-488 Connector
Weight: 25 lbs max. (20 lbs nominal)
Dimensions: 5-1/4” H x 19” W x 20” D

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General Information
1.3 Safety Precautions
Safety precautions should be observed before using this product and any
associated instrumentation. This product is intended for use by qualified
personnel who recognize the safety precautions required to avoid possible
injury.
1.4 Inspection
The Model 5105 was carefully inspected, both electrically and mechanically
before shipment. After unpacking all items from the shipping carton, check for
any obvious signs of physical damage that may have occurred during transit.
Report any damage to the shipping agent immediately. Save the original
packing carton for possible future reshipment. The following items are included
with every Model5105 order.
•Model 5105 Switch System
•Model 5105 Operation Manual, Document Number 49101-071
•Power Cord, Part Number 40203-005
1.5 Maintenance
The Model 5105 requires no periodic maintenance. Should any problems arise,
contact Dow-Key Microwave immediately for necessary repairs. This system is
not field repairable.
1.6 Repacking for shipment
Should it become necessary to return the Model 5105 for repair, carefully pack
the unit in its original packing carton or the equivalent, and follow these
instructions:
•Call the Repair Department at 1-805-650-0260 for a Return Material
Authorization (RMA) number.
•Advise as to the warranty status of the Model5105.
•Write ATTENTION REPAIR DEPARTMENT and the RMA number on the
shipping label.

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2System Layout
2.1 Front Panel Layout
Figure 2-1 shows the general layout of the front panel of the Model 5105 which
includes:
•4 x 40 LCD Display
•16 Button Keypad
Figure 2-1 Front Panel Layout
KEYPAD DISPLAY
2.2 Rear Panel Layout
Figure 2-2 shows the general layout of the rear panel of the Model5105 which
includes:
•Up to Eight 5107 Modules
•Power Entry Module with built in Fuse
•Ethernet: RJ-45 Connector
•GPIB Control: IEEE-488 Interface Connector

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System Layout
Figure 2-2Rear Panel
Power Entry Module
Line Fuse Module Number
2.3 Schematic Layout
Figure 2-3Schematic
SHOWN IN FAILSAFE POSITION