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HP E1433A
8-Channel 196 kSa/sec Digitizer plus DSP
User’s Guide
Part Number E1433-90008
Printed in U.S.A
Print Date: April 1999, Sixth Edition
Hewlett-Packard Company, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999. All rights reserved.
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In This Book
The HP E1433A 8-Channel 196 kSa/s Digitizer plus DSP is a C-size VXI
module. “196 kSa/s” refers to the maximum sample rate of 196608 samples
per second. The HP E1433A may contain either one or two 4-channel
input assemblies so that the module may have a total of up to 8 inputs.
The module plugs into a single C-size slot in a VXI mainframe.
This book documents the HP E1433A module, including information on how
to use it. It provides:
qInstallation information.
qExamples to help you get started, with information on how to use the
VXIplug&play Host Interface Library functions. There is also a chapter about the
C-Language version of the Host Interface Library. There are instructions for
printing the Function Reference for the Host Interface Library if desired. The
Function Reference can be accessed by way of online manual pages and online
help.
qInformation on how to use the HP E1433A.
qA descriptions of the module.
qDescriptions of the Arbitrary Source and Tachometer options.
qDescriptions of the Break Out Boxes which can be used with the module.
qService information (troubleshooting and replacing assemblies).
qDetails about the module’s VXI registers (as an appendix for those who may want
this additional information).
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
In This Book iii
1 Installing the HP E1433A
Installing the HP E1433A 1-2
To inspect the HP E1433A 1-2
To install the HP E1433A 1-3
Install the host interface libraries 1-6
To store the module 1-6
To transport the module 1-7
2 Getting Started With the HP E1433A
Introduction 2-2
To install the VXIplug&play libraries 2-3
System Requirements (Microsoft Windows95 and NT) 2-3
System Requirements (HP-UX 9.05) 2-3
System Requirements (HP-UX 10.2) 2-3
HP E1432A Software Distribution 2-3
Getting Updates Via FTP (HP-UX) 2-4
Getting Updates Via FTP (Windows) 2-4
To install the Windows VXIplug&play drivers for the HP E1432A
(for Windows 95 and Windows NT). 2-4
To install the HP-UX VXIplug&play drivers for the HP E1433A
(for HP-UX systems): 2-6
The Resource Manager 2-6
The VXIplug&play Soft Front Panel (SFP) 2-7
Using the soft front panel. 2-7
HP VEE example programs 2-10
scope.vee 2-10
minimum.vee 2-14
Other HP VEE example programs 2-16
C-Language Host Interface Library example programs 2-17
Demo Programs 2-17
Running a demo program: semascope.c 2-18
Visual Basic example programs 2-19
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3 Using the HP E1433A
Introduction 3-2
What is VXIplug&play? 3-3
Overview 3-3
VXIplug&play drivers 3-3
Manufacturer and model codes 3-4
The Soft Front Panel (SFP) 3-5
Header and Library Files 3-6
Channels and groups 3-7
Channel Groups 3-7
Initialization 3-7
Creating a Channel Group 3-8
Input, Source, and Tach Channels 3-8
Multiple-module/mainframe Measurements 3-9
Grouping of Channels/Modules 3-9
Multiple-module Measurements 3-9
Possible Trigger Line Conflict 3-10
Managing Multiple-mainframe Measurements 3-11
Synchronization in Multiple-mainframe Measurements 3-14
Module Features 3-15
Data Flow Diagram and FIFO Architecture 3-15
Base Sample Rates 3-17
Measurement Process 3-23
Measurement Setup and Control 3-23
Parameter Settings 3-24
Measurement Initialization 3-24
Measurement Loop 3-25
Register-based VXI Devices 3-26
Arm and Trigger 3-27
HP E1433A Triggering. 3-28
Trigger Level 3-29
Data Transfer Modes 3-30
HP E1433A Interrupt Behavior 3-32
Data Gating 3-34
HP E1433A Parameters 3-34
New features of the HP E1432A/HP E1433A software 3-36
Averaging 3-36
Continuous re-sampled data 3-36
Fast span or range change 3-36
Peak level detection (HP E1433A only) 3-36
RMS level computation (HP E1433A only) 3-36
Time arming 3-37
Weighting filters (HP E1433A only) 3-37
Zoom (HP E1432A only) 3-37
Zoom (for the Arbitrary Source, option 1D4) 3-37
Auto range 3-37
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Where to get more information 3-38
The Function Reference for VXIplug&play 3-38
The Function Reference for the Host Interface Library (C-language version)
3-38
4 The C-Language Host Interface Library
Introduction 4-2
Header and Library Files 4-3
Parameter Information 4-4
Description of HP E1433A Parameters 4-4
Parameter Lists 4-5
Channel and Group IDs 4-10
Multiple-module/Mainframe Measurements 4-12
Grouping of Channels/Modules 4-12
Multiple-module Measurements 4-12
Possible Trigger Line Conflict 4-13
Managing Multiple-mainframe Measurements 4-14
Synchronization in Multiple-mainframe Measurements 4-17
Measurement Process 4-18
Measurement Setup and Control 4-18
Parameter Settings 4-19
Measurement initialization 4-19
Measurement Loop 4-20
Register-based VXI Devices 4-21
Arm and Trigger 4-22
HP E1433A Triggering. 4-23
Data Transfer Modes 4-24
HP E1433A Interrupt Behavior 4-26
Data Gating 4-28
HP E1433A Parameters 4-29
For More Information 4-29
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5 Module Description
Module Features 5-2
General Features 5-2
Arbitrary Source Features (option 1D4) 5-2
Tachometer Features (option AYF) 5-2
Other Options 5-2
Block Diagram 5-3
HP E1433A Front Panel Description 5-5
Front panels for four or eight channels 5-5
Standard Front Panel 5-6
VXI Backplane Connections 5-8
Power Supplies and Ground 5-8
Data Transfer Bus 5-8
DTB Arbitration Bus 5-8
Priority Interrupt Bus 5-8
Utility Bus 5-8
The Local Bus (Option UGV) 5-9
The HP E1433A VXI Device 5-10
Address Space 5-10
Shared Memory 5-10
Memory Map 5-10
List of A16 Registers 5-12
Trigger Lines (TTLTRG) 5-13
Providing an External Clock 5-14
Calibration Description 5-15
6 The Arbitrary Source Option (1D4)
Arbitrary Source Description 6-2
Trigger 6-2
Arbitrary Output 6-2
Source Output Modes 6-2
COLA (and Summer) 6-2
External Shutdown 6-2
Block Diagram 6-3
The Arbitrary Source Option Front Panel 6-4
LED’s and Connectors for the Arbitrary Source Option 6-5
Updating the arbitrary source firmware 6-5
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7 The Tachometer
Option (AYF)
Tachometer Description 7-2
Tachometer Inputs 7-2
External Trigger Input 7-2
Trigger Level 7-2
Tachometer Monitoring 7-2
Exact RPM Triggering 7-2
Input Count Division 7-3
Holdoff Time 7-3
Block Diagram 7-3
The Tachometer Option Front Panel 7-4
LED’s and Connectors for the Tachometer Option. 7-5
8 Break Out Boxes
Introduction 8-2
Service 8-2
The HP E1432-61600 and HP E1432-61602 Break Out Boxes 8-3
HP E1432-61602 Voltage-type Break Out Box 8-4
HP E1432-61600 ICP-type Break Out Box 8-4
Break Out Box Grounding 8-4
Break Out Box Cables 8-5
Making a Custom Break Out Box Cable 8-5
Recommendations on wiring for the E1432/3A 4 Channel Input Connector
8-7
9 Troubleshooting the HP E1433A
Diagnostics 9-2
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10 Replacing Assemblies
Replaceable Parts 10-2
Ordering Information 10-2
Direct Mail Order System 10-2
Code Numbers 10-3
Assemblies: without option AYF or 1D4 10-4
Assemblies: with option AYF 10-6
Assemblies: with option 1D4 10-8
Cables: without option AYF or 1D4 10-10
Cables: with option AYF 10-11
Cables: with option 1D4 10-12
Front Panel 10-13
To remove the top cover 10-14
To remove the front panel 10-15
To remove the input assemblies 10-18
To remove the option AYF assembly 10-20
To remove the option 1D4 assembly 10-21
To remove the A22/A24 assembly 10-22
To remove the A10/A11 assembly 10-23
11 Backdating
Backdating 11-2
Appendix A Register Definitions
The HP E1433A VXI Registers A-2
The A16 Registers A-2
The A24 Registers A-4
32-bit Registers A-10
Command/Response Protocol A-11
DSP Protocol A-13
DSP Bus Registers A-14
HP E1433A Technical Specifications
Glossary
Index
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Installing the HP E1433A
This chapter contains instructions for installing the HP E1433A 8-Channel
196 kSa/sec Digitizer plus DSP Module and its drivers. This chapter also
includes instructions for transporting and storing the module.
To inspect the HP E1433A
The HP E1433A 8-Channel 196 kSa/sec Digitizer plus DSP Module was
carefully inspected both mechanically and electrically before shipment.
It should be free of marks or scratches, and it should meet its published
specifications upon receipt.
If the module was damaged in transit, do the following:
qSave all packing materials.
qFile a claim with the carrier.
qCall your Hewlett-Packard sales and service office.
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To install the HP E1433A
Caution To protect circuits from static discharge, observe anti-static techniques
whenever handling the HP E1433A 8-Channel 196 kSa/s Digitizer plus DSP
Module.
1Set up your VXI mainframe. See the installation guide for your mainframe.
2Select a slot in the VXI mainframe for the HP E1433A module.
The HP E1433A module’s local bus receives ECL-level data from the
module immediately to its left and outputs ECL-level data to the module
immediately to its right. Every module using the local bus is keyed to
prevent two modules from fitting next to each other unless they are
compatible. If you will be using the local bus, select adjacent slots
immediately to the left of the data-receiving module. The local bus can
support up to four HP E1433A modules at full span at real time data rates.
If the VXI Bus is used, maximum data rates will be reduced but the
module can be placed in any available slot.
3Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, set the logical address configuration
switch on the HP E1433A.
(See the illustration on the next page.) Each module in the system must
have a unique logical address. The factory default setting is 0000 1000
(8). If an HP-IB command module will be controlling the HP E1433A
module, select an address that is a multiple of 8. If your VXI system
dynamically configures logical addresses, set the switch to 255.
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4Check the settings of the Boot Source and ROM Programming switches on the
bottom of the module.
Set switches 1 and 3 (BS1 and BS3) up, and all the other switches down.
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5Set the mainframe’s power switch to standby ( O
I
).
Caution Installing or removing the module with power on may damage components in
the module.
6Place the module’s card edges (top and bottom) into the module guides in the
slot.
7Slide the module into the mainframe until the module connects firmly with the
backplane connectors. Make sure the module slides in straight.
8Attach the module’s front panel to the mainframe chassis using the module’s
captive mounting screws.
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Install the host interface libraries
After the hardware has been assembled, the next step in installing the
HP E1433A is to install the host interface libraries. Refer to the chapter
titled “Getting Started With the HP E1433A”to continue the installation
process.
To store the module
Store the module in a clean, dry, and static free environment.
For other requirements, see storage and transport restrictions in the
chapter titled: “Specifications.”
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To transport the module
•Package the module using the original factory packaging or packaging identical
to the factory packaging.
Containers and materials identical to those used in factory packaging are
available through Hewlett-Packard offices.
•If returning the module to Hewlett-Packard for service, attach a tag describing
the following:
qType of service required
qReturn address
qModel number
qFull serial number
In any correspondence, refer to the module by model number and full serial
number.
•Mark the container FRAGILE to ensure careful handling.
•If necessary to package the module in a container other than original
packaging, observe the following (use of other packaging is not recommended):
qWrap the module in heavy paper or anti-static plastic.
qProtect the front panel with cardboard.
qUse a double-wall carton made of at least 350-pound test material.
qCushion the module to prevent damage.
Caution Do not use styrene pellets in any shape as packing material for the module. The
pellets do not adequately cushion the module and do not prevent the module
from shifting in the carton. In addition, the pellets create static electricity which
can damage electronic components.
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Getting Started With the
HP E1433A
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