Marvin Test Solutions GX5280 User manual

GTDIO
GT-DIO Product Family
GX5280
Dynamic Digital I/O PXI Cards
User’s Guide
Last Updated August 14, 2013

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Safety and Handling
Each product shipped by Marvin Test Solutions is carefully inspected and tested prior to shipping. The shipping box
provides protection during shipment, and can be used for storage of both the hardware and the software when they
are not in use.
The circuit boards are extremely delicate and require care in handling and installation. Do not remove the boards
from their protective plastic coverings or from the shipping box until you are ready to install the boards into your
computer.
If a board is removed from the computer for any reason, be sure to store it in its original shipping box. Do not store
boards on top of workbenches or other areas where they might be susceptible to damage or exposure to strong
electromagnetic or electrostatic fields. Store circuit boards in protective anti-electrostatic wrapping and away from
electromagnetic fields.
Be sure to make a single copy of the software CD for installation. Store the original CD in a safe place away from
electromagnetic or electrostatic fields. Return compact disks (CD) to their protective case or sleeve and store in the
original shipping box or other suitable location.
Warranty
Marvin Test Solutions products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12
months. Marvin Test Solutions shall repair or replace (at its discretion) any defective product during the stated
warranty period. The software warranty includes any revisions or new versions released during the warranty period.
Revisions and new versions may be covered by a software support agreement. If you need to return a board, please
contact Marvin Test Solutions Customer Technical Services Department via http://www.marvintest.com/magic/ - the
Marvin Test Solutions on-line support system.
If You Need Help
Visit our web site at http://www.marvintest.com more information about Marvin Test Solutions products, services
and support options. Our web site contains sections describing support options and application notes, as well as a
download area for downloading patches, example, patches and new or revised instrument drivers. To submit a
support issue including suggestion, bug report or questions please use the following link:
http://www.marvintest.com/magic/
You can also use Marvin Test Solutions technical support phone line [phone]. This service is available
between 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM Pacific Standard Time.
Disclaimer
In no event shall Marvin Test Solutions or any of its representatives be liable for any consequential damages
whatsoever (including unlimited damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business
information, or any other losses) arising out of the use of or inability to use this product, even if Marvin Test
Solutions has been advised of the possibility for such damages.
Copyright
Copyright 2003-2013 by Marvin Test Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this document can be
reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written consent of Marvin Test Solutions.

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(prior company name)
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Table of Contents
Safety and Handling...................................................................................................................................................i
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If You Need Help....................................................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
Disclaimer............................................................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.
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Table of Contents.......................................................................................................................................iii
Chapter 1 - Introduction .............................................................................................................................1
About This User Guide.............................................................................................................................................1
Required User Knowledge and Skills ..................................................................................................................1
Scope and Organization .......................................................................................................................................1
Related Documents ..............................................................................................................................................1
Style Conventions ................................................................................................................................................2
Definitions............................................................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2 - Overview ..................................................................................................................................3
Introduction...............................................................................................................................................................3
Computer Bus Interface .......................................................................................................................................3
DIO Domains.......................................................................................................................................................4
GX5280 Architecture and Capabilities.....................................................................................................................5
GX5280 Models and Accessories.............................................................................................................................7
Chapter 3 - Installation and Setup.............................................................................................................9
Getting Started..........................................................................................................................................................9
Packing List ..............................................................................................................................................................9
Unpacking and Inspection.......................................................................................................................................10
System Requirements.........................................................................................................................................10
Installation of the GTDIO Software........................................................................................................................10
Overview of the GTDIO Software..........................................................................................................................11
Configuring Your PXI System using the PXI/PCI Explorer...................................................................................12
Board Installation....................................................................................................................................................13
Before you Begin ...............................................................................................................................................13
Electric Static Discharge (ESD) Precautions .....................................................................................................13
Board Selector Switch Settings...............................................................................................................................14
Installing a Board....................................................................................................................................................14
Plug & Play Driver Installation...............................................................................................................................15
Removing a Board ..................................................................................................................................................17

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Verifying the Installation........................................................................................................................................17
Initializing DIO Boards......................................................................................................................................17
Chapter 4 - Theory of Operation..............................................................................................................19
Architecture ............................................................................................................................................................19
Masters and Slaves..................................................................................................................................................20
I/O Channels...........................................................................................................................................................20
Channel is set to be in output mode ...................................................................................................................21
Channel is set to be in input mode .....................................................................................................................21
Clock and Strobe Signals........................................................................................................................................22
A timing diagram of the CLK and Strobe signals is shown in Figure 4-4..............................................................23
Memory Management.............................................................................................................................................23
Vector Program Control..........................................................................................................................................24
Vector Program Control States...............................................................................................................................26
Halt State ................................................................................................................................................................26
Pause State..............................................................................................................................................................26
Run State.................................................................................................................................................................26
Trigger Command...................................................................................................................................................27
PC (Software) Trigger ............................................................................................................................................27
External Trigger......................................................................................................................................................27
External Trigger Control Line............................................................................................................................27
External Event Lines..........................................................................................................................................27
PXI Trigger Bus Line Trigger.................................................................................................................................28
Pause Command .....................................................................................................................................................28
PC (Software) Pause...............................................................................................................................................28
External Pause ........................................................................................................................................................28
External Pause Control Line ..............................................................................................................................28
External Pause Event Lines................................................................................................................................29
PXI Trigger Bus Line Pause ...................................................................................................................................29
Other Features of the GX5280 Board .....................................................................................................................29
X Register ..........................................................................................................................................................29
B Clock Source ..................................................................................................................................................29
Appendix A - Connectors and Cables.....................................................................................................31
Overview.................................................................................................................................................................31
DIO Connectors......................................................................................................................................................32
J1 I/O TTL Signals (68-Pin to UUT)......................................................................................................................33
J2 I/O LVDS Signals (68-Pin to UUT)...................................................................................................................34
J3 Timing Signals Connector..................................................................................................................................35

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J4 Control Connector..............................................................................................................................................36
Appendix B - Specifications.....................................................................................................................39
GX5280 DIO Specifications...................................................................................................................................39
Index...........................................................................................................................................................41

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Chapter 1 - Introduction 1
Chapter 1 - Introduction
About This User Guide
This User Guide provides information needed to install, configure, program and use Marvin Test Solutions’ GX5280
digital I/O (DIO) boards. Supporting boards such as I/O modules, accessories and software are discussed in related
User Guides.
Required User Knowledge and Skills
This User Guide assumes a general knowledge of PC-based computers and some knowledge of electronics.
Scope and Organization
The User Guide is organized as follows:
Chapter
Content
Chapter 1
Introduction –Introduces this User Guide.
Chapter 2
Overview –Summarizes DIO GX5280 family, board features, architecture, hardware and driver.
Chapter 3
Installation and Setup –Furnishes step-by-step directions for installing and setting up the
software and hardware.
Chapter 4
Theory of Operation –Provides a functional hardware description.
Appendix A
Connectors –Supplies connector definitions and pin assignments.
Appendix B
Specifications –Provides a summary of the GX5280’s specifications.
Index
Provides a roadmap to important topics and concepts in this manual.
Related Documents
The following documents contain related information and are considered an integral part of this User Guide:
DIO Software User Guide –Information about Panel and the DIOEasy Windows application and introduction
to programming the board.
DIO Programming Reference –Reference information about the DIO Driver library functions (API) and the
DIO script objects.

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Style Conventions
Example
Description
Copy or Paste
Commands are indicated in bold type.
Shift+F1
Keys are often used in combination. The example to the left instructs the user to hold down
the shift key while pressing the FI key at the same time. When key combination instructions
are separated by commas (such as ALT+D, A), hold the ALT key while pressing D, then
press A.
Direction Keys
Refer to the up arrow (), down arrow (), right arrow (), and left arrow () keys.
cd bold
Bolded text must be entered from the keyboard exactly as shown.
cd directory name
Italicized text is a placeholder for variables or other items the user must define and enter from
the keyboard.
examples
Examples and source code are indicated in Courier, a fixed pitch font.
0xhexnumber
An integer in hexadecimal notation, for example, 0x10A equals 266 in decimal.
Definitions
The following table defines terms commonly used in this document:
Term
Definition
DIO
Digital Input/Output (I/O).
DIO board
Generically, any of Marvin Test Solutions’ digital Input/Output circuit boards
in any board family. The context could restrict it to the GX5280 family.
GX5280 domain
A system based on GX5280 Master & Slave boards. These include I/O
Module daughter boards, and associated cables and software.
Master board
Refers specifically to the GX5280 DIO circuit board when used as a Master.
Slave or GX5280 board
Refers specifically to the GX5280 DIO circuit board when used as a Slave.
I/O User Guide
The DIO I/O Modules and Interface User Guide
Step
One in a sequence of test intervals. DIO boards run through a programmed
sequence of steps.
Software User Guide (or variants)
The DIO Software User Guide and Programming Reference provided with
GX5280 DIO boards.
Testware
Test software. It includes test vectors loaded and run on the DIO system, as
well as driver commands used to load the boards and read results.
Vector or Test vector
A sequence of stimuli applied to the pins of a unit under test.
VHD connector
Very High Density. Used to describe a SCSI 3 type connector with very small
pin spacing.