Pickering 60-103D User manual

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LXI/USB 18-Slot Modular Chassis 60-103D
ISSUE 1.0 JAN 2023
yGigabit Ethernet Interface
yUSB3 Control
yAccepts More Than 1000 Pickering Interfaces
PXI 3U Switch and Simulation Modules
yAccepts most Pickering Interfaces 3U
PXI Instrumentation Modules
yApplications From Simple Switching
to RF, Microwave and Optical
yFront Panel IP Address Display
ySequence Service & Triggering Option
yLow Audible Operating Noise
y3 Year Warranty
cPCI
Backplane
3U PXI Modules
Embedded
Controller
60-103D
Chassis
1 6
PCI
Interface
LAN
Interface
USB
Interface
Control Computer
Control
via
Ethernet
or USB
2 3 4 5
Power
Supply
Scan List
Sequencing
& Triggering
(60-103D
-002 only)
Triggering I/O
(60-103D-002 only)
7 128 9 10 11 13 1814 15 16 17
Plugging Pickering Interfaces PXI modules into the 60-103D LXI/USB Modular Chassis provides an LXI
compliant switching platform. A simple Ethernet lead is the only physical control connection required.
The 60-103D is compliant with the LXI Standard 1.4 and supports
Pickering Interfaces 3U PXI switching and simulation modules
as though they are an LXI compliant device, complete with a
driverless soft front panel. The 60-103D supports up to 18 off 3U
modules and is equivalent to a 19 slot PXI chassis.
The chassis allows all switching and simulation 3U PXI modules
from Pickering and most† instrumentation products (such as
digital I/O, attenuators, power supplies) to be installed and
controlled. It is supplied with a built-in generic IVI driver to
control the modules in accordance with the LXI specification, but
can also be controlled through a kernel driver.
Modules available for installation cover a large variety of
functions including switches, matrices and multiplexers capable
of switching µA up to 40A. RF, microwave and optical switches
are supported as well as some instrument functions such as
variable resistor modules. For more information on compatible
PXI modules, please refer to the 60-103D User Manual.
The Ethernet interface enables the chassis to be controlled
through a LAN connection with a front panel display showing the
IP address. The chassis allows the remote operation of switching
modules over long distances including world wide networks. The
separation of the chassis from the controller’s PCI bus simplifies
power-on sequencing of systems and provides independence
from the migration of the Windows and VISA environment.
The compact 4U height of the 60-103D allows efficient use of rack
space. Three fans ensure maximum module cooling and an efficient
direct convection design allows operation over an extended
temperature range.
The 60-103D can be configured over its LXI compliant interface
using any standard web browser. The interface can be used to load
soft front panels for the installed modules, so they can be manually
accessed without the need for drivers on the controller.
† For compatibility of Pickering’s PXI modules other than switching
or simulation functions, please check the module’s data sheet.
Note: This product has been introduced as a “form & fit” update
to the 60-103B, the electrical performance and software are the
same. The 60-103D has the added features of a USB interface and
Sequence Service & Triggering.
Pickering’s Range of PXI & PXIe Chassis
Chassis Type Slots Chassis Size Model No.
PXI 8 4U Full Rack 40-908
PXI 14 4U Full Rack 40-914
PXI 19 4U Full Rack 40-923A
PXI 8 4U Half Rack 40-924
PXIe Hybrid (Gen 3) 8 4U Half Rack 42-924
PXIe Hybrid (Gen 3) 18 4U Full Rack 42-925
PXIe Hybrid (Gen 2) 18 4U Full Rack 42-926
PXI with LXI/USB Control* 7 4U Half Rack 60-102D
PXI with LXI/USB Control* 18 4U Full Rack 60-103D
PXI with LXI/USB Control 2 1U Half Rack 60-104
PXI with LXI/USB Control 4 2U Half Rack 60-105
PXI with LXI/USB Control* 6 1U Full Rack 60-106
*Includes Scan List Sequencing and optional Triggering function.

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Overview
Example home page for a Modular Chassis - provides fast access to configuration information for the
chassis through any web browser.
Example General Soft Front Panel - The 60-103D provides soft front panels to enable manual
operation of PXI modules.

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Specifications
Specifications
Chassis Backplane: 64 bit backplane, compliant with
cPCI/PXI specification. Provides
trigger, local bus support
(subject to module support).
Chassis Capacity: 18 off 3U user slots available.
PXI Module compatibility
The chassis is supplied with drivers for Pickering PXI
(System 40) switching modules and selected instrument
modules.
Switching Support: All of 3U Pickering Interface’s
PXI switching modules. Includes
(but not limited to): All BRIC
modules, reed relay solutions,
EMR modules, RF and optical
switches.
Instrumentation support: Programmable resistor and
potentiometer modules, RF
attenuators, battery simulators,
programmable power supplies
and digital I/O modules.
Soft Front Panel: All supported PXI modules
can be controlled through a
W3C compliant web browser
(Internet Explorer, Firefox,
Netscape and others).
For a selection guide on the range of modules capable of
being hosted by the 60-103D chassis, please see the PXI
Module Selection Guide in the LXI Product Guide. This is
available as a download from the On-Line Catalogs section
of our website: pickeringtest.com
Power Supply
Input Voltage Range:
Input Voltage Frequency:
Input Current Rating
90 - 264 VAC
47 to 63 Hz
12 A 115 VAC or 6 A 230 VAC
Integrated power supply with the following capacity for the
user modules:
2
Cooling
Airflow:
Per-slot Cooling Capacity:
Fans:
Bottom intake, top exhaust
25 W at 55 °C ambient
40 W at 40 °C ambient
3 off 185.9 cfm fans
DC Output +3.3 V +5 V +12 V -12 V
Max Current 42 A 45 A 15 A 4.75 A
Sequencing Service and Triggering
The Sequencing service provides the user with the ability
to set a series of pre-determined sequences on an LXI
instrument. These sequences can be triggered by software
or - for the 60-103D-002 - by one of the sixteen software
configurable open collector triggers.
As the operations are grouped together, it will minimize
the number of control transactions required to achieve
a composite change of target switch state, condensing
multiple operations in a single sub unit into a single
operation, thus reducing the overall system switch settling
time. For example, if a user wants to operate X1-Y1, X4-Y1,
X2-Y2, in the first sequence, only one operation, and one
delay, will be used.
Additionally, as the switch state sequences are stored
within the LXI controller itself, the burden on the Host
CPU and Ethernet traffic is greatly reduced, so the overall
system latency is reduced.
The 60-103D-002 version features a software reset line
which provides the ability for a user supplied reset to
be applied to the unit, triggering a software reset of the
relays, returning all relays in the unit to their default state.
The 60-103D-002 also has a software fault line available
that will be triggered if there is any error detected within
the unit. Please note that while these reset and fault lines
use dedicated physical connections to the unit, they are
software control lines and as such should not be used for
safety interlocks etc.

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Specifications & Ordering Information
Operating/Storage Conditions
Operating Conditions
Operating Temperature:
Humidity:
0 °C to +55 °C
10 % to 95 % non-condensing
Storage and Transport Conditions
Storage Temperature:
Humidity:
-20 °C to +70 °C
10 % to 90 % non-condensing
Safety, CE & RoHS Compliance
All products are fully CE compliant and meet applicable EU
directives:
Low-voltage safety EN61010-1:2010,
EMC Immunity EN61326-1:2013,
Emissions EN55011:2009+A1:2010.
The 60-103D Chassis also complies with the European
Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive (RoHS).
Product Order Codes
LXI/USB Modular Chassis, 18-Slot 60-103D-001
LXI/USB Modular Chassis, 18-Slot
with Triggering 60-103D-002
Optional 19”rack mounting hardware* 63-103-001
* Please refer to the 60-103D User Manual for information
on the optional chassis mounting hardware.
Monitoring
LXI Interface Status LEDs:
Chassis Status LEDs:
Web Page Monitoring:
Power, Ready, Error, LAN,
100BaseT, 1000BaseT
Power, Temperature,
Fan Speed
Chassis air temperature,
Backplane supply voltage
levels, Fan speeds
LAN Interface
Designed to comply with the LXI Standard Version 1.4
Connector: RJ45 socket
Connection Speed: 1000BaseT interface
USB Interface
Designed to be compatible with USB3 (backwardly
compatible with USB/USB2)
Connector: USB3 type B
Connection Speed: 400 MBps
Other Connectors
Rear panel Diagnostics Port (9 pin D-type) and front
panel Aux connection on (USB style connector). Neither is
intended for normal use, see manual for more information.
Supporting Documentation
Manuals, drivers and a copy of the LXI Product Guide are
stored internally and are accessible through any browser
compliant with W3C standards
Mechanical Specification
Dimensions: Width: 444 mm (17.48”)
Height: 178 mm (7.01”)
Depth: 455 mm (17.91”)
For rack mounting,
recommended to be
mounted in 5U to allow free
bottom intake of air.
Weight: 13.8 kg (30.4 lbs) without PXI
modules
Scan List Sequencing
Capable of storing 5000 predefined test sequences,
loaded from the host Controller to the LXI unit at process
initialization, with the ability to be triggered through
software or from any of the sixteen software configurable
triggers.
For more information on the Pickering Sequence Manager,
please go to: pickering-sequence-manager
Triggering (60-103D-002)
• 16x Software Configurable Bidirectional Open Drain
Triggers
• 1x Dedicated Software Reset Line
• 1x Dedicated Software Fault Line
• 1x Dedicated Interlock Line
Sequencing/Triggering port:
25-pin male micro-D connector

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Supporting Products & Software
We also offer customized cabling and have a free online Cable Design Tool
that can be used to create custom cable solutions for many applications.
Visit: pickeringtest.com/cdt to start your design.
Mass Interconnect
We recommend the use of a mass interconnect solution when an
Interchangeable Test Adapter (ITA) is required for a PXI or LXI based
test system. Our modules are fully supported by both Virginia Panel and
MacPanel.
Pickering Reed Relays
We are the only switch provider with in-house reed relay manufacturing
capability via our Relay Division. These instrument grade reed relays feature
SoftCenter™technology, ensuring long service life and repeatable contact
performance. To learn more, please go to: pickeringrelay.com
Connectivity Solutions
We provide a full range of supporting cable and connector solutions for all our switching products—20 connector families
with 1200+ products. We offer everything from simple mating connectors to complex cables assemblies and terminal blocks.
All assemblies are manufactured by Pickering and are guaranteed to mechanically and electrically mate to our modules.
Connectors & Backshells Multiway Cable Assemblies RF Cable Assemblies Connector Blocks
Programming
Pickering provide kernel, IVI and VISA (NI & Keysight) drivers which are compatible with all Microsoft supported versions of
Windows and popular older versions. For a list of all supporting operating systems, please see: pickeringtest.com/os
The VISA driver support is provided for LabVIEW Real Time Operating Systems (Pharlap and Linux-RT). For other RTOS
support contact Pickering. These drivers may be used with a variety of programming environments and applications
including:
• Pickering Interfaces Switch Path Manager
• National Instruments products (LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Switch Executive, MAX, TestStand, VeriStand, etc.)
• Microsoft Visual Studio products (Visual Basic, Visual C++)
• Programming Languages C, C++, C#, Python
• Keysight VEE and OpenTAP
• Mathworks Matlab
• Marvin ATEasy
• MTQ Testsolutions Tecap Test & Measurement Suite
As well as various open source environments such as:
• Sharp Develop
• Dev-C++
To learn more about software drivers and development environments, please go to: pickeringtest.com/software

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Supporting Products & Software
© Copyright (2023) Pickering Interfaces. All Rights Reserved Pickering Interfaces maintains a commitment to continuous product development, consequently we reserve the right to vary from the description given in this data sheet.
Signal Routing Software
Our signal routing software, Switch Path Manager, automatically selects and energizes
switch paths through Pickering switching systems. Signal routing is performed by simply
defining test system endpoints to be connected together, greatly accelerating Test System
software development. To learn more, please go to: pickeringtest.com/spm
Diagnostic Relay Test Tools
eBIRST Switching System Test Tools are designed specifically for our PXI,
PCI or LXI products, these tools simplify switching system fault-finding by
quickly testing the system and graphically identifying the faulty relay.
To learn more, please go to: pickeringtest.com/ebirst
Three Year Warranty & Guaranteed Long-Term Support
All standard products manufactured by Pickering Interfaces are warranted against defective materials and workmanship
for a period of three years from the date of delivery to the original purchaser. Extended warranty and service agreements
are available for all our modules and systems with various levels to suit your requirements. Although we offer a 3-year
warranty as standard, we also include guaranteed long-term support—with a history of supporting our products for typically
15-20 years. To learn more, please go to: pickeringtest.com/support
Available Product Resources
We have a large library of product resources including success stories, product and support videos, articles and white
papers as well as application specific product brochures to assist when looking for the switching, simulation and
connection solutions you need. We have also published handy reference books on Switching Technology and for the PXI
and LXI standards.
To view, download or request any of our product resources, please visit: pickeringtest.com/resources