Pickering LXI 60-104 User manual

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Issue 1.14 February 2023
60-104 User Manual
LXI/USB 2-Slot Modular Chassis

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No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, translated or stored in any form, or by
any means without the written permission of Pickering Interfaces.
Technical details contained within this publication are subject to change without notice.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
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WARRANTY
All products manufactured by Pickering Interfaces are warranted against defective materials and workmanship for a period of
three years, excluding programmable power supplies, from the date of delivery to the original purchaser. Any product found to be
defective within this period will, at the discretion of Pickering Interfaces be repaired or replaced.
Products serviced and repaired outside of the warranty period are warranted for ninety days.
Extended warranty and service are available. Please contact Pickering Interfaces by phone, the website or via e-mail.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
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environment. Pickering Interfaces aims to design and operate products in a way that protects the environment and the health and
safety of its employees, customers and the public. Pickering Interfaces endeavours to develop and manufacture products that can
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MEANING / DESCRIPTION SYMBOL
PROTECTIVE EARTH (GROUND)
To identify any terminal which is intended for connection to an external conductor for
protection against electric shock in case of a fault, or the terminal of a protective earth
(ground) electrode.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
To indicate hazards arising from dangerous voltages.
WARNING / CAUTION
An appropriate safety instruction should be followed or caution to a potential hazard
exists.
Refer to the relevant instructions detailed within the product manual.
HEAVY
If this product is heavy reference should be made to the safety instructions for
provisions of lifting and moving.
STATIC SENSITIVE
To indicate that static sensitive devices are present and handling precautions should
be followed.
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kg
SAFETY SYMBOLS
PRODUCT SAFETY
The following safety symbols may be used on the product and throughout the product documentation.

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Copyright Statement ...................................................................II
Technical Support and Warranty................................................III
Product Safety .............................................................................IV
Contents (this page)....................................................................V
Warnings and Cautions ..............................................................VII
Section 1
Technical Specication...............................................................1.1
Section 2
Technical Description .................................................................2.1
Mechanical Description ........................................................2.1
Functional Description..........................................................2.2
PXI Module Support ..............................................................2.3
Section 3
Installation....................................................................................3.1
Installing The Chassis...........................................................3.1
Connecting The Chassis......... .............................................3.2
Installation of Individual Modules........................................3.3
Section 4
Conguration And Set-Up ..........................................................4.1
Default Conguration............................................................4.1
USB Conguration ................................................................4.2
LXI LAN Conguration..........................................................4.3
Chassis Status Indicators.....................................................4.4
Section 5
Programming ...............................................................................5.1
Programming Options for LXI Units ....................................5.1
Unit Architecture ...................................................................5.2
Installing Drivers ...................................................................5.4
Command Line Control of LXI Instruments ........................5.9
Section 6
Trouble Shooting.........................................................................6.1
Unit Reset...............................................................................6.1
Appendix A
Chassis Mounting Kits................................................................A.1
CONTENTS

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
WARNING - HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENTS SYMBOL
This product is not specically designed for use in hazardous environments, for example in explosive
atmospheres. If the product is to be used in hazardous environments we recommend that the user
ensures suitable protective measures are taken.
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
WARNING - HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENTS SYMBOL
This product is not specically designed for use in hazardous environments, for example in explosive
atmospheres. If the product is to be used in hazardous environments we recommend that the user
ensures suitable protective measures are taken.
!
CAUTION - HANDLING OF ELECTROSTATIC-SENSITIVE DEVICES SYMBOL
Certain semiconductor devices used in this equipment are liable to damage due to static voltage.
Observe the following precautions when handling these devices in their unterminated state, or
sub-assemblies containing these devices:
1. Persons removing sub-assemblies from equipment using these devices must be earthed by a
wrist strap and a resistor at the point provided on the equipment.
2. Soldering irons used during the repair operations must be low voltage types with earthed tips and
isolated from the mains voltage by a double insulated transformer.
3. Outer clothing worn must be unable to generate static charges.
4. Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) tted with these devices must be stored and transported in
anti-static bags.
WARNING - DANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK SYMBOL
This chassis may be populated with modules that contain hazardous voltages. Before removing any
module from the rack remove all supplies and disconnect user I/O signals.
Unused slots in this chassis are populated with blanking panels to prevent access to user I/O signals
that may be present. Blanking panels are available to order from Pickering. If the product is not used
in this manner for example by using an extender card then additional care must be taken to avoid
contact with exposed signals.
Not to be used in safety critical circuits, refer to the Pickering Interfaces’ terms & conditions of sale.
Installed modules must not be used for the switching of Mains Circuits. For the switching of voltages
up to the module’s full specication, Secondary Circuit power supplies and the Device Under Test
must be fully isolated from the Mains Circuit and the safety earth.
This chassis must be correctly installed and be connected to mains or factory safety ground,
please refer to the Installation section of this manual.
Diagram Showing Separation Between The Mains Circuit and Secondary Circuit / DUT
For the purposes of this document, a Mains Circuit is an installation classied as Overvoltage
Category II up to 300V. Separation between the Secondary Circuit and Mains Circuit is achieved
by a transformer in which the primary windings are separated from the secondary windings by
reinforced insulation, double insulation, or a screen connected to the protective conductor terminal.
Switching
Module
Device
Under Test
Power
Supply
Power
Supply
Host Chassis
Secondary Circuit
Mains
Circuit
Mains
Circuit
Mains/Factory
Safety Ground
WARNING - EQUIPMENT GROUNDING SYMBOL
This module is powered by a class I external power supply which must be connected to the mains
supply and electrical ground by the supplied three core IEC cable. The module chassis is also
connected to electrical ground via the DC connector from the power supply.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
All cleaning and servicing requires the equipment to be isolated and disconnected from the power source and user I/O
signals (refer to the Maintenance Section).
• Appropriate manual handling procedures should be followed as dictated by the weight of the individual module or
the combined weight of the modules & chassis.
• Should a fault occur with the module or chassis, immediately isolate and disconnect the incoming power to the
chassis and the user I/O signals.
• Ensure the equipment is installed, operated and maintained by trained and authorised personnel.
• For suitably equipped products in the event of an emergency press the red “emergency stop” button situated on
the front of the unit.
CAUTION - PRODUCT DOCUMENTATION SYMBOL
Suitably qualied & trained users should ensure that the accompanying documentation is fully read
and understood before attempting to install or operate the product.
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CAUTION - HANDLING OF ELECTROSTATIC-SENSITIVE DEVICES SYMBOL
Certain semiconductor devices used in this equipment are liable to damage due to static voltage.
Observe the following precautions when handling these devices in their unterminated state, or
sub-assemblies containing these devices:
1. Persons removing sub-assemblies from equipment using these devices must be earthed by a
wrist strap and a resistor at the point provided on the equipment.
2. Soldering irons used during the repair operations must be low voltage types with earthed tips and
isolated from the mains voltage by a double insulated transformer.
3. Outer clothing worn must be unable to generate static charges.
4. Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) tted with these devices must be stored and transported in
anti-static bags.

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LXI/USB Modular Chassis, 2-Slot 60-104
ISSUE 1.10 FEB 2023
yFully Compliant LXI Interface (1.5)
yEthernet 1000baseT Interface
yUSB 3 Compatible
ySupports 1000+ Pickering PXI 3U
Modules Including:
yProgrammable Resistors
yMatrices
yMultiplexers
yGeneral Purpose Relays
yRF Switches
yFault Insertion
ySupports Two User Slots
yCompact 1/2 Rack Width 1U Form Factor
y3 Year Warranty
Pickering Interfaces’ 60-104 modular chassis offers a
small lightweight form factor, making it ideal for portable,
benchtop, and space restrictive applications.
The 60-104 supports one or two 3U PXI modules and
accepts Pickering’s PXI products, it is the perfect platform
to construct small scale applications.
Possible systems include switching matrices up to 1536
crosspoints (one 40-558 BRIC2 occupying both slots) or up
to 36 channels of programmable resistor/sensor emulation
(two 40-295 or 40-297 18-channel resistor modules - one in
each slot).
For a list of compatible PXI modules, please refer to the
60-104 user manual.
The USB compatible and LXI compliant interfaces enable
the chassis to be controlled directly through standard
interfaces found on most personal computers, allowing
for a very cost effective route into the modular test and
measurement market.
The option of a Wi-Fi dongle is useful for control from
mobile devices via HTML5 SFP.
The chassis can be controlled through built in software
drivers. Chassis configuration and module control is
possible through the W3C web page interface.
The 60-104 is powered from an external DC supply, making
it lightweight, versatile and extremely portable.
60-104 Modular Chassis
Block Diagram
cPCI
Backplane
3U PXI Modules
Embedded
Controller
Power Supply
Regulators
60-104
Chassis
1 2
External
Power Supply
PCI
Interface
LAN
Interface
USB
Interface
Optional Wi-Fi
Dongle
Control Computer
Control
via USB or
Ethernet
60-104 Chassis
With Two Pickering
PXI Modules Fitted
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 Control* 7 4U Half Rack 60-102D
PXI with LXI 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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SECTION 1 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
LXI/USB 2-Slot Modular Chassis, 60-104
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Specifications & Ordering Information
Operating/Storage Conditions
Operating Conditions
Operating Temperature:
Humidity:
Altitude:
0°C to +55°C
Up to 90% non-condensing
5000m
Storage and Transport Conditions
Storage Temperature:
Humidity:
Altitude:
-20°C to +75°C
Up to 90% non-condensing
15000m
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 60-105 Chassis also complies with the European
Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive (RoHS).
Product Order Codes
Chassis
LXI/USB Modular Switching Chassis, 2-Slot 60-104-001
Accessories
Replacement 19V DC Power Supply 63-104-001
400Hz 19V DC power supply 63-104-001-400
Optional Wi-Fi Dongle 63-104-002
Optional Chassis Strap Mounting Kit* 63-104A-003
Optional Chassis Plate Mounting Kit* 63-104A-004
Optional Chassis Low Profile Mounting Kit* 63-104-005
Optional Chassis Rack Mounting Kit 63-104-006
* Please refer to the 60-104 User Manual for information on these
optional chassis mounting kits.
Specifications
Chassis Backplane: 32-bit cPCI backplane, compatible
with PXI.
Chassis Capacity: 2 off 3U user slots available.
PXI Module compatibility
The chassis is supplied with drivers for Pickering PXI modules.
Switching Support: Most of 3U Pickering Interface’s
PXI switching modules. Includes
(but not limited to): All 2 slot 3U
BRIC matrices, featuring up to 1104
crosspoints.
Simulation support: All programmable resistor and
potentiometer modules offering
up to 36 channels, RF attenuators,
digital I/O and other simulation
modules.
Power Supply
Input Voltage Range:
Input Current Rating:
19V (DC)
5.2A (DC)
Cooling
Airflow:
Per-slot Cooling Capacity:
Fans:
Crossflow
25W at 40°C ambient
2 off 7.7 cfm fans
Acoustic Noise Emissions
With fans on maximum: 53dBA typical
LAN Interface
Designed to comply with the LXI Standard Version 1.5
Connector: RJ45 Connector.
Connection Speed: 1000BaseT interface.
USB Interface
Compatible with USB3 (backwardly compatible with USB/USB2)
Connector: USB3 type B
Connection Speed: 400MBps
Mechanical Specification
Dimensions:
With Rubber Bumpers: Width: 165mm (6.50”)
Height: 58mm (2.28”)
Depth: 308mm (12.13”)
Weight: 1.3kg without PXI modules
External PSU Dimensions:
Lead Length:
W: 58mm, H: 37mm, D: 142mm
1200mm
Slot Capacity (Per Slot)
+3.3V +5V +12V -12V
6A 6A 1A 1A
NOTE: Maximum power is 60W for all slots or 30W per slot.
The 60-104 LXI/USB Modular Chassis Front Panel
The 60-104 2-Slot LXI/USB Modular Chassis is Shipped
With Everything You Need to Get Started.
The Package Includes: ●60-104 Chassis ●Power Supply
●USB3 Cable ●Ethernet Cable ●Driver DVD
●Optional Wi-Fi Dongle