Pickering 40-651 User manual

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User Manual
5 Amp Power EMR
Multiplexer Module
(Model No. 40-651)
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Technical details contained within this publication are subject to change without notice.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
For Technical Support please contact Pickering Interfaces either by phone, the website or via e-mail.
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
Pickering Interfaces operates under an environmental management system similar to ISO 14001.
Pickering Interfaces strives to full all relevant environmental laws and regulations and reduce wastes and releases to the
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
be produced, distributed, used and recycled, or disposed of, in a safe and environmentally friendly manner.
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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
Functional Description..........................................................2.1
Section 3
Installation....................................................................................3.1
Pre Operation Checks...........................................................3.1
Hardware Installation ............................................................3.2
Software Installation .............................................................3.2
Testing Operation ..................................................................3.3
Section 4
Programming Guide....................................................................4.1
Programming Options For Pickering PXI Modules ............4.1
Module Architecture..............................................................4.2
Programming The Module - Automatic Isolation................4.8
Programming The Module - Independent Isolation............4.9
Section 5
Connector Information................................................................5.1
Section 6
Trouble Shooting.........................................................................6.1
Section 7
Maintenance Information............................................................7.1
Relay Lookup Tables.............................................................7.1
Component Layout................................................................7.6
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.
!
WARNING - DANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK SYMBOL
This module may contain hazardous voltages. Before removing the module from the rack remove all
supplies and disconnect user I/O signals.
Unused slots in the host chassis are populated with blanking plates to prevent access to user I/O
signals that may be present. Blanking panels are available to order from Pickering in a variety of
slot widths. 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.
This module 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.
The host chassis must be correctly installed and be connected to mains or factory safety ground,
please refer to your chassis installation 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.
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.
PXI Switching
Module
Device
Under Test
Power
Supply
Power
Supply
Host Chassis
Secondary Circuit
Mains
Circuit
Mains
Circuit
Mains/Factory
Safety Ground

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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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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.

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PXI 5A Power EMR Multiplexer 40-651
ISSUE 4.0 DEC 2018
• High Density 1-Pole Power Multiplexer in
1-Bank 48-Channel, 2-Bank 24-Channel,
4-Bank 11-Channel & 8-Bank 5-Channel Formats
• 5A Current Rating With 150W/1250VA
Maximum Power
• Switch up to 110VDC/250VAC
• High Quality Electro-mechanical Relays
• VISA, IVI & Kernel Drivers Supplied for Windows
• Supported by PXI or LXI Chassis
• 3 Year Warranty
Isolated Common Lines
The 40-651 is available in versions with all the user signals on
a single 50-pin D-type connector. Alternatively, dual connector
versions are available with common signals on a 9-pin D-type
and multiplexer channels on a 50-pin D-type, making it simpler to
separate inputs and outputs.
Larger multiplexers can be created by daisy-chaining the common
connections from multiple modules. Isolation switching on 48
and 24 channel versions helps minimize capacitive loading and
leakage current in large switching systems by switching unused
multiplexers out of circuit.
The 40-651 is a high density power multiplexer module suitable
for switching inductive/capacitive loads up to 5A at 250VAC. It
is available in 1-bank 48-channel, 2-bank 24-channel, 4-bank
11-channel or 8-bank 5-channel 1-pole multiplexer formats. Power
multiplexers are suitable for switching heavy AC or DC loads or for
slave switching large external relays, contactors and solenoids.
The 40-651 allows multiple channels to be simultaneously selected.
Alternatively, product variants can be supplied that operate as a
conventional multiplexer with break-before-make action when a
new channel is selected.
Isolation switching
Models 40-651-001 to 004 and 011 to 014 have automatic isolation
switching. Models 40-651-101/102/111/112 have independent
isolation switching, improving speed for scanning applications.
40-651-001/101/011/111 1-Bank,
48-Channel, 1-Pole Power MUX
1
5
6
Com
48
Isolation
Switch
47
2
3
4
1.1
1.3
Com1
1.24
Isolation
Switch
1.2
2.1
2.3
Com2
2.24
Isolation
Switch
2.2
40-651-002/102/012/112 2-Bank,
24-Channel, 1-Pole Power MUX
1.1
1.3
Com1
1.5
1.2
1.4
2.1
2.3
Com2
2.5
2.2
2.4
3.1
3.3
Com3
3.5
3.2
3.4
4.1
4.3
Com4
4.5
4.2
4.4
5.1
5.3
Com5
5.5
5.2
5.4
6.1
6.3
Com6
6.5
6.2
6.4
7.1
7.3
Com7
7.5
7.2
7.4
8.1
8.3
Com8
8.5
8.2
8.4
1.1
1.2
Com1
1.11
2.1
2.2
Com2
2.11
3.1
3.2
Com3
3.11
4.1
4.2
Com4
4.11
40-651-004/014 8-Bank, 5-Channel,
1-Pole Power MUX
40-651-003/013 4-Bank, 11-Channel, 1-Pole Power MUX

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Specifications
Switching Specification
Contact Type: Gold Clad Silver Nickel
Nominal Switching Capacity:
Max Switching Power: †
Max Switching Voltage:
Max Standoff Voltage:
Max Continuous
Switching Current:
Min Switching Capacity:
Typical Pulse Capability:
Maximum Continuous Total
Switch Path Loading: ‡
5A @ 30VDC
5A @ 250VAC
150W, 1250VA*
110VDC, 250VAC*
400VDC
5A
10mA, 5VDC
Cold Switch 10A for 100ms under
low duty cycle conditions (please
contact sales ofce for further
advice).
16W (Example allowed condition
- 6 Banks at 5A, please contact
sales ofce for further advice).
Initial On Path Resistance:
Off Path Resistance:
Thermal Offset:
<200mΩ (100mΩ typical)
>109Ω
10µV (maximum)
Bandwidth: >5MHz
Typical Operate Time: 21ms typical,
10.5ms for multichannel mode
Expected Life (operations)
Low power load:
Full power load (resistive):
>2x107
>5x104 (5A 30VDC, 5A 250VAC)
>1x105 (3A 30VDC, 3A 250VAC)
* For full voltage rating, signal sources to be switched must be fully
isolated from mains supply and safety earth.
† For variation of maximum hot switching capacity of voltage with
current refer to plot.
‡ No loading restrictions when using Pickering 40-922/923A
PXI & 60-102B/103B LXI chassis’ (under initial path resistance
conditions), please contact sales ofce for details.
Power Requirements
+3.3V +5V +12V -12V
0 1.17A 0 0
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
PXI & CompactPCI Compliance
The module is compliant with the PXI Specication 2.2. Local Bus,
Trigger Bus and Star Trigger are not implemented.
Uses a 33MHz 32-bit backplane interface.
Safety & CE Compliance
All modules 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.
Mechanical Characteristics
Single slot 3U PXI (CompactPCI card).
Note: Isolated COM versions are not tted with a PXI handle.
3D models for all versions in a variety of popular le formats are
available on request.
Relay Type
The 40-651 is tted with electro-mechanical power relays with gold
clad silver alloy contacts. A spare relay is included with the module
to allow easy maintenance with minimum down time.
40-651 Current/Operating Life Curve
40-651 Current/Voltage Curve
Contact voltage, V
AC Resisve
DC Resisve
10
101
1
100 1000
0.1
Contact current, A
125VAC
250VAC
30VDC
No. of operations x 10
Contact current, A
10
1
100
10.5 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4.54 5
4
Connectors
PXI bus via 32-bit P1/J1 backplane connector.
Signals via front panel 50-pin male D-type connector.
For isolated COM versions, the common connections are via
a 9-pin male D-type connector. For pin outs please refer to the
operating manual.

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Ordering Information
Support Products
Spare Relay Kits
Kits of replacement relays are available for the majority of
Pickering’s PXI switching products, simplifying servicing and
reducing down-time.
Product Relay Kit
40-651 91-100-020 (Relay Kit 20)
For further assistance, please contact your local Pickering sales
ofce.
Mating Connectors & Cabling
For connection accessories for the 40-651 module please refer to
the 90-005D 50-pin D-type and 90-003D 9-pin D-type Connector
Accessories data sheets where a complete list and documentation
can be found for accessories, or refer to the Connection Solutions
catalog.
Product Order Codes
Channel
Selection Model Variant Order Code
5A Power EMR MUX:
Multiple
Multiple
Multiple
Multiple
1-Bank, 48-Channel, 1-Pole
2-Bank, 24-Channel, 1-Pole
4-Bank, 11-Channel, 1-Pole
8-Bank, 5-Channel, 1-Pole
40-651-001
40-651-002
40-651-003
40-651-004
Note: Contact factory if the above modules are required in single
channel selection mode.
Channel
Selection Model Variant Order Code
5A Power EMR MUX with independent Isolation
Switching (Improving speed for scanning applications):
Multiple
Multiple
1-Bank, 48-Channel, 1-Pole
2-Bank, 24-Channel, 1-Pole
40-651-101
40-651-102
Note: Contact factory if the above modules are required in single
channel selection mode.
Channel
Selection Model Variant Order Code
5A Power EMR MUX with Isolated COM Access:
Multiple
Multiple
Multiple
Multiple
1-Bank, 48-Channel, 1-Pole
2-Bank, 24-Channel, 1-Pole
4-Bank, 11-Channel, 1-Pole
8-Bank, 5-Channel, 1-Pole
40-651-011
40-651-012
40-651-013
40-651-014
Note: Contact factory if the above modules are required in single
channel selection mode.
Channel
Selection Model Variant Order Code
5A Power EMR MUX with Isolated COM Access
& Independent Isolation Switching
(Improving speed for scanning applications):
Multiple
Multiple
1-Bank, 48-Channel, 1-Pole
2-Bank, 24-Channel, 1-Pole
40-651-111
40-651-112
Note: Contact factory if the above modules are required in single
channel selection mode.
Product Customization
Pickering PXI modules are designed and manufactured on our own
exible manufacturing lines, giving complete product control and
enabling simple customization to meet very specic requirements.
Customization can include:
• Alternative relay types
• Mixture of relay types
• Alternative number of relays
• Different performance specications
All customized products are given a unique part number, fully
documented and may be ordered at any time in the future. Please
contact your local sales ofce to discuss.

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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 sister company, Pickering Electronics. These instrument grade reed relays
feature SoftCenter® technology, ensuring long service life and repeatable contact
performance
To learn more, please go to: pickeringrelay.com
Chassis Compatibility
This PXI module must be used in a suitable chassis. It is compatible with the following chassis types:
• All chassis conforming to the 3U PXI and 3U Compact PCI (cPCI) specication
• Legacy and Hybrid Peripheral slots in a 3U PXI Express (PXIe) chassis
• Pickering Interfaces LXI or LXI/USB Modular Chassis
Chassis Selection Guide
Standard PXI or hybrid PXIe Chassis from any Vendor:
• Mix our 1000+ PXI switching & simulation modules with any
vendor’s PXI instrumentation
• Embedded or remote Windows PC control
• Real-time Operating System Support
• High data bandwidths, especially with PXI Express
• Integrated module timing and synchronization
Pickering LXI or LXI/USB Modular Chassis—only accept
our 1000+ PXI Switching & Simulation Modules:
• Ethernet or USB control enables remote operation
• Low-cost control from practically any controller
• LXI provides manual control via Web browsers
• Driverless software support
• Power sequencing immunity
• Ethernet provides chassis/controller voltage isolation
• Independence from Windows operating system
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

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Supporting Products & Software
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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 is also compatible with Real-Time Operating Systems such as LabVIEW 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+)
• Keysight VEE
• Mathworks Matlab
• Marvin ATEasy
• MTQ Testsolutions Tecap Test & Measurement Suite
Drivers for popular Linux distributions are available, other environments are also supported, please contact Pickering with specic enquiries.
We provide Soft Front Panels (SFPs) for our products for familiarity and manual control, as well as comprehensive documentation and
example programs to help you develop test routines with ease.
To learn more about software drivers and development environments, please go to: pickeringtest.com/software
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 dening
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 specically for our PXI, PCI or LXI
products, these tools simplify switching system fault-nding 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, as well as complete product
catalogs and product reference maps to assist when looking for the switching, simulation and cable and connector solutions you need.
We have also published handy reference books for the PXI and LXI standards.
To view, download or request any of our product resources, please visit: pickeringtest.com/resources

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
A functional block diagram is provided in Figure 2.1. The Multiplexer Module 40-651 is powered by a +5V input via
Compact PCI connector J1. The interface to the user test equipment is via a front panel mounted 50-pin D-type
connector for all signals, or for versions with Isolated COM Access, via a 50-pin D-type connector for the multiplexer
channels and a 9-pin D-type connector for the common signals. The module comprises a PCB populated with up
to 50 electro-mechanical relays depending on the version of the module. Wire links are used to factory congure
the module into one of four different multiplexer congurations. The relays are energised via control signals from
relay drivers U8 to U10. The relay drivers are addressed by PCI bridge U1 to output the required signal. Module
conguration is determined by hardwired links and data stored in EEPROM U7. PCI Bridge U1 is congured by
EEPROM U2.
Relays RL1-50
One of Four Different
MUX Configurations
Front Panel Connector,
50-pin Male D-type or
50-pin & 9-pin Male D-types
Relay
Drivers
U8-10
Control Logic
U3-6
& Module
Configuration
U7
PCI Bridge
Configuration
U2
Terminating
Resistors
R1-13
PCI Bridge U1
+5V
GND
Compact PCI Bus Connector J1
PXI MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40-651
Figure 2.1 - Power EMR Multiplexer Module 40-651: Functional Block Diagram

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PREOPERATION CHECKS (UNPACKING)
1. Check the module for transport damage and report any damage immediately to Pickering Interfaces.
Do not attempt to install the product if any damage is evident.
2. Position the chassis relative to any other equipment the module(s) will connect with. Ensure the chassis is not
connected to the electrical supply.
3. Ensure that the designated area for the chassis containing the module is of at and solid construction to
withstand and support the combined weight of the module(s) and chassis.
SECTION 3 - INSTALLATION
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Refer to the Warnings and Cautions at the front of this manual
Modular products require installation in a suitable PXI/LXI chassis. The module is designed for indoor use only.
Figure 3.1 - Installing the Module into a PXI/cPCI/LXI Chassis
PXI / LXI Chassis

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SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
First install the appropriate Pickering PXI switch card drivers by running the installer program Setup.exe (provided
in a compressed zip le), either from the CD-ROM supplied, or by downloading the latest version from our website
pickeringtest.com - the recommended method. Setup is accompanied by a ReadMe le containing
additional installation information. A single installation covers all cards in the System 40, System 45 and System
50 ranges.
When installation completes, the installed drivers’ ReadMe le is offered for display. It can also be displayed
later using a shortcut on the Programs>>Pickering menu.
If you are not a LabVIEW user you should choose the “full” version, and once that has been installed run
the LabVIEW Runtime Engine installer via the shortcut on the Programs>>Pickering menu. In the absence of
LabVIEW the Runtime Engine is required to support the Pickering Test Panels application.
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION (CHASSIS)
1. The chassis must be electrically installed in accordance with local regional electrical codes by a qualied
engineer.
2. The chassis must be grounded.
Electrostatic discharge can damage the components on the module. To avoid such damage in handling the
board refer to page VII.
Ensure that there is adequate ventilation.
The module should be installed in accordance with the following procedure:
1. Ensure that the system is turned OFF but still connected to mains so that it remains grounded.
2. Choose an appropriate slot in the rack.
3. Remove the blanking plate for the chosen slot.
4. Ensure that the injector/ejector handle is in its downward position. Align the module with the card guides on
the top and bottom of the slot.
Do not raise the injector/ejector handle whilst inserting the module as the module will not insert properly.
5. Hold the handle whilst slowly sliding the module into the card guides until the handle catches on the injector/
ejector rail (refer to Figure 3.1).
6. Raise the injector/ejector handle until the module rmly seats into the backplane. The front panel of the
module should be ush with the front panel of the chassis.
7. Secure the front panel of the module using both screws to the chassis front panel mounting rails.
8. In a system employing a remote control interface to connect an external controller to a PXI chassis or to link
multiple chassis, power-up the system as follows:
a. For a system comprising an external controller and one chassis, power up the chassis before powering up
the external controller.
b. For a system comprising more than one chassis, turn ON the last chassis in the system followed by the
penultimate, etc, and nally turn ON the external controller or chassis containing the system controller.
9. For Pickering Interfaces modular LXI installation there is no requirement to use any particular power up
sequence.

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Figure 3.3 - General Soft Front Panel Selector
TESTING OPERATION
After installation of the hardware and Pickering PXI Driver software package start the General Soft Front
Panel (GSFP) using the desktop icon or via the Start menu (Start Menu-> Pickering Interfaces Ltd ->
General Soft Front Panel).
A selector panel will appear, listing all installed Pickering PCI, PXI or LXI switch cards and resistor cards. Click
on the card you wish to control, and a graphical control panel is presented allowing operation of the card.
Panels can be opened simultaneously for all the installed cards.
More details how to use the GSFP can be found in the manual, via menu Help\Manual
Figure 3.2 - General Soft Front Panel Icon

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