Pickering PXI BRIC 40-563A User manual

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Issue 5.5 November 2021
40-563A User Manual
PXI BRIC™ Multi-Slot Solid State Matrix Module

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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.
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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 .........................................................2.3
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 PXI Modules ..............................4.1
Module Architecture..............................................................4.2
Programming The Module ....................................................4.2
Section 5
Connector Information................................................................5.1
Section 6
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................6.1
Section 7
Maintenance Information............................................................7.1
Switching System Test Tools ...............................................7.1
Fuse Replacement................................................................. 7.1
Relay Look-Up Tables ...........................................................7.2
PCB Layout Diagrams...........................................................7.15
Daughter Board Removal/Replacement..............................7.16
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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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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SECTION 1 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
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PXI BRIC™ Multi-Slot Solid State Matrix 40-563A
ISSUE 4.1 NOV 2021
yIntegrated PXI Matrix Module With Built In
High Performance Screened Analog Bus
yAvailable as 2, 4 and 8 Slot 3 U PXI Modules
ySolid State 1-Pole Matrix With Sizes Between
64x8 and 384x8
yLow Thermal EMF
yFast Switch Operation and Long Service Life
ySwitch up to 40 V, 0.25 A Continuous Current
yAutomatic Analog Bus Isolation Switching
Gives Maximum Bandwidth
ySupported by PXI or LXI Chassis
yVISA, IVI & Kernel Drivers Supplied for
Windows
yReduced Service and Maintenance Costs
Through the Use of Built-In Diagnostics -
BIRST ™
ySupported by
eBIRST ™
y3 Year Warranty
BRIC ™ PXI Solid State Matrices
The 40-563A PXI BRIC is an ultra high density matrix
module. It is available in 2, 4 or 8-slot sizes to suit high
performance PXI Matrix requirements and are constructed
using solid state switches.
With its high level of switching density, the 40-563A matrix
modules allow a complete functional ATE system to be
housed in a single 3 U PXI chassis, BRIC Modules allow the
use of much lower cost 8 or 14-slot PXI chassis.
• BRIC2 is a 2-slot PXI Module, this can hold up to 3
matrix daughtercards with a maximum size of 96x8.
• BRIC4 is a 4-slot PXI Module, this can hold up to 6
matrix daughtercards with a maximum size of 192x8.
• BRIC8 is an 8-slot PXI Module, which can hold up to
12 matrix daughtercards with a maximum size of 384x8.
High Reliability and Easy of Use
All models in the 40-563A range are constructed using
solid state relays making them ideal for applications
requiring fast operation and a long service life with
frequent switch operations. Since the design is based
on solid state switching, the matrix has no wear out
mechanism.
Built-In Relay Self-Test -
BIRST
The BIRST facility provides a quick and simple way of
finding relay failures. No test equipment is required, simply
disconnect the UUT from the BRIC’s connectors, launch
the BIRST application and the tool will run a diagnostic test
that will find all relays with faulty contacts.
For more information go to: pickeringtest.com/birst
Supported by
eBIRST
These modules are also supported by eBIRST. These test
tools simplify switching fault-finding by quickly testing the
system and graphically identifying the faulty relay.
For more information go to: pickeringtest.com/ebirst
The 40-563A PXI BRICs are designed to minimize the cost
and complexity of cable assemblies to the device under
test and instrumentation. Analog busing is housed within
the module using a high performance screened analog
bus backplane. Pickering can construct custom cable
assemblies for all of our PXI modules, please contact sales
office for further assistance.

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SECTION 1 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
BRIC Multi-Slot Solid State Matrix, 40-563A
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Overview
Pickering Solid State BRIC Advantages
• Uses high speed, high reliability solid state
relays.
• Long service life – solid state relays have no
wear out mechanism.
• Low thermal EMF errors for accurate low
voltage switching.
• Simplified cabling and interconnection for
large matrix solutions.
• Extensive accessory support.
• Built in self-test to find defective and
degrading relays with full path resistance
characterisation.
• Simplified operation through automated
isolation relay operation and single matrix
presentation.
• Highest density solid state switching solution
in PXI.
• Extensive range of configurations and
solutions.
• Fast operation through VISA driver with
multiple relay operation in one command or
have the convenience and simplicity of IVI
drivers.
OTHER PXI BRIC MODULES FROM PICKERING
40-560A - 1-Pole Matrix with BIRST
BRIC2 Up to 276x4, 138x8 or 69x16
BRIC4 Up to 552x4, 276x8 or 138x16
BRIC8 Up to 1104x4, 552x8 or 276x16
40-561A - 1-Pole, 1-Pole Screened or 2-Pole Matrix with BIRST
BRIC2 Up to 90x8 or 45x16
BRIC4 Up to 180x8 or 90x16
BRIC8 Up to 360x8 or 180x16
40-562A - 1-Pole, 1-Pole Screened or 2-Pole Matrix with BIRST
BRIC2 Up to 132x4, 66x8, 33x16 or 15x32
BRIC4 Up to 264x4, 132x8, 66x16 or 30x32
BRIC8 Up to 528x4, 264x8, 132x16 or 60x32
40-565A - 2-Pole, 2 Amp Matrix with BIRST
BRIC4 Up to 96x8
BRIC8 Up to 192x8
40-566A - 2-Pole, 2 Amp Matrix with BIRST
BRIC4 Up to 165x4
BRIC8 Up to 385x4
40-592 - Fault Insertion Breakout Matrix
BRIC4 Up to 124x8 with 2 or 3-pin breakout
BRIC8 Up to 248x8 with 2 or 3-pin breakout
40-595 - Power Fault Insertion Breakout Matrix
BRIC8 Up to 30x8 with 3-pin breakout
40-569 - ARINC 608 Resource Distributor/Bus Matrix
BRIC4 1 or 2 Resource Distributor, 1 to 4 Bus Matrix Cards
BRIC8 1 or 2 Resource Distributor, 1 to 6 Bus Matrix Cards
X2 X4 X8 X1 X3 X5 X6 X7 X12 X9 X10 X11 X14 X16 X13 X15 X17 X18 X19
X384 X382 X383
Y2
Y4
Y8
Y1
Y3
Y5
Y6
Y7
X20 X381
MATRIX
CROSSPOINT
Switching Diagram for the 40-563A Solid State Matrix
Avilable With a Minimum Size of 64x8 and a Maximum Size of 384x8
How to use the BRIC matrix to connect instrumentation to the UUT
Instrument 1 Instrument 2 Instrument 3
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Instrument 4 Instrument 5
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
Device Under Test No. 1
33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45
Device Under Test No. 2
46 47 48 49 50 189 190 191 192
DUT No. 3