Pickering 40-200 User manual

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40-200 User Manual
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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
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.
!
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 ....................................................4.6
Using Pickering Drivers in LabVIEW ...................................4.13
Section 5
Connector Information................................................................5.1
Section 6
Trouble Shooting.........................................................................6.1
Section 7
Maintenance Information............................................................7.1
Switching System Test Tools ...............................................7.1
Relay Lookup Tables.............................................................7.1
Appendix A
78-pin Cable Accessory Wiring..................................................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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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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yFault Insertion on 4 or 8 Channels of 2 Wire
Connections
ySuited for CAN Bus and FlexRay Fault Insertion
yControlled Transmission Line Impedance
ySimple Insertion of Shorted Pair, Open and
Battery/Ground Connection
yDrivers Supplied for Windows & Linux, Plus
Support for Real-time Systems
ySupported by PXI or LXI Chassis
ySupported by
eBIRST ™
y3 Year Warranty
The 40-200 is designed to simulate common faults on two
wire communication interfaces such as CAN Bus.
It supports 4 or 8 channels of two wire serial interfaces. Each
channel pair can simulate an open fault in either or both
wires, a short between both wires or a short to one of eight
externally applied fault connections – such as battery supply
or ground - via four fault buses.
Each channel can carry up to 0.3 A and is rated up to 100 V
between wire pairs. The wire pairs have controlled
transmission line impedance suited to most differential
signalling systems, including fast CAN Bus and RS422/485.
The fault buses are capable of carrying 2 A allowing multiple
channels to be connected to the same fault condition.
Additionally, the fault buses have changeover relays allowing
the user to select alternative external fault conditions.
The front panel signal connector is an easy to use 78-pin
D-type which is fully supported by our range of connector
accessories. The module uses high quality EMR relays
designed for telecommunications with a long service life.
Pickering’s Range of PXI Fault Insertion Switches
Model
No. Signal Channels Fault Buses
Fault
Inputs
Max
Voltage
Max Current
or Bus Type
40-190B 74, 64 or 32 1 or 2 4 or 8 165 V 2 A
40-191A 6 2 2 40 V 30 A
40-192 6 2 2 200 V 10 A
40-193 7 1 or 2 1 or 2 16 V 20 A, 1 A min
40-194 7 1 or 2 1 or 2 16 V 20 A, no min
40-195 22 or 11 pairs — 8 or 4 150 V 1 A
40-196 10 or 5 pairs — 10 or 5 110 V 5 A
40-197A 34 or 16 4 8 300 V 2 A
40-198 20 1 or 2 3 or 6 250 V 5 A
40-199 10 1 or 2 2 250 V 10 A
40-200 4 or 8 differential 4 8 100 V CAN, FlexRay
40-201 4 or 8 differential 2 4 100 V Ethernet/AFDX
/BroadR-Reach
40-202 22 or 11 pairs — 22 or11 150 V 1 A
Supported by eBIRST
eBIRST switching system test tools simplify switching system
fault-finding by quickly testing the system and graphically
identifying the faulty relay. For more information go to:
pickeringtest.com/ebirst
Fault Connections
CH1 In CH1 Out
CHn In CHn Out
Fault Multiplexer
Channel
Isolation
&
Shorting
Switches
Matrix
40-200 Differential Fault Insertion Switch Module
Overview Diagram
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Fault Connections
CH1 In
CH2 In
CH8 In
CH1 Out
CH2 Out
CH8 Out
CH3 In
CH4 In
CH3 Out
CH4 Out
CH5 In
CH6 In
CH5 Out
CH6 Out
CH7 In CH7 Out
F1a
F1b
F2a
F2b
F3a
F3b
F4a
F4b
Fault Connections
CH1 In
CH2 In
CH1 Out
CH2 Out
CH3 In
CH4 In
CH3 Out
CH4 Out
F1a
F1b
F2a
F2b
F3a
F3b
F4a
F4b
2-Wire, 4-Channel Fault Insertion Switch Module
Switching Diagram (Part No. 40-200-004)
2-Wire, 8-Channel Fault Insertion Switch Module
Switching Diagram (Part No. 40-200-008)
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Operating/Storage Conditions
Operating Temperature:
Humidity:
Altitude:
0 °C to +55 °C
Up to 90 % non-condensing
5000 m
Storage Temperature:
Humidity:
Altitude:
-20 °C to +75 °C
Up to 90 % non-condensing
15000 m
PXI & CompactPCI Compliance
The module is compliant with the PXI Specification 2.2. Local
Bus, Trigger Bus and Star Trigger are not implemented.
Uses a 33 MHz 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.
Power Requirements
+3.3 V +5 V +12 V -12 V
150 mA 1 A 0 0
Mechanical Characteristics
Single slot 3U PXI (CompactPCI card).
3D models for all versions in a variety of popular file formats
are available on request.
Data Path Specification
Configuration: 4 or 8 pairs of two wire
connections designed for use
on differential serial interfaces.
Faults Simulated: Open on either wire or both,
short between wires, short to
one of eight fault connections
via four fault buses.
Differential Line
Impedance: 120 Ω
Voltage Rating:
Current Rating:
Max Hot Switch Power:
100 V*
0.3 A
30 W
Path Resistance: <2 Ω
Typical Bandwidth: 50 MHz Differential
Operate Time: 4 ms (typical)†
* For full voltage rating, signal sources to be switched must
be fully isolated from mains supply and safety earth.
† Including Mode A restricted usage feature overhead - see
user manual for further information.
Fault Bus Specification
Configuration: Four fault buses each with a
changeover relay for selecting
one of two fault conditions.
Voltage Rating:
Current Rating:
Max Hot Switch Power:
100 V*
2 A
60 W
* For full voltage rating, signal sources to be switched must
be fully isolated from mains supply and safety earth.
Connectors
PXI bus via 32-bit P1/J1 backplane connector.
Signals via front panel 78-pin male D-Type connector, for pin
outs please refer to the operating manual.
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Support Products
eBIRST Switching System Test Tool
This product is supported by the eBIRST test tools which
simplify the identification of failed relays, the required
eBIRST tools are below. For more information go to:
pickeringtest.com/ebirst
Product Test Tool Adaptor
40-200-00x 93-006-001 Not Required
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
40-200-00x 91-100-001
For further assistance, please contact your local Pickering
sales office.
Mating Connectors & Cabling
78-pin D-type male to female cables with twisted pairs for
differential signals:
0.5m length
1m length
2m length
A078DMR-078DFR-9A050
A078DMR-078DFR-9A100
A078DMR-078DFR-9A200
Note: Other lengths and terminations are available, please
contact your local Pickering Sales Office for details.
For other connection accessories for the 40-200 modules
please refer to the 90-006D 78-pin D-Type Connector
Accessories data sheet where a complete list and
documentation can be found for accessories, or refer to the
Connection Solutions catalog.
Product Order Codes
4-Channel CAN/FlexRay/Differential
Bus Fault Insertion Switch:
8-Channel CAN/FlexRay/Differential
Bus Fault Insertion Switch:
40-200-004
40-200-008
Product Customization
Pickering modules are designed and manufactured on our
own flexible manufacturing lines, giving complete product
control and enabling simple customization to meet very
specific requirements.
Customization can include:
• Alternative relay types
• Mixture of relay types
• Alternative number of relays
• Different performance specifications
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 office to discuss.
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Ordering Information

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Supporting Products & Software
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) specification
• Legacy and Hybrid Peripheral slots in a 3U PXI Express (PXIe) chassis
• Pickering Interfaces LXI or LXI/USB Modular Chassis
Chassis Selection Guide
Pickering LXI or LXI/USB Modular Chassis
Only accept our PXI Switching & Simulation Modules:
• Choose from 1000+ Pickering PXI 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
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

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Supporting Products & Software
Connectors
& Backshells
Multi-way
Cable Assemblies
RF Cable
Assemblies
Breakouts
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. These accessories are detailed in Connector Accessories data sheets, where a
complete list and documentation can be found for each accessory.
Connector
Blocks
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.
• Fully supported on modern browsers and tablet operating systems.
• Built-in tutorials and videos allow you to get quickly up to speed.
• Store cable assemblies in the Cloud and develop over time.
• Each cable design has a downloadable PDF documentation file
detailing all specifications
Start designing your custom cabling, go to pickeringtest.com/cdt
Mass Interconnect
We recommend the use of a mass interconnect solution when an Interchangeable Test Adapter (ITA) is required for PXI/LXI
based test systems. Our modules are fully supported by 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 go to pickeringrelay.com

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Supporting Products & Software
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 more information go to 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, Simulink
• Marvin ATEasy
• MTQ Testsolutions Tecap Test & Measurement Suite
Drivers for popular Linux distributions are available, other environments are also supported, please contact Pickering
with specific 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 go to pickeringtest.com/software
DMM+ R3a
S+ R3b
DMM- R3c
S- R3d
DMM
S+ S-
DMM+ DMM-
aX1 aX3
aX4
aX7 aX9 aX11 aX13 aX15 aX17 aX19 aX21 aX23 aX25 aX27 aX31
aY1
aY2
aY3
aY4
Switch 1
bY1
bY2
bY3
bY4
bY5
bY6
bY7
bY8
bX1 bX5 bX7 bX9 bX11 bX13 bX15 bX17 bX19 bX21 bX23
R3a R3b
R3c R3d
Switch 2 Device Under Test
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 go to pickeringtest.com/spm
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Supporting Products & Software
Connectors
& Backshells
Multi-way
Cable Assemblies
RF Cable
Assemblies
Breakouts
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. These accessories are detailed in Connector Accessories data sheets, where a
complete list and documentation can be found for each accessory.
Connector
Blocks
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.
• Fully supported on modern browsers and tablet operating systems.
• Built-in tutorials and videos allow you to get quickly up to speed.
• Store cable assemblies in the Cloud and develop over time.
• Each cable design has a downloadable PDF documentation file
detailing all specifications
Start designing your custom cabling, go to pickeringtest.com/cdt
Mass Interconnect
We recommend the use of a mass interconnect solution when an Interchangeable Test Adapter (ITA) is required for PXI/LXI
based test systems. Our modules are fully supported by 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 go to pickeringrelay.com

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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.
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 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
three years from the date of delivery to the original purchaser. Extended warranty and service agreements are available with
various levels for 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 go to pickeringtest.com/support
Available Product Resources
We have a library of resources including success stories, product and support videos, articles and white papers as well as
application-specific brochures to assist you. We have also published reference books on switching technology and the PXI and
LXI standards.
To view, download or request any of our product resources go to pickeringtest.com/resources
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Figure 2.1 - Differential Bus Fault Insertion Switch 40-200:
Functional Block Diagram
Relay
Drivers
U8 to U13
PCI
Interface
& Control
Logic
U1 to U7
+5V
Compact PCI Bus Connector J1
PXI TWO WIRE FAULT INSERTION MODULE 40-200
Front Panel Connector J2
78-pin Male D-type
Relays RL1 to RL92
Four or Eight Channel
Differential Fault Insertion Switch
+3.3V
GND
A functional block diagram is provided in Figure 2.1. The Fault Insertion Switch is powered by +5V and +3.3V
supplies via Compact PCI connector J1. The interface to the user test equipment is via the front panel mounted
78-pin male D-type connector, J2. The module comprises a PCB populated with 92 or 48 electro-mechanical relays
congured as an 8 or 4 channel differential fault insertion switch depending on the module type. The relays are
energised via control signals from relay drivers U8 to U13 under control from the PCI interface and control logic.

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kg
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
!
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.