Tescom TC-5916AP User manual

TC-5916AP Pneumatic Shield Box
User Manual
R20190930

Copyright©2019 TESCOM CO.,LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Address | (10442) #927 Unitechvil 142, Ilsan-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
TEL | [phone]
HOMEPAGE | www.tescom.co.kr

Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Revision History
WARRANTY
Safety Considerations
Safety Symbols and Terms
PART 1. Getting Started
1. Introduction and Specifications
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Specifications
1.3 Initial Inspection
1.4 Optional Parts Check
1.5 TESCOM Sales and Service Office
PART 2. Hardware Description
2. Hardware Overview
2.1 Component Identification
2.2 Dimension
3. Optional Modules & Accessories
3.1 I/O Interface Panels
3.2 Fixtures
PART 3. Putting into Operation
4. Setup and Operation
4.1 Exterior and Accessory Inspection
4.2 Operating Environment
4.3 Connecting & Setting Up
4.4 Shield Box Operation with Fixture
4.5 Shield Box Operation without Fixture
5. Remote Operation Using RS-232C
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5.1 RS-232C Cable Connection
5.2 RS-232C Port Setting
5.3 Communication via RS-232C
5.4 PC Control with Terminal Application
5.5 RS-232C Commands
5.6 RS-232C Commands List
PART 4. Maintenance
6. Maintenance
6.1 Maintenance
6.2 Performance Test
7. Expendables and Accessories
7.1 Expendables and Accessories
8. Check List for Common Problems
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Revision History
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Revision Record
Revision Description Date
v1.0 Initial Release 2019-09-23

WARRANTY
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TESCOM guarantees that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one
year from the date of shipment. During the warranty period, TESCOM will, at its discretion, either repair
or replace defective products.
For the warranty service, customer must notify TESCOM of the defect before the expiration of the
warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. Customer shall be
responsible for packaging and shipping the defective product to TESCOM or to a service center
designated by TESCOM. Customer shall pay for shipping charges as well as any other charges incurred
outside of Korea. TESCOM shall pay shipping charge to return the product to the customer.
This warranty does not apply to Expendables and Accessories and any failure or damage caused by
improper use or unauthorized service. In such cases, TESCOM may refuse to offer any service under the
warranty.
LIMITATION OF WARRANTY
The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulted from software (user interface) supplied by the
customer or any third party, unauthorized modification or misuse, accident or abnormal condition of
operation. Also, Tescom does NOT warrant certain parts which are considered expendable such as
gaskets, gas springs, handle assemblies, accessories, antennas, I/O interfaces, modules and fixtures.
TESCOM's responsibility to repair or replace defective products is the sole and exclusive remedy provided
to the customer for breach of this warranty. TESCOM will not be liable for any indirect, extraordinary,
incidental, or consequential damages, despite any advance notice of the possibility of such damages.

Safety Considerations
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Environmental Conditions
Review the following safety precautions to avoid personal injury, damage to this product, or damage to
any product connected.
Do not disassemble any part unless listed replaceable in this manual
Do not operate in wet/damp conditions
To avoid injury or fire hazard, do not operate this product in wet or damp conditions.
Do not operate in explosive atmosphere
To avoid injury or fire hazard, do not operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.
Provide proper ventilation
To prevent product overheating, provide proper ventilation.
Do not operate with suspected failures
If there is any damage to this product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel
Environmental Conditions
Refrain from using this equipment in a place subject to intense vibration, direct sunlight, or uneven
ground. Also, use it where the temperature is between 0 °C to 50 °C and relative humidity is less than
85%.

Safety Symbols and Terms
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Various symbols are used in this manual and on the product itself to ensure correct usage, to prevent
danger to the user and others, and to prevent property damage. The meanings of these symbols are
described below. It is important that you read these descriptions thoroughly and fully understand its
context.
Safety Terms
WARNING: Identifies conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION: Identifies conditions or practices that could result in damage to the product or other property.
Symbols: The following symbols may appear in this manual or on the product.
Symbol Meaning
 Crush hazard
Moving part can cause serious injury. Must not operate Shield Box when
unauthorized person is in proximity.
Symbol Meaning
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,if not avoided, could result in
serious injury and/or equipment damage.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in a
minor or moderate injury and/or equipment damage. It may also be used to
alert against unsafe practices.
Indicates necessary information or useful information for operation and
maintenance.

PART 1. Getting Started
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1. Introduction and Specifications
Introduction
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1.1 Introduction
Shield Box is an equipment which shields RF signal by radiation or through I/O cables while testing
wireless products.
Shield Box is highly effective in shielding while being small and sturdy. Therefore, it offers efficient and
economical testing solution for mass production, service, and development.
Key Features
●Reliable High-RF shielding up to 6 GHz
●Pneumatic control of door open-close and diverse fixture operation
●EMI filter on all data ports and power line
●Suitable for various tests to meet customers' needs
●Red/Green LED indicators visualizing the operation of ongoing test
●Remote operation by RS-232C
1.2 Specifications
Mechanical Specification
RF Connectors without I/O interface panel two(2) N(f) outside and SMA(f) inside
Input voltage 24 VDC
Power Consumption Max 1.5 W
Remote Control RS-232C, 3 wire, DB9(s)
Air Connector Main connector 6 mm OD hose, one-touch push-on fitting
Fixture control connector 4 mm OD hose, one-touch push-on fitting
Input air pressure 5 to 10 bar

Optional Parts Check
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Dimension Inside 328(W) x 298(D) x 206(H) mm
Outside 420(W) x 430(D) x 260(H) mm, lid closed, 430(H) mm, lid open
Weight approx. 13 kg
*Packing Size 480(W) x 545(D) x 365(H) mm
Weight approx. 15 kg
*The size and/or weight of packing may vary by how the product is packed.
Typical RF Shielding
●The shielding effectiveness below is measured with blank panels; other I/O interface panels may
result in different shielding effectiveness of the shield box.
Frequency Shielding effectiveness (dB)
100 to 2000 MHz > 70 dB
2000 to 3000 MHz > 70 dB
3000 to 6000 MHz > 60 dB
1.3 Initial Inspection
When TC-5916AP is delivered, inspect the package and its content as follows:
1Check for any damage that could have occurred during shipment.
2Verify that you have received the accessories supplied with the TC-5916AP and module, which
are listed in 4.1 Exterior and Accessory Inspection
3In case of any abnormality, do not install or operate the product for your own safety. Please
contact TESCOM immediately.
1.4 Optional Parts Check
Referring to 3. Optional Modules & Accessories , check optional panels and accessories whether they
are in place as you ordered.

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TESCOM Sales and Service Office
1.5 TESCOM Sales and Service Office
If you have difficulty with the product, call or write to our Technical Support specialists at:
TESCOM Company Limited # 927 Unitechvil, 142, Ilsan-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si,
Gyunggi-do, Korea [ZIP 10442]
TEL.: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.tescom.co.kr

PART 2. Hardware Description
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2. Hardware Overview
Component Identification
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2.1 Component Identification
Figure 2-1 TC-5916AP Component Identification
Table 2-1 TC-5916AP Component Identification
No. Name No. Name
1Lid 9Air Cylinder
2Lid Handle 10 Lid Close Sensor
3Lid Open/Close Button 11 Hinge
4Power ON/OFF Switch 12 I/O Interface Panel
5Green LED for PASS 13 N(f) outside and SMA(f) inside RF Connector
6Orange LED for TEST 14 AC Input Connector
7Red LED for FAIL 15 RS-232C Connector
8Fixture Operation Button 16 Air Inlet

Component Identification
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2.1.1 TC-5916AP Inside
TC-5916AP Fixture Air Port
Figure 2-2 TC-5916AP Fixture Air Ports
Table 2-2 TC-5916AP Fixture Air Ports & Sensor Connector
No. Name
1Probe UP Air Port (Ø4) , Speed control function excluded
2Probe DOWN Air Port (Ø4), Speed control function excluded
3Handler IN Air Port (Ø4), Speed control function excluded
4Handler OUT Air Port (Ø4), Speed control function excluded
5Sensor Connector DB9 100 pF Filter, for connecting a sensor cable

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Component Identification
Sensor Connector Pin Map
Figure 2-3 TC-5916AP Inside D-SUB 9P (Female) Sensor Connector Specification
Table 2-3 TC-5916AP Inside D-SUB 9P (Female) Connector Pin Map
Pin Number (Female) Function
1Probe Sensor GND
2Probe Sensor Signal
3Handler Sensor GND
4Handler Sensor Signal

Component Identification
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2.1.2 TC-5916AP Control Box
Figure 2-4 5916AP Control Box
Table 2-4 TC-5916AP Control Board Connector
No. Function Connector Description
1RS-232C Communication JP2 RS-232C Connector
2Power Supply JP1 +24V DC Input Connector
3LED JP15 FAIL LED Connector
4JP14 PASS LED Connector
5JP13 TEST LED Connector
6Solenoid Valve JP11 Solenoid Valve Connector for Handler
7JP10 Solenoid Valve Connector for Probe
8JP9 Solenoid Valve Connector for Lid
JP8 Solenoid Valve Connector for Lid
9Sensor JP21 Lid Close Detection Sensor Connector
10 JP7 Handler Inward Detection Sensor Connector
11 JP6 Probe Downward Detection Sensor Connector
12 Operation Button JP4 Right-Hand Side Lid Open Button Connector
13 JP5 Left-Hand Side Lid Open Button Connector
14 JP16 Fixture Operation Button Connector

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Dimension
2.2 Dimension

Dimension
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3. Optional Modules & Accessories
I/O Interface Panels
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3.1 I/O Interface Panels
TC-5916AP has several types of panel options for connecting data interface, power, etc., and it can be
customized to suit your needs.
3.1.1 Pre-configured Panels
List of I/O interface panels already configured by us
Table 3-1 Pre-configured Panels for TC-5916AP
I/O Interface Panel Order Number Configuration
Data Interface Panel
M591602A ●one(1) DB25(p) outside and DB25(s) inside, 1000 pF Pi filter
●one(1) DB9(p) outside and DB9(s) inside, 100 pF Pi filter
●one(1) USB 2.0 outside and inside
Data Interface Panel
M591605A ●one(1) DB25(p) outside and DB25(s) inside, 100 pF Pi filter
●one(1) DB9(p) outside and DB9(s) inside, 100 pF Pi filter
●one(1) USB 2.0 outside and inside
●one(1) DC Power Jack outside and inside
Data Interface Panel
M591632A ●two(2) N (f) ouside and SMA (f) inside
●one(1) DB9(p) outside and DB9(s) inside, 1000 pF Pi filter
●four(4) USB 2.0 outside and inside
●one(1) RJ-45 outside and inside