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CT-310A
FIVE-SLOT VXIBUS CHASSIS
USER’S MANUAL
P/N: 82-0062-000
Released November 17, 2007
VXI Technology, Inc.
2031 Main Street
Irvine, CA 92614-6509
[phone]
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS.................................................................................................................................................3
Certification .........................................................................................................................................................4
Warranty ..............................................................................................................................................................4
Limitation of Warranty ........................................................................................................................................4
Restricted Rights Legend.....................................................................................................................................4
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................................................................................................................5
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..............................................................................................................................6
Terms and Symbols..............................................................................................................................................6
Warnings..............................................................................................................................................................7
LES INSTRUCTIONS GÉNÉRALES DE SÛRETÉ ..............................................................................................................8
Limites et Symboles.............................................................................................................................................8
Attention (Warnings) ...........................................................................................................................................9
SUPPORT RESOURCES ..............................................................................................................................................10
SECTION 1 ...................................................................................................................................................................11
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................11
Overview............................................................................................................................................................11
General Description ...........................................................................................................................................12
Backplane...........................................................................................................................................................12
Performance .......................................................................................................................................................12
Removable Power Supply..................................................................................................................................13
Flexibility...........................................................................................................................................................13
CT-310A Mainframe Features...........................................................................................................................14
Voltage Indicator LEDs .....................................................................................................................................15
CT-310A Specifications.....................................................................................................................................17
SECTION 2 ...................................................................................................................................................................21
INSTALLATION.........................................................................................................................................................21
Introduction........................................................................................................................................................21
Backplane...........................................................................................................................................................21
Remote Power-On Option..................................................................................................................................22
+5 V Standby Usage ..........................................................................................................................................23
Fan Speed Switch...............................................................................................................................................24
RACK MOUNT OPTION INSTALLATION.....................................................................................................................25
Overview............................................................................................................................................................25
Rack Ear Installation Procedure.........................................................................................................................26
Rack Slide Installation Procedure......................................................................................................................28
Rack Mount Door Installation Procedure ..........................................................................................................30
INSTALLATION OF VXI MODULES ...........................................................................................................................32
Overview............................................................................................................................................................32
DISCONNECTING THE MAINFRAME ..........................................................................................................................33
SECTION 3 ...................................................................................................................................................................35
SERVICE INFORMATION ...........................................................................................................................................35
Introduction........................................................................................................................................................35
Replicable Parts List ..........................................................................................................................................35
CT-310A Power Supply Replacement...............................................................................................................36
Cleaning the Mainframe.....................................................................................................................................38
INDEX ..........................................................................................................................................................................39
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CERTIFICATION
VXI Technology, Inc. (VTI) certifies that this product met its published specifications at the time of shipment from
the factory. VTI further certifies that its calibration measurements are traceable to the United States National
Institute of Standards and Technology (formerly National Bureau of Standards), to the extent allowed by that
organization’s calibration facility, and to the calibration facilities of other International Standards Organization
members.
WARRANTY
The product referred to herein is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years
from the receipt date of the product at customer’s facility. The same warranty applies to the power supply for a
period of one year. The sole and exclusive remedy for breach of any warranty concerning these goods shall be
repair or replacement of defective parts, or a refund of the purchase price, to be determined at the option of VTI.
For warranty service or repair, this product must be returned to a VXI Technology authorized service center. The
product shall be shipped prepaid to VTI and VTI shall prepay all returns of the product to the buyer. However, the
buyer shall pay all shipping charges, duties, and taxes for products returned to VTI from another country.
VTI warrants that its software and firmware designated by VTI for use with a product will execute its programming
when properly installed on that product. VTI does not, however, warrant that the operation of the product, or
software, or firmware will be uninterrupted or error free.
LIMITATION OF WARRANTY
The warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate maintenance by the buyer, buyer-
supplied products or interfacing, unauthorized modification or misuse, operation outside the environmental
specifications for the product, or improper site preparation or maintenance.
VXI Technology, Inc. shall not be liable for injury to property other than the goods themselves. Other than the
limited warranty stated above, VXI Technology, Inc. makes no other warranties, express, or implied, with respect to
the quality of product beyond the description of the goods on the face of the contract. VTI specifically disclaims the
implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
RESTRICTED RIGHTS LEGEND
Use, duplication, or disclosure by the Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subdivision (b)(3)(ii) of
the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause in DFARS 252.227-7013.
VXI Technology, Inc.
2031 Main Street
Irvine, CA 92614-6509 U.S.A.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Declaration of Conformity According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014
MANUFACTURER’S NAME VXI Technology, Inc.
MANUFACTURER’S ADDRESS 2031 Main Street
Irvine, California 92614-6509-6509
PRODUCT NAME Five-Slot VXIbus Chassis
MODEL NUMBER(S) CT-310A
PRODUCT OPTIONS All
PRODUCT CONFIGURATIONS All
VXI Technology, Inc. declares that the aforementioned product conforms to the requirements of
the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/366/EEC (inclusive 93/68/EEC)
and carries the “CE” mark accordingly. The product has been designed and manufactured
according to the following specifications:
SAFETY EN61010 (2001)
EMC EN61326 (1997 w/A1:98) Class A
CISPR 22 (1997) Class A
VCCI (April 2000) Class A
ICES-003 Class A (ANSI C63.4 1992)
AS/NZS 3548 (w/A1 & A2:97) Class A
FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A
EN 61010-1:2001
I hereby declare that the aforementioned product has been designed to be in compliance with the relevant sections
of the specifications listed above as well as complying with all essential requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
November 2007
Steve Mauga, QA Manager
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Review the following safety precautions to avoid bodily injury and/or damage to the product.
These precautions must be observed during all phases of operation or service of this product.
Failure to comply with these precautions, or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual,
violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the product.
Service should only be performed by qualified personnel.
TERMS AND SYMBOLS
These terms may appear in this manual:
Indicates that a specific WARNING or CAUTION follows.
WARNING Indicates that a procedure or condition may cause bodily injury or death.
CAUTION
Indicates that a procedure or condition could possibly cause damage to
equipment or loss of data.
These symbols may appear on the product:
WARNING Indicates that a procedure or condition may cause bodily injury or death.
!
ATTENTION - Important safety instructions
Frame or chassis ground
Alternating Current (ac)
Indicates that the product was manufactured after August 13, 2005. This mark is
placed in accordance with EN 50419, Marking of electrical and electronic
equipment in accordance with Article 11(2) of Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE).
End-of-life product can be returned to VTI by obtaining an RMA number. Fees
for take-back and recycling will apply if not prohibited by national law.
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WARNINGS
Follow these precautions to avoid injury or damage to the product:
Use Proper Power Cord To avoid hazard, only use the power cord specified for this product.
Use Proper Power Source
To avoid electrical overload, electric shock, or fire hazard, do not
use a power source that applies other than the specified voltage.
Avoid Electric Shock To avoid electric shock or fire hazard, do not operate this product
with the covers removed. Do not connect or disconnect any cable,
probes, test leads, etc. while they are connected to a voltage source.
Remove all power and unplug unit before performing any service.
Service should only be performed by qualified personnel.
Ground the Product This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the
power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding conductor must
be connected to earth ground.
Operating Conditions To avoid injury, electric shock or fire hazard:
- Do not operate in wet or damp conditions.
- Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.
- Operate or store only in specified temperature range.
- Provide proper clearance for product ventilation to prevent
overheating.
- DO NOT operate if there is any damage to this product is
suspected. Product should be inspected or serviced only by
qualified personnel.
Improper Use The operator of this instrument is advised that if equipment is
used in a manner not specified in this manual, the protection
provided by this equipment be may be impaired.
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LES INSTRUCTIONS GÉNÉRALES DE SÛRETÉ
Passez en revue les mesures de sécurité pour éviter des dommages corporels et/ou des dommages
au produit. De ces précautions pendant toutes les phases opération ou on doit observer service de
ce produit. Le manque de se conformer à ces précautions ou aux avertissements spécifiques
ailleurs en ce manuel, viole des normes de sûreté de conception, de fabrication et d′utilisation du
produit.
Le service devrait seulement être assuré par le personnel qualifié.
LIMITES ET SYMBOLES
Ces limites peuvent apparaître dans ce manuel:
Indique qu′un avertissement spécifique suit.
ATTENTION
(WARNING)
Indique qu’un procédé ou une condition peut causer des dommages corporels ou
la mort.
ATTENTION Indique qu′un procédé ou une condition pourrait probablement endommager
l′équipement ou la perte de données.
Ces symboles peuvent apparaître sur le produit:
ATTENTION
(WARNING)
Indique qu′un procédé ou une condition peut causer des dommages corporels ou
la mort.
!
ATTENTION - Instructions de sécurité importantes.
La terre de vue ou de châssis.
Courant alternatif (C.A.)
Indique que le produit était construit après août 13, 2005. Cette marque est
placée selon En 50419. Inscription d'équipement électrique et électronique selon
Article 11(2) de 2002/96/EC directif (WEEE). le produit de l'Extrémité-de-vie
peut être retourné à VTI en obtenant un nombre de RMA. Les honoraires pour
prennent-en arrière et réutilisation s'appliquera si non interdit par loi nationale.
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ATTENTION (WARNINGS)
Suivez ces précautions pour éviter des dommages ou d’endommager le produit:
Employez le Cordon de
Secteur Approprié
Pour éviter les risques, utiliser seulement le cordon de secteur
indiqué pour ce produit.
Employez la Source ď
Énergie Appropriée
Pour éviter la surcharge électrique, décharge électrique, ou le risqué
d′incendie, ne pas employer une source d′énergie autre que la
tension indiquée.
Évitez la Décharge
Électrique
Pour éviter la décharge électrique ou le risqué d’incendie
n’actionnez pas ce produit si les couvercles sont enlevés. Ne relies
ou ne débranchez aucun câble, sondes, fils test, etc. tendis qu′ils
sont reliés à une source de tension. Coupez toute la puissance et
débranchez l'unité avant d’assurer n′importe quel service. Le
service devrait seulement être assuré par le personnel qualifié.
Ettez ce Produit à la Terre
de la Terre
Ce produit est relié à la terre par le cordon de secteur. Pour éviter
une décharge électrique, le cordon de secteur doit être relié à une
sortie de C.A. correctement configurée.
Conditions de
Fonctionnement
Pour éviter des dommages, décharge électrique ou risque
d’incendie:
- Ne pas utiliser dans des conditions mouillées ou humides.
- Ne pas utiliser dans une atmosphère.
- Utiliser ou stocker seulement dans la température ambiante
indiquée.
- Assurez-vous d’un dégagement approprié pour la ventilation
de produit affin d’empêcher la surchauffe.
- NE PAS UTILISEZ en cas de dommages suspectés. Le
produit devrait être inspecte ou entretenu seulement par le
personnel qualifié.
Utilisation Inexacte L’opérateur de cet instrument est conseille que si l’équipement
est employé en quelque sorte pas spécifié en ce manuel, la
protection fournie par l’équipement peut être altère.
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