VXI-1200 User Manual - National Instruments
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1. Safety Chassis Grounding Screw DCE Y Figure 3 2 1200 Rear View See the Rear Panel Switch and Connector Descriptions section later in this chapter for information on rear panel features VXI 1200 User Manual 3 2 National Instruments Corporation Chapter 3 Operating the VXI 1200 Powering on the Mainframe Figure 3 3 shows the steps you should perform when powering on the mainframe Observe Power Ensure AC Power Set Power Switch Indicator is is Connected to On Position Illuminated NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS 2 FlexFrame POWER 6926 Figure 3 3 Powering on the Mainframe National Instruments Corporation 3 3 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 3 Operating the VXI 1200 Using Remote Power On Standby Switching Find the Monitor Control co2. Gr o o ei Three Slot Locations _ for B Size uj ok VXI VME Modules Figure 1 2 Three Slot Locations for B Size VXI VME Modules VXI 1200 User Manual 1 4 National Instruments Corporation Chapter 1 Getting Started Rack Mount Configuration 50 Footprint The VXI 1200 mainframe is designed for rack mounting in a 5U tall 8 720 in footprint Rack Mount Ear Cable Duct Cm FlexFrame 19 00 Figure 1 3 VXI 1200 Rack Mount 5U Tall Configuration National Instruments Corporation 1 5 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 1 Getting Started Modular Mainframe Design The VXI 1200 highly modular design is virtually wireless with low MTTR and high MTBF E A Blind Mate Pluggable Power Supply BEC D Rear Removable P Fan Filters
3. I 0 8 Rear Removable Em Fan LJ Figure 1 4 Modular Service Friendly Mainframe Design Features 9003 59 iw VXI 1200 User Manual 1 6 National Instruments Corporation Chapter 1 Getting Started 120 Watts Available DC Power Figure 1 5 depicts the VXI 1200 mainframe s 720 W plug in power supply Table 1 1 lists the available DC current for each VXI voltage lt t Power Supply Module Rear View Figure 1 5 1200 720 Watt Pluggable Power Supply Table 1 1 VXI 1200 Available DC Current VXI Voltage Available DC Current National Instruments Corporation 1 7 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 1 Getting Started High Capacity Positive Pressure Cooling System The VXI 1200 uses forced air positive pressure cooling to direct air to the VXI modules Bench Top Cooling System Figure 1 6 details the cooling system in the bench top configuration Top Air Exhaust Rear Air Intake 1 T 1 1 1 T 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 peak Secti
4. sse 2 9 Figure 3 1 VXI 1200 Front View ecteecette oett eee 3 1 Figure 3 2 MXI 1200 Rear View m oerte e REIR IEEE 3 2 Figure 3 3 Powering on the Mainframe 3 3 Figure 3 4 Using Remote Power On Standby 5 3 4 Figure 4 1 VXI 1200 Block Diagram ss 4 1 Figure 5 1 Cleaning the Fan Filters et e nn bed 5 4 Figure 5 2 Removing and Replacing the AC Mains Fuse 5 5 Figure A 1 Mainframe Worst Case Slot Cooling Curve sees A 5 National Instruments Corporation ix VXI 1200 User Manual Table of Contents Tables Table 1 1 VXI 1200 Available DC Current 1 7 Table 3 1 7415 Rear Panel Monitor Control Connector 3 6 3 2 P1 Connector Pinout sine 3 8 3 3 P2 Connector Pinouts for Non Slot 0 Locations 3 9 Table 3 4 P2 Connector Pinouts for VXIbus Slot 0 CO or 3 10 Table 3 5 Power Supply Voltages at J415 sss 3 11 Table 5 1 Troubles hotes sisi nn Anne 5 6 VXI 1200 User Manual X National Instruments Corporation The VXI 1200 User Manual describes the features of the VXI 1200 FlexFrame hereafter referred to as the VXI 1200 This manual contains information about configuring the mainframe installing modules operati
5. Ge Fan Full 3 Quarter Speed Switch V Figure 2 6 Fan Speed Range Selection National Instruments Corporation 2 9 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter Operating the VXI 1200 This chapter explains the front and rear panel controls and indicators and describes how to use the VXI 1200 Figures 3 1 and 3 2 show the VXI 1200 front and rear respectively Power On LED FlexFrame Power On Standby AI Switch gt Y SSS SS a7 Cua uw uw o o o Figure 3 1 1200 Front View National Instruments Corporation 3 1 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 3 Operating the VXI 1200 J400 AC Input Connector F400 AC Fuse 86 c o8c Power Supply Concealed Handle J415 Monitor Control Module Cooling Fan Assembly Y Fan Full 3 Quarter Speed Switch
6. 1200 User Manual December 1996 Edition Part Number 321404A 01 Copyright 1996 National Instruments Corporation All Rights Reserved Internet Support support natinst com E mail info natinst com FTP Site ftp natinst com Web Address http www natinst com Bulletin Board Support BBS United States 512 794 5422 BBS United Kingdom 01635 551422 BBS France 1 48 65 15 59 Fax on Demand Support 512 418 1111 gt Telephone Support U S Tel 512 795 8248 Fax 512 794 5678 gt International Offices Australia 02 9874 4100 Austria 0662 45 79 90 0 Belgium 02 757 00 20 Canada Ontario 905 785 0085 Canada Qu bec 514 694 8521 Denmark 45 76 26 00 Finland 09 527 2321 France 01 48 14 24 24 Germany 089 741 31 30 Hong Kong 2645 3186 Israel 03 5734815 Italy 02 413091 Japan 03 5472 2970 Korea 02 596 7456 Mexico 5 520 2635 Netherlands 0348 433466 Norway 32 84 84 00 Singapore 2265886 Spain 91 640 0085 Sweden 08 730 49 70 Switzerland 056 200 51 51 Taiwan 02 377 1200 U K 01635 523545 National Instruments Corporate Headquarters 6504 Bridge Point Parkway Austin TX 78730 5039 Tel 512 794 0100 Important Information Warranty Copyright Trademarks The VXI 1200 mainframe is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of shipment as evidenced by receipts or other documentation National Instrume
7. signal table 3 6 12 signal table 3 6 24 VHS signal table 3 6 24 signal table 3 6 24 VMON signal table 3 6 A AC mains power operating at greater than 63 Hz warning 2 1 overview 2 1 removing and replacing fuse 5 5 troubleshooting 5 6 ACFAIL signal table 3 6 airflow directors installing and removing 2 4 Application Specific Front Panel ASFP installing 2 6 backplane features 1 10 functions 4 3 interconnections 4 3 specifications A 7 National Instruments Corporation 1 1 Index backplane connections P1 connector pinouts table 3 8 P2 connector pinouts all non Slot 0 locations table 3 9 VXIbus Slot 0 table 3 10 bench top cooling system 1 8 bench top mainframe portable 1 3 B sized VXI VME modules slot locations 1 4 bulletin board support B 1 C card guide covers installing and removing 2 4 cleaning the 1200 5 2 to 5 3 exterior 5 3 fan filters 5 4 interior 5 3 precautions 5 3 configuration and installation 2 1 to 2 9 AC mains power 2 1 ASFP panel 2 6 card guide covers airflow directors 2 4 fan speed range 2 9 fast setup features 1 2 filler panels 2 6 module installation 2 3 to 2 4 rack mount door 2 7 safety ground connection 2 8 site considerations 2 2 VXIbus Slot 0 controller location 2 2 VXI 1200 User Manual Index cooling system bench top cooling system 1 8 cleaning fan filters 5
8. Retaining Screw Slots AtOOLNTODONYTODONTODOUNTODONTODONTONDS QI o 0 000 sf F SE f SF ID UO LO LO LO O CO D Qi t c oo O I xt O 00 OQ QI E N t AN E 00 Oo LOI F xt SE LD LO DD LO LO C D OI 1018 37150 0 LOIS NO D 5 AA A A CO D N gt 0 O ooesr Factory Configuration Figure 2 1 Select VXIbus Slot 0 Controller Location National Instruments Corporation 2 3 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 2 Configuring the VXI 1200 Caution To avoid possible damage do NOT apply power to the mainframe with modules installed until you have configured the VXIbus Slot 0 controller location as described in the previous section Installing and Removing Card Guide Covers Airflow Directors To improve the cooling of used slots in the VXI mainframe a limited number of airflow directors can be installed at empty slot locations to redirect otherwise wasted airflow Wy Caution To maintain a balanced airflow throughout the system when using airflow directors do not c
9. 5 50 ns 5 kHz DC Power 0 5 5 50 ns 5 kHz AC Power 1 0 5 50 5 kHz VXI 1200 User Manual A 6 National Instruments Corporation Appendix A Specifications Backplane Bus Grant Interrupt Acknowledge Solid state auto configuring jumperless VXIbus CLK10 Distribution Full differential Physical Overall Dimensions Standard Mainframe 7U Height 35 6 cm 14 02 in Width 22 2 cm 8 72 in Depth 71 9 cm 28 32 in 15 9 kg 35 Ib with no modules installed MTBF 44 554 76 hours National Instruments Corporation A 7 VXI 1200 User Manual Appendix Customer Communication For your convenience this appendix contains forms to help you gather the information necessary to help us solve technical problems you might have as well as a form you can use to comment on the product documentation Filling out a copy of the Technical Support Form before contacting National Instruments helps us help you better and faster National Instruments provides comprehensive technical assistance around the world In the U S and Canada applications engineers are available Monday through Friday from 8 00 a m to 6 00 p m central time In other countries contact the nearest branch office You may fax questions to us at any time Electronic Services Bulletin Board Support National Instruments has BBS and FTP sites dedicated for 24 hour support with a collection of files and documents to answer most
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11. Microprocessor Clock Frequency Operating System Slot Logical Interrupt Manufacturer Description and Function Masa EMI Documentation Comment Form National Instruments encourages you to comment on the documentation supplied with our products This information helps us provide quality products to meet your needs Title VXI 1200 User Manual Edition Date December 1996 Part Number 321404A 01 Please comment on the completeness clarity and organization of the manual If you find errors in the manual please record the page numbers and describe the errors Thank you for your help Name Title Company Address Phone Mail to Technical Publications Faxto Technical Publications National Instruments Corporation National Instruments Corporation 6504 Bridge Point Parkway 512 794 5678 Austin TX 78730 5039 Glossary Symbols 9 degrees 2 equal or greater than lt equal or less than change in voltage per cent A A amperes AC alternating current National Instruments Corporation G 1 VXI 1200 User Manual Glossary ACFAIL AWG backplane BERR CLK10 D daisy chain DC VXI 1200 User Manual A VME backplane signal that is asserted when a power failure has occurred either AC line source or power supply malfunction or if it is necessary to disable the power supply such as for a high
12. temperature condition application specific front panel American Wire Gauge An assembly typically a printed circuit board with 96 pin connectors and signal paths that bus the connector pins A C size VXIbus system will have two sets of bused connectors called J1 and J2 Bus error an error that signals failed access to an address Bus errors occur with low level accesses to memory and usually involve hardware with bus mapping capabilities For example nonexistent memory a nonexistent register or an incorrect device access can cause a bus error Celsius 10 MHz 100 ppm individually buffered to each module slot differential ECL system clock that is sourced from Slot 0 of a VXIbus mainframe and distributed to Slots 1 through 12 on P2 It 15 distributed to each slot as a single source single destination signal with a matched delay of under 8 ns A method of propagating signals along a bus in which the devices are prioritized on the basis of their position on the bus direct current G 2 National Instruments Corporation ECL ESD ft GND IACK IEC Ib LED National Instruments Corporation Glossary emitter coupled logic electrostatic discharge feet ground hertz cycles per second interrupt acknowledge International Electrotechnical Commission an organization that sets international electrical and electronics standards mainframe peak current inches pounds li
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14. connected to or in proximity to this instrument are properly grounded or connected to the protective third wire earth ground Have performance checked by qualified personnel if the instrument fails to operate satisfactorily shows visible damage has been stored under unfavorable conditions or has sustained stress Table of Contents About This Manual Organization of This Manual sisi eat rbd xi Conventions Used in This Manual sise xii Customer Communication nee eene nnne nn nnn nennt senes sene n xii Chapter 1 Getting Started What You Need to Get Started ss 1 1 Optional Equipimment eee pter teur ER 1 1 Key EGal res ir UR 1 2 Base of Use teneo E do p tp PERPE 1 2 Portable Bench Top 1 3 Three Slot Locations for B Size VXI VME 1 4 Rack Mount Configuration SU Footprint ss 1 5 Modular Mainframe Design 1 6 720 Watts Available DC Power sise 1 7 High Capacity Positive Pressure Cooling system 1 8 Bench Top Cooling System 1 8 Rack Mount Cooling System 1 9 Rack Mount Options teet eet trei a eee ERR Perte sin 1 10 Backplane ite eee eoe temet eg edes 1 10 Chapter 2 Configuring the VXI 1200 AG meteo eed em e Rt 2 1 Site Considerations iore o ER ed r
15. 4 fan speed range selection 2 9 operation 4 4 overview 1 2 power supply cooling 4 4 rack mount cooling system 1 9 specifications 4 to A 5 customer communication xii B 1 to B 2 D documentation conventions used in manual xii organization of manual xi xii E electrical specifications A 1 to A 4 AC input A 1 to A 2 DC output A 2 to A 4 electronic support services B 1 to B 2 e mail support B 2 environmental specifications A 6 equipment optional 1 1 F fan filters cleaning 5 4 fan speed range selection 2 9 Fax on Demand support B 2 filler panels installing 2 6 FTP support B 1 functional check 3 11 fuse for AC mains blown fuse table 5 6 removing and replacing 5 5 G GND signal table 3 6 ground connecting 2 8 VXI 1200 User Manual inspection of VXI 1200 5 2 installation See configuration and installation J 1415 Monitor Control connector basic functional check 3 11 location on VXI 1200 figure 3 4 power supply voltages table 3 11 rear panel illustration 3 6 signal assignments table 3 6 remote power on standby switching 3 4 to 3 5 mainframe modular design 1 6 portable bench top 1 3 powering on 3 3 maintenance of 1200 5 1 to 5 6 AC mains fuse removing and replacing 5 5 cleaning 5 2 to 5 3 exterior 5 3 interior 5 3 precautions 5 3 fan filters cleaning 5 4 inspection 5 2 preparation 5 2 service interval 5 1 service strategy 5 1 st
16. A 12 8A 5 V 54 A 2 V 12 A 5 2 V 12 A 12 V 8A 24 V 4A 5 V STDBY max user supplied VXI 1200 User Manual A 2 National Instruments Corporation Appendix A Specifications DC Voltage Regulation Voltage Tolerance A V 24 V 1 2 V 720 mV 12 600 mV 360 mV 45V 250 mV 125 mV 2 100 mV 100 mV 5 2 260 mV 156 mV 12 600 mV 360 mV 24 1 2 V 720 mV Maximum Load Ripple Noise Voltage Ripple Noise 24 V 150 mV p 12 V 50 mV 5 V 50 2 V 50 mV p 5 2 V 50 mV 12 V 50 mV 24 V 150 Maximum Induced Ripple Noise Voltage Ripple Noise 24 V 150 mV 12 V 50 mV 5 V 50 2 V 50 mV 5 2 V 50 mV p 12 V 50 mV 24 V 150 mV Auxiliary DC Outputs Voltage Current Fused Self Healing 5 V 1A 12 V 1A Protections Over voltage protection Over current protection National Instruments Corporation A 3 VXI 1200 User Manual Appendix A Specifications VXI Supply Rear Panel Voltage Tolerance V DC Voltage Monitors 424 V 41 2 V 720 mV 1415 Connector 12V 600 mV 360 mV 5 V 250 mV 125 mV 2 V 100 mV 100 mV 5 2 V 260 mV 156 mV 12 V 600 mV 360 mV 24 V 1 2 V 720 mV Cooling Per Slot Cooling Capacity Typically 80 W per slot 0 35 mm H 0 Figure A 1 shows the worst case slot cooling curve of the mainframe Cooling System Forced air circulation positive pressurization Slot A
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18. alic The following conventions are used in this manual Bold italic text denotes a note caution or warning Italic text denotes emphasis a cross reference or an introduction to a key concept Abbreviations acronyms metric prefixes mnemonics symbols and terms are listed in the Glossary Customer Communication VXI 1200 User Manual National Instruments wants to receive your comments on our products and manuals We are interested in the applications you develop with our products and we want to help if you have problems with them To make it easy for you to contact us this manual contains comment and configuration forms for you to complete These forms are in Appendix B Customer Communication at the end of this manual Xii National Instruments Corporation Chapter Getting Started This chapter describes the key features of the VXI 1200 gives an overview of the bench top and rack mount applications and lists optional equipment you can order from National Instruments The VXI 1200 FlexFrame is a 9 slot VXIbus mainframe The VXI 1200 can accommodate up to six C size VXI modules and up to three B size VXI or VME modules A plug in Personality module allows either the CO slot or BO slot to function as the mainframe VXIbus Slot 0 location The VXI 1200 fully complies with the V XIbus Specification Revision 1 4 requirements and is VXIplug amp play compatible What You Need to Get Started The VXI 1200 kit
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20. atic discharge damage caution 5 2 troubleshooting 5 6 manual See documentation Monitor Control connector See J415Monitor Control connector National Instruments Corporation non Slot 0 locations P2 connector pinouts table 3 9 0 operating the VXI 1200 3 1 to 3 11 backplane connections 3 7 to 3 10 P1 connector pinouts table 3 8 P2 connector pinouts non Slot 0 locations table 3 9 P2 connector pinouts V XIbus Slot 0 locations table 3 10 basic functional check 3 11 front view of V XI 1200 figure 3 1 powering on mainframe 3 3 rear panel switch and connector descriptions 3 5 to 3 6 rear view of VXI 1200 figure 3 1 remote power on standby switching 3 4 to 3 5 P P1 connector pinouts table 3 8 P2 connector pinouts all non Slot 0 locations table 3 9 VXIbus Slot 0 table 3 10 Personality module plug in 1 2 physical specifications A 7 plug in Personality module 1 2 portable bench top mainframe 1 3 power on standby switching remote 3 4 to 3 5 power supply 720 watt plug in power supply available DC current table 1 7 illustration 1 7 AC mains power 2 1 cooling 4 4 electrical specifications A 1 to A 4 National Instruments Corporation Index AC input A 1 to A 2 DC output A 2 to A 4 interconnections 4 2 overview 4 2 plug in power supply fans and monitor 1 2 protections 4 2 troubleshooting 5 6 universal AC input 1 2 voltages at JA15 Monitor Control connec
21. bus limits at the rear panel connector J415 using a digital voltmeter Referring to Table 3 5 connect one lead of the voltmeter to a supply pin at 7415 Connect the reference lead of the voltmeter to one of the ground pins Compare each voltage reading to the values listed in Table 3 5 Table 3 5 Power Supply Voltages at J415 J415 Pin Supply VXI Acceptable Voltage Range 4 875 to 5 25 V s fov If the voltages are within the specified ranges the mainframe complies with VXI voltage limit specifications 2 1 to 1 9 V National Instruments Corporation 3 11 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter Understanding the VXI 1200 This chapter describes the major functional blocks of the VXI 1200 FlexFrame the power supply backplane and cooling system Figure 4 1 shows the functional block diagram of the VXI 1200 Fan Full 3 Quarter Speed Switch Monitor Control D 5 ao c R Power Supply J52 52 453 P53 CO Personality Module 453 BO Figure 4 1 VXI 1200 Block Diagram National Instruments Corporation 4 1 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 4 Understanding the VXI 1200 Power Supply The power supply accepts power from the AC mains and converts it to DC to power the following components e VXI modules installed
22. d to ensure a level of reliability suitable for use in treatment and diagnosis of humans Applications of National Instruments products involving medical or clinical treatment can create a potential for accidental injury caused by product failure or by errors on the part of the user or application designer Any use or application of National Instruments products for or involving medical or clinical treatment must be performed by properly trained and qualified medical personnel and all traditional medical safeguards equipment and procedures that are appropriate in the particular situation to prevent serious injury or death should always continue to be used when National Instruments products are being used National Instruments products are NOT intended to be a substitute for any form of established process procedure or equipment used to monitor or safeguard human health and safety in medical or clinical treatment FCC DOC Radio Frequency Interference Class A Compliance This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in strict accordance with the instructions in this manual may cause interference to radio and television reception Classification requirements are the same for the Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Department of Communications DOC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following two regulatory agencies Federal Communications Commission This equi
23. dules The air passing over components in the modules absorbs heat and exits at the side of the modules The VXI 1200 mainframe exhausts module cooling air at the top bench top configuration or left side rack mount configuration of the mainframe Cooling the Power Supply VXI 1200 User Manual The power supply assembly contains a speed controlled fan for its own internal cooling Filtered air enters through the rear of the mainframe and exits at the top bench top or side rack mount after passing through the power supply 4 4 National Instruments Corporation Chapter Maintenance This chapter describes basic maintenance procedures you can perform on the VXI 1200 FlexFrame This chapter describes procedures for inspecting and cleaning the VXI 1200 removing and replacing mainframe components and isolating problems to the module level Refer to Chapter 4 Understanding the VXI 1200 for theory of operation information Service Strategy The service procedures in this manual describe removal and replacement procedures to repair the VXI 1200 to the module level Module level repairs are accomplished by exchanging faulty modules with known good modules or parts No component level repair is provided in this manual Service Interval Clean the power supply filter and mainframe module fan filter at a maximum interval of six months Depending upon the amount of use and ambient dust levels in the operating
24. e OP tae es 5 2 Inspection and Cleaning ses 5 2 Interior Cleaning ione eerte o tene 5 3 Exterior Cleaning tr ORE Eo ER ER EH 5 3 Cleaning the Fan Filters m eee e eire D rH rie Hp odes 5 4 Removing and Replacing the AC Mains 5 5 Troubleshooting the VXI 1200 sess nennen retener treten 5 6 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Customer Communication VXI 1200 User Manual Viii National Instruments Corporation Table of Contents Glossary Index Figures Figure 1 1 VXI 1200 Portable Streamlined 5U Wide Mainframe in Bench Top Configuration 1 3 Figure 1 2 Three Slot Locations for B Size VXI VME Modules 1 4 Figure 1 3 VXI 1200 Rack Mount SU Tall Configuration 1 5 Figure 1 4 Modular Service Friendly Mainframe Design Features 1 6 Figure 1 5 VXI 1200 720 Watt Power Supply seen 1 7 Figure 1 6 VXI 1200 Bench Top Configuration Positive Pressure Cooling System 1 8 Figure 1 7 VXI 1200 Rack Mount Configuration Positive Pressure Cooling System inia eet betreten qe eren 1 9 Figure 2 1 Select VXIbus Slot 0 Controller Location 2 3 Figure 2 2 A rflow DIFTeCtors ca toto I eee n E pete 2 4 Figure 2 3 Filler Panels ann RI Y RE em 2 6 Figure 2 4 Installing Rack Mount Door ss 2 7 Figure 2 5 Connecting Safety Ground ss 2 8 Figure 2 6 Fan Speed Range Selection
25. e the fuse insert the fuse carrier and fuse assembly into the fuse housing opening for F400 on the power supply Insert the flat blade screwdriver into the fuse carrier and rotate it clockwise to lock the fuse assembly in place 5 5 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 5 Maintenance Troubleshooting the VXI 1200 Refer to Table 5 1 to troubleshoot the VXI 1200 FlexFrame to its component module level The table lists possible causes why the power annunciator does not come on and gives recommendations for correcting the problem Also see Chapter 4 Understanding the VXI 1200 Table 5 1 Troubleshooting Possible Cause What to Do VXI 1200 mainframe not Make sure that the VXI 1200 is connected to power source connected to a live electrical outlet Try operating another piece of equipment from this outlet Power On Standby switch Set the front Power On Standby not switched on switch to the ON position Refer to the Powering on the Mainframe section in Chapter 3 Remote inhibit input on the Remove the inhibit by opening the rear panel of the power remote switch or deasserting the supply is active remote open collector driver Refer to the Using Remote Power On Standby Switching section in Chapter 3 Blown AC mains fuse Unplug AC mains power and check the fuse Refer to the Removing and Replacing the AC Mains Fuse section in this chapter Power supply protections are Refer to the Power Supply active causing the supply t
26. ede tor 2 2 Select VXIbus Slot 0 Controller Location ss 2 2 Installing VXI Modules sise 2 3 Installing and Removing Card Guide Covers Airflow Directors 2 4 Installing Filler Panels neret re iet tee Renee E aia 2 6 Installing ASPP Pan l 4 ree tee peii dies Eee epe SED IR 2 6 Installing Rack Mount Door ses 2 7 National Instruments Corporation Vii VXI 1200 User Manual Table of Contents Connecting Safety Ground eec tette rt e Ite ec debes 2 8 Fan Speed R nge 2 ciu n eee eb PPP pp ene 2 9 Chapter 3 Operating the VXI 1200 Powering on the Mainframe ss eee tenente pee e a e re 3 3 Using Remote Power On Standby Switching eene 3 4 Rear Panel Switch and Connector Descriptions 1 3 5 Backplane Connections 3 7 Basic Functional Check 2 detta Re need tee ERR 3 11 Chapter 4 Understanding the 1200 Power Supply doeet ee eee etie ed 4 2 Power Supply Interconnection sees 4 2 Power Supply Protections 4 2 Back plane ves erre e A vae Ee Pede Mera enero RR 4 3 Backplane Interconnections ss 4 3 Cooling System tete t E 4 4 Cooling the Power Supply ss 4 4 Chapter 5 Maintenance Seryice Strategy sees o odio n END er E IO ROS TE re Rete ste ta 5 1 ServiceInterval node oan c ee eid 5 1 etr e e Er te
27. environment the filters may require more frequent cleaning Clean dust from the mainframe exterior and interior as needed based on the operating environment Periodic cleaning reduces instrument breakdown and increases reliability Q National Instruments Corporation 5 1 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 5 Maintenance Preparation The information in this section is designed for use by qualified service personnel Read the For Your Safety section at the front of this manual and the Service Strategy section before attempting any procedures in this chapter Refer to Chapter 3 Operating the VXI 1200 for information on the location of controls indicators and connectors used with the mainframe Caution Many components within the mainframe are susceptible to static discharge damage Service the mainframe only in a static free environment Observe standard handling precautions for static sensitive devices while servicing the mainframe Always wear a grounded wrist strap or equivalent while servicing the mainframe Inspection and Cleaning The mainframe is inspected mechanically and electrically before shipment It should be free of marks or scratches and should meet or exceed all electrical specifications To confirm this inspect the mainframe for physical damage incurred during transit Retain the mainframe packaging if reshipment is necessary Cleaning procedures consist of exterior and interior cleaning of the mainframe and clea
28. ffice Washington DC 20402 Canadian Department of Communications This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada For Your Safety Before undertaking any troubleshooting maintenance or exploratory procedure read carefully the WARNING and CAUTION notices This equipment contains voltage hazardous to human life and safety and is capable of inflicting personal injury If this instrument is to be powered from the AC line mains through an autotransformer ensure the common connector is connected to the neutral earthed pole of the power supply Before operating the unit ensure the conductor green wire is connected to the ground earth conductor of the power outlet Do not use a two conductor extension cord or a three prong two prong adapter This will defeat the protective feature of the third conductor in the power cord Maintenance and calibration procedures sometimes call for operation of the unit with power applied and protective covers removed Read the procedures and heed warnings to avoid live circuit points Before operating this instrument ensure the following e instrument is configured to operate on the voltage at the power source e proper fuse is in place for the power source to operate e All other devices
29. ge and bus grant daisy chain signal lines This eliminates the need to manually configure the backplane Distribution of the CLK10 reference clock is full differential providing a low skew timing source Power is supplied to the backplane through a direct connection to the VXI 1200 power supply eliminating wiring and sub backplane interconnect boards The result is increased reliability and improved dynamic current performance 1 10 National Instruments Corporation Chapter Configuring the 1200 This chapter includes procedures to install and configure the VXI 1200 Use this chapter to perform the following tasks e Review installation site considerations e Configure the VXI 1200 to allow the VXIbus Slot 0 controller to reside in either the front CO slot or the rear BO slot e Install VXI modules card guide covers or optional filler panels e Connect safety ground e Reconfigure fan speed range HI LO setting AC Mains Power The VXI 1200 AC input is both auto voltage and auto frequency ranging and requires no voltage switch selection The standard VXI 1200 is configured for 120 VAC operation Should it be necessary to replace the AC mains fuse F400 refer to the Removing and Replacing the AC Mains Fuse section in Chapter 5 Maintenance 7 Warning For your protection from electrical shock when operating at mains frequencies greater than 63 Hz connect the chassis safety ground terminal to pe
30. ght emitting diode 6 3 VXI 1200 User Manual Glossary MODID MTBF MTTR OC RMS S Slot 0 module SYSFAIL SYSRESET VXI 1200 User Manual meters module identification lines mean time between failure mean time to repair open collector relative humidity root mean square a method used to measure electrical output in volts and watts seconds A device configured for installation in Slot 0 of a VXIbus mainframe This device is unique in the VXIbus system in that it performs the VMEbus system controller functions including clock sourcing and arbitration for data transfers across the backplane Installing such a device into any other slot can damage the device the VXIbus backplane or both A VMEbus signal that is used by a device to indicate an internal failure A failed device asserts this line A VMEbus signal that is used by a device to indicate a system reset or power up condition G 4 National Instruments Corporation Glossary Tr Th rise time hold time TTL transistor transistor logic U Eurocard size V volts VAC volts alternating current VDC volts direct current VME Versa Module Eurocard or IEEE 1014 volts peak to peak VXI VMEbus Extensions for Instrumentation W watts National Instruments Corporation G 5 VXI 1200 User Manual Numbers 2 VMON signal table 3 6 5 STANDBY signal table 3 6 5 signal table 3 6 5 2 VMON signal table 3 6 12
31. guration 5U footprint 1 5 rack mount options 1 10 slot locations for B sized VXI VME modules 1 4 rear view figure 3 1 requirements for getting started 1 1 VXIbus Slot 0 controller location 2 2 P2 connector pinouts table 3 10 VXI VME modules B sized VXI 1200 User Manual 1 4 installation 2 3 slot locations 1 4 C sized installation 2 3 National Instruments Corporation
32. includes the following items VXI 1200 mainframe e Power cable e Three card guide covers Optional Equipment You can order the following options from National Instruments e Rack mount kit with slides and cable tray e Rack mount kit with rails and cable tray e Plexiglas front door e Application specific front panel e Backplane with connector shrouds installed e ntermodule mainframe shield kit e C size and B size filler panels National Instruments Corporation 1 1 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 1 Getting Started Key Features Ease of Use VXI 1200 User Manual Figures 1 1 through 1 7 show the key features of the VXI 1200 The VXI 1200 is designed for easy and convenient use Plug in Personality Module The orientation of the plug in Personality module allows either the CO slot or BO slot to function as the mainframe V XIbus Slot 0 location Fast Setup The VXI 1200 backplane uses active automatic VME interrupt acknowledge and bus grant daisy chaining Manual configuration of backplane switch settings or jumpers has been eliminated Universal AC Input The VXI 1200 AC input is both auto voltage and auto frequency ranging The chassis does not require the configuration of a voltage selection switch Plug in Power Supply Fans and Monitor The VXI 1200 modular system design results in a virtually wireless mainframe with low MTTR and high MTBF See Figure 1 3 Variable Extension Rack Mounting The adjustable rack mo
33. into the backplane e Backplane terminations and daisy chaining logic e Module cooling fans Power Supply Interconnection Power is supplied to the backplane through board to board connector P52 eliminating any wiring and sub backplane interconnect boards This design reduces the path impedance between the supply and the VXI modules receiving power which results in improved dynamic current performance Refer to Appendix A Specifications for further details Power Supply Protections The seven VXIbus power supply outputs are protected for the following conditions e Over voltage e Over current and short circuit The AC input of the power supply includes protection for input current fusing See Appendix A Specifications for details pertaining to the above protections If any of these protections are active the power supply may shut down This means it has effectively turned itself off to protect the system The Power On Standby switch or the Remote Inhibit input must be cycled to turn the mainframe back on Refer to the Powering on the Mainframe and Using Remote Power On Standby Switching sections in Chapter 3 Operating the VXI 1200 VXI 1200 User Manual 4 2 National Instruments Corporation Backplane Chapter 4 Understanding the VXI 1200 The backplane serves several functions Accommodates up to six C size VXI modules and up to three B size VXI or VME modules The plug in Personality module allows either the CO
34. irflow Direction P2 to P1 bottom of module to the top of module Filter Access Power Supply and Filter accessible from rear of the mainframe Module Fans VXI 1200 User Manual A 4 National Instruments Corporation Appendix A Specifications Figure A 1 Mainframe Worst Case Slot Cooling Curve Safety Safety Characteristics EN61010 1 IEC Characteristics Installation Category II Pollution Degree 2 Safety Class 1 National Instruments Corporation A 5 VXI 1200 User Manual Appendix A Specifications Environmental Temperature Meets the limits stated in MIL T 28800E for Type Class 5 Operating 0 to 55 C Non operating 40 to 71 C Relative Humidity RH Operating 95 5 RH noncondensing 75 5 RH above 30 C 45 5 RH above 40 Non operating 95 5 RH at lt 55 C Altitude Operating 4 570 m 10 000 ft Non operating 12 190 m 15 000 ft 0 013 in double amplitude 5 to 55 Hz Functional Shock Operating Half sine 30 g 11 ms duration FCC Class A Verified EC Certified Immunity Enclosure Radio No mainframe failures when the mainframe is Frequency Electromagnetic Field subjected to a 3 V m electromagnetic field over the frequency range of 27 to 500 MHz Immunity Enclosure Up to 8 kV with no change to control settings or Electrostatic Discharge ESD impairment of normal operation Immunity Fast Transients Port Peak Voltage Tr Th Rep Freq Common Mode Signal amp Control 0 5
35. latch the hook and allow removal from the card guide at the front end Pull forward to release the fixed hooks at the center and rear 2 5 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 2 Configuring the VXI 1200 Installing Filler Panels To optimize module cooling performance you should install optional filler panels into unused or empty slots Secure with two captive mounting screws Refer to Figure 2 3 Mounting Screws Figure 2 3 Filler Panels Installing ASFP Panel Instructions for installing the Application Specific Front Panel ASFP into the VXI 1200 are included in the kit that is shipped with the option VXI 1200 User Manual 2 6 National Instruments Corporation Chapter 2 Configuring the VXI 1200 Installing Rack Mount Door Instructions for installing rack mount kits for the VXI 1200 are included in the kit that is shipped with the rack mount option When you are finished installing the rack mount kit install the rack mount door as shown in Figure 2 4 Latch Pin po EL Rear View of Door Snap Spring Latch Pin into hole located inside of chassis front extruded parts Figure 2 4 Installing Rack Mount Door National Instruments Corporation 2 7 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 2 Configuring the VXI 1200 Connecting Safety Ground Omit this procedure if you do not intend t
36. lated to this problem include the configuration forms from their user manuals Include additional pages if necessary Name Company Address Fax Phone Computer brand Model Processor Operating system include version number Clock Speed MHz RAM MB Display adapter Mouse yes nho Other adapters installed Hard disk capacity MB Brand Instruments used National Instruments hardware product model Revision Configuration National Instruments software product Version Configuration The problem is List any error messages The following steps will reproduce the problem Hardware and Software Configuration Form Record the settings and revisions of your hardware and software on the line to the right of each item Complete a new copy of this form each time you revise your software or hardware configuration and use this form as a reference for your current configuration Completing this form accurately before contacting National Instruments for technical support helps our applications engineers answer your questions more efficiently National Instruments Products Complete Part Number Serial Number Line Voltage Personality Module Orientation CO or BO slot Fan Speed Safety Ground Connected Rack mount or Bench top Configuration Airflow Directors Installed Other Products Computer Make and Model
37. ling filter or supply filter is easily removed from the rear of the mainframe as shown in Figure 5 1 Figure 5 1 Cleaning the Fan Filters 1 Pry off the plastic grill retaining the supply fan filter Use flat blade screwdriver if necessary 2 Remove the supply fan filter toward the rear 3 Clean the supply fan filter by washing in a mild soap solution and then vacuuming or blowing air through the filter Rinse the filter with water and allow to dry before replacing it in the mainframe VXI 1200 User Manual 5 4 National Instruments Corporation Chapter 5 Maintenance Removing and Replacing the AC Mains Fuse Refer to Figure 5 2 as you complete the following steps 7 Warning To avoid electrical shock the AC mains power input must be disconnected before replacing the fuse National Instruments Corporation AC Main Fuseholder I 2 amp C9 300 6 Figure 5 2 Removing Replacing the AC Mains Fuse Ensure that the AC mains input 7400 is disconnected Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the fuse carrier slot at F400 in the power supply rear panel and rotate it counter clockwise to remove To replac
38. ng and using the VXI 1200 Organization of This Manual This manual is organized as follows National Instruments Corporation Chapter 1 Getting Started describes the key features of the VXI 1200 gives an overview of the bench top and rack mount applications and lists optional equipment you can order from National Instruments Chapter 2 Configuring the VXI 1200 includes procedures to install and configure the VXI 1200 Chapter 3 Operating the VXI 1200 explains the front and rear panel controls and indicators and describes how to use the VXI 1200 Chapter 4 Understanding the VXI 1200 describes the major functional blocks of the VXI 1200 FlexFrame the power supply backplane and cooling system Chapter 5 Maintenance describes basic maintenance procedures you can perform on the VXI 1200 FlexFrame Appendix A Specifications contains complete specifications for the VXI 1200 Appendix B Customer Communication contains forms you can use to request help from National Instruments or to comment on our products and manuals The Glossary contains an alphabetical list and description of terms used in this manual including abbreviations acronyms metric prefixes mnemonics and symbols Xi VXI 1200 User Manual About This Manual e The Index contains an alphabetical list of key terms and topics in this manual including the page where you can find each one Conventions Used in This Manual bold italic it
39. ning the fan filters Refer to your module user documentation for information on cleaning the individual V XIbus modules Caution Always power off the mainframe and disconnect the power cord before cleaning or servicing the mainframe VXI 1200 User Manual 5 2 National Instruments Corporation Chapter 5 Maintenance Interior Cleaning Use a dry low velocity stream of air to clean the interior of the mainframe Use a soft bristle brush for cleaning around components If you must use a liquid for minor interior cleaning use a 7596 isopropyl alcohol solution and rinse with deionized water Exterior Cleaning Clean the exterior surfaces of the mainframe with a dry lint free cloth or a soft bristle brush If any dirt remains wipe with a cloth moistened in a mild soap solution Remove any soap residue by wiping with a cloth moistened with clear water Do not use abrasive compounds on any part of the mainframe 4 Caution Avoid getting moisture inside the mainframe during exterior cleaning Use just enough moisture to dampen the cloth Do not wash the front or rear panel connectors or switches Cover these components while cleaning the mainframe Do not use chemical cleaning agents they may damage the mainframe Avoid chemicals that contain benzene toluene xylene acetone or similar solvents National Instruments Corporation 5 3 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 5 Maintenance Cleaning the Fan Filters The module coo
40. nnector on the VXI 1200 at location J415 see Figure 3 4 m emm Bac BEC C 9 9 C 9J Figure 3 4 Using Remote Power On Standby Switching VXI 1200 User Manual 3 4 National Instruments Corporation Chapter 3 Operating the VXI 1200 Connect a user supplied cable or equivalent between 1415 female 15 DSUB and either a remote switch or an open collector driver The switch or driver should connect to J415 pin 15 INHIBIT and to one of the GND pins Complete the steps as shown in Figure 3 3 Place in Standby state with DC power to mainframe off by closing the remote switch shorting pin J415 15 to logic ground INHIBIT to GND or by driving J415 15 to a TTL low state with an open collector driver that can sink 5 mA of current The OC voltage at J415 15 is 30 VDC Open the remote switch or deassert the open collector driver to reapply DC power to the mainframe power on state The front power switch should be in the On position Rear Panel Switch and Connector Descriptions You can use the Fan Full Three Quarter Speed switch to adjust the speed of the fan between full speed and three quarter speed Refer to the Fan Speed Range section in Chapter 2 Configuring the VXI 1200 National In
41. nts will at its option repair or replace equipment that proves to be defective during the warranty period This warranty includes parts and labor A Return Material Authorization RMA number must be obtained from the factory and clearly marked on the outside of the package before any equipment will be accepted for warranty work National Instruments will pay the shipping costs of returning to the owner parts which are covered by warranty National Instruments believes that the information in this manual is accurate The document has been carefully reviewed for technical accuracy In the event that technical or typographical errors exist National Instruments reserves the right to make changes to subsequent editions of this document without prior notice to holders of this edition The reader should consult National Instruments if errors are suspected In no event shall National Instruments be liable for any damages arising out of or related to this document or the information contained in it EXCEPT AS SPECIFIED HEREIN NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS MAKES NO WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE CUSTOMER S RIGHT TO RECOVER DAMAGES CAUSED BY FAULT OR NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT THERETOFORE PAID BY THE CUSTOMER NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM LOSS OF DATA PROFITS USE OF PRODUCTS OR INC
42. o Protections section in Chapter 4 be shut down Cycle power to clear the fault If the fault persists remove installed VXI modules cycle power until the fault is cleared VXI 1200 User Manual 5 6 Q National Instruments Corporation Appendix Specifications This appendix contains complete specifications for the V XI 1200 Electrical AC Input Specifications Input Voltage Range 90 to 250 8 Input Frequency Range 47 to 440 Hz 120 V operation 47 to 63 Hz 230 V operation Power Consumption 1440 W line power maximum Fuse Rating 90 to 250 V Operation 0 25 by 1 25 in Slow Blow 15 A 250 V 207 to 250 V Operation 5 by 20 mm Slow Blow 10 A 250 V Inrush Current 40 A maximum cold start or after one minute cool down Input Current 15 A maximum at 90 8 A maximum at 207 V National Instruments Corporation 1 VXI 1200 User Manual Appendix A Specifications Power Disconnect Front panel Power On Standby switch Rear panel connection allows for remote inhibit operation Power cord provides main power disconnect The Power On Standby switch must be in Power On position prior to use of remote inhibit Power Factor Correction Over entire input voltage range 47 to 63 Hz DC Output Specifications Maximum Power Available 720 W 0 to 50 to Modules 90 to 250 V Derate 2 5 per C above 50 C DC Current Capacity Voltage Steady State Current 24 V 4
43. o operate the V XI 1200 at frequencies greater than 63 Hz When operating the VXI 1200 at mains frequencies between 47 Hz and 63 Hz use the chassis safety ground connection to connect the grounds of one or more instruments to the mainframe This ensures a common ground connection between instruments 57 Warning For your protection from electrical shock when operating at mains frequencies greater than 63 Hz connect the chassis safety ground terminal to permanent earth ground See Figure 2 5 1 Connect a 16 AWG 1 3 or larger wire to the 8 32 chassis safety grounding screw using a toothed grounding lug The wire insulation must be green with a yellow stripe or non insulated bare 2 Attach the opposite end of the wire to permanent earth ground using toothed washers or a toothed lug Ge BE Chassis Safety Grounding Screw ae Figure 2 5 Connecting Safety Ground VXI 1200 User Manual 2 8 National Instruments Corporation Chapter 2 Configuring the VXI 1200 Fan Speed Range You can manually select between full or reduced fan speed by adjusting the position of the full three quarter fan speed switch Refer to Figure 2 6
44. oned Side View Figure 1 6 VXI 1200 Bench Top Configuration Positive Pressure Cooling System VXI 1200 User Manual 1 8 National Instruments Corporation Getting Started Chapter 1 Rack Mount Cooling System Figure 1 7 details the VXI 1200 cooling system in the rack mount configuration Sectioned Top View Figure 1 7 1200 Rack Mount Configuration Positive Pressure Cooling System VXI 1200 User Manual 1 9 National Instruments Corporation Chapter 1 Getting Started Rack Mount Options Backplane VXI 1200 User Manual The VXI 1200 is available with a wide variety of rack mount options The adjustable rack mount ear provides variable extension rack mounting capability You can order rack mount kits using either slides or rails The kits include documentation to guide you through the installation The VXI 1200 backplane can accommodate up to six C size VXI modules and up to three B size VXI or VME modules The plug in Personality module allows either the CO slot or BO slot to function as the mainframe VXIbus Slot 0 location The VXI 1200 has a jumperless auto configurable backplane using active automatic daisy chaining for the VME interrupt acknowled
45. over more than three empty slots at any time If module density is low space airflow directors evenly across the mainframe Figure 2 2 Airflow Directors 1 Facing the front of the VXI mainframe with one hand hold the airflow director by the front end where the logo appears 2 Select the slot to be covered by the director and place the hook at the rear of the director into the rectangular hole at the rear of the card guide 1 You may need to use your other hand to gently press down on top of the director at the rear to engage the hook into the card guide 3 Slightly flex the director upward at the front maintaining pressure at the rear and lower the center hook of the director into the center rectangular hole in the card guide 2 VXI 1200 User Manual 2 4 National Instruments Corporation National Instruments Corporation Chapter 2 Configuring the VXI 1200 Press down and back to allow both the center and rear hooks to engage fully into the card guide Lower the front of the director and allow the snap in hook to rest on the card guide 3 With a slotted screwdriver or similar flat bladed tool depress the spring hook 4 at a slight downward angle applying light pressure to the logo area This will cause the snap in hook to firmly seat the director into place To remove the airflow director depress the snap in hook 4 from the front with a flat bladed tool This will un
46. pment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Notices to User Changes or modifications not expressly approved by National Instruments could void the user s authority to operate the equipment under the FCC Rules This device complies with the FCC rules only if used with shielded interface cables of suitable quality and construction National Instruments used such cables to test this device and provides them for sale to the user The use of inferior or nonshielded interface cables could void the user s authority to operate the equipment under the FCC rules If necessary consult National Instruments or an experienced radio television technician for additional suggestions The following booklet prepared by the FCC may also be helpful Interference to Home Electronic Entertainment Equipment Handbook This booklet is available from the U S Government Printing O
47. reen reads as follows gt SLOT 0 LOCATED IN REAR B SIZED SLOT 4 Install the Personality module so that the silk screen reads as shown above in step 3 into the J57 card edge connector by aligning the Personality module with the connector and gently pushing toward the rear 5 Install the Personality module retaining screw and tighten until snug Do not over tighten 2 2 National Instruments Corporation Chapter 2 Configuring the VXI 1200 Installing VXI Modules Install C size modules directly into the six front C size slots of the mainframe by first placing the module s card edges into the front module guides top and bottom Slide the module to the rear of the mainframe until the module connectors mate solidly with the backplane connectors Secure the module s front panel to the mainframe using the module s front panel mounting screws Install B size modules directly into the three rear B size slots of the mainframe by first placing the module s card edges into the rear module guides top and bottom Slide the module to the front of the mainframe until the module connectors mate solidly with the backplane connectors Secure the module s front panel to the mainframe using the module s front panel mounting screws This Side Up For Slot BO Variation 95380 LE SLOTOIN 2 REAR 4 BSIZE 6 SLOT 8 0 SLOTOIN 2 FRONT CSIZE SLOT
48. rmanent earth ground See Figure 2 5 National Instruments Corporation 2 1 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 2 Configuring the VXI 1200 Site Considerations The VXI 1200 mainframe is designed to operate on a bench or in an instrument rack Refer to Figures 1 6 and 1 7 in the previous chapter for vent locations for the VXI 1200 when used in bench top and rack mount applications respectively Determine how you will use your VXI 1200 bench top or rack mount and follow the appropriate installation instructions Rack mount kits are available using either slides or rails Follow the instructions in the installation guide that comes with the kit Select VXIbus Slot 0 Controller Location VXI 1200 User Manual The VXI 1200 is factory configured for operation with the VXIbus Slot 0 controller located in the front CO slot You can reconfigure the VXI 1200 to locate the VXIbus Slot 0 controller in the rear BO slot freeing one full C sized instrument slot Refer to Figure 2 1 as you follow these steps to configure the mainframe to operate with the VXIbus Slot 0 controller located in the rear BO slot 1 Remove the Personality module retaining screw located at the bottom left side panel Retain for later installation 2 Grasp the Personality module using the finger cutout and remove from the J57 card edge connector located on the backplane by pulling gently and evenly toward the front 3 Rotate the Personality module 180 so that the silksc
49. slot or BO slot to function as the mainframe VXIbus Slot 0 location Accommodates a lifetime of insertions of VXI modules and the plug in power supply Supplies DC voltages and currents to modules Connects the VME communications interface across P1 and P2 to all slots Connects the VXI extensions across P2 rows a and c to all slots There is no VXI local bus connection between B size and C size slots Connects the Power On Standby switch and module cooling fans with the power supply Backplane Interconnections The Power On Standby switch S100 connects to the backplane through a polarized locking wire to board header at J54 The module cooling fans connect to the backplane through a polarized locking wire to board header at J56 The power supply mates with the backplane through board to board connector J52 National Instruments Corporation 4 8 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 4 Understanding the VXI 1200 Cooling System The module cooling fan is located at the bottom rear of the mainframe bench top configuration In high ambient temperature conditions of gt 40 C the fans should run at full speed Module cooling air enters at the rear of the rack mounted VXI 1200 mainframe and is filtered as it is drawn through the fan chamber The incoming air is forced into a pressurized plenum below the VXI modules The high pressure in the plenum forces the air through a metered plate into the P2 connector side of the VXI mo
50. struments Corporation 3 5 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 3 Operating the VXI 1200 Table 3 1 lists the signal assignments for the rear panel Monitor Control connector Table 3 1 J415 Rear Panel Monitor Control Connector Cm O VXIbus ACFAIL Input or Monitor Output see note following this table s ew mem voie Montor Opa 13 24VHS 24 V House Keeping Supply Voltage Monitor Output 14 SYSRESET VXIbus SYSRESET Input or Monitor Output see note R INHIBIT Power Supply Remote Inhibit Input Note Refer to the VXIbus and VMEbus specifications for details on using the ACFAIL SYSRESET signals If you use these signals do not violate the VXIbus or VMEbus electrical specifications J415 87654321 OQ Q9 O O 15 14 13 12 10 9 VXI 1200 User Manual 3 6 National Instruments Corporation Chapter 3 Operating the VXI 1200 Backplane Connections Table 3 2 shows the P1 connector pinouts for all slots in the VXI 1200 Table 3 3 shows the P2 connector pinouts for all non Slot 0 slots Table 3 4 shows the P2 connector pinouts for the VXIbus Slot 0 located in either Slot CO or Slot BO depending on the personality module orientation see the VXIbus Slot O Controller Location section in Chapter 2 National Instruments Corporation 3 7 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 3 Operating the VXI 1200 Table 3 2 P1 Connector Pinouts m oe oem oe foo O
51. tor table 3 11 powering on mainframe 3 3 R R INHIBIT signal table 3 6 rack mounting configuration 5U footprint 1 5 installing rack mount door 2 7 options 1 10 overview 1 2 rack mount cooling system 1 9 rear panel illustration 3 2 signal assignments table 3 6 switch and connector descriptions 3 5 to 3 6 remote power on standby switching 3 4 to 3 5 requirements for getting started 1 1 RSV signal table 3 6 S safety ground connecting 2 8 safety specifications A 5 signal assignments J415 rear panel Monitor Controlconnector table 3 6 Slot 0 P2 connector pinouts all non Slot 0 locations table 3 9 VXIbus Slot 0 table 3 10 VXIbus controller location 2 2 slot locations for B sized modules 1 4 VXI 1200 User Manual Index specifications backplane A 7 cooling A 4 to A 5 electrical A 1 to A 4 AC input A 1 to A 2 DC output A 2 to A 4 environmental A 6 physical A 7 safety A 5 standby switching 3 4 to 3 5 SYSRESET signal table 3 6 T technical support B 1 to B 2 telephone and fax support B 2 troubleshooting the VXI 1200 5 6 V VXI 1200 See also specific components e g power supply block diagram 4 1 ease of use 1 2 features 1 1 to 1 5 front view figure 3 1 optional equipment 1 1 overview backplane 1 10 cooling system 1 8 to 1 9 modular mainframe design 1 6 plug in power supply 1 7 portable bench top mainframe 1 3 rack mount confi
52. unt ear provides variable 0 500 in increments extension rack mounting capability Fan Speed Control The VXI 1200 delivers the cooling air that your application requires Fan speed control reduces acoustic noise levels of the VXI 1200 high performance cooling system 1 2 National Instruments Corporation Chapter 1 Getting Started Portable Bench Top Mainframe The VXI 1200 is a portable streamlined high performance 9 slot VXI mainframe that is only 5U 8 720 in wide when used in a bench top configuration as shown in Figure 1 1 Pas INSTRUMENTS FlexFrame owen C Size t VXI Slots 14 017 4 8 720 gt Figure 1 1 VXI 1200 Portable Streamlined 5U Wide Mainframe in Bench Top Configuration National Instruments Corporation 1 3 VXI 1200 User Manual Chapter 1 Getting Started Three Slot Locations for B Size Modules The VXI 1200 backplane can accommodate up to six C size VXI modules and up to three B size VXI or VME modules The plug in Personality module allows either the CO slot or BO slot to function as the mainframe VXIbus Slot 0 location M CD E G
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