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1. RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 Page 8 1 SECTION 8 PARTS LIST pickering L Table 8 1 provides a parts list and Figure 5 1 a component layout diagram for the 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 Multiplexer Module TABLE 8 1 RF Matrix Module 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 Parts List 3 0 22222 O Page 8 2 RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 pickering L SECTION 8 PARTS LIST Y1 IES 2 X3 X5 X6 X7 X1 C28 v5 RL55 RL54 RL53 ad C26 LE C25 T s C24 R3 R2 U7 pickering 0 o VE SPARE RELAYS 19 RL108 RL109 ET Figure 8 1 RF Matrix Module Component Layout RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 Page 8 3 SECTION 8 PARTS LIST Sickering L THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Page 8 4 RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 pickering SECTION 9 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS WARNING DANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK THIS MODULE MAY CONTAIN HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES BEFORE REMOVING THE MODULE FROM THE RACK REMOVE ALL SUPPLIES CAUTION Handling of Electrostatic Sensitive Semiconductor Devices Certain semiconductor devices used in the equipment are liable to damage due to static voltage Observe the following precautions when handling these devices in their unterminated state or sub units cont2. Operate How jJ 5 Bo a Column ltem State Lieserl liens Col 183 Col 151 Col 171 Col 133 Col 184 Figure 3 2 Typical Test Panel Display a RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 pickering SECTION 3 INSTALLATION As an alternative to the Test Panels the simple Terminal Monitor program PILMon again on the Programs gt gt Pickering gt gt PXI Utilities menu allows access to all functions of Pickering switch cards through a command line interface In PILMon enter HE for help on it s commands Please note that both the Test Panels and Terminal Monitor gain exclusive access to the cards and so only one of them can be operational at any time RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 SECTION 3 INSTALLATION Pickering 1 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 pickering SECTION 4 PROGRAMMING SECTION 4 PROGRAMMING Programming options for Pickering Interfaces PXI Cards Software drivers are supplied for Microsoft Windows 2000 XP operating systems with specific support for the following development environments Microsoft Visual Basic Microsoft Visual C O Borland C National Instruments LabWindows CVI National Instruments LabVIEW and LabVIEW RT Windows drivers are supplied in the form of Dynamic Link Libraries which should also be usable in any other development environment that suppor
3. Two spare Reed Switches Compact PCI backplane connector PCI Bridge U1 Control Logic The front panel is secured to the PCB by two M2 5 x 6mm pan head posi drive screws RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 Page 7 1 SECTION 7 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION pickering FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION A functional block diagram is provided in Figure 7 1 The RF Matrix Module is powered by a 5V input via Compact PCI connector J1 The interface to the user test equipment is via the front panel mounted connectors The module comprises a PCB populated with single pole RF relays The relays are energised via control signals from relay drivers U8 to U21 The relay drivers are addressed by PCI bridge U1 to output the required signal PCI Bridge U1 is configured by EEPROM U2 RELAY CONTACTS RELAY COILS RELAY COMPACT PCI DRIVERS BUS U8 TO U21 CONNECTOR J1 PCI BRIDGE U1 TERMINATING MODULE RESISTORS CONFIGURATION U5 U6 AND U7 OV PCI BRIDGE CONFIGURATION U2 Figure 7 1 RF Matrix Module Functional Block Diagram Page 7 2 RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 SECTION 8 PARTS LIST pickering L SECTION 8 PARTS LIST The following pages provide parts lists and a component layout diagram for RF Matrix Modules ATE En mI B il 1 4 AB 2 n I A x i Dr N 4 28 5 Ret e L
4. 40 725 721 8x9 RF Coaxial Matrix 400MHz Bandwidth 75 Q 1 0 2 3 Coaxial Connector 40 725 731 8x9 RF Coaxial Matrix 400MHz Bandwidth 75 Q Mini SMB Coaxial Connector 40 725 751 RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 Page 1 1 SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION pickering L THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Pode RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 PUMP SECTION 2 SPECIFICATION pickering SECTION 2 SPECIFICATION General Switching Specification Maximum Voltage 100V DC Maximum Power 10W Maximum Switch Current 0 5A Maximum Carry Current 0 5A Characteristic Impedance 500 or 75Q On Path Resistance 500 Off Path Resistance gt 1080 Thermal Offset lt 30uV Expected Life Low Power 1x10 operations Expected Life Max Power gt 5x10 operations lt 1 0ms 0 5ms typ lt 1 0ms 0 5ms typ Operate Time Release Time RF Specification 500MHz 800ps t Maximum Frequency Typical Rise Time Insertion Loss lt 500Mhz V S W R lt 500MHz Isolation 500MHZz Crosstalk 5500 2 Loop Thru RF Specification 1 Pole Insertion Loss 100MHz lt 1dB V S W R lt 100MHz lt 1 1 05 t Matrix RF Performance is entirely dependant upon the combination of crosspoints currently selected these figures are for one selected crosspoint on any X or Y channel only refer to graphs 250MHz 500MHz 250MHz 500MHz 40 725 TYPICA
5. 711 721 731 751 pickering SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION GENERAL The 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 RF Matrix Module forms part of the System 40 PXI Programmable Switching system The 40 725 is an 8 x 9 RF Matrix Module suitable for switching frequencies to beyond 500MHz The 40 725 is provided in either 500 or 750 versions with a choice of coaxial connectors It is intended for the easy construction of high performance bidirectional matrix switching systems Automatic Isolation Switches are located on all coaxial connectors refer to drawing these disconnect the matrix from the external test fixture This maximises isolation and RF performance Matrix Operation The 40 725 is a true 8 x 9 high density matrix any combination of crosspoints may be selected Only the signal is switched all grounds are common Special Version With Loopthrough on Y9 A version is available which is compatible with the VXI 30 728 721 and MAX 20 Mobus card This is a 75Q matrix but uses 500 SMB coaxial connectors Also a loop thru is retained on Y9 used for external self test VERSIONS The RF Matrix Module is provided in the following configurations 8 x 9 RF Coaxial Matrix 500MHz Bandwidth 50 SMB Coaxial Connector 40 725 511 8x9 RF Coaxial Matrix 400MHz Bandwidth 2 Slot Width 75 Q SMZ Type 43 Coaxial Connector 40 725 711 8 x 9 RF Coaxial Matrix 400MHz Bandwidth 75 Q SMB 50 Ohm Type Coaxial Connector
6. X6 RL44 RL46 RL54 Y5 X7 RL43 RL46 RL53 RL103 RL66 RL103 RL65 RL103 RL64 RL102 RL63 RL102 RL62 RL102 RL61 RL102 RL60 Y5 X8 RL42 RL46 RL52 Y6 X1 RL41 RL37 RL59 RL93 RL67 RL93 RL66 Y6 X4 RL38 RL37 RL56 RL35 RL36 RL55 Y7 X1 RL31 RL27 RL59 RL30 RL27 RL58 YT XT RL23 RL26 RL53 RL22 RL26 RL52 Y8 X5 RL15 RL16 RL55 RL14 RL16 RL54 Y8 X8 RL12 RL16 RL52 Y9 X1 RL11 RL7 RL59 Y9 X2 RL10 RL7 RL58 RL93 RL65 RL93 RL64 RL92 RL63 RL92 RL62 RL92 RL61 RL92 RL60 RL83 RL67 RL83 RL66 RL83 RL65 RL83 RL64 RL82 RL63 RL82 RL62 RL82 RL61 RL82 RL60 RL73 RL67 RL73 RL66 RL73 RL65 RL73 RL64 RL72 RL63 RL72 RL62 RL72 RL61 RL72 RL60 N N N _ i _ 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 6 6 6 6 6 Y9 X3 RLY RL7 RL57 R R R R 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 0 41 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 61 62 3 4 5 6 7 70 71 72 L8 L5 L4 L3 L2 Page 6 2 RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 pickering SECTION 7 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION SECTION 7 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION MECHANICAL DESCRIPTION The RF Matrix Module conforms to the 3U height 128mm Eurocard standard The module comprises the following CPCI Ejector Handle e Front Panel mounted 50Q SMB or 750 SMZ Type 43 SMB 1 0 2 3 or Mini SMB connectors 107 single pole RF Ruthenium Reed Switches
7. 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 Observe the Electrical Hazard Warning detailed in Section 9 Observe the Electrostatic Sensitive Device Caution detailed in Section 9 Worldwide Technical Support and Product Information http www pickeringtest com Pickering Interfaces Headquarters otephenson Road Clacton on Sea CO15 4NL United Kingdom Tel 44 0 1255 687900 Fax 44 0 1255 425349 E Mail sales pickeringtest com Pickering Interfaces Inc 2900 Northwest Vine Street Grants Pass Oregon 97526 USA Tel 1 541 471 0700 Fax 1 541 471 8828 E Mail ussales pickeringtest com Pickering Interfaces Inc East Coast Regional Office 12 Alfred Street Suite 300 Woburn Massachusetts 01801 USA Tel 1 781 897 1710 Fax 1 781 897 1701 E mail useastsales pickeringtest com Pickering Interfaces Sarl 6 Rue de la Mare Blanche 77186 Noisiel Marne La Vall e France Tel 33 1 60 53 55 50 Fax 33 1 60 53 55 99 email frsales pickeringtest com Pickering Interfaces GmbH Buchenstrasse 15 D 77880 Sasbach Germany Tel 49 7841 66 49 10 Fax 49 7841 66 49 12 E Mail desales pickeringtest com Pickering Interfaces GmbH Munich Office Am Mitterfeld 33 D 85622
8. to Plug 1 Meter Length 40 977 711 1M 40 977 731 1M 40 977 751 1M Please refer to the Pickering Interfaces Interconnection Solutions catalog for the full list of connector cabling options including drawings photos and specifications This is available in either print or as a download Alternatively our web site has dynamically linked connector cabling options including pricing for all Pickering PXI modules INTERCONNECTION SOLUTIONS FROM PICKERING INTERFACES su zum wet Latest Details Please refer to our Web Site for Latest Product Details www pickeringtest com Page 2 2 RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 pickering SECTION 3 INSTALLATION SECTION 3 INSTALLATION SOFTWARE INSTALLATION First install the appropriate Pickering PXI switch card drivers by running the installer program Setup exe either from the CD ROM supplied or by downloading the latest version from our website http www pickeringtest com the recommended method There are different versions of the Setup program to suit different Windows versions and software environments Setup is accompanied by a ReadMe file 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 file is offered for display It can also be displayed later using a shortcut on the Programs gt gt Picker
9. L STEP RESPONSE 1 Crosspoint Set 40 725 MATRIX VSWR RETURN LOSS 11dB 13dB Return Loss Crosspoint Set mk e UJ VA 21dB NE 26dB 1 4 250 2 500MHz 40 725 MATRIX ISOLATION 250MHz 500MHz RF Performance Plots for 40 725 750 500MHz RF Matrix Module Typical curves are shown for matrix rows columns with 1 crosspoint set For optimum insertion loss and VSWR reflection performance ensure only one crosspoint is set in any one row column Multiple crosspoints can be set on any one row or column but this will seriously degrade RF performance RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 Page 2 1 SECTION 2 SPECIFICATION pickering L o Programming Pickering provide kernel VISA and IVI drivers which are compatible with Windows 2000 NT XP operating systems the VISA driver is also compatible with the LabVIEW RT operating system These drivers may be used with a variety of programming environments and applications including National Instruments products LabVIEW LabWindows CVI Switch Executive MAX TestStand etc Microsoft Visual Studio products Visual Basic Visual C Agilent VEE Mathworks Matlab Other environments are also supported please contact Pickering with specific enquiries Power Requirements o 0 0 Width and Dimensions Single slot 3U PXI CompactPCI card Except the SMZ BT
10. NNECTOR PIN OUTS Figure 5 1 provides pin outs for the RF Matrix Modules in the 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 model range pickering pickering LOOP THROUGH OPTIONAL 40 725 511 721 731 751 40 725 711 Figure 5 1 RF Matrix Module 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 Pin Outs RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 Page 5 1 SECTION 5 PIN OUTS Sickering L THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Page 5 2 RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 pickering SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING INSTALLATION PROBLEMS The Plug amp Play functionality of Pickering switch cards generally ensures trouble free installation If you do experience any installation problems you should first ensure that all cards are properly seated in their slots Improperly mated cards may go undetected by the operating system or may be detected as a card of an unknown type They can also cause the computer to freeze at various stages in the boot sequence If your system employs MXI 3 you should check the integrity of all MXI 3 links When the system is powered up and during Windows start up you should expect to see periodic activity on the MXI 3 RX TX yellow indicators clearing to leave only the PWR LNK green LEDs illuminated The RX TX indicators should show activity when you attempt to access a card DIAGNOSTIC UTILITY The Pickering Diagnostic Utility accessible through the Programs gt gt Pickering gt gt PXI Utilities me
11. Type 43 option which is 2 slot 40 725 711 PXI amp CompactPCI Compliance All Pickering Interfaces PXI modules comply with the PXI Specification 2 1 Local Bus Interrupts Trigger Bus and Star Trigger are not implemented Safety amp CE Compliance All modules are fully CE compliant and meet applicable EU directives Low voltage safety EN61010 1 2001 EMC Immunity EN61000 6 1 2001 Emissions EN55011 1998 Connectors PXI bus via 32 bit P1 J1 backplane connector Signals via 17 front panel mounted coaxial connectors Product Order Codes PXI 8 x 9 500MHz Coaxial Matrix SMB Version 500 400 725 511 43 SMZ Version 750 2 slot module 40 725 711 1 0 2 3 Version 750 40 725 731 Mini SMB Version 750 440 725 751 Special version of the 750 Coaxial Matrix 400MHz Bandwidth with Loop Thru on Y9 position 750 Impedance but using 500 SMB connectors 40 725 721 Operating Storage Conditions Operating Conditions Operating Temperature 0 C to 55 C Humidity Up to 95 non condensing Altitude 5000m Storage and Transport Conditions 20 C to 75 C Up to 95 non condensing 15000m Storage Temperature Humidity Altitude Mating Connectors amp Cabling Examples of connectors and cabling for the 40 725 are 40 977 511 1M Cable 500 SMB Plug to Plug 1 Meter Length Cable 750 SMZ Type 43 Plug to Plug 1 Meter Length Cable 750 1 0 2 3 Plug to Plug 1 Meter Length Cable 750 Mini SMB Plug
12. Wa A ISO 9002 Reg No FM38792 COPYRIGHT 2007 PICKERING INTERFACES ALL RIGHTS RESERVED No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted transcribed translated or stored in any form or by any means without the written permission of Pickering Interfaces Technical details contained within this publication are subject to change without notice Page ii RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 Pickering TECHNICAL SUPPORT For Technical Support please contact Pickering Interfaces either by phone fax the website or via e mail WARRANTY All products manufactured by Pickering Interfaces are warranted against defective materials and workmanship for a period of two years excluding PXI chassis 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 fax the website or via e mail ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY Pickering Interfaces operates under an environmental management system similar to ISO 14001 Pickering Interfaces strives to fulfil all relevant environmental laws and regulations and reduce wastes and releases to the environment Pickering Interfaces aims to design and operate products
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14. aining these devices 1 Persons removing sub units from an 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 fitted with these devices must be stored and transported in anti static bags RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 Page 9 1 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Page 9 2 RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751
15. ing 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 gt gt Pickering menu In the absence of LabVIEW the Runtime Engine is required to support the Pickering Test Panels application HARDWARE INSTALLATION CAUTION Electrostatic discharge can damage the components on the module To avoid such damage in handling the board touch the anti static bag to a metal part of the chassis before removing the board from the bag Ensure that there is adequate ventilation in accordance with the PXI Specification 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 CAUTION Do not raise the injector ejector handle whilst inserting the module The module will not insert properly unless the handle is in its downward position 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 firmly seats into the backplane The fron
16. itecture standard for programmable instrumentation Instrument control environments such as LabVIEW and LabWindows CVI are based on VISA and pipx40 support libraries are provided for them Prior installation of VISA from National Instruments is required for the operation of this driver Where VISA is available pipx40 can also be used in general purpose programming environments such as Visual C and Visual Basic When IVI is not a system requirement this driver will often yield faster operation than the pi40iv driver Direct I O Driver for Windows Pilpxi The Pilpxi driver accesses cards directly without using the VISA software layer while offering similar overall functionality to pipx40 It is most commonly used in general purpose programming environments such as Visual C and Visual Basic Operating speed of the VISA and Direct I O drivers is generally comparable Register level Programming Where the supplied drivers are not suitable register level programming can be employed for example If the Functionality of the supplied drivers does not meet the application requirements O If security considerations demand full source code for the application O In development environments that have alternate mechanisms for accessing PClbus For operating systems other than Windows LabVIEW LabWindows CVI and Switch Executive are trademarks of National Instruments Corporation Details of the above drivers is available in separate documen
17. nu generates a diagnostic report of the system s PCI configuration highlighting any potential configuration problems Specific details of all installed Pickering switch cards are included All the installed Pickering switch cards should be listed in the Pilpxi information section if one or more cards is missing it may be possible to determine the reason by referring to the PCI configuration dump contained in the report but interpretation of this information is far from straightforward and the best course is to contact Pickering support support pickeringtest com if possible including a copy of the diagnostic report In the VISA information section if VISA is not installed it s absence will be reported This does not affect operation using the Direct I O driver and is not a problem unless you wish to use VISA VISA is a component of National Instruments LabWindows CVI and LabVIEW or is available as a standalone environment If VISA is present and is of a sufficiently recent version the section Pipx40 information should present a listing similar to Pilpxi information Please note that the Diagnostic Utility cannot access cards if they are currently opened by some other application such as the Test Panels or Terminal Monitor Table 6 1 provides a relay look up table RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 Page 6 1 SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING picketing 1 TABLE 6 1 8 x 9 RF Matrix Relay Layout RL103 RL67 Y5
18. t panel of the module should be flush with the front panel of the chassis 7 Screw the front panel of the module to the front panel mounting rail 8 In a system employing MXI 3 to connect a desktop PC to a PXI chassis or to link multiple chassis power up the system as follows a For a system comprising a PC and one chassis power up the chassis before powering up the PC b Forasystem comprising more than one chassis turn ON the last chassis in the system followed by the penultimate etc and finally turn ON the PC or chassis containing the system controller RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 Page 3 3 SECTION 3 INSTALLATION pickering PXI Chassis Injector Ejector Rail Figure 3 1 Installing the module into a PXI Compact PCI Chassis TESTING OPERATION Start the Test Panels application from the Programs gt gt Pickering gt gt PXI Utilities menu If you are a LabVIEW user run Test Panels LabVIEW VI if not run Test Panels A selector panel will appear listing all installed Pickering PXI switch cards Click on the card you wish to control and a graphical control panel is presented allowing operation of the card Panels can be opened simultaneously for all the installed cards Card 1 40 560 021 0 1 00 File Help Pickering Interfaces System 40 195 ontel h for Floating Help windows Status Board 1 Card ID 405800210100 _ 40 560 021 01 00 ses 14 BEEN We ike
19. tation RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 Page 4 1 SECTION 4 PROGRAMMING Pickering L Card Architecture Sub units Pickering PXI cards contain one or more independently addressable functional blocks or sub units Sub unit numbers begin at 1 and separate sequences are used for input and output functions This number is used in function calls to access the appropriate block Generally sub unit numbers correspond directly to the bank numbers specified in hardware documentation Sub unit examples INPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT 9 sub unit 1 sub unit 1 sub unit 2 sub unit 3 40 110 021 16 SPDT switches None 16 SPDT None None switches Dual Programmable 16 SPDT 40 290 121 resistors 16 SPDT None Resistor 1 Resistor 2 switches switches 40 490 001 Digital I O None None inputs outputs 40 511 021 Dual 12 x4 12 4 matrix 12 x 4 matrix matrix 1 2 Sub unit characteristics The numbers of input and output sub units in a card can be obtained using functions from the libraries pipx40 pipx40 getSubCounts pilpxi PIL EnumerateSubs pipx40 pipx40 getSubType pipx40 getSubInfo pilpxi PIL SubType PIL SubInfo For further detail of how to access and use Pickering drivers the user is advised to refer to the documentation provided with the installed drivers Page 4 2 RF MATRIX MODULE 40 725 511 711 721 731 751 pickering SECTION 5 PIN OUTS SECTION 5 CO
20. ts them Three different Windows drivers are available to meet particular system requirements and should none of these be suitable there is also the option of register level programming Drivers are generally universal handling all models in the System 40 45 and 50 ranges however some models that are not compliant with the Iviswtch class cannot be used with the pi40iv IVI driver The pipx40 and Pilpxi drivers are also applicable to certain models in the System 41 PXI Instruments range see these drivers System 41 support lists Please note that this documentation is available in its most up to date form as HTML help files fully hyperlinked for easy access both pipx40 and Pilpxi documents are included in the Pipx40vpp software installation IVI Driver for Windows pi40iv The pi40iv IVI Interchangeable Virtual Instrument driver supports all Pickering Interfaces PXI switch cards that are consistent with the Iviswtch class model as are the great majority of cards in the System 40 45 50 ranges It integrates well with LabWindows CVI and LabVIEW and is fully compatible with Switch Executive It is also usable in general purpose programming environments such as Visual C and Visual Basic Prior installation of the VISA and lviEngine from National Instruments is required for the correct installation and operation of this driver VISA Driver for Windows pipx40 The pipx40 driver conforms to the VISA Virtual Instrument Software Arch
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