LabMaster 10 Zi-A Getting Started Guide
9
Connecting LabMaster Components
CAUTION:
Use ChannelSync Configuration (p.10) if your system
includes a ChannelSync Hub. If the modules are housed in an
oscilloscope cart, lock the front wheels in place by pressing down
on the lever before beginning to cable components.
1. On the back of the MCM-Zi-A, uncap the Channel 1-4 10 GHz REF
output and connect an SMA 72” cable from the output to the 10 GHz
REF input on the back of the acquisition module corresponding to
Channels 1 to 4.
2. Connect the PCIe 1-Lane cable from the Channel 1-4 SYNC output
on the back of the control module to the SYNC input on the back of
the same acquisition module. Insert the plug with the groove aligned
properly with the key.
3. Connect the PCIe 4-Lane cable from the Channel 1-4 DATALINK input
on the back of the control module to the DATALINK output on the back
of the acquisition module.
4. Repeat Steps 1-3 for each acquisition module in your system, using the
inputs/outputs that correspond to its channel set (5-8, 9-12, etc.). Do
not skip any connections. Do each set in order.
5.
Cap off unused REF outputs using the chain-linked 50 Ω terminations
provided.
6. Make any other desired cable connections, such as from the Ethernet
connector on the I/O panel to a network access point.
7. Attach the power cables to each module and connect them to separate,
grounded AC outlets. Power on.
8. If your system has more than one acquisition module, after power on,
run a SystemSkew Cal. See p.24.
MCM-Zi-A with two acquisition modules.
For clarity, only the first acquisition module is shown connected.
CAUTION.
The combined draw from your system can be many
kiloWatts. See Power on p.3 for power consumption. To avoid an
overcurrent condition, do not connect two acquisition modules to a
single circuit.
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