Publication No. 500-001184-000 Rev. B.0
Configuration and Installation 21
2 • Configuration and Installation
2.1 Introduction
This chapter describes the installation and configuration of the board. Cable
configuration, jumper/switch configuration and board layout are illustrated in
this chapter.
2.2 Unpacking Procedures
Any precautions found in the shipping container should be observed. All items
should be carefully unpacked and thoroughly inspected for damage that might
have occurred during shipment. The board(s) should be checked for broken
components, damaged printed circuit board(s), heat damage, and other visible
contamination. All claims arising from shipping damage should be filed with the
carrier and a complete report sent to Customer Care together with a request for
advice concerning the disposition of the damaged item(s).
CAUTION
Some of the components assembled on Abaco Systems products may be sensitive to electrostatic
discharge and damage may occur on boards that are subjected to a high-energy electrostatic field.
When the board is placed on a bench for configuring, etc., it is suggested that conductive material
should be placed under the board to provide a conductive shunt. Unused boards should be stored in the
same protective boxes in which they were shipped.
2.3 Physical Installation
CAUTION
Do not install or remove the boards while power is applied.
2.3.1 Before Applying Power: Checklist
Before installing the board in a VMEbus system, check the following items to
ensure that the board is ready for the intended application.
1. Verify that all the desired jumpers/switches are in place and set to the
desired position. To change the board address or address modifier, refer to
section 2.4.2, Board Address and Address Modifier Selection
on page 22.
2. Ensure the I/O cables, with the proper mating connectors, have been
connected to the input/output connector P2 and P3.
a. De-energize the equipment and insert the board into the appropriate slot
of the chassis. While ensuring that the board is properly aligned and
oriented in the supporting card guides, slide the board smoothly
forward against the mating connector until firmly seated.
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