
Section 4
Theory of operations
In this section:
Models 707B and 708B theory of operations overview4-1
Mainframe .................................................................. 4-1
Front panel ................................................................. 4-6
Models 707B and 708B theory of operations overview
The Models 707B and 708B are composed of several components assembled into an aluminum
frame. The Model 707B supports the operation of up to six relay matrix cards; the Model 708B
supports the operation of a single relay matrix card. Each of the components is briefly described
below.
Mainframe
Figure 73: Model 707B mainframe block diagram
Matrix
Display
Airflow
Instrument
Fan
Universal
Power
Supply
100 - 240 VAC
50/60 Hz
AC Power
Entry and Fuse
Communication
Interfaces
LAN
USB
IEEE-488
Instrument
Power
Microprocessor
Board
Communication
and
Power
Two-Line
VFD Display
and
LAN Status LED
Communication
and
Power
Communication
and
Power
Navigation
Wheel
Power
Switch
Instrument
Backplane
Removable
Panel for
Card Access
Card Slot 1
Card Slot 2
Card Slot 6
Card Slot 5
Card Slot 4
Card Slot 3
Front Panel
of Instrument
Back Panel
of Instrument
Digital I/O
TSP-Link
Relay
Power