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4)

 

Be sure all open work in other applications has been saved and closed.  Click “OK” to 
proceed. 

 

 

Figure 10: Close Other Applications

 

5)

 

The Destination Directory Window will appear.  This allows you to specify where the GUI 
software will be saved on your computer’s hard drive.  At this point, it’s a good idea to 
take a second and confirm the full destination address for the software.  The default 
destination directory will be shown here. Change it if you prefer by clicking “Change 
Directory”, and be sure record the full destination address for your records. Then click 
the large button at the top-left to continue. 

 

 

Figure 11: Directory Selection Window

 

 

 

Содержание ZTVX-10-18

Страница 1: ...1 ZTVX Series RF Signal Routing Assembly 2 x N Port Switch Matrix 50 A Mini Circuits Self Contained Integrated Assembly User s Manual...

Страница 2: ...ide should be used as a guideline only Trademarks Microsoft Windows Visual Basic Visual C and Visual C are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation LabVIEW and CVI are registered trademarks of N...

Страница 3: ...INSTALLATION 10 Rack Mounting 10 Rear Panel Safety Blocks 10 Rear Panel Grounding Stud 11 7 SOFTWARE 12 Software Overview 12 Installing the GUI Software 12 Using the ZTVX GUI 15 7 3 1 Connecting to th...

Страница 4: ...to be taken when installing and handling the equipment and to provide instruction on installing and using the control software for this unit We re here to support you every step of the way For techni...

Страница 5: ...e ZTVX unit box is heavy and requires caution to prevent damage to the equipment and ensure user safety User must follow safe lifting protocols and use any necessary lifting aids to prevent muscle str...

Страница 6: ...l safety blocks may result in damage to the product Refer to section 7 2 for additional instructions Opening Tampering This equipment is designed to be serviced only by professional electrical technic...

Страница 7: ...en in the ON position Two handles at left and right ends of the front panel facilitate lifting and moving the unit and the slotted holes on the outer left and right extrusions allow secure mounting to...

Страница 8: ...reasing throughput This equipment operates on a 90 to 260V 47 to 63 Hz AC line supply The unit contains Mini Circuits patented absorptive electromechanical switches with extra long switching life perf...

Страница 9: ...can be unpacked following the steps pictured below 1 2 3 4 5 Package Contents Table 1 Package Contents Item Description Quantity ZTVX Series Switch Matrix Assembly 1 CBL 3W US Black 3 prong AC Cord 7...

Страница 10: ...um of 1U 1 75 clearance above top panel and below bottom panel with unobstructed access to room ambient airflow for proper operation Additionally due to weight box must be supported by means other tha...

Страница 11: ...11 Rear Panel Grounding Stud The rear panel of the ZTVX unit is constructed with a 10 32 x long grounding stud to ground the box Figure 7 Rear Panel Grounding Stud...

Страница 12: ...acquaint you with the features of the ZTVX GUI user interface For programming support and additional information on writing your own test programs for this equipment please reach out to the contacts...

Страница 13: ...ftware will be saved on your computer s hard drive At this point it s a good idea to take a second and confirm the full destination address for the software The default destination directory will be s...

Страница 14: ...in the Start Menu will be created If you change the Program Group for this software be sure to record that information together with your destination address for your own reference Click on Continue t...

Страница 15: ...commands to individual switches in the unit Figure 13 ZTVX GUI Main Screen 7 3 1 Connecting to the ZTVX Once the GUI program is open you should first establish a connection with the ZTVX using USB or...

Страница 16: ...e 15 Drop down with connection options USB 3 When connected to the ZTVX via USB the Protocol field will read USB and the Connection Status field will read Connected Figure 16 Displaying active connect...

Страница 17: ...meter tells the ZTVX which part of its address it can share with other devices in the same network Network Gateway This parameter represents the address of the network server MAC Address This address...

Страница 18: ...ress and the TCP IP port number from Ethernet Settings displayed in their respective fields The default TCP IP port is 80 You should not have to change the entries in these fields If you selected Use...

Страница 19: ...wall Access If your computer firewall is enabled you may receive an alert message saying that Windows Firewall has blocked some features of the program If this occurs choose the networks you want to a...

Страница 20: ...Connection Status indicating the ZTVX GUI is running in Demo Mode 7 3 2 GUI Displays and Built In Reference The ZTVX GUI main screen features several information displays and built in references for...

Страница 21: ...unit temperature and internal cooling fans NOTE When any switch in the system is due for calibration the counter in the Switch Status Display will turn red to alert you that it s time for a tune up F...

Страница 22: ...ever changes are made to the ZTVX software or other features of the equipment you can find updates to the user guide by clicking this button Modify Buttons opens the Modify Buttons Menu to save a vari...

Страница 23: ...The Set Path controls allow you to specify any signal path in the ZTVX system by selecting from drop down menus specifying desired signal input From and signal output To Other related functions inclu...

Страница 24: ...ly loaded Quick Set Buttons enable easy one click activation of any signal path or individual switch command specified by the user Buttons are organized into 5 tabs each with 20 buttons for up to 100...

Страница 25: ...ons click The Modify Buttons Menu will appear Figure 33 Modify Buttons Menu The Modify Buttons Menu allows you to save signal paths and individual commands to all Quick Set Buttons as desired It also...

Страница 26: ...field and save settings The selected button will then display the new name Set Switch Selecting the Set Switch radio button allows you to select a specific switch in the ZTVX from the drop menu Clicki...

Страница 27: ...electing options from the From and To drop down menus The corresponding command string will appear in the Command Display Field Click this button to add a specified command to the Command Display fiel...

Страница 28: ...n open the Modify Buttons Menu and click the button The Save Configuration prompt will pop up Figure 38 Save Configuration prompt Name the file something easy to remember and click O K The configurati...

Страница 29: ...nents in the ZTVX Switch Commands This drop down provides a full list of commands for individual switches in the ZTVX It also includes a full list of Path commands specifying the full signal path in a...

Страница 30: ...available click the Firmware Update button at the upper right area of the GUI main screen Figure 41 Firmware Update Button 2 The Firmware Info Window will appear displaying the current version of firm...

Страница 31: ...are to initiate the update process 5 The Firmware Browse Window will appear Select the firmware file from the location where you saved it earlier in 3 Then click O K Figure 44 Firmware Browse Window A...

Страница 32: ...ty applications including but not limited to Visual Basic Visual C Visual C Delphi Borland C CVI LabVIEW MATLAB Python Agilent VEE This unit is supplied with DLLs for 32 and 64 bit Windows systems and...

Страница 33: ...our convenience you may also contact our Sales Department at 718 934 4500 sales minicircuits com or your local Mini Circuits sales representative They will review your RMA request and per Mini Circuit...

Страница 34: ...IX ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS ZTVX 8 12 2 x 8 port DC 12 GHz configuration ZTVX 10 12 2 x 10 port DC 12 GHz configuration ZTVX 12 12 2 x 12 port DC 12 GHz configuration ZTVX 16 12 2 x 16 port DC 12 GHz con...

Страница 35: ...35 ZTVX 8 18 2 x 8 port DC 18 GHz configuration ZTVX 10 18 2 x 10 port DC 18 GHz configuration ZTVX 12 18 2 x 12 port DC 18 GHz configuration ZTVX 16 18 2 x 16 port DC 18 GHz configuration...

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