
Theory of Operation
Chapter 3
SCXI-1160 User Manual
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The major components of the SCXI-1160 are as follows:
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SCXIbus connector
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Digital interface
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Digital control circuitry
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Relay channels
The SCXI-1160 module is dedicated to switching and controlling power and low-level signal
sources. The theory of operation of each of the SCXI-1160 components is explained in the rest
of this chapter.
SCXIbus Connector
Figure 3-2 shows the pinout of the SCXIbus connector.