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MICROWAVE MULTIPLEXER MODULE  40-785

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SECTION 1 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Microwave Multiplexer – 40-785

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Supporting Products & Software

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All Rights Reserved

Pickering Interfaces maintains a commitment to continuous product development, consequently we reserve the right to vary from t

he description given in this data sheet.

Programming

Pickering provide kernel, IVI and VISA (NI & Keysight) drivers which are compatible with all Microsoft supported versions of Windows and 

popular older versions. For a list of all supporting operating systems, please see:  

pickeringtest.com/os

The VISA driver is also compatible with Real-Time Operating Systems such as LabVIEW RT. For other RTOS support contact Pickering. 

These drivers may be used with a variety of programming environments and applications including:

•  Pickering Interfaces Switch Path Manager

•  National Instruments products (LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Switch Executive, MAX, TestStand, VeriStand, etc.)

•  Microsoft Visual Studio products (Visual Basic, Visual C+)

•  Keysight VEE

•  Mathworks Matlab

•  Marvin ATEasy

•  MTQ Testsolutions Tecap Test & Measurement Suite

Drivers for popular Linux distributions are available, other environments are also supported, please contact Pickering with specific enquiries.
We provide Soft Front Panels (SFPs) for our products for familiarity and manual control, as well as comprehensive documentation and 

example programs to help you develop test routines with ease.
To learn more about software drivers and development environments, please go to: 

 pickeringtest.com/software

Signal Routing Software

Our signal routing software, Switch Path Manager, automatically selects and energizes switch 

paths through Pickering switching systems. Signal routing is performed by simply defining 

test system endpoints to be connected together, greatly accelerating Test System software 

development.
To learn more, please go to:  

pickeringtest.com/spm

Diagnostic Relay Test Tools

eBIRST Switching System Test Tools are designed specifically for our PXI, PCI or LXI 

products, these tools simplify switching system fault-finding by quickly testing the system 

and graphically identifying the faulty relay.
To learn more, please go to:  

pickeringtest.com/ebirst

Three Year Warranty & Guaranteed Long-Term Support

All standard products manufactured by Pickering Interfaces are warranted against 

defective materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of delivery 

to the original purchaser. Extended warranty and service agreements are available for all our modules and systems with various levels to 

suit your requirements. Although we offer a 3-year warranty as standard, we also include guaranteed long-term support—with a history of 

supporting our products for typically 15-20 years. To learn more, please go to:  

pickeringtest.com/support

Available Product Resources

We have a large library of product resources including success stories, product and support videos, articles, as well as complete product 

catalogs and product reference maps to assist when looking for the switching, simulation and cable and connector solutions you need. 

We have also published handy reference books for the PXI and LXI standards.

To view, download or request any of our product resources, please visit:  

pickeringtest.com/resources

Содержание PXI 40-785

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Страница 2: ...Page 1 MICROWAVE MULTIPLEXER MODULE 40 785 pickering Issue 3 2 August 2019 User Manual PXI Microwave Multiplexer Module Model No 40 785 pickeringtest com pickering...

Страница 3: ...CKERING INTERFACES ALL RIGHTS RESERVED No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted transcribed translated or stored in any form or by any means without the written permission of Pickerin...

Страница 4: ...SO 14001 Pickering Interfaces strives to fulfil all relevant environmental laws and regulations and reduce wastes and releases to the environment Pickering Interfaces aims to design and operate produc...

Страница 5: ...hazards arising from dangerous voltages WARNING CAUTION An appropriate safety instruction should be followed or caution to a potential hazard exists Refer to the relevant instructions detailed within...

Страница 6: ...1 1 Section 2 Technical Description 2 1 Functional Description 2 1 Section 3 Installation 3 1 Pre Operation Checks 3 1 Hardware Installation 3 2 Software Installation 3 2 Testing Operation 3 3 Sectio...

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Страница 8: ...host chassis must be correctly installed and be connected to mains or factory safety ground please refer to your chassis installation manual Diagram Showing Separation Between The Mains Circuit and Se...

Страница 9: ...itably qualified trained users should ensure that the accompanying documentation is fully read and understood before attempting to install or operate the product SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTION...

Страница 10: ...e connectors for 50 versions The 40 785 range of PXI microwave multiplexers are suitable for switching 50 signals up to 40GHz They are available in single or dual 6 channel configurations with relays...

Страница 11: ...nsport Conditions Storage Temperature Humidity Altitude 20 C to 75 C Up to 90 non condensing 15000m PXI CompactPCI Compliance The module is compliant with the PXI Specification 2 2 Local Bus Trigger B...

Страница 12: ...Versions 50 Single 6 Chan Panelmount 50 SMA 2 9 Dual 6 Chan Panelmount 50 SMA 2 9 40 785 541 40 785 542 Single 6 Chan Panelmt 50 SMA 2 9 Term Dual 6 Chan Panelmt 50 SMA 2 9 Term 40 785 541 T 40 785 54...

Страница 13: ...on Legacy and Hybrid Peripheral slots in a 3U PXI Express PXIe chassis Pickering Interfaces LXI or LXI USB Modular Chassis Chassis Selection Guide Standard PXI or hybrid PXIe Chassis from any Vendor M...

Страница 14: ...go to pickeringtest com software Signal Routing Software Our signal routing software Switch Path Manager automatically selects and energizes switch paths through Pickering switching systems Signal rou...

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Страница 16: ...wing CPCI Ejector Handle Three four or six slot width Front Panel single slot for the remote E option One or two Front Panel mounted Microwave Multiplexers remotely located via cable with the E option...

Страница 17: ...vides mounting for the microwave relays the remote E option controls the relays via a 1 5m screened cable The relays are energised via control signals from relay drivers U10 and U11 The relay drivers...

Страница 18: ...elative to any other equipment the module s will connect with Ensure the chassis is not connected to the electrical supply 3 Ensure that the designated area for the chassis containing the module is of...

Страница 19: ...r to page VII Ensure that there is adequate ventilation The module should be installed in accordance with the following procedure 1 Ensure that the system is turned OFF but still connected to mains so...

Страница 20: ...t Panel GSFP using the desktop icon or via the Start menu Start Menu Pickering Interfaces Ltd General Soft Front Panel A selector panel will appear listing all installed Pickering PCI PXI or LXI switc...

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Страница 22: ...on on the installation and use of drivers and the programming of Pickering s products in various software environments please refer to the Software User Manual This is available as a download from htt...

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Страница 24: ...Only the correct SMA connector series should be mated with these modules The 40 785 range uses SMA 3 5 SMA 2 9 SMA 1 8 connectors for 40 50 65GHz respectively and the user should only mate the correct...

Страница 25: ...5 CONNECTOR INFORMATION Figure 5 2 Microwave Multiplexer Module 40 785 Connector Positions 40 785 521 751 40 785 522 752 40 785 521 T 40 785 522 T pickering 1 2 3 6 C 4 5 pickering 40 785 Remote Versi...

Страница 26: ...u generates a diagnostic report of the system s PCI configuration highlighting any potential configuration problems Specific details of all installed Pickering switch cards are included All the instal...

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Страница 28: ...I modules which are supported in one of Pickering Interfaces Modular LXI Chassis such as the 60 102B and 60 103B no module software update is required If the module was introduced after the LXI chassi...

Страница 29: ...yout U1 U2 U3 U4 U5 U6 U7 R1 R2 R5 R6 R7 R8 R9 R10 R11 R12 R13 R14 C1 C2 J1 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 C9 C10 C26 C11 C13 C14 C12 C15 C16 pickering C23 R15 R4 U8 U9 U10 U11 HD1 HD2 HD3 HD4 HD5 HD6 HD7 HD8 HD9...

Страница 30: ...785 pickering SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Figure 7 2 Dual 6 Channel Multiplexer in Panel Mount Format Figure 7 3 Triple 6 Channel Multiplexer in Remote Mount Format Multiplexers are connected to...

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