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Chapter 1 Getting Started with the HP E1366A/E1367A RF Multiplexers Using This Chapter This chapter includes an RF multiplexer’s description, addressing guidelines, and an example to check initial operation. Chapter contents are: • Multiplexer Module Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 11 • Programming the Multiplexer Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 13 • Initial Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15 Multiplex
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Figure 1-1. Multiplexers Switching Diagram 12 Getting Started with the HP E1366A/E1367A RF Multiplexers Chapter 1
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Typical The multiplexer relays are configured in a “ tree” structure which provides high isolation and low VSWR (voltage standing wave ratio). Each channel Configuration can switch user inputs up to 42 Vdc or 42 Vac peak. User input frequencies to the multiplexers can be from dc to 1.3 GHz. The multiplexers can be configured for several arrangements, such as standard, tree, or matrix. You can use single scanning, multiple scanning, or continuous scanning for any configuration. For a SCPI (S
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Multiplexer Card The multiplexer card number depends on the switchbox configuration (single-module or multiple-module) set for the multiplexers. (Leading Numbers zeroes can be ignored for the card number.) For a single-module switchbox, the card number is always 01. For a multiple-module switchbox, the card numbers are 01, 02,...,n. The switch module with the lowest logical address is always card number 01. The card number with the next successive logical address is card number 02, and so on
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Use commas (,) to form a channel list or use a colon (:) to form a channel range. Only valid channels can be accessed in a channel list or channel range. Also, the channel list or channel range must be from a lower channel number to a higher channel number. For example, SCAN (@100:213) is acceptable, but SCAN (@213:100) generates an error. Example: RF Multiplexer Channel Lists/Ranges Channel Lists: CLOS (@100,112) !Close channels 00 and 12 on card 01 OPEN (@203,210) !Open channels 03 and
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Notes 16 Getting Started with the HP E1366A/E1367A RF Multiplexers Chapter 1
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Chapter 2 Configuring the HP E1366A/E1367A RF Multiplexers Using This Chapter This chapter shows how to make user connections to the RF multiplexers and how to configure the multiplexer modules. Chapter contents are: • Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 17 • Connecting User Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 18 • Typical Multiplexer Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 20 • Changing Multipl
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Caution CENTER CONDUCTOR MAY SHORT TO SHIELD. Each channel’s center conductor may momentarily short to the shield when the channel is opened or closed. Use only resistive (50Ω or 75Ω) or current-limited (<1 A) inputs with less than 0.1 μF total capacitance. Caution STATIC-SENSITIVE DEVICE. Use anti-static procedures when removing, configuring, and installing a module. The multiplexer modules are susceptible to static discharges. Do not install a multiplexer without its metal shield attached
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Some guidelines for user input cabling are: • For best high-frequency performance, user cabling should have at least two braided shields or one braid and a foil wrap. • Always use shielded coaxial cables with the characteristic impedance of the multiplexer used (50Ω or 75Ω). Keep cables as short as possible, especially in high-frequency circuits or pulse circuits where a rise/fall time of <50 nsec is critical. • Long cables can add delay time which can cause timing problems. All test equipment,
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Typical Multiplexer Configurations Typical RF multiplexer configurations are: • Standard configuration (2 x 4:1 multiplexer) • Tree configuration (1 x 12:1 multiplexer) • Matrix-type configuration (4:1 to 4:1 multiplexer) Standard Figure 2-2 shows the standard configuration (2 x 4:1) for the RF multiplexers. With this configuration, you can switch channels 00-03 to Configuration com 00 and switch channels 10-13 to com 10. One channel per bank can be connected to its common at a time. Figure 2
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Contents
HP E1366A/67A RF Multiplexers User’s Manual
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . .
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Example: Scanning Using "Trig Out" and " Event In" Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Using the Scan Complete Bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Example: Scan Complete Interrupt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 5. HP E1366A/E1367A RF Multiplexers Command Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Using This Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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A. HP E1366A/E1367A RF Multiplexer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Relay Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 End of Life Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Replacement Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 B. HP
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Notes 4 HP E1366A/67A RF Multiplexers User’s Manual Contents
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Certification Hewlett-Packard Company certifies that this product met its published specifications at the time of shipment from the factory. Hewlett- Packard further certifies that its calibration measurements are traceable to the United States National Institute of Standards and Tech- nology (formerly National Bureau of Standards), to the extent allowed by that organization’s calibration facility, and to the calibration facilities of other International Standards Organization members. Warranty
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Documentation History All Editions and Updates of this manual and their creation date are listed below. The first Edition of the manual is Edition 1. The Edi- tion number increments by 1 whenever the manual is revised. Updates, which are issued between Editions, contain replacement pages to correct or add additional information to the current Edition of the manual. Whenever a new Edition is created, it will contain all of the Update information for the previous Edition. Each new Edition or U
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Declaration of Conformity according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer’s Name: Hewlett-Packard Company Loveland Manufacturing Center Manufacturer’s Address: 815 14th Street S.W. Loveland, Colorado 80537 declares, that the product: Product Name: RF Multiplexer Model Number: HP E1366A/E1367A Product Options: All conforms to the following Product Specifications: Safety: IEC 1010-1 (1990) Incl. Amend 1 (1992)/EN61010-1 (1993) CSA C22.2 #1010.1 (1992) UL 1244 EMC: CISPR 11:1990/EN55011 (
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Notes 8 HP E1366A & E1367A RF Multiplexer Modules User’s Manual
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