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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and CEN/CENELEC EN 45014
Manufacturer’s Name:Agilent Technologies, Inc.
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Declares, that the product
Product Name:Cascade RF Switch
Model Number:E1470A
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Conforms with the following European Directives:
The product herewith complieswith the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
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Conforms with the following product standards:
EMCStandardLimit
IEC 61326-1:1997 + A1:1998 / EN 61326-1:1997+ A1:1998
CISPR11:1997 + A1:1997 / EN 55011-1991Group 1, ClassA
IEC 61000-4-2:1995+A1998 / EN 61000-4-2:19954 kV CD, 8 kV AD
IEC 61000-4-3:1995 / EN 61000-4-3:19953 V/m, 80-1000 MHz
IEC 61000-4-4:1995 / EN 61000-4-4:19950.5kV signal lines, 1 kV power lines
IEC 61000-4-5:1995 / EN 61000-4-5:19950.5 kV line-line, 1 kV line-ground
IEC 61000-4-6:1996 / EN 61000-4-6:19963 V, 0.15-80 MHz
IEC 61000-4-11:1994/ EN 61000-4-11:19941 cycle, 100%
The E 1470A Cascade RF Switch module c onsists of a series of twenty
3-to-1 m ultiple xe rs. Each 3-to-1 multiplexer can be programatically
cascaded with other 3-to-1 multiplexers to form larger multiplexers. For
example, c ombining two adjacent multiplexers (cascading) forms a 6-to-1
multiplexer, casc ading three forms a 9-to-1 multiplexer, or cascading four
forms a 12-to-1 multiplexer, etc. Cascading all twenty 3-to-1 multiplexers
forms one 60-to-1 multiplexer.
Multiple combinations are simultaneously allowed on the module.
User connections t o the module are to SMB connectors on the faceplate.
Figure 1-2 shows the switching d iagram of the Cascade RF Switch module
with the switches s hown in the power-on/reset state.
Since the relays on the switch are Form C, the relays are considered to
reset (or opened) when the COM MON terminal is connected to the NC
be
terminal (the power-on/reset state). Relays are c ons idered to be
closed) when the COMMON terminal is connected to the NO terminal.
See F igure 1-1.
NO
COMMON
NC
Form C Relay
Power-On/Reset
or Open StateState
Figure 1-1. For m C Relays States
COMMON
Form C Relay
Set or Closed
set (or
NO
NC
Chapter 1
Configuring the RF Switch 9
COM 00
010
002
011
001
012
COM 02
030
031
032
COM 04
050
051
052
COM 10
110
111
112
COM 12
130
131
132
000
022
021
020
042
041
040
102
101
100
122
121
120
COM 01
COM 03
COM 05
COM 11
COM 13
ChannelNumbers are in the form bbc where
bb i s the COM bank (00-05, 10-13, 20-25,or 30-33)
c is the individual number (0, 1, or 2).
Channel
Numbers
000
001
002
010
011
012
020
021
022
030
031
032
040
041
042
050
051
052
100
101
102
110
111
112
120
121
122
130
131
132
K001
K011K012K014
K021K022K024
K031K032K034
K041K042K044
K002K003
K013
K023
K033
K043
K052K051
No Connection
12:1 Input
K101K103
K111K112
K121
K131
K102
K122
K132
K054
18:1
12:1
K055
K114
K124K123
K134K133
K113
Cascade Relays
K056
K053
COM 00
(3:1)
COM 01
(6:1)
COM 02
(9:1)
COM 03
(12:1)
COM 04
(15:1)
COM 05
(30:1)
Output
to Right-Side
Board
COM 10
(3:1)
COM 11
(6:1)
COM 12
(9:1)
COM 13
(12:1)
A
Figure 1-2. Cascad e RF Switch Switching Diagram (continued on next page)
10 Configuring the RF Switch
Chapter 1
A
Channel
Numbers
332
331
330
K331
322
321
320
K321
312
311
310
K311
302
301
300
K301
252
251
250
(30:1)
Input
from Channels
0xx and 1xx
on Left-Side
Board
ChannelNumbers are in the form bbc where
bb is the COM bank (00-05, 10-13, 20-25, or 30-33)
c is the individualnumber (0, 1, or 2).
You can configure the Cascade RF Switch module to create multiple
multiplexers of varying sizes. In its power-on/reset state, the switch is
configured as 20 independent 3-to-1 multiplexers. Byspecifying a v alid path
from a COM terminal to a channel in adifferent bank (functionally c ascading
contiguous 3-to-1 multiplexe rs) other multiplexer sizes can be conf igured.
Figure 1 -3 shows typical 3-to-1, 6-to-1, 9-to-1, and 12-t o-1 multiplexers.
Other sizes can be configured by spec if y ing validROUTe:PATH statements
(see Chapter 2 for details). See Figure 1-2 for channel and COM numbering
information.
Channel
(BB)0
(BB)1
(BB)2
(BB)0
(BB)1
(BB)2
(BB+1)0
(BB+1)1
(BB+1)2
(BB+2)0
(BB+2)1
(BB+2)2
3-to-1
Multiplexer
9-to-1
Multiplexer
COM (BB)
COM (BB+2)
(BB)0
(BB)1
(BB)2
(BB+1)0
(BB+1)1
(BB+1)2
(BB)0
(BB)1
(BB)2
(BB+1)0
(BB+1)1
(BB+1)2
(BB+2)0
(BB+2)1
(BB+2)2
(BB+3)0
(BB+3)1
(BB+3)2
Multiplexer
COM (BB+1)
12-to-1
Multiplexer
COM (BB+3)
NOTEGenerally, the CO M terminal is on the highest-numbered bank. Exceptions
12 Configuring the RF Switch
Figure 1-3. Creating Multiple Multiplexers
are that channels 100 through 132 can go to COM 05 as well as to COM 13
and channels 300 through 332 can go to COM 25 as wel l as to COM 33.
For example, COM 01 can be used as the common for channels 000 - 002
and 010 - 012 creat ing a 6-to-1 mult iple xer. COM 11 can be the common
forchannels 100 - 102 and 110 - 112 for another 6-to-1 multiplexer. COM 02
can be common for channels 000 - 002, 010 - 012, and 020 - 022 for a 9-to-1
multiplexer. COM 03 c an be the common for channels 000 - 002, 010 - 012,
020 - 022, and 030 - 032 for a 12-to-1 m ultiplexer.
Chapter 1
COM 04 can be used for a 15-to-1 multiplexer for all channels between 000
and 042. COM 05 can be the common for al l channelsfrom 000 t hrough 052
creating an 18-to-1 multiplexer. M ult ipl ex ers of 21-to-1,24-to-1,and 27-to-1
can a lso be c onf igured. Two 30-to-1 multiplexers can be creat ed using
channels 00 through 132 to COM 05 and channels 200 through 332 to
COM 25. One 60-to-1 multiplexer c an be created us ing all the channels
to CO M 25.
RF Switch Configuration
This s ec tion gives guidelines to configure the RF Switch module, including:
• Warnings and Cautions
• Select ing the Logical Ad dress
• Setting the Interrupt Request Level
• Connecting User Wiring
Warnings and
Cautions
WARNINGSHOCK HAZARD. Only service-trained personnel who are
aware of the hazards involved should install, remove, or
configure the module. Before you remove any installed
module, disconnect AC power from the mainframe and from
other modules that may be connected to the module.
WARNINGCHANNEL WIRING INSULATION. All channels that have a
common connection must be insulated so that the user is
protected from electrical shock in the event that two or more
channels are connected together. This means wiring for all
channels must be insulated as though each channel carries
the voltage of the highest voltage channel.
CAUTIONMAXIMUM POWER. The maxim um RF power t hat can be appli ed
to the module is 10 Watts RF. Do not apply line AC power to any terminal
on this module.
CAUTIONSTATIC ELECTRICITY. Static electricity is a major cause of component
failure. To prevent damage to the electrical components in the module,
observe anti-static techniques whenever removing a module from the
mainframe or working on a module.
Chapter 1
Configuring the R F Switch 13
Setting the Logical
Address
NOTEWhen using the Cascade RF Switch module with an E1406 Command
Thelogicaladdress of the Cascade RF Switch module is set with the Logical
Address (LA DDR) switch on the module. The logical address is factory-set
to120.Valid address es are from 1 to 256. See Figure 1-4 for address switch
settings.
The logical address is the sum of the values of the switches set to the
CLOSED position. In F igure 1-4,switches 3 through 6 are CLOSED andthe
associated values of these switches are 8, 16, 32, and 64. Thus, the logical
address = 8 + 16 + 32 + 64 = 128.
Module, t he address must be a multiple of 8 (for example, 8, 16, 24,...
112, 120, 128, . .. 240, 248). The module cannot be configured as part
of a multiple-module switchbox instrument.
If the Logical Address Switches are set for 255, the System Res ourc e
Manager automatically ass igns a Logical Address to the module. You c an
poll the Resource Manager to determine the logical address assigned tothe
module.
Logical Address
Switch Location
64+32+16+8=120
8
6
2
4
2
1
8
3
6
1
1=CLOSED
0=OPEN
CLOSED = Switch Set To 1 (ON)
OPEN = Switch Set To 0 (OFF)
2
4
1
Logical Address = 120
Figure 1-4. Setting the Lo gical Address Switch
14 Configuring the RF Switch
Chapter 1
Setting the Interrupt
Request Level
NOTEInterrupts can also be disabled using the Control Register (see Appendix
Interruptsare enableda t power-up,aftera SYSRESET,ora fterresettingthe
module via the Control Register (see Appendix B). If interruptsare enabled,
the system generates an interrupt after writing to any relay cont rol register.
Theinterrupt is generated approximately 13msecafter writing to theregister
to indicate the end of relay closure/settling time.
As s hown in Figure 1-5, the Interrupt Request Level switch selects the
priority level that will be asserted. The Interrupt Re quest Level sw itch is set
in posit ion 1 as shipped from the factory. For most applications this priority
level should not be changed. The interrupts are disabl ed when set to
position 'X'. To c hange the setting, set the switch to the level required.
B). Also, consult your mainframe manual to make s ure backplane
jumpers/switches are configured correctly.
Interrupt request Level
Rotary Switch Location
Interrupt Request (IRQ)
Level 0 = Interrupt Disabled
Figure 1-5. Setting the Interrupt Requ est Level Switch
Chapter 1
Configuring the R F Switch 15
Connecting User
Wiring
User wi ring connections to the module are via multiple connector bloc k s
(part num ber 1250-2563). Figure 1-6 shows how to wire and assemble th e
connector housing. See “Cables and Connectors” for guidelines to
assemble SMB jacks and connectors. Se e Table 1-2 in “User Wiring Log”
for a log to record your wiring configuration.
Cables and ConnectorsThe Cas c ade RF Switch module is shipped with a kit of 85 SMB connector
jacks and 10 connector housings. You mus t supply your own 50Ω
double-shielded cable (single-shielded cable can also be used). Agilent
recommends RG188DS or RS 316DS double-shielde d cables or
triple-shielded cable (part number 8120-0552).
Standard S MB connector jacks will fit into the Cascade RF Switch module
connector sockets and may be used if adjacent sockets on the module are
NOT us ed. However, the outside diameter of the standard SMB jacks
prohibits using them on thec losely spaced, adjacent sockets on t he module
and they will not fit in th e connector housing. Special jacks with a smaller
shoulder must be used if adjacent sockets on the module are used. See
Table 1-1.
Table 1-1. SMB Connectors and Connector Housings
DescriptionQuantityPart Number
SMB Jacks*Package of 8E1470-22101
Connector HousingIndividual1250-2563
* Single SMB jacks are availablefrom E. F. Johnson Co. by part number
131-4304-011/020.
Assembling SMB
Connector Jacks
Figure 1-7 shows how to assem ble the SMB connector jack s. Jacks for
double-shielded cable require a 0.151 hex crimp about 0.260 wide.
Individual jacks for single-shielded RG188 and RG31 6 cable are avai lable
from E. F. Johnson Co (part number 131-4303-011/020) and require a hex
crimp s ize of 0.128.
"C" Hex Setting
"B" Hex Setting
"A"Hex Setting
.200
Foil Inside If Using 8120-0552
Solder
Crimp With 452301-B Die (0.151 Hex Crimp)
.245
.200
Don't Crimp Here
.094
Chapter 1
Figure 1-7. Assem bling SMB Jacks and Cables
Configuring the R F Switch 17
User Wiring TableTable 1-2 prov ides a log for you to document wiring to t he Cascade RF
Switch module. See Figure1-1 for terminal identification. See Figure 1-6 for
guidelines to connect user wiring. You can copy t he table as desired.
Table 1-2. User Connections Wiring
TermConnected to:TermConnected to:TermConnected to: