Agilent U2751A USB
Modular Switch Matrix
User’s and Service Guide
Agilent Technologies
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that, if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in damage
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conditions are fully understood and
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proceed beyond a WARNING
notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and
met.
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Safety Symbols
Direct current (DC) Off (supply)
Alternating current (AC) On (supply)
Both direct and alternating current Caution, risk of electric shock
Three-phase alternating current Caution, risk of danger (refer to this
Earth (ground) terminal Caution, hot surface
The following symbols on the instrument and in the documentation
indicate precautions which must be taken to maintain safe operation of
the instrument.
manual for specific Warning or Caution
information)
Protective conductor terminal Out position of a bi-stable push control
Frame or chassis terminal In position of a bi-stable push control
Equipotentiality
Equipment protected throughout by
double insulation or reinforced
insulation
CAT I
Measurements performed on circuits
not directly connected to MAINS
U2751A User’s and Service Guide III
General Safety Information
WARNING
CAUTION
• Do not operate the device around explosive gas, vapor, or dust.
• Observe all markings on the device before establishing any
connection.
• The device is under CAT I measurement category, do not connect the
25-pin connector to MAINS.
CAT I:
Maximum working voltage:
Standalone 35 Vrms
Modular (Used with U2781A) 180 Vrms
Maximum transient voltage: 300 Vrms
• Do not measure higher than the rated voltage (as marked on the
device).
• Do not operate the device with the cover removed or loosened.
• Use only the power adapter provided by the manufacturer to avoid
any unexpected hazards.
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• Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause damage to the components in
the instrument and accessories. The cables or wires should be
connected to the plug-in connectors first and covered with the wire
casing prior to plugging it into the output connector to prevent ESD
from occurring.
• If the device is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
device protection may be impaired.
• Always use dry cloth to clean the device. Do not use ethyl alcohol or
any other volatile liquid to clean the device.
• Do not permit any blockage of the ventilation holes of the device.
Environmental Conditions
CAUTION
This instrument is designed for indoor use and in an area with low
condensation. The table below shows the general environmental
requirements for this instrument.
Environmental conditions Requirements
Operating temperature 0 °C to 50 °C
Operating humidity 20% to 85% RH non-condensing
Storage temperature –20 °C to 70 °C
Storage humidity 5% to 90% RH non-condensing
The U2751A USB modular switch matrix complies with the following
safety and EMC requirements.
• IEC 61010-1:2001/EN61010-1:2001 (2nd Edition)
• Canada: CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1-04
• USA: ANSI/UL 61010-1:2004
• IEC 61326-2002/EN 61326:1997+A1:1998+A2:2001+A3:2003
• Canada: ICES-001:2004
• Australia/New Zealand: AS/NZS CISPR11:2004
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Regulatory Markings
The CE mark is a registered trademark
of the European Community. This CE
mark shows that the product complies
with all the relevant European Legal
Directives.
ICES/NMB-001 indicates that this
ISM device complies with the
Canadian ICES-001.
Cet appareil ISM est confomre a la
norme NMB-001 du Canada.
The CSA mark is a registered
trademark of the Canadian Standards
Association.
The C-tick mark is a registered
trademark of the Spectrum
Management Agency of Australia.
This signifies compliance with
the Australia EMC Framework
regulations under the terms of the
Radio Communication Act of 1992.
This instrument complies with the
WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC)
marking requirement. This affixed
product label indicates that you must
not discard this electrical/electronic
product in domestic household waste.
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Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC
This instrument complies with the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) marking
requirement. This affixed product label indicates that you must not discard
this electrical/electronic product in domestic household waste.
Product Category:
With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE directive Annex 1, this
instrument is classified as a “Monitoring and Control Instrument” product.
The affixed product label is as shown below.
Do not dispose in domestic household waste
To return this unwanted instrument, contact your nearest Agilent
Technologies, or visit:
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for more information.
U2751A User’s and Service Guide VII
In This Guide…
1Getting Started
This chapter provides an overview of the U2751A USB modular switch
matrix, which includes the product outlook, product dimensions, and
product layout. This chapter also contains instructions on how to install
and configure the U2751A.
2 Operation and Features
This chapter describes the operation and features that are offered by the
U2751A, such as switch controls and relay usage monitoring.
3 Characteristics and Specifications
This chapter contains the characteristics and specifications of the
U2751A.
4Service Information
This chapter provides the guidelines for returning the U2751A to Agilent
Technologies for servicing or for servicing it yourself. It also contains the
list of replaceable parts.
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Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
NOTE
The Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for this instrument is
available on the Web site. You can search the DoC by its
product model or description.
http://regulations.corporate.agilent.com/DoC/search.htm
If you are unable to search for the respective DoC, please contact your
local Agilent representative.
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Contents
List of Figures XIII
List of Tables XV
1Getting Started1
Introduction 2
Product at a Glance 3
Product Outlook 3
Product Dimensions 5
Dimensions Without Bumpers 5
Dimensions With Bumpers 6
Standard Purchase Items 7
Inspection and Maintenance 8
Initial Inspection 8
Electrical Check 8
General Maintenance 8
Installation and Configuration 9
Installation 9
A. Check Your System 10
B. Install the IO Libraries Suite 11
C. Install the Module Driver 12
D. Install the Agilent Measurement Manager 13
E. Connect the Module to Your PC 15
F. Verify Your Module Connection 20
G. Launch Your Agilent Measurement Manager 21
U2751A DSub Connector 23
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Contents
U2922A Terminal Block 24
U2922A Terminal Block Installation 27
55-Pin Backplane Connector Pin Configuration 29
Chassis Installation 30
2 Operation and Features 31
Power Up 32
Switch Control 33
Relay Cycle Counter 36
System-Related Operation 37
Self-Test 37
Error Conditions 37
SCPI Commands for System-Related Tasks 38
3 Characteristics and Specifications 39
Product Characteristics 40
Product Specifications 41
4Service Information43
Checking Defective Relay(s) 44
Replaceable Parts 45
Disassembly Instructions 46
Reassembly Instructions 48
Contacting Agilent Technologies 48
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List of Figures
Figure 1-1. 25-pin male DSub connector 23
Figure 1-2. U2922A pin configuration 24
Figure 1-3. U2922A outlook 25
Figure 1-4. U2922A dimensions 26
Figure 1-5. 55-pin backplane connector pin configuration 29
Figure 2-1. Switch matrix concept 33
Figure 2-2. Panel view of the Agilent Measurement Manager 34
Figure 2-3. Panel view of the relay cycle counter 36
Figure 4-4. Defective relay(s) check 44
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List of Tables
Table 1-1. Pin assignments 23
Table 1-2. Synchronous Simultaneous Interface (SSI) connector pin
description 29
Table 3-3. Electrical and mechanical specifications update per
attached data sheet 41
Table 3-1. Electrical and mechanical specifications update per
attached data sheet (continued) 42
Table 4-2. Part number and description of replaceable part 45
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U2751A USB Modular Switch Matrix
User’s and Service Guide
1
Getting Started
Introduction 2
Product at a Glance 3
Product Outlook 3
Product Dimensions 5
Dimensions Without Bumpers 5
Dimensions With Bumpers 6
Standard Purchase Items 7
Inspection and Maintenance 8
Initial Inspection 8
Electrical Check 8
General Maintenance 8
Installation and Configuration 9
Installation 9
A. Check Your System 10
B. Install the IO Libraries Suite 11
C. Install the Module Driver 12
D. Install the Agilent Measurement Manager 13
E. Connect the Module to Your PC 15
F. Verify Your Module Connection 20
G. Launch Your Agilent Measurement Manager 21
U2751A DSub Connector 23
U2922A Terminal Block 24
U2922A Terminal Block Installation 27
55-Pin Backplane Connector Pin Configuration 29
Chassis Installation 30
Agilent Technologies
1
1Getting Started
Introduction
The U2751A USB modular switch matrix offers a high
quality, low cost switching solution for automated test. It can
operate as a standalone or modular unit when used with the
U2781A USB modular instrument chassis.
The U2751A is a compact 48, two-wire modular switch
matrix which is controlled remotely over a USB interface via
the Agilent Measurement Manager software. The U2751A can
also be programmed using the provided drivers or via SCPI
commands.
The U2751A has the following features.
• 32 two-wire cross-points organized in a 4 rows by 8
columns configuration
• any combination of rows and columns can be connected
at a time. Multiple channels can be closed at the same
time
• relay cycle counter
The U2751A offers you the most flexible connection path
between your device under test (DUT) and your test
equipment, allowing different instruments to be connected to
multiple points on your DUT at the same time.
Using the Agilent Measurement Manager, you can instruct
the matrix to make or break any of the 32 row-column
intersections over the USB interface. More details will be
covered in the Agilent Measurement Manager help file.
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Product at a Glance
Bumpers
Product Outlook
Getting Started 1
Top Vi e w
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DSub connector
Power indicator
USB indicator
55-pin backplane connector
USB inlet
Power inlet
Fastening hole for USB cable with locking mechanism
Front View
Rear View
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Product Dimensions
Top View
Front View
105.00 mm
175.00 mm
25.00 mm
Dimensions Without Bumpers
Getting Started 1
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Top Vi e w
117.00 mm
41.00 mm
Front View
180.00 mm
Dimensions With Bumpers
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Standard Purchase Items
Verify that you have received the following items with your
unit. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact the
nearest Agilent Sales Office.
✔ 12 V, 2 A AC/DC adapter
✔ Power cord
✔ USB Standard-A to Mini-B interface cable
✔ L-Mount kit (used with the modular instrument chassis)
✔ Agilent Automation-Ready CD (contains the Agilent IO
Libraries Suite)
✔ Agilent USB Modular Products Quick Start Guide
✔ Agilent USB Modular Products Reference CD-ROM
✔ Agilent Measurement Manager Quick Reference Card
Getting Started 1
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1Getting Started
NOTE
Inspection and Maintenance
Initial Inspection
When you receive your U2751A, inspect the unit for any
obvious damage such as broken terminals or cracks, dents,
and scratches on the casing that may occur during shipment.
If any damage is found, notify the nearest Agilent Sales
Office immediately. The front of this manual contains the
warranty information.
Keep the original packaging in case the U2751A has to be
returned to Agilent in the future. If you return the U2751A
for service, attach a tag identifying the owner and model
number. Also include a brief description of the problem.
Electrical Check
Chapter 4, “Service Information” on page 43 will provide the
complete verification procedure. The procedure will verify to
a high level of confidence that the U2751A is operating in
accordance with its specifications.
General Maintenance
Any repair that is not covered in your modular product manuals should
only be performed by qualified personnel.
1 Power off your module and remove the power cord and
I/O cable from your device.
2 Remove your module from the bumper casing.
3 Shake off any dirt that may have accumulated on the
module.
4 Wipe your module with a dry cloth and install the
bumper back in place.
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Installation and Configuration
NOTE
A. Check Your System
B. Install the IO Libraries Suite
C. Install the Module Driver
D. Install the Agilent Measurement Manager
E. Connect the Module to Your PC
F. Verify Your Module Connection
G. Launch Your Agilent Measurement Manager
Installation
Follow the step-by-step instructions shown in the following
flowchart to get started with the preparations and
installations of your U2751A.
Getting Started 1
You need to install the IVI-COM driver if you are going to use the U2751A
with Agilent VEE Pro, LabVIEW, or Microsoft
®
Visual Studio®.
U2751A User’s and Service Guide 9
1Getting Started
A. Check Your System
Prior to any installation or configuration, please ensure that
your PC meets the following minimum system requirements.
Processor 1.6 GHz Pentium® IV or higher
Operating system Windows® XP Professional or Home Edition
(Service Pack 1 or later), or Windows® 2000 Professional
(Service Pack 4 or later)
Browser Microsoft® Internet Explorer 5.01 or higher
Available RAM 512 MB or higher recommended
Hard-disk space 1 GB
Video Super VGA 800600 (1024768 recommended)
Prerequisites Agilent IO Libraries Suite 14.2 or higher
(version 15.0
version 2.1
2
patch
, Microsoft® .NET Framework version 1.1 and 2.0
1 Available on Agilent Automation-Ready CD.
1
recommended), Agilent T&M Toolkit Runtime
2
, Agilent T&M Toolkit Redistributable Package 2.1
2
2 Bundled with Agilent Measurement Manager application software installer.
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B. Install the IO Libraries Suite
NOTE
NOTE
The IO Libraries Suite 14.2 or higher is available on the
Agilent Automation-Ready CD that comes with the standard
purchase of the U2751A.
• If you do not have the Agilent Automation-Ready CD, obtain the IO
Libraries Suite 14.2 or higher at http://www.agilent.com/find/iolib.
• Disconnect any USB instruments or connectivity interface from your
PC.
1 Close all other applications on your PC, insert the Agilent
Automation-Ready CD into your CD-ROM drive, and follow
the instructions on your screen.
2 If the IO Libraries Suite installation does not start
automatically, go to Start > Run (on the Windows Start
menu) and type <drive>:\autorun\auto.exe where
<drive> is your CD-ROM drive location.
3 If you obtain the IO Libraries Suite from the web, save
the self-extracting zip file (*.exe) to any location on your
hard disk.
4 Double-click the installation file to launch the installation.
5 Follow the instructions on your screen to proceed with
the installation.
6 After the installation has completed, you will see the IO
Control icon on the Windows taskbar notification area as
shown below.
Getting Started 1
For detailed installation instructions, refer to the Agilent IO Libraries Suite
Getting Started Guide at http://www.agilent.com/find/iolib.
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NOTE
C. Install the Module Driver
Please ensure that there are no instruments connected to the PC when
installing the driver.
1 Verify that your PC meets the minimum system
requirements as stated in “A. Check Your System” on
page 10.
2 Insert the Product Reference CD-ROM into your CD-ROM
drive.
3 The installer will automatically launch the Agilent Modular
Products Installation Menu. Click Hardware Driver to begin the
installation.
4 If the menu does not launch automatically, go to Start >
Run (on the Windows Start menu) and type <drive>:\
Driver\Hardware\setup_Hw.exe where <drive> is
your CD-ROM drive location. Click OK to begin the
installation.
5 Follow the instructions on the screen and click Next to
proceed.
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6 Click Install to begin the installation. Follow the
instructions on the screen to proceed with the
installation.
7 Click Finish when the installation has completed.
D. Install the Agilent Measurement Manager
1 If you have done “C. Install the Module Driver” on
page 12, proceed to Step 2. If not, close all other
applications on your PC and insert the Product Reference
CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2 Click Measurement Manager on the U2751A Installation Menu to
begin the installation.
Getting Started 1
3 If the installation menu does not appear after a few
seconds, go to Start > Run and type <drive>:\
Application\Modular Instruments Measurement
Manager\setup.exe where <drive> is your CD-ROM
drive location.
4 Click OK to begin the installation.
5 If you do not have any of the prerequisites installed, the
InstallShield Wizard software prerequisite will appear.
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1Getting Started
NOTE
6 Click OK to begin the installation of the listed missing
prerequisites.
7 Once the above installation has completed, installation of
the Measurement Manager software will proceed as
normal.
8 The Measurement Manager InstallShield Wizard dialog will
appear. Click Next to begin.
9 Read the License Agreement and select I accept the terms in
the License Agreement to proceed. You may click Print to
print a hardcopy of the Agilent License Terms for
reference. Click Next to proceed.
10 Fill in the Customer Information Form accordingly and
click Next.
11 Click Next to install to the specified folder or click Change
to install to a different folder.
12 Click Install to begin the installation of the Measurement
Manager.
13 Click Finish when the installation has completed.
14 A shortcut to this software will be created on your
desktop.
USING THE LICENSED MATERIALS INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF
THE LICENSE TERMS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL OF THESE TERMS,
using
YOU MAY RETURN ANY UNOPENED LICENSED MATERIAL FOR A FULL
REFUND. IF THE LICENSED MATERIALS ARE BUNDLED OR PRELOADED
WITH ANOTHER PRODUCT, YOU MAY RETURN THE ENTIRE UNUSED
PRODUCT FOR A FULL REFUND.
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E. Connect the Module to Your PC
NOTE
Ensure that the Agilent Measurement Manager is installed before
proceeding.
1 After the installations have completed, connect the power
cord to the AC/DC power adapter. The AC/DC power
adapter requirements are 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, with
an output voltage of +12 VDC.
2 Insert the DC output plug from the AC/DC power adapter
to the power jack on the rear panel of the U2751A.
3 Connect the U2751A to any USB port on your PC with
the bundled USB cable.
4 Your PC will automatically detect the connected unit and
the Found New Hardware Wizard window will appear. Select
Yes, this time only and click Next to proceed.
Getting Started 1
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1Getting Started
5 Select Install the software automatically (Recommended) and
click Next.
6 A warning message will appear on the Hardware Installation
window. Click Continue Anyway to proceed with the
installation of the U2751A.
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Getting Started 1
NOTE
If you do not wish to receive similar warning messages in the future,
follow the instructions below.
• Go to Start > Control Panel and double-click System.
• Select the Hardware tab and click Driver Signing on the Drivers panel.
The Driver Signing Options dialog box will appear.
• Select Ignore to disable the warning message.
7 Click Finish to complete the installation.
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1Getting Started
8 The Assign USB device alias window will appear. Each time
the U2751A is plugged in, this dialog box will appear. To
disable this dialog, select the Never show this dialog option
in the Show this dialog panel and click
OK.
9 For modules other than the U2300A Series, U2500A
Series, U2600A Series, and U2781A, the system will
perform a firmware version check on your connected
module.
a If the module firmware version is the same as the
installed version on the PC, it will not perform any
firmware download and the U2751A is now ready for
use.
b If the module firmware version differs from the
installed version on the PC, the following message box
will appear. Firmware versions (V1.00 and V1.01) in the
figure are for illustration purpose only, it might vary
depending on the device and PC firmware version.
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Getting Started 1
NOTE
NOTE
c Click Ye s to begin the firmware download. The
following message box will appear indicating the
download in progress.
Ensure that you do not remove the USB and power connection until the
firmware download has completed.
d Your U2751A is ready for use once the firmware
download has completed.
10 The U2751A can also be connected remotely to the PC
through Agilent E5813A Networked 5-Port USB Hub.
11 To connect through the E5813A, disconnect the U2751A
from the PC while still powered on.
12 Then connect the E5813A in power-on state to the PC and
the U2751A.
13 The U2751A is ready for use once the PC detects the
connection.
Connection through the E5813A Networked 5-Port USB Hub can only be
established after the instrument is first connected directly to the PC.
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1Getting Started
F. Verify Your Module Connection
The Agilent Connection Expert is one of the utilities in the
IO Libraries. The Connection Expert configures the
connected instruments and enables communication. It is able
to automatically detect the U2751A devices plugged into the
PC.
1 Go to Start > All Programs > Agilent IO Libraries Suite > Agilent
Connection Expert to launch the Connection Expert.
2 The detected U2751A will be visible on the Instrument I/O
on this PC explorer pane. Right-click on the U2751A
instrument on the explorer pane.
3 A context menu will appear as shown below and select
Send Commands To This Instrument.
4 The Agilent Interactive IO dialog box will appear. Click Send &
Read to send the *IDN? default command. The
instrument’s response should appear in the Instrument
Session History panel.
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Getting Started 1
NOTE
5 If the Connection Expert can successfully communicate
with the U2751A, this indicates that the instrument is
installed correctly.
G. Launch Your Agilent Measurement Manager
• The IO Control will launch automatically when you start your PC.
• Launching the Measurement Manager without the IO Control running
will cause failure of the Measurement Manager to detect or establish
any connection with the U2751A connected to your PC.
• To run the IO Control, go to Start > All Programs > Agilent IO
Libraries Suite > Utilities > IO Control.
1 Double-click the Measurement Manager software icon on
your desktop or go to Start > All Programs > Agilent > Modular
Products > Agilent Measurement Manager to launch the
software.
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1Getting Started
NOTE
2 The Measurement Manager welcome screen will appear.
3 The Select USB Device dialog box will appear displaying the
connected U2751A devices. To start the application, select
a U2751A device and click OK to establish the connection.
For more information on how to use the Measurement Manager, refer to
the Agilent Measurement Manager help file.
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U2751A DSub Connector
The U2751A is equipped with one 25-pin male DSub
connector as shown in Figure 1- 1.
Figure 1-1 25-pin male DSub connector
Pin Assignments
Tab l e 1 - 1 Pin assignments
Pin Description Pin Description
18 R1H 10 C3H
19 R1L 11 C3L
20 R2H 8 C4H
21 R2L 9 C4L
16 R3H 5 C5H
17 R3L 6 C5L
22 R4H 3 C6H
23 R4L 4 C6L
24 C1H 1 C7H
25 C1L 2 C7L
12 C2H 14 C8H
13 C2L 15 C8L
7GND
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R represents “Row” and C represents “Column”.
H represents “High” and L represents “Low”.
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NOTE
U2922A Terminal Block
The U2922A terminal block is an optional accessory to be
used with the U2751A. The U2922A which weighs
approximately 100 g and has screw-type terminals, offers you
a convenient and simple way of making connection to the
switch matrix for prototyping applications or an actual
system deployment. It allows the user to configure a wide
variety of routing options and matrix topologies.
The U2922A pin configuration is in accordance to the 25-pin
male DSub connector of the U2751A as shown in the
following:
R represents “Row” and C represents “Column”.
H represents “High” and L represents “Low”.
Figure 1-2 U2922A pin configuration
You may also develop your own terminal block by using a
compatible mating 25-pin female DSub connector to the front
panel.
Ensure that your design meets the clearance and creepage requirements
for high voltage application as defined by IEC/EN 61010-1.
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Getting Started 1
Ter mi na l b lo ck
Female DSub connector
Retractable cover
Jack screw
The outlook and dimensions of the U2922A are shown in
Figure 1- 3 and Figure 1- 4.
Figure 1-3 U2922A outlook
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Rear View
85.00 mm
23.00 mm
Top Vi e w
Front View
85.00 mm
23.00 mm
105.00 mm
90.00 mm
105.00 mm
Side View
23.00 mm
1Getting Started
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Figure 1-4 U2922A dimensions
U2922A Terminal Block Installation
WARNING
NOTE
cables
This section provides the recommended procedure for
connecting the U2922A terminal block to the U2751A.
• The maximum working voltage of the U2751A with the
terminal block for standalone is 35 Vrms and for
modular (when used with the U2781A) is 180 Vrms.
• The maximum transient voltage is 300 Vrms.
• Do not remove the retractable cover from the U2922A
terminal block during operation to avoid any
unexpected hazard.
• You are required to connect the cables to the U2922A terminal block
prior to attaching the U2922A to the U2751A.
• Ensure that you power-off your device and unplug the U2922A from the
U2751A to change the cable connection on the U2922A.
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U2751A User’s and Service Guide 27
Connect the cables to the terminal block as
desired.
1Getting Started
Snap-fit clasp of the
retractable cover and
the housing
Jack screws of the U2922A
Close your terminal block by slotting in the
retractable cover. Check the snap-fit clasp on
the cover and the housing to ensure correct
orientation of the retractable cover before
slotting it in.
Turn over the U2922A with the retractable
cover facing downwards. Then, insert the
U2922A to the U2751A as shown.
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Tighten the jack screws using a screw driver
to secure the connection. Ensure that the
terminal block is installed correctly with the
screws properly tighten for secure operation.
55-Pin Backplane Connector Pin Configuration
GND
NC
GND
TRIG4
nBPUB
NC
11
GND
NC
TRIG3
GND
CLK10M
NC
10
GND
NC
GND
TRIG5
GND
NC
9
GND
NC
STAR_TRIG
NC
8
TRIG2
GND
GND
NC
GND
TRIG6
GA2
NC
7
GND
NC
TRIG1
GND
GA1
NC
6
GND
NC
GND
TRIG7
GA0
NC
5
GND
NC
TRIG0
GND
NC
NC
4
GND
VBUS
GND
+12 V
+12 V
+12 V
3
GND
GND
GND
+12 V
+12 V
+12 V
2
GND
USB_D
–
USB_D+
GND
+12 V
+12 V
1
F
E
D
C
B
A
The 55-pin backplane connector is used when the U2751A
module is inserted into the U2781A USB modular instrument
chassis. For more details, refer to the Agilent U2781A USB
Modular Instrument Chassis User's Guide.
Getting Started 1
Figure 1-5 55-pin backplane connector pin configuration
Tab l e 1 - 2 Synchronous Simultaneous Interface (SSI) connector pin
description
SSI timing signal Functionality
GND Ground
NC Not connected
VBUS USB bus power sensing input
USB_D+, USB_D– USB differential pair
TRIG0~TRIG7 Trigger bus
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+12 V +12 V power with 4 A current
nBPUB USB backplane input detect
CLK10M 10 MHz clock source
STAR_TRIG Star trigger
GA0,GA1,GA2 Geographical address pin
1Getting Started
Chassis Installation
The L-Mount kit is to be installed to your U2751A module.
The following instructions describe the simple procedure of
installing the L-Mount kit and your module in the U2781A
chassis.
1 Unpack the L-Mount kit from its packaging.
2 Remove your U2751A module from the bumper casing.
3 Using a Phillips screwdriver, fasten the L-Mount kit to
your U2751A module.
4 Insert your U2751A module into the U2781A chassis with
the 55-pin backplane connector positioned at the bottom
of the module.
5 Once you have slotted the module into the chassis, tighten
the screws of the L-Mount kit to secure the connection.
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U2751A USB Modular Switch Matrix
User’s and Service Guide
2
Operation and Features
Power Up 32
Switch Control 33
Relay Cycle Counter 36
System-Related Operation 37
Self-Test 37
Error Conditions 37
SCPI Commands for System-Related Tasks 38
This chapter describes the features and operation of the
U2751A.
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2 Operation and Features
Power Up
Take note of the following when you power up the U2751A.
• The U2751A can only be operated via the USB interface.
• Before you can control the U2751A, you need to install
the hardware driver and the IO Libraries Suite 14.2 or
higher. Both of these are included when you purchase the
U2751A. Refer to Chapter 1, “B. Install the IO Libraries
Suite” on page 11 and “C. Install the Module Driver” on
page 12 for the installation procedure.
• On the front panel of the U2751A, there are two LED
indicators. Refer to Chapter 1, “Product Outlook” on
page 3.
• Power indicator lights up once the U2751A is powered up.
• USB indicator will only blink when there is data exchange
activity between the U2751A and the PC.
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Switch Control
Note: Three-digit channel numbers are derived from
the intersection of the rows and columns, with the
last two digits representing the columns. The
intersection shown represents channel 202
(Row 2, Column 2)
Operation and Features 2
A matrix switch connects multiple inputs to multiple
outputs. A matrix is arranged in rows and columns. For
example, the U2751A is a 48 matrix that can be used to
connect four sources to eight test points as shown in
Figure 2- 1.
Any column can be connected to any row by activating the
corresponding relay that connects the column to the row as
shown in Figure 2- 1. Each cross-point relay on this module
has its own unique channel label representing the row and
column. For example, channel 302 represents the cross-point
connection between row 3 and column 2.
Be aware that it is possible to connect more than one source
to the same point with a matrix. It is vital to make sure that
these connections do not create dangerous or unwanted
conditions.
Figure 2-1 Switch matrix concept
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2 Operation and Features
Figure 2-2 Panel view of the Agilent Measurement Manager
Agilent Measurement Manager Operation
Launch the Agilent Measurement Manager software and
select the Matrix tab. The keyboard shortcut key is Ctrl+M.
Connect the instruments and devices as per your
application. Key in the names of the instruments and devices
in the available text boxes.
Click the cross-point circles on the software to toggle the
contact on or off. The connection from the row to the
column will be highlighted when the circuit is closed.
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Operation and Features 2
SCPI Commands
The following examples show the SCPI commands for
executing the closing and opening of the relays.
Example 1, Make contact at channel 302
-> *CLS; *RST // Resets the switch to the
default power-on state.
This command can be
ignored if this operation is
not required.
-> ROUTe:CLOSe (@302) // Closes the relay at row 3,
column 2.
Example 2, Break contact at channel 302
-> ROUTe:OPEN (@302) // Opens the relay at row 3,
column 2.
Example 3, Make contact at channel 101, 302
-> ROUTe:CLOSe (@101,302) // Closes relays at row
1, column 1 and row
3, column 2.
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2 Operation and Features
Relay Cycle Counter
Figure 2-3 Panel view of the relay cycle counter
Agilent Measurement Manager Operation
At the main panel, select the Relay Cycle Counter tab. The
panel in Figure 2- 3 will be displayed. The keyboard shortcut
key is Ctrl+R.
This feature allows the user to carry out preventive
maintenance, which is to replace those relays that are at the
end of their life span.
Relay cycles that are above a certain limit will be highlighted
in red. Refer to the example in Figure 2- 3.
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System-Related Operation
NOTE
This section provides information on system-related topics
such as executing a self-test, performing self-calibration
routine, and reading error conditions.
Do not connect any terminal block or cables prior to performing self-test
process.
Self-Test
To perform the self-test, proceed as follows.
Agilent Measurement Manager Operation
Ensure that the switch terminals are not connected to any
instrument. Turn on the U2751A. On the application panel,
select Tools > Self-Test. This will perform a series of
communication tests on the module, which take a couple of
seconds to complete.
Operation and Features 2
Error Conditions
Agilent Measurement Manager Operation
A message box will appear once an error occurs while
operating the U2751A using the Agilent Measurement
Manager.
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2 Operation and Features
SCPI Commands for System-Related Tasks
The following examples show the SCPI commands for
performing certain system-related tasks.
Example 4, Performing system-related tasks
-> *CLS; *RST // Resets the switch to the
default power-on state.
This command can be
ignored if this operation is
not required.
-> *TST? // Executes the self-test.
<- +0 // Returns a +0 if the test
pass else it will return a
+1 if it fails.
-> SYST:ERR? // Returns the error number
and its corresponding
message string from the
error queue.
<- +0, "No Error"
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Characteristics and Specifications
Product Characteristics 40
Product Specifications 41
This chapter specifies the characteristics, environmental
conditions, and specifications of the U2751A.
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3 Characteristics and Specifications
Product Characteristics
REMOTE INTERFACE
• Hi-Speed USB 2.0
• USBTMC 488.2 Class device
POWER CONSUMPTION
• +12 VDC, 2 A maximum
• Installation Category III
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
• Operating temperature from 0 C to +50 C
• Relative humidity at 20% to 85% RH (non-condensing)
• Altitude up to 2000 meters
• Pollution degree 2
• For indoor use only
STORAGE COMPLIANCE
–20 C to +70 C
SAFETY COMPLIANCE
Certified with:
• IEC 61010-1:2001/EN61010-1:2001 (2nd Edition)
• Canada: CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1-04
• USA: ANSI/UL 61010-1:2004
EMC COMPLIANCE
• IEC 61326-2002/EN61326:1997+A1:1998+A2:2001+A3:2003
• Canada: ICES-001:2004
• Australia/New Zealand: AS/NZS CISPR11:2004
SHOCK AND VIBRATION
Tested to IEC/EN 60068-2
I/O CONNECTOR
DSub 25 male
DIMENSIONS (W D H)
• 105.00 175.00 25.00 mm (without bumpers)
• 117.00 180.00 41.00 mm (with bumpers)
WEIGHT
• 428 g (without bumpers)
• 480 g (with bumpers)
WARRANTY
One year
CALIBRATION
Annual calibration is not required
1
1 For remote connections using Agilent E5813A, refer to Chapter 1.
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Characteristics and Specifications 3
Product Specifications
Tab l e 3 - 3 Electrical and mechanical specifications update per attached data sheet
U2751A
Without U2922A Terminal Block With U2922A Terminal Block
Channels/configurations 48, 2-wire
Switch type Armature latching
Input characteristics (per channel)
Max volts
Standalone
Modular (Used with U2781A)
Max transient voltage 300 Vrms
Max current
Switch current
Carry current
Power (W, VA)
Volt-Hertz limit 10
General specifications
Thermal emf (differential) <3 V
Initial closed channel resistance <1.5
DC isolation (ch-ch, ch-earth) >10 G
AC characteristics
Bandwidth
Insertion loss
100 kHz
1 MHz
10 MHz
45 MHz
Capacitance
HI-LO
LO-Earth
Crosstalk at terminal block (ch-ch)
300 kHz
1 MHz
20 MHz
45 MHz
1
42 VDC/35 Vrms
180 VDC/180 Vrms
2 A
2 A
2
3
3
45 MHz 30 MHz
0.2 dB
0.3 dB
<2 dB
<3 dB
55 pF
35 pF
60 W, 62.5 VA
8
–70 dB
–60 dB
–35 dB
–30 dB
0.2 dB
0.3 dB
<2 dB
<4.5 dB
85 pF
45 pF
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3 Characteristics and Specifications
Tab l e 3 - 1 Electrical and mechanical specifications update per attached data sheet (continued)
General characteristics
Relay life, typical
No load
10 V, 100 mA
Related load
Open/close time 4 ms/4 ms
1 DC or AC rms, channel-to-channel or channel-to-earth.
2 Limited to 6 W channel resistance power loss per module.
3 50 source, 50 load, differential measurements verified with a 4-port
network analyzer (Sdd21).
100 M
10 M
100 k
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Service Information
Checking Defective Relay(s) 44
Replaceable Parts 45
Disassembly Instructions 46
Reassembly Instructions 48
Contacting Agilent Technologies 48
This chapter provides guidelines for returning your
instrument to Agilent for service or repair, and for servicing
it yourself. A list of replaceable parts is also provided.
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4 Service Information
NOTE
Row 1
Column 1
Checking Defective Relay(s)
It is recommended to have the relay(s) checked when it reaches 10 million
cycle counts. The relay cycle count can be obtained by using the Agilent
Measurement Manager or sending the following SCPI command:
DIAGnostic:RELay:CYCLes? (@<ch_list>)
To check for any defective relay, the equipment required is a
digital multimeter with continuity feature.
1 Close the particular relay(s). For example: The relay
located at Row x Column y.
2 By referring to the connector configuration of the DSub
connector, connect one of the DMM test leads to pin RxL
and another test lead to pin CyL. The DMM should
indicate that these two pins are connected or shorted.
3 Once this is done, use the same method and perform the
same test on pins RxH and CyH. These two pins should
be connected or shorted as well.
4 Now, open the particular relay(s). Using the same method,
check if pins RxL and CyL are disconnected. Perform the
same test on pins RxH and CyH as well.
Figure 4-4 Defective relay(s) check
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Replaceable Parts
CAUTION
Service Information 4
This section contains the information for ordering
replacement parts for your instrument. To order the parts,
please do the following.
• Contact your nearest Agilent Sales Office or Service
Center.
• Provide the part number for the relay.
• Provide the instrument model and serial number.
The part number of the replaceable part and its description
are shown in the table below.
Tab l e 4 - 2 Part number and description of replaceable part
Part number Description
0490-1896 RELAY 2C 3 VDC-COIL 2A 30 VDC
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Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions
Almost all electrical components can be damaged by electrostatic
discharge (ESD) during handling. The following guidelines will help
prevent ESD damage when servicing the instrument or any electronic
device.
• Disassemble the instruments in a static-free work area only.
• Use a conductive work area to dissipate static charge.
• Use a conductive wrist strap to dissipate static charge
accumulation.
• Minimize handling.
• Keep the replacement parts in original static-free packaging.
• Remove all plastics, styrofoams, vinyls, papers, and other
static-generating materials from the immediate work area.
• Use only antistatic solder extractor.
4 Service Information
Disassembly Instructions
Remove the screws and nuts as shown.
Take the measurement board and carrier
board out from the module.
Remove the screws as indicated.
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Service Information 4
Separate the carrier and measurement
board.
There are 32 relays as shown.
Turn to the opposite side of the
measurement board and ensure that only the
defective relays are desoldered.
Upon replacing the relay(s), reset the relay cycle count to
zero by issuing the following SCPI command:
DIAGnostic:RELay:CYCLes:CLEar (@<ch_list>)
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4 Service Information
NOTE
NOTE
Reassembly Instructions
Contacting Agilent Technologies
The reassembly process is simply the reverse of disassembly.
Types of Service Available
If your instrument fails during the warranty period, Agilent
will replace the unit for free. The replacement units will be
shipped with new calibration certificates.
Every replacement unit has its own serial number. The serial number of the
defective unit does not transfer to the replacement unit. The warranty
period of the replacement unit is based on the remaining warranty of the
defective U2751A.
Agilent Unit Exchange
Contact your nearest Agilent Service Center to arrange for
the replacement of your instrument. In the U.S., please call
800-829-4444 and then select "Option 3" followed by
"Option 1."
The defective unit must be returned to Agilent before the replacement unit
is shipped to you. Additional information regarding the unit exchange will
be provided when you contact Agilent.
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Index
#
55-pin backplane connector pin, 29
A
AC
characteristics, 41
AC/DC power adapter
output voltage, 15
requirements, 15
Agilent Measurement Manager
help file, 2, 22
installation, 13, 14
launching, 21, 22
operation, 34, 36, 37, 37
panel view, 34
relay cycle count, 44, 47
welcome screen, 22
Agilent Modular Products Installation Menu
Hardware Driver, 12
Measurement Manager, 13
Agilent U2751A USB Modular Switch
Matrix,
dialog box, 12
Quick Reference Card, 7
B
bandwidth, 41
bumper, 8
bumper casing, 8, 30
browser, 10
C
*CLS, 35, 38
carrier board, 46, 47
Certificate of Calibration, 7
channel label, 33
channels, multiple
chassis
configuration, 2
installation, 30
cleaning, general, 8
column, 2, 23, 33, 34, 35, 44
configuration, instrument
connector, 23
pin assignments, 23
55-pin backplane connector pin, 29
cross-point, 2
D
DC
isolation, 41
output plug, 15
defective relays, check, 44
DIAGnostic:RELay:CYCLes?
(@<ch_list>), 44
device under test. See DUT
disassembly. See relays, replacing
DSub connector, 23, 44
DUT, 2
E
electrical check, 8
electrostatic discharge. See precautions
error conditions
Agilent Measurement Manager
operation, 37
SCPI Commands, 38
F
firmware, 18, 19
flowchart, 9
G
GND, 23, 29
I
*IDN, 20
I/O cable, 8
inspection, initial, 8
installation
Agilent Measurement Manager, 13
connecting the module, 15
IO Libraries Suite, 11
launching the Agilent Measurement
Manager, 21
module driver, 12
system check, 10
verifying the module connection, 20
introduction
U2751A USB modular switch matrix, 2
IO Control, 11, 21
IVI-COM driver, 9
L
LED indicators, 32
L-Mount kit, 7, 30
M
matrix, V, VIII, 2, 7, 12, 33, 34
maintenance, general, 8
measurement board, 46, 47
Microsoft® Internet Explorer. See browser
modular instrument chassis, 7, 29
modular switch matrix. See introduction
module driver. See installation
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Index
multiplexer, 33
N
nBPUB, 29, 29
NC, 29, 29
O
operating enviroment
altitude, 40
pollution degree, 40
relative humidity, 40
temperature, 40
operating checklist. See service
operating system, 10
operation, system related
error conditions, 37
self-test, 37
P
panel view, 34, 36
parts, replaceable, 45
pin assignments, 23
power cord, 7, 15
power jack, 15
power up, U2751A, 32
precautions,
ESD, IV, 45
prerequisites, 10
processor, 10
product characteristics
dimensions, 40
EMC compliance, 40
I/O connector, 40
operating enviroment, 40
power consumption, 40
remote interface, 40
safety compliance, 40
shock and vibration, 40
storage compliance, 40
warranty, 40
weight, 40
product dimensions
with bumper, 6
without bumper, 5
product outlook
front view, 4
rear view, 4
top view, 3
product specifications
AC characteristics, 41
general characteristics, 42
general specifications, 41
input characteristics, 41
purchase items, standard, 7
R
*RST, 35
reassembly. See relays, replacing
relay cycle counter, 2, 36
relays, replacing
DIAGnostic:RELay:CLEar (@<ch_list>),
47
disassembly, 46
ESD precautions, 45
reassembly, 48
replaceable parts. See parts, replaceable
row, 2, 23, 33, 34, 35, 44
S
SCPI commands, 2, 35, 38
self-calibration, 37
self-test, 37, 38
service
Agilent unit exchange, 48
types of service available, 48
SSI connector pin, 29
SSI timing signal, 29
STAR_TRIG, 29
switch control
Agilent Manager Measurement
operation, 34
introduction, 33
SCPI Commands, 35
switch matrix concept, 33
switching, 2, 33
system check, 10
system-related operation, 37
system requirements, 10, 12
T
*TST, 38
terminal block, 41
terminal block, U2922A. See U2922A
test, automated, 2
U
U2922A
dimensions, 26
female DSub connector, 24, 28
installation, 27
outlook, 25
pin configuration, 24
terminal block, 24
USB extension cable, 7
USB indicator, 32
USB interface, 2, 32
USBTMC 488.2, 40
V
VBUS, 29
W
warranty, 40, 48
®
Windows
Windows
Windows
2000 Professional. See
operating system
®
Home Edition. See operating
system
®
XP Professional. See operating
system
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Contact us
To obtain service, warranty or technical assistance, contact us at the following phone or fax
numbers:
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Product specifications and descriptions in this
document are subject to change without notice.
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Second Edition, April 12, 2010
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