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PUBLICATION DATE: April 10, 2000
Copyright 1997 by Racal Instruments, Inc. Printed in the United States of America. All rights reserved.
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conformance to Racal’s ISO 9001 procedures.
For the specific terms of your standard warranty, or optional extended warranty or service agreement, contact
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
Before undertaking any troubleshooting, maintenance or exploratory procedure, read carefully the
WARNINGS and CAUTION notices.
This equipment contains voltage hazardous to human life and safety, and is capable of inflicting
personal injury.
If this instrument is to be powered from the AC line (mains) through an autotransformer, ensure the
common connector is connected to the neutral (earth pole) of the power supply.
Before operating the unit, ensure the conductor (green wire) is connected to the ground (earth)
conductor of the power outlet. Do not use a two-conductor extension cord or a three-prong/twoprong adapter. This will defeat the protective feature of the third conductor in the power cord.
Maintenance and calibration procedures sometimes call for operation of the unit with power applied
and protective covers removed. Read the procedures and heed warnings to avoid “live” circuit
points.
Before operating this instrument:
1. Ensure the instrument is configured to operate on the voltage at the power source. See
Installation Section.
2. Ensure the proper fuse is in place for the power source to operate.
3. Ensure all other devices connected to or in proximity to this instrument are properly grounded or
connected to the protective third-wire earth ground.
If the instrument:
-fails to operate satisfactorily
-shows visible damage
-has been stored under unfavorable conditions
-has sustained stress
Do not operate until performance is checked by qualified personnel.
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NOTE FOR SYSTEMS WITH 1260-OPT 01T
The “Module-Specific Syntax” section of this manual shows the command syntax for the
1260-01S Smart Card. If you are using the newer 1260-01T Smart Card, the commands
will NOT work as shown.
Consult the 1260-01T Manual for a description of the commands that may be used with the
1260-01T Smart Card.
The channel numbers described in this manual are valid for the 1260-01T. The channel
numbers continue to be used for the 1260-01T.
The syntax of the commands that use channel numbers has changed for those cards
controlled by the 1260-01T.
The new syntax used to close a channel is:
CLOSE (@ <module address> ( <channel> ) )
For example, for a relay module whose <module address> is set to 7, closing <channel> 0
is performed with the command:
CLOSE (@7 (0))
Using the older 1260-01S, the command would be (as shown in this manual):
CLOSE 7.0
Many other command syntax differences exist. Please consult chapter 2 of the 1260-01T
manual for a description of the commands that are available for the 1260-01T.
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Control Information for the 1260-35A
The 1260-35A operates as a 4-wire MUX. T hus, when a channel is operated, 2 relays must be operated in
parallel. For each channel, when a bit of Control Register X is set (or cleared), the same bit of Control
Register X+6 must also be set (or cleared).
Each channel on this module is theref ore controlled by setting or clearing two bits, one each in two different
Control Registers. Control Registers on the module operate 8 channels simultaneously. There are eight
control bits per Control Register. Setting the bit to a 1 closes the relay; setting the bit to a 0 opens the relay.
The table below shows the mapping between logical channels used to operate the relay module in m essagebased mode and the bits within the Control Registers which m ay be used to operate the channel in r egisterbased mode.
Each Control Register is located 2 addresses from the previous Control Register. That is, each Control
Register is located at an odd address. This is shown in Table 2-2 of the 1260-01T manual. Control Register 0
is located at the “Base A24 Address” for the module. Consult the “Register-Based Operation” Section of
Chapter 2 of the 1260-01T manual for a description of calculating control register addresses
For example, when closing channel 13, both byte 1 and byte 7 must have bit 5 set.
ChannelControl RegisterControl Bit
00 and 60
10 and 61
20 and 62
30 and 63
40 and 64
50 and 65
60 and 66
70 and 67
81 and 70
91 and 71
101 and 72
111 and 73
121 and 74
131 and 75
141 and 76
151 and 77
162 and 80
172 and 81
182 and 82
192 and 83
202 and 84
212 and 85
222 and 86
232 and 87
243 and 90
253 and 91
263 and 92
273 and 93
283 and 94
293 and 95
303 and 96
313 and 97
324 and 100
334 and 101
344 and 102
354 and 103
364 and 104
374 and 105
384 and 106
394 and 107
ChannelControl RegisterControl Bit
405 and 110
415 and 111
425 and 112
435 and 113
445 and 114
455 and 115
465 and 116
475 and 117
Control Information for the 1260-35B
The following information describes the control-register-to-relay-channel mapping for a 1260-35B Relay
Module. This inform ation may be used to control a 1260-35B when using a 1260-01T in the register- based
mode of operation.
Each relay on this module is controlled by setting or clearing a single bit within a Control Register. Control
Registers on the module operate 8 channels simultaneously. There are eight control bits per Control Register.
Setting the bit to a 1 closes the relay; setting the bit to a 0 opens the relay.
The table below shows the mapping from logic al c hannels to contr ol bits . T he logic al c hannels are us ed when
operating the relay module in message-based m ode. T he control bits within the Control Register s are used to
operate the module in register-based mode.
Each Control Register is located 2 addresses from the previous Control Register. That is, each Control
Register is located at an odd address. This is shown in Table 2-2 of the 1260-01T manual. Control Register 0
is located at the “Base A24 Address” for the module. Consult the “Register-Based Operation” Section of
Chapter 2 of the 1260-01T manual for a description of calculating control register addresses.
The 1260-35 Signal Multiplexer/Scanner Module is a 1 x 96
multiplexer. It switches two lines per channel and has the
capability of being configured as two 1 x 48 multiplexers, four 1 x
24 multiplexers, eight 1 x 12 multiplexers, or sixteen 1 x 6
multiplexers. The configuration is user selectable, but is supplied
by the factory in one 1 x 96 two-wire mode. A block diagram of the
module is shown in Figure 3-1
Figure 1-1, 1260-35 Signal Multiplexer/Scanner Module
Module Specification 1-1
User Manual 1260-35
Specifications
Switch Configurations
Four-wire Mode Any configuration
Two-wire Mode Any configuration
User Connector 64-Pin (2 Row)
IDC Quick Disconnect
Maximum Switchable Voltage220VDC, 250VAC RMS
(Terminal-Terminal or Terminal-Chassis
Maximum Switchable Current 1A DC or 1A RMS
Maximum Switchable Power
Per Channel 30W DC, 62.5VA AC
Path Resistance <0.5Ω (1 X 6 configuration)
<1.0Ω (1 X 96 configuration)
Isolation Hi-Lo >7.5 X 108Ω
Capacitance
Open Channel <600pf (1 x 96 configuration)
Channel-Chassis <60pf (1 x 6 configuration)
<200pf (1 x 96 configuration)
Hi-Lo<50pf (1 x 6 configuration)
<600pf (1 x 96 configuration)
Bandwidth (50Ω Termination)>50 MHz (1 x 6 configuration)
>15 MHz (1 x 48 configuration)
* A crimp connector kit is also available for this module (PIN
404975-001). A strain relief option can be ordered separately for
this crimp connector kit.
Insertion Loss (50Ω ) <.1 dB to 100kHz
1 x 6 Configuration<.5 dB to 1MHz
<1 dB to 10MHz
Insertion Loss (50Ω ) <3 dB to 8MHz
1 x 96 Configuration
Crosstalk (50Ω termination) <-90 dB to 100kHz
<-70 dB to 1 MHz
<-23 dB to 10MHz
Cooling Requirement
Module Specification 1-2
User Manual 1260-35
Airflow 4.0 liters/sec
Backpressure 0.5mm H20
Power Requirements
+5V, I
+24V, Idm 10mA per energized relay
Weight 3.07lbs (1.33Kg)
3.35lbs (1.51Kg) with Option 01 installed
Minimum Option 01 Firmware
Revision 17.1
pm
0.4A (2.8A with Option 01 installed)
Ordering
Information
Safety
Product Support
Model Number
1260-35
1260-35A
Refer to the “FOR YOUR SAFETY” page preceding the Table of
Contents. Following all NOTES, CAUTIONS, and WARNINGS to
ensure personal safety and prevent damage to the instrument.
Racal Instruments has a complete Service and Parts Department.
If you need technical assistance or should it be necessary to return
your product for servicing, call 1-800-722-3262. If parts are
required to repair the product at your facility, call 1-949-859-8999
and ask for the Parts Department
When sending your instrument in for repair, complete the form in
the back of this manual.
1 X 96 Signal Multiplexer/
Scanner, User Conn: IDC
1 X 96 Signal Multiplexer/
Scanner, User Conn: Crimp
Description
Part Number
404944
404944-001
Module Specification 1-3
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Module Specification 1-4
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Chapter 2
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpacking and
Inspection
Reshipment
Instructions
1. Before unpacking the switching module, check the exterior of
the shipping carton for any signs of damage. All irregularities
should be noted on the shipping bill.
2. Remove the instrument from its carton, preserving the factory
packaging as much as possible.
3. Inspect the switching module for any defect or damage.
Immediately notify the carrier if any damage is apparent.
4. Have a qualified person check the instrument for safety before
use.
CAUTION
Proper ESD handling procedures must always be
used when packing, unpacking or installing any 1260
Series cards. Failure to do so may cause damage to
the unit.
1. Use the original packing material when returning the switching
module to Racal Instruments for servicing. The original
shipping carton and the instrument's plastic foam will provide
the necessary support for safe reshipment.
2. If the original packing material is unavailable, wrap the
switching module in plastic sheeting and use plastic spray
foam to surround and protect the instrument.
3. Reship in either the original or a new shipping carton.
Installation Instructions 2-1
User Manual 1260-35
Option 01
Installation
Module
Installation
1260-35 ID Byte
Installation of the Option 01 to the 1260-35 is described in the
Installation section of the 1260 Series VXI Switching Cards
Manual.
Installation of the 1260-35 Switching Module into a VXI mainframe,
including the setting of DIP switches, is described in the
Installation section of the 1260 Series VXI Switching Cards
Manual. Configuration of the PCBA and setting of the DIP switches
SW1-5 and SW1-6 are described in the following sections.
Each configuration responds to different sets of values for
<channel number>. The set of values the 1260-35 responds to is
controlled by switch 5 on DIP switch 51 on the PCB. The switch
settings that correspond to the two configurations are as follows:
ConfigurationS1 Switch 5S1 Switch 6
Four-wire Off Off
Configuration
Two-wire On Off
The 1260-35 Scanner~u1tiplexer is a user configurable switching
module. Ten different configurations are available as follows:
1) Sixteen 1 x 6 two-wire scanner/multiplexers, P/N 404944-206
2) Eight 1 x 6 four-wire scanner/multiplexers, P/N 404944406
3) Eight 1 x 12 two-wire scanner/multiplexers, P/N 404944-212
4) Four 1 x 12 four-wire scanner/multiplexers, P/N 404944-412
5) Four 1 x 24 two-wire scanner/multiplexers, P/N 404944-224
6) Two 1 x 24 four-wire scanner/multiplexers, P/N 404944-424
7) Two 1 x 48 two-wire scanner/multiplexers, P/N 404944-248
8) One 1 x 48 four-wire scanner/multiplexers, P/N 404944448
9) One 1 x 96 two-wire scanner/multiplexers, P/N 404944-296
10) One 1 x 192 one-wire scanner/multiplexers, P/N 404944
Installation Instructions 2-2
Unless otherwise specified, the 1260-35 is shipped from the
factory in the 1 x 192 single wire configuration. Table 2-1 gives the
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necessary information to configure the module into the other
possible configurations
Table 2-1, 1260-35 Jumper Installation
An X indicates a jumper is to be fitted. An (X) indicates the jumper is optional depending on
whether access to the analog bus is required. A blank indicates no jumper is to be fitted.
In most of the above configurations, the 1260-35 may be user
configured to access an analog bus (refer to Figure 3-1). The
analog bus allows internal expansion for the configuration of larger
scanner/multiplexers than the module may achieve alone, by
providing access to a common bus channel which may be daisy
chained to other modules via the front panel.
To connect the module to the analog bus, install jumpers W2A,
W2B, W20A, and W20B.
Installation Instructions 2-4
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Chapter 3
MODULE SPECIFIC SYNTAX
1260-35 Module
Specific Syntax
Syntax
The Module Specific Syntax for the 1260-35 is required in the use
of the OPEN and CLOSE commands. It will also appear in data
output by the Master in response to the PDATAOUT and PSETUP
commands.
The Module Specific Syntax for the 1260-35 Signal
Multiplexer/Scanner module is as follows:
OPEN <module address>.<channel>[;<module address>.
<channel>]
where <module address> is the switch card address.
<channel> is the relay to be closed to connect an input to
the output.
Note that Channels remain closed until opened by an OPEN
command, RESET command, VXI hard or soft reset, or power-off.
NOTE
The <module address> used here is NOT the VXIbus
defined logical address of the 1260 Series Master. It
is peculiar to the 1260 Series and describes the
switching module in relation to the Master. This
address corresponds to the binary value of the switch
setting of SW1 on the switching module PCB.
The range of values for <channel> is:
One-wire00-96
Two-wire00-95
Four-wire00-47
The actual mapping of number to connector pins is given in Table
3-1. Figure 3-1 shows the physical location of the various
connector pins.
Module Specific Syntax 3-1
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Example:
OPEN 3.02
This open command will open channel 2 on the module at switch
card address 3
CLOSE Command
PSETUP
Command
The Module Specific Syntax for the CLOSE command is the same
as for the OPEN command.
The PSETUP command causes the specified module setup to be
transmitted to the VXI Controller. The syntax used is:
PSETUP <module address>[;<module address>] [;<module
address>] where <module address> is the address.
The responses to the PSETUP command for the 1260-35
Multiplexer/Scanner is as follows:
The response to the PSETUP command consists of a header on
the first line. The header describes the model number followed by
an A or B designating four or two-wire, respectively. The next line
designates the setup mode for scanning which, by default, is
Break-Before-Make (BBM). The last line containing the "END"
characters denotes no more information to report.
The PDATAOUT command causes the specified module to
transmit the CLOSED state of the relays within the switching
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Command
module to the 1260 Controller. The syntax used is:
PDATAOUT<module address>[.<module address>]
[;<module address>]…..
The responses to the PDATAOUT command is as follows:
1260-35:Two-wire
<module address>. 1260-3 SB Two-wire Scanner/Multiplexer
The response to the PDATAOUT command consists of a header
on the first line as with the PSETUP response. The next line
details the channels currently closed on the module and is blank
when no channels are closed. Again, the last line is denoted by the
"END" string of characters.
Operation In
Single-Wire Mode
The 1260-35 is delivered with all jumpers installed (refer to Table
2-1). In this configuration, the module is a 1 x 96 two-wire
multiplexer (refer to Figure 3-1).
Channel 97 is a single pole, double throw (SPDT) relay with its
common channel connected to J202, pin B2. The normally closed
(NC) contact is connected to the "LO" side of the two-wire
common bus, and the normally open (NO) contact is connected to
the "HI" side of the common bus.
The common output of channel 96 is the single channel of the 192
x 1 multiplexer, and the 96 HI and 96 LO connections make up the
192 channels. By closing the appropriate channel (0-95) and
opening or closing channel 96. a 192 x 1 multiplexer is achieved.