Lantronix TSC 4092A User Manual
TSC 4092A IRIG-B Autosense
Fault Switch
Operations and Maintenance
Manual
4775 Walnut Street
Suite 1B
Boulder, CO 80301
www.timing.com
Phone: (303) 939-8481
TSC 4092A IRIG-B Autosense Fault Switch Operations and Maintenance Manual
Copyright © 2005 Timing Solutions Corporation
Timing Solutions is a trademark of the Timing Solutions Corporation.
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DOC04092A Rev A
Revision History
Revision Description Date Approved
A Initial release. 5/8/05 TLE
Content s
1: Introduction 1
1.1 Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2.1 Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 4092A Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2: Installing and Setting Up the 4092A 5
2.1 Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Installing the 4092A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3 Assigning a Static IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.4 Selecting the Active Input Channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.5 Setting the 4092A to Autoswitch Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.6 Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3: Monitoring the 4092A 11
3.1 Accessing the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.2 Checking System Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.2.1 Checking Status and Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.2.2 Checking Model Number and Software Version. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.3 Understanding Alarm Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4: Troubleshooting the 4092A 17
4.1 Troubleshooting Input Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.2 Troubleshooting Output Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.3 Troubleshooting Power Supply Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.4 Configuring for Input Signal and Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.5 Configuring for Dual Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.6 Replacing Power Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4.7 Replacing Fuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4.8 Verifying Operational Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5: Warranty and Shipping Information 23
5.1 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5.2 Shipping Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5.2.1 Packing Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
A Specifications 25
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A.3 Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
A.3.1 Environment Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
A.4 Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Glossary 27
Index 29
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1: Introduction
Note
FIRST READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY.
This is especially true for the sections regarding Safety and Operation.
1.1 Symbols
These symbols (icons) appear throughout the manual as well as on the unit itself.
Symbol Definition
This symbol means the following information is a note that gives you important
Note
information that may affect how you use the
4092A.
Caution, refer to manual. Read all instructions in this manual before using this
product.
Caution - Risk of electrical shock
Fuse symbol.
LAN port, network. DO NOT CONNECT TO TELECOM CONNECTIONS
THAT CARRY HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES.
Chassis ground.
CE marking attesting compliance with applicable European Directives.
Earth terminal symbol: used to indicate an earth ground connection to chassis.
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1.2 About This Manual
This manual tells you how to install, set up, monitor, and troubleshoot the 4092A.
“Chapter 1, Introduction” on page 1 explains symbols that appear in the manual and on the unit as
well as documentation conventions. The chapter also briefly describes the 4092A.
“Chapter 2, Installing and Setting Up the 4092A” on page 5 contains important safety information
and describes how to install the 4092A, assign a fixed IP address, select the active channel, and set
the autoswitching mode.
“Chapter 3, Monitoring the 4092A” on page 11 describes how to check status and monitor alarms.
“Chapter 4, Troubleshooting the 4092A” on page 17 describes how to troubleshoot the inputs and
outputs, replace power supplies, and replace fuses.
“Chapter 5, Warranty and Shipping Information” on page 23 explains how to c on tact Timing
Solutions Corporation for warranty service and provides shipping guidelines.
“Appendix A, Specifications” on page 25 contains the detailed specifications for the 4092A.
1.2.1 Conventions
This manual uses several typographical conventions to help explain how to use the 4092A.
Convention Definition
Bold Words in bold show:
Buttons and icons to click
Menu options to select
Commands to type
Non-variable information displayed in response to commands
Italics Words in italics show:
Names of windows and dialog boxes
Variable information displayed in response to commands
2 1: Introduction
1.3 4092A Overview
The TSC 4092A IRIG-B Autosense Fault Switch is a 1U (1.75") high, 19-inch, rack-mount,
autosense, fault switch that accepts two IRIG-B inputs and produces eight outputs (chosen from
the two inputs). The unit can be configured with redundant hot swappable AC or DC power
supplies. The TSC 4092A can also be configured to accept two 1-200 kHz sinewave signals but
traditionally would be used as an IRIG-B Fault Switch.
The front panel provides green/red LED status for the inputs and for all output signals, as well as
indicating the active input signal. A green/red LED on the front panel also provides power status.
The front panel also has a locking toggle control switch that you can use to manually switch
between input signals or to configure the unit to switch automatically upon input signal failure.
An Ethernet port on the rear panel provides the capability to remotely monitor the status of the
power supplies, input, and all output signals. Any failure in the unit will immediately provide an
alarm to this port.
Figure 1 shows the 4092A’s front panel, and Figure 2 shows the 4092A’s rear panel.
POWER–Green when power is
on. One unlit LED shows unit has
one power supply. Red shows a
power supply failure.
INPUT–Green when connected to
input and receiving a signal. Red when
not receiving an input signal.
Chassis ground
connection point.
AC POWER–
connector.
ETHERNET
PORT–1 RJ-45
connector.
INPUT SELECT–Lit LED shows active
input. Use toggle switch to select active
input and set autoswitch mode.
OUTPUT STATUS–Green during normal
operation of output signals. All red when
unit has no input signal on the acti ve
channel.
Figure 1: Front panel
INPUT A and B–Connect
IRIG-B or 1 kHz - 200 kHz
sinewave.
Figure 2: Rear panel
OUTPUTS–8 BNC
connectors.
Chassis ground
connection point.
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4 1: Introduction
2: Inst alling and Setting Up the 4092A
2.1 Safety Information
Warning
This unit is for INDOOR USE ONLY. It is not sealed to prevent moisture from entering the
enclosure.
Do not attempt to install or operate this equipment if you have not first acquired proper training.
Equipment is intended for installation in an enclosed- or open-type equipment rack.
Ensure that all cables are properly connected. The power cord must be easy to remove from the
back.
Verify that input line voltage and current capacity are within specifications before turning on the
unit.
Disconnect all sources of input power before removing the top cover of this unit.
Operating and maintenance personnel must receive proper training before installing or maintaining
electrical equipment.
2.2 Installing the 4092A
The 4092A ships ready for installation into a standard 19" (48.3 cm) rack. You can mount the unit
using General Devices slides with part numbers C-300-S-126, -128 and -130 .
Required for installation:
North American or European IEC power cord. One or the other will be supplied with the
unit.
#1 Phillips screwdriver.
One #6-32 x 5/8" pan head screw with lock washer.
Customer -supplied, double-shielded RG223 cables with BNC connectors from source and
to next devices in system.
Customer-supplied, shielded LAN cable for network connection (RJ-45).
Rack-mount slide kit from General Devices, C-300-S-126, -128 or -130 (Optional)
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Rack mounting screws.
Screwdriver for the rack mount screws and slide, as needed.
Caution
Since the unit does not have a AC mains power switch, both the appliance inlet connector and the
plug on the detachable power supply cord are considered to be suitable disconnect means for
disconnecting the unit from the AC mains supply. If the rear of the unit is not accessible after
installation in the instrument rack, you must provide a suitable external AC disconnect means for
the unit.
To set up the 4092A:
1. Unpack carefully and inspect the 4092A.
2. Check for physical damage.
If you observe physical damage, immediately contact Timing Solutions and the
carrier.
We recommend saving the shipping container for submitting any necessary claims to
the carrier.
3. Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver and a #6-32 pan head screw, connect a safety ground wire
to the safety ground point next to one power supply.
4. Plug the female end of the power cord into the male IEC-320 plug on the rear of each
power supply.
5. Plug the male end of each power cord into a 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz power source.
Caution
Ensure that this power supply cord is connected to a properly grounded mains
receptacle.
6. Connect the input signal cables from the desired signal source to the INPUT A and INPUT
B BNC connectors on the rear panel.
7. Connect up to eight cables to the OUTPUT BNC connectors on the rear panel to supply
users with a copy of the input signal.
8. (Optional.) Connect a shielded LAN cable to the Ethernet port on the rear panel of the
4092A.
For information about configuring the network connection, see “2.3 Assigning a Static
IP Address” on page 6.
2.3 Assigning a St atic IP Address
The 4092A contains a Lantronix® Xport™ Ethernet to RS-232 converter, which provides the
4092A’s Ethernet connection.
The 4092A ships from the factory with a default IP address of 0.0.0.0, which enables DHCP. If the
network has a DHCP server, it will assign each unit an IP address, gateway address, and subnet
mask when the unit starts up.
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To monitor multiple 4092A units remotely through their Ethernet connections, you must assign
each unit a fixed IP address. You identify which unit is the source of an alarm by its IP address.
Follow the instructions in this section to assign a unit’s IP address.
Note
For more detailed information, see the Xport User Manual. Section 3.3 discusses several different
ways that you can assign IP addresses. Chapter 4 explains how to permanently configure the IP
address. You can download the Xport User Manual from the Lantronix® Web site as an Adobe®
Acrobat® PDF file. Go to:
http://www.lantronix.com/
If you want to permanently configure the IP address, you must install the Lantronix
DeviceInstaller software. This software is available only by downloading from the Lantronix Web
site. Go to: http://www.lantronix.com
You can also assign the IP address using Telnet.
Note
If you move the 4092A to a different network hub after setting up the static IP address, the host
computer may not be able to make a connection. You may need to release the IP address lease on
your operating system.
To assign the static IP address using the Lantronix DeviceInstaller software:
1. Obtain the following network information from your system administrator for each 4092A
you want to install:
IP Address: ______ ______ ______ ______
Subnet Mask: ______ ______ ______ ______
Gateway: ______ ______ ______ ______
2. Connect a Windows® PC to the same local subnet as the 4092A.
3. Install and start the Lantronix® DeviceInstaller software.
4. Click the Search Network icon and search for XPORT devices connected to the network,
then click Save and Exit.
5. Click the IP icon or select Assign IP Address on the Tools menu.
The hardware device number and IP address appear in the Assign IP Address dialog
box.
6. Type the new IP address and click OK.
The new IP address appears in the Lantronix DeviceInstaller window.
7. Test the IP address by pinging the 4092A’s Xport on the Lantronix Xport Installer
window.
Click the Ping icon or select Ping Device on the Tools menu.
The Ping Device window should show the IP address of the 4092A’s Xport device,
and it should show successful replies if the IP address has been configured correctly.
8. Exit the browser.
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