Quantum 9530 User Manual
9530/8530 Series Pulse Generator
Operating Manual
QUANTUM COMPOSERS, INC
PO Box 4248
Bozeman, MT 59772
(406)582-0227 phone
(406)582-0237 fax
www.quantumcomposers.com
Rev 4.8
Contents
1. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................ 6
TECHNICAL SUPPORT ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
WARRANTY .............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
PACKAGE CONTENTS .................................................................................................................................................................. 6
2. SAFETY ISSUES .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
3. FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW ......................................................................................................................................... 8
9530 Front Panel ............................................................................................................................................................. 8
DISPLAY LAYOUT AND INDICATORS ................................................................................................................................................ 8
DESCRIPTION OF FRONT-PANEL AREA .......................................................................................................................................... 8
Keypads ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
4. PULSE CONCEPTS AND PULSE GENERATOR OPERATIONS ......................................................................................... 9
Counter Architecture Overview ........................................................................................................................................................ 9
System Timer Functions ................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Channel Timer Functions ................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Digital Output Multiplexer .............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Dependent & Independent Timing Events ..................................................................................................................................... 10
NAVIGATING THE 9530 FRONT PANEL ...................................................................................................................................... 10
Selecting Menus ............................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Selecting Menu Items ..................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Numeric Input Mode ...................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Entering Non-Numeric Parameters ................................................................................................................................................ 11
Enabling System Output ................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Enable/Disable Channel Output ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
Rearming the Channel Timers ........................................................................................................................................................ 11
Setting Pulse Timing Parameters .................................................................................................................................................... 11
Setting Pulse Output Parameters ................................................................................................................................................... 12
Using the Output Multiplexer ......................................................................................................................................................... 12
Setting System Internal Rate Parameters ....................................................................................................................................... 12
5. 9530 MENUS ........................................................................................................................................................... 13
9530 MA I N MENU STRUCTURE .............................................................................................................................................. 13
System Mode Menu ....................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Clock/Rate Menu ........................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Counter Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................ 13
System Configuration Menu .......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Store Menu .................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Recall Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Auxiliary Menu ............................................................................................................................................................................... 14
System Information Menu ............................................................................................................................................................. 14
9530 CH A NN E L MENU STRUCTURE ....................................................................................................................................... 15
Channel Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Channel Advanced Menu ............................................................................................................................................................... 16
TRIGGER MENU ...................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Trigger Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
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GATE MENU ........................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Gate Menu ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
SETTING SYSTEM MODE OF OPERATION ...................................................................................................................................... 17
CLOCK/RATE MENU ................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Setting the Clock Source and Rate .................................................................................................................................................. 18
Setting the Output Reference ......................................................................................................................................................... 18
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION MENU ................................................................................................................................................ 18
Setting System Communication Parameters .................................................................................................................................. 18
Setting Keypad Parameters ............................................................................................................................................................ 19
Setting the Auto Start Mode ........................................................................................................................................................... 19
Setting the Display Decimal Mark ................................................................................................................................................... 19
Setting the Display Brightness ........................................................................................................................................................ 19
STORE MENU ......................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Storing a System Configuration ....................................................................................................................................................... 20
RECALL MENU ........................................................................................................................................................................ 20
Recalling System Configurations .................................................................................................................................................... 20
COUNTER MENU ..................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Using the Counter Function ........................................................................................................................................................... 20
SYSTEM INFORMATION MENU ................................................................................................................................................... 21
Using the System Information Menu ............................................................................................................................................. 21
SETTING CHANNEL MODE OF OPERATION ................................................................................................................................... 21
Channel Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................ 21
Enabling Channel Output ............................................................................................................................................................... 22
Setting the Channel Timing Parameters ......................................................................................................................................... 22
Setting Pulse Output Configuration ................................................................................................................................................ 22
Setting Channel of Operation ......................................................................................................................................................... 23
Delaying the Start of Channel Output ............................................................................................................................................. 23
Setting the Sync Source ................................................................................................................................................................. 23
CHANNEL ADVANCED MENU ..................................................................................................................................................... 23
Configuring the Channel Multiplexer .............................................................................................................................................. 24
Setting Channel Gate Control ........................................................................................................................................................ 24
TRIGGER MENU ...................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Enabling System Trigger ................................................................................................................................................................. 24
GATE MENU ........................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Enabling System Gates ................................................................................................................................................................... 25
6. OPERATING THE 9530/8530 .................................................................................................................................... 26
QUICK START - NORMAL INTERNAL RATE GENERATOR OPERATION ............................................................................................... 26
QUICK START – NORMAL EXTERNAL TRIGGER OPERATION ............................................................................................................... 26
SYSTEM TIMER OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................................................ 27
Using Continuous Mode ................................................................................................................................................................ 27
Using Single Shot Mode ................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Using System Burst Mode Function ............................................................................................................................................... 27
Using the System Duty Cycle Function ........................................................................................................................................... 27
CHANNEL TIMER OVERVIEW ...................................................................................................................................................... 28
Using Channel Normal Function .................................................................................................................................................... 28
Using Channel Single Shot Function ............................................................................................................................................... 28
Using the Channel Burst Mode ...................................................................................................................................................... 28
Using the Channel Duty Cycle Mode .............................................................................................................................................. 28
EXTERNAL INPUT OVERVIEW ...................................................................................................................................................... 29
Using the External Gate to Control the System ............................................................................................................................. 29
Using the Channel Gating Function................................................................................................................................................ 29
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Generate a Pulse on Every Trigger Input........................................................................................................................................ 29
Generate a Burst of Pulses on Every Trigger Input ........................................................................................................................ 30
Start a Continuous Stream of Pulses Using the External Trigger.................................................................................................... 30
7. PROGRAMMING THE 9530/8530 ............................................................................................................................ 31
PERSONAL COMPUTER TO PULSE GENERATOR COMMUNICATION.................................................................................................... 31
RS-232 Interface Overview ............................................................................................................................................................ 31
USB Interface Overview ................................................................................................................................................................ 32
Ethernet Interface Overview ......................................................................................................................................................... 32
PROGRAMMING COMMAND TYPES AND FORMAT ......................................................................................................................... 32
Line Termination ............................................................................................................................................................................ 32
IEEE 488.2 Common Command Format ....................................................................................................................................... 33
SCPI Command Keywords ............................................................................................................................................................. 33
SCPI Command Format ................................................................................................................................................................. 33
SCPI Keyword Separator................................................................................................................................................................ 34
SCPI Optional Keywords ................................................................................................................................................................ 34
SCPI Specific and Implied Channel ................................................................................................................................................ 34
SCPI Parameter Types ................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Error Codes .................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Programming Examples .................................................................................................................................................................. 35
9530/8530 SCPI COMMAND SUMMARY ................................................................................................................................... 37
IEEE 488.2 COMMON COMMANDS .......................................................................................................................................... 42
8. APPENDIX A – SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................... 43
9530/8530 Specifications ............................................................................................................................................... 43
9. APPENDIX B - SAFETY SYMBOLS .............................................................................................................................. 46
Safety Marking Symbols ................................................................................................................................................ 46
10. APPENDIX C - COM ............................................................................................................................................. 48
Ethernet Interface Overview .......................................................................................................................................... 48
11. APPENDIX D - ETHERNET CONNECTIVITY ............................................................................................................ 49
DETERMINING IP ADDRESS ........................................................................................................................................................ 49
TESTING ETHERNET COMMUNICATION ......................................................................................................................................... 51
12. APPENDIX E - DUAL TRIGGER INPUT ................................................................................................................... 54
DT15 DUAL TRIGGER MODULE ................................................................................................................................................ 54
9530 SCPI Dual Trigger Command Summary ............................................................................................................................... 54
IEEE 488.2 Common Commands ................................................................................................................................................... 55
CHANGES IN MENU STRUCTURE CAUSED BY ENABLING THE DUAL TRIGGER FUNCTION .......................................................................... 55
Counter Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................ 55
Channel Advanced Menu ............................................................................................................................................................... 55
Trigger Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................. 55
Gate Menu ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
13. APPENDIX F – IMPEDANCE
MATCHING OUTPUTS
............................................................................................... 56
TZ50 Impedance Matching Output Module .................................................................................................................. 56
TTL/ADJUSTABLE OUTPUTS ........................................................................................................................................................... 56
14. APPENDIX G - INCREMENT MODE ....................................................................................................................... 57
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Using the Increment System Mode ................................................................................................................................ 57
9530/8530 SCPI Increment Command Summary ......................................................................................................................... 57
CHANGES IN MENU STRUCTURE CAUSED BY ENABLING THE INCREMENTING FUNCTION ......................................................................... 58
System Mode Menu ....................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Channel Advanced Menu ............................................................................................................................................................... 58
Using the Duty Cycle Increment Function ...................................................................................................................................... 59
Using the Burst Increment Function .............................................................................................................................................. 59
15. APPENDIX H - EXTERNAL CLOCK ......................................................................................................................... 60
9530/8530 External Clock Operation ............................................................................................................................ 60
Using the external clock function: ................................................................................................................................................... 61
16. APPENDIX I – 8530 BOARD LEVEL OPTION .......................................................................................................... 61
8530 Board Level Connection Information ..................................................................................................................... 61
8530 BOARD LEVEL OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................. 61
DIGITAL CONTROL BOARD CONNECTION INFORMATION .................................................................................................................. 61
DIGITAL OUTPUT BOARD CONNECTION INFORMATION .................................................................................................................... 65
MOUNTING INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................................................ 65
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1. Introduction
This manual is a reference designed to familiarize you with the Quantum Composers 9530 series
pulse generator and is arranged so that you can easily find the information you’re looking for.
Generally, each topic has its own section and no section assumes that you’ve read anything else in
the manual.
Technical Support
For questions or comments about operating the 9530 our technical staff can be reached via one
of the following methods:
Phone - (406) 582-0227
Fax - (406) 582-0237
Internet - www.quantumcomposers.com
Warranty
In addition to a 30-day money back guarantee, the 9530 has a two-year limited warranty from the
date of delivery. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship. Quantum
Composers will repair or replace any defective unit. Contact us for information on obtaining
warranty service.
Package Contents
The box you receive should contain the following:
9530 Pulse Generator
AC Power Cord*
User’s Manual on Disk
Contact Quantum Composers (406) 582-0227 if any parts are missing.
*Note: AC Power Cord for Model 9530/8530 only (not intended for any other use)
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2. Safety Issues
Normal use of test equipment presents a certain amount of danger due to electrical shock because it
may be necessary for testing to be performed where voltage is exposed.
An electrical shock causing 10 milliamps of current to pass through the heart will stop most human
heartbeats. Voltage as low as 35 VDC or 35 V
hazardous, as it can produce a lethal current under certain conditions. Higher voltages pose an even
greater threat because such voltage can easily produce a lethal current. Your normal work habits
should include all accepted practices that will prevent contact with exposed high voltage and steer
current away from your heart in case of accidental contact with a high voltage. You will significantly
reduce the risk factor if you know and observe the following safety precautions:
If possible, familiarize yourself with the equipment being tested and the location of
its high-voltage points. However, remember that high voltage may appear at unexpected
points in defective equipment.
Do not expose high voltage needlessly. Remove housing and covers only when
necessary. Turn off equipment while making test connections in high- voltage circuits.
Discharge high-voltage capacitors after shutting down power.
When testing AC powered equipment, remember that AC line voltage is usually
present on power input circuits, such as the on-off switch, fuses, power transformer, etc.
Use an insulated floor material or a large, insulated floor mat to stand on, and an
insulated work surface on which to place equipment. Make certain such surfaces are not
damp or wet.
Use the time-proven “one hand in the pocket” technique while handling an instrument
probe. Be particularly careful to avoid contact with metal objects that could provide a good
ground return path.
Never work alone. Someone should always be nearby to render aid if
necessary. Training in CPR first aid is highly recommended.
AC should be considered dangerous and
RMS
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Vertical Arrow
Indicates there are additional pages to the current
menu.
Blinking Light
Indicated the unit is actively generating pulses, or
armed and waiting for an external trigger.
Question Mark
In external PLL oscillator operation mode, this
indicates the internal PLL is not yet locked with the
external clock source.
“e”
An “e” will appear when the system clock is in external
mode, but not when in external with PLL.
Menu Keypad
Provides one touch access to the channel, trigger,
gate, and system menus for setting up the appropriate
parameters. The Page button will allow you to page
through the multiple levels of a menu, if multiple levels
exist.
Arrow Keypad
The up/down arrows are used to increment/decrement
the current cursor parameter (indicated by the blinking
cursor). The position of the cursor controls the step
size for each increment. The right/left arrows move the
cursor to different positions within the current
parameter. The NEXT key selects the next parameter
in the currently displayed menu.
3. Front Panel Overview
9530 Front Panel
Display Layout and Indicators
A 4 line x 20 character vacuum fluorescent display module displays parameters and status
information. The status information is located in the upper-left corner of the display, between the
two brackets. There are four enunciators:
The upper-right side of the display contains the title of the currently displayed menu. The rest of the
display is used for system parameters. The display brightness may be adjusted, allowing the
instrument to be used under various lighting conditions.
Description of Front-Panel Area
Keypads
Two keypad areas provide fast access to various menus and easy editing of system parameters.
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*Start source is:
RUN button in Internal Modes
External input in External Trigger modes
*TRG command via Serial access
**Channels are armed by the RUN button. In single shot and burst modes channels may be rearmed
by pressing the RUN button again.
Continuous
Once started T0 pulses are generated continuously.
Single Shot
One T0 pulse is generated for each start command.
Burst
‘N’ T0 pulses are generated for each start command.
Duty Cycle
Once started T0 pulses cycle on and off continuously.
4. Pulse Concepts and Pulse Generator
Operations
Counter Architecture Overview
System Timer Functions
The System Timer functions as a non-retriggerable, multi-vibrator pulse generator. This means that
once started, depending on the mode, the timer will produce pulses continuously. Before pulses can
be generated, the timer must be armed and then receive a start pulse. Arming the counter is done by
pressing the Run/Stop key. With external trigger disabled, the Run/Stop key also generates the
start command for the counter. With external trigger enabled, the external trigger provides the start
pulse. In either case, once started, the counter operation is determined by the System Mode
Generator. Standard modes include:
The T0 pulse is distributed to all of the start inputs of the Channel Timers and Mode Generators.
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Channel Timer Functions
Normal
A pulse is generated for each T0 pulse.
Single Shot
One pulse is generated for the first T0 pulse, after
which the output is inhibited.
Burst
‘N’ number of pulses are generated for the first T0
pulse, after which the output is inhibited.
Duty Cycle
‘N’ number of pulses are generated for each T0 pulse
after which the output is inhibited for ‘M’ number of
pulses. The cycle is then repeated for each
subsequent T0 pulse.
The Channel Timer functions as a non-retriggerable, delayed, one shot pulse generator. This
means that the timer will only generate one delayed pulse for every start pulse received. Once the
channel timer has started counting, additional start pulses will be ignored until the pulse has been
completed (non-retriggerable). The start pulse for each channel is provided by the internal T0
pulse generated by the internal system timer. Whether or not a pulse is generated for each T0
pulse is determined by the Channel Mode Generator. Standard modes include:
Different modes may be selected for each output, allowing a wide variety of output combinations.
Each output may also be independently disabled or gated (using the external gate input).
Digital Output Multiplexer
The output s of each of the Channel Timers is routed to a set of multiplexers. This allows routing of
any or all Channel Timers to any or all of the units’ outputs. In the normal mode of operation, the
output of the nth Channel Timer is routed to the nth output connector. As an example, if a double pulse
is required on Channel A, one can multiplex the Channel A timer with the Channel B timer, then
adjust each timer to provide the necessary pulses.
Dependent & Independent Timing Events
The 9530 allows the user to control the relationship between the Channel Timers by setting the sync
source for each timer. Independent events are all timed relative to the internal T0 start pulse.
Dependent events may be linked together by setting the sync source to the controlling event. This
allows the instrument to match the timed events and adjustments can be made in one event
without detuning the timing between it and the dependent event.
Navigating the 9530 Front Panel
Selecting Menus
Parameters are grouped in menus, selectable by using the function keys. To select the output
channel parameters press the letter key corresponding to the desired channel. Menus may include a
number of different pages, each page containing up to four parameters. The status block in the
upper-left corner of the display shows a vertical arrow if the current menu contains additional pages.
Press the Page button to select the next page. There may be multiple channel menus depending on
the model. Secondary or advanced menus can be accessed by pressing the letter key of that channel
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a second time.
Wid:
Sets the width of the active portion of the pulse.
Dly:
Sets the delay from the sync source to the rising edge of the pulse.
There are also individual menu keys for the gate (GATE), trigger (TRIG), and system (MENU)
menus. Depending on the model, each of these menus may have multiple pages, accessed by
pressing the Page button, or secondary menus, accessed by pressing that particular function
key a second time.
Selecting Menu Items
Within a menu, the blinking cursor indicates the current menu item for editing. The NEXT key will
select a different menu item.
Numeric Input Mode
When the current item is numeric, the system enters the Numeric Input Mode. In this mode data may
be edited using the arrow keypad. The Left and Right arrow keys are used to select a digit to edit.
The selected digit blinks to identify itself as the active digit. The Up and Down arrow keys are then
used to increment or decrement this digit.
Entering Non-Numeric Parameters
When the current item is non-numeric, the Up and Down arrow keys are used to select among
different options for the parameter. If the item is an on-off toggle, the Up arrow enables the item and
the Down arrow disables the item.
Enabling System Output
The Run/Stop key is used to arm the system. With external trigger disabled, the key will arm and
start pulse output. With external trigger enabled, the key will arm the pulse generator. Pulse outputs
then starts after the first valid trigger input. Pressing the Run/Stop key a second time disables the
pulse generator.
Enable/Disable Channel Output
At the top of each channel menu page is a parameter to enable or disable the output of the
channel. Each channel may be individually enabled or disabled.
Rearming the Channel Timers
If there are channels currently running in normal mode, single shot and burst mode channels can be
re-armed without affecting the timing on normal mode channels. The rearming page is located under
the System Menu. Once on the rearming page, pressing the up arrow will rearm the channel timers.
Setting Pulse Timing Parameters
Pulses are defined by a delay, from their sync or start pulse to the active edge, and a width.
*NOTE: If Wid + Dly + 75 ns (the hardware reset time) > T0 period the correct pulse width will
be generated, but at a slower rate.
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Out:
Selects between TTL/CMOS mode and Adjustable
mode when both are available on a single output.
Pol:
Sets the voltage polarity of the pulse, active high or
active low.
*Note: All outputs are positive voltage as negative
voltages are not supported
Ampl:
In Adjustable mode the unloaded output voltage is set.
The actual output voltage will depend on the load
impedance. For example: If the load is 50Ω the output
will be 50% of the stated voltage.
-HGFEDCBA-
MUX:
-00000101-
Source:
Sets the reference source for the internal T0 period.
Per:
Sets the internal T0 period.
Setting Pulse Output Parameters
There are two basic types of outputs available on the 9530:
a) TTL/CMOS compatible outputs.
b) Adjustable amplitude outputs.
Using the Output Multiplexer
Each output channel includes a multiplexer which allows routing of any or all of the timer outputs to
the physical output. This allows double pulses and other complex pulse trains to be generated.
The multiplexer is represented by an “n” bit binary number as shown above. “N” is the number of
channels. Each bit represents a channel timer, which is enabled by setting the bit to one. In the
above example, timers A and C are combined on the current output.
Setting System Internal Rate Parameters
The internal T0 period controls the fundamental output frequency of the system. Each channel may
be operated at submultiples of the fundamental frequency by using the channel duty cycle mode.
To set the system Internal Rate press the Menu key, then use the arrow keys
to specify the T0 period.
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5. 9530 Menus
Mode: Continuous Mode: Single Shot
Rearm the channels
Mode: Continuous
T0Period
Mode: Duty Cycle
T0Period
Mode: Duty Cycle
On: Set the ‘n’ pulses
Off: Set the ‘m’ pulses
Mode: Burst
‘n’ pulses to produce
Mode: Burst
T0Period
Rearm the channels
Rearm the channels
Rearm the channels
Press the Page Button
Change System Modes
T0Rate:
Source: Ext Osc
Rate: 100 MHz
Level: 0.50 Volts
Ref Out: T0Pulse
Source: Int Source
Press the Page Button
Change Clock Sources
Ref Out: T0Pulse
Level: 0.50 Volts
Source: Ext w/ PLL
Rate: 100 MHz
Level: 0.50 Volts
Ref Out: T0Pulse
Ext Opt: Force Off
Level: 0.50 Volts
T0Rate: T0Rate:
Enable/Disable Counter
T Counts:
Zero the Counter
9530 Main Menu Structure
The following menus can be accessed by pressing the menu button. The first menu will be the
System Mode Menu. By pressing the menu button again the Clock/Rate Menu will come up. As
the menu button is pressed again the next menus will be entered in the order seen below. Once
the last menu is reached pressing the menu button will start the menus over at the System Mode
Menu. All of the values in the fields below are the defaults; this is what the menus will look like
when the system is first powered up, or if a recall 0 command is entered.
System Mode Menu
Clock/Rate Menu
Counter Menu
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Interface: RS – 232
Baud Rate: 115200
Echo: Disabled
Auto: Enabled
Mark: .
LCD: 4
Key Rate: 50 ms
Key Volume: 10
Press the Page Button
Change System Serial Interface Modes
Interface: Ethernet
Auto: Enabled
Mark: .
LCD: 4
Key Rate: 50 ms
Key Volume: 10
Interface: USB
Auto: Enabled
Mark: .
LCD: 4
Key Rate: 50 ms
Key Volume: 10
Store#: Choose the location to store the current settings
Name: The name associated with the current location
The action needed to Store the information
Recall#: Choose the location to restore the settings from
Name: The name associated with the current location
The action needed to Recall the information
Screen to let the user know that there maybe updates
on the Quantum Composers website for their unit
Screen to let the user know that there maybe updates
on the Quantum Composers website for their unit
Model: 9530-1011
Serial #: 00001
Firmware: 1.2.3.0
FPGA Ver: 1.2.0
NSID#: FW 1011
FPGA 1011
System Status #: 3
Press the Page Button
System Configuration Menu
Store Menu
Recall Menu
Auxiliary Menu
System Information Menu
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Enable/Disable Channel
Wid: Set the desired pulse width
Dly: Set the desired delay from
the sync source
Press the Page Button
Change Channel Output Mode
Enable/Disable Channel
Pol: Active High/Low Output
Out: TTL/CMOS
Enable/Disable Channel
Mode: Normal
Enable/Disable Channel
Sync Source: T
0
Wait: 0 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Pol: Active High/Low Output
Out: Adjustable
Ampl: 5.00 Volts
Enable/Disable Channel
Mode: Normal
Enable/Disable Channel
Sync Source: T
0
Wait: 0 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Wid: Set the desired pulse width
Dly: Set the desired delay from
the sync source
Enable/Disable Channel
Wid: Set the desired pulse
width
Dly: Set the desired delay
from the sync source
Press the Page Button
Change Channel Mode
Enable/Disable Channel
Pol: Active High/Low Output
Out: TTL/CMOS
Enable/Disable Channel
Mode: Normal
Enable/Disable Channel
Sync Source: T
0
Wait: 0 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Mode: Single Shot
Enable/Disable Channel
Sync Source: T
0
Wait: 0 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Pol: Active High/Low Output
Out: TTL/CMOS
Enable/Disable Channel
Mode: Burst
Brst: 5 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Sync Source: T
0
Wait: 0 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Pol: Active High/Low Output
Out: TTL/CMOS
Enable/Disable Channel
Wid: Set the desired pulse
width
Dly: Set the desired delay
from the sync source
Enable/Disable Channel
Wid: Set the desired pulse
width
Dly: Set the desired delay
from the sync source
Enable/Disable Channel
Mode: Duty Cycle
On: 4 Pulses
Off: 3 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Sync Source: T
0
Wait: 0 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Pol: Active High/Low Output
Out: TTL/CMOS
Enable/Disable Channel
Wid: Set the desired pulse
width
Dly: Set the desired delay
from the sync source
9530 Channel Menu Structure
The following menus can be accessed by pressing the button marked for the desired channel. The
first menu will be the Channel Menu. By pressing the button marked for the desired channel again
the channels’ advanced menu will be entered. As the channel button is pressed again the original
channel menu will be revisited.
Channel Menu
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Ch: -HGFE DCBAMux: -0000 0001-
Press the Page Button
Change Channel Gate Mode
Enable/Disable Channel
Ch Gate: (Gate Menu)
Ch: -HGFE DCBAMux: -0000 0001-
Enable/Disable Channel
Ch Gate: Disabled
Ch: -HGFE DCBAMux: -0000 0001-
Enable/Disable Channel
Ch Gate: Pulse Inh.
Logic: Active High/Low
Ch: -HGFE DCBAMux: -0000 0001-
Enable/Disable Channel
Ch Gate: Output Inh.
Logic: Active High/Low
Mode: Disabled
Change Trigger Mode
Mode: Triggered
Level: 2.50 Volts
Edge: Rising/Falling Edge
Mode: Disabled
Change Gate Mode
Mode: Pulse Inh.
Level: 2.50 Volts
Logic: Active Low/High
Mode: Output Inh.
Level: 2.50 Volts
Logic: Active Low/High
Mode: (Chan Menu)
Level: 2.50 Volts
Channel Advanced Menu
Trigger Menu
By pressing the Trigger button the trigger menu will be entered.
Trigger Menu
Gate Menu
By pressing the Gate button the gate menu will be entered.
Gate Menu
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T0 Mode:
Parameters:
Continuous
N/A
Single Shot
N/A
Burst
Brst:
‘N’ number of pulses to generated for each T0
pulse
Duty Cycle
On/Off:
‘N’ number of pulses to generated for each T0
pulse / ‘M’ number of pulses to inhibit for each
T0 pulse
T0Rate:
Source: Ext Osc
Rate: 100 MHz
Level: 0.50 Volts
Ref Out: T0Pulse
Source: Int Source
Press the Page Button
Change Clock Sources
Ref Out: T0Pulse
Level: 0.50 Volts
Source: Ext w/ PLL
Rate: 100 MHz
Level: 0.50 Volts
Ref Out: T0Pulse
Ext Opt: Force Off
Level: 0.50 Volts
T0Rate: T0Rate:
Setting System Mode of Operation
By pressing the Menu button the system mode menu can be accessed. The system Mode menu
sets the T0 system timer mode. The mode may be changed by setting the cursor on the mode row
and pressing the up and down key. By pressing the next button while in this menu will allow the
user to change between setting the mode or the parameter. The menu will show the extra set of
parameters (Brst, On & Off) only when they are applicable.
*NOTE: Any mode may be started by either the RUN/STOP key in the internal trigger mode or
armed by the RUN/STOP key and started by an external trigger in the external trigger
mode. In the single shot and burst modes, (internally triggered) the unit disarms itself
at the end of the pulse train. Pressing the RUN/STOP key after the unit has been
disarmed will generate a new pulse train.
Clock/Rate Menu
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Setting the Clock Source and Rate
Source:
Selects the between the internal or external clock source from
which the unit will operate.
Rate:
Sets the T0 period which determines the fundamental output
frequency of the unit.
Level:
When in external mode the level sets the triggering threshold
for the input clock source.
Ref Out:
Selects the source and frequency of the output reference for
synchronizing with the external system components.
Interface: RS–232
Baud Rate: 115200
Echo: Disabled
Auto: Enabled
Mark: .
LCD: 4
Key Rate: 50 ms
Key Volume: 10
Press the Page Button
Change System Serial Interface Modes
Interface: Ethernet
Auto: Enabled
Mark: .
LCD: 4
Key Rate: 50 ms
Key Volume: 10
Interface: USB
Auto: Enabled
Mark: .
LCD: 4
Key Rate: 50 ms
Key Volume: 10
RS-232
115200
USB
38400
Ethernet
115200
The System Clock Parameters can be accessed and changed by entering the Clock/Rate Menu
by pressing the Menu button until that screen is entered. The 9530 has the ability to be synced to
either the internal clock T0 or from an external clock source. When the system is in internal mode
the frequency is set by changing the T0rate. When the system is in external mode the source can
either be with or without PLL, and in either case the input level and frequency must be set.
Setting the Output Reference
System Configuration Menu
Setting System Communication Parameters
The System Communications Parameters can be accessed and changed by entering the System
Configurations Menu by pressing the Menu button until that screen is entered. The 9530 comes
with a standard Ethernet, USB, and RS-232 serial ports. The unit will not respond to computer
commands unless these ports are properly configured. The default Baud Rates for these interfaces
are:
The RS-232 and USB interfaces are Plug-n-Play capable, but the Ethernet requires third party
software to be utilized (see Appendix D).
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Interface:
RS-232, Ethernet, or USB
Baud Rate:
Selects the baud rate for the RS-232 serial interface.
Echo:
Selects whether the unit will echo characters back to the host
computer or not.
Key Rate:
Sets the rate at which the keys will repeat when held down.
Key Vol:
Sets the beep volume for the keypad.
Mark:
Selects the format of the decimal mark to either a “.” or a “,”
LCD:
Adjusts the display brightness.
When in the System Configuration menu only the RS-232 baud rate can be changed, the USB
rate must be varied using the SCPI commands via one of the serial interfaces.
Setting Keypad Parameters
The keypad parameters can be set be entering the system configuration menu, and pressing the
Page button. The rate at which a key will repeat itself when held down may be set. This can be
used to provide a controlled rate at which a parameter is incremented. In addition, the volume of
the beep can be controlled for the keypad.
Setting the Auto Start Mode
The auto start feature can be set be entering the system configuration menu, and pressing the
Page button twice. The unit may be configured to automatically start generating pulses after power
up.
Setting the Display Decimal Mark
The display mark feature can be changed be entering the system configuration menu, and pressing
the Page button twice. The unit may be configured to show either a “.” or a “,” when the parameters
need separation like in the width menus.
Setting the Display Brightness
The display brightness feature can be changed be entering the system configuration menu, and
pressing the Page button twice. The unit may be configured to illuminate the display to varying
brightness. Also with a command that can be found in the SCPI command section the display can
be turned off entirely.
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Store#: Choose the location to store the current settings
Name: The name associated with the current location
The action needed to Store the information
Recall#: Choose the location to restore the settings from
Name: The name associated with the current location
The action needed to Recall the information
Enable/Disable Counter
T Counts:
Zero the Counter
Store Menu
Storing a System Configuration
The store menu can be accessed by pressing the menu button until that screen is entered. Use the
following procedure to store a complete system configuration:
Set all parameters to the desired value.
Select a configuration number and/or a configuration name.
*NOTE: You cannot store to the zero location, as that contains the factory default values.
Label the configuration as desired.
From the Store Menu, press the store button (PAGE) or from one of the serial interfaces
type the save command.
Recall Menu
Recalling System Configurations
The recall menu can be accessed by pressing the menu button until that screen is entered. Use the
following procedure to recall a stored or default system configuration:
Enter the Recall Menu.
Select a configuration number.
From the Recall Menu, press the recall button (PAGE) or from one of the serial
interfaces type the recall command.
*Note: Configuration 0 is the factory default settings.
Counter Menu
Using the Counter Function
The counter menu can be found by pressing the menu button until “Cntr” screen is entered. The
Counter function counts the number of T0 pulses output by the system clock. When the system is in
single shot, Burst, or Duty Cycle mode, the T0 count reflects the number of pulses output by the
unit.
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Model: 9530-1011
Serial #: 00001
Firmware: 1.2.3.0
FPGA Ver: 1.2.0
NSID#: FW 1011
FPGA 1011
System Status #: 3
Press the Page Button
Enable/Disable Channel
Wid: Set the desired pulse width
Dly: Set the desired delay from
the sync source
Press the Page Button
Change Channel Output Mode
Enable/Disable Channel
Pol: Active High/Low Output
Out: TTL/CMOS
Enable/Disable Channel
Mode: Normal
Enable/Disable Channel
Sync Source: T
0
Wait: 0 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Pol: Active High/Low Output
Out: Adjustable
Ampl: 5.00 Volts
Enable/Disable Channel
Mode: Normal
Enable/Disable Channel
Sync Source: T
0
Wait: 0 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Wid: Set the desired pulse width
Dly: Set the desired delay from
the sync source
System Information Menu
Using the System Information Menu
The information menu can be found by pressing the menu button until the information screen is
found. The Information Menu provides all of the pertinent version numbers and serial numbers for
the unit. This information should be readily available when contacting customer service for
troubleshooting help.
Setting Channel Mode of Operation
Channel Menu
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Enable/Disable Channel
Wid: Set the desired pulse
width
Dly: Set the desired delay
from the sync source
Press the Page Button
Change Channel Mode
Enable/Disable Channel
Pol: Active High/Low Output
Out: TTL/CMOS
Enable/Disable Channel
Mode: Normal
Enable/Disable Channel
Sync Source: T
0
Wait: 0 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Mode: Single Shot
Enable/Disable Channel
Sync Source: T
0
Wait: 0 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Pol: Active High/Low Output
Out: TTL/CMOS
Enable/Disable Channel
Mode: Burst
Brst: 5 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Sync Source: T
0
Wait: 0 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Pol: Active High/Low Output
Out: TTL/CMOS
Enable/Disable Channel
Wid: Set the desired pulse
width
Dly: Set the desired delay
from the sync source
Enable/Disable Channel
Wid: Set the desired pulse
width
Dly: Set the desired delay
from the sync source
Enable/Disable Channel
Mode: Duty Cycle
On: 4 Pulses
Off: 3 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Sync Source: T
0
Wait: 0 Pulses
Enable/Disable Channel
Pol: Active High/Low Output
Out: TTL/CMOS
Enable/Disable Channel
Wid: Set the desired pulse
width
Dly: Set the desired delay
from the sync source
Wid:
Sets the channel pulse width.
Dly:
Sets the channel delay until the active edge
Pol:
Sets the pulse polarity, active high or active low
Out:
Selects the output mode, TTL/CMOS or Adjustable
Ampl:
Sets the output voltage when the channel is in Adjustable mode.
Enabling Channel Output
The channel menu can be found by pressing the desired channel button. At the top of each of
the channel menu page is a parameter to enable or disable th e channel. Each channel may be
individually controlled.
Setting the Channel Timing Parameters
To define a pulse requires two parameters: the delay to the active edge and the width of the pulse.
Setting Pulse Output Configuration
The channel output configuration parameters can be changed by entering the channel menu
and pressing the page button to find the output screen. The 9530 supports two types of outputs:
a high speed TTL/CMOS compatible output, and for applications which require different voltage
levels or higher current, an adjustable voltage output. The pulses can also be defined to be
active high or active low.
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*Note: All outputs are positive, Active low is a negative going signal not a negative voltage
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