Tektronix VX4428 User Manual

User Manual

VX4428
Quad ARINC-429
Transmitter/Receiver Module

070-9145-04

This document supports firmware version 1.00
and above.

Warning

The servicing instructions are for use by qualified
personnel only. To avoid personal injury, do not
perform any servicing unless you are qualified to
do so. Refer to the Safety Summary prior to
performing service.

Copyright E T ektronix, Inc. All rights reserved.
T ektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign patents, issued and pending. Information in this publication supercedes

that in all previously published material. Specifications and price change privileges reserved.
Printed in the U.S.A.
T ektronix, Inc., P.O. Box 1000, Wilsonville, OR 97070–1000
TEKTRONIX and TEK are registered trademarks of T ektronix, Inc.

WARRANTY

T ektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three
(3) years from the date of shipment. If any such product proves defective during this warranty period, T ektronix,
at its option, either will repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a
replacement in exchange for the defective product.

In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify Tektronix of the defect before the expiration
of the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. Customer shall be
responsible for packaging and shipping the defective product to the service center designated by T ektronix, with
shipping charges prepaid. Tektronix shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to a
location within the country in which the T ektronix service center is located. Customer shall be responsible for
paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products returned to any other locations.

This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate
maintenance and care. T ektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage
resulting from attempts by personnel other than T ektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product;
b) to repair damage resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible equipment; or c) to service a
product that has been modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such modification or
integration increases the time or difficulty of servicing the product.

THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT IN LIEU OF
ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS
DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
P ARTICULAR PURPOSE. TEKTRONIX’ RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE
PRODUCTS IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO THE CUSTOMER FOR
BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IRRESPECTIVE OF
WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES.

EC Declaration of Conformity

We

Tektronix Holland N.V.
Marktweg 73A
8444 AB Heerenveen
The Netherlands

declare under sole responsibility that the

VX4428 and VX4428F and all options

meets the intent of Directive 89/336/EEC for Electromagnetic Compatibility.
Compliance was demonstrated to the following specifications as listed in the Official
Journal of the European Communities:

EN 55011 Class A Radiated and Conducted Emissions
EN 50081-1 Emissions:

EN 60555-2 AC Power Line Harmonic Emissions

EN 50082-1 Immunity:

IEC 801-2 Electrostatic Discharge Immunity
IEC 801-3 RF Electromagnetic Field Immunity
IEC 801-4 Electrical Fast Transient/Burst Immunity
IEC 801-5 Power Line Surge Immunity

To ensure compliance with EMC requirements this module must be installed in a
mainframe which has backplane shields installed which comply with Rule B.7.45 of
the VXIbus Specification. Only high quality shielded cables having a reliable,
continuous outer shield (braid & foil) which has low impedance connections to
shielded connector housings at both ends should be connected to this product.

Table of Contents

Section 1
General Information and Specifications

Introduction 1-1......................................................................

Controls And Indicators 1 - 5............................................................

Switches 1-5....................................................................

LEDs 1-6.......................................................................

Destination Selection Relays 1 - 8...................................................

Fuses 1-8.......................................................................

BITE (BuiltĆIn Test Equipment) 1 - 10.....................................................

Glossary 1-10........................................................................

Specifications 1-12....................................................................

Section 2
Preparation For Use

Installation Requirements And Cautions 2 - 1..............................................

Installation Procedure 2 - 2..............................................................

Installation Checklist 2-4...............................................................

Section 3
Operation

Introduction 3-1......................................................................

PowerĆup 3-1.........................................................................

Transmitter Operation 3 - 1..............................................................

Data Transmission Format 3 - 2.....................................................

Header Word 3 - 2.............................................................

ARINC Data Word 3 - 13........................................................

ARINCĆ429 Bus Data Transmission Order 3 - 14...................................

ControllerĆtoĆModule Data Transmission Order 3- 15................................

InĆProgress Updates 3 - 16.....................................................

Interrupt Generation 3 - 16.........................................................

Trigger Output Generation 3 - 17....................................................

System Commands 3 - 17..........................................................

Module Commands 3 - 17..........................................................

Command Syntax 3 - 17........................................................

Summary 3-18...............................................................

Command Descriptions 3 - 20..................................................

Receiver Operation 3-44...............................................................

Activity Modes 3 - 45..............................................................

Monitor Mode 3 - 45...........................................................

SelectĆlabels Monitor Mode 3 - 46...............................................

LimitĆcheck Mode 3 - 46........................................................

AllĆlabel Mode 3 - 47...........................................................

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Formats 3-47....................................................................

Loading Labels and Secondary Mode Bytes 3 - 47................................

Label Byte Format 3 - 48.......................................................

Secondary Mode Byte Format 3 - 48.............................................

Limit Byte Format 3 - 49........................................................

Label/Data Read Format 3 - 50..................................................

Error Byte 3-51...............................................................

33ĆBit Errors 3 - 51............................................................

TimeĆStamp Bytes 3 - 52.......................................................

Data Access 3-53................................................................

Modes 3-53.................................................................

Termination Characters 3 - 54...................................................

Termination of Input with the System Controller 3 - 55..............................

Trigger Output Generation 3 - 57................................................

System Commands 3 - 57..........................................................

Module Commands 3 - 57..........................................................

Command Syntax 3 - 57........................................................

Summary 3-58...............................................................

Command Order 3 - 60........................................................

Command Descriptions 3 - 64..................................................

SYSFAIL, Self Test, and Initialization 3 - 103...............................................

Section 4
Programming Examples

Definition of Data Sent and Received 4 - 2................................................

Programming Example In BASIC 4 - 2....................................................

Example 1: Transmitter Trigger I/O 4 - 4..............................................

Example 2: REceiver Monitor Mode 4 - 10............................................

Example 3: Receiver LimitĆCheck MOde 4 - 14........................................

Example 4: Receiver and Transmitter Loopback SelfĆTest 4 - 19.........................

Appendices

Appendix A - VXIbus Operation A - 1....................................................

Appendix B - Input/Output Connections A - 5.............................................

Appendix C - VXI Glossary A - 7........................................................

Appendix D - User Service A - 15........................................................

Appendix E - Option 10 A - 17..........................................................

Appendix F - Binary Transfer A - 23.....................................................

Appendix G - Performance Verification Procedure A - 25...................................

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Appendix E

List of Tables

Table 1: Standard Header Word Format for the VX4428 Transmitter 3 - 4......................

Table 2: Extended Header Word Format for the VX4428 Transmitter 3 - 7......................

Table 3: Transmission Order for ARINC Data Words 3 - 13...................................

Table 4: Order of Data Transmission from System Controller to Module 3 - 15..................

Table 5: Secondary Capture Modes 3 - 49................................................

Table 6: TimeĆstamp Value 3 - 53........................................................

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General Safety Summary

Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to
this product or any products connected to it. To avoid potential hazards, use this
product only as specified.

Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.

While using this product, you may need to access other parts of the system. Read
the General Safety Summary in other system manuals for warnings and cautions
related to operating the system.

Ground the Product. This product is indirectly grounded through the grounding
conductor of the mainframe power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding
conductor must be connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the
input or output terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly
grounded.

Observe All Terminal Ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings
and marking on the product. Consult the product manual for further ratings
information before making connections to the product.

The common terminal is at ground potential. Do not connect the common
terminal to elevated voltages.

Symbols and Terms

Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels

removed.

Use Proper Fuse. Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this product.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components

when power is present.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage to this

product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.

Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry .
Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the manual’s installation instructions for

details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.

T erms in this Manual. These terms may appear in this manual:

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WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result
in injury or loss of life.

CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in
damage to this product or other property.

T erms on the Product. These terms may appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the

marking.
WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you read the

marking.
CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
Symbols on the Product. The following symbols may appear on the product:

WARNING

High Voltage

Protective Ground

(Earth) T erminal

CAUTION

Refer to Manual

Double

Insulated

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Service Safety Summary

Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures. Read this Service
Safety Summary and the General Safety Summary before performing any service

procedures.
Do Not Service Alone. Do not perform internal service or adjustments of this

product unless another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is
present.

Disconnect Power. To avoid electric shock, disconnect the main power by means
of the power cord or, if provided, the power switch.

Use Care When Servicing With Power On. Dangerous voltages or currents may
exist in this product. Disconnect power, remove battery (if applicable), and
disconnect test leads before removing protective panels, soldering, or replacing
components.

To avoid electric shock, do not touch exposed connections.

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VXIbus Radiated Emissions:

VXIbus Conducted Emissions: