PXIS-2719 19-Slot Smart PXI Chassis with 700 W AC Power Suppl User’s Manual Manual Rev. 2.00 Revision Date: July 30, 2008 Part No: 50-17029-1000 Advance Technologies; Automate the World.
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Using this manual Audience and scope This manual guides you when using the portable ADLINK PXI chassis. This manual is intended for system integrators, computer programmers, and hardware engineers with advanced knowledge of PXI/cPCI systems and PXI-based data acquisition. How this manual is organized This manual is organized as follows: Chapter 1 Introduction: This chapter introduces the PXIS2719 chassis including its features, specifications, and package contents.
Conventions Take note of the following conventions used throughout the manual to make sure that you perform certain tasks and instructions properly. NOTE Additional information, aids, and tips that help you perform particular tasks. IMPORTANT Critical information and instructions that you MUST perform to complete a task. WARNING Information that prevents physical injury, data loss, module damage, program corruption etc. when trying to complete a particular task.
Table of Contents Table of Contents..................................................................... i List of Tables.......................................................................... iii List of Figures ........................................................................ iv 1 Introduction ........................................................................ 1 1.1 1.2 1.3 Features............................................................................... 3 Specifications.............
3.4 Installing Peripheral Modules ........................................ 27 Powering Up the System .............................................. 29 Software Installation........................................................... 31 OS Installation .............................................................. 31 Install the Chassis Description File (chassis.ini) ........... 31 4 Remote Management........................................................ 33 4.1 4.2 Installing the Monitor Utility ........
List of Tables Table 1-1: DC Output ................................................................. 4 Table 3-1: 10 MHz Reference Clock Settings ..........................
List of Figures Figure 2-1: PXI Bus Signal Routing ...........................................
1 Introduction The ADLINK PXIS-2719 is a 3U PXI chassis with abundant advanced features. The PXIS-2719 is compliant with PXI and CompactPCI specifications and provides one system slot and eighteen peripheral slots. It is designed to meet or exceed the requirements of large capacity, wide operating temperature range, uniformity of heat dissipation and exceptional chassis weight and robustness. The PXIS-2719 also offers an intelligent chassis control feature to manage the chassis status.
The PXIS-2719 comes with an Industrial-grade 700 W AC power supply to provide reliable power to the system, as well as a BNC connector for an external 10 MHz reference clock input, front panel LEDs, and easy-access PXI/CompactPCI slots with card guides for convenient installation and use. It is designed to accommodate a 3-slot PXI controller. ADLINK PXI-3950/3920/3910 PXI controllers are highly recommended.
1.1 Features X PXI Specification Rev. 2.
1.2 Specifications PXIS-2719 complies with the PXI Specification Rev. 2.2 and accepts modules compliant with the CompactPCI and PICMG 2.0 specification Power Supply AC Input Input voltage range 90 to 264 VAC full range Input voltage frequency 47 to 63 Hz Input current rating 12 A for 115 VAC 6 A for 230 VAC DC Output Total DC power output VDC Minimum Maximum +5V 2.5 A 50.0 A 700W Load Line Maximum Regulation Regulation Ripple & Noise ±4% ±1% 60 mV +12V 1.0A 32.0 A ±5% ±1% 100 mV +3.3V 1.
Acoustic Emissions Sound Pressure Level1 (dBA) (measured at operator position) Minimum fan speed 49.7 dB Maximum fan speed 57.7 dB Tested in Accordance with ISO 7779:1999/Amd.1:2003(E) Sound Power (dBA) Minimum fan speed 59.8 dB Maximum fan speed 69.1 dB Tested in Accordance with ISO 7779:1999/Amd.1:2003(E) Physical Number of PXI slots 19 (1 system slot + 18 peripheral slots) Dimensions 444 mm (W) x 178 mm (H) x 455 mm (D) Weight 13.4 kg (29.
Shock and Vibration Functional shock 30 G, half-sine, 11 ms pulse duration Random Vibration Operating 5 to 500 Hz, 0.31 Grms, 3 axes Nonoperating 5 to 500 Hz, 2.
1.3 Unpacking Checklist Before unpacking, check the shipping carton for any damage. If the shipping carton and/or contents are damaged, inform your dealer immediately. Retain the shipping carton and packing materials for inspection. Obtain authorization from your dealer before returning any product to ADLINK. Check if the following items are included in the package.
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2 Chassis Overview This chapter illustrates each functional part of the PXIS-2719 and its dimensions. The PXI backplane in the PXIS-2719 is also described. 2.1 Chassis Description 2.1.1 PXIS-2719 Front View Standby/Power Switch Alarm Reset Button Power LED Fan LED Temperature LED Foot Stands System Slot Peripheral Slots LED Indicators LED Power (Blue) Chassis Overview Status On DC voltages are supplied normally. Off No DC power is supplied. Blinking 5 V or 3.
Fan (Green) Temp (Amber) Fans are operating normally. The system is off. Chassis temThe system is perature is noroff. mal Any of the fans is operating in a speed lower than 500 RPM Chassis temperature exceeds 50°C Alarm Reset Button The alarm reset button enables you to stop the chassis alarm buzzer during an error or critical system event. To stop the alarm, press the alarm reset button. 2.1.
2.1.3 PXIS-2719 Left View Handle Screw Holes for Rack-mounting Kit 2.1.
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2.2 Chassis Dimensions 2.2.1 PXIS-2719 Dimension (Front) 2.2.
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2.3 Backplane overview 2.3.1 Interoperability with CompactPCI PXIS-2719 is designed to be used with both PXI-compatible products and standard CompactPCI products. Its backplanes is compliant with PXI Specification Rev. 2.2. The signals on the P1 connector of the backplane meet the requirements of the CompactPCI specification for both the peripheral and system modules. The PXI-specific signals are located on P2.
2.3.4 Peripheral Slots There are 18 peripheral slots in PXIS-2719 (including the Star Trigger controller slot). Each peripheral slot can accommodate a 3U PXI/CompactPCI peripheral module. Note: DO NOT install a 3U CompactPCI module with rear I/O function in the PXIS-2719 chassis.
2.3.6 Trigger Bus The trigger bus is a 8-lines bus that connects all PXI slots in the same PCI segment. The trigger bus can be used to provide intermodule synchronization mechanism. PXI modules can transmit trigger or clock signals to one another through trigger bus, allowing precisely timed responses to asynchronous external events the system is monitoring or controlling. 2.3.
3 Installation This chapter describes the procedures to set up the PXI chassis, install the PXI system controller and peripheral modules, and power up the system. It also provides information on cooling considerations, rack-mounting, and installing proper driver/software. 3.1 Cooling Consideration The PXIS-2719 implements the forced air-cooling mechanism to provide efficient and uniform heat dissipation.
3.2 Rack Mounting ADLINK provides an optional rack-mount kit to install the PXIS2719 into a rack. The rack-mount kit can flexibly recess the PXIS2719 in the rack to accommodate external mechanical parts on the front side, such as cables and mass interconnect modules.
To assemble the rack-mount kit and mount the PXIS-2719 in a rack: 1. Remove the handle on the left side ( ). 1-1.
1-2. Loosen the handle screws 2. Remove the four rubber foot stands on the right side ( ). 3. Install the handle ( ) to the mounting bracket ( using two M4 screws supplied. ) 4. Install the mounting brackets ( ) to the side of the chassis using two M4 screws supplied. You can adjust the position of mounting brackets to recess the chassis in the rack at any distance. 5. Install the chassis in the rack using eight screws (not included).
3.3 Hardware Installation 3.3.1 Selecting 10 Mhz Reference Clock Source The 10 MHz reference clock is an important mechanism in PXI specification for inter-module synchronization. PXI modules which have phase-locker loop circuit can lock the 10 MHz reference clock to generate an in-phase timebase.
3.3.2 Installing the System Controller The PXIS-2719 comes with a system controller slot that supports a PXI system controller of 3-slot width. We recommend the following system controllers for use with the PXIS-2719: X ADLINK PXI-3950 Core 2 Duo PXI controller X ADLINK PXI-3920 Pentium M PXI controller X ADLINK PXI-3910 Celeron M PXI controller To install the system controller: 1. Make sure that the CPU, memory module(s), and storage device(s) are properly installed on the system controller. 2.
5. Pull up the ejector/injector handle until the module is properly connected to the chassis backplane.
6. Fasten the screws on the module front panel, then connect all devices to the system controller.
3.3.3 Installing Peripheral Modules The PXIS-2719 supports up to eighteen PXI/CompactPCI peripheral modules, including a star trigger module. Note: DO NOT install a 3U CompactPCI module with rear I/O function in the PXIS-2719 chassis. To install a peripheral module: 1. Select an available peripheral slot (slot 2 to 19) 2. Push down (loosen) the peripheral module’s ejector/ injector handle, then align the module’s top and bottom edges to the card guides. 3. Carefully slide the modules into the chassis.
4. Pull up the ejector/injector handle until the modules is properly connected to the chassis backplane. 5. Fasten the screws on the module’s front panel. 6. Repeat step 1 to 5 to install another PXI peripheral module. Note: 28 To get better efficiency of heat dissipation, after installing all PXI modules, please install filler plates for unused slots if exists.
3.3.4 Powering Up the System The PXIS-2719 is equipped with a 90 VAC to 264 VAC universal power supply unit that does not require input voltage selection. To power on the chassis, complete the following steps: 1. Connect one end of the supplied power cable to the power connector located at the rear side of the chassis. AC Power Connector Main Power Switch 2. Plug the other end of the AC power cord to a properly grounded wall socket or power strip. 3. Switch the main power switch to the ON (I) position. 4.
Standby Power Switch To power off the chassis, complete the following steps 1. Push the standby power switch. The Power LED (blue), Fan LED (green) and Temperature LED (amber) turn off immediately. 2. And/or switch the main power switch to the OFF (O) position. Note: 30 To protect the PXI modules in the chassis, a frequent ON/ STANDBY switch is not allowed. After you switch the standby power switch, please wait for 3 seconds before operating another ON/STANDBY switch.
3.4 Software Installation 3.4.1 OS Installation Install the operating system that your system controller supports. For more information, refer to the documentation provided by the operating system vendor and the system controller manual. Most operating systems require installation from a floppy or optical disk drive. These devices must be configured, installed, and tested with the supplied drivers before attempting to install a new operating system.
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4 Remote Management The PXIS-2719 chassis provide an advanced remote monitoring and control function. The chassis status, including internal temperature, fan speed, and DC voltages, are exported via a standard RS-232 port located in the rear side allowing you to monitor the system on a remote computer. You may also use a remote computer to turn the system on or off through the monitoring port by sending software commands.
4.1 Installing the Monitor Utility You can find a setup file to install the remote monitoring utility and function library in ADLINK All-in-One CD. To install the monitoring utility: 1. Connect a USB CD-/DVD-ROM drive to the system controller. 2. Place the ADLINK All-in-Once CD in the optical drive. 3. Locate the monitoring utility in this folder: X:\Driver Installation\PXI Platform\PXI chassis\PXIS-2719\RemoteMon\ (where X: denotes your CD-ROM drive) 4. Double-click on the Setup.
4.2 Monitoring the PXIS-2719 4.2.1 Using the Monitor Utility ADLINK provides a GUI program (PXISRemoteMonUtil.exe) to monitor the status of PXIS-2719 by a remote computer. To monitor the system using the monitor utility: 1. Make sure you have proper connection between remote monitoring port of PXIS-2719 and a remote computer. 2. Launch the PXISRemoteMonUtil.exe on the remote computer. 3. Select the COM port on the remote computer connected to the PXIS-2719 (COM1, for example).
4. Click Initialize to initialize the COM port. If the COM port is successfully initialized, the RUN button is enabled.
5. Click the RUN to display the chassis temperature, fan speed, and DC voltages. These values automatically update.
6. The Fan Speed Control can be set as Auto (automatically control fan speed according to internal temperature) or Maximum (force the fans to operate in full speed). 7. Click STOP to stop monitoring.
4.2.2 Using the Monitoring/Control Function Library The monitoring/control function library can be used to create a customized program that would monitor and control the PXIS2719. Refer to the data structure and function library below. Data Structure In the library, a data structure is defined to describe the chassis status.
float DC4Reading; BYTE Reserve1; BYTE Reserve2; } ChassisStatus; 40 Remote Management
The variables in the data structure are illustrated below.
Function Reference InitCOM Description Initializes the remote computer COM port connected to the remote monitoring port of the PXIS-2719. Syntax HANDLE InitCOM(LPCSTR com) Parameter com A string denotes the COM port. Can be COM1 ~ COM8. Return Value A handle to the initialized COM port. If the function returns NULL, the initialization of COM port failed.
GetChassisStatus Description Gets the chassis status and stores the status in a ChassisStatus structure. You can invoke this function periodically to update the chassis status. Syntax BOOL GetChassisStatus(HANDLE hCom, ChassisStatus* Status) Parameters hCom The initialized COM port. Status ChassisStatus data structure that stores the chassis status Return Value TRUE if the function succeeded. FALSE if the function failed.
SetChassisPowerOn Description Powers on the PXIS-2719. Syntax BOOL SetChassisPowerOn (HANDLE hCom) Parameter com The initialized COM port. Return Value TRUE if the function succeeded. FALSE if the function failed.
SetChassisPowerOff Description Powers off the PXIS-2719. You should shut down the system controller via the operating system before turning off the chassis power. Syntax BOOL SetChassisPowerOff (HANDLE hCom) Parameter com The initialized COM port. Return Value TRUE if the function succeeded. FALSE if the function failed.
SetFanSpeedMax Description Set fan speed control as Max mode (force the fans to operate in full speed) Syntax BOOL SetFanSpeedMax (HANDLE hCom) Parameter com: An initialized COM port Return Value TRUE if the function succeeded. FALSE if the function failed.
SetFanSpeedAuto Description Set fan speed control as Auto mode (automatically control fan speed according to internal temperature) Syntax BOOL SetFanSpeedAuto (HANDLE hCom) Parameter com: An initialized COM port Return Value TRUE if the function succeeded. FALSE if the function failed.
CloseCOM Description Closes the initialized COM port. Syntax BOOL CloseCOM(HANDLE hCom) Parameter com The initialized COM port. Return Value TRUE if the function succeeded. FALSE if the function failed.
Appendix A Troubleshooting and Maintenance This chapter describes basic troubleshooting techniques, as well as instructions of the maintenance of PXIS-2719 chassis. A.1 Installation Problems Failure to start the system usually results from incorrect installation of the system controller, peripheral modules, and other components. Go through the following checklist before you start up the system. X The system controller is properly installed and secured.
A.2 Basic Troubleshooting Problem System fails to power up There is no video output in the external display Power LED (blue) is blinking Fan LED (green) is blinking 50 What to Do X Check if the power cord is properly plugged into the chassis power connector and wall socket/power strip. X Check if the wall socket/power strip is live. X Check if the main power switch at the back of the chassis is turned on. X Make sure the standby power button at the chassis front panel is turned on.
Problem Temperature LED (amber) is blinking Appendix What to Do X Check if there is a smooth air flow from the outlet apertures. If not, check if adequate clearance for the inlet apertures is provided. X If the temperature of exhausted air is normal (below 50 degrees centigrade) but the temperature LED is still blinking, contact you dealer for further assistance.
A.3 Maintenance Changing the Fan Filter The air inlet fans installed at the bottom of the chassis comes with a filter to prevent dirt and dust from entering the chassis. You need to periodically replace the air filter to maintain good chassis airflow. To change the fan filter: 1. Turn off the chassis, then disconnect all cables connected to the chassis, system controller, and peripheral modules. 2. Lay the chassis upside down in a flat and stable surface.
3. Remove the rubber pad of foot-stand. And loosen the screws for both foot stands. 4. Loosen the six screws to remove the metal plate for inlet apertures.
5. Removing the metal plate exposes the filter. The filter will be visible 6. Replace the old filter with a new one.
7. Replace the metal plate and fasten the screws and foot stand. Handling the Chassis The PXIS-2719 is designed for both rack-mounting and bench-top usage. When you transport or carry the chassis, it is recommended that you use the handle. The handle is designed to carry the weight of the chassis for superior portability and balance. The PXIS-2719 weights 13.4 kg. Please be carefully when moving the chassis to avoid any possible injury.
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Important Safety Instructions Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the documentation before operating the system. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use. X Read these safety instructions carefully. X Keep this user’s manual for future reference. X The equipment should be operated in an ambient temperature between 0°C to 50°C. X The equipment should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label.
X Openings in the chassis are provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover these openings. Make sure there is adequate space around the system for ventilation when setting up the work area. Never insert objects of any kind into the ventilation holes. X To avoid electrical shock, always unplug all power and modem cables from wall outlets before removing the system covers. X The equipment must be serviced by authorized technicians when: X 58 Z The power cord or plug is damaged.
