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Getting Started 9Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Chapter Overview
Chapter contents are:
• Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
• Initial Mainframe Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
• Installing VXI Instruments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
• Front Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Product Overview
The E8408A VXI mainframe is designed in full compliance with VXIbus
specification revision 1.4 and VMEbus system specification revision C.1.
The mainframe has three configurations: Standard, Portable, and Rack
Mount.
• The Standard Configuration consists of the 4-slot C-size mainframe
with front panel monitor, protective bumpers and a carrying handle.
Optional filler panels and shields can be added to the Standard
Configuration.
The Standard Configuration also includes Option 001 that provides
more current from the -5.2V source. This option allows the mainframe
to be used for VXI modules that require more current, such as the
E1430, E1437, E1438, and E1439 digitizers.
• The Portable Configuration consists of the Standard Configuration
plus a carrying strap and an accessory pouch to carry a laptop PC,
cables, etc. when transporting the mainframe.
• The Rack Mount Configuration consists of the Standard
Configuration with the protective bumpers and carrying handle
removed. For this configuration, the mainframe can be rack mounted
using the Rack Mount/Cable Route Adapter Kit with either the Rack
Slide Kit or the Support Rail Kit.
Figure 1-1 shows the options and accessories available for the E8408A
mainframe. See
Appendix A - E8408A Product Specifications for
description and part numbers for mainframe and accessories options.