75000 Series C Agilent E8401A and E8403A C-Size VXI Mainframes User and Service Manual Where to Find it - Online and Printed Information This manual is distributed as follows: Agilent Universal Instrument Drivers CD ROM ( included with the mainframe) World Wide Web at http://www.agilent.com/find/products For related information: System installation (hardware/software) ............
Contents Agilent E8401A, E8403A User and Service Manual Edition 2 AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES WARRANTY STATEMENT..................................... 3 U.S. Government Restricted Rights.............................................................................. 3 Safety Symbols ............................................................................................................. 4 WARNINGS.................................................................................................................
Installing the Tinted Acrylic Door (Option 915) ........................................................ 35 Parts List .............................................................................................................. 35 Installing the Intermodule Chassis Shields ................................................................. 37 Parts List .............................................................................................................. 37 Procedure ................................
AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES WARRANTY STATEMENT AGILENT PRODUCT: Agilent E8401A, E8403A C Size VXI Mainframes DURATION OF WARRANTY: 3 years 1. Agilent Technologies warrants Agilent hardware, accessories and supplies against defects in materials and workmanship for the period specified above. If Agilent receives notice of such defects during the warranty period, Agilent will, at its option, either repair or replace products which prove to be defective. Replacement products may be either new or like-new. 2.
Documentation History All Editions and Updates of this manual and their creation date are listed below. The first Edition of the manual is Edition 1. The Edition number increments by 1 whenever the manual is revised. Updates, which are issued between Editions, contain replacement pages to correct or add additional information to the current Edition of the manual. Whenever a new Edition is created, it will contain all of the Update information for the previous Edition.
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Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter contains general information on the operating features of the Agilent E8401A and E8403A C-Size VXI mainframes. The following table lists the differences between these two mainframes: Power Supply (0 °C to 55 °C) 500 W 1000 W Agilent E8401A Mainframe Agilent E8403A Mainframe Basic Monitor Unless otherwise specifically noted, descriptions in this manual relate to both VXI mainframes. The designation Agilent E840xA refers to both VXI mainframes.
Preparing Your VXI System for Use The Agilent E840xA mainframes are shipped from the factory ready to use. This section describes important mainframe installation procedures. AC Power Requirements The Agilent E840xA mainframes can be operated at line voltages of 90 VAC to 264 VAC, and line frequencies of 47 Hz to 66 Hz. The mainframe can also operate at 360 Hz to 440 Hz with line voltages of 90 VAC to 132 VAC. The mainframes ship with a power cord and with a fuse installed in the power supply.
Connecting the Mainframe to a Permanent Earth Ground The mainframe must be connected to a permanent earth ground for line frequencies greater than 66 Hz. This connection is made on the back of the mainframe: 1. Connect a 16 AWG (1.3 mm or larger) wire to the PEM nut shown in Figure 1-1. The wire must be green with a yellow stripe, or bare (no insulation). Use a m4 x 10 screw, grounding lug, and toothed washers (or toothed lug) as shown in the Figure. 2.
Installing VXI Instruments The Agilent E840xA mainframes have 13 slots labeled 0 through 12. Any VXI instrument can be installed in any slot; however, slot 0 is reserved for devices capable of providing the system’s slot 0 functionality.
Installing C-Size Instruments Figure 1-2 shows the installation of C-Size instruments. seat the module by pushing in the extraction levers retaining screws extraction levers slide the module into the mainframe until it plugs into the backplane connectors Figure 1-2. Installing C-Size Instruments in the Agilent E840xA Mainframe WARNING Chapter 1 All instruments within the VXI mainframe are grounded through the mainframe chassis.
Installing A- and B-Size Instruments Figure 1-3 shows the installation of A- and B-size instruments. • Agilent E1403B A/B-size Module Carrier extends the P1 connector on the VXIbus backplane and mounts the (A/B-size) modules flush with C-size modules. This carrier is recommended for Agilent B-size, slave-only devices which have the P1 connector. • Agilent E1407A A/B Module Carrier extends the P1and P2 connectors on the VXIbus backplane.
Front Panel Features Section Power Indicator / Switch Description On Indicator Green - the mainframe is turned on. Standby Indicator Amber - the mainframe is in standby mode; no power is applied to the VXI modules. Voltages Indicator Green - all voltages on the VXI backplane are within ±8% of the VXI specification. Supply Flashing Amber - one or more voltages is out of specification. The backplane voltages and allowed variations are listed below: Voltage +5V +12V -12V +24V -24V -5.
Diagnostic Connector The 25-pin Sub-D diagnostic connector provides access to backplane voltages, power supply and backplane temperatures, and output signals. The pins are described in Table 1-1. Table 1-1. Diagnostic Connector Pin Descriptions Pin # 14 Function Description 1 +5 VM +5V backplane voltage monitor (high impedance). (+4.875 Vdc to +5.125 Vdc) 2 -12 VM -12V backplane voltage monitor (high impedance). (-12.
Chapter 1 +5VC (pin 6) The +5 volt output allows you to power external TTL circuits if required. The maximum current allowed from this supply is 1.0A +12VC (pin 7) The +12 volt output allows you to power external circuits, charge a battery, or power relays if required. The maximum current allowed from this supply is 1.0A +5V STDBY (pins 8, 21) This provides an input to the mainframe backplane for a +5V DC standby power source. This may be from a separate battery or power supply.
Using the Remote Power-On Pins The remote power-on pins (pins 5 and 18) of the Diagnostic Connector allow you to turn the mainframe on and off without using the front panel On/Stdby switch. With the On/Stdby switch in the Stdby (off) position, connecting pin 5 to pin 18 on the diagnostic connector turns the mainframe on. Disconnecting pin 5 from pin 18 turns the mainframe off. 0 Resistor Figure 1-5.
Disabling the On/Stdby Switch The front panel On/Stdby switch is disabled by removing surface mount 0 resistor located on the front monitor board (see Figure 1-6). The resistor is labeled: REM PWR JUMPER. Location of 0 resistor Figure 1-6. Disabling the On/Stdby Switch Caution After removing the 0 resistor, heat damage may prevent the resistor from being re-installed to re-enable the On/Stdby switch. To access the basic monitor board and resistor: 1. Turn off the mainframe and remove the power cord.
4. Remove the 0resistor by heating both sides simultaneously with soldering irons. Separate the resistor from the board by gently pressing the tips of the soldering irons together. 5. Save the resistor in order to re-enable the On/Stdby switch. Again, heat damage may prevent the resistor from being re-installed. 6. Replace the mainframe cover and rear panel. Make certain that all ten mainframe cover screws and all 14 rear panel screws are secured.
Mainframe Options and Accessories Table 1-2.
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Chapter 2 Rack Mounting and Option Installation Chapter Overview This chapter contains procedures for rack mounting the mainframe and for installing the hardware options available with the mainframe. The sections in this chapter include: • Rack Mounting the Agilent E840xA Mainframe . . . . . . . . . • Installing the Cable Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Installing the Tinted Acrylic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Installing the Intermodule Chassis Shields . .
Parts List The parts included with each rack mount adapter option and the support rail and slide rail kits are shown in Table 2-2. Table 2-2.
Rack Mounting the Agilent E840xA using Support Rails This section contains instructions for mounting the Agilent E840xA mainframe in an EIA cabinet using the Agilent E3664A support rail kit. The E3664A kit can be used with any of the rack mount adapter options; however, the E3664A is only compatible with Agilent cabinets. The following procedures apply to all adapters, with adapter-specific information noted where necessary.
2. Using the rack mount adapters as templates, position the adapters on the rack’s vertical rails where the mainframe is to be mounted. Align the adapter holes over the "center" holes of the EIA rack units (Figure 2-2). Note If you are using the Agilent E840xA VXIplug&play Compliant adapters (Option 925), position the adapters such that all three mounting holes are directly over holes on the rack’s vertical rails, and that the adapter flanges cover nine full EIA rack units with no overlap. 3.
4. Attach the support rails to the rack’s inside vertical rails. The support rails must be positioned behind the bottom channel nuts installed in Step 3 (Figure 2-3). Use four channel nuts and the four 0.5x10-32 support rail-to-rack pan head screws to secure the rail. Position Rail Behind Bottom Channel Nut 0.5x10.32 Pan Head screws Figure 2-3.
5. Attach the rack mount adapters to the mainframe using the m5x8 pan head screws provided. To mount the mainframe flush with the rack front, begin with the 3rd hole from the front of the adapter (Figure 2-4). With the standard adapters (Option 923), the mainframe can be recess mounted up to 270.7 mm (10.6 inches), or extended out from the rack up to 147.6 mm (5.8 inches) in 12.3 mm (approximately 1/2 inch) increments.
6. Remove the mainframe feet by lifting the tabs and sliding the feet towards the center of the mainframe. 7. With one person on each side of the mainframe, lift the mainframe onto the support rails. Slide the mainframe into the rack until the rack mount adapter flanges are against the rack’s vertical rails. Secure the mainframe to the rack using the adapter dress screws.
2. Using the rack mount adapters as templates, position the adapters on the rack’s vertical rails where the mainframe is to be positioned. Be sure to align the adapter holes over center holes on the vertical rail (Figure 2-6). Note If you are using the Agilent E840xA VXIplug&play Compliant adapters (Option 925), position the adapters such that all three mounting holes are directly over holes on the rack’s vertical rails, and that the adapter flanges cover nine full EIA rack units with no overlap. 3.
EIA Rack Unit Center Holes Rack Unit Center Hole EIA Rack Unit Center Holes Rack Mount Adapters Figure 2-6. Positioning the Mainframe in the Rack 4. From the bottom channel nut inserted in Step 3, count up four holes. Slide a channel nut over the corresponding hole on the inside vertical rail (Figure 2-7). Install a second channel nut on the inside rail four holes above the first nut. Repeat for the other rail. Install channel nuts on the corresponding holes on the rear inside rails.
Left Vertical Rail (Front) Right Vertical Rail (Front) Channel Nuts On Center Holes Channel Nuts For Rack Slides Four Holes Channel Nuts On Center Holes Figure 2-7. Positioning the Rack Slides (using Option 923 - standard adapters) 5. Remove the chassis section from the intermediate section (Figure 2-8). (The chassis section will be connected to the mainframe in Step 7.) Slide the intermediate section back into the stationary section.
Rack Rear Depress From Back Side To Remove Rack Front Stationary Section Stationary Section Chassis Section (Right Rack Slide Shown) Figure 2-8. Removing the Rack Slide Chassis Section from the Intermediate Section 6. Attach the stationary section to the rack’s front inside rail through the channel nuts. Use two m5x12 flat head screws. Attach the stationary section to the rear inside rail using two m5x12 pan-head screws (Figure 2-9).
7. Attach the rack mount adapters to the mainframe using the eight m5x8 pan head screws provided. To mount the mainframe flush with the rack front, begin with the 3rd hole from the front of the adapter (Figure 2-10). The mainframe can be recess mounted up to 270.7 mm (10.6 inches) in approximately 12.3 mm (1/2 inch) increments. Note that in some recess positions, the front screw attaching the rack slide adapter may have to be removed. 8.
10.Slide the rack slide intermediate sections out from the rack slide stationary sections until they lock into place. With one person on each side, lift the mainframe and slide the chassis sections into the intermediate sections until the chassis sections lock into place. Slide the mainframe into the rack until the rack mount adapter flanges are against the rack’s vertical rails. Secure the mainframe to the rack using the adapter dress screws.
Note If the mainframe is mounted extending out from the rack, install the cable tray with the notched end at the front of the mainframe. 3. If the mainframe will be placed on a bench top, attach the mainframe feet to the cable tray. If the mainframe is to be rack mounted, you can save rack space by leaving the feet off. Select Holes Based on Cable Clearance Required m5x8 Pan Head Screws Holes for Mounting Customer-Supplied Interface Panel Figure 2-11.
Installing the Tinted Acrylic Door (Option 915) This procedure describes how to install the Tinted Acrylic Door on the Agilent E840xA mainframe. The door requires the Standard Adapter Kit (p/n E8400-80923), and is compatible with either the support rail kit (Agilent E3664A) or the rack slide kit (p/n 1494-0411). Parts List The parts included in Option 915 are shown in Table 2-4. Table 2-4.
m5x10 Flat Head Screws m5x10 Flat Head Screws Rubber Door Stop m3x Pan Head Screws Hinge Pins Door Latch Rubber Door Stop Figure 2-12. Installing the Acrylic Door Hinges, Door Stops, and Latch Keeper 4. Slide the mainframe into the rack until the rack mount adapters contact the rack’s vertical rails.Start the dress screws but do not tighten. 5. Install the door assembly by placing the hinges over the hinge pins on the right adapter.
Installing the Intermodule Chassis Shields This procedure describes how to install kit p/n E8400-80919 - Intermodule Chassis Shields in the Agilent E840xA mainframe. The chassis shield is Agilent’s implementation of VXI revision 1.4, specification B.7.3.4 that allows grounded shielding between mainframe slots. The shield is used to isolate VXI modules that generate electromagnetic interference (EMI) at excessive levels, or to protect VXI measurement modules from noise sources.
grounding spring socket VXI module guide chassis shield guide use a small screw driver to secure spring under socket tab Figure 2-13.
Installing the Backplane Connector Shields This procedure describes how to install backplane connector shields (kit p/n E8400-80918 in the Agilent E840xA mainframe. The shields are Agilent’s implementation of VXI revision 1.4, specification B.7.2.3 which ensures compliance with RFI levels specified in standards EN55011 and CISPR11. Note WARNING Parts List A number of VXI instruments require shields for compliance with EN55011 and CISPR11.
Backplane Shields Backplane Shields Backplane Backplane Figure 2-14. Positioning the Backplane Shields on the Connectors 2. To install the screws, firmly press the screw onto a Torx driver. This prevents the screw from falling off as you reach into the mainframe. Placing a sheet of paper under the backplane connectors will catch screws if they fall. 3. Tighten the screws by turning them clockwise. The screws are thread-forming and will go in slowly when you install them the first time.
Agilent E840xA Air Filter Kit An optional air filter kit can be purchased for the Agilent E840xA mainframe. Figure 2-15 shows how to install the kit. 1. Remove the four screws from the rear panel as shown in Figure 2-15. 2. Install the bottom Air Filter Bracket as shown. Use the two pan-head screws included with the Air Filter Kit. 3. Install the Air filter. Carefully place the filter into the bottom bracket. 4. Attach the top bracket to the mainframe. Hand-tighten the thumbscrews; do not over-tighten.
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Chapter 3 Servicing Your Mainframe Chapter Overview This chapter contains information for troubleshooting and replacing selected components of the Agilent E840xA VXI mainframe. This chapter includes the following information: • Problem Isolation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Replacing Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Replacement Power Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Isolating Problems Table 3-1. Isolating Problems Within the Agilent E840xA Mainframe Symptom Action Flashing Voltages Indicator One or more backplane voltages may be out of specification. Check diagnostic connector pins 1, 2, 3, 4, 14,15,16. Check for a loose cable between the basic monitor assembly and the backplane. Replace power supply if any voltage remains out of specification. Flashing Temperature Indicator Power supply temperature is high. Mainframe is nearing automatic shutdown.
Removing the Rear Panel from the Mainframe For most service work, you will need to remove the rear panel from the mainframe. Figure 3-1 shows the procedure. 1. Remove the 14 screws from the rear panel. 2. The rear panel hinges at it top; rotate the panel upward. Pull the panel out from the mainframe. 3. To replace the panel, insert the three tabs into the slots at the top of the mainframe. Rotate the panel down until it is flush against the mainframe. Replace all 14 screws. Figure 3-1.
Removing the Mainframe Cover 1. Turn off the mainframe and remove the power cord. 2. Remove the rear panel. Refer to “Removing the Rear Panel from the Mainframe” on page 45 for instructions. 3. Remove the mainframe cover by removing the ten m3x6 flat head torx screws (five on each side of the mainframe). Refer to Figure 3-2. Remove 5 screws from each side. Figure 3-2.
Replacing the Basic Monitor Board 1. Turn off the mainframe and remove the power cord. 2. Remove the rear panel. Refer to “Removing the Rear Panel from the Mainframe” on page 45 for instructions. 3. Remove the mainframe cover by removing the ten m3x6 flat head torx screws (five on each side of the mainframe). Refer to Figure 3-3. Figure 3-3. Removing the Basic Monitor Board 4. Remove the two male/female standoffs connecting the Diagnostic connector to the mainframe chassis. 5.
Replacing the Agilent E8401A Power Supply 1. Turn off the mainframe and remove the power cord. 2. Remove the rear panel. Refer to “Removing the Rear Panel from the Mainframe” on page 45 for instructions. 3. Gently pull the supply out from the connectors on the backplane adapter board. Figure 3-4. Removing the Agilent E8401A Power Supply 4. Install the exchange power supply. Keep the replacement power supply to the far right in the mainframe.
Replacing the Agilent E8403A Power Supply 1. Turn off the mainframe and remove the power cord. 2. Remove the rear panel. Refer to “Removing the Rear Panel from the Mainframe” on page 45 for instructions. 3. Using the rings on the power supply, gently pull the supply out from the plastic connectors on the backplane adapter board. Do not carry the supply using the rings. Figure 3-5. Removing the Agilent E8403A Power Supply 4. Install the exchange power supply.
Replacing the Impeller 1. Turn off the mainframe and remove the power cord. 2. Remove the rear panel. Refer to “Removing the Rear Panel from the Mainframe” on page 45 for instructions. 3. Disconnect the impeller wires from the backplane by gently pulling down on the wire housing (Figure 3-6). Note the position of the connector for re-installation. Caution Static sensitive components on the mainframe backplane are exposed when the impeller cover is removed.
6. Install the replacement impeller assembly by lining up the horizontal slots on the bottom of the impeller assembly with the raised edges on the mainframe. Slide the impeller assembly into the mainframe until the impeller housing is over the screw locators. 7. Reconnect the impeller wires to the adapter board. Tighten the impeller screws into the screw locators. 8. Replace the rear panel. Make certain that all 14 screws are secured.
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Appendix A Agilent E8401A, E8403A Product Specifications Product Descriptions Model Description Power Supply Monitoring Agilent E8401A 13-Slot C-size VXI Mainframe 500W Available Power Basic Monitoring Agilent E8403A 13-Slot C-size VXI Mainframe 1000W Available Power Basic Monitoring General Specifications VXI Device Type: Mainframe Data Transfer Bus: per VXIbus Spec, Rev 1.4 Size: C Slots: 13 available Connectors: P1 / P2 Shared Memory: n/a VXI Busses: per VXIbus Spec, Rev 1.
Output Power Specifications Total Available and Usable Power Product Temperature Available Powera 90-264VAC Usable Powerb 110-264VAC Usable Powerb 90-110VAC E8401A 0-55C 686 W 500 W 500 W E8403A 0-55C 1,902 W 1,000 W 950W a.Sum of voltages times currents. Not always usable due to thermal protection shutdown. b.Total output before thermal protection shutdown or safety limitation.
Output Voltage Specifications Voltage Allowed Variationa Ripple/Noise DC Loada Induced Ripple/Noisea +5V +0.25V / –0.125V 50mV 50mV +12V +0.60V / –0.36V 50mV 50mV -12V –0.60V / +0.36V 50mV 50mV +24V +1.20V / –0.72V 150mV 150mV -24V –1.20V / +0.72V 150mV 150mV -5.2V –0.26V / +0.156V 50mV 50mV -2V –0.10V / +0.10V 50mV 50mV a.Specifications apply at the backplane, 0-55C.
Mains Power Installation Category II +5VSTDBY: Power may be provided by the user to the +5VSTDBY bus on the VXI backplane. Current: 1A Max Voltage Range: 5.25V Max, 4.875V Min Connector: Pins 8 and 21 of the Diagnostic Connector. Chassis Ground Connection:M4 x 0.7 threaded nut insert on rear panel. Cooling Specifications High performance impeller provides cooling air to modules.
24.0 18.0 Pressure Drop Across Module (mm H20) 12.0 Worst Slot 6.0 0.0 5.0 10.0 15.0 20.0 25.0 Airflow Through Module (liters/sec) • All other slots blocked. Airflow decreases as additional slots are opened. • Performance shown for Worst Slot (slot 2). Airflow is greater in all other slots. • Fans on Full Speed. Minimum airflow is approximately 50% with fans on Variable Speed. • Air Filter Kit not installed. Airflow is reduced approximately 10% with clean air filters installed.
Airflow Path Inlet through rear and exhaust through upper sides for both power supply and modules. Allow 50mm clearance for proper airflow. Air Filter Kit available for demanding environmental applications. Acoustical Noise Specifications Low Fan Speed:41.4 dBA sound pressure at bystander position, 1m in front of mainframe. High Fan Speed:54.9 dBA sound pressure at bystander position, 1m in front of mainframe.
Diagnostic Connector • Output all 7 backplane voltages for monitoring • Output +5V and +12V for remote applications. 1A max each. • Input +5VSTDBY to backplane. 1A max total for pins 5 and 18 wired in parallel. • Remotely operate On/Standby • Power supply temperature output. 0mV = 0C, 10mV per C. • Reference temperature output. 0mV = 0C, 10mV per C. • Fans OK output, same as Fans indicator. TTL low true logic levels. • Backplane voltages OK output. TTL low true logic levels.
Electromagnetic Compliance Specifications Conducted Emissions Conforms to EN55011, CISPR11, Group 1 Class A Conforms to EN61000-3-2, IEC 1000-3-2, Class A, Harmonic Current Conforms to EN61000-3-3, IEC 1000-3-3, Class A, Voltage Fluctuation and Flicker Conducted Immunity Conforms to EN50082-1, IEC 1000-4-4, Fast Transients Immunity Conforms to EN61000-4-5, IEC 1000-4-5, Surge Immunity Conforms to ENV50141, IEC 1000-4-6, Conducted Immunity Conforms to EN61000-4-11, IEC 1000-4-11 Voltage Dips & Interruptions
Power Supply Protection Repair All outputs protected from over-temperature, over-voltage, over-current, short-to-ground and short-to-other-output. Protection mode is full shutdown. Recovery occurs when the fault condition is removed and power of on/standby is cycled. Diagnosis and Troubleshooting through the front panel monitor and connector.
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Index Symbols +5V STDBY, 15 A AC power requirements, 8 Accessories, mainframe, 19 ACFAIL*, 15 Acoustical Noise Specifications, 58 acrylic door installation, 35 Airflow Path, 58 assembly failures, 43 assembly replacement basic monitor board, 47 power supply, 48, 49 replacing the impeller, 50 G General Specifications, 53 grounded shielding, 37 grounding the mainframe, 9 I Input Power Requirements, 55 installing the backplane connector shields, 39 installing the cable tray, 33 installing the intermodule ch
R rack mounting acrylic door installation, 35 cable tray installation, 33 slide rails, 27 support rails, 23 rack mounting the HP E8400A mainframe, 21 remote power-on pins, 16 Replacement Power Cords, 51 replacing the basic monitor board, 47 replacing the impeller, 50 replacing the power supply, 48, 49 restricted rights statement, 3 S slide rails, 27 Specifications, 53 Acoustical Noise, 58 Airflow Path, 58 Backplane, 58 Basic Monitor, 58 Cooling, 56 dynamic and Peak Current, 54 Environmental, 59 General,
