VXI Computer Hardware VX1410A User Manual

Instruction Manual  
VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrameR  
VXIbus Mainframes  
070-9645-01  
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.  
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WARRANTY  
Tektronix warrants that the products that it manufactures and sells will be free from defects in materials and workmanship  
for a period of three (3) years from the date of shipment. If a product proves defective during this warranty period,  
Tektronix, 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 Tektronix, 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  
Tektronix 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. Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage resulting  
from attempts by personnel other than Tektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product; b) to repair  
damage resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible equipment; c) to repair any damage or malfunction  
caused by the use of non-Tektronix supplies; or d) 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 IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR  
IMPLIED. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF  
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR 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.  
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TEKTRONIX SERVICE OPTIONS  
Tektronix offers the following service options. These options are modular,  
flexible, and easy to order with your instrument. Designed to support tracking  
of calibration to requirements of ISO9000, and to provide for extended repair  
coverage, these options help fix your long-term maintenance costs and elimi-  
nate unplanned expenditures.  
Three years of calibration services  
Five years of calibration services  
Five years repair coverage  
Option C3  
Option C5  
Option R5  
Provides initial Certification on delivery, plus  
two more annual calibrations from your ser-  
vice center  
Provides initial Certification on delivery, plus  
four more annual calibrations from your ser-  
vice center  
Provides Five years of repair coverage for the  
instrument, including displays and accessories  
sold with the instrument  
Tektronix Service Options are available at the time you order your instrument.  
Contact your local Tektronix Sales Office for more information.  
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Table of Contents  
General Safety Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
ix  
Service Safety Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Contacting Tektronix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
xi  
xiv  
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Service Offerings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
xv  
xv  
Getting Started  
Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Standard Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Selecting the Correct Power Cord and Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Functional Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
1–1  
1–4  
1–5  
1–6  
1–6  
1–20  
1–25  
Operating Basics  
Reference  
Enhanced Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
2–2  
Passive Monitor Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Enhanced Monitor RS-232 Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Backplane Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Enhanced Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
3–1  
3–4  
3–5  
3–9  
Command Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Display Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Status Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
System Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Test Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
VXI Monitor Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
IEEE 488.2 Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
3–13  
3–13  
3–13  
3–16  
3–19  
3–19  
3–20  
Syntax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
SCPI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Command Syntax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Command Headers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Parameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Message Terminator and Message Separator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Entering Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Command Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Abbreviating Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Combining Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
DISPlay Subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
DISPlay:WINDow:TEXT:DATA? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Syntax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
3–21  
3–21  
3–21  
3–22  
3–22  
3–24  
3–24  
3–24  
3–24  
3–25  
3–27  
3–28  
3–28  
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Related Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
DISPlay:TEXT:MARQuee? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Syntax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Related Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
3–28  
3–29  
3–29  
3–29  
3–29  
STATus Subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
3–31  
SYSTem Subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–111  
TEST Subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–149  
VXIMonitor Subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–155  
IEEE 488.2 Common Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–161  
Status and Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–173  
Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–183  
Example 1: Monitor Power Supply Voltages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Example 2: Monitor the Delta Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Example 3: Summarize Status Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Example 4: Monitor the Power Supply Currents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Example 5: VXIMonitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
3–183  
3–183  
3–184  
3–184  
3–184  
Specifications  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
4–1  
Performance Verification  
Equipment Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
DC Voltage Regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
DC Load Ripple and Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
5–1  
5–1  
5–2  
Theory of Operation  
IntelliFrame Mainframe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Mainframe with Option 1M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
6–1  
6–3  
Adjustment Procedures  
Adjustment Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
7––1  
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Service Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Inspection and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Interior Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Exterior Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Cleaning the Fan or Blower Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Removal and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Procedure 1: Removing the Mainframe Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Procedure 2: Removing the Fan or Blower Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Procedure 3: Removing the Enhanced Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Procedure 4: Removing the Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Procedure 5: Removing the Card Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Procedure 6: Replacing the Top and Bottom Nut Rails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
8–1  
8–1  
8–1  
8–2  
8–2  
8–2  
8–3  
8–4  
8–4  
8–5  
8–6  
8–10  
8–12  
8–12  
8–15  
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Procedure 7: Removing the Temperature Sense Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
8–16  
8–17  
8–18  
8–19  
8–21  
8–21  
8–21  
8–21  
Procedure 8: Removing the Front Panel Display Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Procedure 9: Removing the EMI DIN shields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Procedure 10: Removing the Backplane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Troubleshooting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Diagnostic Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Fault Isolation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Replaceable Parts  
Appendices  
Parts Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
IntelliFrameR mainframe Common Replaceable Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Using the Replaceable Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
9–1  
9–2  
9–3  
Appendix A: Power Budget Worksheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
A–1  
Appendix B: Special Configuration Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Remote Power Switch Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Front Panel SYSReset Cable Connector Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Enhanced Monitor Board Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
B–1  
B–1  
B–3  
B–4  
Appendix C: SCPI Conformance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
C–1  
Glossary  
Index  
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List of Figures  
Figure 1–1: Power cord identification chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 1–2: Install Option 1U cable tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 1–3: Install Option 1U cable tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 1–4: Install Option 2U cable tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 1–5: Install Option 2U cable tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 1–6: Installing the rackmount kit hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 1–7: Assembling the slide-out track assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . .  
1–6  
1–8  
1–9  
1–10  
1–11  
1–14  
1–15  
Figure 1–8: Vertical clearance for rack installation  
(standard mainframe) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
1–16  
1–17  
Figure 1–9: Installing the slide-out track assemblies  
in the rack (Top view) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 1–10: R1 or R2 rackmounting screw  
positions (front view). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
1–18  
1–19  
1–21  
1–22  
Figure 1–11: Installing the rackmount door (Option 2R) . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 1–12: Installing the empty slot panel fillers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 1–13: Locations of safety and chassis ground connections . . .  
Figure 1–14: Installing the EMI intermodule shield and  
front panel EMI fillers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
1–23  
1–24  
Figure 1–15: Logical address switch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 2–1: Front view of the VX1410A  
IntelliFrame Mainframe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
2–1  
2–2  
2–3  
2–4  
Figure 2–2: Partial front view of a VX1410A with Option 1M . . . . . .  
Figure 2–3: Rear view of a IntelliFrame Mainframe . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 2–4: Rear view of the Enhanced Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 3–1: Passive monitor connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 3–2: RS-232 connector pinout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 3–3: Tree hierarchy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 3–4: Command header . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 3–5: Command header with parameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 3–6: DISPlay subsystem hierarchy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 3–7: STATus subsystem hierarchy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
3–1  
3–4  
3–22  
3–22  
3–22  
3–27  
3–31  
Figure 3–8: SYSTem subsystem hierarchy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–111  
Figure 3–9: TEST subsystem hierarchy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–149  
Figure 3–10: VXIMonitor subsystem hierarchy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–155  
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Figure 3–11: SCPI and IEEE status and event registers . . . . . . . . . . . 3–174  
Figure 3–12: VXI Interrupt Monitor status register . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–175  
Figure 3–13: VXI Monitor status register . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–175  
Figure 3–14: VXI TTL Trigger Monitor status register . . . . . . . . . . . 3–176  
Figure 3–15: Power status register . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–177  
Figure 3–16: Current Status register . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–177  
Figure 3–17: Voltage status register . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–178  
Figure 3–18: Temperature status register . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–178  
Figure 3–19: Blower status register . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–179  
Figure 4–1: Mainframe cooling curve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
4–6  
4–11  
4–12  
4–12  
4–13  
6–2  
Figure 4–2: Front view and side view of VX1410A  
IntelliFrame Mainframe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 4–3: Front view and side view of VX1420A  
IntelliFrameR Super Cooler Mainframe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 4–4: Front view and side view of IntelliFrame  
Mainframe with Option 1U and rackmount option . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 4–5: Front view and side view of IntelliFrame  
Mainframe with Option 2U and Rackmount Option . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 6–1: Mainframe block diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 8–1: Removing the fan/blower filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 8–2: Removing the mainframe cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
8–3  
8–5  
Figure 8–3: Location of fan assembly screws on the  
rear of the mainframe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
8–7  
8–8  
Figure 8–4: VX1410A–Removing the fan assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 8–5: VX1410A–Removing the fans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 8–6: VX1420A–Removing the blower assembly . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 8–7: VX1420A–Removing the blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 8–8: Removing the Enhanced Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 8–9: Removing the power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 8–10: Removing the top and bottom card guides . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 8–11: Replacing the top and bottom nut rails . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 8–12: Removing the temperature sense board . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 8–13: Removing the front panel monitor display . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 8–14: Removing the backplane EMI DIN shields . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 8–15: Removing the backplane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
8–8  
8–9  
8–9  
8–10  
8–12  
8–14  
8–15  
8–16  
8–17  
8–18  
8–20  
Figure 9–1: Cabinet and chassis assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
9–7  
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Figure 9–2: Circuit boards and chassis parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
9–9  
Figure 9–3: Power supply, monitor, and VX1410A  
fan assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
9–11  
9–13  
9–15  
9–17  
9–19  
9–21  
9–23  
Figure 9–4: VX1420A or Option VXF20A blower assembly . . . . . . . .  
Figure 9–5: 1R Rackmount assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 9–6: 2R Rackmount and door assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 9–7: Option 1U cable tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 9–8: Option 2U cable tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure 9–9: Display panel, VX1420A or Option 1M . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure B–1: Power switch connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure B–2: SYSReset cable connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Figure B–3: Enhanced monitor board jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
B–2  
B–3  
B–4  
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List of Tables  
Table 1–1: IntelliFrame Mainframe options and upgrade kits . . . . .  
1–3  
1–4  
Table 1–2: Power cord identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 1–3: Power supply voltages at the 25-pin connector . . . . . . . . .  
1–25  
Table 3–1: Passive monitor connector pinouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 3–2: RS-232 pin connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 3–3: P1 connector pinouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 3–4: P2 connector pinouts for slots 1 – 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 3–5: P2 connector pinouts for slot 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 3–6: Front panel display messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 3–7: Display commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 3–8: Status commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 3–9: System commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 3–10: Test commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 3–11: VXI Monitor commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 3–12: IEEE 488.2 common commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 3–13: Parameter types for syntax descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
3–2  
3–5  
3–6  
3–7  
3–8  
3–9  
3–13  
3–13  
3–16  
3–19  
3–19  
3–20  
3–23  
Table 3–14: Default factory RS-232 communication settings . . . . . . . 3–111  
Table 3–15: Effects of :PRESet on serial port parameters . . . . . . . . . 3–120  
Table 3–16: Super Cooler factory default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–131  
Table 3–17: NVRecall device settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–136  
Table 3–18: NVSave device settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–137  
Table 3–19: IntelliFrame Mainframeself test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–149  
Table 3–20: IntelliFrame Mainframe error and event codes . . . . . . . 3–181  
Table 4–1: AC Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 4–2: Secondary Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 4–3: Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 4–4: Certifications and compliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 4–5: Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 4–6: Backplane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
4–1  
4–2  
4–5  
4–7  
4–9  
4–10  
Table 4–7: Display System VX1410A Option 1M  
or VX1420A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
4–10  
4–10  
4–13  
Table 4–8: Mechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 4–9: VXI and Plug & Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Table 5–1: DC load ripple and noise check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 7–1: PC RS-232 settings for the calibration Procedure . . . . . .  
5–2  
7–2  
Table 8–1: IntelliFrame Mainframe Enhanced Monitor  
jumper configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
8–11  
8–21  
Table 8–2: Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Table 9–1: IntelliFrame Mainframe common  
replaceable parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
9–2  
Table C–1: SCPI conformance information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
C–1  
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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.  
To Avoid Fire or  
Personal Injury  
Use Proper Power Cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and  
certified for the country of use.  
Ground the Product. This product is grounded through the grounding conductor  
of the 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 markings 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.  
Do not apply a potential to any terminal, including the common terminal, that  
exceeds the maximum rating of that terminal.  
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.  
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Symbols and Terms  
Terms in this Manual. These terms may appear in this manual:  
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.  
Terms 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) Terminal  
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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Preface  
The VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual  
provides information on using the mainframe. The manual includes the  
following chapters:  
H
Getting Started provides a brief description of the IntelliFrame Mainframe, a  
list of accessories that accompany the mainframe, installation and configura-  
tion procedures, and a functional check procedure.  
H
H
H
Operating Basics provides a functional overview of the mainframe and  
includes illustrations of the main components.  
Specifications lists all of the warranted characteristics, nominal traits, and  
typical characteristics of the mainframe.  
Reference provides reference information on the various connectors on the  
mainframe. It also provides details on the command set and programming  
information for the Enhanced Monitor option.  
H
H
H
H
Performance Verification includes the performance verification procedures  
used to verify the advertised specifications of the mainframe.  
Theory of Operation includes a brief overview of the theory of operation for  
the IntelliFrame Mainframe.  
Adjustment chapter describes adjustment procedures for the IntelliFrame  
Mainframe.  
Maintenance is intended for qualified service personnel who need to service  
the mainframe. Module-level removal and replacement procedures and  
troubleshooting procedures are included in this chapter.  
H
H
Replaceable Parts includes a list of replaceable mechanical and electrical  
parts for the mainframe to be used with the maintenance chapter. It also  
includes the exploded view diagrams of the mainframe and options.  
Appendices includes a power budget worksheet, a description of special  
configuration options and SCPI conformance information.  
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Glossary.  
Index.  
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Contacting Tektronix  
Product  
Support  
For application-oriented questions about a Tektronix measure-  
ment product, call toll free in North America:  
1-800-TEK-WIDE (1-800-835-9433 ext. 2400)  
6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific time  
Or contact us by e-mail:  
tm_app_supp@tek.com  
For product support outside of North America, contact your  
local Tektronix distributor or sales office.  
Service  
Support  
Contact your local Tektronix distributor or sales office. Or visit  
our web site for a listing of worldwide service locations.  
http://www.tek.com  
In North America:  
For other  
information 1-800-TEK-WIDE (1-800-835-9433)  
An operator will direct your call.  
To write us Tektronix, Inc.  
P.O. Box 1000  
Wilsonville, OR 97070-1000  
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Introduction  
This manual contains information needed to properly service the IntelliFrame  
Mainframe This manual does not support component-level fault isolation and  
replacement.  
Service Offerings  
Tektronix provides service to cover repair under warranty as well as other  
services that are designed to meet your specific service needs.  
Whether providing warranty repair service or any of the other services listed  
below, Tektronix service technicians are well equipped to service the Intelli-  
Frame Mainframe. Tektronix technicians train on Tektronix products; they have  
access to the latest information on improvements to the IntelliFrame Mainframe  
as well as the latest new product upgrades. Services are provided at Tektronix  
Services Centers and on-site at your facility, depending on your location.  
Warranty Repair Service  
Tektronix warrants this product for three years from date of purchase. (The  
warranty appears behind the title page in this manual.) Tektronix technicians  
provide warranty service at most Tektronix service locations worldwide. The  
Tektronix product catalog lists all service locations worldwide or you can visit us  
on our Customer Services World Center web site at http://www.tek.com/Mea-  
surement/Service. See our latest service offerings and contact us by email.  
Calibration and Repair  
Service  
In addition to warranty repair, Tektronix Service offers calibration and other  
services which provide cost-effective solutions to your service needs and quality-  
standards compliance requirements. Our instruments are supported worldwide by  
the leading-edge design, manufacturing, and service resources of Tektronix to  
provide the best possible service.  
The following services can be tailored to fit your requirements for calibration  
and/or repair of the IntelliFrame Mainframe.  
Service Options. Tektronix service options can be selected at the time you  
purchase your instrument. You select these options to provide the services that  
best meet your service needs. These service options are listed on the Tektronix  
Service Options page following the Warranty page of this manual.  
Service Agreements. If service options are not added to the instrument purchase,  
then service agreements are available on an annual basis to provide calibration  
services or post-warranty repair coverage for the IntelliFrame Mainframe.  
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Service agreements may be customized to meet special turn-around time and/or  
on-site requirements.  
Service on Demand. Tektronix also offers calibration and repair services on a per  
incident basis that is available with standard prices for many products.  
Self Service. Tektronix supports repair to the replaceable-part level by providing  
for circuit board exchange.  
Use this service to reduce down-time for repair by exchanging circuit boards for  
remanufactured ones. Tektronix ships updated and tested exchange boards. Each  
board comes with a 90-day service warranty.  
For More Information. Contact your local Tektronix service center or sales  
engineer for more information on any of the Calibration and Repair Services just  
described.  
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Getting Started  
This chapter provides an overview of the Tektronix IntelliFrame Mainframe  
family. It includes installation and configuration information on user-installed  
options.  
Product Description  
The IntelliFrame Mainframes are intelligent, 13-slot, C-size, VXIbus Main-  
frames. They fully comply with the VXIbus Specification 1.4 requirements and  
are VXIplug&play compatible. The mainframes can be configured as standard  
benchtop or optional rackmount instruments. The mainframes have the following  
features:  
H
H
H
H
H
H
H
H
High output power supply  
Intelligent cooling for installed modules  
Super CoolerT (VX1420A)  
High quality auto-configuration backplane  
Enhanced Monitor  
Front panel display (Optional for VX1410A)  
EMI DIN shields for superior EMI protection  
Optional adjustable rackmounts and cable trays  
These features are explained in more detail in the following paragraphs.  
Power Supply  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe provides all VXIbus voltages at levels necessary for  
the most demanding ATE applications. The power supply has a volt-ampere  
capacity of 1783 VA with 875 watts usable by VXI instrument modules at any  
one time (refer to Appendix A: Power Budget Worksheet). The mainframe  
accommodates exclusively digital applications, exclusively analog applications,  
or combinations of both.  
The power supply plugs directly into the rear of the mainframe and has no cables  
to disconnect. The power supply can be replaced in less than three minutes,  
minimizing downtime. The power supply automatically sets the ranges for the  
appropriate input voltage and frequency.  
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Intelligent Cooling  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe provides optimal cooling for all installed modules.  
The mainframe uses an intelligent, adaptive cooling scheme to efficiently remove  
heat while maintaining quiet operation. The mainframe monitors the temperature  
rise of the exhaust air above each module slot and automatically adjusts the fan  
speed to keep the temperature rise to user specified temperature rise or less for  
the each module. You can also manually set the fan to full speed to provide  
maximum cooling.  
Air is exhausted at the sides of the mainframe, allowing you to stack the  
mainframe with other rackmount equipment. You don’t have to worry about  
restricting airflow out of the top of the mainframe or creating a chimney effect.  
Cooling is not wasted on empty slots. IntelliGuides automatically direct air to  
only those slots containing modules; empty slots are shut off. The mainframe  
directs airflow across each installed module from the bottom to the top of each  
slot. Baffles balance the airflow from the front to back and across occupied slots  
in the mainframe.  
You can remove the air filter from the rear of the mainframe. The fans can be  
replaced without disassembling the entire mainframe.  
High Cooling  
Backplane  
The VX1420A Super Cooler has all the features of the VX1410A IntelliFrame  
Mainframe, but with higher cooling capacity and very quiet operation. The  
higher cooling fan operates at a low fan speed with equivalent airflow.  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe has an auto configuration, solid-state backplane that  
uses electronic jumpering of the IACK and BUS GRANT signal lines. There are  
no jumpers to move or install on the backplane. This results in a high quality  
backplane that is ideal for ATE systems that must be reconfigured frequently.  
The EMI DIN shields are standard to provide superior EMI protection.  
Full differential distribution of the CLK10 signals provides a clean timing source  
for your VXIbus instruments.  
Optional Rackmounts and  
Cable Trays  
You can order the IntelliFrame Mainframe with user-installed rackmounts and  
cable trays. The cable trays provide a means to conveniently route cables from  
the front of the modules to the rear of the mainframe. Options 1U and 2U cable  
tray depths range from 1.75 to 6.0 inches. Install Option 1U to provide a  
1.75-inch, 2.5-inch, or 4.25-inch deep cable tray. You can install Option 2U to  
provide a 3.5-inch, 4.25-inch, or 6.0-inch deep cable tray.  
The rackmount adapters let you recess the mainframe from the front panel  
mounting surface at specified depths from 0.735 inches to 5.735 inches in  
0.5-inch increments. Similarly, you can configure the mainframe to extend out of  
the front of the rack at specified depths (0.57 inches to 5.57 inches in 0.5-inch  
increments).  
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You can install the rackmount kits along with the cable trays to provide vertical  
cable access to easily route cables to instruments above or below the mainframe  
while keeping lead lengths as short as possible.  
You can also install an optional Lexan door with the rackmount kit.  
NOTE. If you choose to extend the mainframe out of the front of the rack, the  
mainframe cannot accept a door.  
Instructions for installing the cable trays begin on page 1–7; instructions for  
installing the rackmounts kits begin on page 1–12.  
Enhanced Monitor  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe enhanced monitor lets you monitor the power  
supply voltages, power supply currents, slot temperature rises, fan speeds, and  
other VXIbus system activity via the VXIbus or a rear RS-232 interface.  
Optional Front Panel  
Display  
The VX1410A Option 1M includes a 20-character alphanumeric display on the  
front panel with scroll keys for manual viewing for mainframe status. The  
VX1420A comes standard with this option.  
Options and Upgrade Kits  
Table 1–1 lists the IntelliFrame Mainframe options and upgrade kits that you can  
purchase and install separately. Contact your local Tektronix representative for  
information on the upgrade kits.  
Table 1–1: IntelliFrame Mainframe options and upgrade kits  
Upgrade or  
Part number  
020-2221-XX  
020-2222-XX  
020-2223-XX  
020-2224-XX  
VXF1M  
Description  
Option  
Rackmount Kit with Rack Slides  
Rackmount Kit with Rack Slides and Lexan Door  
Cable Tray Kit (1U/2U)  
1R  
2R  
1U  
Cable Tray Kit (1U/2U)  
2U  
VX1410A Front Panel Display Upgrade (Option 1M) 1M  
VX1410A Option 1M to VX1420A Upgrade  
VXF20A  
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Standard Accessories  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe comes with the following standard accessories:  
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One single-slot panel filler  
Five double-slot panel fillers  
Two power cords (voltage range and plug type varies according to country,  
see Table 1–2)  
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Fuse holder  
Line fuse, 15 A, 250 V  
Line fuse, 20 A, 250 V  
Line fuse, 6.3 A, 250 V  
VXIplug&play Floppy disk (See the Readme file on disk for installation  
information)  
Table 1–2: Power cord identification  
Plug configuration  
Normal usage  
Option number  
North America  
125 V/15 A Plug  
NEMA 5-15P  
Standard  
North America  
125 V/20 A Plug  
NEMA 5-20P  
Standard  
Europe  
230 V  
A1  
A2  
United Kingdom  
230 V  
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Table 1–2: Power cord identification (Cont.)  
Plug configuration  
Normal usage  
Option number  
Australia  
230 V  
A3  
North America  
230 V  
A4  
A5  
Switzerland  
230 V  
Optional Accessories  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe has the following optional accessories:  
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RS-232C Cable, DB9 female X DB9 female, serial null modem (Tektronix  
part number 012-1379-XX)  
AC to DC low voltage converter supply to externally supply power to the  
Enhanced Monitor (Tektronix part number 119-5061-XX)  
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US Power cord for the external supply (Tektronix part number 161-0213-00)  
Option A1 Power cord for the external supply (Tektronix part number  
161-0209-00)  
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Option A2 Power cord for the external supply (Tektronix part number  
161-0210-00)  
Option A3 Power cord for the external supply (Tektronix part number  
161-0211-00)  
Option A4 Power cord for the external supply (Tektronix part number  
161-0208-00)  
Option A5 Power cord for the external supply (Tektronix part number  
161-0212-00)  
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Single-wide EMI panel fillers  
Double-wide EMI panel fillers  
EMI intermodule shields  
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Selecting the Correct Power Cord and Fuse  
The standard IntelliFrame Mainframe comes with two power cords and three fuses.  
Before installing the mainframe, you must determine the correct fuse and power  
cord for your application. Use the following information to determine the  
appropriate power cord and line fuse for either the VX1410A or the VX1420A  
mainframes. This information is important to avoid overloading the power  
distribution system and to comply with the National Electrical Code.  
For mainframe loads in the nonshaded region of Figure 1–1, use the power cord  
with the 15 A plug (Tektronix part number 161-0213-XX) or the power cord  
with the 20 A plug (Tektronix part number 161-0218-XX). For high mainframe  
loads combined with low input line voltages (shaded region), use only the power  
cord with the 20 A plug.  
Select the proper fuse based on the ranges shown in Figure 1–1.  
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Power Cord with 20A plug (NEMA 5–20P) ONLY.  
800  
700  
600  
500  
400  
300  
200  
100  
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Power Cord with 15A plug (NEMA 5–15P)  
or Power Cord with 20A plug (NEMA 5–20P)  
90  
110  
115  
20AT Fuse  
15AF Fuse  
130  
150  
170  
190  
210  
230  
250  
6.3AF Fuse  
Figure 1–1: Power cord identification chart  
Installation  
This section describes the procedures to install your mainframe. It includes  
procedures for installing the mainframe with the rackmount or cable tray options.  
This section does not include specific procedures for installing modules in the  
mainframe. Refer to your module documentation for information regarding the  
module installation instructions.  
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Site Considerations  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe is designed to operate on a bench or in a rackmount  
environment. For proper cooling, allow at least 2 in (5.1 cm) of clearance on the  
rear and sides of the mainframe. Determine how you will use your mainframe  
with cable trays, and then follow the appropriate installation instructions. If you  
ordered your mainframe with a cable tray option and rackmount option, install  
the cable tray before installing the rackmount.  
WARNING. To avoid personal injury, use care when lifting or moving the  
mainframe to avoid personal injury while performing the installation proce-  
dures.  
Cable Tray Installation  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe comes a with a 0.75-inch cable access area on the  
bottom of the mainframe. Use the following procedure to install your cable tray  
option:  
You will need a T-20 Torx and Phillips driver to install Options 1U or 2U.  
Options 1U and 2U can be installed three different ways; without rails, with  
rails, or with rails installed at 90_.  
Figure 1–2 on page 1–8 and Figure 1–3 on page 1–9 show how to install  
Option 1U (without rails, with rails, rails at 90_) to provide a cable tray depth of  
1.75, 2.50, or 4.25 inches.  
Figure 1–4 on page 1–10 and Figure 1–5 on page 1–11 show how to install  
Option 2U (without rails, with rails, rails at 90_) to provide a cable tray depth of  
3.50, 4.25, or 6.00 inches.  
Both options come with butch plates to mount cable connectors at the rear of the  
cable trays. The butch plate will not fit on Option 1U when the foot rails are not  
used. You can modify the butch plate to accept cable connectors at the rear of the  
mainframe. Specific instructions for modifying the butch plate are not given  
since the locations, types, and size of connectors vary with each application.  
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Remove feet (4)  
Opt 1U without rails  
1.75–inch depth  
Install feet.  
(optional)  
Install 4 screws, and leave  
1/8 inch clearance from the  
chassis. Slide the cable tray  
over the screws; then tighten  
screws to secure cable tray.  
Figure 1–2: Install Option 1U cable tray  
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Opt 1U with Rails  
2.5–inch depth  
Install feet.  
(optional)  
Install butch plate.  
(optional)  
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Install 4 screws, and leave  
1/8 inch clearance from the  
rails. Slide the cable tray over  
the screws; then tighten  
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Install 4 screws, and leave 1/8 inch  
clearance from the chassis. Slide  
the rails over the screws; then  
tighten screws to secure rails.  
screws to secure cable tray.  
Opt 1U with Rails 90_  
4.25–inch depth  
Install feet.  
(optional)  
Install butch plate.  
(optional)  
2
Install 4 screws, and leave  
1/8 inch clearance from the  
rails. Slide the cable tray over  
the screws; then tighten  
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Install 4 screws, and leave 1/8 inch  
clearance from the chassis. Slide  
the rails over the screws; then  
tighten screws to secure rails.  
screws to secure cable tray.  
Figure 1–3: Install Option 1U cable tray  
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Remove feet (4)  
Opt 2U without rails  
3.5–inch depth  
Install feet.  
(optional)  
Install butch plate.  
(optional)  
Install 4 screws, and leave  
1/8 inch clearance from the  
chassis. Slide the cable tray  
over the screws; then tighten  
screws to secure cable tray.  
Figure 1–4: Install Option 2U cable tray  
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Opt 2U with Rails  
4.25–inch depth  
Install feet.  
(optional)  
Install butch plate.  
(optional)  
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Install 4 screws, and leave  
1/8 inch clearance from the  
rails. Slide the cable tray over  
the screws; then tighten  
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Install 4 screws, and leave 1/8 inch  
clearance from the chassis. Slide  
the rails over the screws; then  
tighten screws to secure rails.  
screws to secure cable tray.  
Opt 2U with Rails 90_  
6.00–inch depth  
Install feet.  
(optional)  
Install butch plate.  
(optional)  
2
Install 4 screws, and leave  
1/8 inch clearance from the  
rails. Slide the cable tray over  
the screws; then tighten  
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Install 4 screws, and leave 1/8 inch  
clearance from the chassis. Slide  
the rails over the screws; then  
tighten screws to secure rails.  
screws to secure cable tray.  
Figure 1–5: Install Option 2U cable tray  
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Remote On/Standby  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe allows you to power on and power off the main-  
frame from the rear panel (passive monitor connector) as well as the front panel  
On/Standby switch. Alternatively, you can disable the front panel On/Standby  
switch.  
Configuration  
NOTE. If you decide to bypass the front panel On/Standby switch, you should  
configure the mainframe before installing the rackmount hardware. Refer to  
Appendix B: Special Configuration Options and then return to this section to  
continue the installation procedures.  
The Enhanced Monitor allows you to power off the mainframe through VXI and  
RS-232 commands. If you apply external power to the Enhanced Monitor, you  
can you can also power on and off the mainframe using RS-232 commands.  
NOTE. Disconnecting the power cord provides the mainframes voltage discon-  
nect. Even when powered off by the On/Standby switch, the power supply circuits  
are connected to primary power.  
Front Panel SYSReset  
Activation  
IntelliFrame Mainframe provides you the ability to generate a backplane  
SYSReset signal from the front panel. This feature allows you to reset the  
complete VXI system without having to power down the mainframe. A  
SYSReset activation is accomplished by pushing the right side (nonlighted side)  
of the On/Standby power switch.  
NOTE. If you decide to configure the front panel to SYSReset, you should  
configure the mainframe before installing the rackmount hardware. Refer to  
Appendix B: Special Configuration Options for activation of this feature and  
then return to this section to continue the installation procedures.  
Rackmount Installation  
The procedures for installing the rackmount kits are similar for the Option 1R  
and 2R kits. You can install Option 1R kit to either recess the mainframe inside  
the rack or to protrude in front of the rack. However, you can only install the  
door for the Option 2R kit so that the mainframe is recessed inside the rack.  
The steps for installing the rackmount kits consist of installing the rackmount  
hardware to the mainframe, and then installing the mainframe in the rack.  
You will need the following tools to install the rackmount options:  
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T-15 Torx driver  
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T-20 Torx driver  
#2 Phillips screwdriver  
Install the Rackmount  
Kit Hardware  
Refer to Figure 1–6 and perform the following steps to install the rackmount kit  
hardware:  
1. Determine where you want the mainframe positioned in the rack (recessed  
inside the rack or protruding in front of the rack).  
If you want the mainframe installed protruding in front of the rack, position  
the rackmount bracket as shown on the right side of Figure 1–6. If you want  
to recess the mainframe in the rack, position the rackmount bracket as shown  
on the left side of Figure 1–6.  
2. Determine how far you want to recess or extend the IntelliFrame Mainframe  
and install the rackmount adapter as shown using two 8-32 screws (included  
with the kit). Repeat this step for the other bracket.  
NOTE. To comply with VXIplug&play mounting specifications, position the  
rackmount adapter at the mounting holes with the adjacent identifier keys (see  
Figure 1–6). This results in 3.960 in (10.06 cm) from the module panel mounting  
surface to the rack frame mounting surface.  
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VXIplug&play  
position key for  
VX1410A/11A/20A  
Screws (2)  
Latch is  
located at  
the rear.  
Track  
Screws (2)  
Screws (5)  
Bracket  
Bracket  
Handle  
Figure 1–6: Installing the rackmount kit hardware  
3. Remove the five 8-32 screws from both sides of the mainframe.  
4. Attach the left and right inside tracks to the sides of the IntelliFrame  
Mainframe using five 8-32 flathead screws. Add a spacer plate between the  
left track and mainframe, refer to the Replaceable Parts on page 9–15.  
Orient the button latch so that it faces away from the mainframe and toward  
the rear.  
Install the Mainframe  
in the Rack  
Use the following procedure to install the IntelliFrame Mainframe in the rack:  
1. Identify the right and left slide-out track assemblies: find the date code label  
on each assembly. The assembly to be mounted in the left side of the rack  
(the side nearest the left side of the mainframe when it is mounted in the  
rack) has a date code that ends with LH (for left hand). The right assembly  
has a date code ending with RH.  
2. Measure the distance between the front and rear rail of the rack.  
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3. Align the rear bracket to the right slide-out track as shown in Figure 1–7.  
Note that the rear bracket has two pairs of mount-through holes. When  
aligning the bracket and the track, select a pair of holes that mount the rear  
bracket so the flange-to-flange distance (see Figure 1–7) matches the front  
rail to rear rail spacing that you just measured in step 2.  
NOTE. If necessary, refer to the rackmount kit instructions for detailed installa-  
tion information.  
4. Attach the rear bracket to the right slide-out track using two 10-32 screws  
and a bar nut as shown in Figure 1–7. Leave the screws loose so that you can  
adjust the overall length of the slide-out track assembly when installing the  
mainframe in the rack. Use the extended length brackets to comply with  
deeper rackmounts.  
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to assemble the left slide-out track assembly.  
Bracket  
Extended  
length  
bracket for  
deep racks  
Outer track  
Button latch is closest  
to top of track.  
Front Flange (mounts  
to front rail of rack)  
Inner track  
Front of  
instrument  
Left Slide-Out Track Assembly  
Figure 1–7: Assembling the slide-out track assemblies  
6. Select the mounting position in the rack: select two 0.5-inch spaced holes in  
the front rail and verify that the 1.5-inch and 13.25-inch clearances exist  
relative to the mounting holes as shown in Figure 1–8.  
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NOTE. The 13.25-inch vertical clearance is only valid for the mainframe without  
the plastic feet, rails and cable trays. Refer to Figures 4–2, 4–4, and 4–5 on  
pages 4–11, 4–12, and 4–13 for information on vertical clearances of the  
mainframe with cable tray options.  
12.0 in  
(304.8 mm)  
14.0 in  
(355.6 mm)  
Left-front rail  
1.5 in  
(38.1 mm)  
0.5 in (12.7 mm)  
(For correct position of  
securing holes)  
Figure 1–8: Vertical clearance for rack installation (standard mainframe)  
7. Select the mounting method according to the rack type.  
To mount the slide-out tracks with the front and rear flanges outside of the  
front and rear rails, use method A shown in Figure 1–9 when doing step 8.  
Add a bar nut to the installation only if the rails have untapped holes.  
To mount with front and rear flanges inside of the rails, use mounting  
method B shown in Figure 1–9 when doing step 8. This mounting method  
assumes untapped holes.  
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8. Using the mounting method determined from the previous step, secure the  
right slide-out track assembly to the front and rear rails. Seat the screws  
fully, but lightly, so that you can adjust the mounting later.  
9. Tighten the screws left loose in step 4 to fix the front to rear flange spacing  
of the slide-out track assembly.  
10. Repeat steps 6 through 9 to mount the left slide-out track assembly.  
Left slide-out track  
Left slide-out track  
Use a bar nut if front  
rails are not tapped.  
Left-front rail  
Left-front rail  
10-32 Flat head  
screws (4)  
10-32 Pan head  
screws (4)  
10-32 Pan head  
screws (4)  
Use two flat head screws if the cabinet  
rails have countersunk mounting holes;  
otherwise, use two pan head screws.  
Mounting method A  
Mounting method B  
Figure 1–9: Installing the slide-out track assemblies in the rack (Top view)  
WARNING. Because of the size and weight of the mainframe, installing the  
mainframe alone can result in personal injury or equipment damage. Installing  
the IntelliFrame Mainframe in the rack requires at least two people. One person  
should be on the left side of the mainframe with one hand holding the left front  
handle and with the other hand underneath the mainframe. The other person  
should do likewise on the right side of the mainframe.  
11. Fully extend the inner tracks of each slide-out section out of the front of the  
rack until they lock.  
12. Lift the mainframe and insert the left and right tracks that extend from the  
rear of the mainframe into the ends of the tracks that you just extended.  
Make sure that the tracks mounted on the mainframe slip just inside the inner  
tracks that you extended earlier.  
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13. Slide the mainframe back until it stops.  
14. Push to release the button latches, located on the outside of each track, and  
continue to slide the mainframe all the way back into the rack cabinet.  
15. Tighten the four screws that you left loose at the rear of the rack when you  
performed step 8, and pull the mainframe part way out of the rack. (Tighten  
the 10-32 screws using 28 inch-lbs of torque.)  
16. Be sure that the screws that you left loose at the front of the rack are loose  
enough to allow the slide-out track assemblies to seek the normal positions.  
17. Tighten the screws and push the mainframe all the way into the rack. If the  
tracks do not slide smoothly, readjust the level using the method described in  
steps 15 and 16. (Tighten the 10-32 screws using 28 inch-lbs of torque.)  
18. Install the proper power cord at the rear of the mainframe.  
NOTE. To ensure the mainframe is properly mounted in the rack do not tighten  
the screws while installing the chassis track to the rack front rails. After all the  
mounting screws have been installed shift the mainframe to the far right of the  
rack, then tighten all the mounting screws. Refer to Figure 1–10 for screw  
positions. Depending on the rack manufacturer it may be necessary to use an  
additional spacer plate, refer to the Replaceable Parts on page 9–15.  
Left rack rail & chassis  
slide assembly  
Right rack rail &  
chassis slide assembly  
Rack front  
rail  
Rack  
front rail  
Chassis  
slide  
assemblies  
Spacer  
plate  
Chassis  
slide  
assemblies  
Shift the mainframe to the far right. Do not tighten the screws  
until all all screws are touching the left side of the slots.  
Figure 1–10: R1 or R2 rackmounting screw positions (front view).  
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Install the Option 2R  
Rackmount Door  
Refer to Figure 1–11 and perform the following steps to install the rackmount  
door for Option 2R:  
1. Install the bottom halves of the two hinges to the left rackmount bracket as  
shown in Figure 1–11.  
2. Install the top halves of the hinges on the door.  
3. Install the catch on the right rackmount bracket.  
You can adjust the catch position forward or back to assure a flush fit  
between the door and the rackmount bracket.  
4. Lift the rackmount door and mate the door with the hinges.  
Rackmount  
bracket  
Flat head screws (2)  
Flat head  
screws (2)  
Hinges  
Pan head  
screws (2)  
Catch  
Rackmount  
door  
Rackmount bracket  
Figure 1–11: Installing the rackmount door (Option 2R)  
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Configuration  
After installing the mainframe, you are ready to configure it for your applica-  
tions. If you have not already done so, install your VXIbus modules in the  
mainframe following the installation guidelines for your VXIbus module.  
Module Selection and  
Design Guidelines  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe is UL listed to UL 3111-1 and CAN/CSA C22.2  
No. 1010.1 and is IEC 1010-1 compliant. You should use VXIbus modules with  
the mainframe that are listed or designed to limit electric shock and fire.  
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Investigate the possibility of fire hazards due to the availability of power  
from the mainframe exceeding 150 W per slot. Use similar considerations  
for VXIbus Modules that externally receive power greater than 150 W per  
slot.  
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Printed wiring boards should be flame rated UL 94V–1 or better.  
To prevent possible electrical shock, limit the voltage to the mainframe  
interface or chassis to less than 60 VDC, 30 VRMS, or 42.4 Vpk.  
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Ensure that measuring inputs provide a means of limiting unintended  
voltages that may reach the mainframe interface or chassis to less than  
60 VDC, 30 VRMS, or 42.4 Vpk.  
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Install Empty Slot Panel  
Fillers  
If you have any unused (empty) slots in your mainframe, you may install the  
empty slot Panel Fillers. Install either the single-wide or double-wide fillers that  
came with your mainframe.  
Refer to Figure 1–12 for information on installing the slot fillers.  
CAUTION. To avoid damage caused by heat use only Tektronix front panels;  
otherwise, the shutters may activate, effectively robbing airflow from installed  
modules. Installing the fillers provides improved cooling for installed modules,  
improved EMI shielding, and more accurate air temperature sensing to control  
the fan speeds.  
Single panel fillers  
Double panel fillers  
Figure 1–12: Installing the empty slot panel fillers  
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Safety and Chassis  
Grounds  
The left rear of the IntelliFrame Mainframe has a connection point for the chassis  
ground (see Figure 1–13).  
WARNING. To avoid personal injury the safety ground screw must always be in  
place to ensure the proper bonding of the power supply to the mainframe. You  
can use the chassis ground connection to connect the grounds of one or more  
instruments to the mainframe. This ensures a common ground connection  
between instruments.  
Chassis ground  
Safety ground  
Figure 1–13: Locations of safety and chassis ground connections  
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EMI Configurations  
Perform the following steps if you intend to install the optional EMI Intermodule  
shields and/or blank EMI filler panels. Part numbers are listed under Optional  
Accessories on page 9–9:  
NOTE. It is only necessary to install the EMI intermodule shields if your VXIbus  
module does not have EMI shielding. Backplane EMI DIN shields are standard.  
1. Refer to Figure 1–14 and slide the EMI intermodule shields between the  
grooves of the card guide on one side of each installed VXIbus module. This  
is recommended to use with unshielded modules; the shielding may not be  
compatible with some shielded modules. The shield conforms with the VXI  
specification for intermodule shielding.  
2. Install a blank EMI front panel for each empty slot, making sure that the  
EMI shielding is in contact with the adjacent front panel.  
EMI Shielding strip  
(standard part on  
mainframe)  
Double panel EMI filler  
Single panel EMI filler  
EMI intermodule shield  
Figure 1–14: Installing the EMI intermodule shield and front panel EMI fillers  
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Logical Address Switch  
Settings  
You can set the logical address of the mainframe with the switches on the rear  
panel. Figure 1–15 shows the locations of the logical address switches on the  
rear of the Enhanced Monitor panel.  
In most cases, you can leave the switches in the factory default position of FF.  
This allows the mainframe to dynamically configure the address. However,  
make sure that no other module has the same slot address as the Enhanced  
Monitor board. If all VXI modules in the mainframe are set to FF, the resource  
manager will “dynamically” configure the module’s logical address. If a VXI  
module is set to a logical address other than FF, you must be careful to choose a  
unique address. See Enhanced Monitor Board Jumpers on page B–4 for  
information on configuring the jumpers on the Enhanced Monitor board.  
Figure 1–15: Logical address switches  
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Functional Check  
Use the information in this section to determine that the IntelliFrame Mainframe  
operates properly. The functional check consists of checking the power supply  
voltages at the 25-pin connector at the rear of the mainframe with a digital  
voltmeter.  
If your VX1410A mainframe comes with the optional display (standard on the  
VX1420A mainframe), verify that the display shows no errors at power on. You  
can then verify the power supply voltages with the front-panel digital display and  
compare the displayed values against those in Table 1–3.  
If your mainframe does not include the optional display you can measure the  
power supply voltages with a digital voltmeter.  
Connect one lead of the voltmeter to the supply pins of the 25-pin connector on  
the rear panel of the mainframe. Connect the reference lead of the voltmeter to  
one of the ground pins. Compare each voltage reading to the values listed in  
Table 1–3.  
Table 1–3: Power supply voltages at the 25-pin connector  
Pin  
Supply  
+5 V  
Acceptable voltage range  
4.875 V to 5.25 V  
1
2
–12 V  
–12.6 V to –11.64 V  
–25.2 V to –23.28 V  
–2.1 V to –1.9 V  
3
–24 V  
4
–2 V  
14  
+12 V  
11.64 V to 12.6 V  
15  
+24 V  
23.28 V to 25.2 V  
16  
–5.2 V  
Logic Ground  
–5.46 V to –5.044 V  
9, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24  
If the voltages are within the specified ranges, your mainframe is functional.  
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This chapter provides a brief overview of the IntelliFrame Mainframe including  
illustrations and descriptions of switches, indicators, and connectors.  
Figure 2–1 shows the front view of the IntelliFrame Mainframe. All of the  
mainframe slots are labeled on the top and bottom of the mainframe. Slot 0 is  
reserved for the mainframe controller; all other slots are available for any  
VXIbus modules.  
IntelliGuides on the bottom of each slot automatically open when you install a  
module with a front panel in the mainframe to provide cooling for the installed  
modules. The guides remain closed for empty slots to direct airflow only where  
it is needed.  
On/Stby switch  
Figure 2–1: Front view of the VX1410A IntelliFrame Mainframe  
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The On/Standby switch on the top-left corner of the front panel applies DC  
voltages to the mainframe. The switch is a momentary contact switch. The  
switch is lighted when DC voltages are applied to the mainframe. You can also  
remotely power on or power down the mainframe.  
You can configure your mainframe to bypass the On/Standby switch (refer to  
Remote Power Switch Configuration in Appendix B of this manual for informa-  
tion on configuring the power switch). The On/Standby switch remains lighted  
while power is applied; however, the switch itself no longer controls the  
mainframe. The switch can also be configured to activate SysReset, Refer to  
Front Panel SYSReset Cable Connector Configuration in Appendix B.  
If you ordered your VX1410A with Option 1M (VX1420A display is standard)  
or ordered field upgrade VXF1M, the mainframe includes a 20-character  
alphanumeric display indicating the status of the system . The NEXT and PREV  
push buttons, located to the right of the display, allow you to scroll through the  
display selections. See Figure 2–2.  
On/Stby switch  
Figure 2–2: Partial front view of a VX1410A with Option 1M  
The AC power connector is located on the bottom left side on the rear of the  
mainframe. The AC fuse holder is located just above the power connector. See  
Figure 2–3.  
The chassis ground screw (if installed) can be used to connect multiple  
mainframes to a common ground point.  
The fan filter is located on the back of the mainframe. The filter slides easily into  
the mainframe; there is no need to remove any covers to replace or clean the fan  
filter. Refer to the Cleaning the Fan or Blower Filters page 8–3.  
Enhanced Monitor  
The Fan Speed switch controls the speed of the system cooling fan. When the  
switch is set to the VAR (variable) position, the mainframe automatically  
controls the speed of the fan depending on the air temperature and amount of  
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cooling required by the modules. When the switch is in the FULL position, the  
fans operate at full speed.  
A DB-25-pin connector provides the ability to monitor the power supply  
voltages, fan speeds, and the maximum slot temperature rise of the mainframe.  
Refer to page 3–1 for information on the pinouts of the connector.  
Fan filter  
25-Pin PASSIVE  
MONITOR connector  
Fan speed switch  
Fuse  
AC Power  
Figure 2–3: Rear view of a IntelliFrame Mainframe  
WARNING. To prevent damage to the instrument do not connect an RS-232 cable  
to the 25-pin connector. The connector is not an RS-232 connector. Connecting  
an RS-232 cable to the connector can result in damage to the equipment.  
The Enhanced Monitor, in addition to the DB25-pin connector and the fan switch,  
includes a 9-pin RS-232 D-connector to provide RS-232 communication, Logical  
Address switches, an auxiliary power connection and status lights (see Figure 2–4).  
For information on the pinouts of the RS-232 connector, see Table 3–2 on page 3–5.  
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RS-232C connector  
MONITOR BACKUP  
POWER SUPPLY  
LOGICAL ADDRESS switches  
READY light  
ACCESSED light  
Figure 2–4: Rear view of the Enhanced Monitor  
The Logical Address switches are available with the Enhanced Monitor; these  
switches select the logical addresses for the Enhanced Monitor. The top switch  
sets the most-significant digit, and the bottom switch sets the least-significant  
digit.  
The green READY indicator lights after the power-on diagnostics are complete  
and there are no failures. During normal operation, the light flashes if there is a  
pending error message. Once all error messages have been retrieved, the READY  
indicator stops flashing and remains on.  
The amber ACCESSED indicator lights when the MODID line is accessed by  
the slot 0 device. Refer to Enhanced Monitor Board Jumpers on page B–4 for  
information on the jumper MODID jumper positions.  
An auxiliary power connector (MONITOR BACKUP POWER SUPPLY) allows  
you to apply +5 volts to the Enhanced Monitor board to provide RS-232  
communication with a host computer while the mainframe is not powered on.  
The jumper located just above the power connector determines whether you  
source the +5V standby voltage from the monitor backup power supply  
connector or from the 25-pin connector. (Refer to Enhanced Monitor Board  
Jumpers on page B–4 for information on the jumper positions.)  
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This chapter provides reference information on the mainframe and its connectors.  
A description of the command set and information related to the Enhanced  
Monitor makes up the remainder of this chapter.  
Passive Monitor Connector  
The 25-pin Sub-D connector lets you monitor the power supply voltages, fan  
speed, and the maximum slot temperature rise within the mainframe. The  
connector also provides remote on and off capability and access to the  
SYSRESET* and ACFAIL* signals. Figure 3–1 shows the pinouts of the  
Passive Monitor Connector. Table 3–1 describes each of the pins and its  
function.  
Pin 1  
Pin 25  
Figure 3–1: Passive monitor connector  
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Table 3–1: Passive monitor connector pinouts  
Pin  
1
Function  
+5 VM  
Description  
1
+5 V for voltage monitoring  
1
1
2
–12 VM  
–24 VM  
–2 VM  
–12 V for voltage monitoring  
–24 V for voltage monitoring  
3
1
4
–2 V for voltage monitoring  
2
5
Rem On/Stdby Remote On/Standby Power Switch.  
6
+5 VC  
+12 VC  
+5 VB  
+5 V output for charging batteries, running external TTL circuitry,  
1 A maximum  
7
8
+12 V output for charging batteries, running external TTL circuitry,  
1 A maximum  
Input for +5 V standby voltage (for example, from an external  
3
battery). Maximum of 1 A total (pins 8 and 21 combined)  
9
Gnd  
Logic Ground  
10  
SYSRESET*  
Backplane SYSRESET* signal (input or output). If you use this pin,  
do not violate VXIbus electrical specifications (keep the extender  
cable as short as possible).  
4
11  
12  
T  
An analog output signal proportional to the maximum temperature  
rise of the 13 modules (100 mV/°C) 0V=0°C  
Tach1  
VX1410A: A square wave output signal proportional to the speed of  
Fan 1. RPM = 15 / (+Pulse Width), where (+Pulse Width) is the  
positive pulse width of the Tach1 fan output signal.  
VX1420A: RPM = 10 / (+Pulse Width)  
13  
Tach2  
VX1410A: A square wave output signal proportional to the speed of  
Fan 2. RPM = 15 / (+Pulse Width), where (+Pulse Width) is the  
positive pulse width of the Tach2 fan output signal.  
1
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
+12 VM  
+24 VM  
–5.2 VM  
Gnd  
+12 V for voltage monitoring  
1
+24 V for voltage monitoring  
1
–5.2 V for voltage monitoring  
Logic Ground  
Gnd  
Logic Ground  
Gnd  
Logic Ground  
Gnd  
Logic Ground  
+5 VB  
Input for +5 V standby voltage (for example, from an external  
battery). Maximum of 1 A total (pins 8 and 21 combined)  
3
22  
23  
Gnd  
Logic Ground  
ACFAIL*  
Backplane ACFAIL* signal output. If you use this pin, do not violate  
the VXIbus electrical specifications (keep the extender cable as  
short as possible).  
4
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Table 3–1: Passive monitor connector pinouts (Cont.)  
Pin  
24  
Function  
Gnd  
Description  
Logic Ground  
5
25  
RSV  
Request Service signal  
1
2
To monitor, only use a probe with greater than 1 MW impedance.  
By momentarily grounding this line, the mainframe will toggle from on to off (or vice  
versa). The state changes on the falling edge of the signal. Hold the signal low for at  
least 500 ms before releasing. Attach only a momentary switch or an open collector  
device to drive this line. The line is pulled up to 1 V internally.  
3
If you use pins 8 and 21 (+5 VB) to supply +5 V Standby to the backplane, make sure  
that the rear panel jumper is in the correct position (refer to Enhanced Monitor Board  
Jumpers on page B–4).  
4
5
Refer to VMEbus Specification Manual for details on using the ACFAIL* and  
SYSRESET* signals.  
The RSV signal is equivalent to the IEEE 488.1 SRQ signal. The signal is asserted (0)  
when an enable event is generated; the signal is unasserted(1) when the event is  
cleared by reading the event register. This line is an open collector output. The  
signal can be stand-alone or multiple mainframes can be tied together. If you tie  
multiple mainframes together, each mainframe must be polled to determine the  
source of the service request.  
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The Enhanced Monitor includes a 9-pin RS-232 connector that allows connec-  
tion to a RS-232 host. Figure 3–2 shows the pinouts of the 9-pin RS-232  
connector; Table 3–2 describes the pin assignments.  
Pin 1  
Pin 9  
Figure 3–2: RS-232 connector pinout  
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Table 3–2: RS-232 pin connector  
Pin  
Description  
Shield Protective Ground  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
No Connection  
Receive Data (RxD)  
Transmit Data (TxD)  
Data Terminal Ready (DTR)  
Signal Ground (GND)  
No Connection  
Request to Send (RTS)  
Clear to Send (CTS)  
No Connection  
Backplane Connectors  
Table 3–3 shows the P1 connector pinouts for all slots in the IntelliFrame  
Mainframe. Table 3–4 shows the P2 connector pinouts for slots 1 to 12 and  
Table 3–5 shows the pinouts for the Slot 0 P2 connector.  
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Table 3–3: P1 connector pinouts  
Pin  
1
Row A  
D00  
Row B  
BBSY*  
BCLR*  
ACFAIL*  
BG0IN*  
BG0OUT*  
BG1IN*  
BG1OUT*  
BG2IN*  
BG2OUT*  
BG3IN*  
BG3OUT*  
BR0*  
Row C  
D08  
2
D01  
D09  
3
D02  
D10  
4
D03  
D11  
5
D04  
D12  
6
D05  
D13  
7
D06  
D14  
8
D07  
D15  
9
GND  
SYSCLK  
GND  
DS1*  
DS0*  
WRITE*  
GND  
DTACK*  
GND  
AS*  
GND  
SYSFAIL*  
BERR*  
SYSRESET*  
LWORD*  
AM5  
A23  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
BR1*  
BR2*  
BR3*  
AM0  
A22  
AM1  
A21  
AM2  
A20  
GND  
IACK*  
IACKIN*  
IACKOUT*  
AM4  
AM3  
A19  
GND  
A18  
SERCLK  
SERDAT*  
GND  
A17  
A16  
A15  
A07  
IRQ7*  
A14  
A06  
IRQ6*  
A13  
A05  
IRQ5*  
A12  
A04  
IRQ4*  
A11  
A03  
IRQ3*  
A10  
A02  
IRQ2*  
A09  
A01  
IRQ1*  
A08  
–12 V  
+5 V  
+5 V STDBY  
+5 V  
+12 V  
+5 V  
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Table 3–4: P2 connector pinouts for slots 1 – 12  
Pin  
1
Row A  
Row B  
+5 V  
GND  
RSV1  
A24  
A25  
A26  
A27  
A28  
A29  
A30  
A31  
GND  
+5 V  
D16  
D17  
D18  
D19  
D20  
D21  
D22  
D23  
GND  
D24  
D25  
D26  
D27  
D28  
D29  
D30  
D31  
GND  
+5 V  
Row C  
ECLTRG0  
–2 V  
CLK10+  
CLK10–  
GND  
2
3
ECLTRG1  
GND  
4
–5.2 V  
5
LBUSA00  
LBUSA01  
–5.2 V  
LBUSC00  
LBUSC01  
GND  
6
7
8
LBUSA02  
LBUSA03  
GND  
LBUSC02  
LBUSC03  
GND  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
LBUSA04  
LBUSA05  
–5.2 V  
LBUSC04  
LBUSC05  
–2 V  
LBUSA06  
LBUSA07  
GND  
LBUSC06  
LBUSC07  
GND  
LBUSA08  
LBUSA09  
–5.2 V  
LBUSC08  
LBUSC09  
–5.2 V  
LBUSA10  
LBUSA11  
GND  
LBUSC10  
LBUSC11  
GND  
TTLTRG0*  
TTLTRG2*  
+5 V  
TTLTRG1*  
TTLTRG3*  
GND  
TTLTRG4*  
TTLTRG6*  
GND  
TTLTRG5*  
TTLTRG7*  
GND  
RSV2  
RSV3  
MODID  
GND  
GND  
+24 V  
SUMBUS  
–24 V  
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Table 3–5: P2 connector pinouts for slot 0  
Pin  
1
Row A  
Row B  
+5 V  
GND  
RSV1  
A24  
A25  
A26  
A27  
A28  
A29  
A30  
A31  
GND  
+5 V  
D16  
D17  
D18  
D19  
D20  
D21  
D22  
D23  
GND  
D24  
D25  
D26  
D27  
D28  
D29  
D30  
D31  
GND  
+5 V  
Row C  
ECLTRG0  
–2 V  
CLK10+  
CLK10–  
GND  
2
3
ECLTRG1  
GND  
4
–5.2 V  
5
MODID12  
MODID11  
–5.2 V  
LBUSC00  
LBUSC01  
GND  
6
7
8
MODID10  
MODID09  
GND  
LBUSC02  
LBUSC03  
GND  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
MODID08  
MODID07  
–5.2 V  
LBUSC04  
LBUSC05  
–2 V  
MODID06  
MODID05  
GND  
LBUSC06  
LBUSC07  
GND  
MODID04  
MODID03  
–5.2 V  
LBUSC08  
LBUSC09  
–5.2 V  
MODID02  
MODID01  
GND  
LBUSC10  
LBUSC11  
GND  
TTLTRG0*  
TTLTRG2*  
+5 V  
TTLTRG1*  
TTLTRG3*  
GND  
TTLTRG4*  
TTLTRG6*  
GND  
TTLTRG5*  
TTLTRG7*  
GND  
RSV2  
RSV3  
MODID00  
GND  
GND  
+24 V  
SUMBUS  
–24 V  
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The Enhanced Monitor provides the IntelliFrame Mainframe with the following  
additional capabilities via the VXIbus and the rear panel RS-232 interface:  
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Power supply voltage readouts  
Power supply current readouts  
Power supply wattage readout  
Ambient (input) air temperature readout  
Exhaust temperature readout for each slot  
Fan speed readout  
User-selectable alarms  
User-selectable maximum temperature rise  
VXIbus system monitoring activities  
VX1410A with Option 1M or field upgrade VXF1M (VX1420A front panel  
display is standard) includes a front-panel display to indicate the system status as  
determined by the monitoring system. Use the NEXT and PREV buttons on the  
side of the display to scroll through the individual messages. Table 3–6 lists  
some of the messages that you may see on the display. You can also display user  
defined messages with the DISPlay:TEXT command (see DISplay Subsystem  
beginning on page 3–27).  
Table 3–6: Front panel display messages  
Category  
Message  
Power Supply Voltage Messages  
FAIL:+24V@XX.XX  
FAIL:+12V@XX.XX  
FAIL:+5V@X.XX  
FAIL:+5V STBY@XX.XX  
FAIL:+5V EXT@XX.XX  
FAIL:–2V@X.XX  
FAIL:–5.2V@X.XX  
FAIL:–12V@XX.XX  
FAIL:–24V@XX.XX  
FAIL:+24I@XX.XXA  
Power Supply Current Average  
Messages  
FAIL:+12I@XX.XXA  
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Table 3–6: Front panel display messages (Cont.)  
Category  
Message  
FAIL:+5I@XX.XXA  
FAIL:–2I@XX.XXA  
FAIL:–5.2I@XX.XXA  
FAIL:–12I@XX.XXA  
FAIL:–24I@XX.XXA  
FAIL: Total W@XX.XW  
FAIL:S0 Τ@XX°C  
FAIL:S1 Τ@XX°C  
FAIL:S2 Τ@XX°C  
FAIL:S3 Τ@XX°C  
FAIL:S4 Τ@XX°C  
FAIL:S5 Τ@XX°C  
FAIL:S6 Τ@XX°C  
FAIL:S7 Τ@XX°C  
FAIL:S8 Τ@XX°C  
FAIL:S9 Τ@XX°C  
FAIL:S10 Τ@XX°C  
FAIL:S11 Τ@XX°C  
FAIL:S12 Τ@XX°C  
FAIL:Ambient Τ@XX°C  
FAIL:Fan1 XXXXRPM  
FAIL:Fan2 XXXXRPM (VX1410A only)  
WARN:Clean Filter  
+24 Volts:XX.XXV  
+12 Volts:XX.XXV  
+5 Volts:X.XXV  
Power Supply message  
Slot Temperature messages  
Warning Message  
Power Supply Voltage Messages  
+5V Stby:X.XXV  
+5V External:X.XXV  
–2 Volts:X.XXV  
–5.2 Volts:X.XXV  
–12 Volts:XX.XXV  
–24 Volts:XX.XXV  
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Table 3–6: Front panel display messages (Cont.)  
Category  
Message  
Power Supply Current Amperage  
Messages  
+24V Amps:XX.XXA  
+12V Amps:XX.XXA  
+5V Amps:XX.XXA  
–2V Amps:XX.XXA  
–5.2V Amps:XX.XXA  
–12V Amps:XX.XXA  
–24V Amps:XX.XXA  
Total Power:XXX.XW  
Ambient T:XX°C  
Power Supply Power Messages  
Temperature Status Messages  
∆Τ S0,S1:XX,XX°C  
∆Τ S2,S3:XX,XX°C  
∆Τ S4,S5:XX,XX°C  
∆Τ S6,S7:XX,XX°C  
∆Τ S8,S9:XX,XX°C  
∆Τ S10,S11:XX,XX°C  
∆Τ S12:XX°C  
Fan Status Messages  
Fan 1 RPM: XXXX  
Fan 2 RPM: XXXX (VX1410A only)  
1
Filter Status Message  
Filter Hr Left:HHHH  
Miscellaneous Messages  
Time On:HHHHHH:MM  
Hr of Oper:HHHHHH  
2
Date and Time Message  
Year–Mon–XX XX:XX  
SYSTEM OFF  
SYSTEM OK  
1
To reset the filter cleaning interval, display the filter status message by pressing the  
Next or Prev scroll buttons. While the message displays, press both buttons at the  
same time. The Filter Cleaning Interval will reset to the current interval.  
2
After power on a prompt will appear in the display. Press the PREV and NEXT  
buttons to set the date and time. Pressing the PREV or NEXT will cycle through the  
values, while pressing both buttons simultaneously moves the cursor to the next  
field.  
You can also query the individual messages and status information using the  
commands and queries described in the remainder of this chapter.  
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The remainder of this chapter provides the following information:  
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A summary of the SCPI commands and queries  
An overview of the syntax used with the commands and queries  
A detailed description of each command and query  
A list of error messages  
Brief examples of using commands and queries  
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This section lists IntelliFrame Mainframe commands by functional groups. A  
question symbol surrounded by brackets [?] identifies commands that also have a  
query form.  
Display Commands  
Commands in the DISPlay subsystem display user defined messages on the front  
panel of VX1420A mainframes or VX1410A mainframes with option 1M  
(display). Note that the standard VX1410A mainframe does not include a front  
panel display. Detailed information on the DISPlay command and query begins  
on Page 3–27.  
Table 3–7: Display commands  
Header  
Description  
DISPlay  
[:WINDow]  
:TEXT  
[:DATA][?]  
Sets or queries user defined messages to display on the front  
panel readout.  
:MARQuee [?] Sets or queries the marquee status to scroll the display  
Status Commands  
Commands in the STATus subsystem, along with several IEEE 488.2 Common  
Commands, control the status and event reporting system. Detailed information  
on the STATus subsystem begins on page 3–31.  
Table 3–8: Status commands  
Header  
Description  
STATus  
:OPERation?  
Returns the contents of the Operation Event register as  
a decimal number.  
:CONDition?  
:ENABle[?]  
Returns the contents of the Operation Condition register.  
Sets or queries the contents of the Operation Event  
Enable register.  
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Table 3–8: Status commands (Cont.)  
Header  
Description  
:VXIInterrrupt?  
:Condition?  
Returns the contents of the VXIInterrupt event register.  
Returns the contents of the VXIInterrrupt Condition  
register.  
:INTerrupt  
Returns the time when each interrupt occurred.  
:ENABle[?]  
Sets or queries the contents of the VXIInterrupt enable  
register.  
:VXIMonitor?  
:ACFail?  
Returns the contents of the VXI Monitor Event register.  
Returns the time when the ACFAIL signal was asserted.  
Queries the VXI Bus Error address space.  
:BERR?  
:ENABle[?]  
Sets or queries the contents of the VXI Monitor Enable  
register.  
:SYSFail?  
Returns the time when the VXI SYSFAIL signal was  
asserted.  
:VXITrigger?  
Returns the contents of the VXITrigger Event register.  
:CONDition?  
Returns the contents of the VXITrigger Condition  
register.  
:TRIGger?  
Returns the trigger location.  
:ENABle[?]  
Sets or Queries the Contents of the VXITrigger enable  
register.  
:PRESet  
Presets the SCPI enable registers, transition filters, and  
the Error/Event queue enable.  
:QUEStionable?  
:BLOWer?  
Returns the contents of the Questionable Register as a  
decimal number.  
Returns the contents of the Blower Event register.  
Returns the contents of the Blower Condition register.  
Returns the contents of the Current Event register.  
Returns the maximum current level since power on.  
Returns the contents of the Current Condition register.  
:CONDition?  
:CURRent?  
:CMAXimum?  
:CONDition?  
:ENABle[?]  
Sets or queries the contents of the current enable  
register.  
:LEVel?  
Returns current level.  
:LIMit[?]  
Sets or queries the maximum current usage allowed  
before generating an alarm.  
:MAXimum?  
Returns the maximum current level since the last factory  
maintenance.  
:ENABle[?]  
Sets or queries the contents of the Blower Enable  
register.  
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Table 3–8: Status commands (Cont.)  
Header  
Description  
Returns the fan speed in revolutions per minute.  
:SPEed?  
:CONDition?  
Returns the contents of the Questionable Condition  
register.  
:ENABle[?]  
Sets or queries the contents of the Questionable Status  
Enable register.  
:FILTer  
:TINTerval[?]  
Sets or queries the filter cleaning interval time.  
:TREMaining?  
Returns the remaining time for the next filter cleaning  
cycle.  
:TRESet  
Resets the remaining filter cleaning time to the filter  
cleaning interval.  
:POWer?  
Returns the contents of the power event register.  
Returns the maximum power used since power up.  
Returns the contents of the power condition register.  
:CMAXimum?  
:CONDition?  
:ENABle[?]  
Sets or queries the contents of the power enable  
register.  
:LEVel?  
Returns the wattage used by the mainframe.  
:LIMit[?]  
Set or query the maximum amount of power allowed  
before generating an alarm.  
:MAXimum?  
:TEMPerature?  
:CMAXimum?  
Returns the maximum power high mark used since the  
last factory maintenance.  
Returns the contents of the Temperature Event register  
as a decimal number.  
Returns the maximum measurable temperatures in the  
mainframe since power on.  
:CONDition?  
:ENABle[?]  
Returns the contents of the Temperature Condition  
register.  
Sets or queries the contents of the Temperature Enable  
register.  
:LEVel?  
Returns the current temperatures in the mainframe.  
:LIMit[?]  
Sets or queries the maximum ambient and delta  
temperatures in each slot of the mainframe.  
:MAXimum?  
:VOLTage?  
Returns the maximum measurable temperatures in the  
mainframe since the last factory maintenance.  
Returns the contents of the Voltage Event register as a  
decimal number.  
:CONDition?  
Returns the contents of the Voltage Condition register.  
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Table 3–8: Status commands (Cont.)  
Header  
Description  
:ENABle[?]  
Sets or queries the contents of the Voltage Enable  
register.  
:LEVel?  
:PTR[?]  
Returns the current power supply output voltages.  
Sets or queries the power supply positive transition filter.  
Returns the next message in the error queue.  
:QUEue?  
[:NEXT]?  
Returns the next event code and message from the  
Error/Event queue.  
:ALL?  
Returns a comma-separated list of all unread events  
from the Error/Event queue.  
:CODE?  
Returns the next event code from the Error/Event queue.  
:ALL?  
Returns a comma-separated list of all unread event  
codes from the Error/Event queue.  
:COUNt?  
:ENABle[?]  
:ALL  
Returns the number of unread events from the  
Error/Event queue.  
Sets or queries enable events to be placed in the  
Error/Event queue.  
Presets the Error/Event queue enable to –1999:1000.  
Returns a summary condition of all monitors.  
:SCONdition?  
:S2CONdition?  
Returns the overflow summary information of the  
condition registers.  
:SEVent?  
Returns summary information of all events in the  
mainframe.  
:S2EVent?  
Returns the overflow summary information for events in  
the mainframe.  
System Commands  
Commands in the SYSTem subsystem program utility functions provide version  
information about the IntelliFrame Mainframe. Detailed information on the  
SYSTem subsystem begins on page 3–111.  
Table 3–9: System commands  
Header  
Description  
SYSTem  
:COMMunicate  
:SERial  
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Table 3–9: System commands (Cont.)  
Header  
Description  
Sets or queries the baud rate of the RS-232 port.  
:BAUD[?]  
:BITS[?]  
Sets or queries the number of bits per character in the  
RS-232 port.  
:CONTrol  
:RTS[?]  
:ECHO[?]  
Sets or queries the operation of the RTS and CTS lines.  
Sets or queries whether incoming characters are echoed  
back to the RS-232 port.  
:ERESponse[?] Sets or queries whether error messages are automatically  
returned to the RS-232 port.  
:LBUFfer[?]  
:PACE[?]  
Sets or queries the state of the character buffer.  
Sets or queries whether software flow control (XON/XOFF)  
is enabled.  
:PARity[?]  
:PRESet  
[:ALL]  
Sets or queries the type of parity for the RS-232 port.  
Configures RS-232 port parameters to default values.  
:RAW  
Configures the RS-232 port parameters for use with a  
computer.  
:TERMinal Configures the RS-232 port parameters for use with a  
terminal.  
:SBITs[?]  
Sets or queries the number of stop bits sent with each  
character.  
:DATE[?]  
:LMAintenance?  
:ERRor?  
:ALL?  
Sets or queries the calendar date.  
Returns the last factory maintenance date.  
Returns the next entry from the Error/Event queue.  
Returns a comma separated list of all events stored in the  
Error/Event queue.  
:CODE?  
:ALL?  
Returns the next event code stored in the Error/Event  
queue.  
Returns a comma separated list of all event codes stored in  
Error/Event queue.  
:COUNt?  
:ENABle[?]  
:ALL?  
Returns the number of unread events in the Error/Event  
queue.  
Sets or queries enable events to be placed in the  
Error/Event queue.  
Presets the Error/Event queue enable to –1999:1000.  
:FACTory  
Sets the IntelliFrame Mainframe settings to the factory  
default values.  
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Table 3–9: System commands (Cont.)  
Header  
:HELP  
:SYNTax?  
Description  
Returns the syntax of the specified command.  
:IEMessage  
Sends interface event messages between the VXI interface  
and the RS-232 port.  
:MODel?  
Returns the model number of the mainframe.  
Recalls device settings from nonvolatile RAM.  
Saves device settings to nonvolatile RAM.  
Returns the options installed in the mainframe.  
:NVRecall  
:NVSave  
:OPTions  
:PASSword  
1
:CDISable  
Disables the CALibrate command.  
1
:CENable  
:STATe?  
:POWer[?]  
Enables the CALibrate command.  
1
Queries if password-protected commands are enabled.  
Powers the mainframe on or off. The query returns whether  
the power is on or off.  
:CYCLe?  
Queries the number of times the mainframe power has been  
cycled.  
:SOURce?  
Queries the power source of the enhanced monitor.  
:SYSReset[?]  
Sets or queries whether the VXI SYSRESET signal can  
reset the enhanced monitor.  
:IMMediate  
:TIME[?]  
Initiates a VXI SYSRESET signal.  
Sets or queries the time.  
:LMAintenance?  
Returns the number of hours the mainframe has been  
operating since the last factory maintenance.  
:ON?  
Returns the number of hours the mainframe has been  
operating since power on.  
:VERSion?  
Returns the SCPI version supported by the IntelliFrame  
Mainframe.  
1
These commands are intend to be used only by qualified service personnel while  
servicing the instrument.  
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Test Commands  
Commands in the TEST subsystem execute the internal self-tests of the  
IntelliFrame Mainframe Detailed information on the TEST subsystem begins on  
page 3–149.  
Table 3–10: Test commands  
Header  
Description  
TEST  
[:ALL][?]  
Executes all internal self tests once. The query returns the test  
results.  
:NUMBer[?]  
:RESults?  
Executes a test. The query returns the test result.  
Returns the failure code for the last self-test command that  
was executed.  
:VERBose?  
Returns a failure code as a string describing the last executed  
self-test command and the test results.  
VXI Monitor Commands  
Commands in the VXIMonitor subsystem control parameters that relate to the  
VXIbus. Detailed information on the VXIMonitor subsystem begins on  
page 3–155.  
Table 3–11: VXI Monitor commands  
Header  
Description  
VXIMonitor  
:REPeat[?]  
Sets or queries the repeat mode of the VXI monitor.  
Starts or stops the VXI monitor.  
:STATe[?]  
:TINTerval[?]  
Sets the time interval to run the VXI monitor.  
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IEEE 488.2 Commands  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe supports the following IEEE 488.2 common  
commands. Detailed information on the command begins on page 3–161.  
Table 3–12: IEEE 488.2 common commands  
Header  
Description  
*CLS  
Clears the SCPI and IEEE 488.2 event registers and the  
Error/Event Queue.  
*ESE[?]  
*ESR?  
Sets or queries standard Event Status Enable register.  
Returns the contents of the Standard Event Status Register.  
Returns the identification message of the mainframe.  
Synchronizes command execution with the controller.  
Sets or queries the power-on status clear flag.  
*IDN?  
*OPC[?]  
*PSC[?]  
*RST  
Resets instrument settings to a default state.  
*SRE[?]  
*STB?  
Sets or queries the Service Request Enable register.  
Returns the contents of the Status Byte Register.  
Initiates an internal self test and returns a failure code.  
Synchronizes command execution with the system controller.  
*TST?  
*WAI?  
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Syntax  
This section provides an overview of the commands for the IntelliFrame  
Mainframe and includes the following topics:  
H
H
H
A brief introduction to SCPI  
A description of the command syntax  
Instructions on how to enter commands  
The commands for the mainframe are compatible with IEEE-488.1, IEEE-488.2,  
and SCPI-1995.0 standards.  
SCPI  
SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) is a standard created  
by an international consortium of the major manufacturers of test and measure-  
ment equipment. SCPI uses IEEE-488.2 syntax to provide common commands  
for the same functions of various programmable instruments.  
The standard simplifies the task of programming a group of instruments that use  
SCPI. Instead of having to learn different commands for every instrument, the  
programmer may use the same commands for the same functions of each  
instrument.  
The controller sends instructions to the instrument in the form of commands or  
queries. Commands modify control settings or tell the instrument to perform a  
specific action. Queries cause the instrument to send data or status information  
back to the controller. A question mark at the end of a command header  
identifies it as a query.  
Command Syntax  
Any instruction that you send to an instrument that complies with SCPI must  
have at least three basic elements:  
H
H
H
Command header  
Parameter (if required)  
Message terminator or separator  
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Command Headers  
The command header has a hierarchical structure that may be represented by a  
command tree (see Figure 3–3). An easy-to-remember word called a mnemonic  
designates each level of the hierarchy. A colon separates the levels.  
The top level of the tree is the root level. A root node is a mnemonic at the root  
level. A root node and one or more lower-level nodes form a header path to the  
last node called the leaf node.  
:STATus  
Root node  
Lower-level  
nodes  
...  
QUEStionable  
OPERation  
...  
ENABle?  
...  
ENABle  
[EVENt]?  
Leaf nodes  
Figure 3–3: Tree hierarchy  
The header path and leaf node together form the command header. Figure 3–4  
shows the command header for the leaf node indicated in Figure 3–3.  
:STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle  
Root Node  
Leaf Node  
Header Path  
Command Header  
Figure 3–4: Command header  
Parameter  
You must include values for commands that have parameters. In this manual, the  
< > symbols enclose the parameter type when stating the syntax of the com-  
mand. For example, the syntax of the command in Figure 3–5 includes the  
<NRf> parameter type.  
:STATus:OPERation:ENABle <NRf>  
Parameter  
Type  
Space  
Figure 3–5: Command header with parameter  
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NOTE. Do not include the <, >, {,}, or | symbols when entering the actual value for  
a parameter.  
Separate multiple parameters after a command header with a comma. For  
example:  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit DELTa1,30  
Table 3–13 defines the command and response parameter types for the Intelli-  
Frame Mainframe.  
Table 3–13: Parameter types for syntax descriptions  
Parameter type  
Description  
Example  
Boolean  
Boolean number or value (command parameter, ON or 1  
response returns a 1 or 0)  
OFF or 0  
Block  
A specified length of block-formatted data  
(command parameter)  
#212xxxxxxxxxxxx  
where 2 indicates that  
the following 2 digits  
(12) specify the length  
of the following block  
data (xxx...)  
Nondecimal numeric  
Integers in hexadecimal (#H), octal (#Q), or  
binary (#B) format (command parameter).  
#H00FF, #B010101,  
#Q0753  
NR1  
NR2  
NRf  
Integers (response parameter)  
0, 1, 15  
Decimal numbers (response parameter)  
1.2, 3.141516, 6.5  
Integer, decimal, or floating point number as well 1, 3E+1, MAX, 2.6  
as MAX and MIN for setting the largest or  
smallest value the instrument allows. (command  
parameter)  
discrete  
String  
A list of specific values (command or response  
parameter)  
P24, P5EXT, N2, ...  
Alphanumeric characters within quotation marks “No error”  
(command or response parameter)  
Parameter values that appear in this manual are often enclosed in curly braces  
({}) separated by a vertical line. This vertical line means the same thing as the  
word “or.” For example, values for the parameter <Boolean> are  
{0|1|OFF|ON}  
This is the same thing as saying “0 or 1 or OFF or ON.” Any single value is a  
valid parameter.  
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Message Terminator and  
In accordance with IEEE 488.2 and the VXIbus specification, the IntelliFrame  
Mainframe accepts any of the following message terminators:  
Message Separator  
H
LF^END  
Linefeed code (hexadecimal 0A) with the END bit in the  
Byte Available command asserted.  
H
H
LF  
Linefeed code  
<dab>^END Last data byte with the END bit in the Byte Available  
command asserted.  
A semicolon separates one command from another when the commands appear  
on the same line. See Entering Commands.  
Entering Commands  
The standards that govern the command set for the IntelliFrame Mainframe  
allows for a certain amount of flexibility when you enter commands. For  
example, you can abbreviate many commands or combine commands into one  
message that you send to the mainframe. This flexibility, called “friendly  
listening,” saves programming time and makes the command set easier to  
remember and use.  
Command Characters  
The mainframe is not sensitive to the case of command characters. You can enter  
commands in either upper or lower case.  
You can precede any command with white space characters. White space  
characters include a space or any combination of the ASCII control characters  
hexadecimal 00 through 1F except for the character 0A (new line). You must,  
however, use at least one space between the parameter and the command header.  
Abbreviating Commands  
Most commands have a long form and a short form. The listing for each  
command in this section shows the abbreviations in upper case. For example,  
you can enter the query SYSTem:ERRor? simply as SYST:ERR? (or syst:err?).  
The brackets around a mnemonic indicate that the mainframe assumes this level  
of the command header by default. It is not necessary, therefore, for this  
mnemonic to appear as part of the header when you send the command. For  
example, you can abbreviate the command  
STATus:OPERational[:EVENt]?  
to  
STAT:OPER?  
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Because the mainframe assumes that a command at the beginning of a program  
message starts from the root, you have the option of beginning the initial  
command header with a colon (:).  
Combining Commands  
You can combine (concatenate) commands and queries using a semicolon (;).  
The mainframe executes concatenated commands in the order it receives them.  
When you concatenate queries, the mainframe combines the responses into a  
single response message. For example, querying both the standard event status  
register and the error/event queue in the same program message  
STATus:OPERation?;:SYSTem:ERRor?  
returns the response message  
0;0,"No errors"  
If the command that follows the semicolon has a different header path from the  
root level, you must use a colon to force a return to the root level:  
SYSTem:VERSion?;:TEST:RESult?  
If the command that follows the semicolon has the same header path, you may  
omit the colon and the path and state only the new leaf node. This makes it  
possible, for example, to shorten the concatenated query  
SYSTem:TIME:LMAintenance?;:SYSTem:TIME:ON?  
into  
SYSTem:TIME:LMAintenance?;ON?  
The 488.2 common commands that begin with an asterisk (*) may be used  
anywhere in a command sequence with no effect on the command header path.  
SYSTem:VERSion?;*ESR?  
returns  
1995.0;16  
You can combine commands and queries into the same message. Note, for  
example, the following combination which sets the temperature limit and queries  
to verify the setting  
status:questionable:temperature:limit AMBient,25;limit? AMBient  
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DISPlay Subsystem  
This section describes the commands in the DISPlay Subsystem, which applies  
to all VX1420A mainframes or VX1410A mainframes with Option 1M or field  
upgrade VXF1M. Use the DISPlay subsystem to display user defined messages  
on the front panel. Figure 3–6 lists the DISPlay subsystem parameters.  
NOTE. The standard VX1410A mainframe does not include a front-panel display.  
DISPlay  
WINDow  
TEXT  
MARQuee  
DATA  
Figure 3–6: DISPlay subsystem hierarchy  
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DISPlay:WINDow:TEXT:DATA  
DISPlay:WINDow:TEXT:DATA?  
Sets or queries the user defined message to be displayed on the front panel  
readout of the mainframe. You can display up to 60 characters in the message.  
The string “SYSTEM OK” is the default factory message. This message only  
displays when there are no monitor failures.  
Syntax  
DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT[:DATA] <String>|<Block>  
DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT[:DATA]?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
<String>  
<Block>  
<String>  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–223, “Too Much Data”  
You attempted to send too much data to the display.  
–220, “Parameter Error”  
You attempted to send nonprinting data in the block parameter.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: DISP:TEXT SYSTEM INIT"  
Query:  
DISP:TEXT?  
Response: SYSTEM INIT"  
Related Commands  
None  
NOTE. (DISPlay:WINDow:TEXT:DATA): This command applies to all  
VX1420A mainframes or VX1410A mainframes with Option 1M.  
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DISPlay:TEXT:MARQuee  
DISPlay:TEXT:MARQuee?  
Sets or queries the state of marquee display on the front panel readout of the  
mainframe. Up to 20 characters can be displayed at one time. For user defined  
messages of greater length (60 characters maximum) the display will rotate  
slowly to the left. When ON is selected the user defined message will continu-  
ously rotate to the left regardless of the length.  
Syntax  
DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT:MARQuee <Display Control>  
DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT:MARQuee?  
<Display control>  
Query response  
Parameters  
AUTO  
ON  
AUTO  
ON  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to set the marquee display to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: DISP:TEXT:MARQ AUTO  
Query:  
DISP:TEXT:MARQ?  
Response: AUTO  
Related Commands  
None  
NOTE. (DISPlay:WINDow:TEXT:MARQuee): This command applies to all  
VX1420A mainframes or VX1410A mainframes with Option 1M.  
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STATus Subsystem  
This section describes each command and query in the STATus subsystem. The  
STATus subsystem controls the parameters shown in Figure 3–7.  
STATus  
OPERation  
PRESet QUEStionable QUEue  
SCONdition S2CONdition SEVent S2EVent  
TEMPerature VOLTage  
CURRent  
BLOWer FILTer  
POWer  
VXITrigger  
INTerrupt  
VXIMonitor  
Figure 3–7: STATus subsystem hierarchy  
Use the STATus subsystem to monitor the status of the voltages, currents, power,  
temperatures, fans, and the VXI Monitor.  
The differences between the Event Registers and the Condition Register are as  
follows:  
H
Reading the Event Register is destructive. Contents are reset to zero until an  
event occurs. If the triggering event disappears, the corresponding event bit  
remains set until the register is read or *RST (IEEE command) is performed.  
H
Reading the Condition Register is not destructive. The Condition Register  
gives a real-time account of the status.  
The Enable Register does not affect the related Event or Condition Registers. For  
example, the Enable Register for the current sense  
(“STAT:QUES:CURR:ENABLE?”) does not effect which bits are set in the  
Condition Register (“STAT:QUES:CURR:COND?”). The Enable Register does  
affect which bits will cause the current bit to be set in the questionable Event  
Register (”STAT:QUES?”) or the questionable condition register  
(“STAT:QUES:COND?”).  
Examples:  
1. Read the amperage draw used by the +5 Volt supply:  
STAT:QUES:CURR:LEV? P5  
The system response: 17.5  
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2. Read the Event Register for all currents:  
STAT:QUES:CURR?  
The system response: 0  
3. Read the Condition Register for all currents:  
STAT:QUES:CURR:COND?  
The system response: 0  
4. Set an alarm to activate by dropping the amperage threshold for the +5 Volt  
supply down to 10 Amps:  
STAT:QUES:CURR:LIMIT P5, 10.0  
The system response: The front panel display should start flashing the alarm  
for +5V current over limits  
5. Read the Condition and Event Registers. They should have bit 2 set.  
STAT:QUES:CURR?  
The system response: 4  
STAT:QUES:CURR:CONDITION:  
The system response: 4  
6. Read the same registers: since the event still exists the Condition Register  
will display the problem with +5V current. The Event Register was cleared  
from the previous read operation:  
STAT:QUES:CURR?  
The system response: 0  
STAT:QUES:CURR:COND?  
The system response: 4  
7. Clear all event registers and reset the alarm:  
*CLS  
8. Read the Event Register that shows *CLS caused the event to be  
re-triggered:  
STAT:QUES:CURR?  
The system response: 4  
9. Clear the event again to trigger the event, but this time eliminate the error  
before reading registers:  
*CLS  
STAT:QUES:CURR:LIMIT P5, MAX  
The system response: The alarm is removed  
STAT:QUES:CURR?  
The system response: 4 (Error situation removed, but still displays the event)  
STAT:QUES:CURR:COND?  
The system response: 0 (No errors exist at this time)  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:OPERation?  
Returns the contents of the Operation Event register. A value of one in a bit  
indicates the corresponding condition bit changed from false to true. Unused bits  
always return a value of zero. The register is cleared by the *CLS command.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation[:EVENt]?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
Operation status word bits  
Definition  
CALibrating  
Not Used  
D0  
D1  
D2  
Not Used  
D3  
Not Used  
D4  
Not Used  
D5  
VXI Triggers  
Not Used  
D6  
D7  
Not Used  
D8  
VXI Monitor  
Mainframe Power Down  
VXI Interrupts  
Not Used  
D9  
D10  
D11  
D12  
D13  
D14  
D15  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
0
None  
Reading the register clears it.  
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Examples  
Query:  
STAT:OPER?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:CONDition?  
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STATus:OPERation:CONDition?  
Returns the contents of the Operation Condition register. A value of one in a bit  
indicates the corresponding current condition is asserted. Definition of the bits in  
this register can be found under the STATus:OPERation? command on  
page 3–33. Unused bits always return a value of 0.  
Reading the Operation Condition register does not clear it.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:CONDition?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:COND?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation?  
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STATus:OPERation:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:ENABle?  
Sets or queries the contents of the Operation Event Enable register. Setting  
unused enable bits does not generate an error; the unused bits are ignored.  
If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166)  
at power-on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM; otherwise  
the register value at power-on is set to #H0000. Executing the STATus:PRESet  
command sets the register value to #H0000.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:ENABle <Mask>  
STATus:OPERation:ENABle?  
<Mask>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{<NRf> | <Nondecimal Numeric>}  
<NR1>  
0 N #HFFFF  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the mask to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: STAT:OPER:ENAB #H0100  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:ENAB?  
Response: 256  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation?  
STATus:OPERation:CONDition  
STATus:PRESet  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt?  
Queries the contents of the VXI Interrupts Monitor Event Register. A value of  
one in a bit indicates the corresponding condition bit has transitioned from false  
to true. Unused bits always return a value of zero. The register is cleared by the  
*CLS command.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt[:EVENt]?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
VXI Monitor event word bits  
Definition  
D0  
IRQ1 occurred  
IRQ2 occurred  
IRQ3 occurred  
IRQ4 occurred  
IRQ5 occurred  
IRQ6 occurred  
IRQ7 occurred  
Not Used  
D1  
D2  
D3  
D4  
D5  
D6  
D7  
D8  
Not Used  
D9  
Not Used  
D10  
D11  
D12  
D13  
D14  
D15  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
None  
Errors and Events  
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Dependencies  
Reading the register clears it.  
Examples  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:VXII?  
Response: 1  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:CONDition?  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle  
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STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:CONDition?  
Queries the contents of the VXI Interrupt Monitor Condition register. A value of  
one in a bit indicates the corresponding condition bit has transitioned from false  
to true. Unused bits always return a value of zero. Definition of the bits in this  
register can be found in STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt command.  
The enhanced monitor latches the state of the VXI IRQ lines into a hardware  
register. This register is cleared upon VXI Monitor initialization. This query  
returns the state of this register.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:CONDition?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:VXII:COND?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt?  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle  
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STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:INTerrupt?  
Queries the time when the VXI Interrupt signal was asserted. The time is relative  
to the mainframe power-on time.  
If there are multiple occurrences of the Interrupt signal, only the time of the  
first assertion is saved.  
When no Interrupt is detected, the query returns a value of 0 in all fields. At  
power-on, or starting the VXI monitor, the values of all fields are set to 0.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:INTerrupt? <interrupt>  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
{IRQ1 ... IRQ7}  
<Hour>,<Minute>,<Second>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:VXII:INT? IRQ1  
Response: 12,3,1  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:CONDition?  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt?  
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STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle?  
Sets or queries the contents of the VXI Interrupt Monitor Enable register. Setting  
unused enable bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored.  
If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166)  
at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM; otherwise  
the register value at power on is set to #H7FFF. Executing the STATus:PRESet  
command sets the register value to #H7FFF.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle <Mask>  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle?  
<Mask>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf> | <Nondecimal Numeric>  
<NR1>  
0 N #HFFFF  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the enable register to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: STAT:OPER:VXII:ENAB #H0001  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:VXII:ENAB?  
Response: 1  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt?  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:CONDition?  
STATus:PRESet  
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STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor?  
Queries the contents of the VXI Monitor Event Register. A value of one in a bit  
indicates the corresponding condition bit changed from false to true. Unused bits  
always return a value of zero. The register is cleared by the *CLS command.  
The VXI Monitor must be running (See VXIMonitor Subsystem on page 3–155)  
for these events to be recorded.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor[:EVENt]?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
VXI Monitor event word bits  
Definition  
BERR Occurred  
SYSFAIL Occurred  
ACFAIL Occurred  
AS Missing  
Not Used  
D0  
D1  
D2  
D3  
D4  
D5  
Not Used  
D6  
Not Used  
D7  
Not Used  
D8  
Not Used  
D9  
Not Used  
D10  
D11  
D12  
D13  
D14  
D15  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
None  
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Dependencies  
Examples  
Reading the register clears it.  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:VXIM?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:CONDition?  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle  
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STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ACFail?  
Queries the time when the VXI ACFAIL signal was asserted. The time is relative  
to the mainframe power-on time.  
If there are multiple occurrences of the ACFAIL signal, only the time of the  
first assertion is saved. Reading the time enables it to record the next ACFAIL  
signal assertion time.  
When no ACFAIL is detected, the query returns a value of 0 in all fields. At  
power-on, or restarting VXIMonitor the values of all fields are set to 0.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ACFail?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<Hour>,<Minute>,<Second>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:VXIM:ACF?  
Response: 0,0,0  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:CONDition?  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor?  
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STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:BERR?  
Queries the VXI Bus Error address space.  
If multiple bus errors occurred, only the first BERR address space will be saved.  
If there are no errors, the query returns NONE.  
At power-on the value is set to NONE.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:BERR?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
{A16 | A24 | A32 | NONE}  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:VXIM:BERR?  
Response: A16  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:CONDition?  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor?  
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STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:CONDition?  
Queries the contents of the VXI Monitor Condition register. A value of one in a  
bit indicates the corresponding condition bit has transitioned from false to true.  
Unused bits always return a value of zero. Definition of the bits in this register  
can be found in STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor command.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:CONDition?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:VXIM:COND?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor?  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle  
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STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle?  
Sets or queries the contents of the VXI Monitor Enable register. Setting unused  
enable bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored.  
If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166)  
at power-on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM; otherwise  
the register value at power-on is set to #H7FFF. Executing the STATus:PRESet  
command sets the register value to #H7FFF.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle <Mask>  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle?  
<Mask>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{<NRf> | <Nondecimal Numeric>}  
<NR1>  
0 N #HFFFF  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the enable register to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: STAT:OPER:VIXM:ENAB #H0001  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:VXIM:ENAB?  
Response: 1  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor?  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:CONDition?  
STATus:PRESet  
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STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:SYSFail?  
Queries the time when the VXI SYSFAIL signal was asserted. The time is  
relative to the mainframe power-on time.  
If there are multiple occurrences of the VXI SYSFAIL signal, only the time of  
the first assertion is saved. Reading the time enables it to record the next  
SYSFAIL signal assertion time.  
When no SYSFAIL is detected, the query returns a value of 0 in all fields. At  
power-on, or after restarting VXIMonitor the values of all fields are set to 0.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:SYSFail?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<Hour>,<Minute>,<Second>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:VXIM:SYSF?  
Response: 12,3,1  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:CONDition?  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor?  
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STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger?  
Queries the contents of the VXI TTL Trigger Monitor Event Register. A value of  
one in a bit indicates that the corresponding condition bit has transitioned from  
high to low. Unused bits always return a value of zero.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger[:EVENt]?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
VXI Monitor event word bits  
Definition  
D0  
TTL0trig occurred  
TTL1trig occurred  
TTL2trig occurred  
TTL3trig occurred  
TTL4trig occurred  
TTL5trig occurred  
TTL6trig occurred  
TTL7trig occurred  
Not Used  
D1  
D2  
D3  
D4  
D5  
D6  
D7  
D8  
D9  
Not Used  
D10  
D11  
D12  
D13  
D14  
D15  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Not Applicable  
None  
Reading the register clears it.  
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Examples  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:VXIT?  
Response: 1  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:CONDition?  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle  
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STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:CONDition?  
Queries the contents of the VXI TTL Trigger Monitor Condition register. A  
value of one in a bit indicates the corresponding condition bit has transitioned  
from high to low. Unused bits always return a value of zero. The definition of  
the bits in this register can be found in STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger  
command.  
The enhanced monitor latches the state of VXI TTL Trigger lines into a hardware  
register. This register cleared upon VXI Monitor initialization. This query returns  
the state of this register.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:CONDition?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:VXIT:COND?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger?  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle  
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STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:TRIGger?  
Queries the time when the VXI TTL Trigger signal was asserted. The time is  
relative to the mainframe power on time.  
If there are multiple occurrences of the TTL Trigger signal, only the time of  
the first assertion is saved.  
When no Trigger is detected, the query returns a value of 0 in all fields. At power  
on, or after starting the VXI monitor, the values of all fields are set to 0.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:TRIGger? <trigger>  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
{TTL0trig ... TTL7trig}  
<Hour>,<Minute>,<Second>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:VXIT:TRIG? TTL0  
Response: 12,3,1  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:CONDition?  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger?  
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STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle?  
Sets or queries the contents of the VXI TTL Trigger Monitor Enable register.  
Setting unused enable bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored.  
If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166)  
at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM; otherwise  
the register value at power on is set to #H7FFF. Executing the STATus:PRESet  
command sets the register value to #H7FFF.  
Syntax  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle <Mask>  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle?  
<Mask>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf> | <Nondecimal Numeric>  
<NR1>  
0 N #HFFFF  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the enable register to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: STAT:OPER:VXIT:ENAB #H0001  
Query:  
STAT:OPER:VXIT:ENAB?  
Response: 1  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger?  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:CONDition?  
STATus:PRESet  
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STATus:PRESet  
Presets the SCPI enable registers. The Operation and Questionable Enable  
registers are preset to zero, disabling all events. All other enable registers are  
preset to all ones, enabling all events. The Error/Event Queue is preset to the  
default value of –499:0. The SCPI Positive Transition Filters are preset to 1.  
This command does not clear the SCPI event registers or the IEEE 488.2 enable  
and event registers.  
Syntax  
STATus:PRESet  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
0
None  
None.  
Examples  
Command: STAT:PRES  
Related Commands  
STATus:OPERation:ENABle  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle  
*CLS  
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STATus:QUEStionable?  
Returns the contents of the Questionable Event register. A value of one in a bit  
indicates the corresponding condition bit changed from false to true. Unused bits  
always return a value of zero. The register is cleared by the *CLS command.  
There is no command associated with this query..  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable[:EVENt]?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
Questionable status word bits  
Definition  
VOLTage  
CURRent  
Not Used  
POWer  
D0  
D1  
D2  
D3  
D4  
TEMPerature  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
CALibration  
BLOWer  
D5  
D6  
D7  
D8  
D9  
D10  
D11  
D12  
D13  
D14  
D15  
FILTer  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
0
None  
Reading the register clears it.  
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Examples  
Query:  
STAT:QUES?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer?  
Queries the contents of the Blower Event register. A value of one in a bit  
indicates the corresponding condition bit changed from false to true and that  
there may be a problem with one of the fans. Unused bits always return a value  
of zero. The register is cleared by the *CLS command.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer[:EVENt]?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
Blower status word bits  
Definition  
Blower 1  
Blower 2  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
D0  
D1  
D2  
D3  
D4  
D5  
D6  
D7  
D8  
D9  
D10  
D11  
D12  
D13  
D14  
D15  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
None  
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Dependencies  
Reading the register clears it.  
Examples  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:BLOW?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle  
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STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:CONDition?  
Returns the contents of the Blower Condition register. A value of one in a bit  
indicates possible problems with one of the fans. Unused always return a value  
of zero. Definition of the bits in this register can be found under the  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer command on page 3–57.  
Reading this register does not clear it.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:CONDition?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:BLOW:COND?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer?  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle  
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STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle?  
Sets or queries the contents of the Blower Enable register. Setting unused enable  
bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored. Enabling bits in the register  
allows information from the Blower Event register to be passed on to the  
Questionable Event register.  
If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166)  
at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM; otherwise  
the register value at power on is set to #H7FFF. Executing the STATus:PRESet  
command sets the register value to #H7FFF.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle <Mask>  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle?  
<Mask>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{<NRf> | <Nondecimal Numeric>}  
<NR1>  
0 N #HFFFF  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the enable register to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: STAT:QUES:BLOW:ENAB #H0000  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:BLOW:ENAB?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer?  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:CONDition?  
STATus:PRESet  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:SPEed?  
Queries the current fan (blower) rotational speed in revolutions per min-  
ute (RPM). Normal values are 1200 to 3350 for the VX1410A and 650 to 2250  
for the VX1420A.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:SPEed? <Blower>  
<Blower>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{BLOWer1 | BLOWer2}  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to use an invalid parameter value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:BLOW:SPE? BLOW1  
Response: 1200  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer?  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle  
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STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition?  
Queries the contents of the Questionable Condition register. Unused bits always  
return a value of zero. Definition of the bits in this register can be found under  
the STATus:QUEStionable? command on page 3–55.  
Reading the register does not clear it.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:COND?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable?  
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent?  
Queries the contents of the Current Event register. A one in a bit indicates the  
corresponding power supply failure event has been asserted. Unused bits always  
return a value of zero. The register is also cleared by the *CLS command.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent[:EVENt]?  
<Event>  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
Current status word bits  
Definition  
+24 V  
D0  
D1  
+12 V  
D2  
+5 V  
D3  
Not Used  
Not Used  
–2 V  
D4  
D5  
D6  
–5.2 V  
D7  
–12 V  
D8  
–24 V  
D9  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
D10  
D11  
D12  
D13  
D14  
D15  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Not Applicable  
None  
Reading the register clears it.  
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Examples  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:CURR?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle  
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STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:CMAXimum?  
Queries the current maximum measurable power supply currents within the  
mainframe since power on; the returned value is in amperes.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:CMAXimum? <power supply>  
<Power supply>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{P24 | P12 | P5 | N2 | N5PT2 | N12 | N24}  
<NR2>  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to use an illegal parameter value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:CURR:CMAX? P12  
Response: 5.1  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LEVel?  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:MAXimum?  
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STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:CONDition?  
Queries the contents of the Current Condition register. A value of one in a bit  
indicates the corresponding power supply is currently failing. Unused bits always  
return a value of zero. Definition of the bits in this register can be found in  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent? command.  
Reading the register does not clear it.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:CONDition?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query: STAT:QUES:CURR:COND?  
Response:0  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent?  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle  
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STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle?  
Sets or queries the contents of the Current Enable register. Setting unused enable  
bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored.  
If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166)  
at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM; other-  
wise, the register value at power on is set to #H7FFF. Executing the STA-  
Tus:PRESet command sets the register value to #H7FFF.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle <Mask>  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle?  
<Mask>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf> | <Nondecimal Numeric>  
<NR1>  
0 N #HFFFF  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the enable register to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: STAT:QUES:CURR:ENAB #H3FFF  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:CURR:ENAB?  
Response: 16383  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent?  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:CONDition?  
STATus:PRESet  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LEVel?  
Queries the current power supply output amperage.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LEVel? <Power Supply>  
<Power supply>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{P24 | P12 | P5 | N2 | N5PT2 | N12 | N24}  
<NR2>  
Code  
P24  
P12  
P5  
Power supply  
+24V  
+12V  
+5V  
N2  
–2V  
N5PT2  
N12  
N24  
–5.2V  
–12V  
–24V  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to use an illegal parameter value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:CURR:LEV? P5  
Response: 5.11  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent?  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle  
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STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LIMit  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LIMit?  
Sets or queries the maximum allowable current to be drawn from each of the  
power supplies.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LIMit <Location>,<Limit>  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LIMit? <Location>  
<Location>  
Query response (Amperes)  
{P24 | P12 | P5 | N2 | N5 | N12 | N24}  
<NR2>  
<Limit>  
<NRf>  
MIN {all supplies}  
0.0  
MAX {each supply}  
P24  
P12  
P5  
13.0  
13.0  
95.0  
N2  
–30.0  
–60.0  
–13.0  
–13.0  
N5PT2  
N12  
N24  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to set the location to an illegal value.  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the current limit to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:CURR:LIM? P24  
Response: 12.0  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent?  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LEVel?  
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STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:MAXimum?  
Queries the current maximum measurable power supply currents within the  
mainframe since the last factory maintenance was performed; the returned value is  
in amperes.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:MAXimum? <power supply>  
<Power supply>  
Query response (Amperes)  
Parameters  
{P24 | P12 | P5 | N2 | N5PT2 | N12 | N24}  
<NR2>  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to use an illegal parameter value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:CURR:MAX? P12  
Response: 7.1  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LEVel?  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:CMAXimum?  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle?  
Sets or queries the contents of the Questionable Enable register. Setting unused  
enable bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored.  
If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166)  
at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM; otherwise  
the register value at power on is set to #H0000. Executing the STATus:PRESet  
command sets the register value to #H0000.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle <Mask>  
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle?  
<Mask>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{<NRf> | <Nondecimal Numeric>}  
<NR1>  
0 N #HFFFF  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
The value of the data was outside of the legal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: STAT:QUES:ENAB #H0001  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:ENAB?  
Response: 1  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable?  
STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition?  
STATus:PRESet  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval?  
Sets or queries the filter cleaning interval in hours. The factory default setting is  
4000 hours.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval <Time>  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval?  
<Time>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf>  
<NR1>  
1 N 65535  
MIN  
1
MAX  
65535  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the filter cleaning time interval to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: STAT:QUES:FILT:TINT 300  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:FILT:TINT?  
Response: 300  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TREMaining?  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TRESet  
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STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TREMaining?  
Returns the time for the next filter cleaning cycle.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TREMaining?  
Parameter  
Query response  
<NR1>  
Parameters  
0
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
0
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:FILT:TREM?  
Response: 300  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TRESet  
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STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TRESet  
Resets the filter cleaning remaining time to the cleaning interval time.  
You can also reset the filter cleaning time by pressing both the PREV and NEXT  
keys on the front panel-display when the front panel displays the filter cleaning  
warning message or the filter cleaning remaining time (Option 1M only).  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TRESet  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
Not Applicable  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
0
0
None  
Examples  
Command: STAT:QUES:FILT:TRES  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TREMaining?  
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STATus:QUEStionable:POWer?  
Queries the contents of the Power Event register. A one in the corresponding bit  
indicates the power supply failure event has been asserted. Unused bits always  
return a value of zero. The register is also cleared by the *CLS command.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer[:EVENt]?  
<Event>  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
Current status word bits  
Definition  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Total Power occurred  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
D0  
D1  
D2  
D3  
D4  
D5  
D6  
D7  
D8  
D9  
D10  
D11  
D12  
D13  
D14  
D15  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Not Applicable  
None  
Reading the register clears it.  
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Examples  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:POW?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle  
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STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CMAXimum?  
Queries the current maximum measurable total power supply wattage within the  
mainframe since power on; the returned value is in watts.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CMAXimum?  
<Power supply>  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR2>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:POW:CMAX?  
Response: 824.5  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LEVel?  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:MAXimum?  
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STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CONDition?  
Queries the contents of the Power Condition register. A value of one in the 9 bit  
indicates the power supply is over limits. Unused bits always return a value of  
zero. Definition of the bits in this register can be found in STATus:QUEStion-  
able:POWer? command.  
Reading the register does not clear it.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CONDition?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query: STAT:QUES:POW:COND?  
Response:0  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer?  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle  
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STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle?  
Sets or queries the contents of the Power Enable register. Setting unused enable  
bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored.  
If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166)  
at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM; otherwise  
the register value at power on is set to #H7FFF. Executing the STATus:PRESet  
command sets the register value to #H7FFF.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle <Mask>  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle?  
<Mask>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf> | <Nondecimal Numeric>  
<NR1>  
0 N #HFFFF  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the enable register to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: STAT:QUES:POW:ENAB #H3FFF  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:POW:ENAB?  
Response: 512  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer?  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CONDition?  
STATus:PRESet  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LEVel?  
Queries the total power supply output wattage.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LEVel?  
<Power Supply>  
Query response  
<NR2>  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:POW:LEV?  
Response: 812.3  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer?  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle  
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STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LIMit  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LIMit?  
Sets or queries the maximum allowable power to be drawn from the entire  
power supply.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LIMit <Limit>  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LIMit?  
<Limit>  
Query response  
<NRf>  
MIN  
MAX  
<NR2>  
0.0  
VX1410A: 925.0  
VX1420A: 1000.0  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the power limit to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:POW:LIM?  
Response: 675.0  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer?  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LEVel?  
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STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:MAXimum?  
Queries the current maximum measurable total power supply wattage within the  
mainframe since the last factory maintenance was performed; the returned value is  
in watts.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:MAXimum?  
<Power supply>  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR2>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:POW:MAX?  
Response: 876.3  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LEVel?  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CMAXimum?  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature?  
Returns the contents of the Temperature Event register. A value of one in a bit  
indicates the corresponding condition bit has transitioned from false to true.  
Unused bits always return a value of zero. The register is cleared by the *CLS  
command.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature[:EVENt]?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
Blower status word bits  
Definition  
D0  
Slot 0 Delta Temperature  
Slot 1 Delta Temperature  
Slot 2 Delta Temperature  
Slot 3 Delta Temperature  
Slot 4 Delta Temperature  
Slot 5 Delta Temperature  
Slot 6 Delta Temperature  
Slot 7 Delta Temperature  
Slot 8 Delta Temperature  
Slot 9 Delta Temperature  
Slot 10 Delta Temperature  
Slot 11 Delta Temperature  
Slot 12 Delta Temperature  
Ambient Temperature  
Not Used  
D1  
D2  
D3  
D4  
D5  
D6  
D7  
D8  
D9  
D10  
D11  
D12  
D13  
D14  
D15  
Not Used  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
None  
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Dependencies  
Reading the register clears it.  
Examples  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:TEMP?  
Response: 1  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CMAXimum?  
Queries the current maximum measurable temperatures in the mainframe since  
power on. The returned value is in °C.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CMAXimum? <Location>  
<Location>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{AMBient | OUT0 . . . OUT12 | DELTa0 . . .  
DELTa12}  
<NR1>  
AMBient – ambient input temperature  
OUT0 . . . OUT12 – output temperature of  
each slot  
DELTa0 . . . DELTa12 – output temperature  
minus input temperature of each slot  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to use an illegal parameter value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:TEMP:CMAX? DELTA12  
Response: 50  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LEVel?  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:MAXimum?  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CONDition?  
Queries the contents of the Temperature Condition register. A value of one in a  
bit indicates the corresponding temperature condition is outside of the limits.  
Unused bits always return a value of zero. Definition of the bits in this register  
can be found under the STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature? command on  
page 3–83.  
If the fan speed is already set to the maximum speed and the delta temperature is  
above the limit for 30 seconds, a failure will be reported.  
Reading the register does not clear it.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CONDition?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:TEMP:COND?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature?  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle  
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STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle?  
Sets or queries the contents of the Temperature Enable register. Setting unused  
enable bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored.  
If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166)  
at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM;  
otherwise, the register value at power on is set to #H7FFF. Executing the  
STATus:PRESet command sets the register value to #H7FFF.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle <Mask>  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle?  
<Mask>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{<NRf> | <Nondecimal Numeric>}  
<NR1>  
0 N #HFFFF  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the enable register to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: STAT:QUES:TEMP:ENAB #H7FFF  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:TEMP:ENAB?  
Response: 32767  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature?  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CONDition?  
STATus:PRESet  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LEVel?  
Returns the current temperatures in the mainframe; the returned value is in °C.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LEVel? <Location>  
<Location>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{AMBient | OUT0 . . . OUT12 | DELTa0 . . .  
DELTa12}  
<NR1>  
AMBient – ambient input temperature  
OUT0 . . . OUT12 – output temperature of  
each slot  
DELTa0 . . . DELTa12 – output temperature  
minus input temperature of each slot  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to use an illegal parameter value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:TEMP:LEV? OUT0  
Response: 24  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature?  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle  
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STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit?  
Sets or queries the maximum allowable ambient and delta temperatures in  
each slot. The factory default settings are 55 °C for ambient and 10 °C for each  
delta temperature.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit <Location>,<Limit>  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit? <Location>  
<Location>  
Query response  
{AMBient | DELTa0 . . . DELTa12}  
<NR1>  
AMBient - ambient input temperature  
DELTa0 . . . DELTa12 – output temperature minus  
input temperature of each slot  
<Limit>  
<NRf>  
If Location is AMBient  
1 Limit 75  
MIN  
1
75  
MAX  
If Location is DELTan  
5 Limit 30  
MIN  
5
30  
MAX  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to set the location to an illegal value.  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the temperature limit to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Query:  
Response: 32  
STAT:QUES:TEMP:LIM? AMB  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature?  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LEVel?  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:MAXimum?  
Queries the maximum measurable temperatures in the mainframe since the last  
factory maintenance was performed; the returned value is in °C.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:MAXimum? <Location>  
<Location>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{AMBient | OUT0 . . . OUT12 | DELTa0 . . . DELTa12}  
<NR1>  
AMBient – ambient input temperature  
OUT0 . . . OUT12 – output temperature of each slot  
DELTa0 . . . DELTa12 – output temperature minus  
input temperature of each slot  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to use an illegal parameter value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:TEMP:MAX? AMB  
Response: 32  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LEVel?  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CMAXimum?  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage?  
Returns the contents of the Voltage Event register. A value of one in a bit  
indicates the corresponding power supply failure event has been asserted.  
Unused bits always return a value of zero. The register is cleared by the *CLS  
command.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage[:EVENt]?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
Voltage status word bits  
Definition  
+24 V  
D0  
D1  
+12 V  
D2  
+5 V  
D3  
+5 V Standby  
+5 V External  
–2 V  
D4  
D5  
D6  
–5.2 V  
D7  
–12 V  
D8  
–24 V  
D9  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
D10  
D11  
D12  
D13  
D14  
D15  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
None  
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Dependencies  
Reading the register clears it.  
Examples  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:VOLT?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:CONDition?  
Queries the contents of the Voltage Condition register. A value of one in a bit  
indicates the corresponding power supply has a failure. Unused bits always  
return a value of zero. The definition of the bits in this register can be found in  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage? command on page 3–91.  
Reading the register does not clear it.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:CONDition?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:VOLT:COND?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage?  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle  
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STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle?  
Sets or queries the contents of the Voltage Enable register. Setting unused enable  
bits does not generate an error; the bits are ignored.  
If the power-on status clear flag is FALSE (see *PSC command on page 3–166)  
at power on, the register value will be restored from nonvolatile RAM;  
otherwise, the register value at power on is set to #H7FFF. Executing the  
STATus:PRESet command sets the register value to #H7FFF.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle <Mask>  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle?  
<Mask>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{<NRf> | <Nondecimal Numeric>}  
<NR1>  
0 N #HFFFF  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the enable register to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: STAT:QUES:VOLT:ENAB #H3FFF  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:VOLT:ENAB?  
Response: 16383  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage?  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:CONDition?  
STATus:PRESet  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:LEVel?  
Queries the current power supply output voltage.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:LEVel? <Power Supply>  
<Power supply>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{P24 | P12 | P5 | P5STBY|P5EXT | N2 |  
N5PT2 | N12 | N24}  
<NR2>  
Code  
P24  
Power supply  
+24 V  
P12  
+12 V  
P5  
+5 V  
P5STBY  
P5EXT  
N2  
+5 V Standby  
+5 V External  
–2 V  
N5PT2  
N12  
–5.2 V  
–12 V  
N24  
–24 V  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to use an illegal parameter value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:VOLT:LEV? P24  
Response: 24.01  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage?  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle  
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STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:PTR  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:PTR?  
Sets or queries the power supply positive transition filter.  
You can only set or clear bits 3 and 4 of the transition filter. Setting a bit enables  
the corresponding power supply condition to propagate to the event system. Any  
failures will display on the front panel readout. If you disable the bits, any failure  
in the corresponding power supply will not be reported to the front panel readout  
or to the event system.  
Bits 0 – 2 and bits 5 – 8 of the transition filter are always enabled. Bit 15 always  
returns a 0. The factory default setting is 32743. The +5 V Standby and +5 V  
External are not monitored.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:PTR <Mask>  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:PTR?  
<Mask>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{<NRf> | <Nondecimal Numeric>}  
<NR1>  
0 N #HFFFF  
Voltage positive transition filter bits  
Definition  
D3  
D4  
+5 V Standby  
+5 V External  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the transition filter to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: STAT:QUES:VOLT:PTR #H7FF7  
Query:  
STAT:QUES:VOLT:PTR?  
Response: 32759  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:CONDition?  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEue?  
Returns the next event code and message in the Error/Event queue.  
The Error/Event queue is cleared at power on or when you send the *CLS  
command. This is derived from the standard SCPI command. The SYSTem:ER-  
Ror? query is an alias.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEue[:NEXT]?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>, <string>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUE?  
Response: –221, “Settings Conflict.”  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle  
SYSTem:ERRor?  
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STATus:QUEue:ALL?  
Returns a comma-separated list of all unread events from the Error/Event queue.  
The Error/Event queue is cleared at power on or when you send the *CLS  
command. The SYSTem:ERRor:ALL? query is an alias.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax STATus:QUEue:ALL?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>, <string>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUE:ALL?  
Response: –221, “Settings Conflict.”,-224, Illegal Parameter ValĆ  
ue", . . .  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEue?  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:QUEue:CODE?  
Returns the next event code from the Error/Event queue. The SYSTem:ER-  
Ror:CODE? query is an alias.  
The Error/Event queue is cleared at power on or when you send the *CLS  
command.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEue:CODE[:NEXT]?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUE:CODE?  
Response: -221  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEue?  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle  
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STATus:QUEue:CODE:ALL?  
Returns a comma-separated list of all unread events from the Error/Event queue.  
The SYSTem:ERRor:CODE:ALL? query is an alias.  
The Error/Event queue is cleared at power on or when you send the *CLS  
command.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEue:CODE:ALL?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUE:CODE:ALL?  
Response: -221,-224  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEue?  
STATus:QUEue:CODE?  
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STATus:QUEue:COUNt?  
Returns the number of unread events in the Error/Event queue. The SYS-  
Tem:ERRor:COUNt? query is an alias.  
The Error/Event queue is cleared at power on or when you send the *CLS  
command.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEue:COUNt?  
Parameter  
Not Applicable  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:QUE:COUN?  
Response: 3  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEue:ALL?  
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STATus:QUEue:ENABle  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle?  
Sets or queries the enable events to be placed in the Error/Event queue. The  
SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle and SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle? commands are aliases.  
Attempting to enable events that are not reported by the mainframe does not  
generate an error.  
At power on or when you send the STATus:PRESet command the contents of the  
register is set to –499:0.  
Syntax  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle <Event List>  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle?  
<Event list>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{<NRf> | numeric range[,<NRf> | numeric  
range]}*  
{<NRf> | numeric range[,<NRf> | numeric  
range]}  
*
numeric range is <NRf>:<NRf>  
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the enable list to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
STATus:PRESet  
Command: STAT:QUE:ENAB (-499:200)  
Query:  
STAT:QUE:ENAB?  
Response: (-499:200)  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEue?  
STATus:PRESet  
SYSTem:ERRor  
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STATus:QUEue:ENABle:ALL  
Presets the Error/Event queue enable to the value of –1999:1000. The SYS-  
Tem:ERRor:ENABle:ALL command is an alias.  
Syntax  
Reset Value  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle:ALL  
0
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
None  
Command: STAT:QUE:ENAB:ALL  
Related Commands  
STATus:PRESet  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle  
*CLS  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:SCONdition?  
Returns the pass/fail condition of all the monitors. A value of one in a bit  
indicates the corresponding current condition has failed. Unused bits always  
return a value of zero. The definition of the bits can be found in STATus:SEVent?  
command on page 3–106.  
Reading the register does not clear it.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Summary information for current, power, triggers and IRQ reside in the overflow  
register. If bit 30 is set, the overflow register should be queried for more  
information. See the STATus:S2CONdition? query on page 3–105.  
Syntax  
STATus:SCONdition?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:SCON?  
Response: 256  
Related Commands  
STATus:SEVent?  
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STATus:S2CONdition?  
Overflow register for the STATus:SCONdition summary condition register.  
Returns the summary information on the power supply current condition, total  
power (wattage) condition, TTLTrigger condition and IRQ condition.  
Definition of the bits can be found in STATus:S2EVent? query on page 3–108.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:S2CONdition?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:S2CON?  
Response: 8  
Related Commands  
STAT:QUES:CURR:COND?  
STAT:QUES:POWER:COND?  
STAT:OPER:VXII:COND?  
STAT:OPER:VXIT:COND?  
STAT:SCON?  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:SEVent?  
Returns the summary information on the power supply voltage events, tempera-  
ture events, blower events, filter events, and VXI monitor events.  
A one in a bit indicates the corresponding event has been asserted. Unused bits  
always return a value of zero. The query returns a value of zero at power on or  
when you send the *CLS command. Reading events by this command does not  
clear the events. Reading the specific event register will clear the corresponding  
bits in the register. (That is, STAT:QUES:VOLT? will clear all of the voltage bits  
in this register). Summary information for current, power, triggers and IRQ  
reside in an overflow register. If bit 30 is set, the overflow register should be  
queried for more information. See the STATus:S2EVent? query on page 3–108.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:SEVent?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
<NR1>  
Event status word bits  
Definition  
D0  
Blower 1  
D1  
Blower 2  
D2  
Filter  
D3  
Slot 0 Delta Temperature  
Slot 1 Delta Temperature  
Slot 2 Delta Temperature  
Slot 3 Delta Temperature  
Slot 4 Delta Temperature  
Slot 5 Delta Temperature  
Slot 6 Delta Temperature  
Slot 7 Delta Temperature  
Slot 8 Delta Temperature  
Slot 9 Delta Temperature  
Slot 10 Delta Temperature  
Slot 11 Delta Temperature  
Slot 12 Delta Temperature  
D4  
D5  
D6  
D7  
D8  
D9  
D10  
D11  
D12  
D13  
D14  
D15  
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Event status word bits  
Definition  
Ambient Temperature  
+24 V  
D16  
D17  
D18  
D19  
D20  
D21  
D22  
D23  
D24  
D25  
D26  
D27  
D28  
D29  
D30  
D31  
+12 V  
+5 V  
+5 Standby  
+5 V External  
–2 V  
–5.2 V  
–12 V  
–24 V  
BERR  
SYSFAIL  
ACFAIL  
AS  
Check overflow register  
Not Used  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:SEV?  
Response: 256  
Related Commands  
STATus:SCONdition?  
STATus:S2EVent?  
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STATus Subsystem  
STATus:S2EVent?  
Overflow register for the STATus:SEVent summary event register. Returns the  
summary information on the power supply current events, total power (wattage)  
events, TTLTrigger events and IRQ events.  
A one in a bit indicates the corresponding event has been asserted. Unused bits  
always return a value of zero. The query return a value of zero. The query returns  
a value of zero upon power on or when you send the *CLS command. Reading  
the events by this command will not clear the events.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
STATus:S2EVent?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Event status word bits  
Definition  
D0  
+24 V Current  
+12 V Current  
+5 V Current  
Not Used  
D1  
D2  
D3  
D4  
Not Used  
D5  
–2 V Current  
–5PT2V Current  
–12V Current  
–24 V Current  
Total Power  
D6  
D7  
D8  
D9  
D10  
D11  
D12  
D13  
D14  
D15  
D16  
D17  
IRQ1 occurred  
IRQ2 occurred  
IRQ3 occurred  
IRQ4 occurred  
IRQ5 occurred  
IRQ6 occurred  
IRQ7 occurred  
TTL0trig occurred  
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Event status word bits  
Definition  
D18  
D19  
D20  
D21  
D22  
D23  
D24  
D25  
D26  
D27  
D28  
D29  
D30  
D31  
TTL1trig occurred  
TTL2trig occurred  
TTL3trig occurred  
TTL4trig occurred  
TTL5trig occurred  
TTL6trig occurred  
TTL7trig occurred  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
0
None  
None  
Query:  
STAT:S2EV?  
Response: 8  
Related Commands  
STAT:QUES:CURR?  
STAT:QUES:POWER?  
STAT:OPER:VXII?  
STAT:OPER:VXIT?  
STAT:SEV?  
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SYSTem Subsystem  
This section describes each command and query in the SYSTem subsystem. The  
SYSTem subsystem controls the parameters shown in Figure 3–8. The SYSTem  
subsystem collects the functions that are not related to the performance of the  
IntelliFrame Mainframe.  
SYSTem  
FACTory  
COMMunicate DATE? ERRor? HELP  
SERial  
IEMessage  
NVSave  
SYSReset TIME  
VERSion? OPTIons?  
POWer  
MODel? NVRecall  
Figure 3–8: SYSTem subsystem hierarchy  
Table 3–14 lists the factory default settings for the SYSTem:COMMunicate:Seri-  
al parameters in the IntelliFrame Mainframe. These default settings do not  
change when you issue the SYSTem:FACTory command.  
Table 3–14: Default factory RS-232 communication settings  
Command  
Factory default setting  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:BAUD  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:BITS  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:CONTrol:RTS  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ECHO  
9600  
8
ON  
1
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ERESponse  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:LBUFfer  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:PACE  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:PARity[:TYPE]  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:SBITs  
1
1
XON  
NONE  
1
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SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BAUD  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BAUD?  
Sets or queries the baud rate of the RS-232 port. This command sets the transmit  
and receive baud rates.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:BAUD <Baud Rate>  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:BAUD?  
<Baud Rate>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf>  
300  
600  
<NR1>  
300  
600  
1200  
2400  
4800  
9600  
19200  
MINimum  
MAXimum  
1200  
2400  
4800  
9600  
19200  
300  
19200  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the baud rate to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: SYST:COMM:SER:BAUD 4800  
Query:  
SYST:COMM:SER:BAUD?  
Response: 4800  
Related Commands  
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SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BITS  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BITS?  
Sets or queries the number of bits per character in the RS-232 port.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:BITS <Bits>  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:BITS?  
<Bits>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf>  
7
8
MINimum  
MAXimum  
<NR1>  
7
8
7
8
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the bits per character value to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: SYST:COMM:SER:BITS 8  
Query:  
SYST:COMM:SER:BITS?  
Response: 8  
Related Commands  
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SYSTem Subsystem  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:CONTrol:RTS  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:CONTrol:RTS?  
Sets or queries the operation of the RTS/CTS lines. A value of OFF sets the  
outgoing RTS line low and ignores the incoming CTS line. A value of ON sets  
the outgoing RTS line high and ignores the incoming CTS line. A value of  
IBFull or RFR specifies that the two lines are used for hardware flow control.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:CONTrol:RTS <Flow Control>  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:CONTrol:RTS?  
<Flow Control>  
Query response  
Parameters  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
IBFull | RFR  
IBF  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to use an illegal parameter value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: SYST:COMM:SER:CONT:RTS IBF  
Query:  
SYST:COMM:SER:CONT:RTS?  
Response: IBF  
Related Commands  
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SYSTem Subsystem  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ECHO  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ECHO?  
Sets or queries whether the incoming characters are echoed back to the RS-232 port.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ECHO <Boolean>  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ECHO?  
<Boolean>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf>  
N 0  
0
ON  
OFF  
<NR1>  
1
0
1
0
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Command: SYST:COMM:SER:ECHO OFF  
Query:  
SYST:COMM:SER:ECHO?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
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SYSTem Subsystem  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ERESponse  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ERESponse?  
Sets or queries if error response messages automatically return to the RS-232 port.  
When the mode is ON, all error and event response messages will output directly to  
the RS-232 port; the error and event response messages will not be placed in the  
Error/Event queue. When the mode is OFF, all error and event messages will be  
reported to the Error/Event queue and will not be output to the RS-232 port directly.  
If the mode is ON, all asynchronous error messages are placed in the Error/Event  
queue. The event registers will not be updated by any event message.  
Asynchronous event messages include “Self Test Failed” and “Configuration  
Memory Lost.”  
Syntax  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ERESponse <Boolean>  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ERESponse?  
<Boolean>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf>  
N 0  
0
ON  
OFF  
<NR1>  
1
0
1
0
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to set use an illegal parameter value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: SYST:COMM:SER:ERES OFF  
Query:  
SYST:COMM:SER:ERES?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
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SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:LBUFfer  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:LBUFfer?  
Sets or queries whether the RS-232 line buffer is enabled. If the buffer is  
enabled, all input characters are buffered until a new line character (^J or 0x0A)  
is received. Then all characters are available for processing. You can use special  
characters to modify the input before the new line character is received. For  
example, for a backspace character, use ^H; for a line-delete character, use ^U.  
If you enable the line buffer mode, the output character “\n” 0x0A will be  
converted to “\n\r” 0x0A 0x0D and the input character will be converted to  
“\n” 0x0A.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:LBUFfer <Boolean>  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:LBUFfer?  
<Boolean>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf>  
N 0  
0
ON  
OFF  
<NR1>  
1
0
1
0
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Command: SYST:COMM:SER:LBUF OFF  
Query:  
SYST:COMM:SER:LBUF?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
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SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PACE  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PACE?  
Sets or queries whether software flow control (pacing) is enabled for the RS-232  
port. This command sets both the transmit and receive values.  
Avoid using XON pacing when transferring binary data.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:PACE <Flow Control>  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:PACE?  
<Flow Control>  
Query response  
Parameters  
NONE  
XON  
NONE  
XON  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to set the flow control to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: SYST:COMM:SER:PACE XON  
Query:  
SYST:COMM:SER:PACE?  
Response: XON  
Related Commands  
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SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PARity  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PARity?  
Sets or queries the type of parity used by the RS-232 port. This command sets  
both the transmit and receive values.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:PARity[:TYPE] <Type>  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:PARity[:TYPE]?  
<Type>  
Query response  
Parameters  
EVEN  
NONE  
ODD  
EVEN  
NONE  
ODD  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to set the parity to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: SYST:COMM:SER:PAR EVEN  
Query:  
SYST:COMM:SER:PAR?  
Response: EVEN  
Related Commands  
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SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PRESet  
Presets logical groups of RS-232 port control parameters. The default mode sets  
all RS-232 settings to a known state. The RAW and TERMinal modes change  
only a subset of the parameters. Use RAW when connected to a computer and  
use TERMinal when connected to a computer display terminal.  
The command “T” followed by a new line character (^J) configures the RS-232  
port for terminal operation when it is currently in the RAW mode.  
There are no associated queries with these commands.  
Table 3–15 lists the preset values for each PRESet command.  
Table 3–15: Effects of :PRESet on serial port parameters  
SERial port parameter  
BAUD  
[:ALL]  
9600  
8
:RAW  
:TERMinal  
1
1
NC  
NC  
1
1
BITS  
NC  
NC  
1
1
CONTrol:RTS  
ECHO  
ON  
NC  
NC  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
NONE  
NONE  
1
OFF  
ON  
ERESponse  
LBUFfer  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
PACE  
NONE  
XON  
1
1
PARity  
NC  
NC  
1
1
SBITs  
NC  
NC  
1
The entry NC in a field means the value is not changed.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PRESet[:ALL]  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PRESet:RAW  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PRESet:TERMINAL  
Parameters  
Reset Value  
None  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
See Table 3–15.  
Command: SYST:COMM:SER:PRES:TERM  
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SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:SBITs  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:SBITs?  
Sets or queries the number of stop bits sent with each character over the RS-232  
port. This command sets both the transmit and receive values.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:SBITs <Stop Bits>  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial[:RECeive]:SBITs?  
<Stop Bits>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf>  
1
2
MINimum  
MAXimum  
<NR1>  
1
2
1
2
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set terminator to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: SYST:COMM:SER:SBIT 2  
Query:  
SYST:COMM:SER:SBIT?  
Response: 2  
Related Commands  
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SYSTem:DATE  
SYSTem:DATE?  
Sets or queries the date displayed on the front panel.  
The date setting is not mantained across power down and will be reset at  
power up.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:DATE <year>, <month>, <day>  
SYSTem:DATE?  
<date>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf>, <NRf>, <NRf>  
<year>, <month>, <day>  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the date to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Query:  
SYST:DATE?  
Response: 1997,2,4  
Related Commands  
SYSTem:TIME?  
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SYSTem:DATE:LMAintenance?  
Queries for the last factory maintenance date.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:DATE:LMAintenance?  
Parameter  
Query response  
<year>, <month>, <day>  
Parameters  
None  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
SYST:DATE:LMA?  
Response: 1995,3,10  
Related Commands  
SYSTem:TIME:LMAintenance?  
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SYSTem:ERRor?  
This query returns the next entry from the Error/Event queue. This is an alias  
command with the STATus:QUEue[:NEXT]? command. There is no associated  
command for this query.  
The Error/Event queue is cleared at power up, upon receipt of *CLS, and upon  
reading the last item from the queue.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:ERRor?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>, <string>  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–350, “Queue Overflow”  
The Error/Event queue overflowed due to the execution errors of other com-  
mands. The SYST:ERR? query, itself, cannot generate an error.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Reading the event clears the entry from the queue.  
Query:  
SYST:ERR?  
Response: 0, No error"  
Related Commands  
STATus:PRESet  
STATus:QUEue?  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle  
*CLS  
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SYSTem:ERRor:ALL?  
Returns a comma-separated list of all unread events from the Error/Event queue.  
This is an alias command with the STATus:QUEue:ALL? command.  
The Error/Event queue is cleared at power up, upon receipt of the *CLS  
command.  
There is no associated command for this query.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:ERRor:ALL?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>, <string>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
SYST:ERR:ALL?  
Response: -221, Settings Conflict.",-224, Illegal Parameter  
Value"  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEue?  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle  
STATus:QUEue?:ALL  
*CLS  
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SYSTem:ERRor:CODE?  
Returns the next event code from the Error/Event queue. This is an alias  
command with the STATus:QUEue:CODE? command.  
The Error/Event queue is cleared at power up, upon receipt of the *CLS  
command.  
There is no associated command for this query.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:ERRor:CODE:[NEXT]?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
SYST:ERR:CODE?  
Response: -221  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEue?  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle  
STATus:QUEue:CODE?  
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SYSTem:ERRor:CODE:ALL?  
Returns a comma-separated list of all unread event codes from the Error/Event  
queue. This is an alias command with the STATus:QUEue:CODE:ALL?  
command.  
The Error/Event queue is cleared at power up, upon receipt of the *CLS  
command.  
There is no associated command for this query.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:ERRor:CODE:ALL?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
SYST:ERR:CODE:ALL?  
Response: -221,-224  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEue:ALL?  
STATus:QUEue:CODE:ALL?  
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SYSTem:ERRor:COUNt?  
Returns the number of unread events in the Error/Event queue. This is an alias  
command with the STATus:QUEue:COUNt? command.  
The Error/Event queue is cleared at power up, upon receipt of the *CLS  
command.  
There is no associated command for this query.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:ERRor:COUNt?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
SYST:ERR:COUNt?  
Response: 3  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEue:ALL?  
STATus:QUEue:COUNt?  
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SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle  
SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle?  
Sets or queries the enable events to be placed in the Error/Event queue. The  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle and STATus:QUEue:ENABle? commands are aliases.  
Attempting to enable events that are not reported by the mainframe does not  
generate an error.  
At power on, when the power-on status clear flag is true, or when you send the  
STATus:PRESet command the contents of the register is set to –499:0.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle <Event List>  
SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle?  
<Event List>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{<NRf> | numeric range[,<NRf> | numeric  
range]}*  
{<NRf> | numeric range[,<NRf> | numeric  
range]}  
*
numeric range is <NRf>:<NRf>  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the enable list to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
STATus:PRESet  
Command: SYST:ERR:ENAB (-499:0)  
Query:  
SYST:ERR:ENAB?  
Response: (-499:0)  
Related Commands  
STATus:QUEue?  
STATus:PRESet  
SYSTem:ERRor  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle?  
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SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle:ALL  
Presets the Error/Event queue enable to the value of –1999:1000. The  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle:ALL command is an alias.  
Syntax  
Reset Value  
SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle:ALL  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
None  
Command: SYST:ERR:ENAB:ALL  
Related Commands  
STATus:PRESet  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle:ALL  
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SYSTem Subsystem  
SYSTem:FACTory  
This command sets the IntelliFrame Mainframe settings (except the communica-  
tion settings) to the factory default values. Table 3–16 lists the impacted  
commands and their factory default settings.  
Table 3–16: Super Cooler factory default settings  
Command  
Settings  
“SYSTEM OK”  
AUTO  
DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT:[DATA]  
DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT:MARQuee  
STATus:OPERation:ENABle  
0
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle  
32767  
32767  
32767  
32767  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LIMit  
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle  
32767  
0
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LIMit  
4000  
32767  
VX1410A: 925.0  
VX1420A: 1000.0  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit  
32767  
AMBient: 55  
DELTaN: 10  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:PTR  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle  
SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle  
SYSTem:SYSReset  
VXIMonitor:REPeat  
VXIMonitor:TINTerval  
*ESE  
32767  
32743  
(–1999:1000)  
(–1999:1000)  
0
0
10  
0
*PSC  
0
*SRE  
0
Syntax  
SYSTem:FACTory  
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Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
Not Applicable  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Examples  
Command: SYST:FACT  
Related Commands  
None  
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SYSTem Subsystem  
SYSTem:HELP:SYNTax?  
Returns a string containing the syntax specification of the specified command.  
There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:HELP:SYNTax?  
<Command Header>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<string>  
<string>  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
The query returns a null string (“”) if the <Command Header> is not a valid  
command header being recognized by the IntelliFrame Mainframe.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Query:  
SYST:HELP:SYNTax? DISP:TEXT"  
Response: DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT[:DATA] <string>|<block>"  
Related Commands  
None  
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SYSTem:IEMessage  
Sends an interface event message from the VXI interface to the RS-232 interface  
or vice versa. You can use a maximum of 32 data bytes in the message. There is  
no query associated with this command.  
When you send the command from the RS-232 interface, the interface event  
message is placed in the VXI Error/Event queue as part of an event message.  
When you send the command from the VXI interface, the interface event  
message is placed in the RS-232 Error/Event queue as part of an event message.  
The message in the Error/Event queue looks similar to the following message:  
100,System Message; Your Message Here"  
Event number 100 has to be enabled by the SYSTem:ERRor:QUEue:ENABle  
command to place an event into the event queue.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:IEMessage <Message>  
<Parameter>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<string>  
Not Applicable  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–223, “Too Much Data”  
You attempted to send too much data in the string.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: SYST:IEM System Init"  
Related Commands  
None  
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SYSTem Subsystem  
SYSTem:MODel?  
This query retrieves the model number of the mainframe. This model number is  
determined upon power up based on the configuration of the Enhanced Monitor  
board.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:MODel?  
<Parameter>  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
VX1410A  
VX1411A  
VX1420A  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
SYST:MOD?  
Response: VX1410A  
Related Commands  
*IDN  
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SYSTem Subsystem  
SYSTem:NVRecall  
Recalls device settings from nonvolatile RAM.  
Table 3–17 lists the device settings that will be restored from nonvolatile RAM:  
Table 3–17: NVRecall device settings  
Device settings  
DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT[:DATA]  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LIMit  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:PTR  
SYSTem:SYSReset  
DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT:MARQuee  
STATus:OPERation:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LIMit  
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle  
VXIMonitor:TINTerval  
VXIMonitor:REPeat  
*ESE  
*PSC  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle  
*SRE  
Syntax  
SYSTem:NVRecall  
<Parameter>  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
Not Applicable  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Examples  
Command: SYST:NVR  
SYSTem:NVSave  
Related Commands  
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SYSTem:NVSave  
Saves device settings to nonvolatile RAM. The settings will be restored at  
power on.  
Table 3–17 lists the device settings that will be saved to nonvolatile RAM:  
Table 3–18: NVSave device settings  
Device settings  
DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT[:DATA]  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:PTR  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BAUD  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BITS  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:CONTrol:RTS  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ECHO  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ERESponse  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:LBUFfer  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PACE  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PARity  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:SBITs  
SYSTem:SYSReset  
DISPlay[:WINDow]:TEXT:MARQuee  
STATus:OPERation:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:LIMit  
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:LIMit  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle  
VXIMonitor:TINTerval  
VXIMonitor:REPeat  
*ESE  
*PSC  
*SRE  
Syntax  
SYSTem:NVSave  
<Parameter>  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
Not Applicable  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
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Examples  
Related Commands  
Command: SYST:NVS  
SYSTem:NVRecall  
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SYSTem Subsystem  
SYSTem:POWer  
SYSTem:POWer?  
Powers the mainframe on or off. Use the query to determine if the mainframe is  
powered on or off.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:POWer[:STATe] <Boolean>  
SYSTem:POWer[:STATe]?  
<Boolean>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf>  
N 0  
0
ON  
OFF  
<NR1>  
1
0
1
0
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to set the parameter to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
External +5V power to operate the enhanced monitor when the mainframe is  
powered off.  
Command: SYST:POW ON  
Query:  
SYST:POW?  
Response: 1  
Related Commands  
None  
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SYSTem:OPTions?  
Queries the monitor to report which options are currently installed. One Option  
is available for the Super Cooler: “S” Supercooler (Blower) fan option. This  
option appears for all VX1420A mainframes and for the VX1411A or VX1410A  
mainframes that have been upgraded to the Super Cooler (field upgrade kit  
VXF20A)  
<Parameter>  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not applicable  
“NOOPT”  
“S”  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
Fan jumpers correctly installed on enhanced monitor board.  
Query:  
NOOPT  
Response: None  
Related Commands  
None  
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SYSTem:POWer:CYCLe?  
Returns the number of times the mainframe power has been cycled since the  
mainframe was manufactured.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:POWer:CYCLe?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
SYST:POW:CYCL?  
Response: 50  
Related Commands  
None  
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SYSTem Subsystem  
SYSTem:POWer:SOURce?  
Queries whether the power source of the Enhanced Monitor is from the mainframe  
power supply or from an external power supply.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:POWer:SOURce?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
MAIN  
EXTERNAL  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
SYST:POW:SOUR?  
Response: MAIN  
Related Commands  
None  
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SYSTem:SYSReset  
SYSTem:SYSReset?  
Sets or queries whether the VXI SYSRESET signal can reset the Enhanced  
Monitor.  
When SYSRESET is enabled, asserting the VXI SYSRESET signal will reset  
the Enhanced Monitor. When disabled, asserting the VXI SYSRESET signal  
only initializes the Enhanced Monitor VXI Interface; all other Enhanced Monitor  
functions are not affected.  
The factory default setting is disabled (0).  
NOTE. If SYSRESET is enabled and the mainframe is powered down, commu-  
nication through the RS-232 port is not possible even if an external +5 V is  
supplied to the enhanced monitor card. The display will not show the current  
status and the scroll buttons will be inoperative. Consequently the enhanced  
monitor is inoperative.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:SYSReset <Boolean>  
SYSTem:SYSReset?  
<Boolean>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf>  
N 0  
0
ON  
OFF  
<NR1>  
1
0
1
0
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to set the parameter to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: SYST:SYSR ON  
Query:  
SYST:SYSR?  
Response: 1  
Related Commands  
SYSTem:SYSReset:IMMediate  
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SYSTem:SYSReset:IMMediate  
Immediately initiates a VXI SYSRESET signal. This command will cause all VXI  
instruments installed in the IntelliFrame Mainframe to be reset.  
When SYSRESET is enabled in the Enhanced Monitor, asserting this command  
will also reset the Enhanced Monitor. When disabled, asserting this command  
will only initialize the Enhanced Monitor VXI interface; all other Enhanced  
Monitor functions are not affected.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:SYSReset:IMMediate  
<Boolean>  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
Not Applicable  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Examples  
Command: SYST:SYSR:IMM  
SYSTem:SYSReset  
Related Commands  
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SYSTem:TIME  
SYSTem:TIME?  
Sets or queries the time displayed on the front panel.  
Time is keep in 24 hour clock format. Time is not maintained across power  
down. At power up the time will be reset to 0,0,0.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:TIME <hours>, <minutes>, <seconds>  
SYSTem:TIME?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf>, <NRf>, <NRf>  
<hour>, <minute>,<second>  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the time to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Query:  
SYST:TIME?  
Response: 18,3,3  
Related Commands  
SYSTem:DATE?  
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SYSTem:TIME:LMAintenance?  
Returns the number of hours the IntelliFrame Mainframe has been operating  
since the last factory maintenance. There is no command associated with this  
query.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:TIME:LMAintenance?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
None  
<hour>,<minute>,<second>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
SYST:TIME:LMA?  
Response: 101,3,3  
Related Commands  
SYSTem:TIME:ON?  
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SYSTem:TIME:ON?  
Returns the number of hours the IntelliFrame Mainframe has been operating  
since power on. There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:TIME:ON?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<hour>,<minute>,<second>  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
SYST:TIME:ON?  
Response: 1,2,55  
Related Commands  
SYSTem:TIME:LMAintenance?  
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SYSTem:VERSion?  
Returns the SCPI version number to which the IntelliFrame Mainframe  
complies. There is no command associated with this query.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:VERSion?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR2>  
1995.0  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
SYST:VERS?  
Response: 1995.0  
Related Commands  
*IDN?  
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TEST Subsystem  
This section describes each command and query in the TEST subsystem. These  
commands are used to execute internal self tests. The TEST subsystem controls  
the parameters shown in Figure 3–9.  
TEST  
ALL?  
NUMBer  
RESults  
Figure 3–9: TEST subsystem hierarchy  
Table 3–19 lists all of the internal self tests of the IntelliFrame Mainframe.  
Table 3–19: IntelliFrame Mainframeself test  
Execution time  
(seconds)  
Included in  
TEST?  
Invoked by  
TEST:NUMBer?  
Test number  
1000  
Test name  
Power on test  
Fan Speed Control  
116  
< 1  
25  
36  
6
No  
Yes  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
1010  
ADC and DAC Control  
1100  
Front Panel Display Control Test 1  
Front Panel Display Control Test 2  
Front Panel Display Control Test 3  
1110  
No  
1120  
No  
A description of each self test is listed below:  
H
H
H
Fan Speed Control test. This test varies the fan speed control and verifies  
that the fan speed changes accordingly.  
ADC and DAC Control test. This test verifies the internal ADC and DAC  
circuitry.  
Front Panel Display Control Test 1. This test performs the following  
sequences:  
a. Turns on all display pixels.  
b. Turns off all display pixels.  
c. Writes the character 8 to each display position.  
d. Turns on all display pixels.  
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e. Turns off all display pixels.  
f. Writes the character 8 to each display position.  
g. Turns off all display pixels.  
H
H
Front Panel Display Control Test 2. This test writes the following ASCII  
characters to the display: “ ” 0x20 to “~” 0x7E. These characters are  
followed by “n” and “°C.”  
Front Panel Display Control Test 3. This test writes the following blinking  
message to the display: “Text is BLINKING.”  
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TEST Subsystem  
TEST  
TEST?  
This command executes all internal self tests. If a failure occurs and the halt  
control is enabled, the test will immediately end. The query form returns the  
unique numeric identifier of the first test that failed. A value of zero is returned if  
there are no failures. The command form executes the same tests but returns no  
results code.  
Each internal self test has a unique numeric identifier in the range of 1000 to 1999  
(see Table 3–19 on page 3–149).  
*TST? and TEST? are aliases.  
Syntax  
TEST[:ALL]  
TEST[:ALL]?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
0
1000 N 1999  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Command: TEST  
Query:  
TEST?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
TEST:RESults?  
TEST:RESults:VERBose?  
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TEST:NUMBer  
TEST:NUMBer?  
The command executes the specified self test but does not return the test results.  
The query returns the results of the specified test. A value of zero is returned if  
there are no failures.  
Each internal self test has a unique numeric identifier in the range of 1000 to 1999  
(see Table 3–19 on page 3–149).  
Syntax  
TEST:NUMBer <test>  
TEST:NUMBer? <test>  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
{<NRf>|<Non-decimal number>}  
1000 N 1999  
<NR1>  
0
1000 N 1999  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Command: TEST:NUMB 1000  
Query:  
TEST:NUMB? 1000  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
TEST:RESults?  
TEST:RESults:VERBose?  
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TEST:RESults?  
This query returns the results code for the last executed self test command. The  
unique numeric identifier of the first individual test that failed is reported. A  
value of zero is returned if there were no failures.  
There is no associated command for this query.  
Each internal self test has a unique numeric identifier in the range of 1000 to 1999  
(see Table 3–19 on page 3–149).  
Syntax  
TEST:RESults[:CODE]?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
0
1000 N 1999  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
TEST:RES?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
TEST  
TEST:RESults:VERBose?  
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TEST:RESults:VERBose?  
This query returns a string describing the results of the last executed self test  
command. The unique numeric identifier of the first individual test that failed is  
reported. A value of zero is returned if there were no failures.  
There is no associated command for this query.  
Syntax  
TEST:RESults:VERBose?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<string>  
error number: <NR1>  
0
1000 N 1999  
verbose message:  
(error specific)  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
TEST:RES:VERB?  
Response: 1001,Test ADC and DAC failed"  
Related Commands  
TEST  
TEST:RESults?  
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VXIMonitor Subsystem  
The VXI Monitor commands allow the user to monitor certain signals that only  
occur on the VXI backplane. The VXI Monitor commands allow the user to  
control how long to monitor (VXIM:TINT), continuously monitor (VXIM:RE-  
PEAT ON) and to start the VXImonitor (VXIM:STATE ON).  
The VXIMonitor subsystem controls the parameters shown in Figure 3–10.  
VXIMonitor  
REPeat  
STATe  
TINTerval  
Figure 3–10: VXIMonitor subsystem hierarchy  
The VXI backplane is monitored in six areas:  
<VXI signal>  
Retrieve results using  
BERR (Bus Error)  
SYSFAIL  
ACFAIL  
AS (Address Strobe)  
VXI Triggers  
VXI Interrupts  
STAT:OPER:VXIM:BERR?  
STAT:OPER:VXIM:SYSF?  
STAT:OPER:VXIM:ACF?  
STAT:OPER:VXIM?  
STAT:OPER:VXIT?  
STAT:OPER:VXII?  
After operating the monitor, it is recommended that the summary register be  
queried to check if any of these events occurred. If the bit is set, then the  
corresponding register should be queried for more detail. For example, if the  
command “STAT:OPER?” yields a result of 32 (0 x 20), the VXI Trigger should  
be queried (“STAT:OPER:VXIT?”). This will determine which line was  
triggered. Knowing what line was triggered, the command  
“STAT:OPER:VXIT:TRIG? TTL2” (using trigger line 2 as an example) will  
yield the time (since power up) that this particular line was triggered. This time  
will only be erased when VXI Monitor is restarted.  
Programming example;  
1. Set up VXI Monitor to run continuously:  
VXIM:REPEAT ON  
2. For this example, assume that an external VXI module set a trigger line,  
asserted SYSFAIL, and a Bus Error occured.  
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3. Query operation register to check if either D5, D8, D9 or D10 are set.  
STAT:OPER?  
The system response: 288 (0 x 120 – VXI Triggers set and VXI Monitor)  
4. Since the VXI Trigger bit was set, now query the Trigger register.  
STAT:OPER:VXIT?  
The system response: 16 (0 x 10 – TTL4 Trigger occurred).  
5. Query the time that TTL Trigger line 4 triggered.  
STAT:OPER:VXIT:TRIG? TTL4  
The system response: 0,34,30 (Trigger occurred on line TTL4 34.5 minutes  
after power on).  
6. When the “STAT:OPER?” query was performed, the VXI Monitor bit was  
also set. Use the following command to examine specifically what event  
occurred.  
STAT:OPER:VXIM?  
The system response: 3 (BERR and SYSFAIL are set).  
7. STAT:OPER:VXIM:BERR?  
The system response: A16 (Bus Error occurred in A16 address space).  
8. STAT:OPER:VXIM:SYSF?  
The system response: 1, 30, 0 (SYSFAIL occurred one and one-half hours  
after power-up)  
NOTE. If this test were run with the VXI Monitor enable register set to zero  
(“STAT:OPER:VXIM:ENABLE 0”), the VXI Monitor bit would not be set in the  
operation register. However, if the VXI Monitor enable register was set to 0 x F  
(“STAT:OPER:VXIT:ENABLE 15”), then only triggers on TTL0, TTL1, TTL2  
and TTL3 lines will cause the VXIT trigger bit to be set in the operation register  
(“STAT:OPER?”). The VXI Trigger register (“STAT:OPER:VXIT?”) will always  
show all Trigger lines that are triggered, regardless of the setting in the enable  
register.  
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VXIMonitor:REPeat  
VXIMonitor:REPeat?  
Sets or queries the repeat mode of the VXI Monitor. When the repeat mode is on,  
the VXI Monitor continuously monitors the VXI bus.  
When the repeat mode is off, the VXI Monitor monitors the VXI bus for the  
specified time interval.  
The factory default setting is OFF(0).  
Syntax  
VXIMonitor:REPeat <Boolean>  
VXIMonitor:REPeat?  
<Boolean>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NR1>  
N 0  
0
ON  
OFF  
<NR1>  
1
0
1
0
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–221, “Settings Conflict.”  
You attempted to set the interval while the VXI Monitor was executing.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: VXIM:REP ON  
Query:  
VXIM:REP?  
Response: 1  
Related Commands  
VXIMonitor:TINTerval  
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VXIMonitor:STATe  
VXIMonitor:STATe?  
Starts or stops the VXI Monitor. The query returns whether the VXI Monitor is  
running.  
Syntax  
VXIMonitor:STATe <Boolean>  
VXIMonitor:STATe?  
<Boolean>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NR1>  
N 0  
0
ON  
OFF  
<NR1>  
1
0
1
0
Reset Value  
0
Errors and Events  
–213, “Init Ignored”  
You sent INITiate while the VXI Monitor was already monitoring the VXI bus.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: VXIM:STAT 1  
Query:  
VXIM:STAT?  
Response: 1  
Related Commands  
VXIMonitor:TINTerval  
VXIMonitor:REPeat  
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VXIMonitor:TINTerval  
VXIMonitor:TINTerval?  
Sets or queries the time interval the VXI Monitor monitors the VXI bus. The  
VXI monitor monitors the bus for the specified number of seconds and reports  
any detected VXI Monitor event.  
The factory default setting is 10 seconds.  
Syntax  
VXIMonitor:TINTerval <time>  
VXIMonitor:TINTerval?  
<time>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<NRf>  
<NR1>  
1 N 2147483647  
MIN  
1
MAX  
2147483647  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the interval to an illegal value.  
–221, “Settings Conflict.”  
You attempted to set the interval while the VXI Monitor was executing.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: VXIM:TINT 100  
Query:  
VXIM:TINT?  
Response: 100  
Related Commands  
VXIMonitor:REPeat  
VXIMonitor:STATe  
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IEEE 488.2 Common Commands  
This section describes each of the IEEE 488.2 common commands implemented  
in the IntelliFrame Mainframe.  
*CLS  
This command clears the SCPI and IEEE 488.2 event registers and the Error/  
Event queue. There is no query associated with this command. SCPI and IEEE  
488.2 enable registers are not cleared by this command.  
Syntax  
Parameters  
*CLS  
None  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
None  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: *CLS  
STATus:PRESet  
Related Commands  
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*ESE  
*ESE?  
Sets or queries the enable mask for the Standard Event Status Register. The  
STATus:PRESet command does not change this enable mask.  
The factory default setting is 0.  
Syntax  
*ESE <mask>  
*ESE?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
{<NRf> | <Non-Decimal Numeric>}  
<NR1>  
0 N #HFF  
Standard status byte definition  
Query response  
D0  
D1  
D2  
D3  
D4  
D5  
D6  
D7  
Operation Complete  
Not Used  
Query Error  
Device Dependent Error  
Execution Error  
Command Error  
Not Used  
Power On  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–222, “Data Out of Range”  
You attempted to set the enable mask to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: *ESE #H40  
Query:  
*ESE?  
Response: 64  
Related Commands  
*ESR?  
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*ESR?  
This query returns the event(s) from the Standard Event Status Register. There is  
no command associated with this query. The Error/Event queue contains a  
chronological record of the events.  
Syntax  
*ESR?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Standard status byte definition  
Query response  
D0  
D1  
D2  
D3  
D4  
D5  
D6  
D7  
Operation Complete  
Not Used  
Query Error  
Device Dependent Error  
Execution Error  
Command Error  
Not Used  
Power On  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
Reading this register clears it.  
Query:  
*ESR?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
*ESE  
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*IDN?  
This query returns the IntelliFrame Mainframe identification message. There is  
no command associated with this query. The fourth field of the id message  
includes both the SCPI and firmware version numbers.  
Syntax  
*IDN?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<Syntax Defined by IEEE 488.2>  
Manufacturer, Model Number, Serial Number,  
Firmware Version (or Equivalent)  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
*IDN?  
Response: TEKTRONIX,VX1420A,B123456,SCPI:95.0 RM1:1.0 RM2:1.0  
Related Commands  
None  
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*OPC  
*OPC?  
The command synchronizes command execution with the controller. The  
command causes the device to set the OPC bit in the Standard Event Status register  
after the previous command has completed execution.  
The query causes an ASCII one to be placed in the output queue after the previous  
command has completed execution.  
Syntax  
*OPC  
*OPC?  
Parameters  
Reset Value  
None  
Not Applicable  
None  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: *OPC  
Query:  
*OPC?  
Response: 1  
Related Commands  
*WAI  
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*PSC  
*PSC?  
Sets or queries the setting of the power-on state clear flag. If the <Value>  
parameter is zero, the power-on state clear flag is set to FALSE; otherwise the  
flag is set to TRUE.  
If the power-on state clear flag is FALSE, at power on, the Service Request Enable  
Register, the Standard Event Status Enable Register, and the SCPI Enable Register  
settings will be restored to their previous settings. Otherwise, the settings will be  
cleared.  
The factory default setting is 0.  
Syntax  
*PSC <Value>  
*PSC?  
<Value>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{<NRf> | <Non-Decimal Numeric>}  
N 0  
0
<NR1>  
1
0
–32767 N 32767  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–224, “Illegal Parameter Value”  
You attempted to set the parameter to an illegal value.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: *PSC 0  
Query:  
*PSC?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
STATus  
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*RST  
This command resets instrument settings to a default state. There is no query  
associated with this command. This command has no effect other than stopping  
the VXI Monitor.  
The VXI Monitor stops execution while other monitors remain active.  
Syntax  
Parameters  
*RST  
None  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
None  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: *RST  
Related Commands  
STATus:PRESet  
*CLS  
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*SRE  
*SRE?  
Sets or queries the enable mask for the Service Request (Status Byte) Register.  
Setting unused enable bits does not generate an error; they are ignored. The  
STATus:PRESet command does not change this enable mask.  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe accepts NonDecimal Numeric masks even though  
this is not required by IEEE 488.2.  
The factory default setting is 0.  
Syntax  
*SRE <mask>  
*SRE?  
<Mask>  
Query response  
Parameters  
{<NRf> | <Non-Decimal Numeric>}  
<NR1>  
0 N #HFF  
Standard status byte definition  
Query response  
D0  
D1  
D2  
D3  
D4  
D5  
D6  
D7  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Error/Event Queue  
Questionable Event Register  
MAV  
ESB Standard Event Status Reg  
Not Defined  
Operation Event Register  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Command: *SRE #H60  
Query:  
*SRE?  
Response: 96  
Related Commands  
*STB?  
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*STB?  
This query returns the contents of the Status Byte Register. There is no command  
associated with this query.  
Syntax  
*STB?  
Parameter  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
Standard status byte definition  
Definition  
D0  
D1  
D2  
D3  
D4  
D5  
D6  
D7  
Not Used  
Not Used  
Error/Event Queue  
Questionable Event Register  
MAV  
ESB Standard Event Status Reg  
RQS/MSS  
Operation Event Register  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
*STB?  
Response: 96  
Related Commands  
*SRE  
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*TST?  
This query initiates an internal self test and returns a failure code. If more than  
one failure occurred, only the the unique numeric identifier of the first self test  
that failed is reported. A value of zero is returned if there were no failures.  
Each internal self test has a unique identifier in the range of 1000 to 1999.  
*TST? and TEST? are identical queries. There is no command associated with  
this query. You can obtain additional test results with the TEST:RESult:VER-  
Bose? command.  
Syntax  
*TST?  
<failure code>  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
0 | 1000 N 1999  
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
*TST?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
TEST  
TEST:RESults:VERBose?  
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*WAI  
This command is used to synchronize command execution with the controller.  
There is no query associated with this command.  
*WAI prevents the instrument from executing further commands until the  
previous command has completed execution.  
Syntax  
Parameters  
*WAI  
None  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
None  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: *WAI  
*OPC  
Related Commands  
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Status and Events  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe complies with SCPI version 1995.0. You can use  
the SYSTem:VERSion? command to read the latest version or the *IDN?  
command to read a more detailed identification message.  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe supports the Status Byte model shown in  
Figure 3–11. The figure shows the core of the SCPI-required status reporting  
capability.  
The status registers fit into a 16-bit integer with the most-significant bit always  
zero (positive logic). Unused or “don’t care” bits in masks and registers always  
return zeros when queried.  
The Operation Status register and the Questionable Status register outputs are  
logically ORed together as shown in Figure 3–11.  
The Operation Status register contains information on the normal operation of  
the IntelliFrame Mainframe In particular, bit 8 contains summary information on  
the VXI Monitor status register (see Figure 3–12). The VXI Monitor Status  
register monitors activity on bits 0 through 3.  
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QUEStionable Status Registers  
Summary of VOLTage  
Summary of CURRent  
0
1
2
3
4
Summary of POWer  
Summary of TEMPerature  
STATus:QUEStionable[:EVENt]?  
STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle  
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
CALibration  
Summary of BLOWer  
FILTer  
Not Used  
OPERation Status Registers  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
STATus:OPERation[:EVENt]?  
STATus:OPERation:CONDition?  
STATus:OPERation:ENABle  
Summary of VXI TTL Triggers  
Summary of VXI Monitor  
Mainframe Power Down  
Summary of VXI Interrupts  
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
Not Used  
Summary of IEEE 488.2 status structure registers  
Status Byte  
Error/Event  
Queue  
Not Empty  
Standard Event  
Status Register  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Operation Complete  
Not Used  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Query Error  
MAV  
RQS  
Device Dependent Error  
ExecutionError  
Command Error  
Not Used  
Power On  
*STB?  
*SRE  
*SRE?  
*ESR?  
*ESE  
*ESE?  
Figure 3–11: SCPI and IEEE status and event registers  
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VXI Interrupt Monitor Status Registers  
IRQ1 occurred  
0
1
2
3
4
IRQ2 occurred  
IRQ3 occurred  
IRQ4 occurred  
IRQ5 occurred  
IRQ6 occurred  
IRQ7 occurred  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt[:EVENt]?  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:CONDition?  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle  
5
6
7
8
Summary of VXI Trigger Monitor  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
Not used  
Figure 3–12: VXI Interrupt Monitor status register  
VXI Monitor Status Registers  
BERR occurred  
SYSFail occurred  
ACFail occurred  
AS missing  
0
1
2
3
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor[:EVENt]?  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:CONDition?  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle  
4
5
6
7
8
Summary of VXI Monitor  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
Not used  
Figure 3–13: VXI Monitor status register  
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Status and Events  
TTL Trigger Status  
TTLTRG0 occured  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
TTLTRG1 occured  
TTLTRG2 occured  
TTLTRG3 occured  
TTLTRG4 occured  
TTLTRG5 occured  
TTLTRG6 occured  
TTLTRG7 occured  
STATus:OPERation:TRIGger:[:EVENt]?  
STATus:OPERation:TRIGger:CONDition?  
STATus:OPERation:TRIGger:ENABle  
Summary of TRIGger  
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
Not used  
Figure 3–14: VXI TTL Trigger Monitor status register  
The Questionable Status register contains information on the quality of the  
signals within the mainframe. In the event problems occur within the mainframe  
(for example, one of the power supplies is not working properly), you could  
program the mainframe to warn you of possible problems.  
There are five status registers that provide summary information to the Question-  
able Status register: the Current Status register, Power Status register, Voltage  
Status register, the Temperature Status register, and the Blower Status register.  
The Power Status register provides status information on the total power supply  
wattage (see Figure 3–15). You can detect problems with total power supply  
wattage by monitoring the corresponding bit in the Power Status register. If a  
problem occurs, the corresponding bit will be set in the register.  
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Status and Events  
POWer Status  
0
1
2
3
STATus:OPERation:POWer:[:EVENt]?  
STATus:OPERation:POWer:CONDition?  
STATus:OPERation:POWer:ENABle  
4
5
6
7
8
Summary of POWer  
Total of all supplies  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
Not used  
Figure 3–15: Power status register  
The Current Status register provides status information on the individual power  
supply Amperages (see Figure 3–16). You can detect problems with any power  
supply current by monitoring the corresponding bit in the Current Status register.  
If a problem occurs, the corresponding bit will be set in the register.  
CURRent Status  
+24V Supply  
+12V Supply  
+5V Supply  
0
1
2
3
STATus:OPERation:CURRent:[:EVENt]?  
STATus:OPERation:CURRent:CONDition?  
STATus:OPERation:CURRent:ENABle  
4
5
6
7
8
–2V Supply  
–5.2V Supply  
–12V Supply  
–24V Supply  
Summary of CURRent  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
Not used  
Figure 3–16: Current Status register  
The Voltage Status register provides status information on the individual power  
supply voltages (see Figure 3–17). You can detect problems with any one of the  
power supply voltages by monitoring the corresponding bit in the Voltage Status  
register. If a problem occurs, the corresponding bit will be set in the register.  
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VOLTage Status Registers  
+24 V  
+12 V  
+5 V  
0
1
2
+5 V Standby  
+5 V External  
–2V  
3
4
5
6
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage[:EVENt]?  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle  
–5.2 V  
–12 V  
–24 V  
7
8
Summary of VOLTage  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
Not used  
Figure 3–17: Voltage status register  
The Temperature Status register provides status information on the delta  
temperature for each slot in the mainframe (see Figure 3–18). You can detect  
temperature problems with any one of the mainframe slots by monitoring the  
corresponding bit in the Temperature Status register. If a problem occurs, the  
corresponding bit will be set in the register.  
TEMPerature Status Registers  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
DELTA0  
DELTA1  
DELTA2  
DELTA3  
DELTA4  
DELTA5  
DELTA6  
DELTA7  
DELTA8  
DELTA9  
DELTA10  
DELTA11  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature[:EVENt]?  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle  
Summary of TEMPerature  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
DELTA12  
AMBIENT  
Not used  
Figure 3–18: Temperature status register  
The Blower Status register provides status information on the two fans in the  
mainframe (see Figure 3–19). You can detect problems with either fan by  
monitoring the corresponding bit in the Blower Status register.  
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BLOWer Status Registers  
BLOWer 1  
BLOWer 2  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer[:EVENt]?  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:CONDition?  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle  
7
8
Summary of BLOWer  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
Not used  
Figure 3–19: Blower status register  
RS-232 and VXI Interface Status and Events  
The RS-232 and VXI interfaces have separate status and event systems. There  
are two sets of status and event registers and two separate Error/Event queues for  
the two interfaces. You can send the commands listed below from the interface to  
set up only those status and event registers of that interface. This allows the  
RS-232 interface to have different settings than the VXI interface.  
H
H
H
H
H
H
H
H
H
STATus:OPERation:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXIInterrupt:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXIMonitor:ENABle  
STATus:OPERation:VXITrigger:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:CURRent:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle  
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H
H
H
H
H
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:PTR  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle  
*ESE  
*SRE  
Error Messages  
Table 3–20 on page 3–181 lists some of the error messages that you may  
encounter while sending commands and queries to the IntelliFrame Mainframe.  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe reports the following categories of errors:  
H
H
H
H
Command Errors  
Execution Errors  
Device Specific Errors  
Query Errors  
Command Errors  
Command errors have error codes within the range of –100 and –199. These  
errors indicate syntax errors. The syntax errors can be due to the command parser  
detecting an IEEE 488.2 syntax error or an unrecognized header that was  
received. Command errors may also occur when you attempt to send an  
unemployment IEEE 488.2 common command.  
Execution Errors  
Execution errors have error codes within the range of –200 and –299. These  
errors are detected by the IntelliFrame Mainframe execution control block.  
Execution errors can occur when a program data element following a header was  
evaluated as outside of the legal input range or when the program data element is  
inconsistent with the capabilities of the mainframe.  
Device Specific Errors  
Query Errors  
Device specific errors have error codes within the range of –300 and –399. These  
errors may indicate that some operations failed to complete due to abnormal  
hardware or firmware conditions.  
Query errors have error codes within the range of –400 and –499. These errors  
indicate that the IntelliFrame Mainframe detected a problem with the message  
exchange protocol. Query errors set the query error bit in the Event Status  
register. These errors may result when you attempt to read data from the output  
queue when no input is present or pending. The errors may also occur when the  
data in the output queue is lost.  
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Table 3–20: IntelliFrame Mainframe error and event codes  
Code  
Message  
0
No error. The error queue is empty. Every error or event has been read or  
was purposely cleared.  
–100  
–101  
–102  
–103  
–104  
–108  
Command error.  
Invalid character.  
Syntax error.  
Invalid separator.  
Data type error.  
Parameter not allowed. More parameters than expected were received for  
the header.  
–109  
–110  
–112  
–113  
–120  
–141  
–144  
–160  
–161  
–200  
–203  
–213  
Missing parameter.  
Command header error.  
Program mnemonic too long.  
Unidentified header.  
Numeric data error.  
Invalid character data.  
Character data too long.  
Block data error.  
Invalid block data.  
Execution Error.  
Command protected.  
Init Ignored. The measurement initiation was ignored because another  
measurement was already in progress.  
–220  
–221  
Parameter error. A program data element related error occurred.  
Settings conflict. A legal program data element was parsed but could not be  
executed due to the current state of the mainframe.  
–222  
–223  
–224  
Data out of range. The value of the data was outside of the legal range.  
Too much data.  
Illegal parameter value. The parameter value must be one of the exact  
values from the command list.  
–315  
–350  
Configuration memory Lost. Some instrument setting may be lost.  
Queue Overflow. An error occurred but there was no room in the queue to  
record the error.  
–380  
–381  
–410  
Calibration failed.  
Execution queue overflow. Internal error.  
Query INTERRUPTED.  
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Table 3–20: IntelliFrame Mainframe error and event codes (Cont.)  
Code  
–420  
–430  
–440  
100  
Message  
Query UNTERMINATED.  
Query DEADLOCKED.  
Query UNTERMINATED after indefinite response.  
System Message  
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Examples  
This section describes a few brief examples using some of the commands  
described in this manual. These examples are intended to show how the  
commands from the Command section work together to complete a task.  
Example 1: Monitor Power Supply Voltages  
This example shows how to monitor the mainframe power supply voltages  
1. Send the STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle command to enable the  
bits in the Voltage Enable register. This command lets you monitor all  
voltage limits.  
STAT:QUES:VOLT:ENAB 32767  
2. Send the STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle command to enable the bit 0 in the  
Questionable Enable register. If any problems occur with any of the power  
supplies, bit 0 of the register will be set.  
STAT:QUES:ENAB 1  
Example 2: Monitor the Delta Temperature  
This example shows how to monitor the delta temperature in slots 0, 1, 2, and 3.  
The maximum allowable delta temperature for slots 0 and 1 is 10 °C; the  
maximum allowable delta temperature for slots 2 and 3 is 5 °C.  
1. Send the STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit command to set the  
temperature limits for the four slots (one command per slot):  
STAT:QUES:TEMP:LIM DELTA0, 10  
STAT:QUES:TEMP:LIM DELTA1, 10  
STAT:QUES:TEMP:LIM DELTA2, 5  
STAT:QUES:TEMP:LIM DELTA3, 5  
2. Send the STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle command to enable  
the bits in the Temperature Enable register. This command allows you to  
measure temperatures for the individual slots.  
STAT:QUES:TEMP:ENAB #H0F  
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3. Send the STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle command to enable bit 4 in the  
Questionable Enable register. If any problems occur with any of the slots, the  
corresponding bit will be set.  
STAT:QUES:ENAB 16  
Example 3: Summarize Status Information  
The following example shows how to return a summary of the status information  
using the STAT:SEVent command.  
Send the STAT:SEVent? query and note the returned information. For example,  
assume that the query returns a decimal value of 1073741947 (0X4000007b).  
Decoding the information indicates that both fans failed and that the tempera-  
tures for slots 0 through 3 exceeded the specified limits.  
Since bit 30 is set, the overflow register should also be checked (STAT:S2EV?).  
Example 4: Monitor the Power Supply Currents  
See STATus subsystem on page 3–31.  
Example 5: VXIMonitor  
See VXIMonitor subsystem on page 3–155.  
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Specifications  
This chapter contains the complete specifications for the IntelliFrame Main-  
frame. Within each section, the specifications are arranged in functional groups  
such as: AC Power Source, Secondary Power, Cooling, Certifications and  
compliances, Environmental, Backplane, Display System and Mechanical.  
All specifications are warranted unless unless labeled typical. Typical specifica-  
tions are provided for your convenience but are not guaranteed. Specifications  
that are marked with the n symbol are checked in the Performance Verification  
chapter beginning on page 5–1.  
NOTE. All VX1410A specifications listed in this chapter also apply to VX1411A  
mainframes that have been upgraded. All VX1420A specifications also apply to  
upgraded VX1410A and VX1411A mainframes.  
Table 4–1: AC Power Source  
Characteristic  
Source Voltage  
Source Frequency  
Description  
90 V to 250 V , continuous range  
RMS  
RMS  
115 V Operation: 45 to 66 Hz or 360 to 440 Hz  
230 V Operation: 45 to 66 Hz  
Power Consumption  
VX1410A:1350 W line power maximum  
VX1420A:1450 W line power maximum  
Fuse Rating  
90 V – 132 V Operation  
103 V – 250 V Operation  
207 V – 250 V Operation  
Inrush Surge Current  
Input Current  
0.25 in × 1.25 in, Slow Blow, 20 A, 250 V  
0.25 in × 1.25 in, Fast Blow, 15 A, 250 V  
5 mm × 20 mm, Fast Blow, 6.3 A, 250 V  
70 A maximum  
VX1410A:15 A maximum at 90 V  
RMS  
6.3 A maximum at 207 V  
RMS  
VX1420A:16.5 A maximum at 90 V  
RMS  
6.3 A maximum at 207 V  
RMS  
Power Factor Correction  
Power Disconnect  
0.99 @ 60 Hz operation  
0.95 @ 400 Hz operation  
Front Panel On/Standby. No primary switch on rear  
panel. Power cord provides main power disconnect. The  
Front Panel On/Standby switch may be disabled for  
remote operation. Enhanced monitor provides ability to  
turn the instrument on/off under program control.  
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Table 4–2: Secondary Power  
Characteristic  
Description  
Maximum Power Available to  
slots 0–12  
V
>110v  
AC  
875  
650  
Low Line Derating  
for V <110v  
AC  
55  
40  
Ambient Temperature (°C)  
1
VX1410A DC Current Capacity (I  
Voltage  
)
Total available  
from power  
supply  
Maximum main- Minimum Avail-  
MP  
frame usage  
able for slots  
0–12  
+24 V  
+12 V  
+5V  
13 A  
1 A  
12 A  
RMS  
2
13 A  
Negligible  
3 A  
13 A  
95 A  
92 A  
2
2
2
–2 V  
–30 A  
–60 A  
–13 A  
–13 A  
0 A  
Negligible  
Negligible  
Negligible  
–30 A  
–60 A  
–13 A  
–12 A  
0 A  
–5.2 V  
–12 V  
–24 V  
–1 A  
0 A  
RMS  
3
+5 V Stdby  
1
VX1420A DC Current Capacity (I  
)
Total available  
from power  
supply  
Maximum main- Minimum Avail-  
MP  
frame usage  
able for slots  
0–12  
Voltage  
+24 V  
+12 V  
+5V  
13 A  
2 A  
11 A  
RMS  
2
13 A  
Negligible  
3 A  
13 A  
92 A  
–30 A  
–60 A  
–13 A  
–11 A  
0 A  
95 A  
2
2
2
–2 V  
–30 A  
–60 A  
–13 A  
–13 A  
0 A  
Negligible  
Negligible  
Negligible  
–5.2 V  
–12 V  
–24 V  
–2 A  
0 A  
RMS  
3
+5 V Stdby  
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Table 4–2: Secondary Power (Cont.)  
Characteristic  
Description  
Voltage  
+24 V  
4
Maximum Current Capacity (I  
)
I
(dynamic current)  
MD  
MD  
9 A  
3 A  
+12 V  
+5 V  
14.5 A  
–2 V  
–7 A  
–5.2 V  
–12 V  
–12 A  
–3 A  
–24 V  
–9 A  
+5 V STDBY  
Voltage  
+24 V  
0 A (user supplied)  
Tolerance, nV  
+1.2 V, –720 mV  
+600 mV, –360 mV  
+250 mV, –125 mV  
–100 mV, +100 mV  
–260 mV, +156 mV  
–600 mV, +360 mV  
–1.2 V, +720 mV  
Ripple/Noise  
n
n
DC Voltage Regulation  
+12 V  
+5 V  
–2 V  
–5.2 V  
–12 V  
–24 V  
Maximum DC Load Ripple/Noise Voltage  
+24 V  
+12 V  
+5 V  
150 mV  
pp  
50 mV  
50 mV  
50 mV  
50 mV  
50 mV  
pp  
pp  
pp  
pp  
pp  
–2 V  
–5.2 V  
–12 V  
–24 V  
150 mV  
pp  
1
2
3
4
Rated mainframe peak DC output current as defined by the VXIbus specification.  
Typical mainframe current usage is <100 mA  
If user supplied 1 A  
Rated mainframe peak-to-peak dynamic current as defined in the VXIbus  
specification by a current verses frequency curve.  
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Table 4–2: Secondary Power (Cont.)  
Characteristic  
Description  
Voltage  
+24 V  
Maximum DC Induced Ripple/Noise  
Ripple/Noise  
150 mV  
pp  
+12 V  
50 mV  
50 mV  
50 mV  
50 mV  
50 mV  
pp  
+5V  
pp  
pp  
pp  
pp  
–2 V  
–5.2 V  
–12 V  
–24 V  
150 mV  
pp  
Protection  
Over voltage protection  
Under voltage protection  
Over temperature protection  
Short circuit protection  
Voltage Readout  
Readout of ±24 V, ±12 V, +5 V, –2 V, –5.2 V, +5 V  
Standby if present, and +5V External via VXIbus or  
RS232  
Voltage Readout Accuracy, typical  
Current Readout  
±3% maximum  
Readout of the present current usage on the ±24,  
±12 , +5, –2, and –5.2 V supplies with VXIbus or  
RS232  
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Table 4–3: Cooling  
Characteristic  
Description  
Cooling System  
VX1410A: Forced air circulation (positive pressurization)  
with one removable filter. Two internal DC fans provide  
cooling for the power supply and the 13 VXIbus module  
slots.  
VX1420A: Forced air circulation (positive pressurization)  
with two removable filters. One DC fan provides cooling for  
the power supply and 13 VXI module slots.  
Fan Speed Control  
Slot Activation  
Slot exhaust air and ambient air temperature are  
monitored such that a maximum Temperature is  
maintained. Rear Panel switch chooses between full  
speed and variable speed.  
Installing a VXIbus module activates the cooling for the  
corresponding occupied slots by opening the IntelliGuide  
mechanism. Only provides cooling to installed modules.  
Slot Airflow Direction  
Mainframe Intake  
P2 to P1, bottom of module to the top of module.  
VX1410A: Lower rear of mainframe.  
VX1420A: Bottom rear and lower rear of mainframe.  
Top rear and top sides of mainframe.  
Mainframe Exhaust  
Cooling Clearance  
Pressurization  
Two inches on both sides and rear of mainframe.  
Positive (modules pressurized).  
Filter Access  
VX1410A: Single air filter accessible from rear of the  
mainframe.  
VX1420A: Dual air filters accessible from rear of the  
mainframe.  
Temperature Readout  
Fan Speed Readout  
Readout of intake air temperature and individual slot  
exhaust temperature through VXIbus or RS-232.  
VX1410A: RPM = 30 *(Tach Frequency) or  
RPM =15 /(+Pulse Width), where (+Pulse Width) is the  
positive pulse width of either of the Tach1 or Tach2 fan  
output signals.  
Readout of system fan speed through VXIbus or RS-232.  
VX1420A: RPM = 20 *(Tach Frequency) or  
RPM = 10/(+Pulse Width) where (+Pulse Width) is the  
positive pulse width of the Tach 1 fan output signal  
measured in seconds.  
Readout of system fan speed is also available via VXIbus  
and RS-232 with Enhanced Monitoring.  
Temperature Sensitivity, typical  
100 mV per ° C, 0° C rise corresponds to 0 V output.  
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Table 4–3: Cooling (Cont.)  
Characteristic  
Description  
Temperature Sense Range, typical –10° C to +90° C, Temperature rise 50° C  
Fan Speed Range  
VX1410A:1200 to 3350 RPM  
VX1420A: 650 to 2250 RPM  
5
4.5  
4
3.5  
Pressure  
across module  
3
(mm H O)  
2
2.5  
2
VX1420A  
1.5  
1
VX1410A  
0.5  
0.00  
0
5
10  
15  
20  
25  
Airflow through module (l/s)  
Note 1. Proposed VXI–8 cooling methods fan filter removed, fans at full speed and sea level.  
Note 2. These curves represent airflow through a single slot with all other shutters closed. The airflow  
will decrease as additional shutters are opened.  
Figure 4–1: Mainframe cooling curve  
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Table 4–4: Certifications and compliances  
Characteristic  
Description  
EC Declaration of Conformity Meets intent of Directive 89/336/EEC for Electromagnetic  
Compatibility and Low Voltage Directive 73/23/ECC for Product  
Safety. Compliance was demonstrated to the following  
specifications as listed in the Official Journal of the European  
Communities:  
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC:  
EN 55011  
Class A Limits for Conductive Emissions.  
EN60555-2  
AC Power Line Harmonic Emissions.  
EN 55011  
Class A Limits for Radiated Emissions.  
EN 50082-1 Immunity:  
IEC 801-2  
IEC 801-3  
IEC 801-4  
IEC 801-5  
Electrostatic Discharge Immunity  
RF Electromagnetic Field Immunity  
Electrical Fast Transient/Burst Immunity  
Power Line Surge Immunity  
Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC:  
EN61010-1 Safety requirements for electrical equipment  
for measurement, control, and laboratory use  
Australian Declaration of  
Conformity (C-Tick Mark)  
Complies with Australian EMC Framework, under the Standard  
applicable product class 2064, governing radiated and  
conducted emissions.  
Immunity, Enclosure,  
Electrostatic Discharge  
(ESD)  
Up to 8 kV with no change to control settings or impairment of  
normal operation, and up to 15 kV with no loss of stored data or  
damage that prevents recovery of normal operation by the user  
(IEC 801-2).  
Immunity, Enclosure, Radio  
Frequency Electromagnetic  
Field  
No mainframe failures when the mainframe is subjected to a  
3 V/m electromagnetic field over the frequency range of 27 MHz  
to 500 MHz (IEC 801-3).  
Immunity, Fast Transients,  
Common Mode  
No loss of stored data, change to control settings, degradation  
of performance, or temporary loss of function will occur when the  
mainframe is subjected to the following transients (IEC 801-4):  
Port  
Peak Voltage  
Tr/Th Rep Frequency  
Signal & Control 0.5 kV  
5/50 ns  
5/50 ns  
5/50 ns  
5 kHz  
5 kHz  
5 kHz  
DC Power  
AC Power  
0.5 kV  
1.0 kV  
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Table 4–4: Certifications and compliances (Cont.)  
Characteristic  
Description  
Immunity, AC Power Line  
Transients  
No loss of stored data, change to control settings, degradation  
of performance, or temporary loss of function will occur when the  
mainframe is subjected to the transients as described below  
(IEC 801-5).  
5
Mode  
Peak Voltage Tr/Th  
Common  
Differential 1 kV  
2 kV  
1.2/50 ms  
8/20 ms  
FCC  
The mainframe complies with the radiated and conducted  
emissions requirements of FCC 47 CFR, Part 15, Subpart B,  
Class A equipment.  
Certifications  
UL3111-1 Standard for electrical measuring and test equipment  
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1–Safety requirements for electrical  
equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.  
Conditions of Approval  
Installation CAT II [Local-level mains (wall sockets). This  
instrument is cord-connected]. Certifications are made for the  
following conditions:  
Pollution Degree 2 (rated for indoor use only)  
Safety Class I  
(grounded product)  
Altitude (maximum operating) 2000 meters  
Equipment Type: Test and Measuring  
Installation Category  
Definitions  
Category: Examples of Products in this category:  
CAT III  
CAT II  
CAT I  
Distribution-level mains, fixed installation  
Local-level mains, appliances, portable equipment  
Signal levels in special equipment or parts of  
equipment, telecommunications, electronics  
5
Open circuit voltage (short circuit current) transient characteristics.  
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Table 4–5: Environmental  
Characteristic  
Description  
Classification  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe is suitable for operation in the  
Tektronix and MIL-T-28800E (Type III, Class 5,  
Style E or F) environments as specified in this table.  
Atmospherics  
Temperature  
Operating  
Meets the limits stated in MIL-T-28800E for Type III, Class 5  
0° C to 55° C, derated 1° C/1000 ft (305 m) above 5000 ft  
(1524 m)  
Nonoperating  
Relative Humidity  
Operating  
–40° C to 75° C  
Up to 95% at up to 30° C and up to 45% at up to 55° C  
Nonoperating  
Altitude  
Up to 95% at up to 55° C  
Operating  
15,000 ft. (4570 m) operating temperature derated  
1° C/1000 ft (305 m) above 5000 ft (1524 m)  
Nonoperating  
Dynamics  
40,000 ft (12,190 m)  
Random Vibration  
Three axis, 30 minutes total, 10 minutes per axis, without  
VXI modules installed. Rear face exempted.  
Operating  
0.27 g  
2.28 g  
total from 5 Hz to 500 Hz  
total from 5 Hz to 500 Hz  
RMS  
RMS  
Nonoperating  
Mechanical Shock,  
Nonoperating  
Half Sine, 30 g’s, 11 ms duration, 3 drops each side, 18  
shocks total, without VXI modules installed or with  
installed VXI modules weighing less than 5 lbs each.  
Meets functional shock requirements of Mil–T–28800E,  
Type III, Class 5.  
User Handling, Operating  
Each edge lifted four inches and allowed to free fall onto a  
solid wooden bench surface without VXI modules installed.  
Rear face exempted.  
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Characteristic  
Description  
Bus Grant/ Interrupt Acknowledge Solid state, auto-configuring (jumperless)  
VXIbus CLK10 Distribution The ECL clock, CLK10, is distributed from Slot 0 to Slots  
1 through12 in full differential form.  
Table 4–7: Display System VX1410A Option 1M or VX1420A  
Characteristic  
Display Type  
Description  
3.74 in x 0.20 in (95 mm x 5 mm), Fluorescent Indicator Module.  
Display Resolution  
One line by 20 alphanumeric characters, implemented in a  
5 x 7 dot matrix with cursor underline.  
Table 4–8: Mechanical  
Characteristic  
Overall Dimensions  
Mainframe  
Description  
Height (with feet)  
Width  
13.65 in (35.00 cm)  
16.7 in (42.55 cm)  
Depth  
VX1410A:24 in (60.96 cm)  
VX1420A 26.5 in (69.99 cm)  
Mainframe with Rackmount  
Height  
13.25 in (33.6 cm)  
18.9 in (48.01 cm)  
Width  
VX1410A: Depth  
26.4 in (67.06 cm) to 31.4 in (79.76 cm) in 0.5 in  
increments, user selectable  
VX1420A: Depth  
28.9 in (71.06 cm) to 33.9 in (82.76 cm) in 0.5 in  
increments, user selectable  
Cable Tray, Option 1U  
(See Figure 4–4 for overall mainframe dimensions)  
1.75 in (4.45 cm)  
Height  
Width  
Depth  
16.6 in (42.16 cm)  
18.5 in (47.43 cm)  
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Characteristic  
Cable Tray, Option 2U  
Height  
Description  
(See Figure 4–5 for overall mainframe dimensions)  
3.50 in (8.89 cm)  
Width  
16.6 in (42.16 cm)  
Depth  
18.5 in (47.43 cm)  
Weight  
VX1410A mainframe  
VX1420A mainframe  
Rackmount Option 1R  
Rackmount Option 2R  
Rackmount Option 3R  
Cable Tray Option 1U  
Cable Tray Option 2U  
Shipping Weight  
Instrument package  
Options package  
Module Size  
45.5 lbs (20.7 kg) with no modules installed  
48 lbs (22.1 kg)  
20 lbs (9.1 kg)  
22 lbs (10 kg)  
3 lbs (1.4 kg)  
7 lbs (3.2 kg)  
9 lbs (4.1 kg)  
90 lbs (40.9 kg) maximum with no modules installed  
38 lbs (17.3 kg) maximum  
13 C-size VXI slots. The mainframe also accepts A-size or  
B-size modules using the 73A-851 module.  
Finish  
Tektronix silver grey and Tektronix TV grey paint on an  
aluminum chassis  
16.7 in  
(42.55 cm)  
24.00 in  
(60.96 cm)  
13.65 in  
(35.00 cm)  
13.25 in  
(33.6 cm)  
Figure 4–2: Front view and side view of VX1410A IntelliFrame Mainframe  
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16.7 in  
(42.55 cm)  
26.5 in  
(69.99 cm)  
13.65 in  
(35.00 cm)  
13.25 in  
(33.6 cm)  
Figure 4–3: Front view and side view of VX1420A Super Cooler  
26.4 in 67.06 cm Min  
18.9 in  
( 31.4 in 79.76 cm Max)  
(48.0 cm)  
15.00 in  
(38.0 cm)  
15.75 in  
(40.0 cm)  
17.50 in  
(44.5 cm)  
Figure 4–4: Front view and side view of IntelliFrame Mainframe with Option 1U and rackmount option  
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26.4 in (67.06 cm) Min  
31.4 in (79.76 cm) Max  
18.9 in  
(48.01 cm)  
16.75 in  
(42.5 cm)  
17.50 in  
(44.5 cm)  
19.25 in  
(48.9 cm)  
Figure 4–5: Front view and side view of IntelliFrame Mainframe with Option 2U and Rackmount Option  
Table 4–9: VXI and Plug & Play  
Characteristic  
VXI  
Description  
Fully compatible with VXIbus System Specifications, Rev 1.4  
VXIPlug&Play  
Mainframe  
VXIPlug&Play compliant with the following:  
WIN Framework 4.0  
WIN 95 Framework  
WIN NT Framework  
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The following servicing instructions are for use only by qualified personnel. To  
avoid injury, do not perform any servicing other than that stated in the operating  
instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer to all Safety Summaries before  
performing any service.  
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Use the steps in this chapter to verify that the IntelliFrame Mainframe operates  
properly. The checks consist of checking the power supply voltages at the 25-pin  
Rear Panel Passive Monitor connector at the rear of the mainframe.  
Equipment Required  
DC Voltage Regulation  
You will need the following equipment to complete the performance verification  
checks in this chapter:  
H
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Digital Voltmeter (Tektronix DM250 series digital voltmeter)  
Oscilloscope, 20 MHz BW, with 1X Probe with < one-inch ground lead,  
(Tektronix TDS500A series oscilloscope with a P6101B probe)  
The DC voltage regulation can be verified by following the steps listed under  
Functional Check beginning on page 1–25. If you have the VX1410A with  
Option 1M or the VX1420A, perform the additional following steps:  
1. Scroll through the various status messages on the front panel display and  
check that the display does not flash and that no failures appear.  
2. Compare the seven voltages that you measured under Functional Check on  
page 1–25 against the readouts of the voltages on the display.  
3. Verify that the voltage readings on the display are within ±3% of the voltage  
measured at the 25-pin connector.  
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DC Load Ripple and Noise  
Use an oscilloscope to check the DC Load Ripple and Noise on the pins of the  
25-pin connector and compare the results against the limits listed in Table 5–1.  
1. Set up the oscilloscope as follows:  
Bandwidth Limit  
Input Coupling  
Volts/Division  
Time Base  
20 MHz  
AC  
10 mV/div  
1 s/div  
Trigger Mode  
Acquisition Mode  
Auto  
Peak Detect  
2. Connect a ground lead (less than one inch) to the 1X oscilloscope probe  
(P6101B).  
3. Connect the probe to Pin 1 of the 25-pin connector and connect the ground  
lead to one of the ground pins listed in Table 5–1.  
4. Check that peak-to-peak voltage displayed on the oscilloscope is less than  
the limits listed in Table 5–1.  
5. Check the remaining voltages in Table 5–1.  
Table 5–1: DC load ripple and noise check  
Pin  
Supply  
+5 V  
Limits (V  
50 mV  
)
p-p  
1
2
–12 V  
–24 V  
–2 V  
50 mV  
3
150 mV  
50 mV  
4
14  
+12 V  
+ 24 V  
–5.2 V  
Ground  
50 mV  
15  
150 mV  
50 mV  
16  
9, 17, 8,19, 20, 22, 24  
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Theory of Operation  
This Chapter provides a brief overview of the theory of operation for the  
VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe. Figure 6–1 shows the  
functional block diagram of the mainframe and the major components.  
IntelliFrame Mainframe  
The standard mainframe contains the following major components:  
H
H
H
H
Power supply  
Backplane  
Enhanced Monitor board  
Temperature Sense board  
Power Supply. The power supply provides all voltages and currents to the  
mainframe. The power supply connects to the backplane at P25, P26, P27, and  
P28 through the Power Supply. The power supply can be replaced as a single  
unit.  
Backplane. The Backplane (A4) provides all the connections to module slots 0  
through 12 in the mainframe. It also has connections to all other circuit boards  
and modules in the mainframe.  
The front panel On/Standby DC switch connects to one of two connectors at the  
top of the backplane. When the switch is connected to J22, the switch controls  
the power in the mainframe. When the switch is connected to J23, the power-on  
functions are controlled by an external source through the 25-pin connector on  
the Monitor board. Although the switch still illuminates when power is applied  
to the mainframe, the on/off function of the switch is disabled. (Refer to Remote  
Power Switch Configuration on page B–1 for information on powering the  
mainframe with a remote momentary switch.)  
The backplane connects to the Power Supply at J25 to J28. A 30-wide ribbon  
cable at 0J4 on the backplane connects to J16 on the Temperature Sense board.  
Connectors 0J1, 0J2, and 0P3 carry instrument monitoring information from the  
backplane to the Monitor board.  
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External Monitor Power  
Logical Addr  
RS232  
2
Fan 1  
Blower VX1420A  
Passive Monitor  
Fan Speed Switch  
Fan 2  
VX1410A  
12  
3
Fan 1  
VX1410A  
9
4
AC in  
25  
3
4
S 1/2 J10 P9 S3 J7 J8  
J6  
Power Supply  
Enhanced  
Monitor A7  
P25 P26 P27 P28  
0J3  
0P1  
0P2  
96  
30  
96  
5
5
30  
5
J25  
J26  
2P1  
J27 J28  
3P1  
0J4 0P3 0J1 0J2  
0P1  
Backplane  
A4  
5P1  
J24  
J23 J22  
1P1  
4P1  
6P1  
7P1  
8P1  
9P1  
10P1  
11P1  
12P1  
J29  
11P2  
12P2  
0P2  
1P2  
2P2  
3P2  
4P2  
5P2  
6P2  
7P2  
8P2  
9P2  
10P2  
18  
J16  
Temperature Sense Board  
A2  
1
Slot 0 Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3 Slot 4 Slot 5 Slot 6 Slot 7 Slot 8 Slot 9 Slot 10 Slot 11  
Slot 12  
4
(VX1420A & VX1410A Option 1M only)  
12  
J18  
Front Panel  
Button ECB  
34  
2
J17  
J19  
A6  
Status & Alarm Display  
On / Standby  
Switch  
Front Panel Display Board  
Scroll Switches  
Figure 6–1: Mainframe block diagram  
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Temperature Sense Board. The Temperature Sense board (A2) monitors the  
exhaust air temperatures for each slot within the mainframe. The Temperature  
Sense Board connects to the backplane through the ribbon cable at J16.  
Enhanced Monitor Board. Your IntelliFrame Mainframe comes standard with the  
Enhanced Monitor board. The Front Panel Display board is standard on the  
VX1420A and is Option 1M on the VX1410A. The Enhanced Monitor board  
(A7) collects the monitoring information from the power supply, fans, and  
Temperature Sense board and passes it to the 25-pin D connector. The Monitor  
board connects directly to the backplane at 0J3, 0P1 and 0P2. The Enhanced  
Monitor includes a nine-pin RS-232 port to connect to an external host. Address  
switches near the bottom rear of the board allow you to select the VXIbus  
address. A green READY indicator and amber ACCESSED indicator located at  
the bottom of the board indicate the operating status of the mainframe.  
VX1410A-The two fans connect to the Monitor board at J7 (Fan2) and J8  
(Fan1). The Fan Speed switch (S3) selects either variable fan speed (VAR) or full  
speed (FULL).  
VX1420A-The blower connects to the Monitor board at J8 (Fan2). The Fan  
Speed switch (S3) lets you select either variable fan speed (VAR) or full speed  
(FULL).  
Table 3–1 on page 3–2 shows the pinouts of the 25-pin D connector.  
The Enhanced Monitor board also has circuitry to allow you to communicate  
with the mainframe with SCPI commands. These commands are detailed in the  
Reference section of this manual.  
An Auxiliary Power input connector is available to connect 5 volts from an  
outside source to power the communication circuitry in the event of power  
failure of the mainframe.  
Mainframe with Option 1M  
Option 1M provides your VX1410A mainframe with a Front Panel Display  
board. You may upgrade your mainframe with a front panel display by ordering  
the VXF1M field upgrade kit. This display should be standard on your  
VX1420A mainframe.  
Display Panel. The Front Panel Display board (A6) has a 20-character alphanu-  
meric display that displays the system messages on the front panel. Scroll keys  
allow you to scroll through the messages one at a time. The Front Panel Display  
board connects to the backplane through the ribbon cable at J18.  
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Adjustment Procedures  
This chapter describes adjustment procedures for the IntelliFrame Mainframe.  
There are no hardware adjustments required for the IntelliFrame Mainframe. The  
information in this chapter describes the command set for service related tasks.  
Perform the calibration procedures when major modules have been replaced in  
the mainframe, such as the Enhanced Monitor, Backplane or Sense circuit  
boards.  
The information in this section is designed for use by qualified service person-  
nel. Read the General Safety Summary and Service Safety Summary at the front  
of this manual and Service Strategy on page 8-1 before attempting any  
procedures in this chapter. Refer to the Operating Basics chapter for information  
on the location of controls, indicators, and connectors used with the mainframe.  
NOTE. This procedure assumes that you have a PC running MS Windows with  
the Microsoft Terminal program.  
The following steps describe the calibration procedure using the CALibration  
command:  
1. Place the IntelliFrame Mainframe in a constant-temperature environment.  
2. Remove all modules from the IntelliFrame Mainframe.  
3. Install the empty slot panel fillers upside down so the shutters are open and  
air can flow in all 13 slots.  
4. Set the fan speed to the FULL position.  
5. Power on the IntelliFrame Mainframe and let it run for five minutes.  
6. While you are waiting for the mainframe to warm up, execute the Microsoft  
Terminal program.  
The Microsoft Terminal program is located in the Accessories folder (for the  
default setup of Microsoft Windows).  
7. Connect an RS-232 cable between the COM port on the PC and the RS-232  
connector at the rear of the IntelliFrame Mainframe. Refer to Table 3–14 on  
page 3–111 for a list of the factory default RS-232 settings.  
8. Select the Communications... command from the Settings menu of the  
Terminal program and select the appropriate COM port (for example, COM1  
or COM2) from the dialog box.  
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9. Refer to Table 7–1 and set up the PC RS-232 port configurations. The  
RS-232 settings must match those of the mainframe.  
Table 7–1: PC RS-232 settings for the calibration  
Procedure  
RS-232 Parameter  
Baud Rate  
Data Bits  
Setting  
9600  
8
Stop Bits  
1
Parity  
None  
Xon/Xoff  
Flow Control  
10. Make sure that the mainframe has had at least five minutes to warm up  
before continuing this procedure.  
11. Send the following commands to enable the password and to calibrate the  
IntelliFrame Mainframe:  
SYST:PASS VX1410"  
CAL?  
12. Check that the CAL? query returns a value of zero to indicate no error has  
been detected during the calibration.  
NOTE. Steps 13 and 14 are only necessary if the you have replaced the Enhanced  
Monitor. If you havent replaced the Enhanced Monitor go to step 15.  
13. Note the serial number on the rear panel of the mainframe.  
14. Send the following command to set up the serial number in the Enhanced  
Monitor:  
SYST:SER Bxxxxxx"  
The value of Bxxxxxx is the serial number as noted from the rear of the  
mainframe.  
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15. VX1410A with Option 1M or a VX1420A: Use then the front panel Next  
and Prev buttons to scroll through the delta temperature of the slots. All delta  
temperatures should read 0 °C ±1 °C.  
16. Power down the mainframe.  
17. This completes the calibration procedure.  
The rest of this section describes the CALibration and SYSTem:PASSword  
commands in detail.  
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CALibration  
CALibration?  
This a service-related command. The command calibrates the exhaust tempera-  
ture of each slot. While the mainframe executes the command, the command sets  
the CALibrating bit in the Operation Status Condition register.  
The query performs the same function as the command but it also returns a pass  
or fail response. A return value of 0 means that the calibration has passed and a  
return value between 10 and 22 indicates a calibration failure in slots 0  
through 12.  
Syntax  
CALibration[:ALL]  
CALibration[:ALL]?  
<Parameter>  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
0
10 – 22  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–203, “Command Protected”  
You attempted to execute a command that is protected by a password. See the  
SYSTem:PASSword command beginning on page 7–5 for more information.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: CAL  
Query:  
CAL?  
Response: 0  
Related Commands  
None  
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SYSTem:PASSword:CDISable  
This command disables the protected command CALibration. If the user sends  
the CALibration command after this command, the IntelliFrame Mainframe will  
generate an error.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:PASSword:CDISable <Password>  
<Password>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<string>  
Not Applicable  
”VX1410”  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–221, “Settings Conflict.”  
You attempted to send an invalid password.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: SYST:PASS:CDIS "VX1410"  
SYSTem:PASSword:CENable  
Related Commands  
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SYSTem:PASSword:CENable  
This command enables the protected command CALibration. The user has to  
send this command before the CALibration command; otherwise the Intelli-  
Frame Mainframe will generate an error.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:PASSword[:CENable] <Password>  
<Password>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<string>  
Not Applicable  
”VX1410A”  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–221, “Settings Conflict.”  
You attempted to send an invalid password.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: SYST:PASS:CEN "VX1410"  
SYSTem:PASSword:CDISable  
Related Commands  
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SYSTem:PASSword:CENable:STATe?  
This query returns whether the password protected commands are enabled/dis-  
abled. Enabled commands return a value of 1; disabled commands return a  
value of 0.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:PASSword[:CENable]:STATe?  
<Parameter>  
Query response  
Parameters  
Not Applicable  
<NR1>  
1
0
Reset Value  
Errors and Events  
Dependencies  
Examples  
Not Applicable  
None  
None  
Query:  
SYST:PASS:STAT?  
Response: 1  
Related Commands  
SYSTem:PASSword:CDISable  
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SYSTem:SERial  
SYSTem:SERial?  
This command stores the serial number of the instrument in nonvolatile RAM.  
The query returns the serial number previously stored.  
The command converts all lower case characters in the serial number to upper  
case.  
Syntax  
SYSTem:SERial <Serial Number>  
SYSTem:SERial?  
<Parameter>  
Query response  
Parameters  
<string>  
<string>  
The serial number must start with an alphabet-  
ical character followed by an optional  
alphabetical character and by a maximum of  
six digits.  
Reset Value  
Not Applicable  
Errors and Events  
–221, “Settings Conflict.”  
You attempted to execute a command that is protected by a password. See the  
SYSTem:PASSword command beginning on page 7–5 for more information.  
–220, “Parameter Error”  
Invalid serial number.  
Dependencies  
Examples  
None  
Command: SYST:SER "B123456"  
Query:  
SYST:SER?  
Response: B123456"  
Related Commands  
*IDN  
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Maintenance  
This chapter provides procedures for inspecting and cleaning the IntelliFrame  
Mainframe, removing and replacing internal mainframe components, and  
isolating problems to module levels.  
Service Strategy  
Preparation  
The service procedures in this manual provide removal and replacement  
procedures to repair the IntelliFrame Mainframe to a module level. Instrument  
level repairs are accomplished by exchanging faulty modules with known-good  
modules or parts. No component-level repair is provided in this manual.  
The information in this section is designed for use by qualified service person-  
nel. Read the General Safety Summary and Service Safety Summary at the front  
of this manual and Service Strategy before attempting any procedures in this  
chapter. Refer to the Operating Basics chapter for information on the location of  
controls, indicators, and connectors used with the mainframe.  
CAUTION. Many components within the mainframe are susceptible to static-  
discharge damage. Service the mainframe only in a static-free environment.  
Observe standard handling precautions for static-sensitive devices while  
servicing the mainframe. Always wear a grounded wrist strap, or equivalent,  
while servicing the mainframe.  
Observe the following precautions to avoid damaging the mainframe:  
H
H
Do not handle static-sensitive components on boards.  
Transport and store static-sensitive boards in their original containers or  
on conductive foam. Label any package that contains static-sensitive  
assemblies.  
H
Wear a wrist strap attached to the mainframe while handling the boards to  
discharge the static voltage from your body.  
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Do not allow anything capable of holding or generating a static charge on the  
work surface.  
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Do not slide a board over any surface.  
Avoid handling boards in areas that have a floor or work surface cover that is  
capable of generating a static charge.  
NOTE. Always power down the mainframe and disconnect the power cord before  
cleaning or servicing the mainframe.  
Inspection and Cleaning  
The mainframe is inspected mechanically and electrically before shipment. It  
should be free of marks or scratches and should meet or exceed all electrical  
specifications. Inspect the mainframe for physical damage incurred during  
transit. Retain the mainframe packaging in case shipment for repair is necessary.  
If there is damage or deficiency, contact your local Tektronix representative.  
Cleaning procedures consist of exterior and interior cleaning of the mainframe  
and cleaning the fan filter. Periodic cleaning reduces instrument breakdown and  
increases reliability. Clean the mainframe as needed, based on the operating  
environment. Refer to your module user documentation for information on  
cleaning the individual VXIbus modules.  
Interior Cleaning  
Exterior Cleaning  
Use a dry, low-velocity stream of air to clean the interior of the mainframe. Use a  
soft-bristle brush for cleaning around components. If you must use a liquid for  
minor interior cleaning, use a 75% isopropyl alcohol solution and rinse with  
deionized water.  
Clean the exterior surfaces of the mainframe with a dry lint-free cloth or  
a soft-bristle brush. If any dirt remains, use a cloth or swab dipped in a 75%  
isopropyl alcohol solution. Use a swab to clean narrow spaces around controls  
and connectors. Do not use abrasive compounds on any part of the mainframe.  
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CAUTION. To avoid damaging the instrument, avoid getting moisture inside the  
mainframe during exterior cleaning; use just enough moisture to dampen the  
cloth or swab.  
Do not wash the front-panel On/Standby switch. Cover the switch while washing  
the mainframe.  
Use only deionized water when cleaning. Use a 75% isopropyl alcohol solution  
as a cleanser and rinse with deionized water.  
Do not use chemical cleaning agents; they may damage the mainframe. Avoid  
chemicals that contain benzene, toluene, xylene, acetone, or similar solvents.  
Cleaning the Fan or  
Blower Filters  
The fan/blower filters are easily removed from the rear of the mainframe. The  
filters slide out of the rear of the mainframe as shown in Figure 8–1.  
Fan filter  
Blower filters  
VX1410A  
VX1420A  
Figure 8–1: Removing the fan/blower filters  
Clean the fan/blower filters by vacuuming or blowing air through the filter.  
Rinse the filter in cool water and dry it before replacing it in the mainframe.  
You can reset the filter cleaning interval with the VXIplug&plug soft front panel  
or by sending the STATus: QUEStionable: FILTer:TRESet command. If your  
mainframe has the front panel display (Option 1M), you can also reset the filter  
cleaning interval by scrolling to the air filter cleaning time and simultaneously  
pressing both the NEXT and PREV buttons.  
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Removal and Replacement  
The following procedures describe how to remove and replace module-level  
components of the IntelliFrame Mainframe Refer to the exploded view illustra-  
tions in Replaceable Parts for an overview of the assembly and disassembly of  
the mainframe.  
WARNING. To avoid electric shock, always power down the mainframe and  
disconnect the power cord before cleaning or servicing the mainframe.  
Tools Required  
The following tools are required to disassemble the IntelliFrame Mainframe to  
the module level:  
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Small flat blade screwdriver  
Diagonal cutters (for removing cable ties)  
Torx screwdriver with a T-10, T-15 and T-20 tip  
A 3/32-inch Allen wrench (hex wrench)  
#2 Phillips or #1 Pozidriv driver  
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Procedure 1: Removing  
the Mainframe Cover  
To remove the mainframe cover, refer to Figure 8–2 while performing the  
following steps:  
1. Remove the 12 hex drive screws (6 each side) using a 3/32 Allen wrench.  
2. Lift the front bottom corners up.  
3. After tilting the cover up about 3 inches, lift the cover straight off the  
instrument.  
Remove screws (12)  
Step 1  
Step 2  
Step 3  
Figure 8–2: Removing the mainframe cover  
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Procedure 2: Removing  
the Fan or Blower  
Assembly  
To remove the VX1410A and VX1420A fan/blower assemblies, refer to Figures  
8–3, 8–4, 8–5, 8–6 and 8–7 while performing the following steps:  
1. Loosen the captive screw that secures the fan cable cover to the instrument.  
Remove the cable cover. Refer to Figures 8–3 and 8–4.  
2. Unplug the cables.  
3. Remove the Chassis Ground (if installed) screw using a T-20 tip.  
4. From the back of the mainframe, loosen the five captive screws using a  
Phillips screwdriver. Refer to Figure 8–3 for screw locations.  
5. Remove the fan cable fan/blower assembly from the instrument and set the  
fan/blower assembly aside on a clean working surface.  
6. VX1410A: Remove the filter from the fan assembly.  
7. VX1410A: Remove the two hex socket screws that secure the filter cover to  
the fan assembly using a 3-32 Allen wrench. Then remove the filter cover  
from the fan assembly.  
8. VX1410A: Remove the three 6-32 screws (with a pozidriv tip) that secure  
each fan to the inside of the fan assembly as shown in Figure 8–5.  
9. VX1410A: Remove the cable tie holding the fan cables to the assembly.  
Then remove the fans from the assembly.  
10. VX1420A: Perform steps 1 through 5.  
11. VX1420A:Remove the ten 8-32 screws that secure the shroud to the chassis  
using a 3/32 Allen wrench. Six screws are located on the sides of the shroud  
and four screws are located on the bottom of the shroud. Separate the shroud  
from the blower assembly. See Figure 8–7.  
12. VX1420A: Remove the four 8-32 Torxdrive T-20 screws that secure the  
blower to the chassis.  
13. VX1420A: Remove the two sheet metal Torxdrive T-20 screws that secure  
the blower to the blower assembly brackets. Remove the blower from the  
blower assembly brackets.  
14. VX1420A: To help prevent losing the screws while replacing the blower,  
temporarily replace the two sheet metal screws removed in step 13  
NOTE. When reconnecting the fan cables to the mainframe, verify that you  
connect the fan cables to their respective connectors. Match the labels on the fan  
cables to their respective connector on the rear of the mainframe.  
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8-32 Captive  
screw/fan housing  
8-32 Captive  
screw/fanhousing  
8-32 Captive  
screw/Enhance monitor  
8-32 Captive  
screw/cable cover  
8-32 Captive  
screw/fanhousing  
8-32 Captive  
screw/fanhousing  
8-32 Captive  
screw/Enhance monitor  
8-32 Captive  
screw/fan housing  
Figure 8–3: Location of fan assembly screws on the rear of the mainframe  
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Power supply  
Cable cover  
Fan cables  
Fan assembly  
Figure 8–4: VX1410A–Removing the fan assembly  
Fans  
Cable tie  
Remove screws (6)  
Remove screws (2)  
Filter cover  
Figure 8–5: VX1410A–Removing the fans  
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Power supply  
Cable cover  
Fan cable  
Blower  
assembly  
Figure 8–6: VX1420A–Removing the blower assembly  
Chassis  
Blower assembly  
Shroud  
Screws (2)  
Blower  
Cable tie  
Screws (4)  
Screws (4)  
Screws (6)  
Figure 8–7: VX1420A–Removing the blower  
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Procedure 3: Removing  
the Enhanced Monitor  
To remove the enhanced monitor, perform the following procedure (refer to  
Figure 8–8):  
1. Loosen the captive screw that secures the cable cover to the back panel, and  
then remove the cable cover.  
2. Disconnect the fan cables.  
3. Loosen the two captive screws that secure the enhanced monitor to the rear  
panel. Then slide the enhanced monitor out of the mainframe.  
NOTE. If you replace the Enhanced Monitor, remember to calibrate the main-  
frame. Refer to Adjustment Procedures beginning on page 7–1 for information  
on calibrating the mainframe. Refer to Table 8–1 to ensure J2, J38 and J19  
jumper configurations are matched to appropriate instrument, as indicated by  
the Lexan Front Panel.  
Table 8–1: IntelliFrame Mainframe Enhanced Monitor jumper configurations  
Jumpers (location)  
Pins  
1-2  
2-3  
3-4  
1-2  
2-3  
1-2  
2-3  
Mainframes  
VX1410A  
VX1411A  
VX1420A  
––––––––  
––––––––  
––––––––  
––––––––  
Label on board  
10A  
J2 (top of board)  
J2  
11A  
J2  
20A  
J38 (middle of board)  
Dual  
J38  
Blower  
Dual  
J19 (bottom of board)  
J19  
Blower  
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8–32 Captive screw  
Remove fan cables  
Remove  
cable cover  
Monitor board  
8–32 Captive  
screws  
Figure 8–8: Removing the Enhanced Monitor  
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Procedure 4: Removing  
the Power Supply  
To remove the power supply from the mainframe you must first remove the fan  
assembly. Perform Procedure 2 on page 8–6, to remove the fan assembly then  
continue with the following steps:  
1. Using the handle on the power supply, firmly pull out the power supply from  
the rear of the mainframe.  
2. Remove two 3/32 hex-drive screws and washers to remove the handle from  
the power supply.  
Mainframe  
Power supply  
Handle  
Figure 8–9: Removing the power supply  
Procedure 5: Removing  
the Card Guides  
The card guides at the top and bottom of the mainframe are very similar. The  
main difference is that the bottom guides (IntelliGuides) include the spring-  
loaded shutters to redirect air into the mainframe. The procedure for removing  
both guides is identical. Refer to Figure 8–10 while performing the following  
steps:  
1. Use a small flat blade screw driver to pry up the tab of the card guide at the  
front of the mainframe, being careful not to damage the card guide or the  
mainframe.  
2. Gently pull the card guide forward until it pops out of place.  
3. Remove the card guide.  
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NOTE. The bottom card guides (IntelliGuides) are replaced as a unit. The  
IntelliGuides are not intended to be disassembled.  
To replace a card guide, slide the card guide towards the rear of the mainframe  
and allow the front of the card guide to snap into place.  
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Installing card guides  
Slide the card guides toward the rear of  
the mainframe; allow the front of the  
card guide to snap into place.  
Front  
Rear  
Removing card guides  
Gently pull the card guide  
forward until it pops out of place.  
Figure 8–10: Removing the top and bottom card guides  
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Procedure 6: Replacing  
the Top and Bottom Nut  
Rails  
The nut rails at the top and the bottom of the front of the IntelliFrame Mainframe  
allow the user to secure installed modules into the mainframe by screwing the  
top and bottom of the modules to the front of the mainframe. Refer to Figure  
8–11 to remove these nut rails, and perform Procedure 1 on page 8–5 to remove  
the mainframe cover.  
1. Loosen all module retaining screws (it may be necessary to slide the modules  
partially out of the mainframe).  
2. Slide the nut rail out of hole on the side of mainframe.  
Replace the nut rail by sliding it back in the side of the mainframe and pushing it  
into place.  
Remove module  
retaining screws.  
Bottom nut rail  
Top nut rail  
Figure 8–11: Replacing the top and bottom nut rails  
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Procedure 7: Removing  
the Temperature Sense  
Board  
To remove the Temperature Sense board, perform Procedure 1 on page 8–5 to  
remove the mainframe cover, and then complete the following steps:  
1. Disconnect the ribbon cable from the Temperature Sense board.  
2. Refer to Figure 8–12 and gently pry up on each retainer holding the  
Temperature Sense board in place.  
3. Tilt the board forward and lift the board out of the holes at the top of the  
mainframe, being careful not to damage any components on the circuit  
board.  
NOTE. If you replace the Temperature Sense board, you have to calibrate the  
mainframe. Refer to Adjustment Procedures beginning on page 7–1 for  
information on calibrating the mainframe.  
Temperature  
sense board  
Retainer  
Cable  
Figure 8–12: Removing the temperature sense board  
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Procedure 8: Removing  
the Front Panel Display  
Assembly  
To remove the front panel Display assembly (for VX1410A with Option 1M or  
VX1420A mainframes), perform Procedure 1 on page 8–5 and complete the  
following steps:  
1. Remove the top cover of the mainframe (see Figure 8–11 on page 8–15, if  
necessary).  
2. Refer to Figure 8–13 and disconnect the ribbon cable from the rear of the  
Display assembly.  
3. Remove the 6-32 screws holding the Display assembly in place.  
4. Gently remove the Display assembly from the mainframe.  
When you reconnect the ribbon cable to the Display assembly, observe the  
orientation of Pin 1 as shown in Figure 8–13.  
Pin 1  
Display assembly  
6–32 Screws (4)  
Figure 8–13: Removing the front panel monitor display  
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Procedure 9: Removing  
the EMI DIN Shields  
Perform the following steps to remove the EMI DIN shields:  
1. Remove any modules surrounding the slots where you intend to remove the  
Backplane EMI DIN shields. Refer to Figure 8–14.  
2. Remove two 4-40 Torxdrive T-10 screws that secure each EMI DIN shield to  
the backplane.  
3. Remove EMI DIN shield from the backplane.  
Install the EMI DIN shield by reversing the disassembly procedure.  
Polarization hole  
Screws (2)  
Backplane EMI  
DIN shield  
Figure 8–14: Removing the backplane EMI DIN shields  
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Procedure 10: Removing  
the Backplane  
To remove the backplane, perform Procedures 1, 2, 3, and 4 on page, beginning  
on page 8–5. Refer to Figure 8–15 and then complete the following steps:  
1. Remove all the modules that are from installed in the mainframe.  
2. Disconnect the ribbon cable 0J4 located on the right end (viewed from the  
rear of the instrument) of the backplane.  
NOTE. Note which connector the power switch and SysReset cables are  
connected to on the backplane circuit board.  
3. Disconnect the power switch cable at J22 (or from J23) at the top of the  
backplane circuit board.  
4. Disconnect the SysReset cable (if attached) at J29 at the top of the backplane  
circuit board.  
5. From the rear of the mainframe, remove the five 6-32 screws on the top of  
the backplane, the seven 6-32 screws from the center, and the five 6-32  
screws from the bottom.  
6. After removing all screws from the backplane, remove the backplane from  
the mainframe by sliding it out of the right side.  
Install the backplane by reversing the disassembly procedure.  
NOTE. If the backplane was replaced, the mainframe must be recalibrated. Refer  
to Adjustment Procedure 5 on page 7–1.  
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J24  
Power switch  
connector  
J22  
J23  
J29  
Connector  
0J4  
6-32 Screws (17)  
Figure 8–15: Removing the backplane  
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Troubleshooting Procedures  
The troubleshooting procedures are designed to isolate problems to a module  
level. No component-level procedures are provided.  
Equipment List  
The following test equipment is recommended for troubleshooting procedures:  
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Digital Voltmeter (Tektronix DMM 16 digital voltmeter)  
Oscilloscope, 20 MHz BW, with 10x Probe with < 1-inch ground lead,  
(Tektronix TDS500B series oscilloscope)  
Diagnostic Information  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe does include diagnostics. Refer to the TEST  
Subsystem command descriptions on page 3–19 for more information. The  
functionality of the mainframe can be verified by following the performance  
verification procedures as described in Performance Verification beginning on  
page 5–1.  
Fuses  
The mainframe has one line fuse. The line fuse can be one of three different  
kinds depending on the operating voltage of the mainframe. Table 8–2 summa-  
rizes the different fuses that can be used as the line fuse in the mainframe.  
Table 8–2: Fuses  
Tektronix replacement  
part number  
159-0256-00  
159-0379-00  
159-0381-00  
Voltage  
Rating  
103 V to 250 V operation  
90 V to 132 V operation  
207 V to 250 V operation  
15 A, Fast Blow, 250 V  
20 A, Slow Blow, 250 V  
6.3 A, Fast Blow, 250 V  
Fault Isolation  
The main focus of the troubleshooting procedures is to isolate problems to one of  
the major modules within the mainframe. You may find it helpful to refer to the  
functional block diagram in Figure 6–1 on page 6–2 to isolate problems to one of  
the modules within the mainframe:  
Power Supply Problems. Use the following information to isolate power supply  
problems to the power supply or to other modules.  
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Isolate the problem to either the mainframe or to one of the installed VXIbus  
Modules. Remove the modules from the mainframe and check that the  
problem still exists.  
Run the mainframe diagnostic tests.  
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Try isolating the problem to a module by either replacing the module with an  
known-good module or moving the module to a different slot.  
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Check the fuses in the mainframe.  
Perform the procedures as described in Performance Verification beginning  
on page 5–1 to verify the power supply voltages are present and within the  
specified limits. If the voltages are not present on the 25-pin connector at the  
rear of the mainframe, try replacing either the power supply or the Enhanced  
Monitor board. If any of the voltages are not within the specified limits,  
replace the power supply.  
Inadequate Cooling. If there is a cooling problem, perform the following checks:  
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Verify that the air filter is clean. If not, remove the air filter and clean it.  
One or both fans may not be operating properly. Check that both fans rotate.  
Verify that each fan is properly connected to the monitor board (see  
Figure 8–4 on page 8–8).  
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Check that both fans are working at their proper speeds.  
Verify that all of the empty slots within the mainframe are closed when no  
modules are installed. If necessary replace the faulty shutter assembly.  
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Verify that the ribbon cable from the Temperature Sense board to the  
backplane is properly connected.  
Verify that all VXIbus modules have front panels that activate the Intelli-  
Guides (shutters).  
Repackaging Instructions  
If you need to send the IntelliFrame Mainframe to a Tektronix field service  
center for repair, attach a tag to the mainframe with the owner name and address,  
the serial number, and a brief description of the problem(s) encountered or the  
service required. Always return all accessories so that the entire system can be  
tested.  
When repacking the mainframe for shipment, use the original packaging. If the  
packaging is unavailable or unfit for use, contact your local Tektronix representa-  
tive to obtain new packaging.  
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Replaceable Parts  
This section contains a list of the replaceable modules for the IntelliFrame  
Mainframe. Use this list to identify and order replacement parts.  
Parts Ordering Information  
Replacement parts are available through your local Tektronix field office or  
representative.  
Changes to Tektronix products are sometimes made to accommodate improved  
components as they become available and to give you the benefit of the latest  
improvements. Therefore, when ordering parts, it is important to include the  
following information in your order.  
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Part number (see Part Number Revision Level below)  
Instrument type or model number  
Instrument serial number  
Instrument modification number, if applicable  
If you order a part that has been replaced with a different or improved part, your  
local Tektronix field office or representative will contact you concerning any  
change in part number.  
Change information, if any, is located at the rear of this manual.  
Part Number Revision  
Level  
Tektronix part numbers contain two digits that show the revision level of the  
part. For most parts in this manual, you will find the letters XX in place of the  
revision level number.  
Part Number Revision Level  
Revision Level May Show as XX  
670-7918-03  
670-7918-XX  
When you order parts, Tektronix will provide you with the most current part for  
your product type, serial number, and modification (if applicable). At the time of  
your order, Tektronix will determine the part number revision level needed for  
your product, based on the information you provide.  
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Module Servicing  
Modules can be serviced by selecting one of the following two options. Contact  
your local Tektronix service center or representative for repair assistance.  
Module Repair and Return. You may ship your module to us for repair, after which  
we will return it to you.  
New Modules. You may purchase replacement modules in the same way as other  
replacement parts.  
IntelliFrame Mainframe Common Replaceable Parts  
Table 9–1 provides a quick reference list of parts that you are most likely to  
replace. The table only provides a summary of information on the parts. For  
more detailed information refer to the individual parts lists in this chapter.  
Table 9–1: IntelliFrame Mainframe common replaceable parts  
Tektronix part  
number  
Name  
Description  
Power Supply  
Module  
Power supply  
119-5553-XX  
Air Filter,  
VX1410A  
Air filter:Woven Polypropylene, black, 0.125 thick, 2  
layer, vinyl,edging  
378-2075-00  
378-0442-00  
Air Filter,  
VX1420A  
Air filter:Woven Polypropylene, black, 0.125 thick, 2  
layer, vinyl,edging  
Fuse  
Fuse  
Fuse, cartridge:15A,250V,Fast  
159-0256-00  
159-0379-00  
Fuse, cartridge:20A,250V,5 Sec Min @  
200%,0.25 X 1.25,US REC:326020  
Fuse  
Fuse, cartridge:5MM X 20MM,250V,6.3A,High Breaking  
capacity,ceramic;VDE  
159-0381-00  
378-0438-00  
Bottom Card  
Baffle Assy: VXI Slot, Single, Molded Polycarbonate  
Guide with Shut- Alloy  
ters  
Card Guide  
Guide:Plastic Guide,ECB,VXI Molded Ckt Bd Guide, VXI 351-1007-00  
Form Factor  
Fan,  
VX1410A  
Fan,DC:48v;Tubeaxial,Programmable With Tach Out,  
15w,2500 Rpm,170 Cfm,48dBA,6.75” X 5.9” X 2.0”  
119-4801-XX  
Blower,  
VX1420A  
Fan, DC:Blower,48v,Dual Inlet,450 Cfm,177 W,60  
Dba,W/Programmable Tachometer  
119-5199-XX  
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Using the Replaceable Parts List  
This section contains a list of the mechanical and/or electrical components that  
are replaceable for the IntelliFrame Mainframe Use this list to identify and order  
replacement parts. The following table describes each column in the parts list.  
Parts List Column Descriptions  
Column Column Name  
Description  
1
Figure & Index Number  
Items in this section are referenced by figure and index numbers to the exploded view  
illustrations that follow.  
2
Tektronix Part Number  
Serial Number  
Use this part number when ordering replacement parts from Tektronix.  
3 and 4  
Column three indicates the serial number at which the part was first effective. Column four  
indicates the serial number at which the part was discontinued. No entries indicates the part is  
good for all serial numbers.  
5
6
Qty  
This indicates the quantity of parts used.  
Name & Description  
An item name is separated from the description by a colon (:). Because of space limitations, an  
item name may sometimes appear as incomplete. Use the U.S. Federal Catalog handbook  
H6-1 for further item name identification.  
7
8
Mfr. Code  
This indicates the code of the actual manufacturer of the part.  
This indicates the actual manufacturer’s or vendor’s part number.  
Mfr. Part Number  
Abbreviations  
Abbreviations conform to American National Standard ANSI Y1.1–1972.  
Mfr. Code to Manufacturer  
Cross Index  
The table titled Manufacturers Cross Index shows codes, names, and addresses  
of manufacturers or vendors of components listed in the parts list.  
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Manufacturers cross index  
Mfr.  
code  
Manufacturer  
Address  
City, state, zip code  
WESTFIELD, PA 16950  
TUALATIN, OR 97062  
0B445  
0J9P4  
ELECTRI–CORD MFG CO INC  
DELTA ENGINEERING & MFG. CO.  
312 EAST MAIN STREET  
19500 SW TETON  
0KB01  
0KB05  
TK1943  
TK2157  
TK2469  
STAUFFER SUPPLY CO  
810 SE SHERMAN  
PORTLAND, OR 97214–4657  
HILLSBORO, OR 97124–6474  
SALEM, OR 97303  
NORTH STAR NAMEPLATE INC  
NEILSEN MANUFACTURING INC  
CONNECTOR TECHNOLOGY INC  
UNITREK CORPORATION  
5750 NE MOORE COURT  
3501 PORTLAND RD NE  
5065 E HUNTER AVE  
ANAHEIM, CA 92807–6001  
VANCOUVER, WA 98661  
3000 LEWIS & CLARK HWY  
SUITE 2  
TK2548  
3M099  
8X345  
5Y921  
52152  
XEROX CORPORATION  
PORTLAND SCREW COMPANY  
NORTHWEST SPRING MFG CO  
COMAIR ROTRON INC  
3M COMPANY  
14181 SW MILLIKAN WAY  
6520 N BASIN AVE  
BEAVERTON, OR 97005  
PORTLAND, OR 97217  
LAKE OSWEGO, OR 97035  
SAN YSIDRO, CA 92073  
ST PAUL, MN 55144–1000  
5858 WILLOW LANE  
2675 CUSTOMHOUSE CT  
INDUSTRIAL TAPE DIVISION  
3M CENTER  
01295  
04713  
TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INC  
MOTOROLA INC  
SEMICONDUCTOR GROUP  
13500 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY  
PO BOX 655303  
DALLAS, TX 75272–5303  
PHOENIX, AZ 85008–4229  
SEMICONDUCTOR PRODUCTS SECTOR  
5005 E MCDOWELL ROAD  
06383  
24931  
PANDUIT CORP  
17303 RIDGELAND AVE  
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477–3048  
FRANKLIN, IN 46131  
BERG ELECTRONICS INC  
BERG ELECTRONICS RF/COAXIAL DIV  
2100 EARLYWOOD DR  
PO BOX 547  
61935  
SCHURTER INC  
1016 CLEGG CT  
PO BOX 750158  
PETALUMA, CA 94975–0158  
68579  
71400  
PERMATRON CORP.  
BUSSMANN  
11400 MELROSE ST  
FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131  
ST LOUIS, MO 63178  
DIVISION COOPER INDUSTRIES INC  
PO BOX 14460  
73893  
74594  
MICRODOT INC  
50631 E RUSSELL SCHMIDT BLVD  
MT CLEMENS, MI 48045  
BEAVERTON, OR 97006  
COMPONENT RESOURCES INC  
BUSSMAN PARTS  
C/O CASEY LAKEY  
14525 SW WALKER ROAD  
75915  
80009  
LITTELFUSE INC  
TEKTRONIX INC  
800 E NORTHWEST HWY  
DES PLAINES, IL 60016–3049  
BEAVERTON, OR 97077–0001  
14150 SW KARL BRAUN DR  
PO BOX 500  
86928  
SEASTROM MFG CO INC  
456 SEASTROM STREET  
TWIN FALLS, ID 83301  
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Tektronix  
Serial no. Serial no.  
index  
part number effective  
discont’d  
Qty Name & description  
Mfr. code  
Mfr. part number  
number  
9–1  
–1  
CABINET AND CHASSIS ASSEMBLY  
212–0193–00  
12  
SCREW,EXT RLV:8–32 X 0.375 BUTTON HEAD,HEX  
DRIVE,STAINLESS STEEL,BLACK OXIDE  
FINISH,0.093 DRIV  
0KB01  
ORDER BY  
DESCRIPTION  
–2  
–3  
200–4330–00  
441–2115–00  
1
1
COVER:MAINFRAME,0.050 ALUM, SILVER GRAY  
80009  
80009  
200–4330–00  
441–2115–00  
CHASSIS:VXI MAINFRAME,SHEET METAL ASSY,  
INCLUDES ITEMS 3 THROUGH 5  
–4  
–5  
348–1542–00  
212–0204–00  
4
4
FOOT,CABINET:BLACK RUBBER  
74594  
3M099  
348–1542–00  
212–0204–00  
SCR,ASSY WSHR:8–32 X 0625 L,PNH,PLATED  
CARBON STL,W/SQUARE CONE WASHER,PHILLIPS  
DRIVE,  
STANDARD ACCESSORIES  
070–9645–XX  
161–0213–00  
1
1
MANUAL, TECH: INSTRUCTION, VX1410A &  
VX1420A  
80009  
0B445  
070-9645-XX  
161–0213–00  
CABLE ASSY,PWR:3,16 AWG,2.5  
METER,SJT,GREY,105 DEG C,MCA–3T X  
BME–3S,13A/250V,NORTH AMERICAN,  
161–0218–00  
1
CABLE ASSY,PWR:3,14 AWG,100 L,SJT,BLK,  
60 DEG C,5–20P X BME–3S,15A/125V,  
0B445  
161–0218–00  
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2
1
3
4
5
4
5
Figure 9–1: Cabinet and chassis assembly  
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Fig. &  
Tektronix  
Serial no. Serial no.  
index  
part number effective  
discont’d  
Qty Name & description  
Mfr. code  
Mfr. part number  
number  
9–2  
–1  
CIRCUIT BOARDS AND CHASSIS PARTS  
260–2682–00  
1
SWITCH,PUSH:SPST,GOLD OVER NICKEL  
CONTACT,0.4V @ 28V,ILLUMINATED BUTTON,  
PANEL MNT W/CABLE  
80009  
260–2682–00  
–2  
–2  
–3  
–4  
–5  
–6  
–7  
333–4233–00  
333–4237–00  
174–3697–00  
671–3219–00  
211–0720–00  
118–9417–00  
020–2194–00  
1
PANEL,FRONT,ASSY:0.062 ALUM,W/LABEL,  
VX1410A  
80009  
80009  
TK2469  
80009  
0KB01  
80009  
80009  
333–4233–00  
333–4233–00  
174–3697–00  
671–3219–00  
1
PANEL,FRONT, ASSY:0.062 ALUM, W/DISPLAY  
WINDOW, W/LABEL, VX1420A  
1
CABLE ASSY:RIBBON,CABLE TEMP  
SENSE/BACKPLANE,28AWG,2x15,2x10,2x15  
1
CIRCUIT BD ASSY:TEMP SENSE,389–1876–XX  
WIRED,TESTED  
17  
1
SCR,ASSEM WSHR:6–32 X  
0.500,PNH,STL,CDPL,T–15 TORX DR  
ORDER BY  
DESCRIPTION  
BACKPLANE VXI:BACKPLANE VXI COMPATIBLE  
WITH 13 C–SIZE SLOTS ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC  
118–9417–00  
020-2194-00  
1
COMPONENT KIT:BACKPLANE,EMI SHIELD KIT  
CONTAINS DIN SHIELD WITH 2 SCREWS  
ITEMS 7 & 8  
–8  
–9  
343–0775–00  
220–0199–01  
2
2
CABLE,CLAMP:RIBBON,1.0X1.0,GRAY,POLYVINYL,  
W/URETHANE FOAM TAPE BACKING  
52152  
80610029243/3484–  
1000  
NUT BAR: VXI, M2.5 THREADS  
OKB01  
ORDER BY  
DESCRIPTION  
–10  
–11  
–12  
378–0438–00  
351–1007–00  
333–4208–00  
13  
13  
5
BAFFLE ASSY:VXI SLOT, SINGLE, SHUTTER  
GUIDE,SINGLE:PLASTIC  
80009  
80009  
378–0438–00  
351–1007–00  
333–4208–00  
PANEL,FRONT:DOUBLE,BLANK,AL,PAINTED SILVER 80009  
GRAY  
–13  
333–4207–00  
1
PANEL,FRONT:SINGLE,BLANK,AL,PAINTED SILVER  
GRAY  
80009  
333–4207–00  
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES  
–14  
–15  
–16  
333–4206–00  
333–4205–00  
337–4046–00  
5
1
1
PANEL,FRONT:DOUBLE,BLANK,EMI,AL,PAINTED  
SILVER GRAY  
TK1943  
TK1943  
80009  
333–4206–00  
333–4205–00  
337–4046–00  
PANEL,FRONT:SINGLE,BLANK,EMI,AL,PAINTED  
SILVER GRAY  
SHIELD,ELEC:AL,DVG1,TG2000  
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Replaceable Parts  
3
5
6
1
2
4
1
16  
7
15  
8
14  
9
11  
13  
12  
10  
Figure 9–2: Circuit boards and chassis parts  
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Fig. &  
Tektronix  
Serial no. Serial no.  
index  
part number effective  
discont’d  
Qty Name & description  
Mfr. code  
Mfr. part number  
number  
9–3  
–1  
POWER SUPPLY, MONITOR, AND VX1410A FAN  
671–3982–00  
333–4236–00  
214–3903–01  
1
1
4
CIRCUIT BD ASSY:ENHANCED MONITOR  
(CONTAINS ITEMS 1 THRU 5)  
80009  
80009  
0KB01  
671–3982–00  
333–4236–00  
214–3903–01  
–––––––––––  
–2  
–3  
PANEL,MONITOR ASSY:ENHANCED,0.062  
ALUM,W/LEXAN OVERLAY  
SCREW,JACK:4–40 X 0.312 EXT THD,4–40 INT  
THD,0.188 HEX,STEEL,CADPLATE  
–4  
–5  
See Figure –1  
211–0747–00  
1
4
CIRCUIT BD:ENHANCED MONITOR  
–––––  
0KB01  
SCREW,MACHINE:6–32 X  
0.188,PNH,STL,CDPL,T–15  
ORDER BY  
DESCRIPTION  
–6  
–7  
–8  
200–4344–00  
380–1110–00  
378–2075–00  
1
1
1
COVER:FAN CABLE,0.040 A1 ALLOY  
HOUSING:FAN, PAINT, TEK TV GRAY  
TK1943  
80009  
200–4344–00  
380–1110–00  
378–2075–00  
AIR FILTER:WOVEN POLYPROPYLENE,BLACK,0.125 74594  
THICK,2 LAYER,VINYL EDGING  
–9  
212–0193–00  
2
SCREW,EXT RLV:8–32 X 0.375 BUTTON HEAD,HEX  
DRIVE,STAINLESS STEEL,BLACK OXIDE  
FINISH,0.093 DRIV  
0KB01  
212–0193–00  
–10  
–11  
211–0512–00  
119–4801–XX  
6
2
SCREW,MACHINE:6–32 X 0.5,FLH,100 DEG,  
STL,POZ  
73893  
5Y921  
ORDER BY  
DESCRIPTION  
FAN,DC:48V,TUBEAXIAL,REGULATED,PROGRAMM  
ABLE,7–22W,1275–3460RPM,80–235CFM  
JQ48R0X (031569)  
–12  
–13  
343–0549–00  
200–4326–00  
2
1
STRAP,TIEDOWN:0.098 W X 4.0 L,ZYTEL  
06383  
71400  
PLT1M  
STM  
CAP,FUSEHOLDER:5MM X20MM STM FUSE  
CARRIER, USE W/ BUSS HTB SCREWDRIVER  
SLOTTED FUSEHOLDER  
–14  
–14  
159–0256–00  
159–0379–00  
1
1
FUSE,CARTRIDGE:15A,250V,FAST  
71400  
75915  
ABC–15  
326 020  
FUSE,CARTRIDGE:20A,250V,5 SEC MIN @  
200%,0.25 X 1.25,UL REC,326020  
–14  
159–0381–00  
1
FUSE,CARTRIDGE:5 X 20 MM,6.3A,250V,FAST  
BLOW,HIGH BREAKING CAPACITY,UL REC,SEMKO  
71400  
GDA–6.3  
–15  
–16  
–17  
–18  
119–5553–XX  
367–0494–00  
211–0932–00  
210–0804–00  
1
1
2
2
POWER SUPPLY:VXI MAINFRAME, 925W  
80009  
TK1943  
24931  
86928  
119–5553–XX  
367–0494–00 0BD  
PZ–6–3  
HANDLE:EJECTOR POWER SUPPLY,VX1410A  
SCREW:SHLDR,8–32 X 0.187 OD X 0.125 L,0.187 L  
WASHER,FLAT:0.17 ID X 0.375 OD X 0.032 STL  
76430–000  
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2
1
17  
3
18  
16  
4
5
15  
7
8
7
6
9
13  
14  
10  
12  
11  
Figure 9–3: Power supply, monitor, and VX1410A fan assembly  
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Tektronix  
Serial no. Serial no.  
index  
part number effective  
discont’d  
Qty Name & description  
Mfr. code  
Mfr. part number  
number  
9–4  
–1  
VX1420A OR VXF20A BLOWER ASSEMBLY  
380–1112–00  
200–4344–00  
119–5199–00  
1
1
1
HOUSING:FAN HOUSING BLOWER  
TK1943  
TK1943  
80009  
380–1112–00  
–2  
COVER:FAN CABLE COVER,0.040 A1 ALLOY  
OBD 200–4344–00  
119–5199–00  
–3  
FAN, DC:BLOWER,48V,DUAL INLET,450 CFM,177 W,  
WITH 6 SCREWS  
–4  
–5  
212–0400–00  
212–0193–00  
4
SCREW,MACHINE:8–32 X 0.250,PNH,STL,ZINC,T–20 3M099  
BY DESCRIPTION  
212–0193–00  
10  
SCREW,EXT RLV:8–32 X 0.375 BUTTON HEAD,HEX  
DRIVE,STAINLESS STEEL,BLACK OXIDE  
0KB01  
–6  
378–0442–00  
2
FILTER,AIR:WOVEN POLYPROPYLENE,BLACK,0.125 68579  
THICK,2 LAYER,VINYL EDGING  
378–0442–00  
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1
1
6
2
3
3
4
5
6
5
Figure 9–4: VX1420A or Option VXF20A blower assembly  
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Tektronix part Serial no. Serial no.  
Mfr.  
index  
number  
effective  
discont’d  
code  
Qty Name & description  
1R RACKMOUNT ASSEMBLY  
Mfr. part number  
number  
9–5  
–0  
020–2221–XX  
1
COMPONENT KIT:RACKMOUNT KIT 1R,  
(KIT CONTAINS ITEMS 1 THRU 8)  
80009  
80009  
0202221XX  
950099100  
–1  
–2  
950–0991–00  
212–0157–00  
2
HANDLE ALUMINUM BLK  
14  
SCREW,MACHINE:8–32 X 0.5,FLH,100 DEG,STL CDPL,T–15  
0KB01 ORDER BY DESC  
–3  
–4  
407–4524–00  
212–0671–00  
1
4
BRACKET:LEFT,RACKMOUNT,SILVER GRAY  
TK1943 407–4524–00  
SCREW,MACHINE:10–32 X 0.625,FLH,100 DEG,STL,CD PL,  
TORX  
0KB01 ORDER BY DESC  
–5  
–6  
407–4525–00  
351–1010–00  
1
1
BRACKET:RIGHT, RACKMOUNT,SILVER GRAY  
TK1943 407–4525–00  
GUIDE:RACK SLIDE EXTENSION BRACKET,CLOSED  
SLOT,9.7 X 8.1 INCHES  
06666  
B–814–2  
–7  
–8  
351–0800–00  
386–6999–00  
1
1
GUIDE,SLIDE:CHASSIS TRACK, (PAIR)  
06666  
CTS–124  
PLATE,LEFT:OFFSET SPACER,16 X 1.45,0.062 THICK AL  
TK1943 386–6999–00  
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4
3
2
1
5
2
6
2
8
6
7
7
2
Figure 9–5: 1R Rackmount assembly  
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Tektronix part Serial no. Serial no.  
Mfr.  
index  
number  
effective  
discont’d  
code  
Qty Name & description  
Mfr. part number  
number  
9–6  
6–0  
2R RACKMOUNT AND DOOR ASSEMBLY  
020–2222–XX  
1
COMPONENT KIT:RACKMOUNT KIT 2R  
(KIT CONTAINS THE ITEMS 1 THRU 12)  
80009  
80009  
0202222XX  
950099100  
–1  
–2  
–3  
950–0991–00  
212–0157–00  
214–4678–00  
2
HANDLE ALUMINUM BLK  
14  
2
SCREW,MACHINE:8–32 X 0.5,FLH,100 DEG,STL CDPL, T–15  
HINGE LIFT OFF, BLACK  
0KB01 ORDER BY DESC  
80009 214467800  
–4  
–5  
–6  
407–4524–00  
211–0718–00  
212–0671–00  
1
8
4
BRACKET:LEFT,RACKMOUNT,SILVER GRAY  
TK1943 407–4524–00  
0KB01 211–0718–00  
0KB01 ORDER BY DESC  
SCREW,MACHINE:6–32 X 0.312,FLH100,STL,CDPL,T–10  
SCREW,MACHINE:10–32 X 0.625,FLH,100 DEG,STL,CD PL,  
TORX DRIVE  
–7  
–8  
212–0158–00  
200–4243–01  
2
1
SCREW,MACHINE:8–32 X 0.375,PNH,STL,CDPL,T–20  
DOOR ASSY:LEXAN,W/LATCH HARDWARE ATTACHED  
0KB01 ORDER BY DESC  
80009  
200424301  
–9  
407–4525–00  
351–1010–00  
1
1
BRACKET:RIGHT, RACKMOUNT,SILVER GRAY  
TK1943 407–4525–00  
–10  
GUIDE:RACK SLIDE EXTENSION BRACKET,CLOSED  
SLOT,9.7 X 8.1 INCHES  
06666  
06666  
B–814–2  
CTS–124  
–11  
–12  
351–0800–00  
386–6999–00  
1
1
GUIDE,SLIDE:CHASSIS TRACK (PAIR)  
PLATE,LEFT:OFFSET SPACER,16 X 1.45,0.062 THICK AL  
TK1943 386–6999–00  
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Replaceable Parts  
5
6
4
3
2
1
5
3
6
7
9
8
2
1
8
10  
12  
2
10  
11  
11  
2
Figure 9–6: 2R Rackmount and door assembly  
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Fig. &  
Tektronix part Serial no. Serial no.  
Mfr.  
index  
number  
effective  
discont’d  
code  
Qty Name & description  
OPTION 1U CABLE TRAY  
Mfr. part number  
number  
9–7  
–0  
020–2223–XX  
212–0158–00  
1
COMPONENT KIT:CABLE TRAY 1U KIT  
(KIT INCLUDES ITEMS 1 THRU 3)  
80009  
0202223XX  
–1  
14  
SCREW,MACHINE:8–32 X 0.375,PNH,STL,CDPL,T–20  
0KB01 ORDER BY DESC  
–2  
–3  
–4  
333–4158–00  
407–4482–00  
426–2537–00  
1
1
2
PANEL,CONN:0.09ALUM  
80009  
80009  
333415800  
CABLE TRAY:0.09 ALUMINUM,PAINTED SILVER GRAY  
RAIL,FOOT:CHASSIS,ALUM SHEET METAL SILVER GRAY  
407–4482–00  
TK1943 426–2537–00  
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Replaceable Parts  
1
2
4
3
Figure 9–7: Option 1U cable tray  
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Fig. &  
Tektronix part Serial no. Serial no.  
Mfr.  
index  
number  
effective  
discont’d  
code  
Qty Name & description  
OPTION 2U CABLE TRAY  
Mfr. part number  
number  
9–8  
–0  
020–2224–XX  
1
COMPONENT KIT: CAB;E TRAY 2U KIT  
(KIT INCLUDES THE ITEMS 1 THRU 4)  
80009  
0202224XX  
–1  
–2  
–3  
–4  
426–2537–00  
212–0158–00  
333–4162–00  
333–4159–00  
2
RAIL,FOOT:CHASSIS,ALUM SHEET METAL  
SCREW,MACHINE:8–32 X 0.375,PNH,STL,CDPL,T–20  
PANEL,CONN:2U,0.09 AL  
TK1943 426–2537–00  
16  
1
0KB01 ORDER BY DESC  
80009  
80009  
333416200  
333415900  
1
PANEL,CONN:1U,0.09 AL  
–5  
407–4502–00  
1
TRAY,CABLE:16.600 X 3.045,0.09 ALUM,TEK SILVER  
GRAY,2U  
0J9P4  
407–4502–00  
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1
2
3
4
5
Figure 9–8: Option 2U cable tray  
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Replaceable parts list  
Fig. &  
Tektronix  
Serial no. Serial no.  
index  
part number effective  
discont’d  
Qty Name & description  
DISPLAY PANEL  
Mfr. code  
Mfr. part number  
number  
9–9  
–1  
333–4234–00  
333–4237–00  
333–4241–00  
119–5086–00  
1
1
1
1
PANEL,FRONTASSY:0.062 AL,  
W/LABEL,DISPLAY,VX1410A OPT 1M  
80009  
80009  
80009  
333–4234–00  
333–4237–00  
333–4241–00  
FC20X1RA–AA/AB  
671–3290–00  
–1  
–1  
–2  
PANEL,FRONTASSY:0.062 AL,  
W/LABEL,DISPLAY,VX1420A  
PANEL,FRONTASSY:0.062 AL,  
W/LABEL,DISPLAY,VX1411A OPT 1M  
DISPLAY MODULE:VACUUM, FLOURESCENT 1 X 20 4T165  
ALPHANUMERIC, 5 X 7 DOT MATRIX W/CURSOR  
–3  
–4  
671–3290–00  
211–0732–00  
1
4
CKT BD ASSY:FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
80009  
0KB01  
SCR,ASSEM WSHR:6–32 X 0.75,PNH,STL,CD  
PL,TORX T15  
ORDER BY  
DESCRIPTION  
–5  
–6  
–7  
174–0034–00  
174–3503–00  
366–1538–00  
1
1
2
CA ASSY,SP,ELEC:28 AWG,3.0 L,RIBBON 2X17 X  
2X17 0.1 CTR BOX  
23633  
ORDER BY  
DESCRIPTION  
CA,ASSY SP:DISCRETE,CABLE DISPLAY POW-  
ER,LDI,2,26 AWG,3L,1X2,LATCHING,RCPT  
TK2469  
TK1163  
174–3503–00  
PUSH BUTTON:IVORY GRAY,0.3 X 0.665 H  
ORDER BY  
DESCRIPTION  
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4
5
3
1
2
6
7
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Appendix A: Power Budget Worksheet  
Use the Power Budget Worksheet to determine the operating parameters of the  
IntelliFrame Mainframe and any installed modules. Enter the steady-state  
current (IMP) and the dynamic current (IMD) for each module. Add the individual  
currents to determine the total current needed for each power rail. Calculate the  
total power for the mainframe.  
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+5V  
+12V  
–12V  
+24V  
–24V  
–5.2V  
–2V  
Slot  
0
Module  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
20A: 2A  
10A: 1A  
20A: 2A  
10A: 1A  
Mainframe Usage  
External Usage  
3A  
(1 A max +5 V, +12 V)  
Total Current (  
)
l MP, l MD  
95A  
14.5A  
13A  
3A  
13A  
3A  
13A  
9A  
13A  
9A  
60A  
12A  
30A  
7A  
Power Supply Current Limit  
Individual Current Sums  
Less Than Power Supply  
Current Limits?  
Power Calculation  
l
(V x total  
)
MP  
<925W (1410A)  
< 1000W (1420A)  
Total Power  
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Appendix B: Special Configuration Options  
This appendix contains information for configuring your IntelliFrame Mainframe  
for specific situations not documented earlier in this manual. These special  
configuration options require you to disassemble parts of the mainframe to  
access jumpers or circuit boards. Refer to Maintenance for detailed information  
on the assembly and disassembly procedures. You may also need to refer to the  
exploded views in Replaceable Parts.  
The information in this section is intended for use by qualified service personnel.  
Read the General Safety Summary and Service Safety Summary at the front of  
this manual and the static precautions on page 8–1 before attempting any  
procedures in this appendix. Refer to the Operating Basics chapter for informa-  
tion on the location of controls, indicators, and connectors used with the  
mainframe.  
CAUTION. To avoid damage from high currents on the backplane, always power  
off the mainframe and disconnect the power cord before performing any of the  
configuration procedures for the mainframe described in this appendix.  
Remote Power Switch Configuration  
You can control the power-on function of the mainframe by the front panel  
On/Standby switch and from a remote momentary switch through the connec-  
tions of the 25-pin rear panel connector. If you connect a remote switch to  
pins 5 and 18 (return side) of the 25-pin connector, the remote switch and the  
front panel On/Standby switch control the power-on functions of the mainframe.  
You can also disable the front panel switch and control the power-on functions  
from the remote switch only. The backplane has two connectors that control the  
power-on functions. If the front panel switch is connected to the backplane at  
J22, the switch controls the power-on functions. If the switch is connected to  
J23, the front panel switch is disabled, however, the light still illuminates when  
the mainframe is powered on. To configure the mainframe to disable the front  
panel On/Standby switch, perform the following steps:  
1. Disconnect the power cord from the mainframe.  
2. Remove the cover from the mainframe.  
3. Refer to Figure B–1 and locate the two connectors at the top of the back-  
plane.  
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4. Disconnect the On/Standby switch cable at J22 and connect it to J23.  
5. Replace the mainframe cover.  
6. Connect the momentary switch to pins 5 and 18 (return side) of the 25-pin  
rear panel connector.  
J24  
Power switch  
connector  
J22  
J23  
J29  
Backplane  
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Front Panel SYSReset Cable Connector Configuration  
The IntelliFrame Mainframe front panel switch cable connector must be  
configured as shown in Figure B–2 before the SYSReset feature can be utilized.  
Perform the following procedures to activate the SYSReset feature:  
1. Remove the mainframe cover.  
2. Cut the tie wrap that secures the SYSReset connector to the front panel  
switch cable.  
3. Connect the SYSReset connector to J29 on the backplane circuit board.  
4. Replace the mainframe cover.  
Cut tie warp  
SYSReset connector  
J29  
Figure B–2: SYSReset cable connector  
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Enhanced Monitor Board Jumpers  
The Enhanced Monitor board has two jumpers accessible from the rear of the  
mainframe. Figure B–3 shows the factory default settings of these jumpers.  
+5V Standby sourced from  
monitor backup power supply  
(default)  
+5V Standby sourced  
from P9, pins 8 & 21  
MODID12  
(default)  
MODID01  
Figure B–3: Enhanced monitor board jumpers  
You can also select the source of the +5 V Standby voltage. If you source the  
+5 V Standby voltage from the +5 V external supply (Monitor Backup Power  
Supply connector), then the external supply will provide the backplane with the  
+5 V external voltage (1 A maximum). If you source the +5 V Standby voltage  
from the 25-pin connector, you must provide the +5 V to pins 8 and 21 of the  
25-pin connector. The default jumper setting is to provide the voltage from the  
external source (+5 V external power supply).  
The Enhanced Monitor can answer to the slot 1 or slot 12 MODID line for the  
VXI configuration manager. The default position is slot 12 since it is most likely  
to be empty. Slot 1 is available if you use a 2 slot embedded controller.  
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Appendix C: SCPI Conformance Information  
All commands in the IntelliFrame Mainframe conform to SCPI Version 1995.0.  
Table C–1 lists all commands supported by the IntelliFrame Mainframe. The  
columns at right show whether a command is defined in the SCPI 1995.0  
Standard or not.  
Table C–1: SCPI conformance information  
Not de-  
fined In  
SCPI  
Defined  
in SCPI  
1995.0  
Command  
1995.0  
CALibration :ALL[?]  
DISPlay[?] [:WINDow]  
n
n
:TEXT  
[:DATA][?]  
:MARQuee  
n
STATus  
:OPERation  
[:EVENt]?  
n
n
n
:CONDition?  
:ENABle[?]  
:VXIInterrupt  
n
n
n
n
n
n
n
n
[:EVENt]?  
:CONDition?  
:Interrupt?  
:ENABle  
:VXIMonitor  
[:EVENt]?  
:ACFail?  
:BERR?  
:CONDition?  
:ENABle[?]  
:SYSFail?  
n
n
n
n
n
n
n
:VXITrigger  
[:EVENt]?  
:CONDition?  
:TRIGger?  
:ENABle[?]  
:PRESet  
n
n
:QUEStionable [:EVENt]?  
:BLOWer  
[:EVENt]?  
n
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Table C–1: SCPI conformance information (Cont.)  
Not de-  
fined In  
SCPI  
Defined  
in SCPI  
1995.0  
Command  
1995.0  
:CONDition?  
:ENABle[?]  
:SPEed?  
n
n
n
:CONDition?  
:CURRent  
n
n
n
[:EVENt]?  
:CMAXimum?  
:CONDition?  
:ENABle[?]  
:LEVel?  
n
n
n
n
n
n
:LIMit  
:MAXimum?  
:ENABle[?]  
:FILTer  
n
:TINTerval[?]  
:TREMaining?  
:TRESet  
n
n
n
:POWer  
n
n
[:EVENt]?  
:CMAXimum?  
:CONDition?  
:ENABle[?]  
:LEVel?  
n
n
n
n
n
n
:LIMit  
:MAXimum?  
:TEMPerature :[EVENt][?]  
:CMAXimum?  
n
n
:CONDition?  
:ENABle[?]  
n
n
:LEVel?  
n
n
n
:LIMit[?]  
:MAXimum?  
:VOLTage  
[:EVENt]?  
n
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Table C–1: SCPI conformance information (Cont.)  
Command  
Not de-  
fined In  
SCPI  
Defined  
in SCPI  
1995.0  
1995.0  
:CONDition?  
:ENABle[?]  
:LEVel?  
n
n
n
:PTR[?]  
n
n
:QUEue  
[:NEXT]?  
:ALL?  
n
n
n
n
:CODE  
[:NEXT]?  
:ALL?  
:COUNt?  
:ENABle[?]  
n
:ALL?  
n
n
n
n
n
:SCONdition?  
:S2CONdition?  
:SEVent?  
:S2EVent?  
SYSTem  
:COMMunicate  
:SERial  
[:RECeive] :BAUD[?]  
[:RECeive] :BITS[?]  
n
n
n
:CONTrol  
:RTS[?]  
:ECHO[?]  
n
n
n
:ERESponse[?]  
:LBUFfer[?]  
[:RECeive] :PACE[?]  
[:RECeive] :PARity  
n
n
[:TYPE][?]  
:PRESet  
[:ALL]  
:RAW  
n
n
n
:TERMinal  
[:RECeive] :SBITs[?]  
n
n
n
:DATE  
:LMAintenance?  
:ERRor?  
:ALL?  
:CODE  
n
n
n
[:NEXT]?  
:ALL?  
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Table C–1: SCPI conformance information (Cont.)  
Not de-  
fined In  
SCPI  
Defined  
in SCPI  
1995.0  
Command  
1995.0  
:COUNt?  
n
:ENABle[?]  
n
n
:ALL  
n
n
:FACTory  
:HELP  
:SYNTax?  
:IEMessage  
:MODel?  
n
n
n
n
n
:NVRecall  
:NVSave  
:OPTions?  
:PASSword  
:CDISable  
n
n
n
[:CENable]  
:STATe?  
:POWer  
n
n
n
n
n
n
:CYCLe?  
:SOURce?  
:SYSReset[?]  
:TIME  
[:MONitor]  
:IMMeditate  
:LMAintenance?  
:ON?  
n
n
n
:VERSion?  
[:ALL][?]  
:NUMber[?]  
:RESults  
TEST  
n
n
n
n
n
n
n
[:CODE]?  
:VERBose?  
VXIMonitor :REPeat[?]  
:STATe[?]  
:TINTerval[?]  
IEEE 488.2 Common Commands  
*CLS  
n
n
*ESE[?]  
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Not de-  
fined In  
SCPI  
1995.0  
Defined  
in SCPI  
1995.0  
Command  
*ESR?  
n
n
n
n
n
n
n
n
n
*IDN?  
*OPC[?]  
*PSC[?]  
*RST  
*SRE[?]  
*STB?  
*TST?  
*WAI?  
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Glossary  
The terms in this glossary are defined as used in the VXIbus System. Although  
some of these terms may have different meanings in other systems, it is  
important to use these definitions in VXIbus applications. Terms which apply  
only to a particular instrument module are noted. Not all terms appear in every  
manual.  
Accessed Indicator  
An amber LED indicator that lights when the module identity is selected by  
the Resource Manager module, and flashes during any I/O operation for the  
module.  
ACFAIL*  
A VMEbus backplane line that is asserted under these conditions: 1) by the  
mainframe Power Supply when a power failure has occurred (either ac line  
source or power supply malfunction), or 2) by the front panel ON/  
STANDBY switch when switched to STANDBY.  
A-Size Card  
A VXIbus instrument module that is 100.0 × 160 mm × 20.32 mm (3.9 ×  
6.3 in × 0.8 in), the same size as a VMEbus single-height short module.  
Asynchronous Communication  
Communications that occur outside the normal “command-response” cycle.  
Such communications have higher priority than synchronous communica-  
tion.  
Backplane  
The printed circuit board that is mounted in a VXIbus mainframe to provide  
the interface between VXIbus modules and between those modules and the  
external system.  
B-Size Card  
A VXIbus instrument module that is 233.4 × 160 mm × 20.32 mm (9.2 ×  
6.3 in × 0.8 in), the same size as a VMEbus double-height short module.  
Bus Arbitration  
In the VMEbus interface, a system for resolving contention for service  
among VMEbus Master devices on the VMEbus.  
Bus Timer  
A functional module that measures the duration of each data transfer on the  
Data Transfer Bus (DTB) and terminates the DTB cycle if the duration is  
excessive. Without the termination capability of this module, a Bus Master  
attempt to transfer data to or from a non-existent Slave location could result  
in an infinitely long wait for the Slave response.  
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Butch Plate  
A connector plate that optionally connects to the rear of the cable tray  
options. The plate can be modified to accept cable connectors thus reducing  
the number of cables under the IntelliFrame Mainframe.  
Client  
In shared memory protocol (SMP), that half of an SMP channel that does not  
control the shared memory buffers.  
CLK10  
A 10 MHz, ±100 ppm, individually buffered (to each module slot),  
differential ECL system clock that is sourced from Slot 0 and distributed to  
Slots 1–12 on P2. It is distributed to each module slot as a single source,  
single destination signal with a matched delay of under 8 ns.  
CLK100  
A 100 MHz, ±100 ppm, individually buffered (to each module slot),  
differential ECL system clock that is sourced from Slot 0 and distributed to  
Slots 1–12 on P3. It is distributed to each module slot in synchronous with  
CLK10 as a single source, single destination signal with a maximum system  
timing skew of 2 ns, and a maximum total delay of 8 ns.  
Commander  
In the VXIbus interface, a device that controls another device (a servant). A  
commander may be a servant of another commander.  
Command  
A directive to a device. There are three types of commands:  
In Word Serial Protocol, a 16-bit imperative to a servant from its com-  
mander.  
In Shared Memory Protocol, a 16-bit imperative from a client to a server, or  
vice versa.  
In a Message, an ASCII-coded, multi-byte directive to any receiving device.  
Communication Registers  
In word serial protocol, a set of device registers that are accessible to the  
commander of the device. Such registers are used for inter-device commu-  
nications, and are required on all VXIbus message-based devices.  
Configuration Registers  
A set of registers that allow the system to identify a (module) device type,  
model, manufacturer, address space, and memory requirements. In order to  
support automatic system and memory configuration, the VXIbus standard  
specifies that all VXIbus devices have a set of such registers, all accessible  
from P1 on the VMEbus.  
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C-Size Card  
A VXIbus instrument module that is 340.0 × 233.4 mm × 30.48 mm (13.4 ×  
9.2 in × 1.2 in).  
Custom Device  
A special-purpose VXIbus device that has configuration registers so as to be  
identified by the system and to allow for definition of future device types to  
support further levels of compatibility.  
Data Transfer Bus  
One of four buses on the VMEbus backplane. The Data Transfer Bus allows  
Bus Masters to direct the transfer of binary data between Masters and Slaves.  
Delta Temperature  
The difference between the exhaust temperature of a given slot within the  
IntelliFrame Mainframe and the input air temperature.  
Device Specific Protocol  
A protocol for communication with a device that is not defined in the  
VXIbus specification.  
D-Size Card  
A VXIbus instrument module that is 340.0 × 366.7 mm × 30.48 mm (13.4 ×  
14.4 in × 1.2 in).  
DTB  
See Data Transfer Bus.  
DTB Arbiter  
A functional module that accepts bus requests from Requester modules and  
grants control of the DTB to one Requester at a time.  
DUT  
Device Under Test.  
ECLTRG  
Six single-ended ECL trigger lines (two on P2 and four on P3) that function  
as inter-module timing resources, and that are bussed across the VXIbus  
subsystem backplane. Any module, including the Slot 0 module, may drive  
and receive information from these lines. These lines have an impedance of  
50 W; the asserted state is logical High.  
Embedded Address  
An address in a communications protocol in which the destination of the  
message is included in the message.  
ESTST  
Extended STart/STop protocol; used to synchronize VXIbus modules.  
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Extended Self Test  
Any self test or diagnostic power-on routine that executes after the initial  
kernel self test program.  
External System Controller  
The host computer or other external controller that exerts overall control  
over VXIbus operations.  
IACK Daisy Chain Driver  
The circuit that drives the VMEbus Interrupt Acknowledge daisy chain line  
that runs continuously through all installed modules or through jumpers  
across the backplane.  
ID-ROM  
An NVRAM storage area that provides for non-volatile storage of diagnostic  
data.  
Instrument Module  
A plug-in printed circuit board, with associated components and shields, that  
may be installed in a VXIbus mainframe. An instrument module may  
contain more than one device. Also, one device may require more than one  
instrument module.  
IntelliFrame Mainframe  
A family of VXI mainframes from Tektronix that automatically direct  
airflow to the installed modules, have an autoconfigure backplane, have  
adjustable rack kits and cable trays (optional), and can be upgraded.  
IntelliGuides  
The card guides used in the IntelliFrame Mainframe. The card guides on the  
bottom of the mainframe shut off airflow when no modules are installed in  
the respective slots.  
Interface Device  
A VXIbus device that provides one or more interfaces to external equipment.  
Interrupt Handler  
A functional module that detects interrupt requests generated by Interrupters  
and responds to those requests by requesting status and identity information.  
Interrupter  
A device capable of asserting VMEbus interrupts and performing the  
interrupt acknowledge sequence.  
IRQ  
The Interrupt ReQuest signal, which is the VMEbus interrupt line that is  
asserted by an Interrupter to signify to the controller that a device on the bus  
requires service by the controller.  
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Local Bus  
A daisy-chained bus that connects adjacent VXIbus slots.  
Local Controller  
The instrument module that performs system control and external interface  
functions for the instrument modules in a VXIbus mainframe or several  
mainframes. See Resource Manager.  
Local Processor  
The processor on an instrument module.  
Logical Address  
The smallest functional unit recognized by a VXIbus system. It is often used  
to identify a particular module.  
Mainframe  
Card Cage. For example, the Tektronix VX1410A Mainframe, an operable  
housing that includes 13 C-size VXIbus instrument module slots.  
Memory Device  
A storage element (such as bubble memory, RAM, and ROM) that has  
configuration registers and memory attributes (such as type and access time).  
Message  
A series of data bytes that are treated as a single communication, with a well  
defined terminator and message body.  
Message Based Device  
A VXIbus device that supports VXI configuration and communication  
registers. Such devices support the word serial protocol, and possibly other  
message-based protocols.  
MODID Lines  
Module/system identity lines.  
Physical Address  
The address assigned to a backplane slot during an access.  
Power Monitor  
A device that monitors backplane power and reports fault conditions.  
P1  
The top-most backplane connector for a given module slot in a vertical  
mainframe such as the Tektronix VX1410A. The left-most backplane  
connector for a given slot in a horizontal mainframe.  
P2  
The bottom backplane connector for a given module slot in a vertical C-size  
mainframe such as the VX1410A; or the middle backplane connector for a  
given module slot in a vertical D-size mainframe.  
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P3  
The bottom backplane connector for a given module slot in a vertical D-size  
mainframe.  
Query  
A form of command that allows for inquiry to obtain status or data.  
READY Indicator  
A green LED indicator that lights when the power-on diagnostic routines  
have been completed successfully. An internal failure or failure of +5 V  
power will extinguish this indicator.  
Register Based Device  
A VXIbus device that supports VXI register maps, but not high level  
VXIbus communication protocols; includes devices that are register-based  
servant elements.  
Requester  
A functional module that resides on the same module as a Master or  
Interrupt Handler and requests use of the DTB whenever its Master or  
Interrupt Handler requires it.  
Resource Manager  
A VXIbus device that provides configuration management services such as  
address map configuration, determining system hierarchy, allocating shared  
system resources, performing system self test diagnostics, and initializing  
system commanders.  
Self Calibration  
A routine that verifies the basic calibration of the instrument module circuits,  
and adjusts this calibration to compensate for short- and long-term variables.  
Self Test  
A set of routines that determine if the instrument module circuits will  
perform according to a given set of standards. A self test routine is per-  
formed upon power-on.  
Servant  
A VXIbus message-based device that is controlled by a commander.  
Server  
A shared memory device that controls the shared memory buffers used in a  
given Shared Memory Protocol channel.  
Shared Memory Protocol  
A communications protocol that uses a block of memory that is accessible to  
both client and server. The memory block operates as a message buffer for  
communications.  
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Slot 0 Controller  
See Slot 0 Module. Also see Resource Manager.  
Slot 0 Module  
A VXIbus device that provides the minimum VXIbus slot 0 services to slots  
1 through 12 (CLK10 and the module identity lines), but that may provide  
other services such as CLK100, SYNC100, STARBUS, and trigger control.  
SMP  
See Shared Memory Protocol.  
STARX  
Two (2) bi-directional, 50 W, differential ECL lines that provide for  
inter-module asynchronous communication. These pairs of timed and  
matched delay lines connect slot 0 and each of slots 1 through 12 in a  
mainframe. The delay between slots is less than 5 ns, and the lines are well  
matched for timing skew.  
STARY  
Two (2) bi-directional, 50 W, differential ECL lines that provide for  
inter-module asynchronous communication. These pairs of timed and  
matched delay lines connect slot 0 and each of slots 1 through 12 in a  
mainframe. The delay between slots is less than 5 ns, and the lines are well  
matched for timing skew.  
STST  
STart/STop protocol; used to synchronize modules.  
Super CoolerT  
This is a IntelliFrame Mainframe with all the features of the VX1410A  
mainframe, but with higher cooling capacity and very quiet operation.  
SYNC100  
A Slot 0 signal that is used to synchronize multiple devices with respect to a  
given rising edge of CLK100. These signals are individually buffered and  
matched to less than 2 ns of skew.  
Synchronous Communications  
A communications system that follows the “command-response” cycle  
model. In this model, a device issues a command to another device; the  
second device executes the command; then returns a response. Synchronous  
commands are executed in the order received.  
SYSFAIL*  
A signal line on the VMEbus that is used to indicate a failure by a device.  
The device that fails asserts this line.  
System Clock Driver  
A functional module that provides a 16 MHz timing signal on the Utility Bus.  
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System Hierarchy  
The tree structure of the commander/servant relationships of all devices in  
the system at a given time. In the VXIbus structure, each servant has a  
commander. A commander may also have a commander.  
Test Monitor  
An executive routine that is responsible for executing the self tests, storing any  
errors in the ID-ROM, and reporting such errors to the Resource Manager.  
Test Program  
A program, executed on the system controller, that controls the execution of  
tests within the test system.  
Test System  
A collection of hardware and software modules that operate in concert to test  
a target DUT.  
TTLTRG  
Open collector TTL lines used for inter-module timing and communication.  
VXIbus Subsystem  
One mainframe with modules installed. The installed modules include one  
module that performs slot 0 functions and a given complement of instrument  
modules. The subsystem may also include a Resource Manager.  
Word Serial Protocol  
A VXIbus word oriented, bi-directional, serial protocol for communications  
between message-based devices (that is, devices that include communication  
registers in addition to configuration registers).  
Word Serial Communications  
Inter-device communications using the Word Serial Protocol.  
WSP  
See Word Serial Protocol.  
10-MHz Clock  
A 10 MHz, ±100 ppm timing reference. Also see CLK10.  
100-MHz Clock  
A 100 MHz, ±100 ppm clock synchronized with CLK10. Also see CLK100.  
488-To-VXIbus Interface  
A message based device that provides for communication between the  
IEEE-488 bus and VXIbus instrument modules.  
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cooling, 1–2, 4–5  
fault isolation, 8–21–8–22  
cooling curve, 4–6  
A
Accessed light, 2–4  
accessories  
optional, 1–5  
standard, 1–4  
adjustments, 7–1–7–8  
auxiliary power connector, 2–4  
D
device specific error, 3–180  
diagnostics, 8–21  
disassembly procedures, 8–4–8–20  
tools required, 8–4  
display assembly, removing, 8–17  
Display board, 6–3  
DISPlay Subsystem, 3–27–3–30  
DISPlay:WINDow:TEXT:DATA, 3–28, 3–29  
B
backplane, 1–2, 6–1, 8-19ć8-21  
jumpers, 1–2  
removing, 8-19ć8-21  
specifications, 4–10  
baud rates, 3–112  
E
Blower Status register, 3–178, 3–179  
Blower Status Word, 3–57, 3–83  
brackets, 3–24  
EMI configuration, 1–23, 8–18  
enhanced monitor, 1–3, 1–12, 3–9  
enhanced monitor board, 6–3, B–4  
removing, 8-10ć8-11  
jumper configurations 8-10  
C
environmental specifications, 4–9  
error messages, 3–180–3–182  
errors  
cable trays, 1–2–1–3, 1–7–1–11  
CALibration, 7–4  
card guides, 8–11–8–13, 8–22  
removing, 8–11–8–13  
chassis ground, 2–2  
cleaning  
command, 3–180  
device specific, 3–180  
execution, 3–180  
query, 3–180  
exterior, 8–2  
fan filter, 8–3  
interior, 8–2  
*ESE, 3–162  
*ESR?, 3–163  
event messages, 3–180–3–182  
Event Status Word, 3–106, 3–108  
examples, 3–183–3–184  
monitor delta temperatures, 3–183  
monitor power supply voltages, 3–183  
summarize status information, 3–184  
execution error, 3–180  
exterior cleaning, 8–2  
cleaning procedures, 8–2–8–3  
*CLS, 3–161  
command, syntax, 3–21  
command error, 3–180  
command headers, 3–22  
commands, entering, 3–24  
communication settings, factory default, 3–111  
compliances  
VXIplug & play, 4–13  
configuration, 1–20  
EMI, 1–23, 8–17  
F
connectors  
factory default settings, 3–131  
fan assembly, removing, 8–5, 8–6–8–9  
fan filter, 2–2, 8–3  
fan filter cleaning, 8–3  
fan speed switch, 2–2  
backplane, 3–5–3–8  
monitor backup power supply, B–4  
P1, 3–6  
P2, 3–7, 3–8  
passive monitor, 3–1  
RS-232, 3–4  
fans, removing, 8–5, 8–6–8–9  
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fault isolation procedures, 8–21–8–22  
cooling, 8–22  
monitor backup power supply, 2–4  
monitor backup power supply connector, B–4  
monitor board  
power supply, 8–21–8–22  
filter, resetting the cleaning interval, 3–74, 8–3  
functional check procedure, 1–25  
fuses, line, 8–21  
enhanced, 6–3  
removing, 8-10ć8-11  
monitor display, 2–2  
monitor display assembly, removing, 8–17  
G
ground  
N
nut rails, 8–15  
chassis, 1–22  
safety, 1–22  
removing, 8–15  
O
H
On/Standby switch, 1–12, 2–2, 6–1, B–1, B–3  
*OPC, 3–165  
header path, 3–22  
Operation Status register, 3–173  
Operation Status Word, 3–33  
I
*IDN?, 3–164  
IEEE 488.2 Common Commands, 3–161–3–172  
incoming inspection, 1–25  
installation, 1–6–1–19  
cable trays, 1–7–1–11  
P
packaging, 8–22  
parity, 3–119  
performance verification procedures, 5–1–5–2  
DC ripple and noise, 5–2  
DC voltage regulation, 5–1  
plug & play compliances, 4–13  
power connector, 2–2  
Option 1U, 1–8–1–9  
Option 2U, 1–10–1–11  
rackmount, 1–13–1–19  
site considerations, 1–7  
interior cleaning, 8–2  
power cord, selecting, 1–6  
power supply, 1–1, 6–1, 8–12  
fault isolation, 8–21–8–22  
removing, 8–12  
power supply interface board, 6–1  
*PSC, 3–166  
J
jumpers  
+5 V Standby, B–4  
MODID, B–4  
Q
L
query error, 3–180  
Questionable Status register, 3–176  
Questionable Status Word, 3–55  
leaf node, 3–22  
logical address switches, 1–24, 2–4  
M
R
mainframe, fuses, 8–21  
maintenance, 8–1–8–22  
mechanical, specifications, 4–10  
mnemonic, 3–22, 3–24  
MODID jumpers, B–4  
rackmount door, 1–19  
rackmount kits, 1–2–1–3, 1–12  
Ready light, 2–4  
remote power, 1–12  
removal and replacement procedures, 8–4–8–20  
tools required, 8–4  
module selection guidelines, 1–20  
modules, selection guidelines, 1–20  
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RS-232  
baud rates, 3–112  
STATus:OPERation:CONDition, 3–35  
STATus:OPERAtion:ENABle, 3–36  
STATus:OPERAtion:VXIMonitor?, 3–37–3–38,  
3–42–3–43, 3–49–3–50  
bits per character, 3–113  
connector, 2–3  
parity, 3–119  
port, 3–112  
settings, factory default, 3–111  
status and events, 3–179  
stop bits, 3–121  
STATus:OPERAtion:VXIMonitor:ACFail?, 3–44  
STATus:OPERAtion:VXIMonitor:ACFail:TIME?,  
3–40, 3–52  
STATus:OPERAtion:VXIMonitor:BERR:ADDRess?,  
3–45  
*RST, 3–167  
STATus:OPERAtion:VXIMonitor:ENABle, 3–41,  
3–47, 3–53  
STATus:OPERAtion:VXIMonitor:SYSFail:TIME?,  
S
3–48  
STATus:PRESet, 3–54  
safety ground, 2–2  
SCPI  
STATus:QUEStionable?, 3–55–3–56  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer?, 3–57–3–58  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:CONDition?, 3–39,  
3–46, 3–51, 3–59  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:ENABle, 3–60  
STATus:QUEStionable:BLOWer:SPEed?, 3–61  
STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition?, 3–62, 3–63–3–64,  
3–75–3–76  
abbreviating commands, 3–24  
case sensitivity, 3–24  
combining commands, 3–25  
command groups, 3–13–3–20  
command headers, 3–22  
command parameters, 3–22  
defined, 3–21  
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle, 3–71  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TINTerval, 3–72  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TREMaining, 3–73  
STATus:QUEStionable:FILTer:TRESet, 3–74  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature?, 3–83–3–84  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:AMPLi-  
tude:CMAXimum?, 3–65, 3–70, 3–77, 3–82  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:AMPLitude:LIM-  
it, 3–69, 3–81  
message terminators and separators, 3–24  
white space characters, 3–24  
scroll keys, 2–2  
secondary power, 4–2  
self tests, 3–149  
Serial number restoration, 7-1  
Service  
repair or calibration services, xv  
supported, xvi  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CMAXimum?,  
warranty repair service, xv  
service requests, 3–169  
service strategy, 8–1  
shutters. See card guides  
slot fillers, 1–21  
specifications, 4–1–4–14  
AC power source, 4–1  
backplane, 4–10  
3–85  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:CONDition?,  
3–86  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:ENABle, 3–87  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LEVel?, 3–88  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:LIMit, 3–89  
STATus:QUEStionable:TEMPerature:MAXimum?,  
3–90  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage?, 3–91–3–92  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:AMPLitude?, 3–68,  
3–80  
cooling, 4–5  
cooling curve, 4–6  
enhanced monitor, 4–10  
environmental, 4–9  
mechanical, 4–10  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:CONDition?, 3–66,  
secondary power, 4–2  
*SRE, 3–168  
3–78, 3–93  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:ENABle, 3–67, 3–79,  
3–94  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:LEVel?, 3–95  
STATus:QUEStionable:VOLTage:PTR, 3–96  
STATus:QUEue?, 3–97  
+5 V Standby jumpers, B–4  
static precautions, 8–1  
status and events, 3–173–3–182  
status byte, 3–162, 3–163, 3–168, 3–169  
STATus subsystem, 3–31–3–109  
STATus:OPERation?, 3–33–3–34  
STATus:QUEue:ALL?, 3–98  
STATus:QUEue:CODE?, 3–99  
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STATus:QUEue:CODE:ALL?, 3–100  
STATus:QUEue:COUNt?, 3–101  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle, 3–102  
STATus:QUEue:ENABle:ALL, 3–103  
STATus:SCONdition?, 3–104, 3–105  
STATus:SEVent?, 3–106–3–107, 3–108–3–109  
*STB, 3–169  
SYSTem:POWer:CYCLe, 3–141  
SYSTem:POWer:SOURce, 3–142  
SYSTem:SERial, 7–8  
SYSTem:SYSReset, 3–143  
SYSTem:TIME:LMAintenance?, 3–145, 3–146  
SYSTem:TIME:ON?, 3–147  
SYSTem:VERSion?, 3–148  
stop bits, 3–121  
switches  
T
fan speed, 2–2  
logical address, 1–24, 2–4  
temperature sense board, removing, 8–16  
Temperature Status register, 3–178  
TEST, 3–151  
TEST:NUMBer, 3–152  
TEST:RESults?, 3–153  
TEST:RESults:VERBose?, 3–154  
theory of operation, 6–1–6–4  
tree hierarchy, depicted, 3–22  
troubleshooting procedures, 8–21–8–22  
equipment required, 8–21  
*TST?, 3–170  
On/Standby, 1–12, B–1, B–3  
remote, B–1, B–3  
SYSTem subsystem, 3–111–3–148  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BAUD, 3–112  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BITS, 3–113  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:CONTrol:RTS, 3–114  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ECHO, 3–115  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:ERESponse, 3–116  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:LBUFfer, 3–117  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PACE, 3–118  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PARity, 3–119  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:PRESet, 3–120  
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:SBITs, 3–121  
SYSTem:DATE:LMAintenance?, 3–122, 3–123  
SYSTem:ERRor?, 3–124  
upgrade kits, 1–3  
Using this manual, xv–xvi  
V
SYSTem:ERRor:ALL?, 3–125  
SYSTem:ERRor:CODE?, 3–126  
SYSTem:ERRor:CODE:ALL?, 3–127  
SYSTem:ERRor:COUNt?, 3–128  
SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle, 3–129  
SYSTem:ERRor:ENABle:ALL, 3–130  
SYSTem:FACTory, 3–131–3–132  
SYSTem:HELP:SYNTax, 3–133  
SYSTem:HRESet, 3–144  
Voltage Status register, 3–177, 3–178  
Voltage Status Word, 3–63, 3–75, 3–91  
VXI compliance, 4–13  
VXI interface, status and events, 3–179  
VXI Monitor register, 3–175  
VXIMonito:TINTerval, 3–159–3–160  
VXIMonitor Event Word, 3–37, 3–42, 3–49  
VXIMonitor subsystem, 3–155–3–160  
VXIMonitor:REPeat, 3–157  
SYSTem:IEMessage, 3–134, 3–135  
SYSTem:NVRecall, 3–136  
VXIMonitor:STATe, 3–158  
SYSTem:NVSave, 3–137–3–138  
SYSTem:PASSword:CDISable, 7–5  
SYSTem:PASSword:CENable, 7–6  
SYSTem:PASSword:CENable:STATe?, 7–7  
SYSTem:POWer, 3–139, 3–140  
W
*WAI, 3–171  
Warranty, description, xv  
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