VXI Technology 70-0040-000

The VXI Technology 70-0040-000 is a signal processor interface module designed for integration into VXIbus systems. It establishes the connection point between VXIbus instruments and external devices, enabling efficient data transfer and control for automated testing and data acquisition environments. This C-size VXI card interfaces with the VXIbus mainframe through P1 and P2 backplane connectors, leveraging established modular instrumentation standards for high-performance test systems.

– Technical Specifications

Product Type: VXIbus Interface Module / Signal Processor Interface

Model: VXI Technology 70-0040-000

Form Factor: C-size VXI card
• Dimensions: 23.3 × 34 cm (9.2 × 13.4 inches)
• Slot spacing: 3 cm (1.2 inches)

VXIbus Backplane Interface
• P1 Connector: Data transfer bus
• P2 Connector: Expanded 32-bit data transfer bus with additional signals
• Supports addressing, clock bus, local bus, and trigger buses per VXIbus standards

– Key Features

• Facilitates bidirectional communication between VXIbus instruments and external devices
• Compliant with VXIbus architecture and standards
• Integrates into modular mainframe systems with slot-based configuration
• Supports multiple external interface connectivity options for data exchange and system control

– Typical Applications

• Automated test systems requiring instrument-to-external device bridging
• Data acquisition platforms with VXIbus architecture
• Modular instrumentation environments demanding standardized signal processing interfaces

– Compatibility & Integration

The module integrates into complete VXIbus systems comprising a mainframe, VXI instruments, Slot 0 resource manager card, and host controller. VXI systems support multiple external connectivity protocols including GPIB/VXI, MXI2/VXI, USB 2.0/VXI, Firewire/VXI, LAN/VXI, and PCIe/VXI. VXI Plug-and-Play driver compatibility through VISA protocol provides bus-agnostic communications capability. VXIbus architecture delivers backward compatibility with legacy systems while adapting to contemporary communication bus technologies.