06 DK Cat Matrix 4c 5/27/03 3:30 PM Page 1 The RF/Microwave Switching Technology Solution Company 06 DK Cat Matrix 4c 5/27/03 3:30 PM Page 2 New Generation of Switch Matrices Broadband DC-18 GHz Solutions Introduction Dow-Key Microwave, a leader in the design and manufacture of switching products, acquired its Matrix line in 1999. Since that time, the line has expanded to include both standard and custom matrices supporting the aerospace, military and communication industries for both signal routing and ATE applications. All Dow-Key matrices incorporate Control Area Network bus (CANbus) serial communication in their design. This technology allows for fast system integration and flexibility for today’s complex system requirements. Although this brochure only showcases a few established designs, Dow-Key welcomes inquiries for all matrix applications. Internal CANbus-based control technology includes the following features: • Self-identification and configuration of all switchable devices • Multiple control interfaces • Field upgradeable operating software. • Flexibility to add more than 200 switchable devices to the system. As an option, the switch matrix can provide signal conditioning by incorporating amplifiers, filters, attenuators, couplers, and other components. 06 DK Cat Matrix 4c 5/27/03 3:30 PM Page 3 Open Control Architecture A considerable number of external CANbus devices can be added to the Matrix. During system start up, the internal controller identifies CANbus devices and initiates control via communication interfaces. 06 DK Cat Matrix 4c 5/27/03 3:31 PM Page 4 New Generation of Switch Matrices Broadband DC-18 GHz Solutions Overview of Standard Products 10X10 Coaxial Switch Matrix Models: 4101-GPIB 4101-ENET 4101-EWEB A compact and high performance solution, the model 4101 provides a Non-blocking Switch Matrix configured as a 5X5 up to a 10X10 in a small 4U (7 inch) high full rack enclosure . Available options include: • Redundant power supplies • N and BNC connectors. 1x100 Switching System Models: 4201-GPIB 4201-ENET 4201-EWEB This unit houses up to 11 single pole ten throw (SP10T) switches configured (in its maximum capacity) as a 1X100 Multiplexer in a 4U (7 inch) high full rack enclosure. Back panel mounted switches reduce the number of internal RF/Microwave cables and eliminate output cables. The switching system is offered with a reduced number of switches starting from 1X10. 06 DK Cat Matrix 4c 5/27/03 4:18 PM Page 5 11SP10T Switch Unit Models: 4301-GPIB 4301-ENET 4301-EWEB The model 4301 supports up to eleven individual SP10T switches in a 4U (7 inch) high full rack enclosure. Easy access to RF Input/Output connectors from the back panel permits easy maintenance and reconfiguration. 4SP10T Switch Unit Models: 4104-GPIB 4104-ENET 4104-EWEB A compact switching solution, model 4104 supports up to four individual SP10T switches in a 1U (1.75 inch) high full rack enclosure. Trouble-free access to RF Input/Output connectors from the back panel permits easy maintenance and reconfiguration. 06 DK Cat Matrix 4c 5/27/03 3:31 PM Page 6 New Generation of Switch Matrices Broadband DC-18 GHz Solutions Overview of Standard Products 2X8 Coaxial Switch Matrix Models: 4401-GPIB 4401-ENET 4401-EWEB The model 4401 is a Non-blocking Switch Matrix configured as a 2X4 to 2X8 unit in a 3U (5.25 inch) high full rack enclosure. Available options include N and BNC connectors. 2x8 Low Loss Coaxial Switch Matrix Models: 4402-GPIB 4402-ENET 4402-EWEB The model 4401 is a Non-blocking Switch Matrix configured as a 2X4 to 2X8 system in a 3U (5.25 inch) high full rack enclosure. Back panel mounted switches minimize RF/Microwave cabling losses providing an Insertion Loss of less than 1 dB @ 18 GHz. 06 DK Cat Matrix 4c 5/27/03 3:31 PM Page 7 Typical Switch Matrix Designs 6 5 4 3 2 1 Non-blocking OUTPUTS 6 X SP6T CANBUS SWITCH • Connects any input to any output • Simultaneous active multiple channels Advantages: 1 • • • • 2 Wide Bandwidth Low Insertion Loss High Isolation Bi-Directional 3 Disadvantages: • Any input can be connected to only one output at a time 4 5 OUTPUTS 6 X SP6T POWER DIVIDER 6 Figure 1. 6 x 6 non-blocking matrix INPUTS 6 X SP6T CANBUS SWITCH INPUTS 8 X WILKINSON POWER DIVIDER Fan-out • Connects any input to any output simultaneously • Multiple, simultaneous active channels • Can connect any input to all outputs simultaneously Advantages: • Interconnect flexibility • High throughput Disadvantages: • Bandwidth limited by power divider • Higher insertion loss • Low isolation between outputs connected to the same input INPUT SP6T CANBUS SWITCH OUTPUTS 9 X SP6T CANBUS SWITCH Figure2. 6 x 6 fan-out matrix 1xn • Can connect one input to any output Advantages: • Wide bandwidth • High isolation • Bi-directional Disadvantages: Figure 3. 1 x n matrix • Can connect to only one output at a time OPTIONAL 6 X LNA 06 DK Cat Matrix 4c 5/27/03 3:32 PM Page 8 Reconfigurable Switch Matrix (RMS) Models: 4700-GPIB 4700-ENET 4700-EWEB Dow-Key’s Reconfigurable Matrix System (RMS) is offered as a solution for the new generation of reconfigurable and expandable state-of-the-art (ATE) test systems. It provides the user with the capability to configure the interconnection of all internal components and add additional components to a test system when needed, thereby extending its functionality. While the internal control interface is CANbus-based, the RMS software makes it transparent for users when a different control interface (e.g. GPIB, Ethernet, RS-232, and RS-485) is specified. The internal operating system is specifically designed to universally accept any CANbus components when expansion is required. There is no need for any additional upgrades to the operating system. During the initiation process (when powered up), the operating system identifies all CANbus components and opens communication control channels. Dow-Key Microwave offers full technical support for the system integration process. 06 DK Cat Matrix 4c 5/27/03 3:32 PM Page 9 RMS Base Hardware Configuration • Standard 19”, 4U cage with the following options: • LCD Display • Key Pad • Power Supply • Translator Cards • GPIB including RS232 and RS485 • Ethernet including RS232 CANBus Switches CANBus Switch Blocks and Bracketry Programmable Attenuators The RMS consists of: • Universal Matrix Cage • Translator Card for various standard control interfaces • Electro-mechanical Switches and other switchable components with CANbus Interface • Standard mounting hardware to support the system mechanical integration. Steps in RMS system selection and information: • Provide a block diagram and specifications describing the functional requirements of the switching network • Dow-Key selects required hardware and components and submits to customer for approval • Customer chooses either Dow-Key providing the entire “turn-key” solution or procures a RMS kit. • In addition to end item hardware, the “turn-key” solution also includes product design, design verification and manufacturing and test documentation. • The RMS kit includes as a minimum; universal matrix cage, all CANbus controllable devices and associated hardware and software. The flexibility of the RMS system allows adding or removing CANbus components. The system can control over 100 components connected to one control bus. 06 DK Cat Matrix 4c 5/27/03 3:32 PM Page 10 New Generation of Switch Matrices Broadband DC-18 GHz Solutions General Specifications RF Specifications Dow-Key Model 4101 - Series 4201 - Series 4301 - Series 4104 - Series 4401 - Series 4402 - Series Frequency Range dB DC - 8 8 - 12 12 - 18 DC - 8 8 - 12 12 - 18 DC - 8 8 - 12 12 - 18 DC - 8 8 - 12 12 - 18 DC - 8 8 - 12 12 - 18 DC - 8 8 - 12 12 - 18 Translator Cards VSWR 1.4 : 1 1.6 : 1 1.8 : 1 1.4 : 1 1.6 : 1 1.8 : 1 1.4 : 1 1.6 : 1 1.8 : 1 1.4 : 1 1.6 : 1 1.8 : 1 1.4 : 1 1.5 : 1 1.7 : 1 1.4 : 1 1.5 : 1 1.7 : 1 Isolation dB 70 60 50 70 60 50 70 60 50 70 60 50 70 60 50 70 60 50 Model\Translator Card Insertion Loss dB 3 4.5 6 3 4.5 6 0.4 0.5 0.8 0.4 0.5 0.8 1 2 3 0.6 0.8 1 Power Handling W 80 60 40 80 60 40 80 60 40 80 60 40 80 60 40 80 60 40 GPIB/RS-232-RS-485/CAN Impedance OHMS RF Connectors 50 SMA Female 50 SMA Female 50 SMA Female 50 SMA Female 50 SMA Female 50 SMA Female Ethernet/RS-232/CAN GPIB Version Standard Optional ENET Version Optional Standard EWEB Version Optional Standard Control Interfaces IEEE-488 general purpose interface bus including SCPI Standard IEEE-802.3 Ethernet communication bus including SCPI Standard CANbus interface (version 2.0B passive) RS-232 and RS-485 including SCPI Standard ENET Model Includes TCP, IP, UDP, ARP, DHCP, ICMP, SMTP. Matrix is controlled over TCP/IP using the SCPI standard. EWEB Model Includes TCP, IP, UDP, ARP, DHCP, ICMP, SMTP, FTP, HTTP. Matrix is controlled over TCP/IP using the SCPI standard. For control by HTTP and any web browser, a web page is stored inside the matrix using FTP. Other Specifications Model Switch Type Switching Speed Operating Temperature Power Supply 4402 4101 4201 4301 4104 4401 Latching Latching Normally Open Normally Open Normally Open Normally Open 50 ms 50 ms 50 ms 50 ms 60 ms 60 ms 0 - 50 C 0 - 50 C 0 - 50 C 0 - 50 C 0 - 50 C 0 - 50 C Input Voltage 85 - 232 VAC, 47 - 440 Hz (Optional Redundant Power Supply available) 06 DK Cat Matrix 4c 5/27/03 3:32 PM Page 11 General Specifications Outline Dimensions A B 4101 - Series 10X10 Coaxial Switch Matrix 4 U Rack Mountable Chassis B 4301 - Series 11XSP10T Switching System 4 U Rack Mountable Chassis B 4201 - Series 1X100 Switching System 4 U Rack Mountable Chassis A A A 4104 - Series 4XSP10T Switching System 1 U Rack Mountable Chassis B A B 4401 - Series 2X8 Coaxial Switch Matrix 3 U Rack Mountable Chassis B 4402 - Series 2X8 Coaxial Switch Matrix 3 U Rack Mountable Chassis A DIM 4101 4301 4201 4104 4401 4402 A 19.02 19.02 19.02 19.02 19.02 19.02 B 7.00 7.00 7.00 1.75 (2.00) 5.25 5.25 DEPTH 21.81 21.81 21.81 21.81 5.00 5.00 06 DK Cat Matrix 4c 5/27/03 3:32 PM Page 12 Custom Matrices & Multifunction Assemblies Dow-Key PN 5010 Receiver Test Interface Frequency Range: 0.7 -2.3 GHz Application: ATE Wireless Dow-Key PN 5005 ATE Interface Network Box Frequency Range: 0.8 – 4.0 GHz Application: ATE (3G Base Dow-Key PN 5020 464 SRMU RF Output Module Frequency Range: 0.5 – 18 GHz Application: Military Test System 4822 McGrath Street • Ventura, CA 93003-5641 Tel: (805) 650-0260 • Fax: (805) 650-1734 Visit us at www.dowkey.com Dow-Key PN 5002 6 Sector Environmental and Production Cross-Coupling Unit Frequency Range: 1.5 – 2.7 GHz (0.01 – 13.0 GHz) Application: ATE (3G Base Station Testing)