VXI EX7000 - Manual (Page 15)

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EX7000 Series Preparation for Use 15
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This section provides a step-by-step process for setting up the EX7000 series assemblies for use.
For simplicity, the EX7000 series assemblies, including the EX71HD, EX72SF, and EX7400 will
be referred to as EX7000 in this section. It covers hardware installation, input connections, and
software installation.
U NPACKING
When the EX7000 is unpacked from its shipping carton, the contents should include the following
items:
• EX71HD, EX72SF, or EX7400
• EX7000 Series User’s Manual (this manual)
• VTEX Switch Driver Programmer’s Manual
• VXI Technology, Inc. Drivers and Product Manuals CD
• Power line cord
All components should be immediately inspected for damage upon receipt of the unit.
I NSTALLATION L OCATION
The EX7000 is designed to be largely insensitive to external electrical, magnetic, and thermal
disturbances. However, as with all precision instrumentation, certain precautions, if taken into
consideration, can help achieve maximum performance.
1) The unit should be located away from sources of extreme high or low temperatures.
2) The unit should be located away from sources of high magnetic fields such as motors,
generators, and power transformers.
The EX71HD and EX72SF employ active cooling for maximum product reliability. The EX7400
may or may not employ such cooling, depending on the expected power consumption. When any
of the EX7000 family of products is installed into a test fixture, the user must ensure that adequate
air flow is provided to all components.