PXI/PXIe USB 2.
0 Hub with Connect/Disconnect 40-738/42-738
• Available as a PXI or PXIe Peripheral Module
• Adds USB 2.0 Instruments & DUT Directly to
Host Chassis
• 8 Port USB 2.0 Hub
• Data Streams Directly From Controller’s Bus
• USB Power On All Outputs
• Programmatic Disconnect of USB Power and
Data Using Pickering Interfaces Switch Driver
• USB Data Connection Via Vendor USB Driver
• 3 Year Warranty
The 40-738 (PXI) and 42-738 (PXIe) are USB hubs that allow
data to be streamed to and from USB devices by the system
controller via the backplane of the host chassis. The module provides a simple way of expanding the range of test
equipment supported by PXI based systems to include USB power
The output ports can be connected or disconnected
meters, USB data acquisition systems and USB scopes.
programmatically to simulate the connection of a USB device.
Additionally, each port can connect and disconnect the power PXI Chassis Compatibility - 40-738
and data paths separately, simulating various faults. Our standard Compatible with all chassis conforming to the PXI and cPCI
switch drivers provide a simple method of controlling the module. specification. Compatible with Legacy and Hybrid peripheral slots in
Each port supports up to 0.5A at 5V in accordance with the USB a 3U PXI Express chassis.
specification through a protected power switch.
PXIe Chassis Compatibility - 42-738
The module can be used to connect USB devices under test or
USB test equipment to the test system without reliance on the Compatible with all chassis conforming to the PXIe specification.
controller’s USB ports. By providing power on each port, the Compatible with PXIe and Hybrid peripheral slots in a 3U PXIe
module allows the expansion of USB capacity without the need Express chassis.
for a separate hub. Also, the host controller is protected from the The 40-738 and 42-738 are not compatible with Pickering Interfaces
connection of faulty devices under test. LXI Modular Chassis.
5V Supply USB Power &
Data Switches
Power
Port 1
Data
Power
Port 2
Switch Data
Controller
Power
Port 3
Data
Host Chassis Backplane
Power
Port 4
Data
PCI Bridge/ USB
Host Hub Power
PCIe Packet
Controller
Controller Port 5
Data
Power
Port 6
ISSUE 4.0 JUL 2018
Data
Power
USB Host Port 7
Controller Data
Functional diagram for the
Power
40-738/42-738 Port 8
USB 2.0 Hub Data
40-738-001/42-738-001 Module GND
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USB Test Devices
Smart Phone Tablet Disk Drive
Controller PC
USB Test Equipment
Oscilloscope Power Sensor Data Acquisition
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Specification PXI & CompactPCI Compliance - 40-738
USB Hub: 8 port USB hub, data & power to USB 2.0 The module is compliant with the PXI Specification 2.2. Local Bus,
Trigger Bus and Star Trigger are not implemented.
USB Common: Direct connection from host controller to
Uses a 33MHz 32-bit backplane interface.
interface via host chassis backplane.
USB Data: USB device appears on the host PXIe Compliance - 42-738
controller’s bus enabling the use of The module is compliant with the PXIe Specification 1.0. Local Bus,
standard Windows drivers for data flow. Trigger Bus and Star Trigger are not implemented.
USB Ports: USB Type A connectors on front panel Safety & CE Compliance
USB Power Up to 0.5A at 5V, includes USB power All modules are fully CE compliant and meet applicable EU
protection switch directives: Low-voltage safety EN61010-1:2001,
EMC Immunity EN61000-6-1:2001, Emissions EN55011:1998.
Connection Function: Allows any USB port to be connected
or disconnected from the USB hub,
independent control of power (switches Product Order Codes
V+ and V-) and data (switches D+ and PXI USB 2.0 HUB With Programmable
D-) for each port. Connect/Disconnect 40-738-001
Connections controlled by Pickering
PXIe USB 2.0 HUB With Programmable
Interfaces PXI drivers.
Connect/Disconnect 42-738-001
Power Requirements - 40-738 Product Customization
+3.3V +5V +12V -12V Pickering modules are designed and manufactured on our own
Up to 4.1A (0.5A on flexible manufacturing lines, giving complete product control and
1A 0 0 enabling simple customization to meet very specific requirements.
every Channel)
All customized products are given a unique part number, fully
Power Requirements - 42-738 documented and may be ordered at any time in the future. Please
+3.3V +12V (Full Load) contact your local sales office to discuss.
1.1A 1.7A
Mechanical Characteristics
40-738 - Single slot 3U PXI (CompactPCI card).
42-738 - Single slot 3U PXIe, compatible with PXIe hybrid slot.
3D models for all versions in a variety of popular file formats are
available on request.
Connectors
40-738 - PXI bus via 32-bit P1/J1 backplane connector.
42-738 - PXIe bus via XJ3 and XJ4 backplane connectors.
Signals via front panel USB type A connectors. 40-738-001 PXI USB 2.0 Hub Side View
Operating/Storage Conditions
Operating Conditions
Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C
Humidity: Up to 90% non-condensing
Altitude: 5000m
Storage and Transport Conditions
Storage Temperature: -20°C to +75°C
Humidity: Up to 90% non-condensing
Altitude: 15000m
42-738-001 PXIe USB 2.0 Hub Side View
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PXI Chassis Compatibility - 40-738
This 40-738 module can be used in the following chassis types:
• All chassis conforming to the 3U PXI and 3U Compact PCI (cPCI) specification
• Legacy and Hybrid Peripheral slots in a 3U PXI Express (PXIe) chassis
PXIe Chassis Compatibility - 42-738
This 42-738 module can be used in the following chassis types:
• All chassis conforming to the 3U PXIe specification
• PXIe and Hybrid Peripheral slots in a 3U PXI Express (PXIe) chassis
Note: The 40-738 & 42-738 are not compatible with Pickering Interfaces LXI or LXI/USB Modular Chassis
Windows Compatibility
40-738: Compatible up to Windows 7, but depends on restrictions in BIOS, which vary in every machine.
42-738: Compatible with all Windows versions, but Windows 7 or earlier needs an additional driver, Windows 8 onwards works automatically.
Chassis Selection Guide
Standard PXI or hybrid PXIe Chassis from any Vendor:
• Mix our 1000+ PXI switching & simulation modules with any
vendor’s PXI instrumentation
• Embedded or remote Windows PC control
• Real-time Operating System Support
• High data bandwidths, especially with PXI Express
• Integrated module timing and synchronization
Connectivity Solutions
We provide a full range of supporting cable and connector solutions for all our switching products—20 connector families with 1200+
products. We offer everything from simple mating connectors to complex cables assemblies and terminal blocks. All assemblies are
manufactured by Pickering and are guaranteed to mechanically and electrically mate to our modules.
Connectors & Backshells Multiway Cable Assemblies RF Cable Assemblies Connector Blocks
We also offer customized cabling and have a free online Cable Design Tool that can
be used to create custom cable solutions for many applications.
Visit: pickeringtest.com/cdt to start your design.
Mass Interconnect
We recommend the use of a mass interconnect solution when an Interchangeable
Test Adapter (ITA) is required for a PXI or LXI based test system. Our modules are
fully supported by both Virginia Panel and MacPanel.
Pickering Reed Relays
We are the only switch provider with in-house reed relay manufacturing capability
via our sister company, Pickering Electronics. These instrument grade reed relays
feature SoftCenter® technology, ensuring long service life and repeatable contact
performance
To learn more, please go to: pickeringrelay.com
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Programming
Pickering provide kernel, IVI and VISA (NI & Keysight) drivers which are compatible with all Microsoft supported versions of Windows and
popular older versions. For a list of all supporting operating systems, please see: pickeringtest.com/os
The VISA driver is also compatible with Real-Time Operating Systems such as LabVIEW RT. For other RTOS support contact Pickering.
These drivers may be used with a variety of programming environments and applications including:
• Pickering Interfaces Switch Path Manager
• National Instruments products (LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Switch Executive, MAX, TestStand, VeriStand, etc.)
• Microsoft Visual Studio products (Visual Basic, Visual C+)
• Keysight VEE
• Mathworks Matlab
• Marvin ATEasy
• MTQ Testsolutions Tecap Test & Measurement Suite
Drivers for popular Linux distributions are available, other environments are also supported, please contact Pickering with specific enquiries.
We provide Soft Front Panels (SFPs) for our products for familiarity and manual control, as well as comprehensive documentation and
example programs to help you develop test routines with ease.
To learn more about software drivers and development environments, please go to: pickeringtest.com/software
Signal Routing Software
Our signal routing software, Switch Path Manager, automatically selects and energizes switch
paths through Pickering switching systems. Signal routing is performed by simply defining
test system endpoints to be connected together, greatly accelerating Test System software
development.
To learn more, please go to: pickeringtest.com/spm
Diagnostic Relay Test Tools
eBIRST Switching System Test Tools are designed specifically for our PXI, PCI or LXI
products, these tools simplify switching system fault-finding by quickly testing the system
and graphically identifying the faulty relay.
To learn more, please go to: pickeringtest.com/ebirst
Pickering Interfaces maintains a commitment to continuous product development, consequently we reserve the right to vary from the description given in this data sheet.
Three Year Warranty & Guaranteed Long-Term Support
All standard products manufactured by Pickering Interfaces are warranted against
defective materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of delivery
to the original purchaser. Extended warranty and service agreements are available for all our modules and systems with various levels to
suit your requirements. Although we offer a 3-year warranty as standard, we also include guaranteed long-term support—with a history of
supporting our products for typically 15-20 years. To learn more, please go to: pickeringtest.com/support
Available Product Resources
We have a large library of product resources including success stories, product and support videos, articles, as well as complete product
catalogs and product reference maps to assist when looking for the switching, simulation and cable and connector solutions you need.
We have also published handy reference books for the PXI and LXI standards. © Copyright (2018) Pickering Interfaces. All Rights Reserved
To view, download or request any of our product resources, please visit: pickeringtest.com/resources
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