Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration
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VXI-1500 User Manual
disconnected. For remote reset, connect a momentary switch between
pin 24 and pin 11 of the DB-25 connector.
Receiver Interconnect Devices
Your VXI-1500 mainframe has been designed to meet the VXIplug&play
Systems Alliance VPP-8 specification, VXI Module/Mainframe to
Receiver Interconnection. The specification defines the required
mounting structure to ensure that any VXIplug&play-compatible
interface will mount to a VXIplug&play-compatible mainframe. For
more information on interface devices contact one or more of the
following suppliers:
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MAC Panel: (910) 861-3100
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TTI Testron: (401) 766-9100
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Virginia Panel Corporation: (540) 932-3300
If you are planning to use a receiver interconnect device, you must have
the optional rack-mount slide kit and you must remove the following
accessories:
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Front handles
Remove the screws holding the handles in place
from behind the front mounting bracket (supplied with the
rack-mount slide kit).
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Mainframe front door
Lift straight up to remove the door.
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Door hinges
Remove the bolts holding the hinges to the front
bezel. The bolts can be accessed with a hex-key tool without
removing any other parts.
Follow the instructions provided with the receiver interconnect device for
installation onto your VXI-1500 mainframe.
