SB148 & SB148/01

SB158 & SB158/01

Switchbox & Driver Unit

Operators Handbook
SB148-14-001 Issue 5 Automatic Systems Laboratories
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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................... 4

2. MODEL SB148 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS ................................................................................... 5

2.1. FRONT PANEL .......................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1.1. Rt and Rs Inputs.............................................................................................................................. 5
2.2. REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS ..................................................................................................................... 5
3. MODEL SB148/01 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS .............................................................................. 6
3.1. FRONT PANEL .......................................................................................................................................... 6
3.1.1. Rt and Rs Inputs.............................................................................................................................. 6
3.1.2. Selectable Standby Current............................................................................................................ 6
3.2. REAR PANEL............................................................................................................................................ 6
4. STANDBY CURRENTS................................................................................................................................ 8

5. MODEL SB158 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS ................................................................................... 9

5.1. FRONT PANEL .......................................................................................................................................... 2
5.1.1. Power ON/OFF switch.................................................................................................................... 9
5.1.2. Rs Channel Selection...................................................................................................................... 9
5.1.3. Rt Channel Selection ...................................................................................................................... 9
5.1.4. Local/Remote Mode Selection........................................................................................................ 9
5.2. REAR PANEL............................................................................................................................................ 9
5.2.1. AC Power Input Socket ................................................................................................................ 10
5.3. BUS-OUT............................................................................................................................................... 10
5.4. RS232/IEEE-488 INTERFACE ................................................................................................................ 10
5.5. CHASSIS TERMINAL ................................................................................................................................ 10
6. INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................................................... 11
6.1. POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION ................................................................................................................ 11
6.2. SETTING THE VOLTAGE AND FUSE RATING .............................................................................................. 11
6.3. CONNECTING THE SYSTEM ..................................................................................................................... 11
6.3.1. Connecting the SB148 to the SB158 ............................................................................................ 12
6.3.2. Connecting the SB148 to the Precision Resistance Bridge.......................................................... 12
6.3.3. Connecting additional SB148 switchboxes to the system ............................................................ 12
6.3.4. Connecting SB148 switchbox measurement ground to the system ............................................. 12
6.3.5. Connecting SB148 switchbox Rt/Rs inputs ................................................................................... 12
6.4. REAR PANEL CABLE CONNECTIONS ........................................................................................................ 13
7. MANUAL OPERATION .............................................................................................................................. 14
7.1. RS CHANNEL SELECTION ......................................................................................................................... 14
7.2. RT CHANNEL SELECTION ......................................................................................................................... 14
8. COMPUTER INTERFACING...................................................................................................................... 15
8.1. RS232C INTERFACE .............................................................................................................................. 15
8.1.1. Pin Connections ........................................................................................................................... 15
8.1.2. RS232C Settings .......................................................................................................................... 16
8.1.3. Command Delimiter ...................................................................................................................... 17
8.1.4. Multiple Commands ...................................................................................................................... 17
8.1.5. Command Set............................................................................................................................... 17
8.1.6. Examples ...................................................................................................................................... 18
8.2. IEEE 488 INTERFACE ............................................................................................................................ 19
8.2.1. Pin Connections ........................................................................................................................... 19
8.2.2. IEEE 488 Address Selection ........................................................................................................ 20
8.2.3. Specification ................................................................................................................................. 21
8.2.4. Command Delimiter ...................................................................................................................... 21
8.2.5. Multiple commands....................................................................................................................... 21
8.2.6. Command Set............................................................................................................................... 23
 8.2.7. Examples ...................................................................................................................................... 23
9. SPECIFICATION ........................................................................................................................................ 25
9.1. SPECIFICATION SB158 & SB158/01 SWITCHBOX INTERFACE .................................................................. 25
9.1.1. General features........................................................................................................................... 25
9.1.2. System.......................................................................................................................................... 25
9.1.3. Connections.................................................................................................................................. 25
9.1.4. Environment ................................................................................................................................. 25
9.2. SPECIFICATION SB148 & SB148/01 MULTI-CHANNEL SWITCHBOX .......................................................... 26
9.2.1. General features........................................................................................................................... 26
9.2.2. System.......................................................................................................................................... 26
9.2.3. Connections.................................................................................................................................. 26
9.2.4. Environment ................................................................................................................................. 26
10. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................................... 27
10.1. CLEANING .......................................................................................................................................... 27
10.2. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................ 27
10.3. GENERAL SAFETY W ARNING ............................................................................................................... 27
11. SERVICE AND WARRANTY .................................................................................................................. 28
11.1. TECHNICAL SUPPORT ......................................................................................................................... 28
11.2. RETURNED INSTRUMENTS ................................................................................................................... 28
11.3. DOCUMENTATION ............................................................................................................................... 28
11.4. NON-UK RETURN ............................................................................................................................... 28
11.5. REPAIR QUOTATIONS ......................................................................................................................... 28
11.6. RE-EXPORT OF REPAIRED INSTRUMENTS ............................................................................................ 28
1. Introduction

The Model SB148 (SB148/01) and SB158 (SB158/01) are parts of a modular switching
system for use with ASLs precision resistance bridges.

They can be used to switch four terminal resistors and resistance thermometers (PRTs).

The differences between the various models are explained in the following pages, but
generally we will just refer to either the SB148 or SB158.

A typical system consists of one SB158 switchbox controller with optional computer interface
and several SB148 switchboxes. The SB158 contains a power supply for use by the
SB148s, local/remote mode select switch, rotary thumbwheel switches for manual control of
the Rt/Rs channel selector and bus drivers for the SB148 parallel channel select bus.

Each SB148 contains 10 relay switched 4 terminal inputs complete with pre-settable current
drives for powering deselected resistors or PRTs. The system is arranged so both PRT (Rt)
channels and standard resistor (Rs) channels can be switched. This allows a wide range of
PRTs to be used on one system.

Figure 1. The SB148 and SB158

2. Model SB148 Controls and Connections

2.1. Front Panel

2.1.1. Rt and Rs Inputs

On the front panel are fifty one 4mm sockets. Fifty of these are arranged in 10 columns of
five sockets; each set connects to one resistor or PRT. The channel selected is indicated by
an illuminated LED above the selected group of sockets. The top two sockets of each
column are the voltage input connections (V), the lower two are the current output
connections (I), and the centre terminal is the Rt/Rs measurement input ground connection.
The two BNC connectors to the left of the front panel are the Rt connections to the bridge and
the socket above them is the Rt/Rs measurement output ground connection to the bridge.
These connections, including the ground, are switched by relays to the currently selected Rt
channel.

Figure 2. SB148 Front Panel

2.2. Rear Panel Connections

On the right hand side of the rear panel are four BNC connectors. The top pair are wired in
parallel to the bottom pair, and to the front panel BNCs. This allows the Rt connections to be
daisy chained between switchboxes, with the leads to the bridge connected to the front of one
of the switchboxes.
The 25 way D type plugs in the centre of the rear panel are used to bus the resistor select
bus and power supplies between switchboxes. They are connected in parallel to allow daisy
chaining, as with the Rt connections. Finally, the two BNC connectors to the left of the rear
panel are the Rs connections, and are only used on switchboxes which have been preset to
select standard resistors.

Figure 3. SB148 Rear Panel

3. Model SB148/01 Controls and Connections

3.1. Front Panel

Figure 4. SB148/01 Front Panel (shown as part of a system)

3.1.1. Rt and Rs Inputs

As the SB148 front panel.

3.1.2. Selectable Standby Current

The SB148/01 has the facility to drive deselected resistors or PRTs from a constant
d.c. current source. This allows them to be kept at their normal working temperature,
and so decrease settling time for each channel. The switch above each channel of
4mm connectors selects one of four preset standby currents.

3.2. Rear Panel

As the SB148 switchbox except it has silkscreens showing the unit address and
standby currents.

Figure 5. SB148/01 Rear Panel

 Unit Standby
Address Currents
Rt 1
Rs 2
3
4
Figure 6. SB148/01 Rear Panel Silkscreens
4. Standby Currents

The heating current is factory set for each channel over the range of 0.1 to 10 mA and is
independent of the resistor or PRT connected.

The SB148/01 allows the user to choose from up to 4 preset standby currents per channel, by
using the 4 position switch.

WARNING:

CHANGING THE PRE-SET CURRENTS SHOULD ONLY BE

PERFORMED BY A COMPETENT ASL TRAINED TECHNICIAN.
CONSULT THE FACTORY FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
5. Model SB158 Controls and Connections

5.1. Front Panel

Figure 7. SB158 Front Panel

5.1.1. Power ON/OFF switch

I = Power ON O = Power OFF

The power switch itself will be illuminated (green), when the SB158 power is switched
ON. Care should be taken not to limit access to the power ON/OFF switch.

5.1.2. Rs Channel Selection

The first SB148 switchbox in the system can have up to 4 channels allocated as Rs
channels.
Channels 9, 8, 7 and 6 are designated as the selectable Rt/Rs channels.

A pre-set Rs channel can be selected by the Rs thumbwheel rotary switch with the
system set for local operation.

5.1.3. Rt Channel Selection

The Rt channel can be selected by the thumbwheel rotary switch with the system set
for local operation.

5.1.4. Local/Remote Mode Selection

Channel selection can be controlled locally via the thumbwheel rotary switches or
remotely via the optional interface.

The mode selection switch selects the required control mode, the LED indicates the
selected control mode.

5.2. Rear Panel

Figure 8. SB158 Rear Panel

 5.2.1. AC Power Input Socket

Accepts an IEC type power connector.

The AC Power input unit incorporates a voltage selection tumbler, to enable the user
to match the SB158 to the local AC voltage supply, and two fuse holders. The correct
20mm fuses to install are as follows:

Voltage Fuse SB158 Fuse SB158/01

220/240 T315mA (250V T1A (250V

V AC) AC)

100/120 T630mA (250V T2A (250V

V AC) AC)

5.3. Bus-Out

The Bus-Out connector is located in the centre of the rear panel. The connector is a
25 way D type socket for power and data connection to the SB148 switchbox.

5.4. RS232/IEEE-488 Interface

If an RS232 or IEEE488 interface is installed, then the connector will be located on

the right hand side of the rear panel.

Interface option Connector

RS232C 25 pin D type plug

IEEE-488 24 pin IEEE connector

5.5. Chassis terminal

The chassis terminal can be used as a common earth point by electrical equipment.
It is connected directly to the instruments protective conductor terminal.
6. Installation

6.1. Power Supply Connection

Checking Voltage and Fuse Rating

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT THE POWER CABLE OR SWITCH THE

UNIT ON UNTIL THE VOLTAGE AND FUSE RATING OF THE
INSTRUMENT HAVE BEEN CHECKED AND CHANGED IF NECESSARY.

The supply voltage setting of the SB158 is shown on the power inlet socket on the
rear panel. Check that this corresponds to the local voltage and that the fuse installed
is as specified in section 5.2.1.

Figure 9. Power Input Unit and Fuse Rating Block

6.2. Setting the Voltage and Fuse Rating

Lever open the power input unit from the top with a flat bladed screwdriver. Inside is a
plastic cam: remove this and replace it so that the voltage to be set is displayed
through the window.

See Figure 9.

Where fused power plugs are connected to the supply cable provided, the correct
fuse rating is 3 Amps. The supply cable provided with the SB158 is colour coded as
follows:
Ground Green/Yellow (Protective Conductor
Terminal)
Live Brown
Neutral Blue

6.3. Connecting the System

WARNING

Ensure the power on the SB158 is switched OFF and the mains supply lead
is disconnected.
6.3.1. Connecting the SB148 to the SB158

Connect the SB158 Bus-Out connector to the SB148 Bus-In connector with the 25
way male to 25 way female ribbon cable provided.

6.3.2. Connecting the SB148 to the Precision Resistance Bridge.

Using a pair of coaxial leads connect the SB148 BNC connectors, marked Rt V and
I, on
the front panel or upper rear panel, to the precision resistance bridge BNC
connectors, marked Rt V and I respectively.

Using a pair of coaxial leads connect the SB148 BNC connectors, marked Rs V and
I, on the front panel or upper rear panel , respectively to the precision resistance
bridge BNC connectors, marked Rs V and I. This connection is only required if the
SB148 switchbox has any Rs channels assigned.

6.3.3. Connecting additional SB148 switchboxes to the system

Connect the SB148 Bus-Out connector to the additional SB148 Bus-In connector with
the
25 way female to 25 way female ribbon cable provided.

Using a pair of coaxial leads connect the SB148 BNC connectors, marked Rt V and
I, on
the lower rear panel, respectively to the additional SB148s upper rear panel BNCs,
marked
Rt V and I.

6.3.4. Connecting SB148 switchbox measurement ground to the system

Each Rt/Rs input channel has its own switched measurement ground connection.
Rt/Rs connecting cables that incorporate outer screens can be connected to the
measurement ground at this point.

Connect the measurement output ground from the SB148 switchbox to the Precision
resistance Bridge input ground terminal.

6.3.5. Connecting SB148 switchbox Rt/Rs inputs

The diagram below shows the connection diagram for a 4 terminal resistor.

Refer to accessories for suitable connection cables.

 Figure 10. Four terminal resistor connection diagram.

WARNING

The BNC connectors are isolated and are NOT to be used as earth connections.

NOTE! Always connect voltage (v) connectors before current (I), and disconnect
I before v.

6.4. Rear Panel Cable Connections

The SB158 or SB158/01 is connected to an SB148 or SB148/01 with a 25 way D type

male/female cable. Further SB148s are added to the system by daisy chaining them onto the
first SB148. The 25 way cable contains the following signals.

PIN No Signal PIN No Signal

1 1 13 1 Rs Channel

2 2 Box address 14 2

3 4 (Units) 15 +15V

4 8 16 +15V

5 1 17 0V

6 2 Box address 18 0V Analogue Supplies

7 4 (Tens) 19 -15V

8 8 20 -15V

9 1 21 0V

10 2 Rt Channel 22 0V Digital Supplies

11 4 23 +5V

12 8 24 +5V

25 Not used

Note: The digital lines (pins 1 to 14) use negative logic, hence logic 1 is represented by a
potential of 0V.
7. Manual Operation

To control a multi-channel switchbox system manually from the SB158, ensure the mains
power to the Precision Resistance Bridge and the SB158 are in the ON state.

Set the operator control mode of the SB158 to local with the mode selection switch, confirm
the local LED is lit.

7.1. Rs channel selection

The Rs standard resistor can be connected directly to the Precision Resistance Bridge
or to the first SB148 switchbox in the system.

The number of Rs standard resistor channels available is dependent on the specific

system. There can be up to a maximum of four Rs channels assigned to the first
SB148 switchbox, channels 6 through to channel 9 are factory configurable as Rt or
Rs channels.

For systems that have the Rs standard resistor connected to the SB148, select the
required Rs standard resistor with the Rs channel select rotary thumbwheel switch,
confirm the channel selected LED is lit.

7.2. Rt channel selection

Each SB148 switchbox has ten Rt channels available numbered 0 to 9, with each
switchbox having its own address numbered 00 to 60.

Select the required SB148 switchbox address with the first two Rt channel select
rotary thumbwheel switches.

Select the required Rt channel of the SB148 switchbox with the last Rt channel select
rotary thumbwheel switch, confirm the channel selected LED is lit.
8. Computer Interfacing

The SB 158 can be fitted with an optional RS232C serial digital communications interface or
IEEE488 parallel digital communications interface, providing remote control channel selection
from a computer.

8.1. RS232C Interface

RS232C communication is via a 25-pin D type plug located on the right hand side of the rear
panel.

Figure 11. RS232 Connector pin connections.

8.1.1. Pin Connections

Computer SB158, SB158/01

25 pin 9 pin Function 25 pin
3 2 Rx 3
2 3 Tx 2
20 4 DTR 20
7 5 GWD 7
6 6 DSR 6
4 7 RTS 4
5 8 CTS 5
8.1.2. RS232C Settings

The SB 158 RS232C interface can be configured by an 8-way DIP (Dual In-line Pin)
switch, of which the default settings are:-
9600 Band
No Parity
1 Stop bit
7 Data bits
The configurations can be changed using the following procedure.

WARNING

Switch off the power supply and remove the power cable.

I. Remove the 4 retaining screws holding the top cover.

II. Lift off the top cover and locate the 8-way DIP (Dual In-line Pin) switch, refer to

figure 12.

Figure 12. RS232 8-way DIP switch location

The switches are numbered 1 to 8 and ON / OFF.

The switches may be set according to the following tables to achieve the required
configuration.

8.1.2.1. Band Rate

Band SW 8 SW 7 SW 6
Rate
110 Off Off On
300 Off On Off
1200 Off On On
 1800 On Off Off
2400 On Off On
4800 On On Off
9600 On On On Default
Setting
Note: If the band rate is set to 110, then 2 stop bits are required.

8.1.2.2. Parity

Parity SW 5 SW 4
Even On On
Parity
Odd Parity Off On
No Parity On Off Default
Setting
No Parity Off Off
8.1.2.3. Device Code

The device code selection is included for future expansion.

Device Code SW 3 SW 2 SW 1
7 On On On

On completion of setting the required configuration replace the top cover and
secure it with the 4 retaining screws.

8.1.3. Command Delimiter

All commands sent to the SB 158 controller must be terminated with a carriage return
instruction (CR).

On receiving the command terminator the instruction will be executed.

8.1.4. Multiple Commands

Individual instructions may be combined in one line to a maximum of 30 characters in

a line.

8.1.5. Command Set

The command set for the SB 158 consists of two functions:-

I. Select the Rt channel

II. Select the Rs channel

A command consists of a single letter identifier followed by data with the command
string being terminated by the carriage return (CR) instruction.

Command I
Function Sets the Rt channel tens digit
Syntax In where n = 0 to 9
Parameters n = the tens digit part of the Rt channel
number

Command J
Function Sets the Rt channel hundreds digit
Syntax In where n = 0 to 9
Parameters n = the hundreds digit part of the Rt channel
number

Command
K
Function Sets the Rt channel units digit
Syntax Kn where n = 0 to 9
Parameters n = the units digit part of the Rt channel
number

Command L
Function Sets the Rs channel
Syntax Ln where n = the Rs channel number
Parameters n = the Rs channel number

8.1.6. Examples

Selecting an Rt channel

Rt Channel Command Setting

No.
000 I0J0K0 (CR) or I000
(CR)
 001 I0J0K1 (CR) or I00K1
(CR)
009 I0J0K9 (CR) or I00K9
(CR)
010 I1J0K0 (CR) or I1J00
(CR)

Selecting an Rs Channel

Rs Channel Command Setting

No.
6 L6 (CR)
7 L7 (CR)

Selecting an Rt and Rs Channel

Rt Channel Rs Channel Command Setting

No. No.
000 9 I0J0K0L9 (CR) or I000L9 (CR)
005 6 I0J0K5L6 (CR) or I00K5L6
(CR)
029 9 I2J0K9L9 (CR)

8.2. IEEE 488 Interface

IEEE communication is via a 24-pin IEEE connector located on the right hand side of
the rear panel.

8.2.1. Pin Connections

 Figure 13. IEEE 488 Connector pin connections
8.2.2. IEEE 488 Address Selection

The SB 158 IEEE Interface can be set to any address in the range 0 to 30 by an 8-
way DIP (Dual In-line Pin) switch, the default address is set to

The address can be changed by using the following procedure:-

WARNING

Switch off the power supply and remove the power cable.

I. Remove the 4 retaining screws holding the top cover.

II. Lift off the top cover and locate the 8-way DIP (Dual In-line Pin) switch, refer
to

figure 14.

Figure 14. IEEE 8-way DIP switch location

The switches are numbered 1 to 8 and ON/OFF.

The switches may be set according to the following table for the required address.

S5 S4 S3 S2 S1
UP (ON) 0 0 0 0 0
DOW (OFF) 16 8 4 2 1
N

e.g. For address 11, set S1, S2, S4 down and S3, S5 up.

On completion of setting the required address, replace the top cover and secure it
with the 4 retaining screws.

8.2.3. Specification

The IEEE 488 interface fitted to the SB 158 complies with the IEEE 488.1 (1987)
standard and has the following specification.

SH1 Full source handshake

AH1 Full receptor handshake

T8 Basic teller (unaddress on MLA)

L4 Basic listener (unaddress on MLA)

LE0 No extended addressing

TE0 No extended addressing

SR0 No service request available

RL0 No remote local function

LL0 No local lockout function

PP0 No parallel poll

DC0 No device clear

8.2.4. Command Delimiter

All commands sent to the SB 158 controller must be terminated with a carriage return
(CR) and line feed (LF) or the end or interrupt (EOI) set low with the last character.

On receiving the command terminator the instruction will be executed.

8.2.5. Multiple commands

Individual instructions may be combined in one line to a maximum of 17 characters in

a line.
8.2.6. Command Set

The command set for the SB 158 consists of two control functions:-
I. Select Rt channel
II. Select Rs channel
A command consists of a single letter identifier followed by data with the command
string being terminated by the carriage return (CR) and line feed (LF) or EOI sent
down with the test character.

Command I
Function Sets the Rt channel tens digit
Syntax In where n = 0 to 9
Parameters n = the tens digit part of the Rt channel
number

Command L
Function Sets the Rt channel hundreds digit
Syntax Ln where n = 0 to 9
Parameters n = the hundreds digit part of the Rt channel
number

Command
M
Function Sets the Rt channel units digit
Syntax Mn where n = 0 to 9
Parameters n = the units digit part of the Rt channel
number

Command
O
Function Sets the Rs channel
Syntax On where n = 6 to 9
Parameters n = the Rs channel number

8.2.7. Examples

Selecting an Rt channel
 Rt Channel Command String
No.
000 I0L0M0 (CR) (LF) or I000 (CR)
(LF)
001 I0L0M1 (CR) (LF) or I00M1 (CR)
(LF)
009 I0L0M9 (CR) (LF) or I00M9 (CR)
(LF)
010 I1L0M0 (CR) (LF) or I1L00 (CR)
(LF)

Selecting and Rs channel

Rs Channel Command
No String
6 06 (CR) (LF)
7 07 (CR) (LF)

Selecting an Rt and Rs channel

Rt Channel Rs Channel Command Setting

No. No.
000 9 I0L0M0O9 (CR) (LF) or I000O9 (CR)
(LF)
005 6 I0L0M5O6 (CR) (LF) or I00M5O6 (CR)
(LF)
029 9 I2L0M9O6 (CR) (LF)
9. Specification

9.1. Specification SB158 & SB158/01 Switchbox Interface

9.1.1. General features

Mode selection: Local / Remote.

Mode indication: Green LED mode indication.

Rt / Rs channel selection: Thumbwheel rotary switches.

Digital interface (option): RS232C serial interface

or IEEE-488 parallel interface.

9.1.2. System

SB158: 2 x SB148 or SB148/01 max. per SB158

SB158/01: 6 x SB148 or SB148/01 max. per SB158/01

9.1.3. Connections

AC input: 3 pin IEC socket.

Bus out: 25 pin D type socket.

Chassis earth: 4 mm green binding post

RS232C interface (if fitted): 25 pin D type plug.

IEEE-488 interface (if fitted): 24 pin IEEE connector.

9.1.4. Environment

Operating Temperature: 10C to 40C.

Humidity: Specified to 90% RH at 40 C non-

condensing.

Power Requirements: 100/120/220/240 VAC +10% / -13%

Supply Voltage range is user selectable on

rear panel.

Frequency Range: 47-63 Hz

Power consumption: SB158 60 VA max.

SB158/01 150 VA max.

Dimensions: 442 mm wide, 88 mm high, 295 mm deep

(17.4 wide, 3.5 high, 12.6 deep)

Weight: SB158 6 kg (13.2 Ibs)

SB158/01 7 kg (15.4 Ibs)
9.2. Specification SB148 & SB148/01 Multi-Channel switchbox

9.2.1. General features

Switching: 4 terminal switching

Channel active: Green channel active LED

Channels: SB1 6 to 10 Rt channels, 4 to 0 Rs

channels.
SB2 to 6 10 Rt channels per switchbox.

Standby current: SB148 0.1mA to 10mA single current per

channel.
SB148/01 0.1mA to 10mA four currents per
channel.

9.2.2. System

SB158 2 x SB148 or SB148/01 max. per

SB158.
SB158/01 6 x SB148 or SB148/01 max. per
SB158/01.

9.2.3. Connections

Rt/Rs input (per channel): V terminal A - 4mm red binding post

V terminal B - 4mm white binding
post
I terminal A - 4mm red binding post
I terminal B - 4mm white binding
post

Rt/Rs measurement ground input: 4 mm black binding post

Rs bus output: V & I BNC connectors (rear panel)

Rt bus output: V & I BNC connectors (front panel)

V & I BNC connectors (rear panel)
V & I BNC connectors (rear panel)

Note: The three Rt bus connectors are connected in parallel in the SB148
(SB148/01)

Rt/Rs measurement ground output: 4 mm black binding post

Bus in: 25 pin D type plug.

Bus out: 25 pin D type plug.

9.2.4. Environment

Operating Temperature: 10C to 40C.

Humidity: Specified to 90% RH at 40 C

non-condensing.
 Dimensions: SB148 442 mm wide, 133 mm high, 295
mm deep
(17.4 wide, 4 high, 12.6 deep)

SB148/01 485 mm wide, 180 mm high, 375

mm deep
(19 wide, 7 high, 14.8 deep)

Weight: SB148 8 kg (17.6 Ibs)

SB148/01 10 kg (22 Ibs)

10. Cleaning and Maintenance

10.1. Cleaning

Make sure the SB158 is turned off and unplug the mains supply cable.

Clean the outside of the instruments with a soft, clean cloth dampened with mild detergent.
Do not allow water to enter the instrument.

WARNING Never use alcohol or thinners as these will damage the instrument.

Never use a hard or abrasive brush.

10.2. Preventive Maintenance

WARNING Regular inspection of the mains supply cable is required to ensure that

the insulation is not damaged.

10.3. General safety Warning

WARNING If the SB148 or SB158 is used in a manner not specified by ASL, then

the protection provided by the instrument may be impaired.

11. Service and Warranty

Switchboxes and accessories, (unless stated otherwise), are covered by a 12 month warranty
for parts and labour, but not including costs incurred in returning it to the factory for repair,
from the date of dispatch from Automatic Systems Laboratories.

11.1. Technical Support

For all technical support, repair, warranty and service inquiries please contact:
Automatic Systems Laboratories Ltd.
2 Gatton Park Business Centre
Wells Place
Redhill
Surrey
RH1 3LG
United Kingdom

Telephone: +44 (0) 1737 649300

Fax: +44 (0) 1737 649301

E-Mail: service@aslltd.co.uk
Web Page: www.aslltd.co.uk

11.2. Returned Instruments

All returned goods should be sent carriage paid, insured and packed well, to the above
address.

11.3. Documentation

The shipment should include:

I. Your goods return note, a delivery note or an export invoice stating clearly
GOODS RETURNED FOR REPAIR.

II. Your Company / Establishment order or contract reference number.

III. The name of your purchasing and technical contact.

IV. A brief fault report.

11.4. Non-UK Return

Automatic Systems Laboratories has a general authority arrangement with UK Customs to

temporarily import goods free of duty and import tax. Therefore pre-advice of shipment, date,
carrier etc, will enable us to arrange prompt importation with our freight agents.

11.5. Repair Quotations

We shall be pleased to advise estimated repair costs upon receipt and initial inspection of
returned goods.

11.6. Re-Export of Repaired Instruments

It is our normal practice to return repaired equipment all charges forward and to include
import charges, that is import documentation and UK freight charges on our repair invoice.
Please advise if you require return costs to be included in our repair quotation, or have any
special shipping instructions.

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