Up to 32 Site ISP Signal Switching
Overview
MPX160A is a signal multiplexer for device in-system programming/testing. It allows the ISP
connection coming from the programmer/tester to be switched to one of the available output channels.
In this way, a single programmer/tester can easily handle multiple device programming, whether on a
single board or distributed across multiple boards in a panel assembly.
Features
- Switching of 160 signals;
- Easy integration with all ATE systems;
- Multiplexing through FET and Reed relay;
- Controllable by a host PC or ATE through RS-232 or parallel control lines;
- Compact size.
Hardware Features
MPX160A features state-of-the-art electronics to provide you with high integration flexibility in a compact footprint—ideal for integration inside a fixture.
- Single, wide range power supply input;
- Three working modes (see figures), with up to 32 ISP channels;
- Depending on the working mode, each of the ISP channel is composed of:
- Either six or three digital, bidirectional lines;
- Either two or one analog/digital lines (analog out, digital in/out);
- Either two or one power lines;
- One ground line (common for all channels).
Software Features
MPX160A is controlled via either ASCII-based commands (through its RS-232 channel) or via control lines. ASCII commands allow for selecting the output channel or to disconnect all of the output channels.