USB 3.0 Connection Exerciser




The MCCIŽ USB 3.0 Connection Exerciser Model 2101 is a tool that automatically connects and disconnects a USB 2.0 or 3.0 host and device under software control, without requiring that an operator physically manipulate a cable. The microcontroller and the high frequency relays within the Model 2101 can either be operated with a pre-programmed connection pattern or can be controlled real-time through an auxiliary USB port using a Control PC. The Model 2101 Connection Exerciser is a useful tool for finding software defects in host drivers and embedded Host Controller Drivers (HCD). Use it to find and analyze USB 3.0 connection problems in a well controlled and repeatable manner.

USB3 Connection Exerciser
Features:
  • An impedance controlled, low loss USB data path. The Exerciser is transparent when in the connected state
  • Data relays are rated to 7 Ghz
  • VBUS and Data signals are connected and disconnected in the same sequence as if done manually
  • The ground connection is never broken
  • Connection time can be controlled down to 10 ms
  • Device Under Test (DUT) VBUS is optionally configurable for flow-thru or buffered operation
  • Control PC needs no drivers. Native HID drivers are all that is required
  • The 2101 can be powered from any of these three sources:
    • External 5 V power supply
    • Control PC VBUS connection
    • Host Under Test (HUT) VBUS power supply (optional)
  • The 2101 can also be used for testing low speed, full speed, and hi-speed devices and hosts

Block Diagram
connection_exerciser

Table 1. Specifications
Mechanical
Size H x W x D 111.25 x 75 x 25.2 mm (4.38 x 2.95 x .99”)
Weight 9 oz
Electrical
Power dissipation (all relays on; VBUS pass-thru mode) 1.75 W
Max UUT VBUS current switch (VBUS pass-thru mode) 900 mA
Max UUT VBUS current (VBUS buffer mode) 900 mA
Connectors
To UUT Host (on case front) USB 3.0 Std "B"
To UUT Device (on case front) USB 3.0 Std "A"
DC Input (on case back) 2.1 mm round, center positive
To Control PC (on case back) USB 2.0 Std "B"
LED Indicators
VBUS IN (on case front) On when HUT VBUS is detected
Connect (on case front) On when HUT is Connected to DUT
VBUS OUT (on case front) On when DUT VBUS is detected
Main Power (on case back) On when Exerciser is fully powered
PC Link (on case back) On when Control PC has enumerated Exerciser
Soft LEDs 1 thru 4 (on case top) Used by Exerciser FW for various functions (see User Manual)
Mode Buttons
Momentary soft switches 1 thru 4 (on case top) Used by Exerciser FW for various functions (see User Manual)
Power Supply
DC supply Input 100 to 240 V AC; 50 to 60 Hz
DC supply Output 5 V DC, 2.5 A max
Cables (Optional)
Control PC 4 foot STD "A" to STD "B" USB 2.0
Patch Cables 1 foot STD "A" to STD "B" USB 3.0


Table 2. Kit Contents
Model 2101 MCCI USB 3.0 Connection Exerciser
Power Supply
User Manual
USB 3.0 Patch Cables (for use from HUT to 2101 or 2101 to DUT)



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