Users Manual
HP 35900E
Dual Channel Interface
Printing History
Manual part number 3590090400
First edition January 1994
Printed in USA
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Safety Information
Safety Symbols
Caution
A Caution calls attention to a condition or possible situation that could
damage or destroy the product or the user's work.
WARNING
A WARNING calls attention to a condition or possible situation that could
cause injury to the user.
Electrical Shock Hazard
WARNING
This product is a Safety Class 1 instrument (provided with a protective
earth terminal). To avoid electrical shock, the instrument must be
connected to the ac power supply mains through a threeconductor power
cord, with the third wire firmly connected to an electrical ground (safety
ground) at the power outlet. Any interruption of the protective
(grounding) conductor or disconnection of the protective earth terminal,
under a fault condition could cause a shock, that could result in personal
injury.
No user servicable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Contents
Capabilities
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Data Buffering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Independent AnalogtoDigital Converters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Realtime Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Control Bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital (TTL I/O) Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument Control Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Host Computer Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Start/Stop Pushbuttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Run Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hardware Monitoring Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Setup
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Parts and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Line Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuration Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Computer Connection
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handling the MIO Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring an HPIB/RS232 MIO Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuration for HPIB Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuration for RS232 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Communication Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting to Host Computer (HPIB/RS232 MIO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HPIB Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting to Network (TCP/IP MIO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Instrument Connection
Analog Input (Signal) Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Control Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital I/O Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument Control Port Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Contents
HP 35900E Startup
PreRun Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HP 35900E Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Verify HP 35900E is Ready for Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In Case of Difficulty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix A
Specifications
AnalogtoDigital Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Run Control Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Host Communications Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument Control Port Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix B
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A1
A2
A2
A3
A3
Cabling
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Analog Signal Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Control Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bottle Number Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital I/O Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital I/O Adaptor Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument Control Port Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HPIB Communications Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B1
B1
B6
B7
B13
B16
B17
B18
B19
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Capabilities
Capabilities
Introduction
The HP 35900E is a dualchannel run buffered interface that connects
analytical instruments to HP ChemStation and ChemServer systems. It
converts the analog signal from analytical instruments to digital data and
transmits it to the host computer for further processing. The HP 35900E
is intended for use with both HP and nonHP manufactured laboratory
instruments.
Figure 11. HP 35900E.
The HP 35900E uses Modular Input/Output (MIO) for host communica
tions. MIO is a standard designed to allow for maximum flexibility in
peripheral to host communications. The HP 35900E has an MIO slot on
the rear panel for plugin MIO cards. The TCP/IP LAN MIO card con
nects the HP 35900E to the networked HP ChemServer systems. The
HPIB/RS232 MIO card connects the HP 35900E to HP ChemStation
systems using the HPIB functionality.
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Capabilities
Introduction
The HP 35900E features include the following:
D
Data buffering
D
Independent analogtodigital (A/D) converters
D
Realtime control
D
Instrument control ports (RS232 ports)
D
Host communication
D
Front panel indicators that show run status, interface activity, etc.
D
Compatibility with HP GC and LC DOS ChemStations and HP Chem
Server systems.
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Capabilities
Data Buffering
Data Buffering
The HP 35900E buffers (stores) digitized data from each run using PC
like SIMM RAM modules. Data from the instrument is digitally converted,
stored, and passed on to the host computer on request. The HP 35900E
comes standard with 1 MB RAM. Through memory accessory kits
(G1848A and G1849A) it can be upgraded to a maximum of 8 MB. Two
channel data can be buffered for the following lengths of time as deter
mined by the sampling rate and amount of RAM installed in the
HP 35900E.
SIMM RAM installed
@ 20 Hz
@ 100 Hz
1 MB SIMM RAM
3.4 hours40 minutes
2 MB SIMM RAM
7.0 hours 1.4 hours
4 MB SIMM RAM
14.3 hours
2.8 hours
5 MB SIMM RAM
17.9 hours
3.5 hours
8 MB SIMM RAM
28.8 hours
5.7 hours
Independent AnalogtoDigital Converters
The analogtodigital channels provide 24bit analogtodigital conversion
of up to two independent analog signals. The analog inputs can either be
totally asynchronous (have no relationship at all to each other) or syn
chronous (separate signals, but logically related to the same START refer
ence). To allow asynchronous operation, each channel has separate
Start/Stop switches, status indicators, and controllable digital I/O. The
analog input range is -18 mV to +1 V. The analog input signal is digi
tized by a continuously integrating A/D converter. This means that the
input signal is continuously applied to the converter's input, and because
of that, no portion of the signal is ever lost due to input multiplexing or
the sampling process.
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Capabilities
Realtime Control
Realtime Control
The HP 35900E provides a set of realtime control functions for a host
computer system. These can be separated into two groups:
D
Remote Control Bus
D
Digital (TTL I/O) Ports
Remote Control Bus
The Remote Control Bus is a hardware interface that provides a set of
defined signals most frequently encountered in the laboratory environ
ment. These signals include START, STOP, READY and START
REQUEST. The HP 35900E has one Remote Bus per channel to allow
for asynchronous operation. These connectors are 9pin DType" female
connectors each having eight bidirectional (input/output) signals.
Digital (TTL I/O) Ports
Each channel has a dedicated TTL I/O connector with 16 signal lines. Of
the 16, eight are bidirectional configurable as inputs or outputs (for such
functions as valve control) and the remaining eight lines are inputonly
signals (for such functions as bottlenumbers).
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Capabilities
Instrument Control Ports
Instrument Control Ports
There are two RS232 ports (one for each channel) that may be used to
interface with RS232 compatible lab instruments such as certain auto
samplers, balances, GC's, etc.
Line protocols and operating modes for RS232 communication are config
ured via commands from the host computer.
Host Computer Communication
The HP 35900E has an MIO slot for host communications. There are
presently two MIO cards that can be used with the HP 35900E. The
RS232/HPIB MIO card, option 011 or G1847A, connects the HP 35900E
to HP GC and LC DOSbased ChemStations. The TCP/IP LAN MIO card,
option 010 or G1846A, connects the HP 35900E to HP ChemServer
systems.
Front Panel
The front panel of the HP 35900E has START and STOP buttons and
three indicator lights for each channel. There are also four indicator lights
at the bottom of the panel to convey general information about the state
of the HP 35900E interface.
Start/Stop Pushbuttons
Each channel has START and STOP pushbuttons that may be used to
manually start and stop analytical runs. These pushbuttons can be indi
vidually enabled or disabled by the host computer software controlling the
HP 35900E.
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Capabilities
Front Panel
Run Status Indicators
Each channel has three indicator LED's (light emitting diodes).
READY Indicates there is no current activity on the channel and it
is ready to begin a chromatographic run.
RUN
This light indicates a run is in progress on that channel.
NOT READY This light indicates the channel cannot start another
run until other events are completed.
Hardware Monitoring Indicators
There are four indicator LEDs on the bottom of the front panel that dis
play the status of the HP 35900E.
ACTIVE Indicates that there is data present in the interface that
will be lost if the HP 35900E's power is turned off.
COMM This light indicates that the HP 35900E is communicating
with the host computer.
FAULT
This light indicates that a nonrecoverable error occurred.
POWER This light indicates that power is applied to the instrument
and that the LINE switch is turned on.
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Setup
Setup
Unpacking
1. If the HP 35900E is purchased as part of a system, check the carrier's
papers to verify that you received all containers.
2. Inspect the shipping container for damage and watermarks.
3. Remove the cables and documentation from the shipping container
and set them aside.
4. Unpack the HP 35900E and inspect it for damage. If you see damage,
keep the carton and all packing materials for the carrier's inspection.
Contact your nearest HewlettPackard Sales and Service Office
immediately.
Checking Parts and Accessories
1. Verify that you have all parts on the packing list. If you suspect that
an option, accessory, or part is missing or incorrect, call your nearest
HewlettPackard Sales and Service Office immediately.
2. Store user information in a safe place.
Line Voltage
The HP 35900E has a universal input range for line voltage and can be
safely connected to both 115V and 230V power sources. There is no line
voltage switch to set.
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Setup
Configuration Switch
Configuration Switch
There is a set of six configuration switches on the rear panel that control
HP 35900E operation. The default settings are shown in the insert below.
Switch
Function
1
Beep/Off
2
HI/LO
3
Channel A
TEST/NORM
4
Channel A
ADD/IGNORE
5
Channel B
TEST/NORM
6
Channel B
Add/IGNORE
Position
Effect
Up
Causes an audible beep when Start/Stop
button is pressed.
Down Silent at Start/Stop
Up
Beep, if any, is loud
Down Beep, if any, is soft
Up
Selects stored test chromatogram.
Analog input signal ignored.
Down Selects Analog input for Normal Operation
Up
Add signal input to the stored chromatogram.
Switch 3 must be in Up position.
Down Do not add (ignore) signal input to stored
chromatogram for Ch. A.
Up
Selects stored test chromatogram.
Analog input signal ignored.
Down Selects Analog input for Normal Operation
Up
Add Ch. B. signal input to the stored chromat
ogram. Switch 5 must be in Up position.
Down Do not add (ignore) signal input to stored
chromatogram for Ch. B.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Figure 21. Configuration switch.
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Setup
Configuration Switch
Switches 1 and 2 affect the beeper operation.
The remaining four switches combine to specify either a test mode or
normal operation for each channel. The test mode provides service techni
cians with a diagnostic tool to show the effects of electrical noise on a
known test signal.
Switches 3 and 4 combine to specify either a test mode or normal opera
tion mode for Signal A.
Switches 5 and 6 combine to specify either a test mode or normal opera
tion mode for signal B.
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Computer Connection
Computer Connection
Overview
The HP 35900E and the host computer are connected through a Modular
I/O (MIO) card. This type of removable card allows you to configure the
HP 35900E with the correct type of link to communicate with your host
computer. The HP 35900E can transfer and receive data from any MIO
compliant card regardless of the type of connection the card has with the
host computer.
The HP 35900E presently supports the following MIO cards for host com
munications:
D
HPIB/RS232
D
TCP/IP LAN (network)
The HPIB/RS232 MIO card requires configuration before use. If this
card is used with the HP 35900E, proceed to the next section for instruc
tions on configuration. After this card is configured, review the sections
Installing the Communication Card" and Connecting to Host
Computer."
Handling the MIO Card
Caution
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The MIO card is staticsensitive and should be handled with static safe
procedures to avoid damage. When handling the board, use the following
precautions:
D
Use antistatic equipment during installation, such as a grounding
mat and wrist strap.
D
Hold the board by its edges.
D
Do not touch the board's electrical components, or edge connectors.
Computer Connection
Configuring an HPIB/RS232 MIO Card
Configuring an HPIB/RS232 MIO Card
The HPIB/RS232 MIO card allows the host computer to communicate
with the HP 35900E through either an RS232 or an HPIB connection.
By setting the configuration switches on the card you can configure the
type of connection desired. Typically, the HP 35900E is used in HPIB
mode when connected to HP LC and HP GC ChemStations running on
a PC.
If necessary, the board switch settings can be inspected or changed by
removing the board from the rear of the unit. First, turn the unit off and
remove the power cord. Next, loosen the thumb screws on the back of the
unit and then pull on the back plate of the MIO card to remove it from the
unit.
Configuration for HPIB Operations
The HPIB/RS232 MIO card contains an 8 position configuration switch.
When the position 1 switch is set to OFF, the MIO card uses the HPIB
communication mode. In this mode, the ON switch position for switches 2
through 8 are defined in the following table and shown in figure 31.
1
ON
8
OFF
REAR
Figure 31. Factory default settings for HPIB.
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Computer Connection
Configuring an HPIB/RS232 MIO Card
Switch
ON Action
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
N/A
SRQ Enable
Add 16 to HPIB address
Add 8 to HPIB address
Add 4 to HPIB address
Add 2 to HPIB address
Add 1 to HPIB address
The factory default setting for this switch is shown in figure 31. Because
switch 1 is set to OFF, the board is in HPIB mode. Switch 3 indicates that
SRQ (Service Request) is enabled. Switches 5, 6 and 8 set to ON and
switches 4 and 7 set to OFF combine to form an HPIB instrument
address of 13 (0+8+4+0+1).
The most common reason for changing this switch setting is to avoid
HPIB address conflicts. Conflicts occur when two or more instruments
on the bus have identical HPIB addresses. To change the address when a
conflict exists, select a new address not used by any other instrument on
this HPIB bus. For example, to use 20 as the new address, set switches 4
and 6 ON and switches 5, 7, and 8 OFF (16+0+4+0+0=20).
Configuration for RS232 Operation
The HPIB/RS232 MIO card contains a single 8 position configuration
switch. When the position 1 switch is set to ON, the MIO card uses the
RS232 communication mode. In this mode, the ON switch positions for
switches 2 through 8 are defined in the following table.
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Computer Connection
Configuring an HPIB/RS232 MIO Card
Switch
ON Action
2
3
4
5
6, 7, 8
Handshake Enabled
Hardware Handshake (otherwise Software Handshake)
Parity Enable
Even parity (otherwise Odd Parity)
Baud rate (see below)
An example setting for this switch is shown in figure 32.
1
ON
8
OFF
REAR
Figure 32. Example settings for RS232.
Because switch 1 is set to ON, the board is in RS232 mode. Switch 2 set
to ON indicates that handshaking is enabled. With handshake enabled,
switch 3 set to OFF indicates software handshaking. Switch 4 set to ON
enables parity checking. Switch 5 set to OFF indicates odd parity.
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Computer Connection
Installing the Communication Card
Switches 6 through 8 combine to indicate baud rate. See the following
table for switch settings and their corresponding baud rates. Switches 6
and 8 set to ON and 7 set to OFF combine to form a RS232 baud rate of
9600 as shown in the table below.
Baud Rate
6
Switch
7
8
300
600
1200
2400
4800
9600
19,200
38,400
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
Installing the Communication Card
After you have configured your data communications card as described
above, you can install it in your HP 35900E.
1. When handling the board, observe the precautions mentioned on
page 31.
2. Remove the power supply cord from the rear of the unit.
3. Slide the MIO card into the back of the HP 35900E so that its two side
edges slide into the guide rails.
4. Slide the card in until you feel it seat in the connector at the rear of
the slot.
5. Secure the card with the two thumb screws provided on the card.
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Computer Connection
Connecting to Host Computer (HPIB/RS232 MIO)
Connecting to Host Computer (HPIB/RS232 MIO)
The HP 35900E with a HPIB/RS232 MIO card installed has two host
connector types. Only one of these connectors can be used to connect to a
host computer at a time. Use the HPIB connector when attaching to a
host requiring HPIB communications. Use the RS232 connection when
the host uses this protocol.
MIO Communication card
Thumb screws
HPIB Communication Cables
HP Part Number
Description
Page
10833A
1 Meter
B-19
10833B
2 Meter
B-19
10833C
4 Meter
B-19
10833D
0.5 Meter
B-19
Figure 33. HPIB cable connection.
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Computer Connection
Connecting to Host Computer (HPIB/RS232 MIO)
HPIB Connection
1. Turn off the HP 35900E and the Host Computer.
2. Connect one end of a HP 10833A/B/C/D cable to the MIO card's HPIB
connector located on the rear of the HP 35900E.
3. Connect the other end of this cable to the HPIB connector on the host
computer or to a HPIB cable attached to another device on the HPIB
Bus that eventually terminates at the host computer.
HPIB length limits are up to 2 meters per device (the host computer is
one device) with a maximum of 20 meters.
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Computer Connection
Connecting to Network (TCP/IP MIO)
Connecting to Network (TCP/IP MIO)
The HP 35900E with a TCP/IP MIO card installed has two Ethernet IEEE
802.3 connector types:
D
BNC (thin Ethernet coaxial cable)
D
RJ45 (twistedpair cable)
Before attaching the HP 35900E to the network, the TCP/IP interface
card must be installed in the HP 35900E and the network must be opera
tional.
MIO Communication card
Thumb screws
RJ45
BNC
Figure 34. Network connection.
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Instrument Connection
Instrument Connection
Analog Input (Signal) Connection
The signal must be within the range of -18 millivolts to 1 volt. A simple
voltage divider resistor network may be used to attenuate larger signals to
this range. Each input has three pins to which the high (+) and low (-)
sides of the signal and the shield are connected.
Use an instrumentspecific cable whenever possible. Use a general purpose
cable in those cases where a custom cable is not available. Appendix B
lists pin assignments for all cables.
1. Turn off the power to the instrument supplying the analog output
signal.
2. For instrumentspecific cables Connect one end of the cable to
the instrument's analog output using the instrument manufacturer's
instructions.
Caution
For correct operation of the HP 35900E, the input voltage must be in the
range of -18mv to +1V. Voltages below -10V or above +10V may dam
age the instrument.
For general purpose cables Use the pin assignments shown on
page B1, and the instrument manufacturer's instructions to connect
the two signal wires and ground to the instrument.
3. Connect the cable to the appropriate (A or B) analog input on the rear
panel of the HP 35900E.
4. If needed, repeat for the other channel.
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Instrument Connection
Analog Input (Signal) Connection
Analog Input Channel A
Analog Input Channel B
Analog Signal Cables
3590060570
HP 5880 Gas Chromatograph
Pinouts
Page
B-2
3590060590
HP 5790A Gas Chromatograph
B-2
3590060630
General Purpose Spade Lugs (12 M)
B-1
3590060900
General Purpose Spade Lugs (5 M)
B-1
3590060910
General Purpose Spade Lugs (15 M)
B-1
3590060610
HP 5890A Gas Chromatograph
B-4
3590060640
Specialpurpose square pin
B-5
3590060620
HP 5710/30 GC and HP 1081B UV
B-4
3590060600
HP 1090 Series and HP 1040M DAD
B-3
3590060750
HP 1050 and HP 1046A Fluorescence det.
B-5
HP Part Number
Figure 41
Description
Analog signal cables.
42
Instrument Connection
Remote Control Connection
Remote Control Connection
Use an instrumentspecific cable whenever possible. Use a general purpose
cable for equipment not listed in the figure below. Appendix B lists pin
assignments for all cables.
Channel A
Channel B
Remote Control Cables
HP Part Number
Description
3590060670
General Purpose Spade Lugs (2 M)
B-6
3590060920
General Purpose Spade Lugs (5 M)
B-6
3590060930
General Purpose Spade Lugs (15 M)
B-6
3590060800
General Purpose Use H" cable
B-7
3590060700
HP 5890A Gas Chromatograph
HP 7673A Sampler
B-8
3590060710
HP 1090A/L Liquid Chromatograph
B-9
50613378
HP 1046A Fluorescence Detector;
HP 1050A Series
B-10
3590060860
HP 19395A/HP 5890/HP 35900
B-11
3590060660
HP 5700 Series Gas Chromatograph
B-11
3590060970
HP 5890A GC/HP 7673A Sampler/
HP 35900 System
B-12
Figure 42. Remote control cables.
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Page
Instrument Connection
Remote Control Connection
1. Turn off the power to both the HP 35900E and the instrument con
taining the remote start/stop contacts.
2. For instrumentspecific cables Connect one end of the cable to
the instrument's remote control connector using the instrument
manufacturer's instructions.
For general purpose cables Use the pin assignments shown on
page B6, and the instrument manufacturer's instructions to connect
the wires to the instrument's remote control contacts. The following
notes apply to a general purpose connection:
START and STOP lines are used for both input and output. As
input, a 10 msec or longer pulse of TTL low(<0.8V) is required.
As output, a 120 msec TTL low pulse is sent.
READY line is both input and output. TTL low indicates not ready.
POWER ON line is shorted to ground when power is off. It is TTL
high (>2V) when power is on.
3. Connect the cable to the appropriate (A or B) remote control connector
on the rear of the HP 35900E.
4. If needed, repeat for the other channel.
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Instrument Connection
Digital I/O Connection
Remote Control Bus Pin Definitions
Pin
Signal Name
Description
1
Digital Ground
2
Prepare*
Pulsed low to request prepare for analysis (e.g., calibrate
detector, turn on lamp, etc.).
3
Start*
Pulsed low to signal that run has started (begin integration,
temperature program, etc.).
4
Shut Down
Low level indicates that system has a serious problem
(e.g., leak: stop pump).
5
Reserved
6
Power On
High level indicates that all instruments connected to the
system are switched on.
7
Ready
HIgh level indicates that system is ready for next analysis
(sequence may continue).
8
Stop*
Pulsed low to signal end of run; all modules should go to
ready state as soon as possible.
9
Start Request*
Pulsed low to request start of injection cycle, (auto
sampler signals START at time of injection).
* Input signals must be TTL low pulses (or contact closures to ground) with a duration of at least 10 msec; output
signals are TTL low pulses with a duration of approximately 120 msec.
Digital I/O Connection
Each channel has a 25 pin female connector with 16 signal lines. Of the
16, eight are bidirectional input/output signals (for such functions as valve
control) and the remaining eight lines are inputonly signals (for such
functions as reading bottlenumber inputs).
A Y" adapter cable (figure 43) is available to route the 16 digital I/O
signals to two 9pin connectors. This cable takes the wires from the 8 digi
tal I/O signals in the 25 pin connector and routes them to the 9 pin female
connector labeled A", and the 8 digital input only signals and routes them
to the 9 pin female connector labeled B".
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Instrument Connection
Digital I/O Connection
Channel A
(setup identical to Channel B)
C
Channel B
8 lines of digital I/O
A
Digital I/O Adaptor Cable
HP Part No. 3590060960
Digital I/O Cables
HP Part No.
Description
3590060670
General Purpose
Spade Lugs (2 M)
General Purpose
Spade Lugs (5 M)
General Purpose
Spade Lugs (15 M)
MetraByte 8
channel relay box
3590060920
3590060930
3590060940
8 lines of digital
input only
B
Bottle Number Cables
Page
HP Part No.
Description
Page
B-6
3590060670
B-13
B-6
3590060920
B-6
3590060930
B-16
3590060840
General Purpose
Spade Lugs (2 M)
General Purpose
Spade Lugs (5 M)
General Purpose
Spade Lugs (15 M)
Sample Number
from HP 19395A
From HP 1050
Series LC or
HP 7673
3590060850
B-13
B-13
B-14
B-15
Figure 43. Digital I/O cables.
46
Instrument Connection
Digital I/O Connection
Use an instrumentspecific cable whenever possible. Use a general purpose
cable for equipment not listed in figure 43. Appendix B lists pin assign
ments for all cables.
1. Turn off the power to both the HP 35900E and the instrument con
taining the digital I/O connections.
2. Attach the Y" adapter cable's 25 pin connector labeled C" to the
appropriate channel's digital I/O connector on the rear of the
HP 35900E.
3. For instrumentspecific cables Connect one end of the cable to
the instrument's digital I/O connector using the instrument manufac
turer's instructions.
For general purpose cables Use the pin assignments shown on
page B6 for connector A" or B", and follow the instrument manufac
turer's instructions to connect to the instrument's digital I/O.
4. Connect each instrument's digital I/O cables to the Y" adapter cable's
A" and B" 9 pin female connectors. Note that the Y" cables B" con
nector is for bottle number type digital input and its A" connector is
for digital I/O used to control relays.
5. If needed, repeat for the other channel.
47
Instrument Connection
Instrument Control Port Connection
Instrument Control Port Connection
Attach one end of the RS232C cable to the channel A or B instrument
port and the other end to the instrument. Appendix B lists pin assign
ments for all cables.
RS232 Connection
HP Part Number
3590060980
Figure 44
Description
HP 5890 or HP 7673
Page
B-18
Instrument control port connection.
48
5
HP 35900E Startup
HP 35900E Startup
PreRun Checklist
Before using the HP 35900E with the operating software on the host com
puter, make sure you have completed the following:
Rear Panel configuration switches 3 through 6 are DOWN (normal
operation)
MIO card is correctly configured for host computer communications
MIO card connected to host computer or network
Analog signal cables connected
Remote control cables connected (if needed)
Digital I/O cables connected (if needed)
Power cord connected
HP 35900E Power Up
WARNING
The power cord must be connected to an outlet with a protective earth
contact to ground the unit and minimize shock hazard.
Power up the HP 35900E by pressing the line switch (lower left corner of
the front panel).
51
D
All front panel indicators should turn on for 1 to 2 seconds.
D
All indicators should turn off, except for POWER (on steadily) and
FAULT (blinks while selftests are performed).
D
After approximately 30 seconds, the FAULT indicator should turn off.
Some other indicators may turn on, depending on the instrument con
figuration.
35900E Startup
Verify HP 35900E is Ready for Operation
Verify HP 35900E is Ready for Operation
At power up, the HP 35900E automatically executes internal selftests to
determine the amount of memory installed and to verify that the main
processor, system memory, the MIO communication interface, and other
internal circuits are operating properly. These tests take about 30 seconds
for a 1MByte system. The FAULT light will blink ON/OFF during this
time.
When the HP 35900E has completed the internal selftests, verify that:
D
The FAULT lamp is OFF
D
The POWER indicator is ON.
D
No other indicators are blinking.
In Case of Difficulty
If the unit does not power up correctly, turn power OFF and check that
the MIO communication interface is properly installed, then turn power
ON to see if the fault is cleared. If the fault condition persists, contact
HewlettPackard for service.
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Appendix A
Specifications
Appendix A
Specifications
AnalogtoDigital Conversion
General Specifications
Processor:
Number of channels:
Type of A/D conversion:
Memory:
Electrical Specifications
Input signal voltage range:
Maximum (no damage):
Analog dynamic range:
Resolution:
Commonmode voltage:
DC input impedance:
Input noise:
Commonmode rejection:
Bandwidth:
Thermal drift:
Integral nonlinearity:
(monotonically guaranteed)
Conversion factor:
Area resolution:
A/D sampling rate:
RFI immunity:
A1
Motorola 68331 at 16.78 MHz
Two independent
Continuouslyintegrating dualslope, 100% area recovery
1 MB RAM (expandable to 8 MB RAM)
-18 mV to +1.0 V
"10 V
>140 dB (v 2 Hz) typical
24 bits
"100 V maximum, relative to instrument chassis
Differential:
33 MW, typical
8 MW, minimum
Commonmode:
500 MW, minimum
40 nV rms, typical (with input shorted)
150 nV rms, maximum
140 dB minimum, dc to 100 Hz
15 Hz
0.8 mV per _C, typical: 0_C to 35_C
1.7 mV per _C, typical: 35_C to 55_C
3.5 mV per _C, maximum: 0_C to 35_C
10 mV per _C, maximum: 35_C to 55_C
0.004% FS, typical
0.02% FS, maximum
10 nV per count ("3%)
65 nVsecond ("3%)
0.1 to 100 Hz
Maximum baseline shift of 50 mV with application of
up to 3 V/m of RF field strength from 26 MHz of
1000 MHz.
Appendix A Specifications
Run Control Specifications
Run Control Specifications
Remote Control
Remote Start/Stop/Ready:
Two independent connectors, open collector
TTL input/output
Digital I/O
Number of lines:
16 lines per channel (8 bidirectional, 8 input only)
I/O signal levels:
TTL level input, open collector outputs
Input common mode range:
0-5 V
Connectors:
Two 25pin female Dsubminiature connectors
Notes: 1. Differential ratings apply between the positive and negative input terminals.
2. The common mode ratings apply between both positive and negative input terminal and common
GROUND (instrument ground or chassis).
Host Communications Specifications
Modular Input/output (MIO) cards conform to MIO 5.0 specifications.
HP ChemServer Interface LAN MIO Card
Network type:
Ethernet
Protocol:
TCP/IP
Cable Requirements:
Thin Ethernet cable (thin coax [10 Base 2])
Twistedpair cable (unshielded/shielded [10 Base T])
HP GC and LC ChemStation Interface HPIB/RS232C MIO Card
Type of interface
HPIB
Communications protocol:
HPIB (HewlettPackard interface bus); conforms to
ASNI/IEEE488 standard
Type of interface:
RS232C
Baud rate
300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400
Transmission:
Full duplex
Parity:
Even, odd, none
Start bits:
One
Stop bits:
One
Pacing:
XON/XOFF both directions, hardware handshake
Connectors:
One standard 25pin male Dsubmineature connector
A2
Appendix A Specifications
Instrument Control Port Specifications
Instrument Control Port Specifications
Type of interface:
Baud rates:
Transmission:
Parity:
Start bits:
Stop bits:
Pacing:
Connectors:
RS232C
300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600
Full duplex
Even, odd, none
One
One, two
XON/XOFF both directions, hardware handshake
Two standard 9pin male Dsubmineature connectors
Physical Specifications
Mechanical
Size:
Weight:
Electrical
Line voltage range:
Line voltage fluctuations:
Line frequency range:
Line power consumption:
Safety classification:
Safety installation category:
Environmental
Heat dissipation:
Temperature ranges:
Humidity:
Altitude:
Safety Pollution degree:
A3
325 mm (12.8 in.) wide
285 mm (11.2 in.) deep
104 mm (4.1 in.) high
4.1 kg (9 lbs)
115 V setting "10%; for 230 V setting "10%
"10% maximum
50 Hz "5%, 60 Hz " 5%
Nominal:
35 VA
Maximum:
135 VA
IEC safety Class 1
IEC overvoltage category II
Nominal:
137 Btu/hr
Maximum:
205 Btu/hr
Operating:
5_C to +40_C
0% to 80% (noncondensing)
2,000 meters maximum
IEC pollution degree 2
Appendix B
Cabling
Appendix B
Cabling
Overview
This section provides cable diagrams for the analog signal, remote control,
and bottle number cables that work with the HP 35900E.
Analog Signal Cables
HP Part Number
3590060630 (12 M)
3590060900 (5 M)
3590060910 (15 M)
Instrument Use
General Purpose Use-Spade Lugs
General Purpose Use-Spade Lugs
General Purpose Use-Spade Lugs
1
2
1
2
3
Connector 1
B1
Signal Name
Connector 2
1
Shield
Orange
2
Signal -
Black
3
Signal +
Red
Appendix B Cabling
Analog Signal Cables
HP Part Number
3590060570
Instrument Use
HP 5880 Gas Chromatograph
1
2
1
2
3
Connector 1
Signal Name
Connector 2
1
Shield
Orange
2
Signal -
Black
3
Signal +
Red
HP Part Number
3590060590
Instrument Use
HP 5790A Gas Chromatograph
1
2
1
2
3
Connector 1
Signal Name
Connector 2
1
Shield
Orange
2
Signal -
Black
3
Signal +
Red
B2
Appendix B Cabling
Analog Signal Cables
HP Part Number
3590060600
Instrument Use
HP 1090A/L Liquid Chromatograph;
HP 1040A Diode Array Detector
1
2
1
1
2
3
8
Connector 1
B3
Signal Name
Connector 2
1
Shield
1
2
Signal -
5
3
Signal +
3
Jumper
4, 6
Appendix B Cabling
Analog Signal Cables
HP Part Number
3590060610
Instrument Use
HP 5890A Gas Chromatograph
1
2
5
3
1
1
2
3
6
4
2
No Connections
Connector 1
Signal Name
Connector 2
1
Shield
5
2
Signal -
1
3
Signal +
3
HP Part Number
3590060620
Instrument Use
HP 5710/30 Gas Chromatograph;
HP 1081B UV Detector
1
2
1
2
3
B
D
Connector 1
Signal Name
A
H
E
Connector 2
1
Shield
E
2
Signal -
B
3
Signal +
H
B4
Appendix B Cabling
Analog Signal Cables
HP Part Number
3590060640
Instrument Use
For Special Purpose Square-Pins
1
2
1
2
3
Connector 1
Signal Name
Connector 2
1
Shield
Orange
2
Signal -
Black
3
Signal +
Red
HP Part Number
3590060750
Instrument Use
HP 1046A Fluorescence Detector;
HP 1050 Series
1
2
1
2
3
Connector 1
B5
Signal Name
Connector 2
2
Signal -
Shield
3
Signal +
Center
Appendix B Cabling
Remote Control
Remote Control
HP Part Number
3590060670 (2 M)
3590060920 (5 M)
3590060930 (15 M)
Instrument Use
General Purpose Use-Spade Lugs
General Purpose Use-Spade Lugs
General Purpose Use-Spade Lugs
1
6
9
2
1
5
Note: When used for remote control, this cable attaches
directly to APG remote port on back of HP 35900E. When
used for digital I/O or Bottle Numbers, the Digital I/O
Adaptor Cable (page B-17) must be used to connect to
the HP 35900E.
Connector 1
Connector 2
Remote Signal
1
Black
GND
2
White
Prepare
3
Red
Start
4
Green
Shut Down
5
Brown
Reserved
6
Blue
Power On
7
Orange
Ready
8
Yellow
Stop
9
Violet
Start Request
-
Black Tubing
Shield
B6
Appendix B Cabling
Remote Control Cables
Remote Control Cables
HP Part Number
3590060800
Instrument Use
General Purpose Use
1
6
9
5
male
1
6
1
6
9
5
9
5
male
female
1
6
9
5
All Connectors
B7
Signal Name
1
Ground
2
Prepare
3
Start
4
Shutdown
5
Reserved
6
Power On
7
Ready
8
Stop
9
Start Request
female
Appendix B Cabling
Remote Control Cables
HP Part Number
3590060700
Instrument Use
HP 5890A Gas Chromatograph
HP 7673A Sampler
1
6
9
2
1
2
1
5
12
11
Connector 1
Signal Name
Connector 2
1
Ground
4
3
Start
8
7
Ready
5
-
Jumper
1, 10
Jumper
2, 6
-
Jumper
7, 11
B8
Appendix B Cabling
Remote Control Cables
HP Part Number
3590060710
Instrument Use
HP 1090A/L Liquid Chromatograph
1
2
1
6
9
1
5
8
Connector 1
B9
Signal Name
Connector 2
1
Ground
1, 8
3
Start
4
7
Ready
3
8
Stop
6
Appendix B Cabling
Remote Control Cables
HP Part Number
50613378
Instrument Use
HP 1046A Fluorescence Detector;
HP 1050A Series
1
6
9
2
1
1
5
5
Connector 1
Signal Name
6
9
Connector 2
1
Ground
1
2
Prepare
2
3
Start
3
4
Shutdown
4
5
Reserved
5
6
Power On
6
7
Ready
7
8
Stop
8
9
Start Request
9
B10
Appendix B Cabling
Remote Control Cables
HP Part Number
3590060860
Instrument Use
HP 19395A/HP 5890/HP 35900 System
1
6
9
2
1
3
6
5
4
1
Signal Name
Connector 1
Connector 2
Ground
1
3, 6
Start
3
5
Start Request
9
4
HP Part Number
3590060660
Instrument Use
HP 5710/30, HP 5790 Gas Chromatograph
1
6
9
1
B
D
5
Signal Name
B11
2
Connector 1
Connector 2
Ground
1
E
Start
3
B
Ready
7
A
A
H
E
Appendix B Cabling
Remote Control Cables
HP Part Number
3590060970
Instrument Use
HP 7673A Sampler
HP 5890A Gas Chromatograph
HP 35900 System
HP 35900
1
6
9
HP 7673
5
2
1
12
11
2
1
12
11
HP 5890
HP 7673
Pin #/Description
HP 5890
Pin #/Description
1
-
9
-
2
-
2
Ground
2
Ground
1
Ground
3
-
3
Jumper to Pin 4
6
-
4
-
4
Jumper to Pin 3
4
-
5
Jumper to Pin 8
5
Jumper to Pin 8
5
-
6
Ready Out
6
Ready Out
7
Ready
7
Start Out
1
Start In
3
Start
8
Jumper to Pin 5
8
Jumper to Pin 5
8
-
9
-
7
Start Out
9
Start Rqst
10
Jumper to Pin 11
10
Jumper to Pin 11
11
Jumper to Pin 10
11
Jumper to Pin 10
12
-
12
-
HP 35900
Pin #/Description
B12
Appendix B Cabling
Bottle Number Cables
Bottle Number Cables
HP Part Number
3590060670 (2 M)
3590060920 (5 M)
3590060930 (15 M)
Instrument Use
General Purpose Use-Spade Lugs
General Purpose Use-Spade Lugs
General Purpose Use-Spade Lugs
1
6
9
2
1
5
Note: When used for remote control, this cable attaches
directly to APG remote port on back of HP 35900E. When
used for digital I/O or Bottle Numbers, the Digital I/O
Adaptor Cable (page B-17) must be used to connect to
the HP 35900E.
Connector 1
B13
Signal Name
Connector 2
1
Ground
Black
2
BCD 1
White
3
BCD 2
Red
4
BCD 4
Green
5
BCD 8
Brown
9
7
BCD 10
BCD 20
Violet
Orange
8
BCD 40
Yellow
6
-
BCD 80
Shield
Blue
Black Tubing
Appendix B Cabling
Bottle Number Cables
HP Part Number
3590060840
Instrument Use
Sample Number Cable from HP 19395A
1
2
14
6
9
1
1
5
25
13
Note: Also requires the Digital I/O
Adaptor Cable (page B-17).
Connector 1
Signal Name
Connector 2
2
BCD 1
1
3
BCD 2
2
4
BCD 4
3
5
BCD 8
4
9
BCD 10
5
7
BCD 20
6
8
BCD 40
7
6
BCD 80
7
1
Ground
7
B14
Appendix B Cabling
Bottle Number Cables
HP Part Number
3590060850
Instrument Use
HP 1050 Series Liquid Chromatograph
1
6
9
2
8
1
5
1
Note: Also requires the Digital I/O
Adaptor Cable (page B-17).
Connector 1
B15
Signal Name
Connector 2
2
BCD 1
5
3
BCD 2
8
4
BCD 4
7
5
BCD 8
6
9
BCD 10
4
7
BCD 20
1
8
BCD 40
3
6
BCD 80
2
1
Ground
9
15
9
Appendix B Cabling
Digital I/O Cables
Digital I/O Cables
HP Part Number
3590060940
Instrument Use
Special Cable for use with Omega /
MetraByte eight channel relay box
1
2
13
6
9
25
1
5
1
14
Note: Also requires the Digital I/O
Adaptor Cable (page B-17).
Connector 1
Connector 2
1
Black
11
2
White
10
3
Red
9
4
Green
5
Brown
8
7
6
Blue
6
7
Orange
5
8
Yellow
4
9
Violet
3
B16
Appendix B Cabling
Digital I/O Adaptor Cable
Digital I/O Adaptor Cable
HP Part Number 3590060960
Note 3
25
A
A
13
1
6
9
5
C
C
1
6
B
B
9
1
5
Note 2
Connect to HP 35900E
Digital I/O Port
Digital I/O (Connector A)
Connector C
2
Signal
Name
Ground
Bottle Number (Connector B)
Connector A
Connector C
1
9
Signal
Name
Ground
Connector B
1
15
BCD 100
2
22
BCD 1
2
3
BCD 200
3
10
BCD 2
3
16
BCD 400
4
23
BCD 4
4
4
BCD 800
5
11
BCD 8
5
17
BCD 1000
9
24
BCD 10
9
5
18
BCD 2000
12
BCD 20
7
BCD 4000
7
8
25
BCD 40
8
6
BCD 8000
6
13
BCD 80
6
Notes: 1. Connector C pins 1, 7, 8, 14, 19, 20, 21 are not used.
2. Connection for digital input only such as bottle number.
3. Connection for digital I/O cables.
B17
14
Appendix B Cabling
Instrument Control Port Cable
Instrument Control Port Cable
HP Part Number
3590060980
Instrument Use
HP 35900E to
HP 5890 or HP 7673
13
6
9
25
1
5
1
Female
14
Female
HP 35900C
Connector Pin
Signal
Name
1
Carrier Detect
2
Receive Data
3
Transmit Data
4
Data Terminal Ready
5
Signal Ground
6
Data Set Ready
7
Request to Send
8
Clear to Send
9
Ring Detect
B18
Appendix B Cabling
HPIB Communications Cable
HPIB Communications Cable
13
24
1
12
1
12
13
24
10833A
10833B
Pin
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
B19
1 Meter
2 Meter
10833C
10833D
Signal
D101
D102
D103
D104
EOI
DAV
NRFD
NDAC
IFC
SRQ
ATN
SHIELD
D105
D106
D107
D108
REN
P/O TWISTED PAIR
P/O TWISTED PAIR
P/O TWISTED PAIR
P/O TWISTED PAIR
P/O TWISTED PAIR
P/O TWISTED PAIR
SIGNAL GROUND
4 Meter
0.5 Meter
Name
End or iIdentify
Data Valid
Not REady for Data
Not Data Accepted
Interface Clear
Service Request
Attention
WITH
WITH
WITH
WITH
WITH
WITH
6
7
8
9
10
11
Remote Enable
Copyright E 1994
HewlettPackard
Printed in USA 1/94
HP Part Number
3590090400
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