Segmented Matrix

A segmented matrix is one in which groups of lines on an axis are served by separate sets of isolation switches on the opposing axis.

When operated by functions such as:

• PIPLX_OpBit

• PIPLX_WriteSub

• PIPLX_OpCrosspoint

isolation switching is handled automatically by the driver, and the sub-unit's internal structure is immaterial to a user; use of PIL_OpSwitch however requires an understanding of this.

Examples of segmented matrix types:

• 40-725-511: 8 x 9, segmented on both axes

• 40-726-751-LT: 12 x 8, segmented on both axes, with loopthru on Y-axis only

• 40-560-021: 50 x 8 specimen BRIC configuration, segmented on X-axis (Y-isolation only)