D3/D4 USER MANUAL

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1 RECEIVER PART IDENTIFICATION

2 ITA PART IDENTIFICATION

3 RECEIVER AND ITA ENGAGEMENT

4 RECEIVER MOUNTING

5 90 SERIES MODULE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL

6 ICON SERIES MODULE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL

7 90 SERIES MODULE STRAIN RELIEF ASSEMBLY

8 ICON SERIES MODULE STRAIN RELIEF ASSEMBLY

9 REVERSE MODULE FUNCTIONALITY

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RECEIVER PART IDENTIFICATION

PART # 310 131 101

NOTE: The D3/D4 receiver can be configured with (3) 90 Series modules
or (4) iCon modules, depending on the application.

PARTS OF THE RECEIVER

Identifying the top of the receiver frame is important when

installing modules. Optimum performance and mating life is
achieved when pin location 1 of the module is installed on top.
Regardless of the frame's orientation, vertical or horizontal, the top
is always the side that has module installation concentric screw
holes inset in the frame. The bottom side has horseshoe shaped
holes (Figure D).

2. The module installation side of the frame is the grooved face of

Figure A. Grooved face of the receiver frame. Mating face for 90 Series
the frame (Figure A). The mounting screw holes are on the top,
modules.
bottom, and sides of the receiver.

3. Both 90 Series modules and iCon Series modules are installed from
this side. The grooved side is also the mating face of the receiver
frame when 90 Series modules are installed. Patchcords or wiring,
will exit on the opposite side.

4. The mating face of the receiver is the smooth side of the frame
(Figure B). Note the mounting screw hole exits on this side. This is
the mating face of the receiver when iCon modules are installed.
Patchcords or wiring, will exit on the opposite side.

NOTE: More information on module installation is provided on

pages 5 & 6.

5. The D3/D4 receiver is equipped with guide bushings (Figure C).

These bushings accept the guide pins of the ITA frame. Note that
the guide bushings are offset to provide polarization of the frames Figure B. Smooth face of the receiver frame. Mating face for iCon Series
when mating. modules.

6. In each corner, the receiver frame is equipped with a stainless

bushing. These bushings are designed to move, or “float,” with a
radius of 0.020" [0.51 mm]. This movement account for any float
movement when the two frames are being engaged.

GUIDE BUSHINGS

Horseshoe
shaped holes Figure C. The receiver bushings are slightly offset to prevent mismatched
Concentric engagement with ITA frame.
screw holes
Figure D.
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ITA PART IDENTIFICATION

PART # 410 131 101

PARTS OF THE ITA

1. Identifying the top of the ITA frame is important when

installing modules. Optimum performance and mating life
is achieved when pin location 1 of the module is installed
on top. Regardless of the frames orientation, vertical or
horizontal, the top is always the side that has concentric
screw holes inset in the frame for use to install modules.
The bottom side has horseshoe shaped holes (Figure C).

2. The module installation side of the ITA frame is the

grooved face of the frame. Note the mounting screw holes
on the top, bottom, and sides of the ITA(Figure B). Both
90 series modules and the iCon modules will be installed
Figure A. Smooth face of the ITA frame
on this side.

3. To mating side of the ITA frame is the smooth side (Figure

A). The guide pins are visible on this side, also. This is the
mating face for both 90 Series modules and iCon modules.

NOTE: More information on module installation is provided on

pages 5 & 6.

Figure B. Grooved face of the ITA frame.

Horseshoe
shaped holes
Concentric
screw holes

Figure C.

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RECEIVER AND ITA ENGAGEMENT

PART # 310 131 10, 410 131 101

PREPARING FRAMES FOR ENGAGEMENT

1. Align the ITA guide pins with the receiver’s guide bushings.

2. Push the ITA onto the receiver.

3. When configuring the engagement settings for a test

interface, it is good practice to leave a small gap between
the ITA and receiver frame when in the fully mated position.
This gap will prevent the frames from making contact
during each mating cycle, thus reducing unnecessary wear
and friction. VPC recommends a maximum gap distance of
0.025” [.635 mm].

NOTE: The guide bushings are offset to provide polarization of

the frames to prevent engagement mismatch.

NOTE: For optimum performance and system longevity,

distributing the load evenly in all interfaces.

NOTE: To determine the maximum mating force for your Figure A. The ITA and Receiver Disengaged
configuration, VPC recommends contacting a VPC Field
Application Engineer. To contact a Field Application Engineer,
please click here.

Figure B. The ITA and Receiver Fully Engaged

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RECEIVER MOUNTING
PART # 310 131 101

TOOLS REQUIRED
Phillips Head Screwdriver

MOUNTING
1. Prepare the mounting surface using the dimensions
provided in Figure A.

2. Attach the D3/D4 receiver to the panel with the provided

M3 Phillips head screws.

3. Torque the screws to 2 in-lbs [0.23 Nm].

4. The D3/D4 receiver frame is designed to be used in a

modular configuration. As long as the minimum distances
between frames are observed, multiple receiver frames
can be engaged simultaneously as a single test interface.
These frames can be placed adjacent to one another in
horizontal or vertical configurations.

176.02
6.930
MIN

5.08
.200

29.72
64.52
69.09 1.170
2.540
2.720
MIN 54.36 2.54 64.52
2.140 1.52 2.540
4X R.100
.060

15.24
.600

6.35
4X R.250
MAX 5.59
4X R.220
4X M3X0.5 - 6H .35 MIN MAX
(THREADED INSERT ACCEPTABLE)
10.16 151.13
.400 5.950
TOLERANCES ARE:
5.08 .XX = (.25).01
.200 .XXX= (.13).005
161.29 UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
6.350
171.45
6.750

Figure A. Recommended panel cutout.

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90 SERIES MODULE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL

PART # 310 131 101, 410 131 101

MODULE MOUNTING SCREW

TOOLS REQUIRED
3/32" Allen wrench or balldriver

ITA AND RECEIVER MODULE INSTALLATION

NOTE For information on locating the top and bottom of the ITA and
receiver frame and which side is the module installation side, reference
pages 1 & 2.

1. Locate pin 1 of the module. Each module has a specific pin 1 indicator
to ensure that the module is positioned correctly. For optimum
performance and cycle life install pin 1 at the top of the frame.

2. Place the module in the receiver or ITA frame until the upper and lower
module screws touch the mating holes in the inner frame.
RECEIVER FRAME

3. Using a 3/32" Allen wrench or balldriver, tighten the top screw while
Figure A. D3/D4 receiver and 90 Series receiver module.
pushing lightly against the face of the module until the screw is seated.

4. Maintain this pressure while tightening the bottom screw until the
MODULE MOUNTING SCREW
screw is seated.

5. Torque both screws 1.5 in-lbs. [0.16 Nm].

MODULE REMOVAL
1. To remove the module, simply reverse the installation process by
loosening the screws.

ITA FRAME

Figure B. D3/D4 ITA and 90 Series ITA module.

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ICON SERIES MODULE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL

PART # 310 131 101, 410 131 101

TOOLS REQUIRED
Phillips Head screwdriver

ITA AND RECEIVER MODULE INSTALLATION

NOTE For information on locating the top and bottom of the ITA and
receiver frame and which side is the module installation side, reference
pages 1 & 2.

1. Locate pin 1 of the module. Each module has a specific pin 1 indicator
to ensure that the module is positioned correctly. For optimum
performance and cycle life install pin 1 at the top of the frame.

2. Using a Phillips Head screwdriver, tighten the top screw while pushing
lightly against the face of the module until the screw is seated.
Figure A. D3/D4 receiver and iCon receiver module.
3. Maintain this pressure while tightening the bottom screw until the
screw is seated.

4. Torque both screws 1.5 in-lbs. [0.16 Nm].

MODULE REMOVAL
1. To remove the module, simply reverse the installation process by
loosening the screws.

Figure B. D3/D4 ITA and iCon ITA module.

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90 SERIES RECEIVER MODULE STRAIN RELIEF ASSEMBLY

PART # 510 150 115, 510 109 349

GROOVE
Strain relief plates are designed to absorb the majority of the force put on
module cables and wiring in an interface configuration. Relieving the strain
on wiring helps to keep terminations intact and reduce wire wear.
Each strain relief plate allows for a variety of wire spacing options. Zip
ties are used to secure wires to the strain relief plate snugly, but without
force. For more information on strain relief, consult VPC's Strain Relief User
Manual, available on vpc.com.

TOOLS REQUIRED
Phillips Head Screwdriver

ASSEMBLY
1. Observe the groove indentations on each side of the module. (Figure A).
This grooved indentation is where the strain relief and the module will
interlock.

2. Separately, slide each half of the strain relief plate into the grooved Figure A. View of grooved indentations on part #510 150 115.
indentations. Using a Phillips head screwdriver, fasten the provided 4-40
screws into place (Figure B) to assemble the strain relief plate.

3. Torque screws to 2 in-lbs [0.23 Nm].

4. The module can now be mounted to the receiver as one assembly.

THE INSTRUCTIONS ABOVE ARE INTENDED ONLY FOR

THE PART #'S PROVIDED. BE SURE TO REVIEW THE
INSTRUCTIONS IN THE PRODUCT DRAWING OR STRAIN
RELIEF USER MANUAL FOR YOUR STRAIN RELIEF PLATE,
AS STRAIN RELIEF INSTRUCTIONS MAY VARY BY MODULE.

Figure B. Fitting of strain relief plate to module part #510 150 115.

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ICON RECEIVER MODULE STRAIN RELIEF ASSEMBLY

PART # 310 131 101, 310 113 531, 310 113 582

TOOLS REQUIRED
Phillips Head Screwdriver

ASSEMBLY
1. Using a Phillips head screwdriver, fasten the strain relief to the back
(wiring) side of the D3/D4 receiver with the two 2-56 screws provided
(Figure A). All strain relief plates for iCon Series modules fasten directly to
the receiver instead of the module.

2. Torque screws to 2 in-lbs [0.23 Nm].

3. Use the zip ties included with the strain relief plate to attach wiring to
the plate.

NOTE: Two 2-56 nuts are included with the strain relief plate; however,
they are not required for this application. The screws will enter the tapped
mounting screw holes instead.

NOTE: If using 8 AWG or 10 AWG wire, the iCon Strain Relief Stand-Off Kit,
Figure A.
p/n 310113582, will be required. Install patchcords into module before
attaching strain relief.

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REVERSE MODULE FUNCTIONALITY

PART # 410 131 101

TOOLS REQUIRED
9/64" Allen wrench or balldriver

GUIDE PIN SCREW

NOTE: In some specific applications or system builds, using VPC modules in
reverse functionality can be helpful. Reverse functionality is defined as using
ITA modules in a receiver frame and vice versa. This page provides instructions
for swapping the guide pins on the ITA frame of the D3/D4. This adjustment
is necessary if using the iDock D3/D4 with reverse functionality and 90 Series
modules only. If using the D3/D4 with reverse functionality with iSeries
modules, this adjustment is not needed. GUIDE PIN

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Locate the guide pin screws on the D3/D4 ITA frame (Figure A) and use a
9/64" Allen wrench or balldriver to loosen the guide pin screws.

2. Remove the guide pins, screws, and washers from the ITA (Figure B) and Figure A. D3/D4 ITA.
flip direction of hardware. The guide pin screws should now be facing the
same direction as the mounting screws (Figure C). Make sure the guide
pins are fully seated to properly reattach them to the frame.

3. Tighten the guide pin screws while pushing lightly against the face of the
frame until the screws are seated.

4. Torque both screws to 1.5 in-lbs [0.16 Nm].

GUIDE PIN
6. Now the ITA frame is ready to be loaded with the 90 Series receiver
GUIDE PIN
modules for your application. Follow the instructions on page 5 of this SCREW
manual for module installation.

NOTE: Be sure to use the correct contacts in the corresponding modules. For
example, ITA contacts in ITA modules.

Figure B. D3/D4 ITA with guide pins and guide pin screws removed.

GUIDE PIN
SCREW
GUIDE PIN

GUIDE PIN
SCREW

GUIDE PIN

Figure C. D3/D4 ITA with guide pins and guide pin screws flipped, Figure D. D3/D4 ITA with reversed guide pins.
removed and ready to insert and tighten.
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