Ver.1.11 Non-isolation type low price high precision analog I/O board for Low Profile PCI ADA16-8/2(LPCI)L This product is a PCI-compliant interface board that incorporates high-precision analog inputs, high-precision analog outputs, digital inputs, digital outputs, and a counter function. The board can make your space-saving PC into a cost-effective analog input/output system. You can use the driver library (API-PAC(W32)) supplied with the board to write Windows application programs in any programming language (such as Visual Basic, Visual C++, etc.) that supports the calling of Win32 API functions. It can also collect data easily without a program when the data logger software [C-LOGGER] stored on the attached CD-ROM is used. With plug-ins for the dedicated libraries, the board also supports MATLAB and LabVIEW. * Specifications, color and design of the products are subject to change without notice. Features Specification Rich set of basic functions (1/2) Compact system providing high-precision analog Item Specification Analog input inputs/outputs. Isolated specification Unisolated This product is a control single of analog input(16bits, 8ch), Input type Single-Ended Input analog output(16bit, 2ch), analog I/O. Number of input channels 8ch Input range Bipolar ±10V Digital inputs (four channels), digital outputs (four channels), Absolute max. input ±20V and a counter (32-bit one channel). voltage Input impedance 1MΩ or more Resolution 16bit Substantial control functions Non-Linearity error *1*2 ±5LSB Capable of analog input/output in either time-based mode or Conversion speed 10μsec/ch external-signal synchronous mode. Buffer memory 1k Word Conversion start trigger Software / external trigger Conversion stop trigger Number of sampling times / external trigger/software Filter function facilitating external signal connection External start signal TTL level (Rising or falling edge can be selected by software) Digital filters provided for external control analog I/O signals, Digital filter (1μsec can be selected by software) preventing chattering External stop signal TTL level (Rising or falling edge can be selected by software) Digital filter (1μsec can be selected by software) External clock signal TTL level (Rising or falling edge can be selected by software) Buffer memory Analog output The analog inputs and outputs each have their own buffer Isolated specification Unisolated Number of output 2ch memory. channels You can also perform analog input and output in the Output range Bipolar ±10V Absolute max. input ±3mA background, independent of software and the current status of currency the PC. Output impedance 1Ω or less Resolution 16bit Non-Linearity error *1 ±5LSB Software-based calibration function Conversion speed 10μsec Calibration of analog input/output can be all performed by Buffer memory 1k Word software. Apart from the adjustment information prepared Conversion start trigger Software / external trigger Conversion stop trigger Number of sampling times / external trigger/software before shipment, additional adjustment information can be External start signal TTL level (Rising or falling edge can be selected by software) stored according to the use environment. Digital filter (1μsec can be selected by software) External stop signal TTL level (Rising or falling edge can be selected by software) Exchangeable low-profile and standard PCI slots Digital filter (1μsec can be selected by software) External clock signal TTL level (Rising or falling edge can be selected by software) Support for both of low-profile and standard PCI slots (interchangeable with a bundled bracket). Supported to the data logger software [C-LOGGER] Supporting the data logger software [C-LOGGER] that enables the graph display of recorded signal data, file saving, and dynamic transfer to the spreadsheet software program “Excel” Plug-ins for the dedicated libraries, the board also supports MATLAB and LabVIEW. We offer a dedicated library [ML-DAQ], which allows you to use this product on MATLAB by The MathWorks as well as another dedicated library [VI-DAQ], which allows you to use the product on LabVIEW. These dedicated libraries are available, free of charge (downloadable), on our web site. ADA16-8/2(LPCI)L 1 Ver.1.11 (2/2) Data Logger Software C-LOGGER Item Specification [Stored on the bundled CD-ROM driver library API-PAC(W32)] Digital I/O C-LOGGER is a data logger software program compatible with Number of input channels Unisolated input 4ch (TTL level positive logic) Number of output Unisolated output 4ch (TTL level positive logic) our analog I/O products. This program enables the graph channels display of recorded signal data, zoom observation, file saving, Counter and dynamic transfer to the spreadsheet software “Excel”. No Number of channels 1ch Counting system Up count troublesome programming is required. Max. count FFFFFFFFh (Binary data,32bit) CONTEC provides download services (at Number of external inputs 2 TTL level (Gate/Up)/ch Gate (High level), Up (Rising edge) http://www.contec.com/clogger) to supply the updated drivers. Number of external outputs TTL level Count match output (positive logic, pulse output) For details, refer to the C-LOGGER Users Guide or our Response frequency 10MHz (Max.) website. Common section I/O address 64 ports < Operating environment > Interruption level Errors and various factors, One interrupt request line as INTA OS Windows Vista, XP, Server 2003, 2000 Connector 10250-52A2JL[3M] Power consumption 5VDC 380mA (Max.) Operating condition 0 - 50°C, 10 - 90%RH (No condensation) Data Acquisition library for MATLAB ML-DAQ PCI bus specification 32bit, 33MHz, Universal key shapes supported *3 Dimension (mm) 121.69 (L) x 63.41 (H) (Available for downloading (free of charge) from the CONTEC Weight 60g web site.) *1 The non-linearity error means an error of approximately 0.1% occurs over the maximum range at 0°C and 50°C ambient temperature. This is the library software which allows you to use our analog *2 At the time of the source use of a signal which built in the high-speed operational I/O device products on MATLAB by the MathWorks. Each amplifier. *3 This board requires power supply at +5V from an expansion slot (it does not work on a function is offered in accordance with the interface which is machine with a +3.3V power supply alone). integrated in MATLAB’s Data Acquisition Toolbox. See http://www.contec.com/mldaq/ for details and download of Board Dimensions ML-DAQ. 121.69(L) Data acquisition VI library for LabVIEW VI-DAQ (Available for downloading (free of charge) from the CONTEC web site.) This is a VI library to use in National Instruments LabVIEW. [mm] VI-DAQ is created with a function form similar to that of The standard outside dimension(L) is LabVIEW's Data Acquisition VI, allowing you to use various the distance from the end of the board to the outer surface of the slot cover. devices without complicated settings. See http://www.contec.com/vidaq/ for details and download of VI-DAQ. Support Software Cable & Connector Windows version of analog I/O driver API-AIO(WDM) [Stored on the bundled CD-ROM driver library API-PAC(W32)] Cable (Option) The API-AIO(WDM) is the Windows version driver library Shield Cable with 50-Pin Mini-Ribbon Connectors software that provides products in the form of Win32 API at either Ends : PCB50PS-0.5P (0.5m) functions (DLL). Various sample programs such as Visual : PCB50PS-1.5P (1.5m) Basic and Visual C++, etc and diagnostic program useful for checking operation is provided. Shield Cable with 50-Pin Mini-Ribbon Connector at one End : PCA50PS-0.5P (0.5m) < Operating environment > : PCA50PS-1.5P (1.5m) OS Windows Vista, XP, Server 2003, 2000 Adaptation language Visual Basic, Visual C++, Visual C#, Accessories Delphi, C++ Builder You can download the updated version from the CONTEC’s Accessories (Option) Web site (http://www.contec.com/apipac/). For more details Screw Terminal Unit (M3 x 50P) : EPD-50A *1 *6 on the supported OS, applicable language and new information, Buffer Amplifier Box please visit the CONTEC’s Web site. for Analog Input Boards (8ch type) : ATBA-8L *1*3 Buffer Amplifier Box Linux version of analog I/O driver API-AIO(LNX) for Analog Input Boards (16ch type) : ATBA-16L *1*3 [Stored on the bundled CD-ROM driver library API-PAC(W32)] BNC Terminal Unit (for analog input 8ch) : ATP-8L *1*5 The API-AIO(LNX) is the Linux version driver software which *1 PCB50PS-0.5P or PCB50PS-1.5P optional cable is required separately. provides device drivers (modules) by shared library and kernel *3 An external power supply is necessary (optional AC adaptor POA200-20 prepared.) version. Various sample programs of gcc are provided. *5 Capable of using the analog input of up to 8ch, and analog output of up to 2ch. *6 “Spring-up” type terminal is used to prevent terminal screws from falling off. < Operating environment > * Check the CONTEC’s Web site for more information on these options. OS RedHatLinux, TurboLinux (For details on supported distributions, Packing List refer to Help available after installation.) Adaptation language gcc Board [ADA16-8/2(LPCI)L] …1 You can download the updated version from the CONTEC’s First step guide … 1 Web site (http://www.contec.com/apipac/). For more details CD-ROM *1 [API-PAC(W32)] …1 on the supported OS, applicable language and new information, Standard size bracket …1 please visit the CONTEC’s Web site. *1 The CD-ROM contains the driver software and User’s Guide. ADA16-8/2(LPCI)L 2 63.41(H) Ver.1.11 Analog Input00 - Analog Input07 Analog input signal. The numbers correspond to channel Block Diagram numbers. Analog Output00 - Analog Analog output signal. The numbers correspond to channel Output01 numbers. 4 Digital Input / 4 Digital Output 8 single-end 2 Analog Outputs External Trigger Inputs Analog Inputs Analog Ground Common analog ground for analog I/O signals. Counter Input / Output AI External Start Trigger Input External trigger input for starting analog input sampling. CN1 AI External Stop Trigger Input External trigger input for stopping analog input sampling. AI External Sampling Clock External sampling clock input for analog input. Input AO External Start Trigger Input External trigger input for starting analog output sampling. AO External Stop Trigger Input External trigger input for stopping analog output sampling. DA DA AO External Sampling Clock External sampling clock input for analog output. Multiplexer Converter Converter Input Digital Input00 - Digital Input03 Digital input signal. Digital Output00 - Digital Digital output signal. OP Output03 Amplifer Counter Gate Control Input Gate control input signal for counter. Counter Up Clock Input Count-up clock input signal for counter. Counter Output Counter output signal. A/D Converter Digital Ground Common digital ground for digital I/O signals, external trigger FPGA inputs, external sampling clock inputs, and counter I/O signals. Reserved Reserved pin. DC/DC N.C. No connection to this pin. converter CAUTION Do not connect any of the outputs and power outputs to the analog or digital ground. PCI Bus Neither connect outputs to each other. Doing either can result in a fault. If analog and digital ground are shorted together, noise on How to connect the connectors the digital signals may affect the analog signals. Accordingly, analog and digital ground should be separated. Connector shape Leave "Reserved" pins unconnected. Connecting these To connect an external device to this board, plug the cable from pins may cause a fault in the board. the device into the interface connector (CN1) shown below. Interface connector (CN1) Analog Input Signal Connection - Connector used Analog signal input types are divided into single-ended input 50-pin mini-ribbon connector and differential input. This board uses single-ended input 10250-52A2JL[mfd.by 3M] fixed. The following examples show how to connect analog - Applilcable connector 10150-6000EL[mfd. by 3M] input signals using a flat cable and a shielded cable. Single-ended Input CN1 The following figure shows an example of flat cable connection. * Please refer to page 2 for more information on the supported cable and accessories. Connect separate signal and ground wires for each analog input channel on CN1. Connector Pin Assignment Single-ended Input Connection (Flat Cable) Pin Assignments of Interface Connector(CN1) BOARD CN1 Cable Signal Source Non Connect N.C. 50 25 AO 00 Analog Output 00 Analog Ground ( for AO ) AGND 49 24 Analog Ground ( for AO ) AGND Analog Input 0..15*1 Non Connect N.C. 48 23 AO 01 Analog Output 01 Analog Ground ( for AO ) AGND 47 22 AGND Analog Ground ( for AO ) Analog Input 04 AI 04 46 21 AI 00 Analog Input 00 Analog Ground N.C. Non Connect 45 20 N.C. Non Connect Analog Input 05 AI 05 44 19 Analog Input 01 AI 01 Non Connect N.C. 43 18 N.C. Non Connect Analog Ground ( for AI ) AGND 42 17 AGND Analog Ground ( for AI ) Analog Ground ( for AI ) AGND 41 16 AGND Analog Ground ( for AI ) AI 06 Analog Input 06 40 15 Analog Input 02 AI 02 The following figure shows an example of shield cable Non Connect N.C. 39 14 Non Connect N.C. Analog Input 07 AI 07 38 13 AI 03 Analog Input 03 connection. Use shielded cable if the distance between the Non Connect N.C. 37 12 N.C. Non Connect AO External Start Trigger Input AO START 36 11 AI START AI External Start Trigger Input AO External Stop Trigger Input AO STOP signal source and board is long or if you want to provide better 35 10 AI External Stop Trigger Input AI STOP AO External Sampling Clock Inpu AO EXCLK 34 9 AI External Sampling Clock Input AI EXCLK Digital Ground DGND 33 8 DGND Digital Ground protection from noise. For each analog input channel on CN1, Digital Output 00 DO 00 32 7 DI 00 Digital Input 00 DO 01 Digital Output 01 31 6 DI 01 Digital Input 01 connect the core wire to the signal line and connect the Digital Output 02 DO 02 30 5 Digital Input 02 DI 02 Digital Output 03 DO 03 29 4 DI 03 Digital Input 03 shielding to ground. Digital Ground DGND 28 3 DGND Digital Ground Counter UP Clock Input CNT UPCLK 27 2 CNT GATE Counter Gate Control Input Reserved Reseved 26 1 Counter Output Single-ended Input Connection (Shield Cable) CNT OUT Signal Source BOARD CN1 Shield cable Analog Input 0..15*1 Analog Ground * The number of channels depends on each board. This product has eight channels. ADA16-8/2(LPCI)L 3 Ver.1.11 CAUTION Digital I/O signals, Counter signals and If the signal source contains over 1MHz signals, the signal Control signals Connection may effect the cross-talk noise between channels. The following sections show examples of how to connect digital If the board and the signal source receive noise or the I/O signals, counter I/O signals, and other control I/O signals distance between the board and the signal source is too long, (external trigger input signals, sampling clock input signals, data may not be input properly. etc.). An input analog signal should not exceed the maximum input All the digital I/O signals and control signals are TTL level voltage (relate to the board analog ground). If it exceeds signals. the maximum voltage, the board may be damaged. Digital Input Connection Connect all the unused analog input channels to analog 10kΩ ground. CN1 Cable Target BOARD Digital Input The signal connected to an input pin may fluctuate after Digital Ground switching of the multiplexer. If this occurs, shorten the cable between the signal source and the analog input pin or insert a high-speed amplifier as a buffer between the two to reduce the fluctuation. Digital Output Connection BOARD CN2 Cable Target An input pin may fail to obtain input data normally when the Digital Output I =24mA OL signal source connected to the pin has high impedance. If Digital Ground this is the case, change the signal source to one with lower output impedance or insert a high-speed amplifier buffer between the signal source and the analog input pin to reduce the effect. About the counter input control signal Counter Gate Control Input (refer to the page 3 Connector Pin Assignment) acts as an input that validate or invalidate the Analog Output Signal Connection input of an external clock for the counter. This function This section shows how to connect the analog output signal by enables the control of an external clock input for the counter. using a flat cable or a shielded cable. The external clock for the counter is effective when input is The following figure shows an example of flat cable connection. "High", and invalid when input is "Low". If unconnected, it is a Connect the signal source and ground to the CN1 analog pull-up in the board (card) and remains "High". Therefore the output. external clock for the counter is effective when the counter gate control input is not connected. Analog Output Connection (Flat Cable) BOARD CN1 Cable Target CAUTION Analog Output 0..3*2 Do not short the output signals to analog ground, digital ground, and/or power line. Doing so may damage the Analog Ground board. The following figure shows an example of shield cable connection. Use shielded cable if the distance between the signal source and board is long or if you want to provide better protection from noise. For each analog input channel on CN1, connect the core wire to the signal line and connect the shielding to ground. Analog Output Connection (Shield Cable) BOARD CN1 Shield cable Target Analog Output 0..3*2 Analog Ground * The number of channels depends on each board. This product has two channels. CAUTION If the board or the connected wire receives noise, or the distance between the board and the target is long, data may not be outputted properly. For analog output signal, the current capacity is ±3mA (Max.). Check the specification of the connected device before connecting the board. Do not short the analog output signal to analog ground, digital ground, and/or power line. Doing so may damage the board. Do not connect an analog output signal to any other analog output, either on the board or on an external device, as this may cause a fault on the board. ADA16-8/2(LPCI)L 4