Measurement 2000 User Manual

DaqBoard/2000 and /2000c Series User’s Manual

For PCI-bus & Compact PCI-bus Data Acquisition Boards

the smart approach to instrumentation

™

IOtech, Inc.

25971 Cannon Road

Cleveland, OH 44146-1833

Phone: [phone]

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DaqBoard/2000 & /2000c Series

User’s Manual

For PCI-bus & Compact PCI-bus

Data Acquisition Boards

p/n

1033-0901

Rev.

5.0

© 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 by IOtech, Inc. October 2002 Printed in the United States of America

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Warranty Information

Your IOtech warranty is as stated on the product warranty card. You may contact IOtech by phone,
fax machine, or e-mail in regard to warranty-related issues.
Phone: [phone], fax: [phone], e-mail: [e-mail]

Limitation of Liability

IOtech, Inc. cannot be held liable for any damages resulting from the use or misuse of this product.

Copyright, Trademark, and Licensing Notice

All IOtech documentation, software, and hardware are copyright with all rights reserved. No part of this product may be
copied, reproduced or transmitted by any mechanical, photographic, electronic, or other method without IOtech’s prior
written consent. IOtech product names are trademarked; other product names, as applicable, are trademarks of their
respective holders. All supplied IOtech software (including miscellaneous support files, drivers, and sample programs)
may only be used on one installation. You may make archival backup copies.

FCC Statement

IOtech devices emit radio frequency energy in levels compliant with Federal Communications Commission rules (Part 15)
for Class A devices. If necessary, refer to the FCC booklet How To Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems
(stock # 004-000-00345-4) which is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.

CE Notice

Many IOtech products carry the CE marker indicating they comply with the safety and emissions standards of the
European Community. As applicable, we ship these products with a Declaration of Conformity stating which
specifications and operating conditions apply.

Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips

Refer all service to qualified personnel. This caution symbol warns of possible personal injury or equipment damage
under noted conditions. Follow all safety standards of professional practice and the recommendations in this manual.
Using this equipment in ways other than described in this manual can present serious safety hazards or cause equipment
damage.

This warning symbol is used in this manual or on the equipment to warn of possible injury or death from electrical
shock under noted conditions.

This ESD caution symbol urges proper handling of equipment or components sensitive to damage from electrostatic
discharge. Proper handling guidelines include the use of grounded anti-static mats and wrist straps, ESD-protective
bags and cartons, and related procedures.

This symbol indicates the message is important, but is not of a Warning or Caution category. These notes can be of
great benefit to the user, and should be read.

In this manual, the book symbol always precedes the words “Reference Note.” This type of note identifies the location
of additional information that may prove helpful. References may be made to other chapters or other documentation.

Tips provide advice that may save time during a procedure, or help to clarify an issue. Tips may include additional
reference.

Specifications and Calibration

Specifications are subject to change without notice. Significant changes will be addressed in an addendum or revision to
the manual. As applicable, IOtech calibrates its hardware to published specifications. Periodic hardware calibration is
not covered under the warranty and must be performed by qualified personnel as specified in this manual. Improper
calibration procedures may void the warranty.

Quality Notice

IOtech has maintained ISO 9001 certification since 1996. Prior to shipment, we thoroughly test our products and
review our documentation to assure the highest quality in all aspects. In a spirit of continuous improvement, IOtech
welcomes your suggestions.

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Your order was carefully inspected prior to shipment. When you receive your system, carefully
unpack all items from the shipping carton and check for physical signs of damage that may have
occurred during shipment. Promptly report any damage to the shipping agent and your sales
representative. Retain all shipping materials in case the unit needs returned to the factory.

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Using this equipment in ways other than described in this manual can cause
personal injury or equipment damage. Before setting up and using your
equipment, you should read all documentation that covers your system.
Pay special attention to Warnings and Cautions.

Note:

PDF

1033-0901

During software installation, Adobe

®

PDF versions of user manuals will automatically

install onto your hard drive as a part of product support. The default location is in the
Programs group, which can be accessed from the Windows Desktop. Initial navigation
is as follows:

Start [Desktop “Start” pull-down menu]

⇒

Programs

⇒

IOtech DaqX Software

You can also access the PDF documents directly from the data acquisition CD by using
the <View PDFs> button located on the opening screen.

Refer to the PDF documentation for details regarding both hardware and software.

A copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader

®

is included on your CD. The Reader provides
a means of reading and printing the PDF documents. Note that hardcopy versions of
the manuals can be ordered from the factory.

DaqBoard 2000 Series and
DaqBoard/2000c Series User’s Manual.pdf

Contains the DaqBoard/2000 Series and cPCI DaqBoard/2000c Series hardware­related and software-related chapters, as well as links to the .pdf files listed below.
This pdf file, plus the following constitute a complete set of documentation for the
DaqBoard/2000 Series boards and the cPCI DaqBoard/2000c Series boards. Note that
the Programmer’s Manual (1008-0901) and the DBK Option Cards & Modules
(457-0905) are completely separate documents.

DaqView_DaqViewXL.pdf

PDF

457-0909

Discusses how to install and use these “out-of-the-box” data acquisition programs.

PostAcquisition Analysis.pdf

This pdf consists of two documents. The first discusses eZ-PostView, a post data

PDF

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1086-0922

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acquisition analysis program. The application is included free as a part of DaqTemp
product support. The second includes information regarding eZ-FrequencyView and
eZ-TimeView. These two applications have more features than does eZ-PostView and
are available for purchase. They can; however, be used freely during a 30-day trial
period.

PDF

457-0905

PDF

1008-0901

DBK Options.pdf

The DBK Option Cards and Modules Manual discusses each of the DBK products
available at the time of print.

Programmers Manual.pdf

The programmer’s manual pertains to developing custom programs using Applications
Program Interface (API) commands.

Programmers should check the
program examples included on the CD.

readme.file

on the install CD-ROM for the location of

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Manual Layout

Note: For benefit of those who have not yet installed their DaqBoard/2000 Series or DaqBoard/2000c

DaqBoard/2000 Series, Installation Guide (p/n 1033-0940)

DaqBoard/2000c Series, Installation Guide (p/n 1061-0940)

Chapter 1 – Daq Systems and DaqBoard/2000 Series Devices. This chapter begins with a discussion of

Series board, this manual begins with copies of the installation guides that are shipped with those
products. Use the applicable guide to install the associated software, product support, and board.

the “modular concept” that is associated with Daq data acquisition systems. The chapter then goes on
to provide an overview for each DaqBoard/2000 Series and /2000c Series board.

DBK Basics

(A Document Module)

- discusses option cards and modules (DBKs) that can be used to

enhance and expand data acquisition systems. Note that DBK Basics is not a chapter, but an
independent document module that is applicable to this user’s manual, as well as others.

Chapter 2 – System Connections and Pinouts - This chapter provides an overview of the DBK200

Series P4 adapters that can be used, for example, to obtain DB37 type connectors (P1, P2, and P3)
from the DaqBoard’s 100-pin P4 connector. Pinouts for P1, P2, P3, and P4 are included.

Chapter 3 - CE Compliance pertains to CE standards and conditions that are relevant to DaqBoard/2000

and DaqBoard/2000c Series boards. The appendix includes CE Kit installation instructions for both
types of board.

Chapter 4 - Calibration lists the order in which to perform calibration-related adjustments and briefly

discusses DaqCal.exe, a program that provides on-screen instruction, graphics, and prompts.

Glossary

Reference Notes:
During software installation, Adobe

®

PDF versions of user manuals are automatically

installed onto your hard drive as a part of product support. The default location is in the
Programs directory, which can be accessed from the Windows Desktop.

A copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader

®

is included on your CD. The Reader provides
a means of reading and printing the PDF documents. Note that hardcopy versions of manuals
can be ordered from the factory.

➣

DaqView and DaqViewXL – explains the use and features of the included out-of-the-box

data acquisition software.

➣

Post Acquisition Data Analysis User’s Guide – discusses three post-acquisition data

analysis programs: eZ-PostView, eZ-TimeView, and eZ-FrequencyView.

➣

For detailed information regarding specific DBKs, refer to the DBK Option Cards and

Modules User’s Manual, p/n 457-0905. Each DBK section includes device-specific

hardware and software information. The document includes a chapter on power
management.

➣

For programming-related information refer to the separate Programmer’s Manual,
p/n 1008-0901.

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DaqBoard/2000 Series & /2000c Series User’s Manual

Table of Contents

DaqBoard/2000 Series, Installation Guide (p/n 1033-0940)
DaqBoard/2000c Series, Installation Guide (p/n 1061-0940)

1 – Daq Systems and Device Overviews

Daq Systems, the Modular Concept ……1-1
DaqBooks, DaqBoards, & Daq PC-Cards….1-2
Theory of Operation, DaqBoard/2000 Series and /2000c Series Boards …… 1-4
DaqBoard/2000 and/ 2000c…… 1-9
DaqBoard/2001 and /2001c …… 1-11
DaqBoard/2002 and /2002c …… 1-13
DaqBoard/2003 and /2003c …… 1-15
DaqBoard/2004 and /2004c …… 1-17
DaqBoard/2005 and /2005c …… 1-19
Using DBK Cards & Modules for Signal Conditioning ……1-21
Daq Software …… 1-21
Specifications – DaqBoard/2000 Series and /2000c Series Boards …… 1-23

DBK Basics

(Document Module)

Introduction…… 1
How Do DBKs Connect to the Data Acquisition Device? …… 2

Connecting DBKs to DaqBooks, ISA-Type DaqBoards, and LogBooks …… 2
Connecting DBKs to Daq PC-Cards ……3
Connecting DBKs to DaqBoard/2000 Series and cPCI DaqBoard/2000c

Series Boards …… 4

DBK Identification Tables ….. 5

Analog Output DBKs …… 5
Digital I/O Control DBKs …… 5
Analog Signal Conditioning DBKs …… 5
Expansion and Terminal Panel Connection DBKs …… 6
Power Supply DBKs …… 6

Tips on Setting up a Data Acquisition System …… 7
Power Supplies and Power Connectors ……8
An Introduction to Power-Related DBKs ….. 9
Calculating Your System’s Power Needs …… 11

Additional Reading ….. 13

2 – System Connections and Pinouts

Overview …… 2-1
DBK200 Series, P4 Connector Options …… 2-2
Pinouts for DaqBoard/2000 Series and /2000c Series Boards …… 2-7

3 - CE-Compliance

Overview ……3-1
CE Standards and Directives ……3-1
Safety Conditions ……3-2
Emissions/Immunity Conditions ……3-2
CE Enhancements for DBKs ...3-3
CE Cable Kits for DaqBoard 2000 Series and /2000c Series Boards…… 3-3

4 – Calibration

Glossary

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DaqBoard/2000 Series & /2000c Series User’s Manual

DaqBoard/2000 Series, Installation

This guide tells you how to complete the following steps for a successful installation.

Step 1 – Install Software
Step 2 – Install Boards in Available PCI Bus-Slots
Step 3 – Configure Boards
Step 4 – Test Hardware

…… page 2

…… page 3

….. page 5

….. page 6

Reference Note:

After you have completed the installation you should refer to the electronic documents that
were automatically installed onto your hard drive as a part of product support. The default
location is in the Programs directory, which can be accessed from the Windows Desktop.

You should keep your DaqBoard/2000 Series board’s serial number and your DaqView/2000 authorization
code (if applicable) with this document. Space is provided below for recording up to 4 board numbers and
their PCI bus-slot location. The board serial number is located on the P4 connector as indicated

following figure.

Serial Number Location on DaqBoard/2000 Series P4 Connector

in the

Board Type (e.g., 2000,
2002, 2003, etc.)*

Board 1

Board 2

Board 3

Board 4

The host PC can support up to four DaqBoard/2000 Series Boards.

Serial Number PCI Bus-Slot Location

*Note: DaqBoard/2000 Series boards have device labels which read, for example, “DaqBoard/2000,” “DaqBoard/2001,”

“DaqBoard/2002,” etc. The name labels are convenient for users of more than one board type.

DaqView/2000 Authorization Code

Customers who ordered DaqView/2000 can find their authorization code on the
Note that earlier documents may refer to this as a “registration code” or “registration ID.”

Customers who did not order DaqView/2000 can run a

____________________________

30-day free trial version

authorization code sheet

, as discussed elsewhere in the User’s Manual.

located inside the sleeve of the install CD.

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Take ESD precautions (packaging, proper handling, grounded wrist strap, etc.)

Use care to avoid touching board surfaces and onboard components. Only handle boards by their edges
(or ORBs, if applicable). Ensure boards do not come into contact with foreign elements such as oils,
water, and industrial particulate.

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Reference Notes:

(1) Each DaqBoard/2000 Series Board plugs into a PCI bus-slot. Consult your PC owner’s manual as needed.
(2) Be sure to read about the DBK cards and modules applicable to your acquisition system. Specific DBK information can
be found in on the world wide web at

Manual

(p/n 457-0905). After the install you can navigate to the DBK manual and other relevant electronic documents from

your desktop as follows:

Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ IOtech DaqX Software ⇒ DaqBoard 2000 Series Users

http://www.daqboard.com

; and in your

DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s

Minimum System Requirements

Reference Note

: Adobe PDF versions of user manuals will
automatically install onto your hard drive as a part of product
support. The default location is in the
can be accessed from the

Windows Desktop

Programs

group, which

. Refer to the PDF
documentation for details regarding both hardware and software.
Note that hardcopy versions of the manuals can be ordered from
the factory.

PC system with Pentium® Processor

Windows Operating System

RAM, as follows:

32 Mbytes of RAM for Windows 95/98/NT
64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows Me
64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows 2000

64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows XP

Step 1

DaqBoard/2000 Series Installation, A Pictorial Overview

– Install Software

IMPORTANT: Software must be installed before installing hardware.

Remove

1.

Programs

2. Place the Data Acquisition CD into the CD-ROM drive.

take a few moments, depending on your PC.

Start/Run/Browse feature.

3. After the intro-screen appears, follow the screen prompts.

Upon completing the software installation, continue with step 2,

previous version Daq drivers, if present. You can do this through Microsoft’s

feature.

Add/Remove

Wait for PC to auto-run the CD. This may

If the CD does not auto-run, use the Desktop’s

Install Boards in available PCI Bus-slots

.

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Step 2

– Install Boards in available PCI Bus-slots

IMPORTANT: Software must be installed before installing hardware.

IMPORTANT: Bus Mastering DMA must be Enabled

For a DaqBoard/2000 Series board to operate properly, Bus Mastering DMA
Prior to installation, verify that your computer is capable of performing Bus Mastering DMA for
the applicable PCI bus-slot. Note that some computers have BIOS settings that enable [or disable]
Bus Mastering DMA. If your computer has this BIOS option, ensure that Bus Mastering DMA is

Enabled

Refer to your PC’s owner manual for additional information regarding Bus Mastering DMA.

on the appropriate PCI slot.

.

must be enabled

.

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Turn off power to, and UNPLUG the host PC and externally connected equipment prior to
removing the PC’s cover and installing DaqBoard/2000. Electric shock or damage to equipment
can result even under low-voltage conditions.

Take ESD precautions (packaging, proper handling, grounded wrist strap, etc.)

Use care to avoid touching board surfaces and onboard components. Only handle boards by their
edges (or ORBs, if applicable). Ensure boards do not come into contact with foreign elements such
as oils, water, and industrial particulate.

IMPORTANT: Bus Mastering DMA must be Enabled

For a DaqBoard/2000 Series board to operate properly, Bus Mastering DMA
the PCI slot [for which the DaqBoard/2000 Series board is to be installed]. Prior to installation,
verify that your computer is capable of performing Bus Mastering DMA for the applicable PCI
slot. Note that some computers have BIOS settings that enable [or disable] Bus Mastering DMA.
If your computer has this BIOS option, ensure that Bus Mastering DMA is
appropriate PCI slot.

Refer to your PC Owner's Manual for additional information regarding your PC and enabling
Bus Mastering DMA for PCI slots.

.

must be

Enabled

Enabled on

on the

1. Turn

2. Remove the PC’s cover.

3. Choose an available PCI bus-slot.

4. Carefully remove DaqBoard/2000 Series Board from its anti-static protective bag. If you have not already done so, write

down the serial number of your board at this time. See inside front cover for details.

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off

UNPLUG the host PC

Refer to your PC Owner’s Manual as needed

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5. On the PC’s rear panel, loosen and remove the screw for the blank adapter

plate that corresponds with the chosen PCI bus.

6. Remove the adapter plate for the chosen PCI slot.

Refer to your PC Owner’s Manual if needed

.

7. Align groove in the DaqBoard/2000 Series board’s PCI edge-connector with

the ridge of the desired PCI slot, and with the PC’s corresponding rear-panel
slot.

8. Push the board firmly into the PCI slot. The board will snap into position.

9. Secure the board by inserting the rear-panel adapter-plate screw.

10. Using the previous steps, install additional boards into available PCI bus-slots,

if applicable to your application.

11. Replace the computer’s cover.

12. Plug in all cords and cables that were removed in step 1.

13. Apply power to, and start up the PC.

Note

: At this point some PCs may prompt you to insert an

installation disk. While this is rare, if you do receive such a
prompt simply place the install CD-ROM into the disk drive
and follow additional screen prompts.

Installing a DaqBoard/2000 Series Board

Removing a Blank Adapter Plate

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Step 3

– Configure Boards

DaqBoard/2000 Series Boards have no jumpers or switches to set. Configuration is performed, in its
entirety, through software. Refer to the following figure and steps to complete the configuration. The
numbers in the figure correspond to the numbered steps immediately following the figure.

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Accessing the DaqBoard/2000 Properties Tab

1. Run the

Daq Configuration

control panel applet. Navigation from the desktop to the applet is as follows:

Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel ⇒ Daq*Configuration (double-click)

2. Double-click on the Device Inventory’s DaqBoard2K0 icon. The DaqBoard/2000 Properties tab (used for the

entire DaqBoard/2000 Series) will appear.

If the DaqBoard2K0 icon is not present, skip to the Using ‘Add

Device’ section provided below.

3. Enter a “

Device Name

” in the text box, or use the default “DaqBoard2K0.” Device Name is for identifying the
specific DaqBoard/2000 Series board. Note that Device Name actually refers to the PCI slot and not to the
actual board.

4. Verify that the “Device Type” shows the correct DaqBoard/2000 Series board, e.g., “DaqBoard/2000,

DaqBoard/2001, etc.” Note that available device types can be viewed via the pull-down list (▼).

5. Confirm that the DaqBoard/2000 Series text box shows a

If this text box is empty

, use its pull-down list (▼) and select the serial number that matches the one for your

Bus #, Slot #,

Serial Number

and

.

board.

Refer to the inside front cover page for serial number information.

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Using “Add Device”

This method is for users who have accessed the
control panel applet, but have no DaqBoard2K icon (as described on
page 3, step 2).

(A) After accessing the Daq Configuration control panel applet, click on

the Add Device button (see figure, right). The
window will appear.

(B) Using the

In the example at the right

Device Type’s

pull-down list, select the applicable board.

DaqBoard/2000

(C) Click the OK button. The DaqBoard/2000 Properties tab will appear.

This tab applies to all boards in the DaqBoard/2000 Series.

At this point, complete steps 3 through 5 from page 3.

Daq Configuration

Select Device Type

is selected.

Using “Add Device”

Step 4

– Test Hardware

Use the following steps to test the DaqBoard/2000 Series board. Note that these steps are continued from those listed under
the previous section, “Configure Board.”

1. Select the “

2. Click the “

Test Hardware”

Resource Test

” button.

tab.

3. After the test is complete, click “OK.”

System capability is now tested for the DaqBoard/2000
Series board and a list of test results appears on screen.

Note:

If you experience difficulties, please consult your user

documentation (included on your CD) before calling for
technical support. Note that the user documentation
includes a troubleshooting chapter, as well as a great
deal of information regarding specific DBK cards and
modules.

Test Hardware Tab

(Condensed Screen Image)

At this point we are ready to connect signals. This is typically accomplished with the use of a DBK200 Series option.

Reference Note

For detailed information regarding the DBK200 Series options, refer to the

User’s Manual

:

DBK Option Cards and Modules

(p/n 457-0905).

During software installation, Adobe® PDF versions of user manuals are automatically installed onto your hard
drive as a part of product support. The default location is in the
from the Windows Desktop. A copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader® is included on your CD. The Reader
provides a means of reading and printing the PDF documents. Note that hardcopy versions of manuals can be
ordered from the factory.

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directory, which can be accessed

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DaqBoard/2000c Series Installation

This guide tells you how to complete the following steps for a successful installation.

Step 1 – Install Software
Step 2 – Install Boards into Available, 5 Volt, Compact-PCI Bus-Slots
Step 3 – Configure Boards
Step 4 – Test Hardware

…… page 2

…… page 2

….. page 4

….. page 5

Reference Note:

After you have completed the installation you should refer to the electronic documents that
were automatically installed onto your hard drive as a part of product support. The default
location is in the Programs directory, which can be accessed from the Windows Desktop.

You should keep your DaqBoard/2000c Series board’s serial number and your DaqView/2000 authorization
code (if applicable) with this document. Space is provided below for recording up to 4 board numbers and
their compact-PCI bus-slot location. Board serial numbers are located on the 100-pin P4 connector.

Board Type
e.g., DaqBoard/2005c

Board 1

Board 2

Board 3

Board 4

Compact PC support for DaqBoard/2000c Series boards varies. A system can support no more than four boards.

Serial Number Compact-PCI Bus-Slot Location

*Note: The DaqBoard/2000c Series boards have their board identity indicated on the latch, as indicated in

the photo on the front page of this guide. This identification is provided since the boards look very
much alike and are visually identical once installed.

DaqView/2000 Authorization Code

Customers who ordered DaqView/2000 can find their authorization code on the
sleeve of the install CD. Customers who did not order DaqView/2000 can run a
user’s manual.

____________________________

&$87,21

Take ESD precautions (packaging, proper handling, grounded wrist strap, etc.)

Use care to avoid touching board surfaces and onboard components. Only handle
boards by their edges (or ORBs, if applicable). Ensure boards do not come into contact
with foreign elements such as oils, water, and industrial particulate.

Reference Note:

During software installation, Adobe
onto your hard drive as a part of product support. The default location is in the Programs
directory, which can be accessed from the Windows Desktop. A copy of the Adobe Acrobat

®

Reader

is included on your CD. The Reader provides a means of reading and printing the

PDF documents. Note that hardcopy versions of manuals can be ordered from the factory.

Note: In regard to functionality, the DaqBoard/2000c Series boards are identical to their

DaqBoard/2000 Series counterparts.

®

PDF versions of user manuals are automatically installed

authorization code sheet

30-day free trial version

located inside the

, as discussed in the

© 2001, 2002 by IOtech, Inc. October 2002

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Reference Notes:

➣

Each DaqBoard/2000c Series Board plugs into a 5 volt, compact-PCI bus-slot located on the PC’s backplane. Note that
the 5 V compact-PCI bus-slot contains a blue key (see page 3). Consult your PC owner’s manual as needed.

➣

Be sure to read about the DBK cards and modules applicable to your acquisition system. Specific DBK information can
be found in on the world wide web at http://www.daqboard.com; and in your

Manual

(p/n 457-0905). After the install you can navigate to the DBK manual and other relevant electronic documents

from your desktop as follows:

Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ IOtech DaqX Software ⇒ DaqBoard 2000 Series Users

Reference Note

automatically install onto your hard drive as a part of product
support. The default location is in the
can be accessed from the
documentation for details regarding both hardware and software.
Note that hardcopy versions of the manuals can be ordered from
the factory.

: Adobe PDF versions of user manuals will

Programs

Windows Desktop

group, which

. Refer to the PDF

DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s

Minimum System Requirements

PC system with Pentium® Processor

Windows Operating System

RAM, as follows:

32 Mbytes of RAM for Windows 95/98/NT
64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows Me
64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows 2000

64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows XP

Step 1

Step 2

– Install Software

IMPORTANT: Software must be installed before installing hardware.

Remove

1.

Programs

2. Place the Data Acquisition CD into the CD-ROM drive.

take a few moments, depending on your PC.

Start/Run/Browse feature.

3. After the intro-screen appears, follow the screen prompts.

Upon completing the software installation, continue with step 2,

Compact-PCI Bus-slots

previous version Daq drivers, if present. You can do this through Microsoft’s

feature.

Wait for PC to auto-run the CD. This may

If the CD does not auto-run, use the Desktop’s

Install Boards in available 5 Volt,

.

– Install Boards in available 5 Volt, Compact-PCI Bus-slots

IMPORTANT: Software must be installed before installing hardware.

IMPORTANT: Bus Mastering DMA

For a DaqBoard/2000c Series board to operate properly, Bus Mastering DMA
Prior to installation, verify that your computer is capable of performing Bus Mastering DMA for
the applicable compact-PCI bus-slot. Note that some computers have BIOS settings that enable
[or disable] Bus Mastering DMA. If your computer has this BIOS option, ensure that Bus
Mastering DMA is

Refer to your PC’s owner manual for additional information regarding Bus Mastering DMA.

Enabled

on the appropriate compact-PCI bus-slot.

must be

Enabled

.

must be enabled

Add/Remove

.

IMPORTANT: The Compact-PCI Bus-Slot must be keyed for 5 Volt use.

Note

: The 5 Volt Key location is indicated in the first photograph on page 3.

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Turn power OFF, and UNPLUG the host PC and externally connected equipment prior to
removing any cover plates or modules. Electric shock or damage to equipment can result even
under low-voltage conditions.

Take ESD precautions (packaging, proper handling, grounded wrist strap, etc.)

Use care to avoid touching board surfaces and onboard components. Only handle boards by their
edges or ORBs. Ensure boards do not come into contact with foreign elements such as oils, water,
and industrial particulate.

1. Turn the PC’s power

2. Turn

3.

power OFF

UNPLUG the host PC

OFF

.

to externally connected equipment.

and all externally connected

equipment.

4. Remove the computer’s compact-PCI bus-slot cover plate

[or remove an unwanted module, if applicable].

Refer to your PC Owner’s Manual as needed

.

5. Verify that the available compact-PCI bus slot is for

5 volt applications.

The computer’s 5 volt compact-PCI bus-slots can be
recognized by a blue voltage key that is located in the
center of the slot (see figure).

6. Carefully remove the DaqBoard/2000c Series Board from

its anti-static protective bag. If you have not already done
so, write down the serial number of your board at this
time. The serial number is located on the 100-pin P4
connector.

7. With the board’s

injector/ejector

down, guide the board
into the PC’s slot. Note that the top and bottom edges of
the board locate in edge-guides, within the PC.

8. Push the board back into the PC to engage the board’s

compact-PCI connector with the computer’s compact-PCI
bus-slot.

9. Pull the board’s

injector/ejector

up. This will fully

engage the connectors.

10. Secure the board by tightening the upper and lower lock

screws.

11. Using the previous steps, install additional boards into

available compact-PCI bus-slots, if applicable to your
application.

Note

: The lower lock screw is accessed through an opening

injector/ejector

on the

as indicated in the right-hand

figure.

Voltage
Key

Compact-PCI Bus-Slot with Blue 5 Volt Identifier Key

Upper Lock Screw

Injector/
Ejector

Lower Lock Screw
(see note)

Installing a DaqBoard/2000c Series Board

Lower Lock
Screw

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12. Plug in all cords and cables that were removed in step 3.

q

13. Apply power to, and start up the PC.

Note

: At this point some PCs may prompt you to insert an

installation disk. While this is rare, if you do receive
such a prompt simply place the install CD into the disk
drive and follow the screen prompts.

Board/2000c Series Board

Step 3

Securing a Da

– Configure Boards

DaqBoard/2000c Series boards have no jumpers or switches to set. Configuration is performed entirely through software.
Refer to the following figure and steps to complete the configuration. The numbers in the figure correspond to the numbered
steps immediately following the figure.

Accessing the DaqBoard/2000 Properties Tab

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1. Run the

Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel ⇒ Daq*Configuration (double-click)

2. Double-click on the Device Inventory’s DaqBoard2K0 icon. The DaqBoard/2000 Properties tab (used for the entire

DaqBoard/2000 Series) will appear.

provided below.

3. Enter a “

DaqBoard/2000 Series board. Note that Device Name actually refers to the PCI slot and not to the actual board.

4. Verify that the “Device Type” shows the correct DaqBoard/2000 Series board, e.g., “DaqBoard/2000, DaqBoard/2001, etc.”

Note that available device types can be viewed via the pull-down list (▼).

5. Confirm that the DaqBoard/2000 Series text box shows a

If this text box is empty

Refer to the inside front cover page for serial number information.

Daq Configuration

Device Name

” in the text box, or use the default “DaqBoard2K0.” Device Name is for identifying the specific

, use its pull-down list (▼) and select the serial number that matches the one for your board.

control panel applet. Navigation from the desktop to the applet is as follows:

If the DaqBoard2K0 icon is not present, skip to the Using ‘Add Device’ section

Bus #, Slot #,

Serial Number

and

.

Using “Add Device”

This method is for users who have accessed the
applet, but have no DaqBoard2K icon (as described in
step 2, above).

(A) After accessing the Daq Configuration control panel applet, click on the Add

Device button (see figure, right). The

(B) Using the

example at the right

(C) Click the OK button. The DaqBoard/2000 Properties tab will appear. This tab

applies to all boards in the DaqBoard/2000 Series.

At this point, complete steps 3 through 5 from above.

Device Type’s

DaqBoard/2000

pull-down list, select the applicable board. In the

Daq Configuration

Select Device Type

is selected.

control panel

window will appear.

Using “Add Device’

Step 4

Use the following steps to test the DaqBoard/2000 Series board. Note that these steps are continued from those listed under
the previous section, “Configure Board.”

Note:

At this point we are ready to connect signals. This is typically accomplished with the use of a DBK200 Series option.

–

Test Hardware

1. Select the “

2. Click the “

3. After the test is complete, click “OK.”

System capability is now tested for the DaqBoard/2000
Series board and a list of test results appears on screen.

If you experience difficulties, please consult your user

documentation (included on your CD) before calling for
technical support. Note that the user documentation
includes a troubleshooting chapter, as well as a great
deal of information regarding specific DBK cards and
modules.

Test Hardware”

Resource Test

Reference Note

For detailed information regarding the DBK200 Series options, refer to the

User’s Manual

During software installation, Adobe® PDF versions of user manuals are automatically installed onto your hard
drive as a part of product support. The default location is in the
from the Windows Desktop. A copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader® is included on your CD. The Reader
provides a means of reading and printing the PDF documents. Note that hardcopy versions of manuals can be
ordered from the factory.

:

(p/n 457-0905).

tab.

” button.

Test Hardware Tab (Condensed Screen Image)

DBK Option Cards and Modules

Programs

directory, which can be accessed

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Daq Systems and Device Overviews 1

Daq Systems, the Modular Concept …… 1-1
DaqBooks, DaqBoards, and Daq PC-Cards …… 1-2
Theory of Operation, DaqBoard/2000 Series and /2000c Series Boards …… 1-4
DaqBoard/2000 and /2000c ….… 1-9
DaqBoard//2001 and /2001c……. 1-11
DaqBoard//2002 and /2002c…… 1-13
DaqBoard//2003 and /2003c…… 1-15
DaqBoard//2004 and /2004c…… 1-17
DaqBoard//2005 and /2005c…… 1-19
Using DBK Cards and Modules for Signal Conditioning ….. 1-21
Daq Software ……1-21

DaqBoard/2000 Series and /2000c Series Boards

Specifications -

Daq Systems, the Modular Concept

Daq equipment and software form a modular, interrelated family of products that provide great flexibility in
data acquisition system design. This flexibility allows for the development of custom systems that are
unique to the user, and which can be optimized for his or her specific application needs. With the Daq
product line, system expansion or redesign can typically be accomplished with relative ease.

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•

Primary Acquisition Device. This is the main data acquisition device, e.g., a DaqBook, DaqBoard,

or Daq PC-Card. These devices provide a vital data conversion and communications link between
the data source of transducers and signal conditioners and the data processor of the host computer.
Note the DaqBoards can be one of three types: (1) ISA, (2) PCI, or (3) compact-PCI.

•

DBK Option Cards and Modules. Over 35 DBK cards and modules (the number is constantly

growing) provide various types of signal conditioning and system expansion. Note that certain DBK
modules exist for the purpose of supplying power to other members of the acquisition system. The
DBK options are discussed in a DBK Basics document module and in the detailed DBK Option Cards
and User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905).

Note: Only passive DBKs, such as the DBK1 BNC module, the DBK11A screw terminal card, and

the DBK40 BNC analog interface, can be used with a Daq PC-Cards.

Reference Note:

DBK options are discussed in the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual

(p/n 457-0905). As a part of product support, this manual is automatically loaded onto

your hard drive during software installation. The default location is the Programs

directory, which can be accessed through the Windows Desktop.

•

Software. DaqView out-of-the-box software provides a graphical user interface with easy to read

spreadsheet formats for viewing channel data, as well as a choice of analog, digital, and bar-graph
meters. Waveform analysis can be performed, when applicable. A product support option, included
on the data acquisition CD, provides a means of performing post data analysis. More information is
included in the software-specific PDF documents that are installed on your hard-drive as a part of
product support.

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In addition to the included out-of-the-box software, Daq products can be controlled via user-written
custom programs through Applications Program Interface (API). Several languages are supported,
e.g., C/C++, VisualBASIC, Delphi.

DaqView and DASYLab can only be used with one DaqBoard/2000 Series board or
/2000c Series board at a time. LabView can be used with multiple boards.
For multiple board use (via custom programming) refer to the Using Multiple

Devices section of the Programmer’s Manual. During software installation from the

data acquisition CD (p/n 1022-0601), a PDF version of the Programmer’s Manual is
automatically loaded onto your hard drive as a part of product support. The
default location is the Programs directory.

Reference Note:

Programming topics are covered in the Programmer’s User Manual (p/n 1008-0901).
As a part of product support, this manual is automatically loaded onto your hard drive
during software installation. The default location is the Programs directory, which can
be accessed through the Windows Desktop.

DaqBooks, DaqBoards and Daq PC-Cards

Daq products connect to one or more DBKs on their signal input side and a computer on their output side.
Each type of Daq device connects to the computer in a different way:

•

The DaqBook is an external module that connects to a computer’s enhanced parallel port (EPP)
interface or PC-Card link.

•

The DaqBoard [ISA type] board is an internal card that plugs into an ISA-bus slot within a
computer.

•

DaqBoard/2000 Series Boards plug into a PCI-bus slot, within a host PC.

•

DaqBoard/2000c Series boards plug into a compact-PCI-bus slot, within a host PC.

•

The Daq PC-Card slides into the PCMCIA slot of a host computer, typically a notebook PC.

Features common to the Daq products include:

•

100-kHz channel-to-channel scan and gain switching (10 µs);
200-kHz for DaqBoard/2000 Series and DaqBoard/2000c Series Boards.

•

512-location sequence memory that can be loaded with any combination of channels and gains.

•

Ability to access up to 256 different channels of DBK signals while maintaining the channel-to­channel scan rate. The DBK expansion options can accommodate mixed-signal inputs from
thermocouples and RTDs to isolated high-voltage inputs and strain gages.

•

Ability to handle 8 differential or 16 single-ended signal inputs without DBK expansion units.

•

Ability to handle fixed digital I/O up to 4 TTL lines in and 4 TTL lines out (accessible only if no
analog expansion cards are in use).

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Daq Data Acquisition Devices

Category Device Description

Primary
Acquisition
Device

DBK Option
Cards and
Modules

Software

DaqBook*

DaqBoard/2000
Series
DaqBoard/2000c
Series

DaqBoard (ISA types)*

Daq PC-Card*

Analog Signal
Conditioning

Analog Output

Digital I/O and Control

Expansion
Connections
Power Supply DBKs: 30A, 32A, 33, 34

Included Software DaqView, Post Data Acquisition Analysis Program (actual application not

Optional Software DaqView/2000, DaqViewXL, DASYLab

Portable Data Acquisition Modules

12-bit: DaqBook/100, /112, /120
16-bit: DaqBook/200, /216, /260

Plug-In Boards for PCI Bus-Slots

16-bit , 200 kHz. Six boards identified as /2000 through /2005

Plug-In Boards for Compact-PCI Bus-Slots

16-bit , 200 kHz. Six boards identified as /2000c through /2005c

Plug-In Boards for ISA Bus-Slots

12-bit: DaqBoard/100A, /112A
16-bit: DaqBoard/200A, /216A, /2000

Plug-In PCMCI Card

12-bit: Daq/112B
16-bit: Daq/216B

Cards and modules used to condition Analog Signals

DBK/ 4, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 17, 18, 19, 42, 43A, 44, 45, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54,
207, 207/CJC

Cards used to modify Analog Output Signals

DBK/ 2, 5

Cards and modules used to condition Digital I/O

DBK/ 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 208

Cards and modules used to expand the acquisition system.

DBK/ 1, 10, 11A, 35, 40, 41, 60, 200, 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 209

specified), Visual Basic extensions, Application Programming Interface
(API)

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