Measurement DaqBook 2000 User Manual

DaqBook/2000 Series

Installation Guide

For DaqBook/2000A, /2000E, /2000X

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DaqBook/2000 Series

Installation Guide

16-Bit, 200 kHz Multifunction

Data Acquisition Systems

p/n

1103-0940

Rev.

2.0

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A Comparison of Device Features …… IG-4

Connecting a DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X to a PC Parallel Port [Section A]

Connecting a DaqBook/2000E, or WaveBook/516E to the Ethernet [Section B]

Connecting a DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X to a DaqBook/2000E [Section C]

Appendix D – Device Connector Reference

Appendix E – System Expansion

Appendix F – Adding a Parallel Port to the PC

Appendix G – Resource and Performance Tests

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A Comparison of Device Features

DaqBook/2000A

DaqBook/2000X

DaqBook/2000E

Feature Description Applies to:

(with DBK46)

3 Card Exp.

Analog Input Channels

Analog Input signals enter through P1 and/or P4, go to MUX, to PGA, to Gain & Offset Amplifier, then to Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC).

Analog Output Channels [Available only with DBK46 Option]

Digital Signals go through Digital-to-Analog Converters via the optional DBK46 plug-in card, then through “DAC Out” on P3 and P4. The card includes a 256K Sample Buffer. Note that the DBK46 option is a “Factory Install” Option Only.

Digital I/O Channels

Digital signals pass through one 16-bit Digital I/O Port and three 8-bit Digital I/O Ports located on P2, P3, and/or P4.

Counter/Timers

Four 16-bit Counter Input signals and Two 16-bit Timer Output signals via P3 and/or P4 and System Controller.

10/100BaseT Ethernet Interface located on the chassis

DaqBook/2000E includes a 10/100BaseT Ethernet interface.

The

Note that DaqBook/2000A and DaqBook/2000X can connect to the DaqBook/2000E, or to a WBK25 Ethernet module.

3 Card Expansion

DaqBook/2000X includes three expansion slots that can accept a

The

wide variety of analog and digital DBK signal conditioning cards.

All Models

Each model, providing a DBK46 is installed.

All Models

/2000E

/2000X

DaqBook/2000 Series Devices are high-speed, multi-function, data acquisition systems for use with notebook and desktop PCs. They feature a 16-bit, 200-kHz A/D converter, digital calibration, 40 digital I/O lines, four counters, and two timers and

, if the optional DBK46 card is installed

, four 16-bit, 100-kHz

D/A converters

Up to 470 channels of analog and digital I/O can be accessed with one DaqBook/2000 Series Device.

All input and output signals can be connected via the three 37-pin DSUB connectors [P1, P2, and P3] located on the front panel. Duplicate I/O connectivity is also available on the rear panel via the 100-pin, P4 connector.

• P1 – Analog input port for 16 single-ended or 8 differential analog inputs with 13 software programmable ranges (±10 V to ±156 mV full scale).

• P2 – General purpose digital I/O port with 24 lines, or digital I/O expansion port controlling up to 192 external lines.

• P3 – 16-bit digital I/O port, counter inputs, timer outputs, and analog outputs.

• P4 – this 100-pin connector allows for optional connection to a DBK200 Series Device for

expansion from the rear panel. P4 connectivity provides no additional I/O to that which is available to P1, P2, and P3.

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Section A

Connecting a DaqBook/2000A or a DaqBook/2000X to a PC Parallel Port

CAUTION

CAUTIONCAUTION

Turn off power to the system devices and externally connected equipment before connecting cables. Electric shock or damage to equipment can result even under low-voltage conditions.

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

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 Programs group, which can be accessed from the Windows Desktop. You can also access documents directly from the data acquisition CD via the <View PDFs> button located on the CD’s opening screen.

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.

STEP A.1 –

Remove

Programs feature.

2. Place the Data Acquisition CD into the CD-ROM drive. Wait for PC to auto-run the CD. This may take a few moments, depending on your PC. If the CD does not auto-run, use the Desktop’s Start/Run/Browse feature to locate and run the CD’s setup.exe file.

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

Install the Software

previous version Daq drivers, if present. You can do this through the Windows Add/Remove

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

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STEP A.2 –

Connect the DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X to a Parallel Port

What you will need

• A computer with an available parallel port. If your PC has no parallel port available, refer to

Appendix F, Adding a Parallel Port to the PC.

• One parallel port cable, e.g. a CA-35-2 (2-foot) or a CA-35-12 (1-foot) cable.

How to make the connection:

1. Connect the parallel port cable to the parallel port connector on the rear panel of the DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X.

2. Connect the other end of the cable to the parallel port connector on the PC.

DB25 Parallel Port Connector

STEP A.3 –

Connect the System to Power

What you will need

A power supply with a range of +10 VDC to +30 VDC. The power supply needs to have a male DIN5 connector.

Note: The switching-mode power supply that is commonly used with DaqBook/2000 Series systems

Note: Various AC adapter models support power grids of USA, Europe, Japan, and Asia.

DIN5 POWER IN Connector (+10 to +30 VDC)

has an input range of 100 VAC to 240 VAC at 50 Hz to 60 Hz. The power supply’s output [to the DaqBook/2000 Series device] is 15 VDC @ 2.7 amps via a DIN5 connector.

Reference Note: It is possible to use a VDC power source other than the commonly used switching-mode power supply, often referred to as an adapter. However, you should consult the Power Management Section of your DaqBook/2000 Series User’s Manual (p/n 1103-0901) before doing so.

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How to make the connection:

1. Place the DaqBook/2000 Series device power switch in the “OFF” (0) position, if it is not already OFF.

2. Connect the DIN5 end of the adapter’s cable to the power in connector on the DaqBook/2000 Series device (see the preceding figure).

If using a power source other than the adapter, consult the Power Management Section of your DaqBook/2000 Series User’s Manual (p/n 1103-0901) before doing so.

3. Connect the adapter’s plug to a standard AC outlet.

4. If your adapter has a power switch, position it to “ON.”

urn ON the DaqBook/2000 Series device’s power by placing the power switch to the “1”

position. The power led will light up.

STEP A.4 –

Configure and Test the Hardware

1. Run the Daq*Configuration control panel applet. The applet can be accessed by navigating from the Windows’ Desktop as follows: Start ⇒⇒⇒⇒ Settings ⇒⇒⇒⇒ Control Panel ⇒⇒⇒⇒ Daq* Configuration

2. Select the “Computer” image in the Device Inventory configuration tree (see figure).

3. Click the <Add Device> button. The “Select Device Type” box will appear.

Section A

4. Select “DaqBook2000A/2000X” from the “Device Type” scroll-down. Note that the default name that appears in the Device Inventory configuration tree, e.g., “DaqBook2K0” can be renamed.

5. Click the <OK> button. The “Properties” box will appear for the selected device.

6. Ensure settings are correct, and make changes if needed. Refer to the following table for throughput speeds.

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Support for Parallel Port Communication Protocols

Protocol

Device Type, Applicability to

WaveBooks DaqBook/2000

Series

LogBooks

Estimated Throughput (Note 2)

4 bit Yes Yes No 40 to 50 Ks/sec

8 bit Yes Yes No 80 to 100 Ks/sec

SMC666

Yes Yes No 350 to 370 Ks/sec

EPP

Fast EPP

Yes Yes

No 500 Ks/sec

(Note 1)

(WBK20)

Fast EPP (WBK21)

Fast EPP

Yes Yes No 1.2 / Ms/sec

Yes Yes No 500 Ks/sec

(WBK23)

ECP Yes Yes Yes 350 to 400 Ks/sec

Note 1: No Windows NT support. Note 2: The values of expected throughput are estimates only. Actual thru-put may vary due to the specific

parallel port capabilities and BIOS settings of the computer involved.

7. Select the “Test Hardware” tab.

8. Verify that the DaqBook/2000 Series device has been properly installed and powered-on. Proper installation includes the parallel port cable being firmly in place on both the DaqBook/2000 Series device and on the host PC’s parallel port.

9. Click the <Resource Test> button.

Appendix G, Resource and Performance Test, includes a brief explanation of the test.

10. Click the <T

est> button.

Testing the DaqBook/2000 Series device may, in some cases, cause the system to hang. If test results are not displayed in 30 seconds or the system does not seem to be responding, reboot the system. Upon power-up, re-enter the Daq Configuration and change the DaqBook/2000 Series device configuration settings to those that work properly.

This completes the instructions for connecting a DaqBook/2000A or a DaqBook/2000X to a PC parallel port. At this point you should refer to the DaqBook/2000 Series User’s Manual (p/n 1103-0901) for additional system information. You can access the document directly from the opening screen of the data acquisition CD via the <View PDFs> button. The user manual includes pinouts, information on system expansion, data acquisition, and links to software and programming documents (in PDF format).

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Section B

Connecting a DaqBook/2000E or WaveBook/516E to the Ethernet

Introduction

The DaqBook/2000E and WaveBook/516E connect directly to an Ethernet port on a PC or network hub via the their built-in 10/100BaseT Ethernet interface. An Ethernet patch cable CA-242 (1.5 foot) or CA-242-7 (7 foot) cable is used to make the connection.

Contact the factory or your service representative in regard to Ethernet connectivity if your operating system is other than Windows NT, Windows 2000, or Windows XP.

The DaqBook/2000E and WaveBook/516E can be used as Ethernet interface devices for sister products that are not capable of direct Ethernet connection.

DaqBook/2000E

WaveBook/516E

Section B

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CAUTION

CAUTIONCAUTION

Turn off power to the system devices and externally connected equipment before connecting cables. Electric shock or damage to equipment can result even under low-voltage conditions.

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

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 Programs group, which can be accessed from the Windows Desktop. You can also access documents directly from the data acquisition CD via the <View PDFs> button located on the CD’s opening screen.

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.

STEP B.1 –

Remove

Programs feature.

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

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

Install the Software

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

STEP B.2 –

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Determine the type of Network Connection

To properly connect and configure a DaqBook/2000E or a WaveBook/516E, you must determine the type of network that the device will become part of. This is because the type of network used has a direct bearing on the IP address of the device.

Briefly, the four network types are as follows:

• Dedicated Network - with a direct cable connection from the PC to the device

• Dedicated Network - making use of a network hub or switch

• LAN with a DHCP Server

(Local Area Network with a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)

• LAN with no DHCP Server

(Local Area Network with no Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)

Brief descriptions and illustrations follow.

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Dedicated Network - with a direct cable connection from the PC to the device

In this scenario a DaqBook/2000E or a WaveBook/516E is connected directly to an Ethernet jack on a host computer.

Dedicated Network using a Direct Cable Connection

Dedicated Network - making use of a network hub or switch

In this scenario the DaqBook/2000E or WaveBook/516E connects to the Ethernet through a network hub or switch. At least one computer is also connected to the hub.

Dedicated Network using a Hub/Switch

Some network devices such as a wireless access point may act as a DHCP server. If this is the case, follow the instructions for the LAN with DHCP server. For detailed information consult the documentation that is specific to your network device.

LAN with a DHCP Server (Local Area Network with a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)

Many corporations use the LAN/Server with DHCP arrangement for their networks. In this type of setup several computers are typically connected to a network that makes use of a DHCP server. In addition, a DaqBook/2000E or WaveBook/516E is connected to the network hub/switch.

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Notes:

 Using a DaqBook/2000E or WaveBook/516E on a typical LAN may affect the speed of the network

and internet data transfer. Because of this we recommend adding a network card to the computer and using one of the two dedicated network configurations.

 Contact your network administrator before connecting a DaqBook/2000E or a WaveBook/516E

to a corporate network.

LAN with no DHCP Server [Currently Not Supported]

(Local Area Network with no Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)

This scenario looks the same as that shown in the previous illustration, except there is no Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). In this type of setup, one or more computers are connected to a network; and each computer has a static IP address. This configuration is currently not supported. We recommend adding a network card to the computer and using one of the two dedicated network configurations.

STEP B.3 –

Connect the System Components

Reference Note:

For examples of system connections, including cable use, refer to the following documents, as applicable:

 For DaqBook/2000 Series systems refer to Appendix E - System Expansion in the installation

guide (p/n 1103-0940).

 For WaveBook systems refer to the System Enhancement and Expansion section of the WaveBook

User’s Manual (p/n 489-0901).

What you will need to connect a DaqBook/2000E or a WaveBook/516E to the Ethernet

• An available connection to the Ethernet. The connection can be either

- an Ethernet jack on a computer or

- an Ethernet jack on a hub that is connected to the Ethernet.

• An Ethernet patch cable, e.g., a CA-242 (1.5 foot cable) or a CA-242-7 (7-foot cable).

1. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet jack on the DaqBook/2000E or WaveBook/516E.

2. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet jack on the host computer or network hub.

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STEP B.4 –

Power-up the System Components

What you will need

• A power supply with a range of +10 VDC to +30 VDC. The power supply needs to have a male DIN5 connector.

Note: The switching-mode power supply that is commonly used with these systems has an input

Note: Various AC adapter models support power grids of USA, Europe, Japan, and Asia.

How to make the connection:

1. Using the unit’s power switch, turn the DaqBook/2000E or WaveBook/516E “OFF. The switch will be in the “0” position and the power LED will be unlit.

2. Connect the DIN5 end of the adapter’s cable to the power in connector on the DaqBook/2000E or WaveBook/516E.

range of 100 VAC to 240 VAC at 50 Hz to 60 Hz. The power supply’s output [to the device] is typically 15 VDC @ 2.7 amps via a DIN5 connector.

If using a power source other than the adapter, consult the Power Management Section of your user’s manual prior to doing so.

3. Connect the adapter’s plug to a standard AC outlet.

4. If your adapter has a power switch, position it to “ON.”

urn ON the DaqBook/2000E or the WaveBook/516E by placing the power switch to the

“1” position. The power led will light up.

Reference Note: The power management and power requirements sections of the associated user’s manual should be reviewed prior to powering up a system.

 For DaqBook/2000 Series systems refer the DaqBook/2000 Series User’s Manual

(p/n 1103-0901).

 For WaveBook systems refer to the WaveBook User’s Manual (p/n 489-0901).

The PDF versions of these documents can be accessed from the data acquisition CD via the <View PDFs> button on the CD’s opening screen.

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STEP B.5 -

Configure the Computer’s Network Settings

[Applies to “dedicated networks” only]

If using a LAN (Local Area Network), skip this section and continue with

Configure and Test the System using the Daq*Configuration Applet (page B-9).

1. Open the Control Panel by navigating from the Windows Desktop as follows:

Start Menu ⇒⇒⇒⇒ Settings ⇒⇒⇒⇒ Control Panel.

2. Double-click the “Network and Dial-up Connections” icon.

3. Double-click the “Network Connection” icon for the network that the DaqBook/2000E or the WaveBook/516E is connected to.

Local Area Connection Status

4. In the “Local Area Connection Status” box (previous figure), click on the <Properties> button. The “Local Area Connection Properties” box will appear (following figure).

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