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Table of Contents
About this User's Guide .......................................................................................................................v
What you will learn from this user's guide .........................................................................................................v
Conventions in this user's guide .........................................................................................................................v
Where to find more information.........................................................................................................................v
Chapter 1
Introducing the PCI-CTR10 .............................................................................................................. 1-1
Unpacking the PCI-CTR10............................................................................................................................. 2-2
Installing the software .................................................................................................................................... 2-2
Installing the PCI-CTR10............................................................................................................................... 2-2
Connecting the board for I/O operations ........................................................................................................ 2-3
Connectors, cables – main I/O connector....................................................................................................................... 2-3
Field wiring, signal termination and conditioning ......................................................................................................... 2-4
Chapter 3
Programming and software applications ....................................................................................... 3-1
Programming languages ................................................................................................................................. 3-1
Digital input / output....................................................................................................................................... 4-2
Power consumption ........................................................................................................................................ 4-3
Main connector and pin out............................................................................................................................ 4-4
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Preface
About this User's Guide
What you will learn from this user's guide
This user's guide explains how to install, configure, and use the PCI-CTR10 so that you get the most out of the
counter features.
This user's guide also refers you to related documents available on our web site, and to technical support
resources.
Conventions in this user's guide
For more information on …
Text presented in a box signifies additional information and helpful hints related to the subject matter you are
reading.
Caution! Shaded caution statements present information to help you avoid injuring yourself and others,
damaging your hardware, or losing your data.
<#:#> Angle brackets that enclose numbers separated by a colon signify a range of numbers, such as those assigned
to registers, bit settings, etc.
bold text Bold text is used for the names of objects on the screen, such as buttons, text boxes, and check boxes. For
example:
1. Insert the disk or CD and click the OK button.
italic text Italic text is used for the names of manuals and help topic titles, and to emphasize a word or phrase. For
example:
The InstaCal installation procedure is explained in the Quick Start Guide.
Never touch the exposed pins or circuit connections on the board.
Where to find more information
The following electronic documents provide information that can help you get the most out of your PCI-CTR10
board.
! MCC's Specifications: PCI-CTR10 (the PDF version of the Specifications chapter in this guide) is available
on our web site at www.mccdaq.com/pdfs/PCI-CTR10.pdf
! MCC's Quick Start Guide is available on our web site at
! MCC's Guide to Signal Connections is available on our web site at
www.mccdaq.com/signals/signals.pdf
! MCC's Universal Library User's Guide is available on our web site at
www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/sm-ul-user-guide.pdf
! MCC's Universal Library Function Reference is available on our web site at
www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/sm-ul-functions.pdf
! MCC's Universal Library for LabVIEW
www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/SM-UL-LabVIEW.pdf
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User’s Guide is available on our web site at
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PCI-CTR10 User's Guide (this document) is also available on our web site at
www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/PCI-CTR10.pdf
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Chapter 1
Introducing the PCI-CTR10
The PCI-CTR10 is a high-performance, low-cost counter/timer board for PCI bus-compatible computers.
The PCI-CTR10 is based on the 9513 counter/timer device. The PCI-CTR10 has two 9513 devices installed.
Each 9513 has five independent 16-bit counters (65,536 counts). An input source, count register, load register,
hold register, alarm register, output, and gate are associated with each counter.
The 9513 is software-programmable for event counting, pulse and frequency measurement, alarm comparisons,
and other input functions. The 9513 can generate frequencies with either complex duty cycles, or with one-shot
and continuous-output modes. You can chain up to five 9513 devices together using software to enable a 32-,
48-, 64-, or 80-bit counter that does not require hardware connections. The gate source and gating functions are
software-programmable.
An eight-bit, high-current digital output port provides logic-level control, and can be used to switch solid state
relays. An eight-bit digital input port can be used to sense contact closures. The 9513 device also provides
access to the PCI bus interrupts.
For more information on the 9513 counter/timer, refer to the 9513 data sheet. This document is available at
www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/9513A.pdf
.
Software features
For information on the features of InstaCal and the other software included with your PCI-CTR10, refer to the
Quick Start Guide that shipped with your device. The Quick Start Guide is also available in PDF at
the software you received with your PCI-CTR10 and information regarding installation of that software. Please
read this booklet completely before installing any software or hardware.
). This booklet supplies a brief description of
Optional components
! Cables
C37FF-x
! Signal termination and conditioning accessories
MCC provides signal termination and signal conditioning products for use with the PCI-CTR10. Refer to
Field wiring, signal termination and conditioning
C37FFS-x
for a complete list of compatible accessory products.
2-1
PCI-CTR10 User's Guide Installing the PCI-CTR10
Unpacking the PCI-CTR10
As with any electronic device, you should take care while handling to avoid damage from static
electricity. Before removing the PCI-CTR10 from its packaging, ground yourself using a wrist strap or by
simply touching the computer chassis or other grounded object to eliminate any stored static charge.
If any components are missing or damaged, notify Measurement Computing Corporation immediately by
phone, fax, or e-mail:
! Phone: 508-946-5100 and follow the instructions for reaching Tech Support.
! Fax: 508-946-9500 to the attention of Tech Support
! Email: techsupport@mccdaq.com
Installing the software
Refer to the Quick Start Guide for instructions on installingthe software on the Measurement Computing Data
Acquisition Software CD. This booklet is available in PDF at www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/DAQ-Software-
Quick-Start.pdf.
Installing the PCI-CTR10
The PCI-CTR10 board is completely plug-and-play, with no switches or jumpers to set. Configuration is
controlled by your system's BIOS. To install your board, follow the steps below.
Install the MCC DAQ software before you install your board
The driver needed to run your board is installed with the MCC DAQ software. Therefore, you need to install the
MCC DAQ software before you install your board. Refer to the Quick Start Guide for instructions on installing
the software.
Turn your computer off, open it up, and locate two adjacent PCI expansion slots.
1.
From the rear of the computer, place the PCI-CTR10 in the left hand of the two empty slots, so that the
2.
empty slot is on the component side of the PCI-CTR10. Cabling is easier when there is an empty slot on the
component side of the board.
3.
Close your computer and turn it on.
If you are using an operating system with support for plug-and-play (such as Windows 2000 or
Windows XP), a dialog box opens as the system loads, indicating that new hardware has been detected. If
the information file for this board is not already loaded onto your PC, you are prompted for the disk
containing this file. The Measurement Computing Data Acquisition Software CD supplied with your board
contains this file. If required, insert the disk or CD and click
To test your installation and configure your board, run the InstaCal utility you installed in the previous section.
Refer to the Quick Start Guide that came with your board for information on how to initially set up and load
InstaCal.
OK.
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PCI-CTR10 User's Guide Installing the PCI-CTR10
Connecting the board for I/O operations
Connectors, cables – main I/O connector
Table 2-1
lists the board connectors, applicable cables and compatible accessory boards.
Note 1: The BP-37/P is required to cable all CTR B signals from connector P2 to the PC bulkhead.
Pinout – main I/O connector
The PCI-CTR10 has two male, 37-pin D-type connector - P1 and P2 (see .) Digital input, digital
output and interrupt signals from the 9513 are all accessible on these connectors.
The signals on both connectors are identical. The second 9513 device on the PCI-CTR10 is accessible via
connector P2 at the rear of the board, and is wired identically to the 9513 device on connector P1.
For general information regarding digital I/O techniques, including signal conditioning and low pass filters,
refer to the Guide to Signal Connections. This document is available on our web site at
www.mccdaq.com/signals/signals.pdf).
The red stripe
1
20
37
19
identifies pin # 1
Figure 2-2. C37FF-x cable
1
20
19
37
Figure 2-3. C37FFS-x cable
Field wiring, signal termination and conditioning
1
19
20
37
1
20
37
19
You can use the following MCC screw terminal boards and relay racks with the PCI-CTR10 board using the
C37FF-x or C37FFS-x cable.
!
SCB37 — 37-conductor, shielded signal connection/screw terminal box that provides two independent 37-
pin connections. Details on this product are available at
BP-37/P— PCI backplate with 37-pin connector/cable. Details on this product are available on our web site
!
at www.mccdaq.com/cbicatalog/cbiproduct.asp?dept_id=103&pf_id=1520
.
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Chapter 3
Programming and software applications
Programming languages
Measurement Computing’s Universal Library™ provides access to board functions from a variety of Windows
programming languages. If you are planning to write programs, or would like to run the example programs for
Visual Basic
site at www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/sm-ul-user-guide.pdf
Packaged applications programs
Many packaged application programs, such as SoftWIRE and HP-VEE™, now have drivers for your board. If
the package you own does not have drivers for your board, please fax or e-mail the package name and the
revision number from the install disks. We will research the package for you and advise how to obtain drivers.
Some application drivers are included with the Universal Library package, but not with the application package.
If you have purchased an application package directly from the software vendor, you may need to purchase our
Universal Library and drivers. Please contact us by phone, fax or e-mail:
or any other language, please refer to the Universal Library User's Guide (available on our web
).
! Phone: 508-946-5100 and follow the instructions for reaching Tech Support.
! Fax: 508-946-9500 to the attention of Tech Support
! Email: techsupport@mccdaq.com
Register-level programming
We recommend that you use the Universal Library or one of the packaged application programs mentioned
above for controlling your board. Only experienced programmers should attempt register level-programming.
If you must use register-level programming in your application, refer to the Register Map for the PCI-CTR10.
This document is available on our web site at www.mccdaq.com/registermaps/RegMapPCI-CTR10.pdf
3-1
Chapter 4
Specifications
Typical for 25 °C unless otherwise specified.
Specifications in italic text are guaranteed by design.
Counters
Refer to CTS9513-2 data sheet for complete 9513 specifications and operating modes. The SAVE command for
the CTS9513 device does not behave predictably when using clocks which are not synchronous with the logic
timing. If the SAVE command must be used, we strongly recommend that the 3.3 MHz clock derived from the
33 MHz PCI clock be selected as the clock source. The CTS9513-2 data sheet is available on our web site at
www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/9513A.pdf
Parameter Conditions
Counter type CTS9513
Configuration Two 9513 devices. Five up/down counters per 9513, 16-bits each.
! Terminal count of previous counter
! X2 clock frequency scaler
Gate Software selectable source:
External:
! Active high or low level or edge, counter 1 – 5 gate input
! Active high level previous gate or next gate
! All external gate signals (CTRnGATE) individually pulled up through 10K resistors to
+5V.
Internal:
! Active high previous counter terminal count
! No gating.
Output
Osc Out Software selectable source:
Clock input frequency 6.8 MHz max (145 nS min period)
X2 clock input sources Software selectable:
Software selectable:
! Always low
! High pulse on terminal count
! Low pulse on terminal count
! Toggle on terminal count
! Inactive, high impedance at user connector counter # output.
Manufacturer: Measurement Computing Corporation
Address: 10 Commerce Way
Suite 1008
Norton, MA 02766
USA
Category: Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.
Measurement Computing Corporation declares under sole responsibility that the product
PCI-CTR10
to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the relevant provisions of the following standards or other
documents:
EU EMC Directive 89/336/EEC: Electromagnetic Compatibility, EN55022 (1995), EN55024 (1998)
Emissions: Group 1, Class B
! EN55022 (1995): Radiated and Conducted emissions.
Immunity: EN55024
! EN61000-4-2 (1995): Electrostatic Discharge immunity, Criteria A.
! EN61000-4-3 (1997): Radiated Electromagnetic Field immunity Criteria A.
! EN61000-4-4 (1995): Electric Fast Transient Burst immunity Criteria A.
! EN61000-4-5 (1995): Surge immunity Criteria A.
! EN61000-4-6 (1996): Radio Frequency Common Mode immunity Criteria A.
! EN61000-4-8 (1994): Power Frequency Magnetic Field immunity Criteria A.
! EN61000-4-11 (1994): Voltage Dip and Interrupt immunity Criteria A.
Declaration of Conformity based on tests conducted by Chomerics Test Services, Woburn, MA 01801, USA in
September, 2001. Test records are outlined in Chomerics Test Report #EMI3053.01.
We hereby declare that the equipment specified conforms to the above Directives and Standards.
Carl Haapaoja, Director of Quality Assurance
Measurement Computing Corporation
10 Commerce Way
Suite 1008
Norton, Massachusetts 02766
(508) 946-5100
Fax: (508) 946-9500
E-mail: info@mccdaq.com
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