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USB-ERB24

USB-based 24-Relay Module

User's Guide

Document Revision 6, August, 2006

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Table of Contents

Preface

About this User’s Guide ......................................................................................................................vi

What you will learn from this user’s guide........................................................................................................vi

Conventions in this user’s guide........................................................................................................................vi

Where to find more information........................................................................................................................vi

Chapter 1

Introducing the USB-ERB24............................................................................................................. 1-1

Overview: USB-ERB24 features.................................................................................................................... 1-1

USB-ERB24 block diagram ........................................................................................................................... 1-2

Software features............................................................................................................................................ 1-2

Connecting a USB-ERB24 to your computer is easy..................................................................................... 1-3

Chapter 2

Installing the USB-ERB24................................................................................................................. 2-1

What comes with your USB-ERB24 shipment?............................................................................................. 2-1

Hardware ....................................................................................................................................................................... 2-1

Additional documentation.............................................................................................................................................. 2-1

Unpacking the USB-ERB24........................................................................................................................... 2-2

Installing the software .................................................................................................................................... 2-2

Installing the USB-ERB24 ............................................................................................................................. 2-2

Configuring the hardware switches................................................................................................................................ 2-2

Connecting the external power supply........................................................................................................................... 2-3

Connecting the USB-ERB24 to your system................................................................................................................. 2-4

Chapter 3

Functional Details ............................................................................................................................. 3-1

Internal components ....................................................................................................................................... 3-1

USB in connector........................................................................................................................................................... 3-1

USB out connector......................................................................................................................................................... 3-1

External power connectors............................................................................................................................................. 3-1

USB LED....................................................................................................................................................................... 3-2

PWR LED...................................................................................................................................................................... 3-2

Invert/non-invert switch (S1)......................................................................................................................................... 3-2

Pull-up/pull-down switch (S2)....................................................................................................................................... 3-3

Screw terminals.............................................................................................................................................................. 3-3

Daisy chaining additional relays to the USB-ERB24..................................................................................... 3-3

Power limitations using multiple USB-ERB24 devices ................................................................................. 3-4

Voltage drop ..................................................................................................................................................................3-4

Relay configuration ........................................................................................................................................ 3-4

Relay contact protection circuit for inductive loads....................................................................................................... 3-5

Chapter 4

Specifications.................................................................................................................................... 4-1

Output specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 4-1

Power.............................................................................................................................................................. 4-1

External power input ...................................................................................................................................... 4-2

External power output .................................................................................................................................... 4-2

USB specifications ......................................................................................................................................... 4-2

Relay contact pull-up/down option................................................................................................................. 4-3

Mechanical ..................................................................................................................................................... 4-3

Environmental ................................................................................................................................................ 4-3

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Main connector............................................................................................................................................... 4-3

Screw terminal 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 USB-ERB24 so that you get the most out of its electromechanical relay 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 helpful information relevant to the operation of the USB-ERB24.

 MCC's Specifications: USB-ERB24 (the PDF version of the Specifications chapter in this guide) is

available on our web site at www.mccdaq.com/pdfs/USB-ERB24.pdf

 MCC's Quick Start Guide is available on our web site at

www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/DAQ-Software-Quick-Start.pdf

 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

USB-ERB24 User's Guide (this document) is also available on our web site at

www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/USB-ERB24.pdf.

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User’s Guide is available on our web site at

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Chapter 1

Introducing the USB-ERB24

Overview: USB-ERB24 features

This user's guide contains all of the information you need to connect the USB-ERB24 to your computer and to the external devices you want to control. You can use the USB-ERB24 in your control applications to switch on and off a variety of devices, such as fans, blowers, pumps, etc.

The USB-ERB24 is a USB 2.0 full-speed electromechanical relay module supported under popular Microsoft Windows® operating systems.

The USB-ERB24 has 24 single-pole double-throw (SPDT) Form C electromechanical relays. The digital I/O lines on your MCC USB Series board directly control the relays on your USB-ERB24.

You connect your field wiring directly to the board's screw terminals. The screw terminals provide three connections to each relay – normally open (NO), normally closed (NC), and common (C).

You can configure the logic polarity and power-on state of each bank of relays with on-board switches. The relays are configurable as two banks of eight and two banks of four. Switch settings can be read back with software.

The USB-ERB24 is powered by an external 9 V, 3 A regulated power supply that is shipped with the device. A USB cable is also included. Power OUT and USB OUT connectors let you power and control multiple MCC USB Series boards from one external power source and one USB port in a daisy chain fashion. Depending on your load requirement, daisy chained boards may require a separate power supply.

The USB-ERB24 is enclosed in a rugged housing that you can mount on a DIN rail or on a bench (Figure 1-1).

Figure 1-1. USB-ERB24

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USB-ERB24 User's Guide Introducing the USB-ERB24

USB-ERB24 block diagram

USB-ERB24 functions are illustrated in the block diagram shown here.

Screw terminal

NOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC CNOCNC C

242322212019181716151413121110987654321

500 mA

USB 2.0

compliant

interface

Switch S1

(inv/non-inv)

Relay

Relay driver

driver

9.0 V

External

Power

Relay

Relay driver

Power

driver

Monitor

Power

Regulator

USB

Microcontroller

Switch S2

(pull-up/down)

Relay

Relay driver

driver

Relay

Relay driver

driver

Figure 1-2. USB-ERB24 functional block diagram

Relay 24

Relay 23

Relay 22

Relay 21

Relay 20

Relay 19

Relay 18

Relay 17

Relay 16

Relay 15

Relay 14

Relay 13

Relay 12

Relay 11

Relay 10

Relay 9

Relay 8

Relay 7

Relay 6

Relay 5

Relay 4

Relay 3

Relay 2

Relay 1

Software features

For information on the features of InstaCal and the other software included with your USB-ERB24, refer to the Quick Start Guide that shipped with your device. The Quick Start Guide is also available in PDF at

www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/DAQ-Software-Quick-Start.pdf

Check www.mccdaq.com/download.htm

for the latest software version or versions of the software supported

under less commonly used operating systems.

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USB-ERB24 User's Guide Introducing the USB-ERB24

Connecting a USB-ERB24 to your computer is easy

Installing a data acquisition device has never been easier.

 The USB-ERB24 relies upon the Microsoft Human Interface Device (HID) class drivers. The HID class

drivers ship with every copy of Windows that is designed to work with USB ports. We use the Microsoft HID because it is a standard, and its performance delivers full control and maximizes data transfer rates for your USB-ERB24. No third-party device driver is required.

 You can connect the USB-ERB24 before or after you install the software, and without powering down your

computer first. When you connect an HID to your system, your computer automatically detects it and configures the necessary software. You can connect multiple HID peripherals to your system using a USB hub.

 You can connect your system to various devices using a standard four-wire cable. The USB connector

replaces the serial and parallel port connectors with one standardized plug and port combination.

 Data can flow two ways between a computer and peripheral over USB connections.

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Installing the USB-ERB24

What comes with your USB-ERB24 shipment?

The following items are shipped with the USB-ERB24.

Hardware

 USB-ERB24

Chapter 2

 External power supply and cord (CB-PWR-9V3A) – 9 volt, 3 amp DC power supply

 USB cable (2 meter length)

Additional documentation

In addition to this hardware user's guide, you should also receive the Quick Start Guide (available in PDF at

www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/DAQ-Software-Quick-Start.pdf

the software you received with your USB-ERB24 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

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Unpacking the USB-ERB24

As with any electronic device, you should take care while handling to avoid damage from static electricity. Before removing the USB-ERB24 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 your USB-ERB24 is damaged, notify Measurement Computing Corporation immediately by phone, fax, or email. For international customers, contact your local distributor where you purchased the USB-ERB24.

 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 installing the 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 USB-ERB24

The USB-ERB24 has two on-board switches that you set to configure the relay logic polarity and the resistor pull-up/down configuration. Configure these switches before you connect the external power supply to the USB-ERB24. Factory-configured default settings are listed in . Refer to Fi for the location of each switch on the USB-ERB24.

Table 2-1

gure 3-1

Configuring the hardware switches

The USB-ERB24 has two on-board switches that you set to configure the relay control logic polarity and the

relay power-on state. Factory-configured default settings are listed in . Refer to for the

location of each switch on the USB-ERB24.

Table 2-1. Default switch configuration

Board label Description Default setting

INVERT NON-INVERT S1

Pull DOWN PULL UP S2

Each DIP switch sets the configuration of one relay group. The DIP switch labeled A configures relays 1 to 8, the switch labeled B configures relays 9 to 16, the switch labeled CL configures relays 17 to 20, and the switch labeled

CH configures relays 21 to 24 ( ). Figure 2-3

Configures the relay control logic parity per relay bank for invert or non-invert logic.

Configures the relay power-on state per relay bank for pull-up or pull-down.

Table 2-1

Figure 3-1

Non-invert

Pull-down

Configures 9-16relays Configures relays17-20

Configures relays21-24

Figure 2-3. Typical board switch

Port A consists of relays 1 through 8, Port B consists of relays 9 through 16, Port CL consists of relays 17 through 20, and Port CH consists of relays 21 through 24.

B CL CH

Remove from the enclosure to access the on-board switches

To change the configuration of a switch, you must first remove the USB-ERB24 from the enclosure.

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Relay control logic polarity

Configure the

Invert/non-invert switch (S1) to set the relay control logic polarity for each relay bank for invert

or non-invert. By default, this switch is shipped with all banks configured for non-inverted logic, as shown in

. Figure 2-4

NON-INVERTINVERT

A B CL

Figure 2-4. Relay logic switch S1

 NON-INVERT mode: when "0" is written or read back via the USB bus, the relays are not energized.  INVERT mode: when "0" is written or read back via the USB bus, the relays are energized.

Switch settings for polarity can be read back via software through the USB bus. Switch settings for S1 do not affect the power-on condition.

Relay power-on state

Configure the

Pull-up/pull-down switch (S2) to set the state of each relay bank at power-up. By default, this

product is shipped with the switch for all banks configured for pull-down (relays inactive at power up), as shown in Fi . Switch settings can be read back via software through the USB bus. gure 2-5

PULL UPPULL DOWN

A B CL

Figure 2-5. Resistor pull-up/down switch S2

 PULL-UP: the relays are put into an energized state at power-up, regardless of the state of switch S1  PULL-DOWN: the relays are put into a non-energized state at power-up.

Connecting the external power supply

Power to the USB-ERB24 is provided with the 9 V, 3 A external power supply (CB-PWR-9V3A). You must connect the external power supply before connecting the USB connector to the USB-ERB24.

To connect the power supply to your USB-ERB24, do the following:

Connect the external power cord to the power connector labeled (PWR IN on the board). Refer to Fi for the location of this connector. gure 3-1

Plug the AC adapter into a power outlet.

The

PWR LED illuminates green when 9 V power is supplied to the USB-ERB24. If the voltage supply is less

than 6.0 V or more than 12.5 V, the PWR LED does not light.

Do not connect external power to the POWER OUT connector

The power connector labeled POWER OUT on the enclosure (PWR OUT on the board) is used to provide power to an additional MCC USB Series product. If you connect the external power supply to the POWER OUT connector, the USB-ERB24 does not receive power, and the PWR LED will not illuminate.

POWER IN on the USB-ERB24 enclosure

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Connecting the USB-ERB24 to your system

To connect the USB-ERB24 to your system, turn your computer on, and connect the USB cable to a USB port on your computer or to an external USB hub that is connected to your computer. The USB cable provides communication to the USB-ERB24.

When you connect the USB-ERB24 for the first time, a Found New Hardware popup balloon (Windows XP) or dialog (other Windows versions) opens as the USB-ERB24 is detected.

When this balloon or dialog closes, the installation is complete. The USB LED should flash and then remain lit. This indicates that communication is established between the USB-ERB24 and your computer.

If you are running Windows XP and connect the USB-ERB24 to a USB 1.1 port, a balloon displays the message "

Your USB device can perform faster if you connect to a USB 2.0 port." You can ignore this message. The

USB-ERB24 will function properly when connected to a USB 1.1 port.

Caution! Do not disconnect any device from the USB bus while the computer is communicating with the

USB-ERB24, or you may lose data and/or your ability to communicate with the USB-ERB24.

If the LED turns off

If the LED is lit but then turns off, the computer has lost communication with the USB-ERB24. To restore communication, disconnect the USB cable from the computer, and then reconnect it. This should restore communication, and the LED should turn back on.

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Functional Details

Internal components

The USB-ERB24 has the following internal components, as shown in Figure 3-1.

 Two (2) USB connectors  Two (2) external power connectors  USB LED  PWR LED  Invert/non-invert switch (S1) — sets the relay control logic polarity  Pull-up/down switch (S2) — sets the relay power-on state  Screw terminals

USB I

POWER I

POWER

USB

OUT

Invert/non-invert

switch (S1)

Pull-up/pull-down

switch (S2)

Chapter 3

PWR LED

USB LED

Screw terminals

Figure 3-1. USB-ERB24 components

USB in connector

The USB out connector is labeled USB IN on the board and enclosure.

The USB IN connector is a USB 2.0 full-speed input connector that you connect to the USB port on your computer (or USB hub connected to your computer). This connector supports USB 1.1, USB 2.0 devices.

USB out connector

The USB out connector is labeled USB OUT on the board and enclosure.

The

USB OUT connector is a downstream hub output port intended for use with other MCC USB Series

products only. The USB hub is self-powered, and can provide 100 mA maximum current at 5 V.

For information on daisy chaining to other MCC USB Series products, refer to Daisy chaining additional

modules to the USB-ERB08 on page 3-3.

External power connectors

The USB-ERB24 has two external power connectors labeled POWER IN and POWER OUT on the enclosure. The

POWER IN connector is labeled PWR IN and P19 on the board, and the POWER OUT connector is labeled

PWR OUT and P20 on the board.

Connect the operate the USB-ERB24. The

POWER IN connector to the supplied +9 V external power supply. External power is required to

POWER OUT connector lets you power additional daisy chained MCC USB

Series products from a single external power supply. Depending on your load requirements, daisy chained products may require a separate power supply. Refer to "Power limitations using multiple USB-ERB24

devices" on page 3-4 for more information.

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USB LED

The USB LED indicates the communication status of the USB-ERB24. It uses up to 5 mA of current and cannot be disabled. explains the USB LED function. Table 3-2

Table 3-2. USB LED Illumination

USB LED illumination

Steady green The USB-ERB24 is connected to a computer or external USB hub.

Pulsing green

Indication

Initial communication is established between the USB-ERB24 and the computer, or data is being transferred.

PWR LED

The USB-ERB24 incorporates an on-board voltage supervisory circuit that monitors the external 9 V power. If the input voltage falls outside of the specified range, the

PWR LED shuts off. explains the function of

Table 3-3

the PWR LED.

Table 3-3. PWR LED Illumination

PWR LED illumination

Steady green External power is supplied to the USB-ERB24.

Off

Indication

Power is not supplied by the external supply, or a power fault has occurred. A power fault occurs when the input power falls outside of the specified voltage range of the external supply (6.0 V to 12.5 V).

Invert/non-invert switch (S1)

The Invert/non-invert switch (S1) sets the relay control logic per relay bank to either inverted or non-inverted. By default, switch S1 is configured for non-invert (see ). Figure 3-2

NON-INVERTINVERT

A B CL

Figure 3-2. Switch S1 default configuration

The switch labeled A configures relays 1 through 8, the switch labeled B configures relays 9 through 16, the switch labeled



NON-INVERT: when "0" is written or read back via the USB bus, the relays are not energized.

CH configures relays 17 through 20, the switch labeled CL configures relays 21 through 24.

 INVERT: when "0" is written or read back via the USB bus, the relays are energized.

Switch settings do not affect the power-on condition. Use InstaCal to read the current logic setting for each module group.

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Pull-up/pull-down switch (S2)

The Pull-up/pull-down switch (S2) sets the power-on state of each relay bank. By default, switch S2 is configured for pull-down (relays inactive at power-up – see ). Figure 3-3

PULL UPPULL DOWN

A B CL

Figure 3-3. Switch S2 default configuration

The switch labeled A configures relays 1 through 8, the switch labeled B configures relays 9 through 16, the switch labeled

 PULL UP: the relay energizes at power-up, regardless of the state of switch S1.  PULL DOWN: the relays are not energized at power-up.

Use InstaCal to read the current power-on state setting for each module group.

CH configures relays 17 through 20, the switch labeled CL configures relays 21 through 24.

Screw terminals

Connect external devices to the relay contacts using the USB-ERB24 board's 24 sets of screw terminals. Each relay has a normally closed (NC), common (C), and normally open (NO) contact. shows the screw terminals on a typical relay channel.

Figure 3-4

NC C NO

Figure 3-4. Typical relay channel

Each screw terminal is identified with a label on the board and on the underside of the enclosure lid.

Caution! Before connecting wires to the screw terminals, turn off the power to the USB-ERB24, and make

sure that the signal wires do not contain live voltages.

Use 12-22 AWG wire for your signal connections. Properly insulate the wires to avoid any short circuit to the other channels, ground, or other points on the board.

Caution! Keep the length of stripped wire at a minimum to avoid a short to the enclosure! When

connecting your field wiring to the screw terminals, use the strip gage on the terminal strip, or strip to 5.5 - 7.0 mm (0.215" to 0.275") long.

Daisy chaining additional relays to the USB-ERB24

Daisy chained MCC USB Series products connect to the USB bus through the high-speed hub on the USBERB24. You can daisy chain a maximum of four MCC USB Series products to a single USB 2.0 port or USB

1.1 port on your computer.

MCC USB Series products are USB 1.1 full-speed devices that provide a signaling bit rate of 12 Mb/s. The throughput rate is shared by all devices connected to the USB bus.

Use the supplied cable or an equivalent full-speed cables cable when daisy chaining to additional MCC USB Series products.

To daisy chain two or more USB-ERB24 relay boards, follow the steps below. This procedure assumes you already have one USB-ERB24 connected to a computer and to an external power source. The USB-ERB24 already connected to the computer is referred to as the connected module. The USB-ERB24 you want to daisy chain to the connected board is referred to as the new module.

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Connect the POWER OUT connector on the connected module to the POWER IN connector on the new module.

This step is required only if you plan to daisy chain power to another module.

Connect the USB OUT connector on the connected module to the USB IN connector on the new module.

To add another module, repeat steps 1-2, with the module you just connected now being the connected module.

A daisy chain example is shown in . Note that the last board in the chain is supplied with external power.

PWR

POWER IN

9V3A supply

Figure 3-5

USB port to USB IN

Figure 3-5. Daisy chain connections

USB OUT to USB IN

POWER OUT to POWER IN

USB OUT to USB IN

PWR

9V3A supply

to POWER IN

Power limitations using multiple USB-ERB24 devices

When daisy chaining additional MCC USB Series products to the USB-ERB24, you must ensure that you provide adequate power to each board that you connect. The USB-ERB24 is powered with a 9 VDC nominal,

3.0 A external power supply.

Voltage drop

A drop in voltage occurs with each board connected in a daisy chain system. The voltage drop between the power supply input and the daisy chain output is 0.5 V maximum. Factor in this voltage drop when you configure a daisy chain system to ensure that at least 6.0 VDC is provided to the last board in the chain.

Relay configuration

You can install a pull-up or pull-down resistor at the NO and NC terminals on each relay. Note that the pull-up resistors are tied to the 5 V power and should be considered when calculating the power budget. The relay configuration is illustrated in the following schematic

User-installed

Digital output from the user

Buffer/

driver

10 k resistor

Pull-up/pull-down

switch S2

Figure 3-6. Relay configuration

NO NC

3-4

pull-up / pull-down resistor

+5 GND

Screw terminals (3 per relay)

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The relay contacts associated that are with each relay location are listed in . Table 3-4

Table 3-4. Relay locations and associated contacts

R35, R36, R41, R43, R45, R47, R49, R51, R87, R89, R91, R93, R96, R98, R100, R102, R103, R105, R107, R109, R112, R114, R116, R118

R37, R40, R42,R44, R46, R48, R50, R52, R88, R90, R92, R94, R95, R97, R99, R101, R104, R106, R108, R110, R111, R113, R115, R117

Relays NO contact pull-up (to USB +5 V) / pull-down, user installed.

Relays NC contact pull-up (to USB +5 V) / pull-down, user installed

Relay contact protection circuit for inductive loads

When you connect an inductive load to a relay, energy stored in the inductive load can induce a large voltage surge when you switch the relay. This voltage can severely damage the relay contacts. To limit the voltage surge across the inductive load in a DC circuit, install a kickback diode across the inductive load. Refer to the contact protection circuit in F . For AC loads, install a metal oxide varistor (MOV). igure 3-7

Relay

Figure 3-7. Relay contact protection circuit

Inductive

Load

Kickback

Diode

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Specifications

Typical for 25 °C unless otherwise specified. Specifications in italic text are guaranteed by design.

Output specifications

Table 1. Output specifications

Number of relays 24

Relay configuration 2 banks of 8 and 2 banks of 4

Contact configuration

Contact rating 6 A @ 240 VAC or 28 VDC resistive

Contact resistance 100 milliohms max (initial value)

Operate time 10 milliseconds max

Release time 5 milliseconds max

Vibration 10 to 55 Hz (amplitude 1.5 mm)

Shock 10 G (11 milliseconds)

Dielectric isolation (between relay open contact)

Dielectric isolation (between PCB output lines)

Life expectancy 10 million mechanical operations, min

S2 = pull-up Energized. NO in contact with Common Power on state

S2 = pull-down Not energized. NC in contact to Common

Relay control logic polarity

Pull-up / pull-down User-configurable per bank via switch S2 for pull-down (default) or pull-up.

24 Form C (SPDT) Normally Open, Normally Closed and Common available at screw terminals

300 VAC, 50/60 Hz (1 minute)

500VAC, 50/60 Hz (1 minute)

User-configurable per bank via switch S1 for invert or non-invert (default). Switch settings for polarity can be read back via software through the USB bus. Switch settings do not affect the power on condition. Non-invert mode, when "0" is written or read back via the USB bus, relays are not energized. Invert mode, when "0" is written or read back via the USB bus, relays are energized.

Switch settings can be read back via software.

 Pull-down will put the relays in non-energized mode on power up.  Pull-up will put the relays in energized mode on power up.

Chapter 4

Power

Table 2. Power specifications

Parameter Conditions Specification

USB +5 V input voltage range 4.75 V min. to

5.25 V max.

USB +5 V supply current All modes of operation 10 mA max

External power supply (required) MCC p/n CB-PWR-9V3A 9 V ±10% @ 3 A

Voltage supervisor limits - PWR LED

< 6.0 V

ext

6.0 V < V

All relays on, 100 mA downstream hub power 1.5 A typ, 1.8 A max External power consumption

All relays off, 100 mA downstream hub power 230 mA typ, 270 mA max

> 12.5 V PWR LED = Off (power fault)

, Vext

< 12.5 V PWR LED = On

ext

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External power input

Table 3. External power input specifications

Parameter Conditions Specification

External power input

Voltage supervisor limits - PWR LED (Note 1)

External power adapter (included) MCC p/n CB-PWR-9V3A +9 V ±10%, @ 3 A

Note 1: The USB-ERB24 monitors the external +9 V power supply voltage with a voltage supervisory

6.0 V > V

6.0 V < V

or V

ext

> 12.5 V PWR LED = Off (power fault)

ext

< 12.5 V PWR LED = On

+6.0 VDC to 12.5 VDC (9 VDC power supply included).

circuit. If this power supply exceeds its specified limit, the PWR LED will turn off indicating a power fault condition.

External power output

Table 4. External power output specifications

Parameter Conditions Specification

External power output - current range 4.0 A max.

External power output (Note 2)

Compatible cable(s) for daisy chain C-MAPWR-x x = 2 , 3 or 6 feet

Note 2: The daisy chain power output option allows multiple MCC USB Series products to be powered

Voltage drop between power input and daisy chain power output

from a single external power source in a daisy chain fashion. The voltage drop between the module power supply input and the daisy chain output is 0.5 V max. Users must plan for this drop to ensure the last module in the chain will receive at least 6.0 VDC.

0.5 V max

USB specifications

Table 5. USB specifications

USB "B" connector Input

USB device type USB 2.0 (full-speed)

Device compatibility USB 1.1, USB 2.0

USB "A" connector Downstream hub output port

Supports USB 2.0 high-speed, full-speed and low-speed operating points USB hub type

Self-powered, 100 mA max downstream VBUS capability

Compatible products MCC USB Series devices

USB cable type (upstream and downstream)

USB cable length 3 meters max.

A-B cable, UL type AWM 2527 or equivalent. (min 24 AWG VBUS/GND, min 28 AWG D+/D-)

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Relay contact pull-up/down option

Table 6. Relay pull-up/pull-down specifications

R35, R36, R41, R43, R45, R47, R49, R51, R87, R89, R91, R93, R96, R98, R100, R102, R103, R105, R107, R109, R112, R114, R116, R118

R37, R40, R42,R44, R46, R48, R50, R52, R88, R90, R92, R94, R95, R97, R99, R101, R104, R106, R108, R110, R111, R113, R115, R117

Mechanical

Table 7. Mechanical specifications

Card dimensions

431.8 mm (L) x 121 mm (W) x 20.3 mm (H)

17.0" (L) x 4.8" (W) x 0.8" (H)

482.6 mm (L) x 125.7 mm (W) x 58.9 mm (H) Enclosure dimensions

19.00" (L) x 4.95" (W)x 2.32" (H)

Environmental

Table 8. Environmental specifications

Operating temperature range Storage temperature range -40 to 100 °C Humidity 0 to 95% non-condensing

0 to 70 °C

Main connector

Table 9. Main connector specifications

Relays NO contact pull-up (to USB +5 V) / pull-down, user installed.

Relays NC contact pull-up (to USB +5 V) / pull-down, user installed

Connector type Screw terminal

Wire gauge range 12 to 22 AWG

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Screw terminal pin out

Table 10. Screw terminal pin out

Pin Signal Name

1-NC Relay 1 Normally Closed contact 1-C Relay 1 Common contact 1-NO Relay 1 Normally Open contact 2-NC Relay 2 Normally Closed contact 2-C Relay 2 Common contact 2-NO Relay 2 Normally Open contact 3-NC Relay 3 Normally Closed contact 3-C Relay 3 Common contact 3-NO Relay 3 Normally Open contact 4-NC Relay 4 Normally Closed contact 4-C Relay 4 Common contact 4-NO Relay 4 Normally Open contact 5-NC Relay 5 Normally Closed contact 5-C Relay 5 Common contact 5-NO Relay 5 Normally Open contact 6-NC Relay 6 Normally Closed contact 6-C Relay 6 Common contact 6-NO Relay 6 Normally Open contact 7-NC Relay 7 Normally Closed contact 7-C Relay 7 Common contact 7-NO Relay 7 Normally Open contact 8-NC Relay 8 Normally Closed contact 8-C Relay 8 Common contact 8-NO Relay 8 Normally Open contact 9-NC Relay 9 Normally Closed contact 9-C Relay 9 Common contact 9-NO Relay 9 Normally Open contact 10-NC Relay 10 Normally Closed contact 10-C Relay 10 Common contact 10-NO Relay 10 Normally Open contact 11-NC Relay 11 Normally Closed contact 11-C Relay 11 Common contact 11-NO Relay 11 Normally Open contact 12-NC Relay 12 Normally Closed contact 12-C Relay 12 Common contact 12-NO Relay 12 Normally Open contact 13-NC Relay 13 Normally Closed contact 13-C Relay 13 Common contact 13-NO Relay 13 Normally Open contact 14-NC Relay 14 Normally Closed contact 14-C Relay 14 Common contact 14-NO Relay 14 Normally Open contact 15-NC Relay 15 Normally Closed contact 15-C Relay 15 Common contact 15-NO Relay 15 Normally Open contact 16-NC Relay 16 Normally Closed contact 16-C Relay 16 Common contact 16-NO Relay 16 Normally Open contact 17-NC Relay 17 Normally Closed contact 17-C Relay 17 Common contact 17-NO Relay 17 Normally Open contact 18-NC Relay 18 Normally Closed contact 18-C Relay 18 Common contact 18-NO Relay 18 Normally Open contact 19-NC Relay 19 Normally Closed contact 19-C Relay 19 Common contact 19-NO Relay 19 Normally Open contact 20-NC Relay 20 Normally Closed contact 20-C Relay 20 Common contact 20-NO Relay 20 Normally Open contact 21-NC Relay 21 Normally Closed contact 21-C Relay 21 Common contact 21-NO Relay 21 Normally Open contact 22-NC Relay 22 Normally Closed contact 22-C Relay 22 Common contact

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Pin Signal Name

22-NO Relay 22 Normally Open contact 23-NC Relay 23 Normally Closed contact 23-C Relay 23 Common contact 23-NO Relay 23 Normally Open contact 24-NC Relay 24 Normally Closed contact 24-C Relay 24 Common contact 24-NO Relay 24 Normally Open contact

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Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer: surement Computing Corporation Mea 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

USB-ERB24

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, EN 61326 (1997) Amendment 1 (1998)

Emissions: Group 1, Class A

 EN 55011 (1990)/CISPR 11: Radiated and Conducted emissions.

Immunity: EN61326, Annex A

 IEC 1000-4-2 (1995): Electrostatic Discharge immunity, Criteria C.  IEC 1000-4-3 (1995): Radiated Electromagnetic Field immunity Criteria C.  IEC 1000-4-4 (1995): Electric Fast Transient Burst immunity Criteria A.  IEC 1000-4-5 (1995): Surge immunity Criteria C.  IEC 1000-4-6 (1996): Radio Frequency Common Mode immunity Criteria A.  IEC 1000-4-8 (1994): Magnetic Field immunity Criteria A.  IEC 1000-4-11 (1994): Voltage Dip and Interrupt immunity Criteria A.

Declaration of Conformity based on tests conducted by Chomerics Test Services, Woburn, MA 01801, USA in June, 2005. Test records are outlined in Chomerics Test Report #EMI4221.05.

We hereby declare that the equipment specified conforms to the above Directives and Standards.

Carl Haapaoja, Director of Quality Assurance

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Measurement USB-TC User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Preface

About this User’s Guide

What you will learn from this user’s guide

Conventions in this user’s guide

Where to find more information

Introducing the USB-ERB24

Overview: USB-ERB24 features

USB-ERB24 block diagram

Software features

Connecting a USB-ERB24 to your computer is easy

Installing the USB-ERB24

What comes with your USB-ERB24 shipment?

Hardware

Additional documentation

Unpacking the USB-ERB24

Installing the software

Installing the USB-ERB24

Configuring the hardware switches

Relay control logic polarity

Relay power-on state

Connecting the external power supply

Connecting the USB-ERB24 to your system

Functional Details

Internal components

USB in connector

USB out connector

External power connectors

USB LED

PWR LED

Invert/non-invert switch (S1)

Pull-up/pull-down switch (S2)

Screw terminals

Daisy chaining additional relays to the USB-ERB24

Power limitations using multiple USB-ERB24 devices

Voltage drop

Relay configuration

Relay contact protection circuit for inductive loads

Specifications

Output specifications

Power

External power input

External power output

USB specifications

Relay contact pull-up/down option

Mechanical

Environmental

Main connector

Screw terminal pin out