National Instruments FieldPoint FP-DI-330, FieldPoint cFP-DI-330 Operating Instructions Manual

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FieldPoint™ Operating Instructions
FP-DI-330 and cFP-DI-330
Eight-Channel Universal Digital Input Module
These operating instructions describe how to install and use the National Instruments FP-DI-330 and cFP-DI-330 digital input modules (referred to inclusively as the [c]FP-DI-330). For information about configuring and accessing the [c]FP-DI-330 over a network, refer to the user manual for the FieldPoint network module you are using.

Features

The [c]FP-DI-330 is a FieldPoint digital input module with the following features:
Eight digital input channels
Universal inputs that work with any voltage from 5 V TTL level up to 250 VDC/VAC
Compatibility with sourcing, sinking, or power-sensing applications
On/Off LED indicators
250 V verified by 2,300 V
–40 to 70 °C operation
Hot swappable
CAT II continuous channel-to-ground isolation,
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, 1 minute dielectric withstand test
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Installing the FP-DI-330

The FP-DI-330 mounts on a FieldPoint terminal base (FP-TB-x), which provides operating power to the module. Installing the FP-DI-330 onto a powered terminal base does not disrupt the operation of the bank.
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To install the FP-DI-330, refer to Figure 1 and complete the following steps:
1. Slide the terminal base key to position X.
2. Align the FP-DI-330 alignment slots with the guide rails on the terminal base.
3. Press firmly to seat the FP-DI-330 on the terminal base. When the module is firmly seated, the terminal base latch locks it into place.
4
5
3
6
1
1 I/O Module 2 Terminal Base 3 Alignment Slot
4Key 5 Latch 6 Guide Rails

Figure 1. Installing the FP-DI-330

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Installing the cFP-DI-330

The cFP-DI-330 mounts on a Compact FieldPoint backplane (cFP-BP-x), which provides operating power to the module. Installing the cFP-DI-330 onto a powered backplane does not disrupt the operation of the bank.
To install the cFP-DI-330, refer to Figure 2 and complete the following steps:
1. Align the captive screws on the cFP-DI-330 with the holes on the backplane. The alignment keys on the cFP-DI-330 prevent backward insertion.
2. Press firmly to seat the cFP-DI-330 on the backplane.
3. Using a number 2 Phillips screwdriver with a shank of at least 64 mm (2.5 in.) length, tighten the captive screws to 1.1 N ⋅ m
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(10 lb in.) of torque. The nylon coating on the screws prevents them from loosening.
3 5
2
2
1
1 cFP I/O Module 2 Captive Screws 3 cFP Controller Module

Figure 2. Installing the cFP-DI-330

4
4
4 Screw Holes 5 cFP Backplane

Wiring the [c]FP-DI-330

The FP-TB-x terminal base has connections for each FP-DI-330 input channel and for an external supply to power field devices. The cFP-CB-x connector block provides the same connections for the cFP-DI-330. You can wire each channel to a switch, a sourcing-output device, a sinking-output device, or a load.
Each channel has two input terminals, IN terminal, V
; and a common terminal, COM. All eight COM
SUP
terminals are internally connected to each other and to the C terminals. All eight V
terminals are internally connected to
SUP
each other and to the V terminals.
and INb; a supply
a
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You can use a 5–250 VDC external power supply to power field devices. Connect the positive lead of the external power supply to both V terminals and the negative lead to both C terminals. Ensure that the current through both V terminals can never exceed 2 A.
Install 2 A maximum, fast-acting fuses between the external power supply and the V terminals. The wiring diagrams in this document show fuses where appropriate.
Table 1 lists the terminal assignments for the signals associated with each channel. The terminal assignments are the same for the FP-TB-x terminal bases and the cFP-CB-x connector blocks.

Table 1. Terminal Assignments

Terminal Numbers
Channel
0 1 2 17 18
1 3 4 19 20
2 5 6 21 22
3 7 8 23 24
4 9 10 25 26
5 11 12 27 28
6 13 14 29 30
7 15 16 31 32
IN
a
IN
b
V
SUP
COM
If you are using the cFP-DI-330 in a hazardous voltage application, you must use the cFP-CB-1 connector block or a suitable hazardous voltage cable. A hazardous voltage is a voltage greater than 42.4 V
Caution Ensure that hazardous voltage wiring is
or 60 VDC.
peak
performed only by qualified personnel adhering to local electrical standards.
Caution Do not mix circuits with hazardous voltages and
human-accessible circuits on the same module.
Caution Cascading power between two modules defeats
isolation between those modules. Cascading power from the network module defeats all isolation between modules in the FieldPoint bank.
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Connecting Devices to the [c]FP-DI-330

Figure 3 shows how to connect several types of devices to channels of the [c]FP-DI-330. Devices connected to V common potential.
2 A
Max
V
SUP
IN
(Ch 1)
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
a
(Ch 1)
b
COM
V
(Ch 2)
a
(Ch 2)
b
COM
V
(Ch 3)
a
(Ch 3)
b
COM
V
(Ch 4)
a
(Ch 4)
b
COM
SUP
SUP
SUP
Input
Circuitry
Input
Circuitry
Input
Circuitry
Input
Circuitry
Sinking-
+
Output
Device
(NPN)
Sourcing-
Output
+
Device
(PNP)
Sinking-
Output Device (NPN)
Sourcing-
Output Device (PNP)
and COM share a
SUP
+
VC
Power Supply
5–250 V
External
V
SUP
(Ch n)
IN
Switch
IN
a
(Ch n)
b
COM
Input
Circuitry
To Next Channel
[c]FP-DI-330

Figure 3. Connecting Devices to the [c]FP-DI-330

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Connecting a Switch to the [c]FP-DI-330

You can connect limit or control switches to the [c]FP-DI-330. Connect a power supply to the V and C terminals of the [c]FP-DI-330. Connect the IN
and the V
a
terminals to the
SUP
switch.
+
2 A
Max
VC
Switch
V
SUP
IN
IN
COM
a
Input
b
Circuitry
[c]FP-DI-330

Figure 4. Wiring the [c]FP-DI-330 to a Switch

5–250 V External
Power Supply

Connecting a Sourcing-Output Device to the [c]FP-DI-330

To connect a sourcing-output device to the [c]FP-DI-330, connect a power supply to the V and C terminals of the [c]FP-DI-330. Connect the V sourcing-output device.
, INa, INb, and COM terminals to the
SUP
+
5–250 V
External
Power Supply
Sourcing-
Output Device
(PNP)
V
SUP
IN
IN
COM
a
Input
b
Circuitry
[c]FP-DI-330
2 A
Max
VC

Figure 5. Wiring the [c]FP-DI-330 to a Sourcing-Output Device

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If the sourcing-output device is connected to a power supply, connect the power supply to the IN
terminal of the [c]FP-DI-330.
b
V
SUP
IN
IN
COM
a
Input
Circuitry
b
[c]FP-DI-330
Sourcing-
+
Output Device
(PNP)
VC
Figure 6. Wiring the [c]FP-DI-330 to an Externally Powered
Sourcing-Output Device

Connecting a Sinking-Output Device to the [c]FP-DI-330

To connect a sinking-output device to the [c]FP-DI-330, connect a power supply to the V and C terminals of the [c]FP-DI-330. Connect the V sinking-output device.
Sinking-
Output Device
(NPN)
, INa, INb, and COM terminals to the
SUP
2 A
Max
V
SUP
IN
IN
COM
a
Input
b
Circuitry
[c]FP-DI-330
VC
+
5–250 V
External
Power Supply

Figure 7. Wiring the [c]FP-DI-330 to a Sinking-Output Device

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If the sinking-output device is connected to a power supply, connect the power supply to the IN
terminal of the [c]FP-DI-330.
a
V
SUP
IN
IN
COM
a
b
Input
Circuitry
[c]FP-DI-330
Sinking-
+
Output
Device
(NPN)
VC
Figure 8. Wiring the [c]FP-DI-330 to an Externally Powered
Sinking-Output Device

Connecting a Load to the [c]FP-DI-330

If you want to use the [c]FP-DI-330 to sense the power that is applied to a load, connect the IN
+
Load

Figure 9. Wiring the [c]FP-DI-330 to a Load

and INb terminals to the load.
a
V
SUP
IN
IN
COM
a
Input
Circuitry
b
[c]FP-DI-330
VC

Universal Input Circuit

The [c]FP-DI-330 has eight current-limited universal input channels with bi-directional optical isolators. Each channel has two interchangeable signal inputs, IN a voltage across the IN
and INb terminals, signal current flows
a
through the input circuitry and turns on the optical isolator, registering as an ON condition. The current-limiting circuitry limits the amount of current flow to 1.5 mA.
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and INb. When you apply
a
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Figure 10 shows the input circuitry for a single channel.
V
SUP
IN
IN
COM
V
Current
a
Limiter
b
C

Figure 10. [c]FP-DI-330 Input Circuit

Optical
Isolation
AC Smoothing
Filter
[c]FP-DI-330
Status
Indicators

Sensing DC Voltages

When an external device applies a positive or negative DC voltage with a magnitude of at least 4 V across the IN the [c]FP-DI-330 registers an ON condition. The [c]FP-DI-330 limits the current drawn by the input circuit to approximately
1.5 mA for voltages up to 250 V.
When an external device applies a voltage with a magnitude of less than 1 V to the IN
and INb terminals, the [c]FP-DI-330 registers
a
an OFF condition. When the external device applies a voltage between –4 and –1 V or between 1 and 4 V, the [c]FP-DI-330 may or may not register an ON condition.
Ensure that the devices you connect to the [c]FP-DI-330 have OFF-state leakage currents lower than 350 µA. Higher leakage currents can cause false ON readings.
The filter on the [c]FP-DI-330 inputs cause a delay of approximately 1.2 ms between the time a voltage changes from the ON state to the OFF state and the time the [c]FP-DI-330 recognizes the change. The delay for a transition from an OFF to an ON state is approximately 0.2 µs.
and INb terminals,
a

Sensing AC Voltages

The [c]FP-DI-330 senses a wide range of AC signals. The minimum ON-state voltage for an AC signal depends on the frequency of the signal. When an external device applies a voltage between 1 V and the minimum ON-state voltage across the input terminals, the channel may or may not register an ON condition.
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The AC smoothing filter shown in Figure 10 ensures that the channel remains ON if the signal frequency is higher than 50 Hz and the signal voltage is higher than the minimum ON state. Refer to the Specifications section for more information about minimum ON-state voltages and digital logic levels.

Status Indicators

Figure 11 shows the status indicator LEDs on the [c]FP-DI-330.

Figure 11. Status Indicators

The [c]FP-DI-330 has two green status LEDs, POWER and READY. After you insert the [c]FP-DI-330 into a terminal base
or backplane and apply power to the connected network module, the green POWER indicator lights and the [c]FP-DI-330 informs the network module of its presence. When the network module recognizes the [c]FP-DI-330, it sends initial configuration information to the [c]FP-DI-330. After the [c]FP-DI-330 receives this initial information, the green READY indicator lights and the module is in normal operating mode.
In addition to the green POWER and READY indicators, each channel has a numbered green status indicator that lights when the channel is in the ON state.

Isolation and Safety Guidelines

Caution Read the following information before
attempting to connect the [c]FP-DI-330 to any circuits that may contain hazardous voltages.
This section describes the isolation of the [c]FP-DI-330 and its compliance with international safety standards. The field wiring connections are isolated from the backplane and the inter-module communication bus. The isolation barriers in the module provide 250 V 2,300 V provides double insulation (compliant with IEC 61010-1) for
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Installation Category II continuous isolation, verified by
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, 1 minute dielectric withstand test. The [c]FP-DI-330
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working voltages of 250 V
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. Safety standards (such as those
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published by UL and IEC) require the use of double insulation between hazardous voltages and any human-accessible parts or circuits.
Never try to use any isolation product between human-accessible parts (such as DIN rails or monitoring stations) and circuits that can be at hazardous potentials under normal conditions, unless the product is specifically designed for such an application, as is the [c]FP-DI-330.
Even though the [c]FP-DI-330 is designed to handle applications with hazardous potentials, follow these guidelines to ensure a safe total system:
There is no safety isolation between channels on the [c]FP-DI-330. If a hazardous voltage is present on any channel, all channels are considered hazardous. Make sure that all other devices and circuits connected to the module are properly insulated from human contact.
•Do not share the external supply voltages (the V and C terminals) with other devices (including other FieldPoint devices), unless those devices are isolated from human contact.
For Compact FieldPoint, you must connect the protective earth (PE) ground terminal on the cFP-BP-x backplane to the system safety ground. The backplane PE ground terminal has the following symbol stamped beside it: . Connect the backplane PE ground terminal to the system safety ground using 14 AWG (1.6 mm) wire with a ring lug. Use the 5/16 in. panhead screw shipped with the backplane to secure the ring lug to the backplane PE ground terminal.
As with any hazardous voltage wiring, make sure that all wiring and connections meet applicable electrical codes and commonsense practices. Mount terminal bases and backplanes in an area, position, or cabinet that prevents accidental or unauthorized access to wiring that carries hazardous voltages.
•Do not use the [c]FP-DI-330 as the only isolating barrier between human contact and working voltages higher than 250 V
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.
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Working voltage is defined as the signal voltage plus the common-mode voltage. Common-mode voltage is the voltage of the module with respect to ground.
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Operate the [c]FP-DI-330 only at or below Pollution Degree 2. Pollution Degree 2 means that only nonconductive pollution occurs in most cases. Occasionally, however, a temporary conductivity caused by condensation must be expected.
•Do not operate FieldPoint products in an explosive atmosphere or where there may be flammable gases or fumes. If you need to operate FieldPoint products in such an environment, the FieldPoint products must be in a suitably rated enclosure.
Operate the [c]FP-DI-330 at or below Installation Category II. Installation Category II is for measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the low-voltage installation. This category refers to local-level distribution, such as that provided by a standard wall outlet.

Specifications

The following specifications are typical for the range –40 to 70 °C unless otherwise noted. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Input Characteristics

Number of channels .......................... 8
Compatibility .................................... TTL, CMOS, 24 VDC,
48 VDC, 120/240 VAC
Maximum input voltage.................... 250 VAC or 250 VDC
Digital logic levels
Logic Level Minimum Maximum
OFF state
DC ±1 V
peak AC ±1 V
ON state
DC ±4 VDC ±250 VDC
50/60 Hz AC 15 VAC 250 VAC
1 kHz AC 3 VAC 250 VAC
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Input current limiting ........................ 1.5 mA
Input delay time ................................ 1.2 ms

Physical Characteristics

Indicators .......................................... Green POWER and
Weight
FP-DI-330................................... 130 g (4.5 oz)
cFP-DI-330................................. 100 g (3.4 oz)
READY indicators, 8 green input state indicators

Power Requirements

Power from network module ............ 200 mW

Isolation Voltage

Channel-to-ground isolation
Continuous ................................. 250 V
, Installation
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Category II
Dielectric withstand.................... 2,300 V
, 1 minute
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Channel-to-channel isolation ............ None

Environmental

FieldPoint modules are intended for indoor use only. For outdoor use, they must be mounted inside a sealed enclosure.
Operating temperature ...................... – 40 to 70 °C
Storage temperature .......................... –55 to 85 °C
Humidity ........................................... 10 to 90% RH,
Maximum altitude............................. 2,000 m; at higher altitudes
Pollution Degree ............................... 2
noncondensing
the isolation voltage ratings must be lowered
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Shock and Vibration

These specifications apply only to the cFP-DI-330. NI recommends Compact FieldPoint if your application is subject to shock and vibration.
Operating vibration, random
(IEC 60068-2-64).............................. 10–500 Hz, 5 g
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Operating vibration, sinusoidal
(IEC 60068-2-6)................................ 10–500 Hz, 5 g
Operating shock
(IEC 60068-2-27).............................. 50 g, 3 ms half sine,
18 shocks at 6 orientations; 30 g, 11 ms half sine, 18 shocks at 6 orientations

Safety

This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of safety for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:
IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1
UL 3121-1, UL 61010C-1
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1
For UL, hazardous location, and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or visit number or product line, and click the appropriate link in the Certification column.
ni.com/hardref.nsf, search by model

Electromagnetic Compatibility

CE, C-Tick, and FCC Part 15 (Class A) Compliant
Emissions.......................................... EN 55011 Class A at 10 m
FCC Part 15A above 1 GHz
Immunity........................................... EN 61326-1:1997 +
A2:2001, Table 1
Note For EMC compliance, operate this device with
shielded cabling.
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CE Compliance

This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives, as amended for CE marking, as follows:
Low-Voltage Directive (safety)......... 73/23/EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (EMC) ............................... 89/336/EEC
Note Refer to the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for
this product for any additional regulatory compliance information. To obtain the DoC for this product, visit
ni.com/hardref.nsf, search by model number or
product line, and click the appropriate link in the Certification column.

Mechanical Dimensions

Figure 12 shows the mechanical dimensions of the FP-DI-330 installed on a terminal base. If you are using the cFP-DI-330, refer to your Compact FieldPoint controller user manual for the dimensions and cabling clearance requirements of the Compact FieldPoint system.
107.19 mm (4.22 in.)
109.5 mm (4.31 in.)
91.44 mm (3.60 in.)

Figure 12. FP-DI-330 Mechanical Dimensions

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Where to Go for Support

For more information about setting up the FieldPoint system, refer to these National Instruments documents:
FieldPoint network module user manual
Other FieldPoint I/O module operating instructions
FieldPoint terminal base and connector block operating instructions
Go to
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and troubleshooting information.
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