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Contents
Chapter 1
Setting up the SC-2345/2350 Carrier
About the SCC Hardware ..............................................................................................1-1
This document assumes you have already installed, configured, and tested
the SC carrier, SCC modules, and the DAQ device to which they are
connected. If you have not done so, follow the instructions in the DAQ Getting Started Guide and SCC Quick Start Guide, included with the
hardware, before continuing. The SCC Quick Start Guide and DAQ Getting
Started Guide are also available at
Start»Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQ»Browse Device
Documentation after you install the DAQ documentation browser.
About the SCC Hardware
ni.com/manuals or accessible from
1
SC-2345 Carrier
The SC-2345/2350 carrier transfers signals to and from 68-pin E/M Series
data acquisition (DAQ) devices, referred to as the DAQ device in this
manual. When used with SCC Series modules and a shielded 68-pin cable,
the SC-2345/2350 carrier offers easy-to-use, rugged, low-noise signal
conditioning on a per-channel basis. The SC-2345/2350 carrier also has
42 screw terminals for direct connection to the DAQ device digital signals.
Some SC-2345 carrier enclosures are available with configurable
connectors to maximize I/O flexibility through the use of panelettes.
All SC-2345/2350 carriers are portable enclosures for laptop and desktop
applications.
Optional rack-mount and stack-mount accessories enable you to mount
the SC-2345/2350 carrier with configurable connectors to suit your
application. The rack-mount option is available for standard 19 in. racks.
The SC-2345 carrier supports analog I/O and digital I/O SCC modules. The
SC-2345 is available in the following forms:
•SC-2345 connector block—the SC-2345 connector block requires you
to pass input signal wires through a strain relief
•SC-2345 carrier with configurable connectors and a rear cable
connector
•SC-2345 carrier with configurable connectors and a side cable
connector
NoteRefer to Figure 1-9 and the SCC Quick Start Guide for more information about all
these carrier forms.
SC-2350 Carrier
The SC-2350 carrier supports analog I/O SCC modules. The SC-2350
carrier supports reading from and writing to Transducer Electronic Data
Sheet (TEDS) Class II sensors for its analog input SCC modules. The
SC-2350 carrier is available with configurable connectors and a side cable
connector. Refer to Figure 1-9and the SCC Quick Start Guide for more
information.
What You Need to Get Started
To set up and use the SC-2345/2350 carrier, you need the following items:
❑Hardware
–SC-2345/2350 carrier with one of the following factory-installed
power modules:
•SCC-PWR01
•SCC-PWR02 and the PS01 power supply
•SCC-PWR03 (requires a 7 to 42 VDC power supply,
not included)
–68-pin E/M Series DAQ device with a shielded 68-pin cable of
less than 2 m length
or
–100-pin E Series DAQ device with an SH1006868 cable
(to connect 100-pin devices to two 68-pin connectors)
–One or more SCC modules
–Rack-mount or stack-mount kit (optional)
NoteYou cannot use the I/O panelettes on the SC-2345 carrier with connector block.
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–One or more I/O panelettes
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❑Software
–NI-DAQ 7.4 or later for Windows 2000/NT/XP
NoteSoftware scaling of measurements is not supported on the Macintosh operating
system.
❑Documentation
–SCC Quick Start Guide
–100-pin or 68-pin E/M Series DAQ device documentation
–DAQ Getting Started Guide
–Read Me First: Safety and Radio-Frequency Interference
–SC-2345 carrier Quick Reference Label, if you have an SC-2345
carrier
❑Tools
–1/8 in. flathead screwdriver
–Numbers 1 and 2 Phillips screwdrivers
–Wire insulation strippers
Installing the Driver Software
Install your application development environment (ADE) software and/or
NI application software, if you have not already done so, according to their
instructions.
Install NI-DAQ, which came with the DAQ device, if you have not already
done so. If you do not have version NI-DAQ 7.4 or later, you can either
download it from the National Instruments Web site at
downloads
Follow the software prompts to install NI-DAQ. If you do not see the Install
NI-DAQ screen when you insert the CD, go to the Windows Start»Run.
Type
x
installer detects the language of your operating system and the screens
appear in that language.
or contact a sales representative to request a CD.
Connecting the SC-2345/2350 Carrier to the DAQ Device
CautionRefer to the Read Me First: Safety and Radio-Frequency Interference document
before removing equipment covers or connecting or disconnecting any signal wires.
Use a 68-pin shielded cable to connect the SC-2345/2350 carrier to the
E/M Series DAQ device. Use connector J24 on the SC-2345/2350 carrier.
The pin assignment of J24 is defined by the DAQ device MIO front
connector. Refer to Figure 1-9 for the location of connector J24.
The chassis ground terminal on the SC-2345 carrier and the
electromagnetic interference (EMI) gasket attached to the strain
relief of the SC-2345 carrier are for grounding a floating source
(1 mA maximum). Do not use these terminals as safety earth grounds.
Configuring the SC-2345 Carrier as a DAQ Accessory
Complete the following steps to run Measurement & Automation Explorer
(MAX) and configure the SCC system:
1.Open MAX.
2.Right-click Devices and Interfaces and select Create New.
a.Specify the SCC Carrier Type. The location of the SCC sockets
changes depending on the SCC carrier type.
b.In the drop-down listbox under DAQ Device, select the
E/M Series DAQ device that is connected to the SC-2345 carrier.
c.Type the SCC Connector Block ID. The default value is
SCC1.
d.In the J21 drop-down listbox next to Power, select the correct
SC-2345 power configuration. Refer to Connecting Power to the
SC-2345/2350 Carrier section for information about power
configurations.
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e.For each SCC module physically installed in the SC-2345 carrier,
add a corresponding entry in the SC-2345 Connector Block
Configuration window. Click the drop-down listbox and select the
correct module. If the module name does not appear in the list,
either the module is not allowed in that location or you do not have
NI-DAQ 7.4 or later. If you do not have the current version of
NI-DAQ, download it from
5.Click OK after completing all SCC module entries.
6.Click OK to complete the configuration process and close MAX.
You have completed the steps to configure the SC-2345 carrier as an
E/M Series DAQ device accessory.
NoteConfiguring the SCC system using MAX automatically sets the E/M Series DAQ
device analog input mode to NRSE. If you are configuring digital SCC modules, the
configuration automatically sets individual digital lines to the appropriate direction, input
or output.
ni.com/downloads.
Configuring the SC-2350 Carrier as a DAQ Accessory
Complete the following steps to run MAX and configure the SCC system:
1.Open MAX.
2.Right-click Devices and Interfaces and select Create New.
5.To configure the SCC system, complete the following steps:
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Figure 1-3. SC-2350 Configuration Window
a.In the drop-down listbox located under DAQ Device, select the
E/M Series DAQ device that is connected to the SC-2350 carrier.
b.Type the SCC Connector Block ID. The default value is
SCC1.
c.In the J21 drop-down listbox next to Power, select the correct
SC-2350 carrier power configuration. Refer to the Connecting
Power to the SC-2345/2350 Carrier section for information about
power configurations.
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d.For each SCC module physically installed in the SC-2350 carrier,
add a corresponding entry in the SC-2350 Configuration window.
Click the drop-down listbox and select the correct module. If the
module name does not appear in the list, either the module is not
allowed in that location or you do not have NI-DAQ 7.4 or later. If
you do not have the current version of NI-DAQ, download it from
ni.com/downloads.
e.MAX automatically scans the SCC modules you select for IEEE
P1451.4 sensors that are compatible with TEDS. If MAX finds a
TEDS, MAX scans and maps a TEDS icon and information under
the SCC module in MAX. For more information, refer to the
TEDS section.
6.Click OK after completing all SCC module entries.
7.Click OK to complete the configuration process and close MAX.
You have completed the steps to configure the SC-2350 carrier as an
E/M Series DAQ device accessory.
TEDS
NoteConfiguring the SCC system using MAX automatically sets the E/M Series DAQ
device analog input mode to NRSE.
This section describes TEDS.
IEEE P1451.4 specifies two classes of TEDS sensors:
•Class I—Uses the same two wires for both analog and digital signals
(such as accelerometers and microphones).
•Class II—Separates analog and digital signals on different wires. In
addition to the analog signal wires, uses two wires for digital signals.
The SC-2350 carrier uses Class II TEDS.
On IEEE P1451.4 TEDS-compatible sensors, the manufacturer places
an EEPROM on the sensor that stores a TEDS. The TEDS includes vendor
and calibration information, sensor constants, and user-defined data.
TEDS-compatible hardware, like the SC-2350 carrier, can read the TEDS
data. Software can use TEDS data to streamline measurement setup.
Advantages and disadvantages to using TEDS-compatible sensors include
the following:
•Smart, or hardware, TEDS—Provides easier connectivity. You can
plug it in and automatically set up your measurement system.
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•Virtual, or software, TEDS (also part of the IEEE P1451.4
specification)—Obtains sensor information from a vendor Web site,
instead of an EEPROM. The information is free and does not require a
hardware upgrade. However, you must manually select the correct
channel and sensor.
The following resources provide additional information about
IEEE P1451.4 TEDS-compatible smart sensors:
For information about how to configure channels and tasks with the
SC-2350 carrier, refer to the SCC Quick Start Guide.
Importing TEDS Information
To import smart hardware TEDS sensor information into MAX, first install
and configure the SCC modules. Refer to the SCC Quick Start Guide for
more information about how to install and configure the SCC modules.
If your system has smart hardware TEDS, MAX automatically scans and
maps the TEDS sensor information into MAX. If MAX finds a TEDS
associated with the SCC module, the LED lights up as shown in Figure 1-4.
ni.com/info, and enter any of the following info codes:
If you later add SCC modules to your system that have TEDS-compatible
sensors physically wired to them, click Scan for TEDS to import the TEDS
sensor information into MAX and refresh the configuration tree.
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As shown in Figure 1-4, MAX scans and maps the TEDS information
under the SC-2350 carrier.
Figure 1-4. TEDS Sensor Information Scanned and Mapped Into MAX
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To view the TEDS sensor data sheet, click the TEDS listing under the
SC-2350 in MAX. The TEDS sensor data sheet opens as shown in
Figure 1-5.
Figure 1-5. TEDS Sensor Data Sheet
Verify that the TEDS data is correctly imported. Next, create an
NI-DAQmx Global Channel or Task using the channel that has a TEDS
sensor associated to it. Refer to
ni.com/info and enter rd2350, for more
information about how to create an NI-DAQmx Global Channel or Task for
a TEDS sensor.
Importing Virtual TEDS Sensor Information
To import Virtual TEDS sensor information into MAX, first install and
configure the SCC modules. Refer to the SCC Quick Start Guide, for more
information about how to install and configure the SCC modules.
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To import Virtual TEDS sensor information into MAX, right-click the SCC
module that you want a Virtual TEDS sensor associated to and select
Configure TEDS.
The Configure TEDS window opens as shown in Figure 1-6.
2.The virtual TEDS directory opens as shown in Figure 1-7.
Figure 1-7. Virtual TEDS Directory
3.Press <Ctrl> and select the virtual TEDS file you want to import into
MAX to associate with the SCC module.
4.Click OK.
MAX scans and maps the TEDS sensor information into MAX. The
LED turns green.
5.To verify that the TEDS sensor information imported correctly, click
the TEDS sensor icon in the configuration tree. The TEDS sensor data
sheet opens as shown in Figure 1-5.
6.Next, you need to create an NI-DAQmx Global Channel or Task
using the channel that has a TEDS sensor associated to it.
NoteRefer to ni.com/info and enter rd2350, for more information about how to create
a NI-DAQmx Global Channel or Task for a TEDS sensor.
You have configured the SC-2350 carrier in MAX.
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Affixing the Quick Reference Label to the SC-2345
Carrier
NoteOnly the SC-2345 carrier is shipped with a Quick Reference Label.
Affix the Quick Reference Label to the inside cover of the SC-2345 carrier.
You will refer to the Quick Reference Label when installing the SCC
modules.
Connecting Power to the SC-2345/2350 Carrier
The SC-2345/2350 shielded carrier has one of the following power
modules factory-installed in socket J21:
•SCC-PWR01
•SCC-PWR02
•SCC-PWR03
4
3
2
1
1 Negative or GND of External Supply
2J1
3 Positive of External +5 VDC Supply
Figure 1-8. SCC-PWR0X Parts Locator Diagram
4S1
5 Product Name
5
Each power module supplies digital power (+5 V) for the SC-2345/2350
carrier only and analog power (±15 V) to SCC modules in the
SC-2345/2350 carrier. LEDs on the SC-2345/2350 indicate whether the
+5 V and ±15 V power supplies are functioning properly. If the LEDs do
not light when you connect power to the SC-2345/2350 carrier, refer to
Appendix C, SCC Power Requirements and Solutions. Figure 1-9 shows
the locations of sockets J24 and J25 on each of the three types of SC-2345
carrier enclosures and the SC-2350 carrier enclosure.
1 SC-2345 Carrier
2 SC-2345 Carrier with Configurable
Connectors, Side Cabled
3 SC-2350 Carrier with Configurable
Connectors, Side Cabled
4 SC-2345 Carrier with Configurable
Connectors,
Rear Cabled
6
5
6
6
5
5 Connector J24 (Connects to 68-Pin
E/M Series DAQ Device)
6 Connector J25 (Connects to PS01 Power Supply
for Use with SCC-PWR02 Power Module)
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Figure 1-9. SC-2345/2350 Enclosures
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The SCC-PWR01 converts +5 V to ±15 V, which is the analog power
supply that SCC modules use. Set switch S1 on the SCC-PWR01 to select
the source of the +5 V as either ESER (E/M Series) or EXT (external). If
you select ESER, the SCC-PWR01 uses +5 V power from the E/M Series
DAQ device. If you select EXT, you must connect a +5 V supply (user
supplied) to the screw terminals of J1 on the SCC-PWR01. Wire the
positive lead to the screw terminal labeled
+
5V and wire the negative lead
to the screw terminal labeled GND. If you are using the SC-2345 carrier,
pass the leads through the strain relief on the front of the enclosure. If you
are using an SC-2345/2350 with configurable connectors, use a strain-relief
panelette for the leads.
The SCC-PWR02 is a two-part system that consists of a desktop power
supply (PS01) and a filtering component (SCC-PWR02 inside the carrier
enclosure). The PS01 is a 15 W switching supply powered by 90 to
264 VAC (50/60 Hz 1.0 A). To install the PS01, plug the 6-position
connector of the PS01 into connector J25 on the SC-2345/2350.
3
4
1 SC-2345/2350 Carrier
2 PS01 Power Supply
3 DAQ Device
5
2
1
4 To Connector J24
5 To Connector J25
Figure 1-11. Using the SCC-PWR02
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The SCC-PWR03 converts an external voltage of 7 to 42 VDC to +5 V and
±15 V and requires an external user-supplied DC power source. Attach the
voltage source to the screw terminals of J1 on the SCC‘-PWR03. Wire the
positive lead to the screw terminal labeled 7– 42 V and wire the negative
lead to the screw terminal labeled GND. If you are using the SC-2345
carrier, pass the leads through the strain relief on the front of the enclosure.
If you are using an SC-2345/2350 carrier with configurable connectors, use
a strain-relief panelette for the leads. You can power the SCC-PWR03 with
any appropriate 7 to 42 VDC source.
Installing SCC Modules in the SC-2345/2350 Carrier
For instructions about how to install SCC modules in the SC-2345/2350
carrier and information about signal conditioning with SCC modules, refer
to the SCC Quick Start Guide.
Connecting Signals to the
Terminal Block of the
SC-2345/2350 Carrier
The SC-2345/2350 carrier has a 42-position, triple-row screw-terminal
block for connecting to E/M Series DAQ device digital signals. The
SC-2345 Quick Reference Label identifies the location of each signal on
the terminal rows A to C. The terminal label numbers correspond to the pin
number location of each signal on the 68-pin E/M Series connector. Refer
to the E Series Help or M Series Help for more information about this
connector. The E Series Help and the M Series Help are available for
download at
National Instruments»NI-DAQ»Browse Device Documentation after
you install the DAQ documentation browser.
ni.com/manuals or accessible from Start»Programs»
2
Figure 2-1 shows the locations of the digital signals on the SC-2345 and
SC-2350 terminal block when using an E Series or M Series connector 0.
Refer to the M Series Help, for specific pinout descriptions for M Series
devices when using connector 1.
Chapter 2Connecting Signals to the Terminal Block of the SC-2345/2350 Carrier
Not Used
Not Used
PFI 14/FREQ OUT
PFI 12/CTR 0 OUT
PFI 8/CTR 0 SOURCE
PFI 6/AO START TRIG
PFI 4/CTR 1 GATE
PFI 2/AI CONV CLK
PFI 0/AI START TRIG
+ 5 V
P0.6
P0.4
P0.2
P0.0
A
1
2
37
5
41
43
11
14
16
19
49
52
Not Used
D GND
D GND
D GND
D GND
D GND
D GND
D GND
D GND
D GND
D GND
D GND
D GND
D GND
B
35
4
36
39
7
9
44
12
13
15
50
18
53
Not Used
AI SENSE
PFI 10/EXTSTROBE*
PFI 13/CTR 1 OUT
PFI 9/CTR 0 GATE
PFI 7/AI SAMP CLK
PFI 5/AO SAMPLE CLK
PFI 3/CTR 1 SOURCE
PFI 1/AI REF TRIG
PFI 11/AI HOLD COMP
P0.7
P0.5
P0.3
P0.1
C
62
45
40
3
38
6
42
10
46
48
51
47
17
Figure 2-1. Terminal Block I/O Connector Pin Assignments E Series
and M Series Connector 0
Rack-Mounting and Stack-Mounting Options
To use the SC-2345/2350 carrier with configurable connectors in a
standard 19 in. rack-mount configuration, install the optional CA-1000
rack-mount kit. To use the SC-2345/2350 carrier with configurable
connectors in a desktop stacking configuration, install the optional
CA-1000 stack-mount kit.
Installing the Rack-Mount Kit
Refer to Figure 2-2 and complete the following steps to install the CA-1000
rack-mount kit on the SC-2345/2350 carrier with configurable connectors:
1.Remove the rubber feet from the bottom of the SC-2345/2350 carrier
enclosure.
2.Attach a rack-mount bracket to both ends of the enclosure with
four 4-40 × 1/4 in. screws from the rack-mount kit.
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Chapter 2Connecting Signals to the Terminal Block of the SC-2345/2350 Carrier
1
2
1
14-40× 1/4 in. Screws2 Rack-Mount Brackets
Figure 2-2. Rack-Mount Option
Installing the Stack-Mount Kit
Refer to Figure 2-3 and complete the following steps to install the CA-1000
stack-mount kit on the SC-2345/2350 carrier with configurable connectors:
1.Remove the rubber feet from all except the bottom enclosure.
2.Attach the stack-mount brackets to both ends of the lower
enclosure with the 4-40 × 1/4 in. flathead screws from the
stack-mount kit.
3.Place the upper enclosure on top of the lower enclosure.
4.Attach the stack-mount brackets to both ends of both enclosures with
the 4-40 × 1/4 in. flathead screws from the stack-mount kit.
Chapter 2Connecting Signals to the Terminal Block of the SC-2345/2350 Carrier
1
2
1
3
1
3
1
14-40× 1/4 in. Screws 2 Stack-Mount Brackets3 Handle Screws
Figure 2-3. Stack-Mount Option
You can stack additional enclosures by using additional stack-mount kits.
You can remove the stack-mount kit handles, if necessary, by removing the
four screws that attach the handles.
2
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Specifications
These ratings are typical at 25 °C unless otherwise stated.
SC-2345 Carrier
Analog Input and Output
I/O connections ...................................... Sixteen, 20-pin connectors for
Digital Input and Output
A
analog-input SCC modules
(eight are shared with digital);
two 20-pin connectors for
analog-output SCC modules
I/O connections ...................................... Eight, 20-pin connectors for
Onboard Voltage Reference
Output voltage........................................ 5.000 V ±2.5 mV
Output voltage drift................................ 5 ppm/°C max (at 0 to 70 °C)
Long-term stability................................. ±15 ppm/1,000 h
Output noise (0.1 to 10 Hz).................... 4 μV
Load regulation
Sourcing 0 < I
Sinking –10 < I
Quiescent current ...................................2 mA
digital (shared with analog input)
42-position, triple-row terminal
block for digital and counter
< 10 mA............. 100 μV/mA
OUT
< 0 mA............. 400 μV/mA
OUT
p-p
Power consumption................................ 30 mW, 15 V
6.5 mA at 5 V .........................................32.5 mW
9 mA at 15 V ..........................................135 mW
9 mA at –15 V ........................................135 mW
Maximum Working Voltage
CautionsRefer to your DAQ device documentation for the voltage specifications for your
DAQ device.
Ensure that signals connected to SCC modules are used within the voltage ratings of the
modules to which they are connected. Refer to your SCC-XX user manual for the voltage
specifications for your SCC module.
Maximum working voltage refers to the signal voltage plus the
common-mode voltage.
one 68-pin male SCSI connector;
one 6-pin male power connector
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Environmental
Safety
Appendix ASpecifications
Operating temperature............................ 0 to 50 °C
Storage temperature ............................... –20 to 70 °C
Humidity ................................................ 10 to 90% RH, noncondensing
Maximum altitude .................................. 2,000 m
Pollution Degree (indoor use only) ........ 2
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 61010-1, CSA 61010-1
NoteFor UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or visit ni.com/
certification
in the Certification column.
, search by model number or product line, and click the appropriate link
Electromagnetic Compatibility
This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following
standards of EMC for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use:
•EN 61326 EMC requirements; Minimum Immunity
•EN 55011 Emissions; Group 1, Class A
•CE, C-Tick, ICES, and FCC Part 15 Emissions; Class A
NoteFor EMC compliance, operate this device according to product documentation.
NoteRefer to the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for this product for any additional
regulatory compliance information. To obtain the DoC for this product, visit
certification
, search by model number or product line, and click the appropriate link
in the Certification column.
Environmental Management
National Instruments is committed to designing and manufacturing
products in an environmentally responsible manner. NI recognizes that
eliminating certain hazardous substances from our products is beneficial
not only to the environment but also to NI customers.
ni.com/
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Environment Web page at
ni.com/environment. This page contains the
environmental regulations and directives with which NI complies, as well
as any other environmental information not included in this document.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
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SC-2350
Analog Input and Output
I/O connections ...................................... Eight, 20-pin connectors and
Typical maximum smart TEDS
sensor cable length ................................. 61 m (200 ft)
IEEE P1451.4 compliance ..................... Tier 2 (standard system
Appendix ASpecifications
eight 2-channel TEDS screw
terminal blocks for analog-input
SCC modules;
two, 20-pin connectors for analog
output SCC modules
capability)
NoteFuture releases of NI-DAQmx might contain support for TEDS analog ouput
devices.
Onboard Voltage Reference
Output voltage........................................ 5.000 V ±2.5 mV
Output voltage drift................................ 5 ppm/°C max (at 0 to 70 °C)
Long-term stability................................. ±15 ppm/1,000 h
Output noise (0.1 to 10 Hz).................... 4 μV
Load regulation
Sourcing 0 < I
Sinking –10 < I
Quiescent current ...................................2 mA
Power consumption................................ 30 mW
< 10 mA............. 100 μV/mA
OUT
< 0 mA............. 400 μV/mA
OUT
p-p
LED Power Requirements
6.5 mA at 5 V......................................... 32.5 mW
9 mA at 15 V.......................................... 135 mW
9 mA at –15 V........................................ 135 mW
CautionsRefer to your DAQ device documentation for the voltage specifications for your
DAQ device.
Ensure that signals connected to SCC modules are used within the voltage ratings of the
modules to which they are connected. Refer to your SCC-XX user manual for the voltage
specifications for your SCC module.
Maximum working voltage refers to the signal voltage plus the
common-mode voltage.
Operating temperature ............................0 to 50 °C
Storage temperature ................................–20 to 70 °C
Humidity.................................................10 to 90% RH, noncondensing
Maximum altitude...................................2,000 m
Pollution Degree (indoor use only) ........2
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 61010-1, CSA 61010-1
NoteFor UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or visit ni.com/
certification
in the Certification column.
, search by model number or product line, and click the appropriate link
Electromagnetic Compatibility
This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following
standards of EMC for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use:
•EN 61326 EMC requirements; Minimum Immunity
•EN 55011 Emissions; Group 1, Class A
•CE, C-Tick, ICES, and FCC Part 15 Emissions; Class A
NoteFor EMC compliance, operate this device according to product documentation.
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Directives, as amended for CE marking, as follows:
NoteRefer to the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for this product for any additional
regulatory compliance information. To obtain the DoC for this product, visit
certification
, search by model number or product line, and click the appropriate link
in the Certification column.
Environmental Management
National Instruments is committed to designing and manufacturing
products in an environmentally responsible manner. NI recognizes that
eliminating certain hazardous substances from our products is beneficial
not only to the environment but also to NI customers.
Appendix ASpecifications
ni.com/
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Environment Web page at
ni.com/environment. This page contains the
environmental regulations and directives with which NI complies, as well
as any other environmental information not included in this document.
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DC input power ......................................500 mW without SCC modules
Output
Maximum Power Output by Voltage Level
+5 VDC
(+4.17 to
Voltage Source
AT/PCI/PXI E/M Series
DAQ Device
1
DAQCard/DAQPad
E Series DAQ Device
2
External +5 VDC Supply6.97 W
1
These power calculations apply to E/M Series DAQ devices that provide +5 VDC at 1 A at the I/O connector. Refer to the
specifications for the E/M Series DAQ device. Tests were performed using a 1 m cable. Longer cables yield a lower level of
power, but the difference is negligible for cables of 2 m or less in length.
2
These power calculations apply to E Series DAQ devices that provide +5 VDC at 250 mA at the I/O connector. Refer to the
specifications for the E Series DAQ device. Tests were performed using a 1 m cable. Longer cables yield a lower level of
power, but the difference is negligible for cables of 2 m or less in length.
*
Subtract 0.08 W for the SC-2350 carrier due to its TEDS circuitry.
Operating temperature ............................0 to 40 °C
Storage temperature ................................–20 to 80 °C
Relative humidity ...................................10 to 90%, noncondensing
Maximum altitude...................................2,000 m
Pollution Degree (indoor use only) ........2
Input
DC input voltage.....................................7 to 42 VDC
Reverse-voltage protection .....................–42 VDC max
Power ......................................................325 mA at 12 VDC
Output
Maximum
Power
Voltage Range
Available
+5 VDC (+4.36 to +5.25 VDC)6.55 W
*
Line
Regulation
Load
Regulation
±1%±12%20 mV
+15 VDC (+14.25 to +15.75 VDC)0.87 W±5%±10%20 mV
–15 VDC (–14.45 to –15.75 VDC)0.87 W±5%±10%20 mV
* Subtract 0.08 W for the SC-2350 carrier due to its TEDS circuitry.
Output Noise
(DC to
10 MHz)
Physical
Screw-terminal wiring diameter
(J1 connector on module) .......................24 to 16 AWG
rms
rms
rms
typ
typ
typ
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Carrier Socket Signal
Assignments
This appendix contains descriptions of all the signals carried by the 20-pin
sockets on the SC-2345/2350 carrier. The pins are laid out on SCC modules
as shown in Figure B-1. For more information about the SC-2345/2350
carrier connector locations, refer to the SCC Quick Start Guide.
Installing new SCC modules in the SC-2345/2350 carrier increases the
power requirements of the SCC system. Depending on the number and
types of modules you are using, the power requirements of an SCC system
can eventually exceed the amount of power available from the SCC-PWR
module. Copy the following worksheets and use them to recalculate the
power requirements of the SCC system when you add new SCC modules.
To calculate the analog and digital power requirements for all the SCC
modules in each SC-2345/2350 carrier, complete the following steps:
1.Enter the number of modules of each type that you plan to use in
Tabl e C -1, Number of Modules per Carrier.
2.For each module type, multiply Number of Modules per Carrier by
Maximum Analog Power Required (mW) and enter the product in
Analog Power Required by Module Type.
C
3.For each module type, multiply Number of Modules per Carrier by
Maximum Digital Power Required (mW) and enter the product in
Digital Power Required by Module Type.
4.In Table C-2, total Analog Power Required by Module Type and enter
the sum as Total Analog Power Required per Carrier.
5.In Table C-2, total Digital Power Required by Module Type and enter
the sum as Total Digital Power Required per Carrier.
6.Use Table C-3 and the sections that follow to determine which power
option works for your system. The calculated power requirement must
be lower than the available power for each power type.
Table C-1. Power Requirements of SCC Modules by Module Type
Maximum
Digital Power
Required
(mW)
SCC Module
Maximum Analog
Power Required
(mW)
SCC-A10900
SCC-AIXX375525
SCC-AO101801150
SCC-CI20750
SCC-CO20175645
SCC-CTR010140
SCC-DI01061
SCC-DO01070
SCC-FT01——
SCC-FV01600
SCC-ACC0180330
SCC-LP01,
1350
SCC-LP02
Number of
Modules per
Carrier
Analog Power
Required by
Module Type
Digital Power
Required by
Module Type
SCC-LP03,
4750
SCC-LP04
SCC-RLY010300
SCC-RTD01135153
SCC-SG0X103115
SCC-SG1100.1
SCC-SG24340930
SCC-TCXX600
Tota l =
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Appendix CSCC Power Requirements and Solutions
Table C-2. Total Power Requirements per Carrier
Total Analog Power
Required per Carrier
Total Digital Power
Required per Carrier
Table C-3. SC-2345/2350 Carrier: Power Available from SCC-PWR Modules
SCC-PWR Module
PWR01 with AT/PCI/PXI
1
PWR01 with DAQCard/DAQPad
PWR01 with External
+5 VDC Supply
3
Maximum
Analog Power
Available, P
2
AMax
1.74 W4.18 W
0.49 W0.80 W
1.74 W6.97 W
Maximum
Digital Power
Available, P
PWR028.74 W6.97 W
PWR03 with External
1.74 W6.55 W
7–42 VDC Supply
Total Combined Power
Required per Carrier
Power Available
from Power
DMax
*
*
*
*
*
Supply, P
5.00 W
1.25 W
External
N/A
External
S
1
These power calculations apply to E/M Series DAQ devices that provide +5 VDC at 1 A at the I/O connector. Refer to the
specifications for the E/M Series DAQ device. Tests were performed using a 1 m cable. Longer cables yield a lower level of
power, but the difference is negligible for cables of 2 m or less in length.
2
These power calculations apply to E Series DAQ devices that provide +5 VDC at 250 mA at the I/O connector. Refer to the
specifications for the E Series DAQ device. Tests were performed using a 1 m cable. Longer cables yield a lower level of
power, but the difference is negligible for cables of 2 m or less in length.
3
Refer to the Calculating the Power Available from the SCC-PWR01 section.
* Subtract 0.08 W for the SC-2350 carrier due to its TEDS circuitry.
Calculating the Power Available from the SCC-PWR01
To maximize the amount of power available from the SCC-PWR01, use
an external +5 VDC power supply with a minimum rating of 10.2 W.
Analog power available is limited by the 2 W DC–DC converter on the
SC-2345/2350 carrier and cannot exceed 1.74 W.
SC-2345 Carrier
For the SCC-PWR01 to supply enough power for your SCC configuration
in the SC-2345 carrier, the following three conditions must be true:
P
≤ P
A
AMax
and
P
≤ P
D
DMax
and
where
P
is the total analog power required by your SCC configuration,
A
in watts;
P
AMax
Tabl e C -3;
P
is the total digital power required by your SCC configuration,
D
in watts;
P
DMax
Tabl e C-3 ; a nd
P
is the rating of the power supply in watts.
S
P
/0.62 + PD + 0.45 W ≤ P
A
S
is the maximum analog power available in watts, from
is the maximum digital power available in watts, from
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SC-2350 Carrier
Appendix CSCC Power Requirements and Solutions
For the SCC-PWR01 to supply enough power for your SCC configuration
in the SC-2350 carrier, the following three conditions must be true:
P
≤ P
A
AMax
and
P
≤ P
D
DMax
and
P
/0.62 + PD + 0.53 W ≤ P
A
S
where
P
is the total analog power required by your SCC configuration,
A
in watts;
P
is the maximum analog power available in watts, from
AMax
Tabl e C -3;
P
is the total digital power required by your SCC configuration,
D
in watts;
P
is the maximum digital power available in watts, from
DMax
Tabl e C-3 ; a nd
P
is the rating of the power supply in watts.
S
Calculating the Power Available from the SCC-PWR02
The following section discusses the conditions which must be met for the
SCC-PWR02 to supply enough power for the SCC configuration on the
SC carriers.
Which power option should I use for my application?
Refer to Appendix C, SCC Power Requirements and Solutions, to
determine which option to use.
I am sampling a very-low-voltage, noisy signal. How should I condition
the signal?
If the signal is within the ±50 mV range, use an SCC-AI07 isolated analog
input module. If the signal is of higher amplitude, but still within the
±100 mV range, use an SCC-AI06. Each of these modules has a 10 kHz
lowpass filter. The SCC-AI07 applies a gain of 200, and the SCC-AI06
applies a gain of 100.
Why should I amplify a noisy, low-amplitude analog signal using an
SCC module? Can’t I just amplify it using my E/M Series DAQ device?
D
One reason to amplify low-level signals close to the signal source instead
of at the E/M Series DAQ device is to increase the signal-to-noise ratio. If
you use the E/M Series DAQ device to amplify the signal, the E/M Series
DAQ device also measures and digitizes any noise that enters the lead wires
along the signal path. However, if you amplify the signal closer to the signal
source, the ratio of signal voltage to noise voltage that enters the lead wires
is larger. Therefore, the noise has a less destructive effect on the signal.
I need to sample a 24 V signal. Which SCC module(s) should I use?
Use an SCC-AI01 isolated analog input module. The SCC-AI01 has an
input range of ±42 V and applies a gain of 0.2, yielding a signal of ±8.4 V.
This produces a signal within the input range of the E/M Series DAQ
device.
I am taking measurements from a strain gage mounted on a motor, and
I am concerned that voltages from the motor might damage my
E/M Series DAQ device. What can I use for isolation?
In this case, to make an isolated-strain measurement, use two SCC
modules.
•Use an isolated analog output module to provide excitation.
•If remote sense is desired, use a third module such as an SCC-AIXX
•To measure the return voltage from the strain gage, use the appropriate
module. Use an isolated analog input module with appropriate range
to monitor the excitation voltage (remote sense the voltage). For
example, use the SCC-AI03 to perform remote sense if you are using
10 V
. If you are using 5 VEX, use the SCC-AI04 to perform remote
EX
sense. Use the remote sense voltage measurements to scale the strain
measurements. Use the remote sense configuration option. Refer to
the NI-DAQmx Help, click Search, and enter
remote sense for more
information about remote sensing.
range isolated analog input module. For example, if the strain gauge
returns a ±2 mV signal/V
, then the maximum signal output is
EX
±20 mV. Use the SCC-AI07, which has a ±50 mV range, and the gain
from the E/M Series DAQ device to completely utilize the A/D range
and achieve maximum accuracy with isolation. Isolation amplifiers
inherently contain noise, therefore NI recommends averaging a buffer
of measurements for maximum accuracy. Use the offset adjust screw
potentiometer on the SCC-AI07 to perform an offset null.
Which modules should I use for a feedback system? I want to send an
AO signal to an external object, read an AI signal from the object, and
adjust the AO based on the AI signal. When a certain condition is
reached in the AI, I want a DO module to turn on an alarm or LED.
Can you tell me how to configure and wire this system?
For the AO, use an SCC-CO20 isolated current output module, or design
and build a circuit on the SCC-FT01 that produces the type of output signal
you need. Use socket J17 or J18 for the analog output and control the output
using AO 0 or AO 1 on the E/M Series DAQ device. Refer to the
SCC-CO20 Isolated Current Output Module User Guide for instructions on
wiring the module to the external circuit. For the AI, the module you use
depends on the type of signal you are reading from the external object
(circuit). For example, plug an SCC-AIXX module into socket J1 and the
module sends one signal to AI 0 and one signal to AI 8 on the E/M Series
DAQ device. Refer to the SCC-AI Series Isolated Analog Input Modules User Guide for instructions on wiring the module to the external circuit.
Plug an SCC-DI01 module into socket J9, and it is controlled by
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Appendix DCommon Questions
E/M Series DAQ device digital (P0.0) channel. Only the SC-2345 carrier
can support a digital module. Use software to associate the channels with
one another.
How can I use the SC-2350 carrier to write to the IEEE P1451.4
TEDS-compatible sensor?
Refer to
ni.com/info and enter info code rdtntg for more information
about using the SC-2350 carrier with TEDS-compatible sensors.
Where can I find more information about TEDS-compatible sensors?
For more information about TEDS, refer to the following locations:
ATused in the product names of E Series DAQ devices based on the ISA bus
architecture, for example, AT-MIO-16E
AWGAmerican Wire Gauge
C
CCelsius
CHchannel
channelpin or wire lead to which you apply or from which you read the analog or
digital signal. Analog signals can be single-ended or differential. For digital
signals, you group channels to form ports. Ports usually consist of either
four or eight digital channels.
connector blocksame as carrier, as in SC-2345/2350 carrier
counter/timera circuit that counts external pulses or generates clock pulses (timing)
CTR 0 GATEgeneral purpose counter/timer 0 gate signal
CTR 0 OUTgeneral purpose counter/timer 0 output signal
CTR 0 SOURCEgeneral purpose counter/timer 0 clock source signal
CTR 1 GATEgeneral purpose counter/timer 1 gate signal
CTR 1 OUTgeneral purpose counter/timer 1 output signal
CTR 1 SOURCEgeneral purpose counter/timer 1 clock source signal
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Glossary
D
DACdigital-to-analog converter—an electronic device, often an integrated
circuit, that converts a digital number into a corresponding analog voltage
or current
DAQdata acquisition—(1) collecting and measuring electrical signals from
sensors, transducers, and test probes or fixtures and inputting them to a
computer for processing; (2) collecting and measuring the same kinds of
electrical signals with A/D and/or DIO boards plugged into a computer,
and possibly generating control signals with D/A and/or DIO boards in the
same computer
DAQ devicea plug-in data acquisition board, card, or pad that can contain multiple
channels and conversion devices. Plug-in boards and PCMCIA cards are
examples of DAQ devices.
DAQCarda data acquisition device on a PCMCIA card
DAQPada data acquisition device that uses the IEEE 1394 bus architecture
DCdirect current
drop-down listboxa graphical box with a down arrow button that lets you select values or
options from a list. To select a value or option in the selection box, click the
down arrow for a complete list values or options, then use your arrow keys
or mouse to select a value or option from the list.
E
E Seriesa standard architecture for instrumentation-class, multichannel data
filteringa type of signal conditioning that allows you to filter unwanted signals from
FREQ OUTfrequency output signal
frequency cutoff
the signal you are trying to measure
G
ga unit of acceleration equal to 9.80 m/s
gainthe factor by which a signal is amplified, sometimes expressed in decibels
2
H
hhour
hardwarethe physical components of a computer system, such as the circuit boards,
plug-in boards, chassis, enclosures, peripherals, cables, and so on
Hzhertz—the number of scans read or updates written per second
I
I/Oinput/output—the transfer of data to/from a computer system involving
communications channels, operator interface devices, and/or data
acquisition and control interfaces
IEEE P1451family of IEEE standards defining a variety of smart transducer interfaces.
All of the standards within this family support the concept of a TEDS, that
provides self-identification and plug and play operation to transducers.
IEEE P1451.4an IEEE standard that defines the concept of plug-and-play sensors with
analog signals. This is accomplished with the addition of a TEDS in
memory, typically an EEPROM, embedded within the sensor and
communicated through a simple, low-cost serial connection.
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Glossary
K
KKelvin
L
LEDlight-emitting diode
M
M SeriesAn architecture for instrumentation-class, multichannel data acquisition
devices based on the earlier E Series architecture with added new features.
Maxim/Dallas
Semiconductor
1-Wire Protocol
measurementThe quantitative determination of a physical characteristic. In practice,
a very simple, low-cost, master-slave serial communication protocol,
requiring that a single master device, such as the data acquisition system,
supply power and initiate each transaction with each node according to a
defined transaction timing sequence, on a single wire and return
measurement is the conversion of a physical quantity or observation to a
domain where a human being or computer can determine the value.
N
NI-DAQNational Instruments driver software for DAQ hardware
noisean undesirable electrical signal—noise comes from external sources such
as the AC power line, motors, generators, transformers, fluorescent lights,
soldering irons, CRT displays, computers, electrical storms, welders, radio
transmitters, and internal sources such as semiconductors, resistors, and
capacitors. Noise corrupts signals you are trying to send or receive.
NRSEnonreferenced single-ended mode—all measurements are made with
respect to a common (NRSE) measurement system reference, but the
voltage at this reference can vary with respect to the measurement system
ground
expansion bus architecture used in some E Series DAQ devices
P
D
digital power
peak to peaka measure of signal amplitude; the difference between the highest and
lowest excursions of the signal
PFIprogrammable function input
plug & play sensora transducer with an associated TEDS—includes both Virtual TEDS and
smart TEDS sensors
P0.digital input/output
p-pSee peak to peak
pppeak to peak
ppmparts per million
PXIPCI eXtensions for Instrumentation—a rugged, open system for modular
instrumentation based on CompactPCI, with special mechanical, electrical,
and software features. See also PCI.
R
rmsroot mean square—the square root of the average value of the square of the
instantaneous signal amplitude; a measure of signal amplitude
RSEreferenced single-ended mode—all measurements are made with respect
to a common reference measurement system or a ground. Also called a
grounded measurement system.
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sseconds
scanone or more analog or digital input samples. Typically, the number of input
samples in a scan is equal to the number of channels in the input group. For
example, one pulse from the scan clock produces one scan which acquires
one new sample from every analog input channel in the group.
SCCsignal conditioning component
SCC-LPrefers to all versions in the LP series
SCC-PWRrefers to an SCC power module
SCC-TCrefers to both the SCC-TC01 and the SCC-TC02
SCSIsmall computer system interface
SEsingle-ended—a term used to describe an analog input that is measured
with respect to a common ground
sensora device that responds to a physical stimulus (heat, light, sound, pressure,
motion, flow, and so on), and produces a corresponding electrical signal
signal conditioningthe manipulation of signals to prepare them for digitizing
smart TEDS sensora transducer with a built-in self-identification EEPROM that provides
the TEDS
T
TEDSTransducer Electronic Data Sheet—self-identification and calibration
information, such as sensor identification information, sensitivity,
calibration parameters, location ID, and custom user data, stored in an
EEPROM embedded in an analog sensor. For information on IEEE P1451.4
TEDS-compatible smart sensors, refer to
TEDS Class I sensora smart TEDS sensor with a constant-current powered transducer with
a two-wire interface such as an accelerometer. Class 1 transducers also
include diodes or analog switches with which the multiplexing of the
analog signal with the digital TEDS information on the single-pair of
wires is possible. The digital portion of the mixed-mode interface
(Class 1 or Class 2) is based on the 1-Wire protocol from Maxim/Dallas
Semiconductor
TEDS Class II sensora smart TEDS sensor with separate wires for the analog and digital portions
of the TEDS mixed-mode interface. The analog input/output of the
transducer is left unmodified, and the digital TEDS circuit is added in
parallel, such as thermocouples, RTDs and bridge-based sensors. The
digital portion of the mixed-mode interface (Class 1 or Class 2) is based
on the 1-Wire protocol from Maxim/Dallas Semiconductor.
For more information, refer to Maxim/Dallas Semiconductor
1-Wire Protocol.
thermocouplea temperature sensor created by joining two dissimilar metals. The junction
produces a small voltage as a function of the temperature.
thresholda reference voltage, that when compared to another voltage, triggers an
event
TRIGtrigger signal
V
Vvolts
V
COM
V
DC
V
IN
virtual TEDSTransducer Electronic Data Sheet, not directly built into the transducer
voltage input signal reference
volts direct current
voltage input signal
itself, but accessible through a computer file, which has been downloaded
from the internet or created locally
V
SS
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W
Wwatts
working voltagethe highest voltage that should be applied to a product during normal use,
normally well under the breakdown voltage for safety margin