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User’s Guide

OMB-DAQBOOK-2000 AEX SERIES

16-Bit, 200 kHz Multifunction Data Acquisition Systems

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Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips

Refer all service to qualified personnel. This caution symbol warns of possible personal injury or equipment damage under noted conditions. Follow all safety standards of professional practice and the recommendations in this manual. Using this equipment in ways other than described in this manual can present serious safety hazards or cause equipment damage.

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Specifications are subject to change without notice. Significant changes will be addressed in an addendum or revision to the manual. As applicable, we calibrate hardware to published specifications. Periodic hardware calibration is not covered under the warranty and must be performed by qualified personnel as specified in this manual. Improper calibration procedures may void the warranty.

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Your order was carefully inspected prior to shipment. When you receive your system, carefully unpack all items from the shipping carton and check for physical signs of damage that may have occurred during shipment. Promptly report any damage to the shipping agent and your sales representative. Retain all shipping materials in case the unit needs returned to the factory.

CAUTION

Using this equipment in ways other than described in this manual can cause personal injury or equipment damage. Before setting up and using your equipment, you should read all documentation that covers your system. Pay special attention to Warnings and Cautions.

Note:

PDF

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During software installation, Adobe

PDF versions of user manuals will automatically install onto your hard drive as a part of product support. The default location is in the Programs group, which can be accessed from the Windows Desktop. Initial navigation is as follows:

Start [Desktop “Start” pull-down menu]

⇒ Programs

⇒ Omega DaqX Software

You can also access the PDF documents directly from the data acquisition CD by using the <View PDFs> button located on the opening screen.

Refer to the PDF documentation for details regarding both hardware and software.

A copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader

is included on your CD. The Reader provides a means of reading and printing the PDF documents. Note that hardcopy versions of the manuals can be ordered from the factory.

DaqBook2000 Series Users Manual.pdf

Contains the DaqBook/2000 Series hardware-related and software-related chapters, as well as links to the .pdf files listed below. This pdf file, plus the following constitute a complete set of documentation for the DaqBook/2000 Series Devices.

DaqView_DaqViewXL.pdf

Discusses how to install and use these “out-of-the-box” data acquisition programs.

PostAcquisition Analysis.pdf

This pdf consists of two documents. The first discusses eZ-PostView, a post data

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acquisition analysis program. The application is included free as a part of product support. The second includes information regarding eZ-FrequencyView and eZ-TimeView. These two applications have more features than does eZ-PostView and are available for purchase. They can; however, be used freely during a 30-day trial period.

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Manual Layout

DaqBook/2000 Series Installation Guide – Discusses how to install software, connect hardware,

System Connections and Pinouts – Provides pinouts of P1, P2, P3, and P4. The document includes

Chapter 1 – Operational Overview. This chapter briefly discusses the modular concept of “Daq”

DBK Options.pdf

The DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual discusses each DBK product. In addition, the document includes chapters on signal management, system connections, pinouts, DBK set up in software, and troubleshooting.

ProgrammersManual.pdf

The Programmer’s Manual pertains to developing custom programs using Applications Program Interface (API) commands.

Programmers should check the readme.file on the install CD-ROM for the location of program examples included on the CD.

and test the system.

an overview of several DBK200 Series adapters that can be used for system expansion from a DaqBook/2000 Series device P4 connector.

systems and includes a DaqBook/2000 Series block diagram, information regarding scanning, triggering, synchronous and asynchronous I/O operations, and the use of DBK cards and modules for signal conditioning. The chapter includes material regarding the DBK46 card option, which provides the host unit with four Digital-to-Analog Converters (DACs).

DBK Basics – Discusses option cards and modules (DBKs) that can be used to enhance and

expand data acquisition systems.

Chapter 2 – DBK46 Reference Discusses optional 4-channel analog output card that can be used to

provide a DaqBook/2000 Series model with four DAC channels.

Chapter 3 – CE Compliance and Noise Considerations pertains to CE standards and operating

conditions relevant to DaqBook/2000 Series Systems. CA-209D CE Cable Kit Instructions (p/n 1103-0902) and Ethernet CE Kit Installation Instructions (p/n 1107-0901) are included at the end of the chapter.

Chapter 4 – Calibration lists the order in which to perform adjustments and briefly discusses

DaqCal.exe, a program that provides on-screen instruction, graphics, and prompts.

Chapter 5 – Specifications

Chapter 6 – Fuse Replacement

Chapter 7 – Troubleshooting and Customer Support

Dimensional Drawings

Glossary

Reference Note:

Reference to additional documents, of importance to the DaqBook/2000 Series, begins on the preceding page.

DaqBoard 2000 Series User’s Manual

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Installation Guide …… IG-1

A Comparison of Device Features …… IG-4 Connecting a DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X to a PC Parallel Port …. [Section A] Connecting a DaqBook/2000E or WaveBook/516E to the Ethernet …. [Section B] Connecting a DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X to a DaqBook/2000E …. [Section C]

Appendices

Device Connector Reference ….. Appendix D System Expansion …… Appendix E Adding a Parallel Port to the PC …… Appendix F TCP/IP and Resource Tests …… Appendix G

System Connections and Pinouts …… sc-1

Overview …… sc-1 P1 – Analog I/O …… sc-3 P2 – Digital I/O …… sc-4 P3 – Pulse/Frequency/Digital I/O …… sc-5 P4 to P1, P2, and P3 Correlation …… sc-6 DBK200 Series, Selected P4 Connector Options …… sc-9

1 – Operational Overview

Daq Systems, the Modular Concept …… 1-1 Block Diagram and Basic Features…... 1-3 Scanning …… 1-6 Triggering …… 1-7 Synchronous I/O Operations …… 1-8 Asynchronous I/O Operations …… 1-12 Using DBK Cards and Modules for Signal Conditioning ……1-13 Daq Software …… 1-13

DBK Basics

Introduction……

DBK Basics-

How Do DBKs Connect to the Data Acquisition Device? …… DBK Identification Tables …..

Tips on Setting up a Data Acquisition System …… Power Supplies and Power Connectors …… An Introduction to Power-Related DBKs ….. Power Requirements …… Calculating Your System’s Power Needs ……

Additional Reading …..

DBK Basics-

2 – DBK46 – A Reference for DaqBook/2000 Series Users

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3 - CE-Compliance and Noise Considerations

Overview ……3-1 CE Standards and Directives ……3-1 Safety Conditions ……3-2 Emissions/Immunity Conditions ……3-2 CE Enhancements for DBKs ...3-3 CE Compliance for DaqBook/2000 Series System Expansion …… 3-3 Noise Considerations …… 3-4 CA-209D, CE Cable Kit Instructions Ethernet CE Kit Installation Instructions

4 – Calibration

5 – Specifications

6 – Fuse Replacement

General Information …… 6-1 DaqBook/2000A …… 6-2 DaqBook/2000X …… 6-3 DaqBook/2000E …… 6-5

7 – Troubleshooting and Customer Support

(p/n 1103-0902)

(p/n 1077-0901)

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD), Handling Notice…… 7-1 Product Care …… 7-1 ReadMe Files and the Install CD-ROM ……7-2 Driver Support……7-2 Ethernet Problems …… 7-2

Parallel Port Problems ……7-3 Frequently Asked Questions …… 7-6 Customer Support …… 7-9

Dimensional Drawings

Glossary

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Installation Guide

A Comparison of Device Features …… IG-4

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

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

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

Appendix D – Device Connector Reference

Appendix E – System Expansion

Appendix F – Adding a Parallel Port to the PC

Appendix G – TCP/IP and Resource Tests

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A Comparison of Device Features

DaqBook/2000A

DaqBook/2000X

DaqBook/2000E

Feature Description Applies to:

(with DBK46)

3 Card Exp.

Analog Input Channels

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

Analog Output Channels [Available only with DBK46 Option]

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

Digital I/O Channels

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

Counter/Timers

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

10/100BaseT Ethernet Interface located on the chassis

The

DaqBook/2000E includes a 10/100BaseT Ethernet interface. Note that DaqBook/2000A and DaqBook/2000X can connect to the DaqBook/2000E, or to a WBK25 Ethernet module.

3 Card Expansion

The

DaqBook/2000X includes three expansion slots that can accept a wide variety of analog and digital DBK signal conditioning cards.

All Models

Each model, providing a DBK46 is installed.

All Models

/2000E

/2000X

DaqBook/2000 Series Devices are high-speed, multi-function, data acquisition systems for use with notebook and desktop PCs. They feature a 16-bit, 200-kHz A/D converter, digital calibration, 40 digital I/O lines, four counters, and two timers and, if the optional DBK46 card is installed, four 16-bit, 100-kHz D/A converters.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Section A

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

CAUTION

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

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

Reference Note: Adobe PDF versions of user manuals will

automatically install onto your hard drive as a part of product support. The default location is in the Programs group, which can be accessed from the Windows Desktop. You can also access documents directly from the data acquisition CD via the <View PDFs> button located on the CD’s opening screen.

STEP A.1 –

Remove

1. Programs feature.

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

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

Minimum System Requirements

PC system with Pentium® Processor

Windows Operating System

RAM, as follows:

32 Mbytes of RAM for Windows 95/98/NT 64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows Me 64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows 2000

64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows XP

Install the Software

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

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STEP A.2 –

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

What you will need

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

this guide's Appendix F, Adding a Parallel Port to the PC, which begins on page IG / F-1.

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

How to make the connection:

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

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

DB25 Parallel Port Connector

STEP A.3 –

Connect the System to Power

What you will need

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

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

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

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

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

Reference Note: It is possible to use a VDC power source other than the commonly used switching-mode power supply, often referred to as an adapter. However, be sure to consult the power-related sections of DBK Basics before doing so. The DBK Basics segment immediately follows chapter 1 of this user’s manual.

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How to make the connection:

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

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

If you plan to use a power source other than the adapter, consult the power-related sections of DBK Basics before doing so. The DBK Basics segment immediately follows chapter 1 of this user’s manual.

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

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

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

5. position. The power led will light up.

STEP A.4 –

Configure and Test the Hardware

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Support for Parallel Port Communication Protocols

Protocol

Device Type, Applicability to

WaveBooks DaqBook/2000

Series

LogBooks

Estimated Throughput (Note 2)

4 bit Yes Yes No 40 to 50 Ks/sec

8 bit Yes Yes No 80 to 100 Ks/sec

SMC666

Yes Yes No 350 to 370 Ks/sec

EPP

Fast EPP

Yes Yes

(Note 1)

No 500 Ks/sec

(WBK20)

Fast EPP

Yes Yes No 1.2 / Ms/sec

(WBK21)

Fast EPP

Yes Yes No 500 Ks/sec

(WBK23)

ECP Yes Yes Yes 350 to 400 Ks/sec

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

parallel port capabilities and BIOS settings of the computer involved.

7. Select the “Test Hardware” tab.

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

9. Click the <Resource Test> button.

Appendix G, TCP/IP and Resource Tests, includes a brief explanation of the test. See page IG / G-1.

10. Click the <T

est> button.

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

This completes the instructions for connecting a DaqBook/2000A or a DaqBook/2000X to a PC parallel port. At this point you should refer to other sections of the manual for additional system information. The manual includes pinouts, information on system expansion, and data acquisition.

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Section B

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

Introduction

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

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

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

DaqBook/2000E

WaveBook/516E

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CAUTION

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

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

Reference Note: Adobe PDF versions of user manuals will

STEP B.1 –

Remove

1. Programs feature.

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

STEP B.2 –

Determine the type of Network Connection

Minimum System Requirements

PC system with Pentium® Processor

Windows Operating System

RAM, as follows:

32 Mbytes of RAM for Windows 95/98/NT 64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows Me 64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows 2000

64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows XP

Install the Software

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

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

Briefly, the four network types are as follows:

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

•

Dedicated Network - making use of a network hub or switch

•

LAN with a DHCP server

(Local Area Network with a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)

•

LAN without a DHCP server

(Local Area Network with no Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)

Brief descriptions and illustrations follow.

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

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

Dedicated Network using a Direct Cable Connection

Dedicated Network - making use of a network hub or switch

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

Dedicated Network using a Hub/Switch

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

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

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

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Notes:

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

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

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

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to a corporate network.

LAN with no DHCP Server

(Local Area Network with no Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol server)

This scenario looks the same as that shown in the previous illustration, except there is no Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). In this type of setup, one or more computers are connected to a network; and each computer has a static IP address.

STEP B.3 –

Connect the System Components

Reference Note:

For examples of system connections, including cable use, refer to the following sections of the installation guide as needed: Appendix D, Device Connector Reference; Appendix E, System Expansion; and Appendix F, Adding a Parallel Port to the PC.

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

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

- an Ethernet jack on a computer or

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

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

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

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

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STEP B.4 –

Power-up the System Components

What you will need

A power supply with a range of +10 VDC to +30 VDC.

The power supply needs to have a male DIN5 connector.

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

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

How to make the connection:

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

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

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

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

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

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

5. “1” position. The power led will light up.

Reference Note: Refer to the power-related sections of DBK Basics before powering up a system. The DBK Basics segment immediately follows chapter 1 of this user’s manual.

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STEP B.5 -

Configure the Computer’s Network Settings [Applies to “dedicated networks” only]

If using a LAN (Local Area Network), which has a DHCP server with STEP B.7 - Configure and Test the System using the Daq*Configuration Applet (page B-10).

If using a LAN (Local Area Network), which has no DHCP server continue with STEP B.6 - Configure Device Network Settings using DaqIPConfig (page B-9).

1. Open the Control Panel by navigating from the Windows Desktop as follows: Start Menu ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel.

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

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

, skip this section and continue

, skip this section and

Local Area Connection Status

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

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Local Area Connection Properties

5. Double-click the “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” component (previous figure). The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” box will appear (following figure).

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Configure the Computer’s TCP/IP settings as follows.

Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties

6. Select the “Use the following IP Address” radio button.

7. Set the IP address field to 10.0.0.x where x is some number from 1 to 255. Make sure that each computer on the dedicated network has a unique IP address.

8. Set the Subnet mask to 255.0.0.0. Note that the remaining fields can be left unchanged.

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STEP B.6 -

The DaqIPConfig applet, designed for 32-bit Windows /NT/2000/XP systems. DaqIPConfig allows you to change the IP address of a device to match the address of a host computer. The applet is located in the program group for the associated device and can be accessed from the Windows Desktop via the start menu.

1. Locate the DaqIPConfig Applet.

2. Open the DaqIPConfig Applet.

Configure Device Network Settings using DaqIPConfig

Applies only to a LAN (Local Area Network), which has a no DHCP server.

If using a LAN (Local Area Network), which has a DHCP server with STEP B.7 - Configure and Test the System using the Daq*Configuration Applet (page B-10).

Locate the DaqIPConfig applet by navigating from the Windows’ Desktop as follows:

DaqBook Users WaveBook Users

: Start Menu ⇒ Programs ⇒ Omega DaqX Software ⇒ DaqIPConfig

: Start Menu ⇒ Programs ⇒ Omega WaveBook Software ⇒ DaqIPConfig

Click on the DaqIPConfig selection to open the applet.

, skip this section and continue

3. Select the device that is to have the address change.

Note: In the above figure there is only one device to select, i.e., DaqBook/2000E.

4. Set the internet protocol (TCP/IP) settings to be compatible with host computer.

(a) Select the radio button labeled “Use the following IP address.”

(b) Enter the new internet protocol settings. If needed, consult your network administrator for

acceptable numbers.

5. Reboot the device.

The new IP address will not take affect until the device has been powered-off, then powered back on.

6. Repeat steps 3, 4, and 5 for other devices in the system.

After configuring the network settings for all devices, proceed to Step B.7.

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STEP B.7 -

1. Open the Daq* Configuration Applet.

2. Add the first-level device to the list of installed devices.

Configure and test the System using the Daq* Configuration Applet

The Daq* Configuration applet, designed for 32-bit Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP systems, is located in the Windows Control Panel. It allows you to add or remove a device and change configuration settings. The included test utility provides feedback on the validity of current configuration settings, as well as performance summaries.

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

Start Menu ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel

b. From the Control Panel, double-click the Daq* Configuration icon.

The first-level device is the device that will be connected directly to the Ethernet, via a host computer’s Ethernet jack or a jack on a network hub. The DaqBook/2000E and WaveBook/516E are each examples of first-level devices.

a. Select the Computer image in the Device Inventory configuration tree (following figure).

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

c. Select the DaqBook2000E or the WaveBook516E from the list of devices, as applicable.

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

Using Daq* Configuration Device Inventory & Select Device Type to Add a Device

Note: Although the above figure indicates that a WaveBook/516E was selected as the first level

device, we could similarly have a DaqBook/2000E as the first-level device.

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3. Set the properties of the first-level device.

In this step you will set the device properties according to one of the following two methods, depending on whether you have a “Dedicated Network” or a “LAN with DHCP Server Network.” Illustrations of the network types are provided on page B-3.

Users of Dedicated Networks

a. Enter the Serial Number of the first-level device (DaqBook/2000E, or WaveBook/516E). In

the following screen shots the Serial Number is 800000.

b. Select the “Auto IP Setting” radio button. Note that the IP Address of the DaqBook/2000E,

or the WaveBook/516E will automatically be calculated and displayed in the IP Address field as indicated in the following left-hand figure.

c. Click the <OK> button.

follow these 2 steps.

For DEDICATED Networks

For LAN with DHCP Server Networks

Daq* Configuration, Properties Dialog Boxes

: The above images are based on WaveBook/516E. We could similarly have DaqBook/2000E selected.

Note

Users of LAN with DHCP Server Networks

follow these 3 steps.

The DaqIPConfig applet provides the Serial Number and the IP Address of the device. Users of LAN with DHCP Server Networks will need to enter both numbers in the Daq* Configuration, Properties dialog boxes (previous right-hand figure). Page B-9 includes instructions for accessing DaqIPConfig.

If needed, refer to the upper right-hand figure in regard to radio-button and data entry locations.

a. Enter the base 10 version of the Serial Number

of the DaqBook/2000E or WaveBook/516E, as applicable.

b. Select the “Manual IP Setting” radio button.

c. In the IP Address field, enter the IP address.

d. Click the <OK> button.

Partial View of DaqIP Config

Showing IP Addresses & Serial Numbers

Provide your network administrator with the information on the device’s MAC label. Also, find out from the administrator if the IP Address will be changing. If so, see if you can obtain a permanent IP Address dedicated specifically to your device.

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4. Test the system connections.

a. Make sure the device has been properly installed and is powered-on.

b. Make sure all cables are properly and securely connected.

c. Click the “Test Hardware” tab.

d. Click the <TCP/IP Test> button. This tests the Transmission Control Protocol / Internet

Protocol.

The TCP/IP

test results have two components: Pinging Device and TCP Connection.

Appendix G, TCP/IP and Resource Tests, includes a brief explanation of each.

e. Upon completion of the TCP/IP test, click the <Resource Test> button.

The Resource Test

consists of two components: Resource Tests and Performance Tests.

Appendix G, TCP/IP and Resource Tests, includes a brief explanation of each.

When testing a WaveBook or DaqBook device, if the unit does not respond within 30 seconds perform the following steps:

1) reboot the system

2) upon power-up, re-open the Daq* Configuration applet

3) select another configuration setting

4) reinitiate the test

This completes the procedure for connecting a DaqBook/2000E or WaveBook/516E to the Ethernet. At this point you should refer to other sections of the manual, e.g., pinouts, information on system expansion, and data acquisition.

Reference Notes: Depending on your application and system setup, related information can be found in the following sources:

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The DBK Options Manual (p/n 457-0905).

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The WBK Options Manual (p/n 489-0902).

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The Programmer’s Manual, (p/n 1008-0901).

Note: You can access PDF documents directly from the opening screen of the data acquisition CD

via the <View PDFs> button.

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Section C

Connecting a DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X to a DaqBook/2000E

Connecting a DaqBook/2000A or a DaqBook/2000X

to a DaqBook/2000E

CAUTION

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

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

Minimum System Requirements

Reference Note: Adobe PDF versions of user manuals will

PC system with Pentium® Processor

Windows Operating System

RAM, as follows:

32 Mbytes of RAM for Windows 95/98/NT 64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows Me 64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows 2000

64 Mbytes of RAM for Windows XP

In this section we are dealing with a setup in which: (1) the DaqBook/2000E is already connected to the Ethernet, and (2) the associated software from the data acquisition CD is installed.

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STEP C.1 –

Connect the DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X to an Expansion Port on

the DaqBook/2000E

What you will need

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

How to make the connection:

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

2. Connect the parallel port cable to the parallel port connector on the rear panel of the DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X. See the preceding picture.

Connect the other end of the cable to one of three expansion ports on the DaqBook/2000E.

DB25 Parallel Port Connector

Expansion Ports

STEP C.2 –

DaqBook/2000E

Connect the DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X to Power

What you will need

A power supply with a range of +10 VDC to +30 VDC.

The power supply needs to have a male DIN5 connector.

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

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

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

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

How to make the connection:

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

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

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

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

urn ON the DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X by placing the unit’s power switch to the

5. “1” position. The power led will light up.

urn the DaqBook/2000E “ON” by placing the unit’s power switch to the “1” position.

6. The power led will light up.

STEP C.3 –

1. Open the Daq* Configuration Applet.

2. Add the DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X.

Configure and Test the Hardware

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

Start Menu ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel

b. From the Control Panel, double-click the Daq* Configuration icon.

In the Daq Configuration applet, add the DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X to one of the three expansion ports of the DaqBook/2000E.

a. Select the DaqBook/2000E in the Device Inventory configuration tree (see following figure).

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

c. Select “DaqBook2000A/2000X” from the list of devices.

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

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Adding a DaqBook/2000A to a DaqBook/2000E

Note: Devices have default names, for example, DaqBook2K0. If desired, you can change the device name.

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3. Set the Expansion Port number.

In our current setup, the DaqBook/2000A (or DaqBook/2000X) is a second-level device. This is because it is connected to an expansion port of a first-level device, i.e., the DaqBook/2000E.

For this step select the expansion port number to which the DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X is connected, i.e., Port 1, Port 2, or Port 3.

Note: The DaqBook/2000A and DaqBook/2000X make use of the same IP address as the DaqBook/2000E

to which they are connected. For this reason no configuration of the IP address is called for in the second-level device’s properties box.

Setting the Expansion Port Number

4. Test the system connections.

a. Make sure the device has been properly installed and is powered-on.

b. Make sure all cables are properly and securely connected.

c. Click the “Test Hardware” tab.

d. Click the <Resource Test> button.

Appendix G, TCP/IP and Resource Tests, includes a brief explanation of the test.

This completes the instructions for connecting a DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X to a DaqBook/2000E. At this point you should refer to other sections of the manual, e.g., pinouts, information on system expansion, and data acquisition.

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Reference Notes:

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If you experience difficulties, please consult the additional user documentation before calling technical support. User documentation is included on your data acquisition CD, and is installed automatically as a part of product support, when your software is installed. The default location is the Programs Group. The documentation includes API information, pinouts, troubleshooting, and a great deal of material regarding specific DBK cards and modules.

➣

Documents can be read directly from the data acquisition CD via the <View PDFs> button located on the opening screen.

For DaqBook/2000 Series Ethernet Applications:

When powering up a DaqBook/2000 Series system it is important that the DaqBook/2000E is powered last, and that the most remote system components are powered first. Other power-up sequences will result in software’s failure to recognize all components.*

First, power-on the DBK expansion modules.

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Second, power-on the DaqBook/2000A, DaqBook/2000X, or DBK modules that are connected

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to the expansion ports of the DaqBook/2000E.

Finally, power-on the DaqBook/2000E.

•

An exception to this power-up scheme is to power-on the entire system at once.

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Appendix D – Device Connector Reference D

For DaqBook/2000 Series Devices

DaqBook/2000A …… D-1 DaqBook/2000X …… D-3 DaqBook/2000E …… D-5

DaqBook/2000A

Front Panel

The DaqBook/2000A’s front panel offers three DB37 connectors designated as P1, P2, and P3.

P1 connects to Analog I/O. P2 connects to Digital I/O. P3 connects to Pulse / Frequency Digital I/O.

Pinouts of each immediately follow Appendix G of this installation guide.

Rear Panel

DaqBook/2000A’s rear panel contains a power switch, DIN5 power connector, LEDs, synchronization ports, a parallel port connector, and a 100-pin (P4) connector. Additional detail follows. Items described below are done so from left to right, when looking at the rear panel.

POWER Switch: A rocker-type switch with a “0” label for Power Off, and a “1” for Power On.

POWER IN: +10 to +30 VDC, through a socket type DIN5 connector on the chassis.

Power is typically supplied from a TR40U power adapter.

LEDs: ACTIVE – Lights when a sample has been converted by the A/D Converter.

ONLINE – Lights when software establishes communication to the unit. POWER – Lights when power is turned on and is present.

SYNC (Qty of 2) – Two “synchronization ports” provide a means of synchronizing multiple DaqBook/2000 Series units in regard to post-trigger scanning. The ports accept CA-74-1 and CA-74-5 RJ-11, 6 conductor type cables.

Parallel Port – A DB25 connector used to connect theDaqBook/2000A to the Parallel Port of the host PC, or to an Expansion Port of a DaqBook/2000E, or to an Expansion Port of a WBK25 Ethernet Interface Module. Applicable cables are CA-35-2 (2-foot) and CA-35-12 (1-foot).

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P4 – P4 is a 100-pin connector that shares signal connections with the P1, P2, and P3 connectors. P4 offers no additional I/O. You can connect a DBK200 Series Option to P4 via a CA-195 cable to essentially distance the P1, P2, P3 connection from the DaqBook/2000A. See the following Caution.

CAUTION

Signal conflicts between a DaqBook/2000 Series device’s P1, P2, P3 connectors and its P4 connector can result in erroneous readings and possible equipment damage.

Therefore, when connections have been made to P1, P2, and/or P3, use caution when making connections through P4, and visa versa.

Use a CA-209D CE Cable Kit in electrically noisy environments. The kit includes a 3-foot long shielded cable, two grounding pigtails, two cable clamps, and 4 screws. The

CE Compliance chapter provides additional information.

Reference Note: The document section entitled, System Connections and Pinouts, includes pinouts for P1, P2, P3 and P4. The section immediately follows Appendix G of this installation guide.

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DaqBook/2000X

Front Panel

The upper row of theDaqBook/2000X front panel contains port openings for three installed DBK cards. In the following figure, each connector seen in the upper row belongs to an installed DBK card.

Appendix E, System Expansion, contains a section entitled Expansion via DBK Cards in a

DaqBook/2000X. The section includes one system example in which 3 analog DBK cards are used, and

another in which 1 analog DBK card and 2 digital DBK cards are used.

The lower row of the DaqBook/2000X front panel offers three DB37 connectors designated as P1, P2, and P3.

P1 connects to Analog I/O. P2 connects to Digital I/O. P3 connects to Pulse / Frequency Digital I/O.

Pinouts of each immediately follow Appendix G of this installation guide.

Rear Panel

The DaqBook/2000X rear panel contains an upper section of 3 card slots and a lower section, which includes a power switch, DIN5 power connector, LEDs, synchronization ports, a parallel port connector, and a 100-pin (P4) connector. Items described below are done so from left to right. The top row, consisting of three expansion slots, is listed first.

Expansion Cards - Up to three can be added, one per card slot. POWER Switch: A rocker-type switch with a “0” label for Power Off, and a “1” for Power On. POWER IN: +10 to +30 VDC, through a socket type DIN5 connector on the chassis.

Power is typically supplied from a TR40U power adapter.

LEDs: ACTIVE – Lights when a sample has been converted by the A/D Converter.

ONLINE – Lights when software establishes communication to the unit. POWER – Lights when power is turned on and is present.

SYNC – Two “synchronization ports” provide a means of synchronizing multiple DaqBook/2000 Series units in regard to post-trigger scanning. The ports accept CA-74-1 and CA-74-5 RJ-11, 6 conductor type cables.

Parallel Port – A DB25 connector used to connect theDaqBook/2000X to the parallel port of the host PC or to the EXPANSION PORT of a DaqBook/2000E. Applicable cables are CA-35-2 (2-foot) and CA-35-12 (1-foot).

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CAUTION

Signal conflicts between a DaqBook/2000 Series device’s P1, P2, P3 connectors and its P4 connector can result in erroneous readings and possible equipment damage.

Therefore, when connections have been made to P1, P2, and/or P3, use caution when making connections through P4, and visa versa.

Use a CA-209D CE Cable Kit in electrically noisy environments. The kit includes a 3-foot long shielded cable, two grounding pigtails, two cable clamps, and 4 screws. The

CE Compliance chapter provides additional information.

Reference Note: The document section entitled, System Connections and Pinouts, includes pinouts for P1, P2, P3 and P4. The section immediately follows Appendix G of this installation guide.

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DaqBook/2000E

Front Panel

The DaqBook/2000E’s front panel offers three DB37 connectors designated as P1, P2, and P3.

P1 connects to Analog I/O. P2 connects to Digital I/O. P3 connects to Pulse / Frequency Digital I/O.

Pinouts of each immediately follow Appendix G of this installation guide.

Rear Panel

The upper row of DaqBook/2000E’s rear panel contains a MAC Address Label, Ethernet Port, 5 LEDs, and three expansion ports. The lower section of the panel includes a power switch, DIN5 power connector, 3 LEDs, 2 synchronization ports, and 100-pin (P4) connector. Items described below are done so from left to right, with the top row discussed first.

MAC Address Label: The Media Access Control (MAC) label is located in the upper left corner of the rear panel. The label shows the device serial number in three formats: (1) Barcode, (2) base 10, and (3) hexadecimal. If prompted to enter a serial number in software, use the base 10 number. Conversion to a hexadecimal number for use in addressing will be automatic.

ETHERNET: The 10/100BaseT Ethernet port can connect to the Ethernet port of the host PC, or to an Ethernet network. Either of two Ethernet patch cables may be used to make the connection. CA-242 is a

1.5 foot cable. CA-242-7 is a 7-foot cable. Note that the Ethernet connector has two built in LEDs that indicate traffic flow. These are discussed with the three other Ethernet-related LEDs. Note that the Ethernet cable length must be <10m in order for the system to be CE Compliant.

LEDs: There are 5 ETHERNET Status LEDS. Two rectangular LEDs, Tx and Rx

are built right into the frame of the Ethernet jack. The other three, located just to the right of the jack, are round and are labeled L, T, and D.

Tx – “ON” indicates traffic is being transmitted (see figure at right). Rx – “ON” indicates that the port is receiving traffic. L (Link) “ON” indicates a link exists. “OFF” indicates no link. T (Transmit) “ON” indicates 100 M-Bits, “OFF” indicates 10 M-Bits. D (Duplex) “ON” indicates full duplex, which allows simultaneous two-

way data traffic. “OFF” indicates half-duplex, which only allows one-way data traffic at any given time.

EXPANSION PORTS [1, 2, and 3]: used to expand the system with up to three additional devices. These are used to connect the DaqBook/2000E to the PARALLEL PORT connector of DaqBook/2000A and DaqBook/2000X units.

POWER Switch: A rocker-type switch with a “0” label for Power Off, and a “1” for Power On.

POWER IN: +10 to +30 VDC, through a socket type DIN5 connector on the chassis. Power is typically

supplied from a TR40U power adapter.

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LEDs: ACTIVE – Lights when a sample has been converted by the A/D Converter.

ONLINE – Lights when the DaqBook/2000E’s internal Ethernet module establishes communication

to the unit.

POWER – Lights when power is turned on and is present.

SYNC (Qty 2) – Two “synchronization ports” provide a means of synchronizing multiple DaqBook/2000 Series units in regard to post-trigger scanning. The ports accept CA-74-1 and CA-74-5 RJ-11, 6 conductor type cables.

CAUTION

Signal conflicts between a DaqBook/2000 Series device’s P1, P2, P3 connectors and its P4 connector can result in erroneous readings and possible equipment damage.

Therefore, when connections have been made to P1, P2, and/or P3, use caution when making connections through P4, and visa versa.

Use a CA-209D CE Cable Kit in electrically noisy environments. The kit includes a 3-foot long shielded cable, two grounding pigtails, two cable clamps, and 4 screws. The

CE Compliance chapter provides additional information.

Reference Note: The document section entitled, System Connections and Pinouts, includes pinouts for P1, P2, P3 and P4. The section immediately follows Appendix G of this installation guide.

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Appendix E – System Expansion E

Expansion via Additional DaqBook/2000 Series Devices …… E-1 Expansion via a WBK25 Ethernet Interface Module …… E-2 Expansion via DBK Modules (3 examples) …… E-3 Expansion via DBK Cards in a DaqBook/2000X (2 examples) …… E-7 How to Mount One Module to Another …… E-8 Using T-Cables …… E-9

Note: If you are not familiar with the connectors of the DaqBook/2000 Series devices, please review

Appendix D, Device Connector Reference before proceeding.

Expansion via Additional DaqBook/2000 Series Devices

The following figure represents only one of many possibly system configurations.

DaqBook/2000E

DaqBook/2000A

DaqBook/2000X

Possible DaqBook/2000 System Using /2000E, /2000A, and /2000X Units

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Ports and Cables for Expansion, Synchronization, and Ethernet Connection

Expansion

Expansion Port Cables are used when up to three DaqBook/2000 Series devices are to be connected to a DaqBook/2000E via its expansion ports. The expansion port cables are the communication links that stream acquired data back to the DaqBook/2000E and to the host PC. Note that the expansion units need not be of the same type. Cables CA-35-2 (2-foot) and CA-35-12 (1-foot) have been approved for use as expansion port cables.

Synchronization SYNC Cables can be used to make several DaqBook/2000 Series devices, which are linked to each other, scan-synchronous. Cables that have been approved for use in synchronizing DaqBook/2000 Series devices are CA-74-1 (1-foot) and CA-74-5 (5-foot). When scan-synchronization is employed, one of the DaqBook/2000 Series devices will be programmed as the “master.” This unit drives the acquisition timing of the “slave” units. The chapter 1 section entitled Synchronous I/O Operations contains additional information.

Ethernet Connection

Ethernet Cables intended for use with DaqBook/2000 Series devices are CA-242 (a 1.5 foot cable) and CA-242-7 (a 7 foot cable). DaqBook/2000E can connect directly to an Ethernet port on a PC or network hub via either cable. DaqBook/2000A and DaqBook/2000X are connected to the Ethernet when interfaced with a DaqBook/2000E [which is connected to the Ethernet] or when connected to a WBK25 Ethernet Interface Module. In both scenarios the DB25 Parallel Port of the DaqBook/2000A (or /2000X) device is connected to one of three Expansion Ports located on the DaqBook/2000E [or on the WBK25]. The connection would be made with a CA-35-2 (2-foot) or a CA-35-12 (1-foot) cable.

Expansion via a WBK25 Ethernet Interface Module

The WBK25 is a high-speed Ethernet-to-parallel port interface module. The device includes one 10/100BaseT Ethernet port for connecting to a PC Ethernet Port or Ethernet network hub. It also includes three parallel ports, designated as “expansion ports.” Parallel cables connected to these ports can be attached to any model of WaveBook, DaqBook, WBK40 Series option, or any combination of up to 3 of these devices. Note that these parallel ports cannot be used to connect to auxiliary devices such as printers and scanners.

Data transfer rates with the WBK25 depend on the network to which it is attached. If the WBK25 is used with DaqBook/2000 Series device and WBK40 series options, then up to three of these devices can be attached to one WBK25 and are able to transfer data at the maximum sampling rates on all three devices simultaneously.

If the WBK25 is attached to a shared Ethernet network, then data transfer rates will be dependent on the other network traffic at the time. It is not possible to guarantee maximum data transfer rates in this mode.

It is also possible to attach multiple WBK25 units to one PC having multiple Ethernet ports, or having a multi-port Ethernet hub. Performance under these conditions will be dependent on the PC’s ability to handle multiple networks.

WBK25 Ethernet-to-Parallel Port Interface

You can connect a DaqBook/2000A or a DaqBook/2000X to the Ethernet via a WBK25 Ethernet Interface Module. To do so, the DB25 Parallel Port of a DaqBook/2000A (or /2000X) device is connected to one of the three Expansion Ports located on the WBK25. The connection would be made with a CA-35-2 (2-foot) or a CA-35-12 (1-foot) cable. Two additional DaqBook/2000 Series units could be connected to via the remaining two expansion ports. These connections would also be made via a CA-35-2 or CA-35-12 cables.

The WBK25 connects directly to an Ethernet port on a PC or network hub, via the unit’s built-in 10/100BaseT Ethernet interface. An Ethernet patch cable CA-242 (1.5 foot) or CA-242-7 (7 foot) cable is used to make the connection.

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DaqBook/2000A

WBK25

Channel Input Side Device Interface Side

To ETHERNET To POWER

DaqBook/2000A

WBK25

DaqBook/2000A

System with WBK25 Interface and 3 DaqBook/2000A Devices

Lines and Cables Used in the WBK25 Interface Example [Device Interface Side Only]:

1. Power Supply - To each DaqBook/2000A POWER IN DIN 5 connector, +10 VDC to +30 VDC, and to the WBK25; typically from a TR40U power adapter.

2. From the bottom DaqBook/2000A’s PARALLEL PORT connector to EXPANSION PORT 1 on the WBK25 Ethernet Interface Module. A CA-35-2 (2-foot) or CA-35-12 (1-foot) cable is used for this connection.

3. From either of two SYNC Ports on the bottom DaqBook/2000A to either of two SYNC Ports on the next DaqBook/2000A. Cable CA-74-1 (1-foot) or CA-74-5 (5-foot) is used for this connection.

4. From the available SYNC Port on the second DaqBook/2000A to either of two SYNC Ports on the upper DaqBook/2000A. Cable CA-74-1 (1-foot) or CA-74-5 (5-foot) is used for this connection.

5. From the WBK25’s EXPANSION PORT 2 to the second DaqBook/2000A’s Parallel Port. A CA-35-2 (2-foot) or CA-35-12 (1-foot) cable is used for this connection.

6. From the WBK25’s EXPANSION PORT 3 to the third DaqBook/2000A’s Parallel Port. A CA-35-2 (2-foot) or CA-35-12 (1-foot) cable is used for this connection.

Reference Note:

The WBK25 Ethernet-to-Parallel Port Interface is shipped with a user’s guide (p/n 489-0903). Refer to that document for instructions regarding how to connect a WBK25 to the Ethernet.

Expansion via DBK Modules

This section consists of three system examples, each having a figure and a corresponding list of “cables used.”

Note that the figures and tables illustrate primary device connections to each other, they do not show signal, power, Ethernet, or PC connections. These other types of connections are discussed elsewhere in the document.

In regard to power, note that DaqBook/2000 Series devices can provide 15000 mW of power. This means that many system configurations will not require additional power modules. However, to avoid the possibility of inadequate power, you should always check power management tables prior to putting an acquisition system together.

In regard to physically stacking modules, i.e., attaching one module to another, fastener Panels, sometimes referred to as “splice plates,” (p/n 262-0801) are typically used. Optional handles (p/n HA-111) may also be attached to a system.

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Example 1: DaqBook/2000A with a DBK1, two DBK84 Modules, and DBK203

DBK1

DBK84

(Note 2)

DBK203

DaqBook/2000A

To POWER To PC or to /2000E

Channel Input Side Device Interface Side

DaqBook/2000A System

with a DBK1, two DBK84 Modules, and DBK203

Lines and Cables Used in Example 1 [Device Interface Side Only]:

1. Power Supply - To the DaqBook/2000A POWER IN DIN 5 connector, +10 VDC to +30 VDC, typically from a TR40U power adapter.

2. From the DaqBook/2000A PARALLEL PORT connector, via a CA-35-x cable, to either

(a) the host PC’s PARALLEL PORT, or (b) one of three DaqBook/2000E EXPANSION PORTS (c) one of three WBK25 EXPANSION PORTS

DBK1

DBK84

DBK203

(Note 2)

DaqBook/2000A

3. From DaqBook/2000A’s P4 connector to DBK203’s P4 connector, via a CA-195-1 cable.

4. From DBK203’s P1 connector to two DBK84s via two CA-37-1T cables. Connections are to the

DBK84s’ P1 connectors.

5. From the P1 connector on the upper DBK84 to the P1 connector on the DBK1, via a CA-37-1T

cable.

Note 1: Information regarding the use of CA-37-T cables is provided on page IG-9.

Note 2: In reference to the above figure, it is possible to connect the two DBK84 modules and the

DBK1 module without using a DBK203. In the scenario in which the DBK203 is not used, the DBK84 and DBK81 modules would be rotated 180° and then cabled to the DaqBook/2000A’s P1 connector via a CA-37-3 cable.

Reference Note: Both the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905) and the DBK Basics section of this manual include power management information. You should use the Available Power Chart and DBK Power Requirement Worktable to calculate your system’s power needs. Doing so will enable you to ensure that adequate power will be supplied to all system components. PDF versions of both documents are included on your data acquisition CD.

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Example 2: DaqBook/2000E with a DBK41 and a DBK203

DBK41

DBK203

(Note 2)

DaqBook/2000E

To ETHERNET To POWER

DBK41

DBK203

(Note 2)

DaqBook/2000E

Channel Input Side Device Interface Side

DaqBook/2000E System

with a DBK41 and DBK203

Lines and Cables Used in Example 2 [Device Interface Side Only]:

1. Power Supply - To the DaqBook/2000E POWER IN DIN 5 connector, +10 VDC to +30 VDC, typically from a TR40U power adapter.

2. From the DaqBook/2000E ETHERNET jack to a 10/100BaseT Ethernet Network or to the ETHERNET jack on a PC. Applicable Ethernet patch cables (1.5-foot or 7-foot) are CA-242 and CA-242-7, respectively.

3. From DaqBook/2000E’s P4 connector to the DBK203’s P4 connector, via a CA-195-1 cable.

4. From DBK203’s P1 connector to a DBK41’s P1 connector via one CA-37-1T cable.

Note 1: Information regarding the use of CA-37-T cables is provided on page E-9.

Note 2: In reference to the above figure, it is possible to connect the DBK41 module without using a

DBK203. In the scenario in which the DBK203 is not used, the DBK41 module would be rotated 180° and then cabled to the DaqBook/2000E’s P1 connector via a CA-37-1 cable.

Reference Notes:

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For detailed information regarding the DBK41 10-Slot Analog Expansion Module or the DBK203 Screw-Terminal Adapter Module, refer to the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905). A PDF version of the document is included on the data acquisition CD.

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Both the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905) and the DBK Basics section of this manual include power management information. You should use the Available

Power Chart and DBK Power Requirement Worktable to calculate your system’s power needs.

Doing so will enable you to ensure that adequate power will be supplied to all system components. PDF versions of both documents are included on your data acquisition CD.

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Example 3: DaqBook/2000E with two DBK60 Modules and a DBK203

DBK60 (1 of 2)

DBK60 (2 of 2)

DBK203

DaqBook/2000E

To ETHERNET To POWER

Channel Input Side Device Interface Side

DaqBook/2000E System

with two DBK60 units and a DBK203

Lines and Cables Used in Example 2 [Device Interface Side Only]:

1. Power Supply - To the DaqBook/2000E POWER IN DIN 5 connector, +10 VDC to +30 VDC, typically from a TR40U power adapter.

2. From the DaqBook/2000E ETHERNET jack to a 10/100BaseT Ethernet Network or to the ETHERNET jack on a PC. Applicable Ethernet patch cables (1.5-foot or 7-foot) are CA-242 and CA-242-7, respectively.

DBK60 (1 of 2)

DBK60 (2 of 2)

DBK203

DaqBook/2000E

3. From DaqBook/2000E’s P4 connector to the DBK203’s P4 connector, via a CA-195-1 cable.

4. From DBK203’s P1 connector to two DBK60 P1 connectors, via two CA-37-3T cables.

Note: Information regarding the use of CA-37-T cables is provided on page E-9.

Reference Notes:

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For detailed information regarding the DBK60 3-Slot Expansion Module and its related Termination Panels, or the DBK203 Screw-Terminal Adapter Module, refer to the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905). A PDF version of the document is included on the data acquisition CD.

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Both the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905) and the DBK Basics section of this manual include power management information. You should use the Available

Power Chart and DBK Power Requirement Worktable to calculate your system’s power needs.

Doing so will enable you to ensure that adequate power will be supplied to all system components. PDF versions of both documents are included on your data acquisition CD.

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Expansion via DBK Cards in a DaqBook/2000X

This section consists of two DaqBook/2000X system examples. In the first example, 3 analog DBK cards are used. In the second example, the system makes use of two digital DBK cards and one analog DBK card.

Example 1: DaqBook/2000X with 3 Analog DBK Cards

On DaqBook/2000X’s front panel, P1 connects to all 3 analog DBK cards via a CA-37-3 Cable.

DaqBook/2000X with 3 Analog DBK Cards

Lines and Cables Used in Example 1:

On the Rear Panel:

1. Power Supply - To the DaqBook/2000X POWER IN DIN 5 connector, +10 VDC to +30 VDC, typically from a TR40U power adapter.

2. From the DaqBook/2000X PARALLEL PORT connector to one of the following: PC Parallel Port, DaqBook/2000E EXPANSION PORT, WBK25 EXPANSION PORT. The connection is made via a CA-35-2 (2-foot cable) or a CA-35-12 (1-foot cable).

3. DBK16, DBK81, and DBK80 Analog DBK cards inserted in the DaqBook/2000X card slots; then secured with jackscrews that are included with each card.

On the Front Panel:

From P1 to the DBK80 (located above P1), then to the DBK81 and the DBK16. The connection is made via a CA-37-3 cable.

Example 2: DaqBook/2000X with 2 Digital DBK Cards and 1 Analog DBK Cards

On DaqBook/2000X’s front panel, P1 connects to the analog DBK 81 card via a CA-37-1 cable; and P2 connects to the DBK20 and DBK21 digital cards via a CA-37-2 cable.

DaqBook/2000X with 2 Digital DBK Cards and 1 Analog DBK Card

Lines and Cables Used in Example 2:

On the Rear Panel:

1. Power Supply - To the DaqBook/2000X POWER IN DIN 5 connector, +10 VDC to +30 VDC, typically from a TR40U power adapter.

3. DBK21 digital, DBK20 digital, and DBK81 analog DBK cards inserted in the DaqBook/2000X card slots.

(Continued)

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On the Front Panel:

1. From the DaqBook/2000X P1 connector to the DBK81 analog card. Connection is made via a CA-37-1 cable.

2. From the P2 connector to the DBK20 digital card, then to the DBK21 digital card. Connection is made via a CA-37-2 cable.

How to Mount One Module to Another

For systems that make use of several data acquisition modules, stacking units together conserves space and simplifies cable runs. Such stacking can be facilitated with dual-lock tabs or splice plates.

• Dual-lock tabs. Dual-lock tabs, often referred to as Velcro, stacking modules together. The tabs provide a convenient way to quickly add modules to [or remove modules from] a system. Dual-lock tabs are often used to attach a notebook PC to a module.

• Splice Plate Kits (Fastener Panels). Optional Splice Plate Kits, also referred to as Fastener Panels, are available through the factory. The kits include metal plates that screw into the sides of modules to form a vertical rack of two or more modules. This method allows the “enclosure” to size itself as needed rather than wasting space in a 1-size-fits-all type of enclosure. A handle can be attached to the plate for convenience in portable applications.

provide a means of temporarily

Note that even when splice plates are used, dual-lock tabs are typically used to attach a notebook PC to the top-level acquisition module.

Associated Part Numbers:

Splice Plate Kit: p/n 232-0810 Optional Handle: p/n HA-111

Splice Plates

Dual-lock Tabs (To attach to notebook PC)

Splice Plates

Optional Handle

Splice Plate Kit: p/n 232-0810 Includes 2 plates and 8 mounting screws. The handle (HA-111) is purchased separately.

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Using T-Cables

A T-Cable is a ribbon cable that extends the connections of one of the ports it plugs into, thus allowing a second cable to plug into that port. The following figure clarifies the concept.

T-Cables are available in different lengths and can be used for linking two or more compatible devices together via the device’s 37-pin digital I/O connectors.

The bottom-end of the T-Cable is a dual-connector, consisting of both a female connector, and a 37-pin (male) connector. As seen in the following illustration, the T-Cable’s 37-pin (male) connector can be used for “Daisy-Chain” applications.

Each T-Cable comes with three sets of screws. These are designated (in the diagram) as: short, medium, and long. Use the short screws to secure the single, female-end of the cable to the device; and use the medium length screws to secure a cable’s “dual-end” connector. Use the long screws for daisy-chain applications (when you are connecting one T-Cable to another T-Cable).

Turn power OFF to the Daq devices and externally connected equipment while connecting cables and setting configuration jumpers and switches or before opening the lid. Electrical shock or damage to equipment can result even under low-voltage conditions.

Tighten screws snug only; do not over-tighten!

CAUTION

ais

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Using two T-Cables to Connect Three Devices

Daisy-Chain Example

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Appendix F – Adding a Parallel Port to the PC F

If you need to connect a DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X to a notebook or desktop PC that has no parallel port available, you can most likely use an interface device to obtain a port. To do so, your PC needs to have an available PC-Card Slot, ISA Bus Slot, PCI Bus Slot, or an Ethernet jack. You can use one of the following devices, depending on which type of interface applies.

WBK20A

For Interfacing with a PC-Card Slot

If you need to connect your DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X to a notebook PC that has no available parallel port, you can use a WBK20A. This device consists of a PCMCIA Interface Card, cable, and DB25 Connector.

Refer to separate instructions [supplied with the WBK20A] if applicable.

WBK20A, Plugs into a PC-Card Slot

WBK21

For Interfacing with an ISA Bus Slot.

If you need to connect your DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X to a desktop PC that has no available parallel port, you may be able to use the WBK21 option to provide a port. The board’s connector is labeled LPT. WBK21 plugs into and ISA Bus Slot.

Refer to separate instructions [supplied with the WBK21] if applicable.

WBK23

For Interfacing with a PCI Bus Slot.

If you need to connect your DaqBook/2000A or DaqBook/2000X to a desktop PC that has no available parallel port, you may be able to use a WBK23 to provide a port. The WBK23 plugs into a PCI Bus Slot.

Refer to separate instructions [supplied with the WBK23] if applicable.

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WBK25

For interfacing with an Ethernet jack on a PC or on a network hub.

If you are using a PC or a network with an available Ethernet jack you can obtain three parallel ports by using a WBK25 Ethernet-toParallel Port Interface.

The WBK25 provides high-speed Ethernet connectivity for WaveBook, DaqBook, WBK40, and WBK41 systems. Connection to the Ethernet is made via an Ethernet patch cable, which links the WBK25’s 10/100BaseT Ethernet port to a PC’s Ethernet jack or an Ethernet network hub.

The WBK25 includes three parallel ports, labeled as expansion ports 1 through 3. Each of these parallel ports can be attached to one of the designated acquisition devices via a parallel cable. The ports cannot be used for auxiliary devices such as printers and scanners.

Refer to separate instructions [supplied with the WBK25] if applicable.

WBK25’s three parallel ports are labeled as expansion ports 1 through 3. They are used to connect to WaveBook, DaqBook, WBK40, and WBK41 systems via parallel cables. The ports cannot be used for other parallel devices, such as printers and scanners.

The WBK25 Ethernet-to-Parallel Port Interface connects to the Ethernet and provides three parallel ports.

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Appendix G – TCP/IP and Resource Tests G

Before you run a test

Before testing the system, make sure the device has been properly installed and powered-on. Make sure all cables are properly and securely connected.

When testing a WaveBook or DaqBook device, if the unit does not respond within 30 seconds perform the following steps:

1) reboot the system

2) upon power-up, re-open the Daq* Configuration applet

3) select another configuration setting

4) reinitiate the test

How to run the TCP/IP Test

The TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) test is for Ethernet devices only. The test is accessed and initiated as follows.

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

Start Menu ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel

b. From the Control Panel, double-click the Daq* Configuration icon.

c. Select the device that you want to test from the Device Inventory configuration tree.

d. Click the <Properties> button. The Properties dialog box will open.

e. Click the “Test Hardware” tab.

f. Click the <TCP/IP Test> button.

(The TCP/IP test is for Ethernet devices only)

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What does the TCP/IP test tell me?

The TCP/IP test provides test results for “Pinging Device” and “TCP Connection Test.”

Pinging Device

. The Pinging Device test is an ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) ping test. In

addition to indicating either “Passed” or “Failed,” the test displays;

(a) The round-trip time of the ping, for example, <10 ms. (b) Packet Loss expressed as a percent of data lost.

A long ping round trip time, for example, >50 ms and/or any packet loss indicates a slow network that is not optimized.

If the Pinging Device Test fails a <Details> button will appear just above the <Resource Test> button. If this is the case, click the <Details> button to obtain possible causes and possible solutions.

TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) Connection Test

passed or failed. If the TCP test failed a <Details> button will appear just above the <Resource Test> button. If this is the case, click the <Details> button to obtain possible causes and possible solutions.

How to run the Resource Tests

For Ethernet devices, such as a WaveBook/516E or DaqBook/2000E you can run the Resource Test after a successful completion of the TCP/IP test with a simple click of the <Resource Test> button. For nonEthernet devices complete the following steps.

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

Start Menu ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel

. The result of the TCP test will be either

b. From the Control Panel, double-click the Daq* Configuration icon.

c. Select the device that you want to test from the Device Inventory configuration tree

(see following figure, item “c”).

d. Click the <Properties> button. The Properties dialog box will open.

e. Click the “Test Hardware” tab.

f. Click the <Resource Test> button.

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What does the Resource Test tell me?

The Resource Test includes two categories of test, Resource Tests and Performance Tests.

Resource Tests

. The resource tests are intended to test system capability for the current device

configuration. Resource tests are pass/fail. Test failure may indicate a lack of availability of the resource, or a possible resource conflict.

Base Address Test. This resource test checks the base address for the selected port. Failure of this test may indicate that the port is not properly configured within the system. See relevant operating system and computer manufacturer’s documentation to correct the problem.

Interrupt Level Test – Tests the ability of a parallel port to generate interrupts. Failure of this test may

indicate that the parallel port may be currently unable to generate the necessary hardware interrupt, while other parallel port devices may work OK in this mode. Some parallel port devices (such as printers) do not require interrupts to work properly. See relevant operating system and computer manufacturer’s documentation to correct the problem.

Performance Tests

to check various device functions, using the current device configuration. Performance tests provide quantitative results for each supported functional group.

Test results represent maximum rates the various operations can be performed. The rates depend on the selected parallel port protocol, and vary according to port hardware capabilities.

The ADC FIFO Input Speed part of the test results in a display of the maximum rate at which data can be transferred from the tested device’s internal ADC FIFO to computer memory through the parallel port. Results are given in samples/second, where a sample (2 bytes in length) represents a single A/D value.

. These types of tests are intended

If the device has a WBK30 card installed, a WBK30 FIFO Test can be run.

WBK30 FIFO Test. This performance test checks the

data-storing capabilities of the optional, WBK30 memory card.

Note that the figure to the right represents results from a previous test. Initially the screen shows no test results.

When the test is completed successfully, the Daq* Configuration Test Dialog Box indicates a passed condition. For example, in the above figure:

WBK30 FIFO Test Æ Passed.

“Passed” messages indicate that you can exit the test program and run your application.

Reference Notes:

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If you experience difficulties, please consult additional user documentation, as applicable, before calling technical support. User documentation is included on your data acquisition CD, and is installed automatically as a part of product support, when your software is installed. The default location is the Programs Group. The documentation includes API information and a great deal of material regarding specific DBK cards and modules.

Daq* Configuration - Test Hardware Dialog Box

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Documents can be read directly from the data acquisition CD via the <View PDFs> button located on the CD’s opening screen.

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System Connections and Pinouts

Turn off power to all devices connected to the system before connecting cables or

equipment can result even under low-voltage conditions.

setting configuration jumpers and switches. Electrical shock or damage to

The discharge of static electricity can damage some electronic components. Semiconductor devices are especially susceptible to ESD damage. You should always handle components carefully, and you should never touch connector pins or circuit components unless you are following ESD guidelines in an appropriate ESD controlled area. Such guidelines include the use of properly grounded mats and wrist straps, ESD bags and cartons, and related procedures.

CAUTION

Overview

DaqBook/2000 Series Devices have 37-pin P1, P2 and P3 connectors. P1 is used for Analog I/O, P2 for Digital I/O, and P3 for Pulse/Frequency/Digital I/O. Each DaqBook/2000 Series device includes a 100-pin P4 connector. In regard to P4, a DBK200 Series Card or Module can be connected to it via cable to provide different connection options for Analog, Digital, and Pulse/Frequency/Digital I/O connectivity. The most preferred of the DBK200 Series expansion options are discussed following the Pinout Sections for P1, P2, P3, and P4.

The P4 connector on a DaqBook/2000 Series device shares signal connections with the P1, P2, and P3 connectors. P4 offers no additional I/O. Connecting a DBK200 Series Option to P4 via a CA-195 cable distances the P1, P2, P3 connection from the DaqBook/2000 Series device. It does not provide any new signal I/O. See the following Caution.

CAUTION

Signal conflicts between a DaqBook/2000 Series device’s P1, P2, P3 connectors and its P4 connector can result in erroneous readings and possible equipment damage.

Therefore, when connections have been made to P1, P2, and/or P3, use caution when making connections through P4, and visa versa.

The following pinouts indicate the P1, P2, and P3 pins, and their P4 equivalents. Use the pinouts to avoid making duplicate signal connections.

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There are two ways to connect a DBK option to a DaqBook/2000 Series device. The first method is preferable, as it introduces less noise.

Preferred Method – (a) Connect a CA-37-x cable to the appropriate DB37 connector

[P1, P2, or P3] on the DaqBook/2000 Series device. (b) Connect the free end of the cable to the DBK card or module.

Optional Method – (a) Connect a CA-195-x cable to the P4 connector on the

DaqBook/2000 Series device. (b) Connect the free end of the cable to a DBK200 Series device. (c) Connect the DBK option to the DBK200 Series device, as applicable.

The primary reason that less noise is seen in the “preferred” method is that a DaqBook/2000 Series device’s P1 connector pertains only to analog acquisition signals and the P2 connector pertains only to digital I/O. This provides a strong degree of isolation between the two signal types. However, in the case of a CA-195-x cable connected to P4, digital and analog signals co-exist in one cable.

If you need to use the P4 connection method, use of the 8-inch ribbon cable (CA-195-1) will result in the lowest level of crosstalk [for that method].

CAUTION

Do not confuse connectors. Ensure that you only connect P1 I/Os to P1, P2 I/Os to P2, and P3 I/Os to P3. Improper connection may result in equipment damage.

CAUTION

Signal conflicts between a DaqBook/2000 Series device’s P1, P2, P3 connectors and its P4 connector can result in erroneous readings and possible equipment damage.

Therefore, when connections have been made to P1, P2, and/or P3, use caution when making connections through P4, and visa versa.

The following pinouts indicate the P1, P2, and P3 pins, and their P4 equivalents. Use the pinouts to avoid making duplicate signal connections.

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P1 for DaqBook/2000 Series Devices Analog I/O

1 +5 Volts Expansion +5 V power A1 2 -15 Volts Expansion -15 VDC power A48 3 Expansion 7 Digital OUT, external ADDRESS select bit 3 B32 4 Expansion 9 Digital OUT, external ADDRESS select bit 1 B33 5 Expansion 5 Digital OUT, external GAIN select bit 1 B31 6 Expansion 6 Digital OUT, external GAIN select bit 0 A32 7 DGND Digital Ground A10, B14, A23, A24, B25, B27 8 Negative Reference Analog, -5 V reference A36 9 Positive Reference Analog +5V reference B35 10 Not Connected N/A N/A 11 CH 15 (SE), or CH 7 LO DIFF Ch 15 HI IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 7 LO IN (differential mode) B36 12 CH 14 (SE), or CH 6 LO DIFF Ch 14 HI IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 6 LO IN (differential mode) A38 13 CH 13 (SE), or CH 5 LO DIFF Ch 13 HI IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 5 LO IN (differential mode) B39 14 CH 12 (SE), or CH 4 LO DIFF Ch 12 HI IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 4 LO IN (differential mode) A41 15 CH 11 (SE), or CH 3 LO DIFF Ch 11 HI IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 3 LO IN (differential mode) B42 16 CH 10 (SE), or CH 2 LO DIFF Ch 10 HI IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 2 LO IN (differential mode) A44 17 CH 9 (SE), or CH 1 LO DIFF Ch 9 HI IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 1 LO IN (differential mode) B45 18 CH 8 (SE), or CH 0 LO DIFF Ch 8 HI IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 0 LO IN (differential mode) A47 19 Signal Ground (SGND) Sense Common (SGND) A45 20 A/I Clock External ADC Pacer Clock Input / Internal ADC Pacer Clock Output B26 21 +15 Volts Expansion +15 V power B48 22 Expansion 8 Digital OUT, external ADDRESS select bit 2 A33 23 Expansion 10 Digital OUT, external ADDRESS select bit 0 A34 24 Not Connected N/A N/A 25 TTL Trigger Digital IN, External TTL Trigger Input A27 26 Expansion 11 Digital OUT, Simultaneous sample and hold (SSH) B34 27 Not Connected N/A N/A 28 AGND Analog Ground A31, A35, B37, A39, B40, A42, B43, B46 29 AGND Analog Ground 30 CH 7 (SE), or CH 7 HI DIFF Ch 7 IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 7 HI IN (differential mode) A37 31 CH 6 (SE), or CH 6 HI DIFF Ch 6 IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 6 HI IN (differential mode) B38 32 CH 5 (SE), or CH 5 HI DIFF Ch 5 IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 5 HI IN (differential mode) A40 33 CH 4 (SE), or CH 4 HI DIFF Ch 4 IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 4 HI IN (differential mode) A33, B41 34 CH 3 (SE), or CH 3 HI DIFF Ch 3 IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 3 HI IN (differential mode) A43 35 CH 2 (SE), or CH 2 HI DIFF Ch 2 IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 2 HI IN (differential mode) B44 36 CH 1 (SE), or CH 1 HI DIFF Ch 1 IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 1 HI IN (differential mode) A46 37 CH 0 (SE), or CH 0 HI DIFF Ch 0 IN (single-ended mode) / Ch 0 HI IN (differential mode) B47

Signal Name

Description for P1 Pin Use

A31, A35, B37, A39, B40, A42, B43, B46

Correlation

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P2 for DaqBook/2000 Series Devices Digital I/O

1 Not Connected N/A N/A 2 Not Connected N/A N/A 3 Port B - B7 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port B, Bit 7; or, P2 Expansion Address Bit 0 Out B10 4 Port B - B6 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port B, Bit 6; or, P2 Expansion Address Bit 1 Out A11 5 Port B - B5 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port B, Bit 5; or, P2 Expansion Address Bit 2 Out B11 6 Port B - B4 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port B, Bit 4; or, P2 Expansion Address Bit 3 Out A12 7 Port B - B3 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port B, Bit 3; or, P2 Expansion Address Bit 4 Out B12 8 Port B - B2 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port B, Bit 2; or, P2 Expansion RESET Output A13 9 Port B - B1 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port B, Bit 1; or, P2 Expansion WRITE Output B13 10 Port B - B0 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port B, Bit 0; or, P2 Expansion READ Output A14 11 DGND Digital Ground A10, B14, A23, A24, B25, B27 12 Not Connected N/A N/A 13 DGND Digital Ground A10, B14, A23, A24, B25, B27 14 Not Connected N/A N/A 15 DGND Digital Ground A10, B14, A23, A24, B25, B27 16 Not Connected N/A N/A 17 DGND Digital Ground A10, B14, A23, A24, B25, B27 18 + 5 Volt Supply Expansion +5 Volt Power A1, B1 19 DGND Digital Ground A10, B14, A23, A24, B25, B27 20 + 5 Volt Supply Expansion +5 Volt Power A1, B1 21 DGND Digital Ground A10, B14, A23, A24, B25, B27 22 Port C - C7 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port C, Bit 7; or, P2 Expansion Data Bit 7 A6 23 Port C - C6 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port C, Bit 6; or, P2 Expansion Data Bit 6 B6 24 Port C - C5 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port C, Bit 5; or, P2 Expansion Data Bit 5 A7 25 Port C - C4 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port C, Bit 4; or, P2 Expansion Data Bit 4 B7 26 Port C - C3 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port C, Bit 3; or, P2 Expansion Data Bit 3 A8 27 Port C - C2 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port C, Bit 2; or, P2 Expansion Data Bit 2 B8 28 Port C - C1 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port C, Bit 1; or, P2 Expansion Data Bit 1 A9 29 Port C - C0 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port C, Bit 0; or, P2 Expansion Data Bit 0 B9 30 Port A - A7 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port A, Bit 7 A2 31 Port A - A6 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port A, Bit 6 B2 32 Port A - A5 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port A, Bit 5 A3 33 Port A - A4 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port A, Bit 4 B3 34 Port A - A3 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port A, Bit 3 A4 35 Port A - A2 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port A, Bit 2 B4 36 Port A - A1 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port A, Bit 1 A5 37 Port A - A0 Digital I/O: P2 Digital Port A, Bit 0 B5

Signal Name

Description for P2 Pin Use

Correlation

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P3 for DaqBook/2000 Series Devices Pulse/Frequency/Digital I/O

DB37 P3 Connector

1 DGND Digital Ground A10, B14, A23, A24, B25, B27 2 DGND Digital Ground A10, B14, A23, A24, B25, B27 3 Digital 7 P3 Digital Port Bit 7 B19 4 Digital 6 P3 Digital Port Bit 6 A19 5 Digital 5 P3 Digital Port Bit 5 B20 6 Digital 4 P3 Digital Port Bit 4 A20 7 Digital 3 P3 Digital Port Bit 3 B21 8 Digital 2 P3 Digital Port Bit 2 A21 9 Digital 1 P3 Digital Port Bit 1 B22 10 Digital 0 P3 Digital Port Bit 0 A22 11 DGND Digital Ground A10, B14, A23, A24, B25, B27 12 Expansion 2 Reserved for XC/D- --13 Expansion 3 Reserved for XWR- --14 Expansion 4 Reserved for XRD- --- 15 Timer 0 P3 Timer 0 Output B24 16 Timer 1 P3 Timer 1 Output A25 17 Counter 2 P3 Counter 2 Input B28 18 Counter 0 P3 Counter 0 Input B29 19 + 15 Volts Expansion, +15 VDC B48 20 + 5 Volt Supply Expansion, +5 Volt Power A1, B1 21 Analog Out Clock External DAC Pacer Clock Input/Internal DAC Pacer Clock Output A26 22 Digital 15 Digital I/O; P3 Digital Port Bit 15 B15 23 Digital 14 Digital I/O; P3 Digital Port Bit 14 A15 24 Digital 13 P3 Digital Port Bit 13 B16 25 Digital 12 P3 Digital Port Bit 12 A16 26 Digital 11 P3 Digital Port Bit 11 B17 27 Digital 10 P3 Digital Port Bit 10 A17 28 Digital 9 P3 Digital Port Bit 9 B18 29 Digital 8 P3 Digital Port Bit 8 A18 30 AGND Analog Ground A31, A35, B37, A39, B40, A42, B43, B46 31 Analog Out DAC 3 (Note) Analog DAC 3 Output (Note) B50 32 Analog Out DAC 2 (Note) Analog DAC 2 Output (Note) B49 33 Analog Out DAC 1 (Note) Analog DAC 1 Output (Note) A50 34 Analog Out DAC 0 (Note) Analog DAC 0 Output (Note) A49 35 Counter 3 P3 Counter 3 Input A28 36 Counter 1 P3 Counter 1 Input A29 37 - 15 Volts Expansion, - 15 VDC Power A48

: Pins 31, 32, 33, and 34 on the P3 DB37 connector are used for Analog Out DACs. These four pins only apply to a

Note

Signal Name

DaqBook/2000 Series device when a DBK46 Analog Channel Output option card is installed in that device. Installation of the DBK46 option is only to be performed at the factory.

Description for P3 Pin Use

Correlation

⇐ ⇐

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P4 to P1, P2 and P3 Correlation for DaqBook/2000 Series Devices

P4, 100-Pin Connector

The following table lists the correlation between the P4 I/O lines and their respective P1, P2 and P3 pin locations on the DaqBook/2000 Series devices.

P4 Pin Signal Type Description P1, P2, P3 Correlation

A1 +5VDC Power Expansion +5 Volts P1 pin 1

B1 +5VDC Power Expansion +5 Volts P1 pin 1

A2 Port A bit 7 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port A, bit 7 P2 pin 30 B2 Port A bit 6 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port A, bit 6 P2 pin 31 A3 Port A bit 5 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port A, bit 5 P2 pin 32 B3 Port A bit 4 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port A, bit 4 P2 pin 33 A4 Port A bit 3 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port A, bit 3 P2 pin 34 B4 Port A bit 2 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port A, bit 2 P2 pin 35 A5 Port A bit 1 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port A, bit 1 P2 pin 36 B5 Port A bit 0 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port A, bit 0 P2 pin 37 A6 Port C bit 7 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port C, bit 7 -or-

P2 expansion Data bit 7

B6 Port C bit 6 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port C, bit 6 -or-

P2 expansion Data bit 6

A7 Port C bit 5 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port C, bit 5 -or-

P2 expansion Data bit 5

B7 Port C bit 4 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port C, bit 4 -or-

P2 expansion Data bit 4

A8 Port C bit 3 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port C, bit 3 -or-

P2 expansion Data bit 3

B8 Port C bit 2 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port C, bit 2 -or-

P2 expansion Data bit 2

A9 Port C bit 1 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port C, bit 1 -or-

P2 expansion Data bit 1

B9 Port C bit 0 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port C, bit 0 -or-

P2 expansion Data bit 0

A10 Ground Dig I/O Digital Common Multiple, see P1, P2, P3

B10 Port B bit 7 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port B, bit 7 -or-

P2 expansion address bit 0 A11 Port B bit 6 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port B, bit 6 -or-

P2 expansion address bit 1 B11 Port B bit 5 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port B, bit 5 -or-

P2 expansion address bit 2 A12 Port B bit 4 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port B, bit 4 -or-

P2 expansion address bit 2 B12 Port B bit 3 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port B, bit 3 -or-

P2 expansion address bit 3 A13 Port B bit 2 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port B, bit 2 -or-

P2 expansion RESET B13 Port B bit 1 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port B, bit 1 -or-

P2 expansion WRITE

This table is continued.

P2 pin 18, 20 P3 pin 20

P2 pin 22

P2 pin 23

P2 pin 24

P2 pin 25

P2 pin 26

P2 pin 27

P2 pin 28

P2 pin 29

P2 pin 3

P2 pin 4

P2 pin 5

P2 pin 6

P2 pin 7

P2 pin 8

P2 pin 9

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P4 Pin Signal Type Description P1, P2, P3 Correlation

A14 Port B bit 0 Dig I/O P2 Digital Port B, bit 0 -or-

P2 expansion READ

B14 Ground Dig I/O Digital Common Multiple, see P1, P2, P3

A15 P3 Dig bit 14 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 14 P3 pin 23 B15 P3 Dig bit 15 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 15 P3 pin 22 A16 P3 Dig bit 12 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 12 P3 pin 25 B16 P3 Dig bit 13 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 13 P3 pin 24 A17 P3 Dig bit 10 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 10 P3 pin 27 B17 P3 Dig bit 11 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 11 P3 pin 26 A18 P3 Dig bit 8 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 8 P3 pin 29 B18 P3 Dig bit 9 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 9 P3 pin 28 A19 P3 Dig bit 6 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 6 P3 pin 4 B19 P3 Dig bit 7 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 7 P3 pin 3 A20 P3 Dig bit 4 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 4 P3 pin 6 B20 P3 Dig bit 5 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 5 P3 pin 5 A21 P3 Dig bit 2 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 2 P3 pin 8 B21 P3 Dig bit 3 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 3 P3 pin 7 A22 P3 Dig bit 0 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 0 P3 pin 10 B22 P3 Dig bit 1 Dig I/O P3 Digital Port bit 1 P3 pin 9

A23 Ground Dig I/O Digital Common Multiple, see P1, P2, P3

B23 XWR- Dig I/O Reserved P3 pin 13

A24 Ground Dig I/O Digital Common Multiple, see P1, P2, P3

B24 Timer 0 Dig OUT P3 Timer 0 Output P3 pin 15 A25 Timer 1 Dig OUT P3 Timer 1 Output P3 pin 16

B25 Ground Dig I/O Digital Common Multiple, see P1, P2, P3

A26 DAC Pacer Dig I/O External DAC Pacer Clock Input

/ Internal DAC Pacer Output B26 ADC Pacer Dig I/O External ADC Pacer Clock Input

/ Internal ADC Pacer Output A27 TTL Trigger Dig IN External TTL Trigger Input P1 pin 25

B27 Ground Dig I/O Digital Common Multiple, see P1, P2, P3

A28 Counter 3 Dig IN P3 Counter 3 Input P3 pin 35 B28 Counter 2 Dig IN P3 Counter 2 Input P3 pin 17 A29 Counter 1 Dig IN P3 Counter 1 Input P3 pin 36 B29 Counter 0 Dig IN P3 Counter 0 Input P3 pin 18 A30 XRD- Dig I/O Reserved P3 pin 14 B30 XC/D Dig I/O Reserved P3 pin 12

A31 Ground Analog Analog Signal Common Multiple, see P1, P2, P3

B31 XI/O Gain 1 Dig OUT Analog Expansion Gain Select

bit 1 A32 XI/O Gain 0 Dig OUT Analog Expansion Gain Select

bit 0 B32 XI/O Address 3 Dig OUT Analog Exp. Address Select bit

3 A33 XI/O Address 2 Dig OUT Analog Exp. Address Select bit

2 B33 XI/O Address 1 Dig OUT Analog Exp. Address Select bit

1 A34 XI/O Address 0 Dig OUT Analog Exp. Address Select bit

0 B34 External SSH Dig OUT Analog Expansion Simultaneous

Sample/Hold Signal

A35 Ground Analog Analog Signal Common Multiple, see P1, P2, P3

B35 Positive Ref Analog Analog +5 Volt Reference P1 pin 9 A36 Negative Ref Analog Analog -5 Volt Reference P1 pin 8 B36 Analog In Ch15 Analog Analog Input Chan 15 (SE)

Analog Input Chan 7L (DIF) A37 Analog In Ch7 Analog Analog Input Chan 7 (SE)

Analog Input Chan 7H (DIF)

B37 Ground Analog Analog Signal Common Multiple, see P1, P2, P3

A38 Analog In Ch14 Analog Analog Input Chan 14 (SE)

Analog Input Chan 6L (DIF) B38 Analog In Ch6 Analog Analog Input Chan 6 (SE)

Analog Input Chan 6H (DIF)

A39 Ground Analog Analog Signal Common Multiple, see P1, P2, P3

P2 pin 10

P3 pin 21

P1 pin 20

P1 pin 5

P1 pin 6

P1 pin 3

P1 pin 22

P1 pin 4

P1 pin 23

P1 pin 26

P1 pin 11

P1 pin 30

P1 pin 12

P1 pin 31

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P4 Pin Signal Type Description P1, P2, P3 Correlation

B39 Analog In Ch13 Analog Analog Input Chan 13 (SE)

A40 Analog In Ch5 Analog Analog Input Chan 5 (SE)

B40 Ground Analog Analog Signal Common Multiple, see P1, P2, P3

A41 Analog In Ch12 Analog Analog Input Chan 12 (SE)

B41 Analog In Ch 4 Analog Analog Input Chan 4 (SE)

A42 Ground Analog Analog Signal Common Multiple, see P1, P2, P3

B42 Analog In Ch11 Analog Analog Input Chan 11 (SE)

A43 Analog In Ch3 Analog Analog Input Chan 3 (SE)

B43 Ground Analog Analog Signal Common Multiple, see P1, P2, P3

A44 Analog In Ch10 Analog Analog Input Chan 10 (SE)

B44 Analog In Ch2 Analog Analog Input Chan 2 (SE)

A45 Signal Ground Analog Sense Common (SGND) P1-19 B45 Analog In Ch9 Analog Analog Input Chan 9 (SE)

A46 Analog In Ch1 Analog Analog Input Chan 1 (SE)

B46 Ground Analog Analog Signal Common Multiple, see P1, P2, P3

A47 Analog In Ch8 Analog Analog Input Chan 8 (SE)

B47 Analog In Ch0 Analog Analog Input Chan 0 (SE)

A48 -15VDC Power Expansion -15 Volts P1 pin 2

B48 +15VDC Power Expansion +15 Volts P1 pin 21

A49 * DAC 0 Analog DAC 0 Output P3 pin 34 B49 * A50 * DAC 1 Analog DAC 1 Output P3 pin 33 B50 *

DAC 2 Analog DAC 2 Output P3 pin 32

DAC 3 Analog DAC 3 Output

Analog Input Chan 5L (DIF)

Analog Input Chan 5H (DIF)

Analog Input Chan 4L (DIF)

Analog Input Chan 4H (DIF)

Analog Input Chan 3L (DIF)

Analog Input Chan 3H (DIF)

Analog Input Chan 2L (DIF)

Analog Input Chan 2H (DIF)

Analog Input Chan 1L (DIF)

Analog Input Chan 1H (DIF)

Analog Input Chan 0L (DIF)

Analog Input Chan 0H (DIF)

Requires a

DBK46 to

Installed.

P1 pin 13

P1 pin 32

P1 pin 14

P1 pin 33

P1 pin 15

P1 pin 34

P1 pin 16

P1 pin 35

P1 pin 17

P1 pin 36

P1 pin 18

P1 pin 37

P3 pin 37

P3 pin 19

P3 pin 31

* DAC 0, DAC1, DAC2, and DAC 3 (from P4 pins A49, B49, A50, and B50, respectively) only apply to

the DaqBook/2000 Series Devices when a DBK46 plug-in card has been installed in the unit.

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DBK200 Series, Selected P4 Connector Options

This section of the document pertains to DBK200 Series devices that are typically used when the P4 connection option is desired. For information regarding other DBK200 Series options, refer to the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905). A PDF version of the document is included on the data acquisition CD.

If your acquisition system needs to be CE Compliant, read the Declaration of Conformity for your DaqBook/2000 Series device and Chapter 3, CE Compliance prior to expanding the acquisition system.

Reference Note: Prior to connecting a DBK to a DaqBook/2000 Series device, refer to the

applicable DBK document module(s), in the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905). ). A PDF version of the document is included on the data acquisition CD.

CAUTION

DBK202, DBK203 DBK206 DBK207, DBK207/CJC DBK208

Signal conflicts between a DaqBook/2000 Series device’s P1, P2, P3 connectors and its P4 connector can result in erroneous readings and possible equipment damage.

Therefore, when connections have been made to P1, P2, and/or P3, use caution when making connections through P4, and visa versa.

The previous pinouts indicate the P1, P2, and P3 pins, and their P4 equivalents. Use the pinouts to avoid making duplicate signal connections.

There are two ways to connect a DBK option to a DaqBook/2000 Series device. The first method is preferable, as it introduces less noise.

Preferred Method – (a) Connect a CA-37-x cable to the appropriate DB37 connector

[P1, P2, or P3] on the DaqBook/2000 Series device. (b) Connect the free end of the cable to the DBK card or module.

Optional Method – (a) Connect a CA-195-x cable to the P4 connector on the

DaqBook/2000 Series device. (b) Connect the free end of the cable to a DBK200 Series device. (c) Connect the DBK option to the DBK200 Series device, as applicable.

If you need to use the P4 connection method, use of the 8-inch ribbon cable (CA-195-1) will result in the lowest level of crosstalk [for that method].

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The following matrix provides a quick comparison of the DBK200 Series adapter boards. Details for each board are provided in the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905). An illustration and brief discussion of selected adapter boards is presented after the following table.

DBK200 Series, Adapter Board Matrix

DBK P1

Analog

200

201

202

Yes

Yes Yes Yes Yes

Yes Yes 40-pin

203 204

205

206

207 207/CJC

208

209

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Yes

(Qty. 2)

Yes Yes Yes Yes

Digital

No No

Pulse, Freq., Digital

header

for P3

Yes

(Qty. 2)

screw-

term.

Screw

Yes

Terminals

Special Features

No No

Yes Yes Custom RC

Filter Setup.

Yes Yes

Yes Yes Can carry

5B modules.

Yes Yes Can carry

relay modules.

No No

Comments

Analog I/O use only.

Like DBK209, except for form-factor.

DBK202 is a board only. DBK203 consists of a DBK202 mounted in a chassis. DBK204 consists of a DBK203 and a CA-209 CE cable kit. *

Only used with DaqBoard/2003 or /2003c.

Can plug directly into P4. Screw terminals are related to P3.

Similar to DBK202, but has a different form-factor and has no RC filter setup.

Supports 5B-compatible Analog I/O modules. DBK207/CJC includes Cold Junction Compensation. Includes two P1 connectors. Screw terminals are for 5B module connections.

Supports Opto-22 compatible Solid-StateRelay (SSR) digital modules. Includes two P2 connectors.

Like DBK201, except for form-factor.

• Cable Kit CA-209 CE, which is included with DBK204, does not apply to DaqBook/2000 Series devices. Refer to chapter 3, CE Compliance, for detailed information.

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DBK202 and DBK203

DBK202

P4-to-P1/P2/P3 Adapter with Screw-Terminals

and Locators for RC Filter Setup

DBK203, with Cover Plate Removed

Chassis-Mounted P4-to-P1/P2/P3 Adapter with

Screw-Terminals and Locators for RC Filter Setup

DBK203 Screw-Terminal Adapter Module

The DBK203 consists of a DBK202 board that is mounted to a card drawer. DBK203’s card drawer is housed in a shielded metal enclosure; and can be slid free of the module. The sliding card drawer provides easy access to the board’s twelve terminal blocks and to the 40-pin P3 header. Note that the DBK203 modules can be easily mounted to other DBK modules via fastener panels that are included in splice plate kits.

CAUTION

Signal conflicts between a DaqBook/2000 Series device’s P1, P2, P3 connectors and its P4 connector can result in erroneous readings and possible equipment damage.

Therefore, when connections have been made to P1, P2, and/or P3, use caution when making connections through P4, and visa versa.

The previous pinouts indicate the P1, P2, and P3 pins, and their P4 equivalents. Use the pinouts to avoid making duplicate signal connections.

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Reference Note: You can install resistors and capacitors to create RC networks for P1’s Analog Input Channels.

Refer to the DBK203 section of the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905) for details. A PDF version of the document is included on the data acquisition CD.

The DBK202 and DBK203 adapters each provide a DB37 P1 connector, DB37 P2 connector, and a 40-pin header (designated as P3).

P1 is used for ANALOG I/O •

• • P2 for DIGITAL I/O

P3 for Pulse/Frequency (Digital and Counter/Timer) I/O

In addition to the P1, P2, and P3 connectors, these boards include terminal blocks designated TB1 through TB12. The blocks provide a screw-terminal connection option for P1, P2, and P3.

Each of the three adapters can be connected to the DaqBook/2000 Series Device’s 100-pin P4 connector via a CA-195 cable.

Note: These screw-terminal adapter boards provide a means of connecting signals to a DaqBook/2000

Series Device via one of three methods:

•

Cables connected to the DBK202 [or DBK203] P1, P2, and P3 connectors, as applicable.

•

Signal wires connected to the appropriate screw-terminal blocks (TB1 through TB12). The board’s silkscreen identifies all screw terminals.

•

A combination of the above two methods.

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DBK206

The DBK206 provides a P1, P2, and P3 connector and corresponding screw-terminal blocks.

P1 is used for ANALOG I/O •

• • P2 for DIGITAL I/O

P3 for Pulse/Frequency (Digital and Counter/Timer) I/O

DBK206, P4-to-P1/P2/P3 Adapter with Screw-Terminals

The DBK206 is suitable for both analog and digital expansion. Signal connection to a DaqBook/2000 Series Device can be made as follows:

• With cables connected to P1, P2, and P3 connectors, as applicable.

• With signal wires connected to the appropriate screw-terminal blocks (TB1 through TB12).

Note that the DBK206 board’s silkscreen identifies all screw terminals.

• With a combination of the above two methods.

Regardless of which method is used, the DBK206 connects to the 100-pin P4 connector of the DaqBook/2000 Series Device. The connection is made via a CA-195 cable. The board contains mounting holes that allow the board to be secured inside a user-provided enclosure.

Note: Terminal block correlation to P1, P2, and P3 is provided on the next three pages.

CAUTION

Signal conflicts between a DaqBook/2000 Series device’s P1, P2, P3 connectors and its P4 connector can result in erroneous readings and possible equipment damage.

Therefore, when connections have been made to P1, P2, and/or P3, use caution when making connections through P4, and visa versa.

The previous pinouts indicate the P1, P2, and P3 pins, and their P4 equivalents. Use those pinouts and the related terminal block pinouts [which follow] to avoid making duplicate signal connections.

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DBK206: TB Correlation to P1 – Applies to TB11, TB10, TB9, and TB12 for Analog I/O.

TB11 P1 Pin Number and Description

TTL TRIG 25 TTL Trigger, Digital IN, External TTL Trigger Input

A/I CLK 20 A/I Clock, External ADC Pacer Clock Input/

EXP 5 5 Expansion 5. Digital OUT, external GAIN select bit 1

EXP 6 6 Expansion 6. Digital OUT, external GAIN select bit 0

EXP 7 3 Expansion 7. Digital OUT, external ADDRESS, select bit 3

EXP 8 22 Expansion 8. Digital OUT, external ADDRESS, select bit 2

EXP 9 4 Expansion 9. Digital OUT, external ADDRESS, select bit 1

EXP 10 23 Expansion 10. Digital OUT, external ADDRESS, select bit 0

EXP 11 26 Expansion 11. Simultaneous Sample and Hold (SSH)

AGND * Common Ground

TB10 P1 Pin Number and Description

SGND 19 Signal Ground, Sense Common

POSREF 9 Positive Reference, Analog +5 V reference

SE15 11 CH 15 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 7 LO IN (Differential Mode)

SE7 30 CH 7 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 7 HI IN (Differential Mode)

SE14 12 CH 14 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 6 LO IN (Differential Mode)

SE6 31 CH 6 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 6 HI IN (Differential Mode)

SE13 13 CH 13 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 5 LO IN (Differential Mode)

SE5 32 CH 5 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 5 HI IN (Differential Mode)

SE12 14 CH 12 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 4 LO IN (Differential Mode)

SE4 33 CH 4 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 4 HI IN (Differential Mode)

TB9 P1 Pin Number and Description

SGND 19 Signal Ground, Sense Common

NEGREF 8 Negative Reference, Analog -5 V reference

SE11 15 CH 11 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 3 LO IN (Differential Mode)

SE3 34 CH 3 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 3 HI IN (Differential Mode)

SE10 16 CH 10 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 2 LO IN (Differential Mode)

SE2 35 CH 2 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 2 HI IN (Differential Mode)

SE9 17 CH 9 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 1 LO IN (Differential Mode)

SE1 36 CH 1 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 1 HI IN (Differential Mode)

SE8 18 CH 8 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 0 LO IN (Differential Mode)

SE0 37 CH 0 IN (Single-Ended Mode) / CH 0 HI IN (Differential Mode)

TB12 P1 Pin Number and Description

AGND * Common Ground

+ 15 V 21 Expansion, +15 V Power

- 15 V 2 Expansion, -15 V Power

AGND * Common Ground

+ 5 V 1 Expansion, +5 V Power

* In regard to the P1-related grounds, refer to the P1 pinout on page sc-3.

Internal ADC Pacer Clock Output

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DBK206: TB Correlation to P2 – Applies to TB5, TB6, TB7, and TB8 for Digital I/O.

TB7 P2 Pin Number and Description

C0 29 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port C, Bit 0; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 0

C1 28 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port C, Bit 1; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 1

C2 27 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port C, Bit 2; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 2

C3 26 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port C, Bit 3; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 3

C4 25 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port C, Bit 4; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 4

C5 24 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port C, Bit 5; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 5

C6 23 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port C, Bit 6; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 6

C7 22 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port C, Bit 7; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 7

DGND * Digital Common

TB8 P2 Pin Number and Description

B7 3 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port B, Bit 7; or P2 Expansion Address Bit 0 Out

B6 4 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port B, Bit 6; or P2 Expansion Address Bit 1 Out

B5 5 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port B, Bit 5; or P2 Expansion Address Bit 2 Out

B4 6 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port B, Bit 4; or P2 Expansion Address Bit 3 Out

B3 7 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port B, Bit 3; or P2 Expansion Address Bit 4 Out

B2 8 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port B, Bit 2; or P2 Expansion RESET Output

B1 9 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port B, Bit 1; or P2 Expansion WRITE Output

B0 10 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port B, Bit 0; or P2 Expansion READ Output

DGND * Digital Common

TB5 P2 Pin Number and Description

DGND * Digital Common

A7 30 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port A, Bit 7; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 15

A6 31 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port A, Bit 6; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 14

A5 32 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port A, Bit 5; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 13

A4 33 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port A, Bit 4; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 12

A3 34 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port A, Bit 3; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 11

A2 35 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port A, Bit 2; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 10

A1 36 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port A, Bit 1; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 9

A0 37 Digital I/O: P2, Digital Port A, Bit 0; or P2 Expansion Data Bit 8

TB6 P2 Pin Number and Description

+5 V 18 Expansion +5 V Power

+5 V 20 Expansion +5 V Power

DGND * Digital Common

* In regard to the P2-related grounds, refer to the P2 pinout on page sc-4.

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DBK206: TB Correlation to P3 – Applies to TB1, TB2, TB3, and TB4 for Pulse/Frequency/Digital I/O.

TB1 P3 Pin Number and Description

D8 29 P3 Digital Port Bit 8

D9 28 P3 Digital Port Bit 9

D10 27 P3 Digital Port Bit 10

D11 26 P3 Digital Port Bit 11

D12 25 P3 Digital Port Bit 12

D13 24 P3 Digital Port Bit 13

D14 23 P3 Digital Port Bit 14

D15 22 P3 Digital Port Bit 15

DGND * Digital Common

TB2 P3 Pin Number and Description

D0 10 P3 Digital Port Bit 0

D1 9 P3 Digital Port Bit 1

D2 8 P3 Digital Port Bit 2

D3 7 P3 Digital Port Bit 3

D4 6 P3 Digital Port Bit 4

D5 5 P3 Digital Port Bit 5

D6 4 P3 Digital Port Bit 6

D7 3 P3 Digital Port Bit 7

DGND * Digital Common

+5V 20 Expansion, +5 Volt Power

TB4 P3 Pin Number and Description

EXP 2 12 Reserved

EXP 3 13 Reserved

EXP 4 14 Reserved

TMR 0 15 P3 Timer 0 Output

TMR 1 16 P3, Timer 1 Output

CNT 3 35 P3 Counter 3 Input

CNT 2 17 P3 Counter 2 Input

CNT 1 36 P3 Counter 1 Input

CNT0 18 P3 Counter 0 Input

DGND * Digital Common

TB3 P3 Pin Number and Description

DAC0 34 Analog Out; Analog DAC 0 Output

DGND * Digital Common

DAC2 32 Analog Out; Analog DAC 2 Output

DGND * Digital Common

DAC1 33 Analog Out; Analog DAC 1 Output

A/O CLK 21 Analog Out Clock; External DAC Pacer Clock Input/

Internal DAC Pacer Clock Output

DAC3 31 Analog Out; Analog DAC 3 Output

DGND * Digital Common

+15 V 19 Expansion, + 15 VDC

-15 V 37 Expansion, -15 VDC

*In regard to P3-related grounds, refer to the P3 pinout on page sc-5.

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DBK207 and DBK207/CJC

The DBK207 and DBK207/CJC are carrier boards for 5B-compatible analog input modules. They

each provide:

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two P1 connectors – for ANALOG I/O

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a 5 VDC power terminal

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footprints for sixteen 5B Modules

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16 terminal blocks.

In addition, DBK207/CJC provides Cold Junction Compensation. The DBK207 and DBK207/CJC each include a 100-pin P4 connector for use with DaqBook/2000 Series Devices.

DBK207/CJC Carrier Board for 5B Compatible Modules

WARNING

Ensure that hard-wire emergency over-ride circuitry exists for all applications that make use of dangerous switch-loads. Do not operate such switch-loads unless emergency over-ride circuitry is present.

DBK207 and DBK207/CJC are typically installed in NEMA-type panels; however, they may be installed on DIN rails. Separate mounting instructions are included with Rack Mount Kit (part no. Rack-DBK-3) and with DIN-rail Mount Kit (part no. DIN-DBK-1).

DBK207 and DBK207/CJC allow Daq-based acquisition systems to use various combinations of sixteen 5B signal-conditioning modules. 5B modules can accommodate a variety of signals, including low-level thermocouple and strain-gage signals. Configuration options are flexible. You can select the type of signal attached to each channel. One Daq device can support up to 16 DBK207 [or DBK207/CJC] boards, providing a maximum of 256 isolated, analog input channels. Note that Daq devices scan the channels at the same 10 µs/channel rate as other DBKs (256 scans in 2.56 ms in a full system).

Each user-installed 5B module offers 500 V isolation from the system and between channels. Both DBK207 and DBK207/CJC include 16 screw-terminal blocks for signal inputs. In addition, the DBK207/CJC includes cold junction compensators (CJCs) for use with thermocouple 5B modules. Sockets are provided for user-installed AC1362 current-sense resistor modules, as discussed in 5B Module Connection in the DBK207 section of the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905). A PDF version of the document is included on the data acquisition CD.

CAUTION

Signal conflicts between a DaqBook/2000 Series device’s P1, P2, P3 connectors and its P4 connector can result in erroneous readings and possible equipment damage.

Therefore, when connections have been made to P1, P2, and/or P3, use caution when making connections through P4, and visa versa.

The previous pinouts indicate the P1, P2, and P3 pins, and their P4 equivalents. Use the pinouts to avoid making duplicate signal connections.

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DBK208

DBK208 is a two-bank carrier board for optically-isolated Solid-State-Relay (SSR) modules. Each

bank supports up to eight digital I/O modules. The banks can be independently set as “input” or “output” via jumpers (JP0 for Bank 0, and JP1 for Bank 1). The I/O modules are industry standard Opto-22 compatible, 5-volt logic level modules.

The DBK208 includes:

• • two P2 connectors for DIGITAL I/O

footprints for sixteen optically-isolated Solid-State-Relay (SSR) Modules

• 16 dual-screw terminal blocks

• a 100-pin P4 connector

DBK208 Carrier Board for Opto-22 Compatible Solid-State-Relays

WARNING

DBK208 boards are typically installed in NEMA-type panels; however, they may alternatively be installed on DIN rails. Separate mounting instructions are included with Rack Mount Kit (part no. Rack-DBK-3) and with DIN-rail Mount Kit (part no. DIN-DBK-1).

Connection of these devices to DBK208 can be made directly or indirectly as follows:

• Connection can be made from the DaqBook/2000 Series device P2 connector to a DBK208 P2 connector via a CA-37 cable.

• Connection can be made from the DaqBoook/2000 Series Device 100-pin P4 connector to a DBK208’s P4 connector via a CA-195 cable.

Note that a single Daq-based data acquisition system can support up to 16 DBK208 boards, providing a total of 256 channels. DBK208 boards contain two DB37 P2 connectors for the purpose of daisy-chaining to other DBK208s or to other P2-supported devices.

CAUTION

Signal conflicts between a DaqBook/2000 Series device’s P1, P2, P3 connectors and its P4 connector can result in erroneous readings and possible equipment damage.

Therefore, when connections have been made to P1, P2, and/or P3, use caution when making connections through P4, and visa versa.

The previous pinouts indicate the P1, P2, and P3 pins, and their P4 equivalents. Use the pinouts to avoid making duplicate signal connections.

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Operational Overview 1

Daq Systems, the Modular Concept …… 1-1

Block Diagram and Basic Features …… 1-3

Scanning …… 1-6

Triggering …… 1-7

Synchronous I/O Operations…… 1-8

Asynchronous I/O Operations …… 1-12

Using DBK Cards and Modules for Signal Conditioning ….. 1-13

Daq Software ……1-13

Daq Systems, the Modular Concept

Daq equipment and software form a modular, interrelated family of products that provide great flexibility in data acquisition system design. This flexibility allows for the development of custom systems that are unique to the user, and which can be optimized for his or her specific application needs. With the Daq product line, system expansion or redesign can typically be accomplished with relative ease.

• Primary Acquisition Device. This is the main data acquisition device, e.g., a DaqBook, DaqBoard, or

Daq PC-Card. These devices provide a vital data conversion and communications link between the data source of transducers and signal conditioners and the data processor of the host computer. Note the DaqBoards can be one of three types: (1) ISA, (2) PCI, or (3) compact-PCI.

• DBK Option Cards and Modules. A variety of DBK cards and modules are available for system

expansion and to provide signal-conditioning options. Note that certain DBK modules exist for the purpose of supplying power to other members of the acquisition system. The DBK options are discussed in a DBK Basics document module and in the detailed DBK Option Cards and User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905).

Note: Only passive DBKs, such as the DBK1 BNC module, the DBK11A screw terminal card, and

the DBK40 BNC analog interface, can be used with a Daq PC-Cards.

Reference Notes: DBK options are discussed in the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905). As a part of product support, an Adobe PDF version of the manual is automatically loaded onto your hard drive during software installation. The default location is the Programs group, which can be accessed through the Windows Desktop.

Note that our PDF documents can be read directly from the CD. To use this feature: When the CD’s opening screen appears, click the <View PDFs> button; then select the desired document from the scroll list. The documents are read using the Adobe Acrobat Reader. A copy of the reader is included on the CD.

• Software. DaqView out-of-the-box software provides a graphical user interface with easy to read

spreadsheet formats for viewing channel data, as well as a choice of analog, digital, and bar-graph meters. Waveform analysis can be performed, when applicable. A product support option, included on the data acquisition CD, provides a means of performing post data analysis. More information is included in the software-specific PDF documents that are installed on your hard-drive as a part of product support.

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In addition to the included out-of-the-box software, Daq products can be controlled via user-written custom programs through Applications Program Interface (API). Several languages are supported, e.g., C/C++, VisualBASIC, Delphi.

DaqView and DASYLab can only be used with one DaqBook/2000 Series Device at a time. LabVIEW can be used with multiple devices. For multiple device use (via custom programming) refer to the Using Multiple Devices section of the Programmer’s Manual. During software installation from the data acquisition CD, a PDF version of the Programmer’s Manual is automatically loaded onto your hard drive as a part of product support. The default location is the Programs group.

Reference Note:

Programming topics are covered in the Programmer’s User Manual (p/n 1008-0901). As a part of product support, this manual is automatically loaded onto your hard drive during software installation. The default location is the Programs directory, which can be accessed through the Windows Desktop.

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Block Diagram and Basic Features

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DaqBook/2000 Series, A Comparison of Device Features

DaqBook/2000A

Feature Description Applies to:

DaqBook/2000X

Analog Input Channels

Analog Input signals enter through P4 and P1, go to MUX, to PGA, to Gain &

Offset Amplifier, then to Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC).

Analog Output Channels [Available only with DBK46 Option]

Digital Signals go through Digital-to-Analog Converters via the optional

(with DBK46)

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

Digital I/O Channels

Digital signals pass through one 16-bit Digital I/O Port and three 8-bit Digital

I/O Ports located on P4, P3, and P2.

Counter/Timers

Four 16-bit Counter Input signals and Two 16-bit Timer Output signals via P4

and System Controller.

10/100BaseT Ethernet Interface located on the chassis

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

The

DaqBook/2000E

All Models

Each model, providing a DBK46 is installed.

All Models

/2000E

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

3 Card Exp.

3 Card Expansion

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

The

wide variety of analog and digital DBK signal conditioning cards.

/2000X

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

All input and output signals are accessed via the three 37-pin DSUB connectors [P1, P2, and P3] located on the front panel.

All I/O signals are also available on the rear panel via the 100-pin, P4 connector. P4 allows for optional connection to a DBK200 Series Device for expansion from the rear panel.

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• P1 – Analog input port for16 single-ended or 8 differential analog inputs with 13 software programmable ranges (±10 V to ±156 mV full scale).

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

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

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Each DaqBook/2000 Series Device’s internal on-board scan sequencer lets you select up to 512 channel/range combinations. The sequencer scans all channels of the scan at 5µs/channel, 10µs/channel, or 1000µs/channel.

Note: All inputs [to a DaqBook/2000 Series device] can be measured at the 5 µs/channel rate. Some

DBK expansion options require more settling time and can be measured at the slower rate of 10 µs/channel or 1000 µs/channel. All types of measurements can be mixed within the scan group.

All DaqBook/2000 Series models have a 64K Sample Buffer. This allows analog and digital/counter input data, as well as analog and digital output data, to flow from the PC to the DaqBook/2000 Series Device, with no burden on the PC.

DaqBook/2000 Series Devices support a full complement of trigger modes including:

• Hardware analog triggering – A user-programmed trigger level sets an analog DAC, which

is compared in hardware to the analog input level on the selected channel. Trigger latency is < 5 µs.

• Digital and pattern triggering – Every DaqBook/2000 Series Device has a separate digital

trigger input line, allowing TTL-level triggering and latencies less than 5 µs. The trigger can be programmed for logic level or edge triggering. In pattern triggering, any of the digital input ports acts as the trigger port. You can program the digital pattern.

• Software-based triggering – The PC detects the trigger event from readings, either analog,

digital, or counter. Six pre- and post-triggering modes are supported.

Multi-unit synchronization via the SYNC ports does not support pre-trigger data. Only post-trigger data can be collected and time correlated between the units.

Other features include:

• 40 TTL-level digital I/O lines. They are divided into three 8-bit ports and one 16-bit port.

• Four 16-bit counters. Each can accept frequency inputs up to 10 MHz. The counters can be

cascaded into two 32-bit counters.

• Two 16-bit timer outputs. Each can generate square waves from 16 Hz to 1 MHz.

• Configuration through software only. All DaqBook/2000 device settings are made via

software. There are no hardware settings to be made, for example, there are no device DIP switches to be set or jumpers to be positioned. However, note that DBK expansion options may require s small degree of manual set up. Refer to the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (457-0905) for details. A PDF version of the document is included on the data acquisition CD.

• Synchronization. Every DaqBook/2000 Series model includes two SYNC ports. The units

can be synchronized, with respect to each other, by connecting one DaqBook/2000 Series device SYNC port to the SYNC port of a second DaqBook/2000 Series device. A unit can be scan-synchronized and triggered from any other DaqBook/2000 Series that is connected to it via a SYNC cable. Either one of a unit’s two sync ports, or both, can be used. A more detailed discussion follows.

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Scanning

Every DaqBook/2000 Series device has an on-board scan sequencer that permits the user to select any combination of up to 512 channel/range combinations. The sequencer scans all channels contained in the sequence at the rate of 5 µs/channel, 10 µs/channel, or 1000 µs/channel, depending on the speed of the DBK expansion options; thereby minimizing the time-skew from channel-to-channel. The user can also set the time between scan groups, from 0 to 6 hours. In addition to scanning analog inputs, the sequencer can scan digital inputs and counter inputs.

Note: All inputs [to a DaqBook/2000 Series device] can be measured at the 5 µs/channel rate. Some

The 512-location scan sequencer allows you to select each channel and associated input amplifier gain. All channels are scanned at 5 µs/channel, 10 µs/channel, or 1000 µs/channel, depending on the speed of the DBK expansion options. In addition, the digital and frequency inputs can be scanned using the same scan sequencer employed for analog inputs, enabling the time correlation of acquired digital data to acquired analog data.

Each scan group, which can contain up to 512 channel/gain combinations, can be repeated immediately or at programmable intervals of up to 6 hours. Within each scan group, consecutive channels are measured at the fixed rate of 5 µs/channel, 10 µs/channel, or 1000 µs/channel.

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DaqBook/2000 Series, Scanning Example

DBK expansion options require more settling time and can be measured at the slower rate of 10 µs/channel or 1000 µs/channel. All types of measurements can be mixed within the scan group.

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Triggering

Triggering can be the most critical aspect of acquiring data. DaqBook/2000 Series models support a full complement of trigger modes to accommodate a wide variety of applications.

Multi-unit synchronization via the SYNC ports does not support pre-trigger data. Only post-trigger data can be collected and time correlated between the units.

Hardware Analog Triggering. Many data acquisition products claim analog triggering, but rely on the

PC to take readings and make a decision, which leads to uncertain and potentially long latencies. DaqBook/2000 Series devices use true analog triggering, whereby the trigger level programmed by the user, sets an analog DAC, which is then compared in hardware to the analog input level on the selected channel. The result is analog trigger latency that is guaranteed to be less than 5 µs, significantly shorter than most data acquisition devices. Any analog channel can be selected as the trigger channel. The user can program both the trigger level, as well as the edge (rising or falling).

Digital Triggering (P1). A separate digital trigger input line is provided, allowing TTL-level triggering, again with latencies guaranteed to be less than 5 µs. Both the logic levels (1 or 0), as well as the edge (rising or falling), can be programmed for the discrete digital trigger input. The digital trigger input is labeled TTLTRG.

Digital Pattern Triggering (P2). All DaqBook/2000 Series models support digital pattern triggering, whereby the user can designate any of the digital input ports as the trigger port. The programmed digital pattern, including the ability to mask or ignore specific bits, is then compared to the actual input until a match is detected, after which the sequencer begins the scan sequence.

Counter Triggering. Triggering can also be programmed to occur when one of the counters reaches, exceeds, or is within a programmed level. Any of the built-in counter/totalizer channels can be programmed as a trigger source.

Software-Based Triggering. Software-based triggering differs from the modes described above because the readings, analog, digital, or counter, are interrogated by the PC to detect the trigger event, not in the hardware as described above. The advantage of this mode is to permit triggering based on more complex situations, such as on a specific temperature, which was derived from the acquisition of at least two analog measurements, plus the calculation of the measured temperature using linearization algorithms.

Normally software-based triggering results in long latencies from the time that a trigger condition is detected, until the actual capturing of data commences. However, the DaqBook/2000 Series circuitry circumvents this undesirable phenomenon by use of pre-trigger data. Specifically, when software-based triggering is employed, and the PC detects that a trigger condition has occurred, (which may be thousands of readings later than the actual occurrence of the signal), the DaqBook/2000 Series driver automatically looks back to the location in memory where the actual trigger-causing measurement occurred. The acquired data that is presented to the user actually begins at the point where the trigger-causing measurement occurs. The latency in this mode is equal to one scan cycle.

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Pre- and Post-Triggering Modes. Six modes of pre- and post-triggering are supported, providing a wide variety of options to accommodate any measurement requirement. When using pre-trigger, the user must use software-based triggering to initiate an acquisition.

No pre-trigger, post-trigger stop event. This, the simplest of modes, acquires data upon

•

receipt of the trigger, and stops acquiring upon receipt of the stop-trigger event.

Fixed pre-trigger with post-trigger stop event. In this mode, the user specifies the number of

•

pre-trigger readings to be acquired, after which, acquisition continues until a stop-trigger event occurs.

No pre-trigger, infinite post-trigger. No pre-trigger data is acquired in this mode. Instead,

•

data is acquired beginning with the trigger event, and is terminated when the operator issues a command to halt the acquisition.

Fixed pre-trigger with infinite post-trigger. The user specifies the amount of pre-trigger data

•

to acquire, after which the system continues to acquire data until the program issues a command to halt acquisition.

Variable pre-trigger with post trigger stop event (driver support only). Unlike the previous

•

pre-trigger modes, this mode does not have to satisfy the pre-trigger number of readings before recognizing the trigger event. Thus the number of pre-trigger readings acquired is variable and dependent on the time of the trigger event relative to the start. In this mode, data continues to be acquired until the stop trigger event is detected.

Variable pre-trigger with infinite post trigger (driver support only). This is similar to the

•

mode just described, except that the acquisition is terminated upon receipt of a command from the program.

Stop Trigger. Any of the software trigger modes described above can be used to stop an

•

acquisition. Thus an acquisition can be programmed to begin on one event, such as a temperature level, and then stopped on another, such as a digital pattern event.

Synchronous I/O Operations

Synchronizing Multiple Units

All DaqBook/2000 Series units can be synchronized to other DaqBook/2000 Series units via their SYNC ports. Each unit has two identical SYNC ports located on the rear panel. Either, or both SYNC ports can be used to connect to the units via SYNC cables, CA-74-1 or CA-74-5 (1-foot or 5-foot cables, respectively). The units can be scan-synchronized and triggered from any other SYNC-connected unit.

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The preceding diagram shows how a DaqBook/2000 Series unit can input or output synchronization timing and trigger events on either SYNC connector. A more detailed block diagram follows shortly.

Reference Note: The SYNC features are programmable via software. For detailed information see the Using Multiple Devices and the daqAdcSetClockSource sections of the Programmer’s Manual (p/n 1008-0901).

PDF NOTE:

During software installation, Adobe® PDF versions of user manuals automatically install onto your hard drive as a part of product support. The default location is in the Programs group, which can be accessed from the Windows Desktop. Refer to the PDF documentation for details regarding both hardware and software.

Synchronization Model

The synchronization model illustrates the SYNC function that is available with DaqBook/2000 Series units. In regard to synchronization, the following apply:

•

One of three signals can be used to drive the DaqBook/2000 Series device’s acquisition scan rate.

These are:

−

the internal acquisition pacer clock

−

an external acquisition pacer clock (from P1, pin 20 or P4, pin B26)

−

the global sync (G-SYNC) input from the SYNC ports on the rear panels

•

Both the SYNC connector input and the external clock input can be divided down.

•

When a DaqBook/2000 Series device is in the Master Mode, both the trigger condition and the scan timing are output on the SYNC port. The global trigger (G-TRIG) is selected instead of the TTL Trigger Input (from P4, Pin A27).

Whether the DaqBook/2000 Series device is using its internal scan clock, or external clock input, it can be programmed to output the clock on the SYNC connector. In either case, the unit is behaving like a synchronization master. Other DaqBook/2000 Series units [that are connected to the master, via a SYNC port] should be programmed as synchronization slaves.

When a DaqBook/2000 Series device is programmed as a synchronization slave, it will derive its scan period from the SYNC port. If the slave unit must be triggered at the same time as the master unit,

then the slave unit should use TTL Trigger as its trigger source.

Multi-unit synchronization via the SYNC ports does not support pre-trigger data. Only post-trigger data can be collected and time correlated between the units.

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Some Points to Remember:

When a DaqBook/2000 Series unit is programmed as a synchronization slave,

•

the TTL trigger source is automatically derived from the SYNC port.

When a DaqBook/2000 Series unit is programmed as a synchronization master, it will

•

output its trigger condition on the SYNC port.

When synchronizing two or more DaqBook/2000 Series units, the slave units should

•

have at least 5 µs of dead time in the scan period. By “dead time,” we mean a duration in which no channels are sampled. This accommodates fundamental differences in the DaqBook/2000 Series units’ clocks.

All DaqBook/2000 Series units that are connected via SYNC cables can be scan-

•

synchronized to within 5 µs of each other.

Synchronous Input Operations

The DaqBook/2000 Series devices allow synchronous scanning and acquisition of Analog Input, Digital Input and Counter Input Data at up to 200kHz aggregate scanning rates. The Analog Input data can be either main unit or expansion modules from P1 compatible analog input modules. The Digital Input data can be main unit 8-bit P2 (8255) digital inputs, 16-bit P3 digital inputs or P2 compatible DBK digital input expansion modules.

Analog Input Channels

P1 – Channels 0 through 15

The DaqBook/2000 Series devices allow analog input configuration of their internal board as well as for the P1 compatible DBK analog input expansion modules.

Channel Selection and Mode Settings

Each DaqBook/2000 Series device can accept up to 16 single ended or up to 8 differential-ended inputs and can be programmed for single-ended or differential-ended on a per channel basis. Just one analog channel is sacrificed when a DBK expansion module is enabled. See DBK documentation in the DBK Option Cards & Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905) for additional information.

Channel Range and Polarity

Each DaqBook/2000 Series Device channel can be programmed for either unipolar or bipolar mode with gain settings of 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32 and 64.

Channel Sampling Interval

The devices allow for programmable sampling intervals of 5 us, 10 us, or 1000 us on a per channel basis. This mode allows some DBK expansion channels [which change slowly but offer a higher degree of accuracy] to be sampled at a longer interval, while channels that change more rapidly to be sampled using a shorter interval. Each 5 µs, 10 µs, or 1000 µs interval reduces the maximum aggregate acquisition rate for the entire scan by that amount.

Digital Input Channels

P2 Port A – Channels A0 through A7 P2 Port B – Channels B0 through B7 P2 Port C – Channels C0 through C7 P3 – Digital 0 through Digital 15

The DaqBook/2000 Series devices allow for either synchronous scanning of digital input channels or asynchronous I/O operations for all configured digital channels.

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Counter Input Channels

Counter 0, 1, 2, 3

The devices allow synchronous scanning of the 4 16-bit counter input channels. The four 16-bit counter channels can also be cascaded into two 32-bit counter channels. For either cascaded or non-cascaded counter channels each channel can be configured for:

• Pulse Counting Mode – specifies that each counter should be cleared upon being

read and placed into the input scan.

• Totalize Counting Mode – specifies that each counter is to free-run and not be

cleared during the input acquisition.

Synchronous Input Acquisition Clocking

A /I Clock

The DaqBook/2000 Series devices allow clocking of the synchronized inputs either by an internal, programmable pacer clock or by external clocking. These products use a sequencer to implement a multiplexing approach to gathering the input data. This means that with either internal or external clocking the entire channel scan (including the sampling time for each channel) may not exceed the maximum aggregate rate of 200kHz.

Synchronous Output Operations

The DaqBook/2000 Series devices allow synchronous output of any D/A channels available at up to 100kHz for each channel. All D/A channels may have output clocked out synchronously.

Output Channel Configuration

Analog Output Channels [The DBK46 Factory-Install Option is Required]

DAC0, DAC1, DAC2, DAC3

Each D/A channel of a DBK46 can be configured for waveform output individually. If the D/A channel is not configured for waveform output it then is available for asynchronous output operations.

Synchronous Output Clocking

A / O Clock

The DaqBook/2000 Series Devices allow clocking of the synchronized output by the acquisition clock source, an internal, programmable pacer clock or by an external clock source. When the clock source generates a new clock signal all outputs are updated concurrently. Regardless of the clock source, the clock may not exceed the maximum update rate of 100kHz.

Synchronous Output Data Source

Each DaqBook/2000 Series device [that has a DBK46 installed] allows the data source for synchronized DAC output operations to be that of a memory based buffer on the DBK46. The output data, for all channels, is contained in the buffer on the DBK46.

[The DBK46 Factory-Install Option is Required]

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Asynchronous I/O Operations

Each DaqBook/2000 Series Device allows asynchronous input of any counter or digital channel that is not currently configured for synchronous acquisition. The boards also allow for asynchronous output to any DBK46 D/A channels not currently configured for waveform output. Likewise, the 16-bit P3 digital port can be used for both asynchronous input and output operations. In addition, the timer outputs can be programmed at any time regardless of the current state of synchronous or asynchronous operations on other channels.

Digital I/O Channels

Local 8255 Channels (P2 - Port A, Port B, Port C) The DaqBook/2000 Series Devices have an implemented Intel 8255 core in the digital I/O logic on the P2 port. With the Intel 8255 there are three 8-bit wide ports available for I/O and one 8-bit wide port for configuration purposes. The configuration port is used to configure the other three 8-bit ports for either input or output operations.

Local 16-bit P3 Port (P3 – Digital 0 through Digital 15) The 16-bit P3 Digital Port can be used as either an input or output port. With this port, no configuration is required. The port simply outputs when written to and inputs when read.

Expansion Digital I/O

The DaqBook/2000 Series Devices have the ability to expand their digital I/O capabilities via the P2 port and the connection of applicable digital I/O expansion modules. These modules are discussed in the DBK Option Cards & Modules User’s Manual. When using the digital I/O expansion modules the local P2 Intel 8255 digital I/O becomes inaccessible in lieu of the expansion modules. These expansion modules provide additionally Intel 8255 ports as well as input isolation for applications that require the expanded capabilities.

Pulse Stream Output Using Timers

Each DaqBook/2000 Series Device allows for the generation of output pulses based upon a programmable setting. These output timers can be set at any time regardless of the state of any synchronous or asynchronous operations which are currently taking place on other channels.

Analog Output Channels

When a DaqBook/2000 Series Device has a DBK46 option installed it has the ability to output analog data to any of the four D/A channels. Each D/A channel may be asynchronously updated by an application if the D/A channel is not currently being used for waveform output operations.

Counter Input Channels

DaqBook/2000 Series Devices have counter input capabilities and have the ability to read counter input [if the counter channel is not configured for synchronous acquisition]. As in the case of synchronous operations the 4 16-bit counter input channels can be used individually or cascaded into two 32-bit counter channels. For either cascaded or non-cascaded counter channels each channel can be configured for:

• Clear on Read Mode - specifies that each counter should be cleared (reset to 0) upon being read.

• Continuous Totalize Mode – specifies that each counter is to free-run and not be cleared during

the read operation.

[The DBK46 Factory Install Option is Required] (DAC0, DAC1, DAC2, DAC3)

(Counter0, 1, 2, 3)

(Timer0, Timer1)

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Using DBK Cards and Modules for Signal Conditioning

The DBK signal-conditioning cards and module are designed for use with DaqBooks, LogBooks, and various types of data acquisition boards, i.e., ISA, PCI, and compact-PCI types. The DBKs perform best when used with an acquisition device [such as a DaqBook/2000 Series unit] that can dynamically select channel, gain, and range. DBK cards and modules with dynamic channel and gain/range selection allow for high channel-to-channel scan rates with a variety of transducers.

Note: Only passive DBKs, such as the DBK1 BNC module, the DBK11A screw terminal card, and the

DBK40 BNC analog interface, can be used with Daq PC-Cards.

DBK output signals can be bipolar, e.g., -5 to +5 V, or unipolar, e.g., 0 to 10 V. The user can select a range of relevant values to correspond to the lowest signal (e.g., -5 or 0 V) and the highest signal (e.g., 5 or 10 V) signal. This type of range selection guarantees the highest resolution in 12-bit or 16-bit conversion.

DBK modules share the same footprint as the DaqBook and a typical notebook PCs; allowing for convenient stacking. The majority of these modules have their own power supply; however, several options exist for packaging and powering the DBKs.

Reference Note: DBK options are detailed in the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905). As a part of product support, this manual is automatically loaded onto your hard drive during software installation. The default location is the Programs directory, which can be accessed through the Windows Desktop. A PDF version of the document can be read directly from the data acquisition CD via the introduction screen’s <View PDFs> button.

Daq Software

Overview

The Daq devices have software options capable of handling most applications. Three types of software are available:

•

ready-to-use graphical programs, e.g., DaqView, DaqViewXL, and post acquisition data analysis programs such as eZ-PostView, eZ-TimeView, and eZ-FrequencyView.

•

drivers for third-party, icon-driven software such as DASYLab and LabVIEW.

•

various language drivers to aid custom programming using API; includes DaqCOM

Ready-to-use Programs

Ready-to-use programs are convenient for fill-in-the-blank applications that do not require programming for basic data acquisition and display:

• DaqView is a Windows-based program for basic set-up and data acquisition. DaqView lets you

select desired channels, gains, transducer types (including thermocouples), and a host of other parameters with a click of a PC’s mouse. DaqView lets you stream data to disk and display data in numerical or graphical formats.

• DaqViewXL allows you to interface directly with Microsoft Excel to enhance data handling and

display. Within Excel you have a full-featured Daq control panel and all the data display capabilities of Excel.

ActiveX/COM support.

• eZ-PostView provides a simple method of graphically viewing acquired waveforms from the

DaqBook/2000 Series Device. Up to 8 windows can be displayed on one screen, with up to 16 channels overlaid on each window. eZ-PostView makes it simple to visually inspect acquired waveforms from multiple channels within seconds of acquiring the data. Documentation, in Adobe PDF format, is provided on the CD. Refer to the PostAcquisition Analysis.PDF.

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• eZ-TimeView & eZ-FrequencyView

eZ-TimeView and eZ-FrequencyView are optional post-acquisition analysis packages, which are related to eZ-PostView, but include more features. eZ-TimeView is targeted at time-domain analysis, including min/max, peak-peak, mean, RMS, plus a wide variety of plotting and waveform viewing capabilities. eZ-FrequencyView is targeted at post-acquisition frequencydomain analysis, including FFT’s, octave analysis, plus dozens of other analysis features. Documentation, in Adobe PDF format, is provided on the CD. Refer to the PostAcquisition Analysis.PDF.

•

The Daq Configuration control panel allows for interface configuration, testing, and troubleshooting.

Reference Notes:

➣

The software document modules, DaqView, DaqViewXL, and Post Acquisition Data Analysis User’s Guide, are not included as part of the hardcopy manual, but are

available in PDF version. See the PDF Note, below.

➣

Programming topics are covered in the Programmer’s User Manual (1008-0901). As a part of product support, this manual is automatically loaded onto your hard drive during software installation. The default location is the Programs directory, which can be accessed through the Windows Desktop.

PDF

Note:

During software installation, Adobe onto your hard drive as a part of product support. The default location is in the Programs group, which can be accessed from the Windows Desktop. Refer to the PDF documentation for details regarding both hardware and software.

Note that the PDF documents can be read directly from the CD by using the <View PDFs> button located on the opening install screen.

A copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader a means of reading and printing the PDF documents. Note that hardcopy versions of the manuals can be ordered from the factory.

Drivers for Third-party, Icon-driven Software

LabVIEW® Support

We provide LabVIEW® support for expansion and signal conditioning modules. Our data acquisition VIs for LabVIEW are more than just simple hardware access VIs, they are complete with engineering data conversion, data display and logging capabilities.

DASYLab®

If your application requirements go beyond the scope of DaqView, you may want to consider DASYLab software, as the latter offers a greater degree of flexibility and customizing.

PDF versions of user manuals will automatically install

is included on your CD. The Reader provides

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Language Drivers

Each Daq system comes with an Application Programming Interface (API). API-language drivers include: C/C++, Delphi, and Visual Basic. The latest software is a 32-bit version API.

DaqBook/2000 SeriesDevices are supplied with DaqX Subroutine API Libraries. These provide complete support for all of the functionality available on each data acquisition device in Visual Basic®, C/C++, and Delphi™. In addition, DaqX is supported under all versions of Windows®. Over 100 program examples are included with DaqX Subroutine API Libraries. API documentation is provided in a Programmer’s Manual (p/n 1008-0901), which is included on the installation CD.

The DaqCOM™ suite of programming allows applications developers to rapidly develop and deploy custom systems by leveraging COM (Component Object Model) technology. DaqCOM does this by providing a powerful easy-to-use interface to most programming languages including, Visual Basic®, VBA, C++, Delphi™ and J++. In addition, DaqCOM supports the new Windows.NET architecture and includes examples for VisualBasic.NET and C.

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DBK Basics

Introduction…… 1 How Do DBKs Connect to the Data Acquisition Device? …… 2

Connecting DBKs to DaqBook/100/200 Series Devices, ISA-Type DaqBoards, & LogBooks … 2 Connecting DBKs to Daq PC-Cards ……3 Connecting DBKs to DaqBoard/2000 Series and cPCI DaqBoard/2000c Series Boards …… 4 Connecting DBKs to DaqBook/2000 Series Devices …… 5

DBK Identification Tables ….. 9

Analog Output DBKs …… 9 Digital I/O Control DBKs …… 9 Analog Signal Conditioning DBKs …… 9 Expansion and Terminal Panel Connection DBKs …… 10 Power Supply DBKs …… 10

Tips on Setting up a Data Acquisition System …… 11 Power Supplies and Power Connectors ……12 An Introduction to Power-Related DBKs ….. 14 Power Requirements …… 15 Calculating Your System’s Power Needs …… 17 Additional Reading ….. 20

Turn off power to all devices connected to the system before connecting cables or setting configuration jumpers and switches. Electrical shock or damage to equipment can result even under low-voltage conditions.

CAUTION

Introduction

The term “DBK” typically refers to a card or module that is used to expand or enhance a primary data acquisition device, such as a DaqBook, DaqBoard, or LogBook. As will be seen in the upcoming DBK identification tables, DBKs provide a wide variety of data acquisition functions. Depending on the DBKs used, one or more of the following can be realized:

CAUTION

signal conditioning

•

analog output

•

digital I/O

•

channel expansion

•

supplying powering to another acquisition device

•

providing an interface for different connectivity; for example, in a DaqBoard/2000 Series board,

•

converting a P4, 100-pin connector to P1, P2, and P3 37-pin, DB37 connectors.

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Reference Notes: During software installation, Adobe

PDF versions of user manuals will automatically install onto your hard drive as a part of product support. The default location is in the Programs directory, which can be accessed from the Windows Desktop. Refer to the PDF documentation, especially the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905) for details regarding both hardware and software in relevant to DBKs.

A copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader

is included on your CD. The Acrobat Reader provides a means of reading and printing the PDF documents. Note that hardcopy versions of the manuals can be ordered from the factory.

How Do DBKs Connect to the Data Acquisition Device?

Each DBK connects to the primary data acquisition device; e.g., a DaqBook, DaqBoard, or LogBook, through one of three 37-pin ports, which are designated as follows:

• P1 – Analog I/O

• P2 – Digital I/O

• P3 – Pulse/Frequency/High-Speed Digital I/O

Depending on the primary data acquisition device, connectivity issues differ slightly. This will be made clear by the figures and accompanying text that follow.

Connecting DBKs to DaqBook/100/200 Series Devices, ISA-Type DaqBoards, & LogBooks

Reference Notes:

➣

DaqBoard/2000 Series and /2000c Series users, refer to page 4.

➣

DaqBook/2000 Series users, refer to page 5.

For DaqBook/100 Series and DaqBook/200 Series devices, ISA-Type DaqBoards, and LogBooks, DBK connections are not made directly to the port, but through a CA-37-x ribbon cable, where “x” indicates the number of expansion devices that can be connected. For example, in addition to providing a DB37 connector to interface with the primary data acquisition device, a CA-37-3 cable includes three additional DB37 connectors. These provide a means of adding three DBKs to one port. Use of a CA-37-16 cable will allow up to 16 DBKs to be added. The CA-37-x cable system is excellent for DaqBooks, LogBooks, and ISA-type DaqBoards.

/100 /200 Series

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The previous figure applies to LogBooks, DaqBook/100/200 Series devices, and ISA-type DaqBoards. As will be seen elsewhere in this document, some devices do not include all three connectors, i.e., P1, P2, and P3.

Connecting DBKs to Daq PC-Cards

The Daq PC-Card is only intended for connections to a P1 connector of a single “passive” DBK card or module. A passive DBK card or module is one that provides a desired connectivity (such as BNCs or screw terminals), but performs no signal conditioning.

A CA-134 Interface Cable and a CN-86-F (dual DB37 female adapter) are used to provide the DB37, P1 connector.

Daq PC-Card Cabling

The CA-134 cable connects to a CN-86-F adapter, which then connects to a single “passive” card or module. The passive DBKs are:

• DBK1 – 16 Connector BNC Module

• DBK11A – Screw Terminal Option Card

• DBK40 – BNC Analog Interface

Reference Note: For information regarding the passive DBKs (DBK1, DBK11A, and DBK40), refer to the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905).

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Connecting DBKs to DaqBoard/2000 Series and cPCI DaqBoard/2000c Series Boards

DaqBoard/2000 Series and cPCI DaqBoard/2000 Series boards have 100-pin connectors designated as P4. The 100 pins correlate to various pins on P1, P2, and P3 DB37 connectors.* Connectivity in the system is as follows (see figure).

• Both the DaqBoard/2000 and /2000c Series board connect to a CA-195 cable. The cable has two, 100-pin, P4 connectors.

• The CA-195 connects to a DBK200 Series adapter board or adapter module for 100-pin to 37-pin adaptations, e.g., P4-to-P1, P2, P3; but not necessarily all three.*

• The DBK200 Series adapter connects to a CA-37-x ribbon cable, where “x” indicates the number of expansion devices that can be connected. For example, in addition to providing a DB37 connector to interface with the primary data acquisition device, a CA-37-3 cable includes three additional DB37 connectors. These provide a means of adding three DBKs to one port. Use of a CA-37-16 cable will allow up to 16 DBKs to be added.

• The CA-37-x cable connects to expansion DBKs, in accordance with port type. For example, Analog DBKs to port P1, Digital DBKs to port P2, and passive DBKs to port P3.

Note: DaqBook/2000 Series Devices, which are discussed in the following section, can also connect to DBKs via

pg. 4, DBK Basics

Connecting DBKs to a DaqBoard/2000 Series Board

* DaqBoard/2003 and cPCI DaqBoard/2003c are exceptions to the above connectivity method. The /2003

board typically connects directly to a DBK205 (P4-to-Screw Terminal Adapter), as discussed in the DBK Option Cards and Modules User’s Manual (p/n 457-0905).

a P4 connector, as indicated in the above figure.

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Connecting DBKs to DaqBook/2000 Series Devices

For DaqBook/2000 Series devices, DBK connections can be made to Ports P1, P2, and/or P3, as well as to the unit’s 100-pin P4 connector. A discussion of both methods, which can be used at the same time, follows.

CAUTION

Signal conflicts between a DaqBook/2000 Series device’s P1, P2, P3 connectors and its P4 connector can result in erroneous readings and possible equipment damage.

Therefore, when connections have been made to P1, P2, and/or P3, use caution when making connections through P4, and visa versa.

Refer to P1, P2, P3, and P4 pinouts to avoid making duplicate signal connections.

There are two ways to connect a DBK option to a DaqBook/2000 Series device. The first method is preferable, as it introduces less noise.

Preferred Method – (a) Connect a CA-37-x cable to the appropriate DB37 connector

[P1, P2, or P3] on the DaqBook/2000 Series device. (b) Connect the free end of the cable to the DBK card or module.

Optional Method – (a) Connect a CA-195-x cable to the P4 connector on the

DaqBook/2000 Series device. (b) Connect the free end of the cable to a DBK200 Series device. (c) Connect the DBK option to the DBK200 Series device, as applicable.

If you need to use the P4 connection method, use of the 8-inch ribbon cable (CA-195-1) will result in the lowest level of crosstalk [for that method].

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Connecting DBKs to a DaqBook/2000 Series Device via P1, P2, and/or P3

The DBKs do not connect directly to the port, but through a CA-37-x ribbon cable, where “x” indicates the number of expansion devices that can be connected. For example, a CA-37-3 cable includes a 37-pin mating connector to interface with the DaqBook/2000 Series DB37 connector (P1, P2, P3); it also includes three additional DB37 connectors. These provide a means of adding three DBKs to one port. Use of a CA-37-16 cable will allow up to 16 DBKs to be added to one DaqBook/2000 Series device DB37-type port.

DaqBook/2000

Series Device

Connecting DBKs to a DaqBook/2000 Series Device via P1, P2, and P3

CAUTION

pg. 6, DBK Basics

Signal conflicts between a DaqBook/2000 Series device’s P1, P2, P3 connectors and its P4 connector can result in erroneous readings and possible equipment damage.

Therefore, when connections have been made to P1, P2, and/or P3, use caution when making connections through P4, and visa versa.

The following pinouts indicate the P1, P2, and P3 pins, and their P4 equivalents. Use the pinouts to avoid making duplicate signal connections.

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Connecting DBKs to a DaqBook/2000 Series Device via P4

Every DaqBook/2000 Series device has a 100-pin connector designated as P4. The P4 pins correlate to various pins on P1, P2, and P3.

CAUTION

Signal conflicts between a DaqBook/2000 Series device’s P1, P2, P3 connectors and its P4 connector can result in erroneous readings and possible equipment damage.

Therefore, when connections have been made to P1, P2, and/or P3, use caution when making connections through P4, and visa versa.

Refer to P1, P2, P3, and P4 pinouts to avoid making duplicate signal connections.

A brief explanation of P4 connectivity for DaqBook/2000 Series devices follows the illustration.

DaqBook/2000

Series Device

Connecting DBKs to a DaqBook/2000 Series Device via P4

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P4 connectivity for DaqBook/2000 Series devices is as follows:

• One end of a CA-195 cable connects to the DaqBook/2000 Series device’s 100-pin P4 connector. Note that the CA-195 cable has two P4 connectors.

• The other end of the CA-195 cable connects to a DBK200 Series adapter board [or adapter module] for 100-pin to 37-pin adaptations, e.g., P4-to-P1, P2, P3; but not necessarily all three.

• The DBK200 Series adapter connects to one or more CA-37-x ribbon cables, where “x” indicates the number of expansion devices that can be connected. For example, in addition to providing a DB37 connector to interface with the primary data acquisition device, a CA-37-3 cable includes three additional DB37 connectors. These provide a means of adding three DBKs to one port. Use of a CA-37-16 cable will allow up to 16 DBKs to be added.

• The CA-37-x cable connects to expansion DBKs, in accordance with port type. For example, Analog DBKs to port P1, Digital DBKs to port P2, and passive DBKs to port P3.

There are two ways to connect a DBK option to a DaqBook/2000 Series device. The first method is preferable, as it introduces less noise.

Preferred Method – (a) Connect a CA-37-x cable to the appropriate DB37 connector

[P1, P2, or P3] on the DaqBook/2000 Series device. (b) Connect the free end of the cable to the DBK card or module.

Optional Method – (a) Connect a CA-195-x cable to the P4 connector on the

DaqBook/2000 Series device. (b) Connect the free end of the cable to a DBK200 Series device. (c) Connect the DBK option to the DBK200 Series device, as applicable.

If you need to use the P4 connection method, use of the 8-inch ribbon cable (CA-195-1) will result in the lowest level of crosstalk [for that method].

The CE Cable Kit, p/n CA-209D, may be required for systems that require a P4 cable length of 3 feet. The CA-209D kit includes a shielded version of the CA-195 cable, two grounding pigtails, and associated cable clamps. When properly connected, the shielded cable provides greater immunity to noise. The CE Compliance chapter includes details.

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DBK Identification Tables

Analog Output DBKs

Analog Output

Product

DBK2 Voltage Output Card 4 channels P1 DBK5 Current Output Card 4 channels P1 DBK46 Analog Output Card; factory install option for

Digital I/O Control DBKs

Digital I/O / Control

Product

DBK20 General-Purpose Digital I/O Card (Screw Terminals) 48 channels P2 DBK21 General-Purpose Digital I/O Card (DB37 Connectors) 48 channels P2 DBK23 Optically Isolated Digital-Input Module 24 channels P2 DBK24 Optically Isolated Digital-Output Module 24 channels P2 DBK25 Relay Output Card 8 channels P2 DBK208 Carrier board for Opto-22 Compatible SSR Digital Modules. 16 Channels P2 or P4 DBK210 Carrier Board for Grayhill 70M-Series Mini-Modules 32 Channels P2 or P4, P1 exp.

Analog Signal Conditioning DBKs

The DBKs that are used for analog signal conditioning attach to transducers and condition their outputs into analog voltages. An A/D converter, located in the primary acquisition device, measures the analog voltages. There are many signal-conditioning solutions available (and more are in development). Note that DBK high-capacity modules require more circuitry than can fit on a compact card.

Name/Description

DaqBook/2000 Series Devices and WBK41 Modules

Name/Description

4 channels Internal

I/O

Connects To:

PC Board

Connects To:

Analog Signal Conditioning

Product

DBK4 Dynamic Signal Input Card 2 channels P1 DBK7 Frequency-to-Voltage Input Card 4 channels P1 DBK8 High-Voltage Input Card 8 channels P1 DBK9 RTD Measurement Card 8 channels P1 DBK12 Low-Gain Analog Multiplexing Card DBK13 High-Gain Analog Multiplexing Card DBK15 Universal Current/Voltage Input Card Note 2 16 channels P1 DBK16 Strain-Gage Measurement Card 2 channels P1 DBK17 Simultaneous Sample & Hold Card 4 channels P1 DBK18 Low-Pass Filter Card 4 channels P1 DBK19 Thermocouple Card DBK42 5B Isolated Signal-Conditioning Module 16 channels P1 DBK43A Strain-Gage Measurement Module 8 channels P1 DBK44 5B Isolated Signal-Conditioning Card 2 channels P1 DBK45 SSH and Low-Pass Filter Card 4 channels P1 DBK50 Isolated High-Voltage Input Module 8 channels P1 DBK51 Isolated Low-Voltage Input Module 8 channels P1 DBK52 Thermocouple Input Module DBK53 Low-Gain Analog Multiplexing Module DBK54 High-Gain Analog Multiplexing Module DBK70 Vehicle Network Interface, Analog Multiplexer Module 16 channels P1 DBK80 Differential Voltage Input Card with Excitation Output 16 channels P1 DBK81 Thermocouple Card, High-Accuracy 7 channels P1 DBK82 Thermocouple Card, High-Accuracy 14 channels P1 DBK83 Thermal Couple Card, High-Accuracy; uses Connection Pod 14 channels P1 DBK84 Thermocouple Module, High-Accuracy 14 channels P1 DBK90 Thermocouple Module, High-Accuracy 56 channels P1 DBK207 Carrier Board for 5B Compatible Analog Input Modules 16 channels P1 or P4 DBK207/CJC Carrier Board for 5B Compatible Analog Input Modules.

Note 1

Note 2

Name/Description

DBK207/CJC includes cold junction compensation (CJC)

P1, P2, and P3 DB37 connectors do not exist on the DaqBoard/2000 Series or /2000c Series boards, but

are obtained by using P4 adapters (DBK200 series boards).

For DaqBoard/2000 and cPCI DaqBoard/2000 Series boards, internal clocks should be set to 100 kHz

when used with any of the following DBK options: DBK12, DBK13, DBK15, DBK19, DBK52, DBK53, and DBK54. See specific DBK section for details.

16 channels P1

Note 2

16 channels P1

Note 2

14 channels P1

Note 2

14 channels P1

Note 2

16 channels P1

Note 2

16 channels P1

Note 2

16 channels P1 or P4

I/O

Connects To:

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Expansion and Terminal Panel Connection DBKs

The following DBKs offer provide various expansion and connection options. The stackable 3-slot DBK10 low-profile enclosure can be used for up to three DBKs. If a system has more than 3 DBKs, the 10-slot DBK41 can be used. Several DBK41s can be daisy-chained to accommodate many DBKs in one system.

Expansion and Connection, General

Product

DBK1 16-Connector BNC Adapter Module 16 connectors P1 DBK10 3-Slot Expansion Chassis 3 cards P1, P2, or P3 DBK11A Screw-Terminal Option Card (DB37-Screw Terminal Block) Component

DBK40 BNC Interface 18 connectors P1 DBK41 Analog Expansion Enclosure 10 cards P1 DBK60 Expansion Chassis with Termination Panels 3 cards P1 or P2

Name/Description

Termination Panels, Connectivity for DaqBoard/260

Product

DBK601 Termination Panel - Blank rear panel none N/A DBK602 Termination Panel - BNC rear panel 16 connectors DBK Card DBK603 Termination Panel - Safety Jacks, single ended 16 connectors DBK Card DBK604 Termination Panel - Safety Jacks, differential 8 differential (16) DBK Card DBK605 Termination Panels - Thermocouple, differential panels;

DBK606 Termination Panel – 3 Terminal Blocks; 16 connections per TB 48 connectors DBK Card DBK607 Termination Panel – strain relief clamp none N/A DBK608 Termination Panel – 3 female DB37 connectors three DB37 DBK Card

Name/Description

specify type: B, J, K, R, S, or T

Several signal connection options were developed primarily for use with DaqBoard/2000 Series and cPCI DaqBoard/2000c Series Boards. The DBK200 Series P4-Adapter documentation provides the basic connection concepts. That information, along with the related DBK subsections should enable you to set up your desired configuration.

P4 Adaptive Connection for DaqBoard/2000 Series and cPCI DaqBoard/2000c Series

Product

DBK200 P4-to-P1 Adapter Board P1 P4 DBK201 P4-to-P1/P2/P3 Adapter Board P1, P2, P3 P4 DBK202 P4-to-P1/P2/P3 Adapter Board with Screw-Terminals P1, P2, P3 P4 DBK203 A module version of DBK202 P1, P2, P3 P4 DBK204 A module version of DBK202 with an included CE cable kit. P1, P2, P3 P4 DBK205 P4-to-TB1 12-slot Screw Terminal Block for DaqBoard/2003. TB1, 12-slot P4 DBK206 P4-to-P1/P2/P3 Adapter Board with Screw-Terminals P1, P2, P3 P4 DBK209 P4-to-P1/P2/P3 Mini-Adapter Board P1, P2, P3 P4

Note 1

Name/Description

P1, P2, and P3 DB37 connectors do not exist on the DaqBoard/2000 Series, or /2000c Series boards,

but are obtained by using P4 adapters (DBK200 series). These adapters typically connect to the DaqBoard/2000 Series [/2000c Series] 100-pin P4 connector via cable.

I/O

sockets

I/O

16 differential DBK Card

I/O

Connects To:

P1, P2, or P3

Connects To:

Power Supply DBKs

Power supply type DBKs are typically used in laboratory, automotive, and field applications. Input power can come from any +10 to +20 VDC source, or from an AC source by using an appropriately rated AC-toDC adapter. The DBK30A rechargeable power supply can power DBK modules where AC mains are not available (the DBK30A outputs 28 V for powering transducers). For a large number of DBK cards, the DBK32A or DBK33 can be installed into an expansion slot. The DBK33 is used when +5 V is required in addition to ±15 VDC. The DBK34 provides a steady 12 or 24 VDC while working with vehicle electrical systems that may be turned on or off during testing.

Power Supply

Product

DBK30A Rechargeable Battery/Excitation Module +12-14, 24-28 VDC (3.4 A-hr @ 14 VDC) DBK32A Auxiliary Power Supply Card ±15 V @ 500 mA DBK33 Triple-Output Power Supply Card ±15 V @ 250 mA; +5 V @ 1 A DBK34 Vehicle UPS Module 12/24 VDC (5 A-hr @12 VDC) DBK34A UPS Battery Module 12/24 VDC (5 A-hr @12 VDC)

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Tips on Setting up a Data Acquisition System

A successful installation involves setting up equipment and setting software parameters. In addition to this manual, you may need to consult your Daq device or LogBook user’s manual.

DBKs should be configured before connections are made and power is applied. This sequence can prevent equipment damage and will help ensure proper operation on startup. Many DBKs have on-board jumpers and/or DIP switches that are used for setting channels and other variables. You will need to refer to the individual DBK document modules to ensure that the DBKs are properly configured for you application.

Prior to designing or setting up a custom data acquisition system, you should review the following tips. After reviewing the material you can write out the steps to setup a system that will best meet your specific application needs.

1. The end use of the acquisition data should be used to determine how you set up and program your acquisition system. Prior to creating the system you should understand its layout and know how you are going to assign the channels. If you can answer the following questions you are off to a good start. If not, you need to find the answers.

• What engineering units, ranges, sampling rates, etc. are best for your data?

• Will the data be charted graphically, statistically processed, or exported to other programs?

• How will the data be used?

• How will the data be saved?

• What are your system’ power requirements? Using several DBKs or transducers that require

excitation current may require an extra power supply, e.g., a DBK32A.

2. Assign channel numbers.

3. Plan the location of transducers, cable runs, DBKs, the acquisition device [LogBook or Daq device], and the computer. Label your transducers, cables, and connectors to prevent later confusion.

4. When configuring your LogBook or Daq device(s) consider the following:

• LogBook calibration is typically performed automatically through LogView software; however, some DBKs may require manual calibration.

• The DaqBook/100 Series and DaqBook/200 Series devices, and DaqBoards (ISA type) have internal jumpers and switches that you must set manually to match your application.

• Some DaqBook/100 Series and DaqBook/200 Series models are partially configured in software.

• DaqBook/2000 Series devices have no jumpers or internal switches and are configured entirely through software.

• Daq PC-Cards are configured entirely in software.

• DaqBoard/2000 Series boards are PCI type boards. They have no jumpers or switches and

are configured entirely through software.

• cPCI DaqBoard/2000c Series boards are compact PCI (cPCI) type boards. They have no jumpers or switches and are configured entirely through software.

• You may need to refer to other documentation, such as Quick Starts, Installation Guides,

User’s Manuals, and pertinent DBK document modules.

5. Perform all hardware configurations before connecting signal and power. Remember to configure all the DBK cards and modules for your application. Several jumpers and DIP switches may need to be set (channel, gain, filters, signal mode, etc).

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6. Setting up channel parameters often requires both hardware and software setup.

7. Route and connect all signal and power cables while all power is turned OFF.

8. To minimize electrical noise, route all signal lines away from any RF or high-voltage devices.

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9. Follow your device’s specific installation instructions. For certain devices software should be installed first; for others, hardware should be installed prior to software installation.

10. After software is loaded, remember to set the software parameters as needed for your application.

The software must recognize all the hardware in the system. Measurement units and ranges should be checked to verify that they meet your application requirements.

11. Remember to set all channels to the proper mode for your DBK or other signal source.

12. After your system is up and running, verify proper data acquisition and data storage.

13. Verify system accuracy; adjust ranges or calibrate as needed.

14. Device specific information regarding system setup and expansion can be found in the Daq and LogBook User’s manuals; and in the applicable DBK document modules of this manual.

15. If you are considering system expansion, review the DBK10, DBK41, and DBK60 document modules. The best option depends on the number of DBK cards in your system. For just a few cards, use the stackable 3-slot DBK10 low-profile expansion enclosure. For more than six cards, use the 10-slot DBK41. DBK41s can be daisy-chained to one-another to handle a large number of DBKs.

16. In regard to power management, you should review the DBK30A, DBK32A, and DBK33 document modules. For portable applications, the compact DBK30A rechargeable power supply can provide power to the DBK10 or DBK41. The DBK30A also includes a 28 V output for powering 4 to 20 mA transducers. For applications with many DBK cards (initially or in future expansion), the DBK32A or DBK33 can be installed into any expansion slot. The DBK32A provides ±15 VDC and the DBK33 provides ±15 VDC and +5 VDC.

Power Supplies and Power Connectors

Power supplies convert the raw power they receive into a lower DC voltage and/or current for use by devices with various power demands. Many of the power supplies that are used to power data acquisition equipment are of the switching-mode type. These devices provide a regulated output whether the power supply’s input is, for example, 60 Hz, 120 VAC as in the United States or, 50 Hz, 220 VAC as found in European countries. Small power supplies, that do not switch, consist of simple transformer/rectifiers and filtered capacitors; and operate over a smaller voltage range.

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

LogBooks - The switching-mode power supply [commonly used with LogBook systems] has an input range of 100 VAC to 240 VAC at 50 Hz to 60 Hz. The power supply’s output [to the LogBook] is 15 VDC @ 2.7 amps via a DIN5 connector.

DaqBook/100 and DaqBook/200 Series Devices - Power supplies that are used with DaqBook/100 Series and DaqBook/200 Series devices are typically of the transformer/rectifier type. They supply the unit with 15 VDC @ 900 mA via a DIN5 connector.

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Manual Layout

Table of Contents

Installation Guide

DaqBook/2000A

DaqBook/2000X

DaqBook/2000E

Expansion via Additional DaqBook/2000 Series Devices

Expansion via a WBK25 Ethernet Interface Module

Expansion via DBK Modules

Expansion via DBK Cards in a DaqBook/2000X

How to Mount One Module to Another

Using T-Cables

Before you run a test

How to run the Resource Tests

System Connections and Pinouts

Overview

P4 to P1, P2 and P3 Correlation for DaqBook/2000 Series Devices

DBK200 Series, Selected P4 Connector Options

Daq Systems, the Modular Concept

Block Diagram and Basic Features

Scanning

Triggering

Synchronous I/O Operations

Asynchronous I/O Operations

Using DBK Cards and Modules for Signal Conditioning

Daq Software

DBK Basics

Introduction

How Do DBKs Connect to the Data Acquisition Device?

DBK Identification Tables

Tips on Setting up a Data Acquisition System

Power Supplies and Power Connectors