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WARNING: These products are not designed for use in, and should not be used for, human applications.
WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER
OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. warrants this unit to be free of defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of 13 months from date of purchase. OMEGA’s WARRANTY adds an
additional one (1) month grace period to the normal one (1) year product warranty to cover
handling and shipping time. This ensures that OMEGA’s customers receive maximum
coverage on each product.
If the unit malfunctions, it must be returned to the factory for evaluation. OMEGA’s Customer
Service Department will issue an Authorized Return (AR) number immediately upon phone or
written request. Upon examination by OMEGA, if the unit is found to be defective, it will be
repaired or replaced at no charge. OMEGA’s WARRANTY does not apply to defects resulting
from any action of the purchaser, including but not limited to mishandling, improper interfacing,
operation outside of design limits, improper repair, or unauthorized modification. This
WARRANTY is VOID if the unit shows evidence of having been tampered with or shows evidence
of having been damaged as a result of excessive corrosion; or current, heat, moisture or vibration; improper specification; misapplication; misuse or other operating conditions outside of
OMEGA’s control. Components in which wear is not warranted, include but are not limited to
contact points, fuses, and triacs.
OMEGA is pleased to offer suggestions on the use of its various products. However,
OMEGA neither assumes responsibility for any omissions or errors nor assumes liability
for any damages that result from the use of its products in accordance with information
provided by OMEGA, either verbal or written. OMEGA warrants only that the parts
manufactured by the company will be as specified and free of defects. OMEGA MAKES
NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT THAT OF TITLE, AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES
INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: The remedies of purchaser set forth herein are exclusive, and the total liability of OMEGA with respect to this
order, whether based on contract, warranty, negligence, indemnification, strict liability or
otherwise, shall not exceed the purchase price of the component upon which liability is
based. In no event shall OMEGA be liable for consequential, incidental or special damages.
CONDITIONS: Equipment sold by OMEGA is not intended to be used, nor shall it be used: (1) as
a “Basic Component” under 10 CFR 21 (NRC), used in or with any nuclear installation or activity;
or (2) in medical applications or used on humans. Should any Product(s) be used in or with any
nuclear installation or activity, medical application, used on humans, or misused in any way,
OMEGA assumes no responsibility as set forth in our basic WARRANTY/ DISCLAIMER language,
and, additionally, purchaser will indemnify OMEGA and hold OMEGA harmless from any liability
or damage whatsoever arising out of the use of the Product(s) in such a manner.
RETURN REQUESTS/INQUIRIES
Direct all warranty and repair requests/inquiries to the OMEGA Customer Service Department.
BEFORE RETURNING ANY PRODUCT(S) TO OMEGA, PURCHASER MUST OBTAIN AN
AUTHORIZED RETURN (AR) NUMBER FROM OMEGA’S CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT
(IN ORDER TO AVOID PROCESSING DELAYS). The assigned AR number should then be
marked on the outside of the return package and on any correspondence.
The purchaser is responsible for shipping charges, freight, insurance and proper packaging to
prevent breakage in transit.
FOR WARRANTY
RETURNS, please have
the following information available BEFORE
contacting OMEGA:
1. Purchase Order number under which
the product was PURCHASED,
2. Model and serial number of the product
under warranty, and
3. Repair instructions and/or specific
problems relative to the product.
FOR NON-WARRANTY REPAIRS,
consult
OMEGA for current repair charges. Have the
following information available BEFORE
contacting OMEGA:
1. Purchase Order number to cover the COST
of the repair,
2. Model and serial number of the product, and
3. Repair instructions and/or specific problems
relative to the product.
OMEGA’s policy is to make running changes, not model changes, whenever an improvement is possible.
This affords our customers the latest in technology and engineering.
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A.3 General ............................................................................ 18
v Table of Contents
USB-4751/4751L User Manual vi
1
2
Introduction
Sections include:
• Hardware Features
• Software Overview
Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for buying the USB-4751/4751L data acquisition module. The
USB-4751/4751L
is
a powerful data acquisition
(DAS) module for the USB port. It features a unique circuit design and
complete
functions for data acquisition and control.
1.1 Hardware Features
USB-4751/4751L features excellent measurement & control functions:
• 48/24 TTL digital I/O lines
• 50-pin Opto-22 compatible box header
• Emulates mode 0 of 8255 PPI
• Buffered circuits for higher driving capacity than 8255
• Interrupt handling
• Timer/ Cou nter interrupt capability
• Supports both dry and wet contact
• 50-pin Opto-22 compatible box header
• Compatible with USB 1.1/2.0
• Bus-powered
Note:
You can install up to sixteen USB-4751/4751 L’s
to a system becaus e of the restriction of device
BoardID
Note:
The power output of an USB port is 500 mA,
while the USB-4751/4751L requires 500mA
(Max.). This mean s that if an USB hub is used, it
will need an
more
external power supply to suppor t
than one USB-4751/4751L device.
Note:
For detailed specifications of USB-4751/4751L,
please refer to Appendix A,
Specifications.
USB-4751/4751L User Manual 2
1.2 Software Overview
Omega offers a rich set of DLL drivers, third-party driver support and
application software
functions
function library to help boost your application performance and work
seamlessly with development tools such as Visual C++, Visual
of your device. The Device Drivers feature a complete I/O
on the companion CD-ROM to help fully exploit the
1.2.1 More on the CD
For instructions on how to begin programming in each development tool,
some tutorial chapters are included in the Device Drivers Manual
reference. Please
the Device
also look at
since they can
The Device Drivers Manual can be found on the companion CD-ROM.
Alternatively, if
system, The
Start button:
The example source code can be found under the corresponding installa-
folder such as the default installation path:
tion
Pr o g r a m F i l e s /Omega/USB-4700/Examples
refer to the corresponding sections in these chapters on
Drivers Manual to begin your programming efforts. You can
the example source code provided for each programming tool,
get you very well oriented.
you have already installed the Device Drivers on your
Device Drivers Manual can be readily accessed through the
3 Chapter 1
Basic.
for your
USB-4751/4751L User Manual 4
2
2
Installation
Sections include:
•
U
npacking
• Driver Installation
• Hardware Installation
• Hardware Uninstallation
Chapter 2 Installation
2.1 Unpacking
After receiving your USB-4751/4751L package, please inspect its contents first.
• USB-4751/4751L Module
• Shielded USB 2.0 Cable (1.8 m)
• Companion CD-ROM (DLL driver included)
The USB-4751/4751L Module harbors certain electronic components
vulnerable to
integrated circuits and certain components if preventive measures are not
carefully paid
antistat ic plast ic ba g, you sh ould t ake fol lowi ng precaut ions
possible ESD
• Touch the metal part of your computer chassis with your hand to dis-
• Make contact between the antistatic bag and ground before opening.
After taking out the module, you should first:
Inspect the module for any possible signs of external damage (loose or
damaged components,
notify
ately. Avoid using
• Avoid physical contact with materials that could hold static
USB-4751/4751L User Manual 6
The package should contain the following items:
electrostatic discharge (ESD). ESD could easily damage the
attention to. Before removing the module from the
damage:
static electricity accumulated on your body. One can also use a
charge
grounding strap.
etc.). If the module is visibly damaged, please
our service department or our local sales representative immedi-
electricity such
a damaged module with your system.
as
plastic, vinyl and Styrofoam.
to ward off
2.2 Driver Installation
We recommend you install the software driver before you install the
USB-4751/4751L
smooth installation process.
The 32-bit DLL driver Setup program for the USB-4751/4751L module is
included on the companion CD-ROM that is shipped
package. Please
driver software:
module into your system, since this will guarantee a
with your module
follow the steps on the following page to install the
7 Chapter 2
For further information on driver-related issues, an online version of the
Device Drivers Manual is
+5V_OUT GND Outp ut +5V DC power
C<1,2>_Out GND Output Output pins of counter/ timer 1 and 2
C<1,2>_Gate GND Input Gate control pins of counter/ timer 1
C<1,2>_In GND Input External clock source of counter/ timer
INT_Out GND Output Interrupt output. This pin changes to
GND - - Digital ground
GND Input/Out-
put
GND Input/Out-
put
GND Input/Out-
put
Digital input/ output port A, channel
0~7 & channel 10~17.
Digital input/ output port B, channel
0~7 & channel 10~17.
Digital input/ output port C, channel
0~7 & channel 10~17.
and 2
1 and 2
logic 1 whenever the
USB-4751 generates an interru pt, an d
returns to logic 0 when the interrupt is
cleared.
3.2.3 LED Indicator Status Description
The USB Module is equipped with a LED indicator to show the current
status
of
the device. When you plug the USB device into the USB port,
the LED
is on.
information.
indicator will blink five times and then stay lit to indicate that it
Please refer to the following table for detailed LED indicator status
Table 3.2: LED Indicator St atus Descriptio n
LED Status Description
On Device ready for work
Off Device not ready to work
Slow Blinking (5 times) Device initialization
Fast Blinking
(Depends on data transfer speed).
Device working
USB-4751/4751L User Manual 14
3.3 Digital I/O Connections
3.3.1 Dry Contact Support for Digital Input
Each digital input channel accepts either dry contact or 0 ~ 5 VDC wet
contact inputs.
changes in external circuitry (e.g.,
circuitry) when
shows external circuitry with both
nected
as an input source to one of the card's digital input channels.
Dry contact capability allows the channel to respond to
the closing of a switch in the external
no voltage is present in the external circuit. Figure 3-3
wet and dry contact components, con-
Figure 3.3: Digital Input Connections
15 Chapter 3
3.4 Field Wiring Considerations
• When you use USB-4751/4751L to acquire data from outside, noises in
the environment
surements
be helpful to
signal sources and
• The signal cables must be kept away from strong electromagnetic
sources such as
welding machines,
ference. Keep the
since it can significantly
• If the cable travels through an area with significant electromagnetic
interference, you should
as the analog input cable.
together and
connected to one point at the signal source ground.
be
• Avoid running the signal cables through any conduit that might have
lines in it.
power
• If you have to place your signal cable parallel to a power line that has a
high
voltage or high current running through it, try to keep a safe dis-
tance
between them. Or place the signal cable in a right angle to the
power line
USB-4751/4751L User Manual 16
might significantly affect the accuracy of your mea-
if
due cautions are not taken. The following measures will
reduce possible interference running signal wires between
the USB-4751/4751L.
power lines, large electric motors, circuit breakers or
since they may cause strong electromagnetic inter-
analog signal cables away from any video monitor,
affect a data acquisition system.
adopt individually shielded, twisted-pair wires
This type of cable has its signal wires twisted
shielded with a metal mesh. The metal mesh should only
to minimize the undesirable effect.
A
2
Specifications
Appendix A Specifications
A.1 Digital Input/Output
Channels
Programming
Mode
Input Voltage
Output Voltage
+5V Output
Interrupt Mode
A.2 Counter
Channels
Resolution
Compatibility
Base Clock
Frequency
measurement
PWM Generation
External Input Divide
A.3 General
I/O Connector Type
Dimensions
Power
Consumption
Temperature Operation
Relative Humidity
USB-4751/4751L User Manual 18
48 Bi-directional (24 for USB-4751L)
8255 PPI Mode0
Low
High
Low
High
100mA max.
PC0 source; PC4 gate/PC0 sourc e
Opto-22 * 2 and 10-pin screw terminal *1
132 X 80 X 32 mm (5.2” X 3.2” X 1.3”)
5 V @ 500 mA max.
Storage
5%~95% RH non-condensing (refer to IEC 68-2-1, 2)
0.8 V max
2.0 V min
0.5 V max. @ 12mA (sink)
3.8 V min. @ -12mA (source)(each line)
3.8 V min.@5mA(source)(high of every line)
2 independent
32-bit counters (low 16bit by hardware and high 16bit by ARM)
TTL compatible logical level input
External
Internal
Input frequency from 0.1Hz to 10Mhz
8MHz max. 2 independent program-
20MHz max.
2Hz to 10Mhz
2 to 65535
0~60° C (32~140° F) (refer to IEC 68-2-1, 2)
-20~70° C (-4~158° F)
mable clock sources
WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER
OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. warrants this unit to be free of defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of 13 months from date of purchase. OMEGA’s WARRANTY adds an
additional one (1) month grace period to the normal one (1) year product warranty to cover
handling and shipping time. This ensures that OMEGA’s customers receive maximum
coverage on each product.
If the unit malfunctions, it must be returned to the factory for evaluation. OMEGA’s Customer
Service Department will issue an Authorized Return (AR) number immediately upon phone or
written request. Upon examination by OMEGA, if the unit is found to be defective, it will be
repaired or replaced at no charge. OMEGA’s WARRANTY does not apply to defects resulting
from any action of the purchaser, including but not limited to mishandling, improper interfacing,
operation outside of design limits, improper repair, or unauthorized modification. This
WARRANTY is VOID if the unit shows evidence of having been tampered with or shows evidence
of having been damaged as a result of excessive corrosion; or current, heat, moisture or vibration; improper specification; misapplication; misuse or other operating conditions outside of
OMEGA’s control. Components in which wear is not warranted, include but are not limited to
contact points, fuses, and triacs.
OMEGA is pleased to offer suggestions on the use of its various products. However,
OMEGA neither assumes responsibility for any omissions or errors nor assumes liability
for any damages that result from the use of its products in accordance with information
provided by OMEGA, either verbal or written. OMEGA warrants only that the parts
manufactured by the company will be as specified and free of defects. OMEGA MAKES
NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT THAT OF TITLE, AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES
INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: The remedies of purchaser set forth herein are exclusive, and the total liability of OMEGA with respect to this
order, whether based on contract, warranty, negligence, indemnification, strict liability or
otherwise, shall not exceed the purchase price of the component upon which liability is
based. In no event shall OMEGA be liable for consequential, incidental or special damages.
CONDITIONS: Equipment sold by OMEGA is not intended to be used, nor shall it be used: (1) as
a “Basic Component” under 10 CFR 21 (NRC), used in or with any nuclear installation or activity;
or (2) in medical applications or used on humans. Should any Product(s) be used in or with any
nuclear installation or activity, medical application, used on humans, or misused in any way,
OMEGA assumes no responsibility as set forth in our basic WARRANTY/ DISCLAIMER language,
and, additionally, purchaser will indemnify OMEGA and hold OMEGA harmless from any liability
or damage whatsoever arising out of the use of the Product(s) in such a manner.
RETURN REQUESTS/INQUIRIES
Direct all warranty and repair requests/inquiries to the OMEGA Customer Service Department.
BEFORE RETURNING ANY PRODUCT(S) TO OMEGA, PURCHASER MUST OBTAIN AN
AUTHORIZED RETURN (AR) NUMBER FROM OMEGA’S CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT
(IN ORDER TO AVOID PROCESSING DELAYS). The assigned AR number should then be
marked on the outside of the return package and on any correspondence.
The purchaser is responsible for shipping charges, freight, insurance and proper packaging to
prevent breakage in transit.
FOR WARRANTY
RETURNS, please have
the following information available BEFORE
contacting OMEGA:
1. Purchase Order number under which
the product was PURCHASED,
2. Model and serial number of the product
under warranty, and
3. Repair instructions and/or specific
problems relative to the product.
FOR NON-WARRANTY REPAIRS,
consult
OMEGA for current repair charges. Have the
following information available BEFORE
contacting OMEGA:
1. Purchase Order number to cover the COST
of the repair,
2. Model and serial number of the product, and
3. Repair instructions and/or specific problems
relative to the product.
OMEGA’s policy is to make running changes, not model changes, whenever an improvement is possible.
This affords our customers the latest in technology and engineering.
reproduced, translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine-readable form, in whole or in part, without
the prior written consent of OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.