ADLINK Technology NuDAQ PCI-9111DG User manual

Manual Revision: 2.6
Revision Date: March 16, 2022
Part No: 50M-00069-1000
NuDAQ®PCI-9111DG/HR
Multifunction
Data Acquisition Card
User’s Manual

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Revision History
Revision Release Date Description of Change(s)
2.50 April 4, 2003 Updated release
2.6 March 16, 2022 Product update release

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Preface
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Conventions
Take note of the following conventions used throughout this
manual to make sure that users perform certain tasks and
instructions properly.
NOTE:
NOTE:
Additional information, aids, and tips that help users perform
tasks.
CAUTION:
Information to prevent minor physical injury, component dam-
age, data loss, and/or program corruption when trying to com-
plete a task.
WARNING:
Information to prevent serious physical injury, component
damage, data loss, and/or program corruption when trying to
complete a specific task.

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Table of Contents
Revision History...................................................................... ii
Preface.................................................................................... iii
1 Introduction ........................................................................ 1
1.1 Features............................................................................... 1
1.2 Applications ......................................................................... 2
1.3 Specifications....................................................................... 3
1.4 Software Support ................................................................. 5
2 Getting Started ................................................................. 11
2.1 Package Contents ............................................................. 12
2.2 Device Layout and I/O Connectors.................................... 13
2.3 Jumper Settings................................................................. 14
2.4 Connector Pin Assignments .............................................. 15
2.5 Hardware Installation Outline............................................. 18
2.6 Device Installation for Windows Systems .......................... 20
2.7 Daughter Board Connection .............................................. 21
3 Operation Theory ............................................................. 25
3.1 A/D Conversion.................................................................. 26
3.2 Extended Digital I/O Port ................................................... 38
3.3 D/A Conversion.................................................................. 39
3.4 Digital Input and Output ..................................................... 41
3.5 Timer/Counter Operation ................................................... 42
Important Safety Instructions.............................................. 43
Getting Service...................................................................... 47

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1 Introduction
The PCI-9111 is an advanced data acquisition card based on the
32-bit PCI bus architecture. High performance designs and state-
of-the-art technology make this card ideal for data logging and sig-
nal analysis applications in areas like medicine and process con-
trol.
1.1 Features
The PCI-9111 PCI bus advanced data acquisition card provides
the following advanced features:
X32-bit PCI bus
X12-bit analog input resolution for PCI-9111DG
16-bit analog input resolution for PCI-9111HR
XAuto-scanning channel selection up to 256 channels
XUp to 100KHz A/D sampling rates
X16 single-ended analog input channels
XBipolar input signals
XProgrammable gain of x1, x2, x4, x8, x16
Input Range: ±10V, ±5V, ±2.5V, ±1.25V, ±0.625V
XOn-chip sample & hold
XOne 12-bit monolithic multiplying analog output channel
X16 digital output and 16 digital input channels
X4 extended digital input and digital output channels on the
37-pin connector
X3 independent programmable 16-bit down counters
XThree A/D trigger modes: software trigger, programmable
pacer trigger, and external pulse trigger
XPre-trigger & Post-trigger Control
XIntegral DC-to-DC converter for stable analog power source
X37-pin D-type connector
XCompact size: half-size PCB

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1.2 Applications
XIndustrial and laboratory ON/OFF control
XEnergy management
XCommunication
X16 TTL/DTL compatible digital input channels
XSecurity controller
XProduct testing
XEvent and frequency counting
XWaveform and pulse generation
XBCD interface driver

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1.3 Specifications
Analog Input (A/D)
Converter B.B. ADS7805 / ADS7804 or equivalent,
successive approximation type
Resolution 12-bit/16-bit
Input Channels 16 Single-ended
Analog Signal Input Range
(Programmable) Bipolar: ±10V, ± 5V, ±2.5V, ±1.25V, ±0.625V
Conversion Time 8 μsec
Over-voltage Protection Continuous ±35V max.
Accuracy
Gain Range Accuracy (mv)
1 ±10v 1±0.3051
2 ±5v 0.5±0.1525
4 ±2.5v 0.5±0.0763
8 ±1.25v 0.25±0.0381
16 ±0.625v 0.25±0.019
Input Impedance 10 MΩ
Trigger Modes Software, Timer Pacer, and External trigger
Data Transfer Pooling, FIFO half-full Interrupt
Data Throughput 110KHz (maximum)
FIFO Depth 1024 samples
Analog Output (D/A)
Output Channels 1
Resolution 12-bit
Output Range
(jumper selectable)
Unipolar: 0-10V
Bipolar: -10V to +10V
Converter DAC7541 or equivalent, monolithic multiplying
Settling Time 30 μsec
Linearity ±1/2-bit LSB
Output Driving Capability ±5mA max.

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Digital I/O (DIO)
Channels 16 TTL compatible inputs and outputs
Input Voltage Low: Min. 0V, Max. 0.8V
High: Min. +2.0V, Max. 5.5V
Input Load Low: +0.8V at -0.2mA max.
High: +2.7V at +20mA max.
Output Voltage Low: Min. 0V, Max. 0.4V
High: Min. +2.4V, Max. 5.5V
Driving Capacity Low: Max. +0.5V at 8.0mA (Sink)
High: Min. +2.7V at 0.4mA (Source)
Extended Digital I/O (EDIO)
Channels 4 inputs and outputs
Input Voltage Low: +0.8V @ -10μA max.
High: +3.5V @ +10μA max.
Input Load Low: Min: –0.5V; Max. 0.8V
High: Min: +1.7V; Max. 5.75V
Output Driving Capability Low: Max. +0.4V @ 8.0mA (Sink)
High: Min. 2.4V @ 4.0mA (Source)
Programmable Counter
A/D pacer timer 32-bit timer (two 16-bit counters cascaded
together) with a 2MHz time base
Pacer Frequency Range 0.00046 Hz to 100K Hz
Pre-trigger Counter One 16-bit counter for AD Conversion Pulse
General
Connector 37-pin D-type connector
Operating Temperature 0°C to 60°C
Storage Temperature -20°C to 80°C
Humidity 5% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Power Requirement +5 V @ 570 mA typical
Dimensions 105mm (H) X 175mm (L)

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1.4 Software Support
ADLINK provides versatile software drivers and packages to suit
various user approaches to building a system. Aside from pro-
gramming libraries, such as DLLs, for most Windows-based sys-
tems, ADLINK also provides drivers for other application
environments such as LabVIEW. All software options are included
in the ADLINK All-in-One CD. Commercial software drivers are
protected with licensing codes. Without the code, you may install
and run the demo version for trial/demonstration purposes for only
up to two hours. Contact your ADLINK dealer to purchase the soft-
ware license. The ADLINK Measurement, Automation & Platform
Service (MAPS) is a software service package designed for data
acquisition, automation and PXI platform. By leveraging the
sophisticated architecture in low-level kernel management and
user friendly API, users can easily manage devices under a Win-
dows environment and focus on developing applications.
Figure 1-1: ADLINK MAPS Architecture

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1.4.1 MAPS Core
ADLINK MAPS Core is a software package that includes all the
device drivers for Windows and a system level management tool
called ACE (ADLINK Connection Explorer). With MAPS Core
installed in a user-provided PC, the operating system can identify
ADLINK's devices and assign necessary resources for low-level
access, such as IO read/write or direct memory access. MAPS/
Core is necessary for all ADLINK DAQ modules. To ensure the
user has the latest software, go to the ADLINK product webpage
or contact ADLINK technical service.
Figure 1-2: ADLINK MAPS Core

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MAPS Core also comes with a system management portal called
ADLINK Connection Explorer (ACE). Through ACE, users can dis-
cover and manage ADLINK DAQ modules. For example, the user
can reserve a certain size of memory buffer for DMA operation or
set the user alias name for operating the module in a LabVIEW
environment.
Figure 1-3: ADLINK Connection Explorer (ACE)

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ADLINK Connection Explorer (ACE) also provides a ready-to-use
soft-front panel for digitizer products. By clicking the Launch but-
ton in the lowest "Utility" block, this soft-front panel allows users to
control digitizers through the UI and display the acquired wave-
form/data on the screen.
Figure 1-4: ACE Soft Front Panel
1.4.2 MAPS/LV, LabVIEW Support
Customers who develop their own programs in LabVIEW must
install the MAPS/LV software package. MAPS/LV, also called
DAQ-LabVIEW Plus, includes the software library and sample pro-
gram for LabVIEW. For more information, download and install the
latest MAPS/LV software from the following website and refer to
the MAPS/LV manual:
https://www.adlinktech.com/Products/Data_Acquisition/
DAQSoftware_Utility/MAPS_LV

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1.4.3 MAPS/C, C & C++ Support
Customers who develop their own programs in C or C++ environ-
ments must install the MAPS/C software package. MAPS/C
includes all the software components required for developing
applications in C/C++, such as header files, a device API library
and versatile sample programs for understanding how to manipu-
late the device correctly. Find the latest MAPS/C on the ADLINK
website.
https://www.adlinktech.com/Products/Data_Acquisition/
DAQSoftware_Utility/MAPS_C

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2 Getting Started
This chapter describes the proper installation environment,
installation procedures, package contents and basic information
users should be aware of.
NOTE:
NOTE:
Diagrams and images of equipment illustrated are for refer-
ence only. Actual system configuration and specifications may
vary.

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2.1 Package Contents
Before continuing, check the package contents for any damage
and check if the following items are included in the packaging:
X PCI-9111 Multifunction Data Acquisition Card
XADLINK CD
XPCI-9111 User’s Manual
The card contains electro-static sensitive components that can
easily be damaged by static electricity. Therefore, the card should
be handled on a grounded anti-static mat. The operator should be
wearing an anti-static wristband, grounded at the same point as
the anti-static mat.
Inspect the card module carton for obvious damage. Shipping and
handling may cause damage to your module. Be sure there are no
shipping and handling damages on the modules carton before
continuing.
After opening the card module carton, extract the system module
and place it only on a grounded anti-static surface with component
side up.
Inspect the module for any damage. Press down on all the
socketed IC's to make sure that they are properly seated. Do this
only with the module place on a firm flat surface.
WARNING:
WARNING: DO NOT install or apply power to equipment that is
damaged or if there are missing components. Retain the ship-
ping carton and packing materials for inspection. Please con-
tact your ADLINK dealer/vendor immediately for assistance
and obtain authorization before returning any product.

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2.2 Device Layout and I/O Connectors
Figure 2-1: PCB Layout

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2.3 Jumper Settings
There is only one configurable jumper (JP1) available on the PCI-
9111 card used to set the range for the analog output channel.
The analog output range can be uni-polar (0 to 10V) or bi-polar (-
10V to +10V). The default setting is bi-polar. See table below for
setting possibilities.
Bi-polar analog output
range -10V to +10V
Uni-polar analog output
range 0V to +10V
Table 2-1: Analog Output Range Setting
JP1
BI
UI
BI
UI
JP1