Advantech PCIE-1730H User manual

User Manual
PCIE-1730H
32-ch Isolated Digital I/O with
Digital filter PCI Express Card

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Copyright
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free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of pur-
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service time and freight. Please consult your dealer for more details.
If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:
1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For example, CPU
speed, Advantech products used, other hardware and software used, etc.) Note
anything abnormal and list any on screen messages you get when the problem
occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product,
and any helpful information readily available.
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authorization) number from your dealer. This allows us to process your return
more quickly.
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Order Card and a photocopy proof of purchase date (such as your sales receipt)
in a shippable container. A product returned without proof of the purchase date
is not eligible for warranty service.
5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid
to your dealer.
Part No. 2001173010 Edition 1
Printed in Taiwan March 2017

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Declaration of Conformity
CE
This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications when shielded
cables are used for external wiring. We recommend the use of shielded cables. This
kind of cable is available from Advantech. Please contact your local supplier for
ordering information.
CE
This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications. Test conditions
for passing included the equipment being operated within an industrial enclosure. In
order to protect the product from being damaged by ESD (Electrostatic Discharge)
and EMI leakage, we strongly recommend the use of CE-compliant industrial enclo-
sure products.
FCC Class B
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equip-
ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Technical Support and Assistance
1. Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com/support where you can find
the latest information about the product.
2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's customer service
center for technical support if you need additional assistance. Please have the
following information ready before you call:
–Product name and serial number
–Description of your peripheral attachments
–Description of your software (operating system, version, application software,
etc.)
–A complete description of the problem
–The exact wording of any error messages

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Warnings, Cautions and Notes
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Safety Instructions
1. Read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User Manual for later reference.
3. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp
cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.
4. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the equip-
ment and must be easily accessible.
5. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
6. Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it or letting
it fall may cause damage.
7. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the equipment
from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
8. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the
equipment to the power outlet.
9. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.
10. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
11. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power source
to avoid damage by transient overvoltage.
12. Never pour any liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electrical shock.
13. Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, the equipment should be
opened only by qualified service personnel.
14. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service
personnel:
15. The power cord or plug is damaged.
16. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
17. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
Warning! Warnings indicate conditions, which if not observed, can cause personal
injury!
Caution! Cautions are included to help you avoid damaging hardware or losing
data. e.g.
There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed.
Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery. Replace the
battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the man-
ufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's
instructions.

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18. The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according to the
user's manual.
19. The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
20. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
21. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE
STORAGE TEMPERATURE MAY GO BELOW -20° C (-4° F) OR ABOVE 60° C
(140° F). THIS COULD DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. THE EQUIPMENT
SHOULD BE IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT.
22. CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY
REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE
RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER, DISCARD USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.
23. The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC 704-1:1982
is no more than 70 dB (A).
Safety Precaution - Static Electricity
DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1. Advantech
disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained
herein.Safety Precaution - Static Electricity
Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the products from
damage.
To avoid electrical shock, always disconnect the power from your PC chassis
before you work on it. Don't touch any components on the CPU card or other
cards while the PC is on.
Disconnect power before making any configuration changes. The sudden rush
of power as you connect a jumper or install a card may damage sensitive elec-
tronic components.

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Contents
Chapter 1 Overview...............................................1
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 2
1.2 Features .................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Applications............................................................................................... 3
1.4 Installation Guide ...................................................................................... 3
1.5 Software Overview .................................................................................... 4
1.6 Accessories.............................................................................................. 4
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation ..........................5
2.1 Installation ................................................................................................. 6
2.2 Unpacking ................................................................................................. 6
2.3 Driver Installation ...................................................................................... 7
2.4 Hardware Installation ................................................................................ 7
Figure 2.1 Device Manager ......................................................... 8
Chapter 3 Signal Connections.............................9
3.1 Overview ................................................................................................. 10
3.2 Switch and Jumper Settings.................................................................... 10
Figure 3.1 Card Connector, Jumper and Switches.................... 10
Table 3.1: Summary of Jumper Settings ................................... 10
Table 3.2: Board ID setting (SW1)............................................. 10
3.3 Signal Connections ................................................................................. 11
Figure 3.2 TTL-level DI/O Connection ....................................... 12
Figure 3.3 Open/Short Connection ............................................ 12
Figure 3.4 Isolated DI Connection ............................................. 13
Figure 3.5 Isolated Digital Output Connection ........................... 13
Appendix A Specifications ....................................15
A.1 Specifications .......................................................................................... 16
A.1.1 Isolated Digital Input ................................................................... 16
A.1.2 Isolated Digital Output................................................................. 16
A.1.3 Non-isolated Digital Input/Output ................................................ 16
A.1.4 General ....................................................................................... 17
A.1.5 Digital Filter Time ........................................................................ 17
Appendix B Block Diagram ...................................19
B.1 PCIE-1730H ............................................................................................ 20

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Chapter 1
1Overview

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1.1 Introduction
The Advantech PCIE-1730H is a 32-channel isolated digital input/output card for the
PCI Express bus.
The PCIE-1730H’s isolated digital input channels are ideal for digital input in noisy
environments or with floating potentials.
The following sections of this chapter will provide further information about features,
installation guide, together with some brief information on software and accessories
for the PCIE-1730H card.
1.2 Features
PCIE-1730H
32-ch isolated DI/O (16-ch digital input w/ Digital filter, 16-ch digital output)
32-ch TTL DI/O (16-ch digital input w/ Digital filter, 16-ch digital output)
High output driving capacity with 500 mA per channel (maximum)
High-voltage isolation on isolated I/O channels (2,500 VDC)
Interrupt handling capability for all DI and IDI channels
Two 20-pin connectors for isolated DI/O channels and two 20-pin connectors for
TTL DI/O channels
D-type connector for isolated input and output channels
High ESD protection (2,000 VDC)
High over-voltage protection (70 VDC)
Wide input range (10 ~ 30 VDC)
Board ID to identify specific card when multiple devices are installed
The Advantech PCIE-1730H offers the following main features:
Robust Protection
The PCIE-1730H digital input channels feature robust isolation protection for indus-
trial, lab and machinery automation applications. It durably withstands voltage up to
2,500 VDC, preventing your host system from any incidental harm. If connected to an
external input source with surge-protection, the PCIE-1730H can offer up to a maxi-
mum of 2,000 VDC ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) protection. Even with an input volt-
age rising up to 70 VDC, the PCIE-1730H can still manage to work properly, albeit
only for a short period of time.
Wide Input Range
The PCIE-1730H has a wide range of input voltage from 10 to 30 VDC, and is suitable
for most industrial applications with 12 VDC or 24 VDC input voltage.
Plug-and-Play Function
The PCIE-1730H is a Plug-and-Play device, which fully complies with PCI Express
Specification Rev V1.0. During card installation, there is no need to set jumpers or
DIP switches. Instead, all bus-related configurations such as base I/O address and
interrupt are automatically done by the Plug-and-Play function.

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Chapter 1 Overview
Board ID
The PCIE-1730H has a built-in DIP Switch that helps define each card’s ID when
multiple PCIE-1730H cards have been installed on the same PC chassis. The board
ID setting function is very useful when users build their system with multiple PCIE-
1730H cards. With correct Board ID settings, you can easily identify and access each
card during hardware configuration and software programming.
Reset Protection
When the system has undergone a hot reset (i.e. without turning off the system
power), the PCIE-1730H can either retain outputs values of each channel, or return
to its default configuration as open status, depending on its on-board jumper setting.
This function protects the system from wrong operations during unexpected system
resets.
1.3 Applications
Industrial ON/OFF control
Switch status sensing
BCD interfacing
Digital I/O control
Industrial and lab automation
Laboratory & Education
1.4 Installation Guide
Before you install your PCIE-1730H card, please make sure you have the following
necessary components:
PCIE-1730H card
PCIE-1730H User’s Manual
Advantech driver DAQNavi (included in the CD-ROM)
Wiring cable PCL-10137 (option)
Wiring board PCLD-880, ADAM-3937 (option)
Personal computer or workstation with a PCI Express-bus slot
Some other optional components are also available for enhanced operation:
Application software: Advantech Navigator (Utility) offered by DAQNavi soft-
ware.
After you get the necessary components and maybe some of the accessories for
enhanced operation of your card, you can then begin the Installation procedures.
Note! For detailed specifications of the PCIE-1730H, refer to Appendix A,
Specifications.

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1.5 Software Overview
Advantech offers device drivers, SDKs, third-party driver support and application
software to help fully exploit the functions of your PCIE-1730H card. All these soft-
ware packages are available on the companion CD-ROM or you can browse Advan-
tech website to get the latest update: http://www.advantech.com/.
1.6 Accessories
Advantech offers a complete set of accessory products to support the PCIE-1730H
card. These accessories include:
Wiring Cable
The PCL-10137 shielded cable is specially designed for PCIE-1730H cards to pro-
vide high resistance to noise. To achieve better signal quality, the signal wires are
twisted in such a way as to form a “twisted-pair cable”, reducing cross-talk and noise
from other signal sources. Furthermore, its digital lines are separately sheathed and
shielded to neutralize EMI/EMC problems.
Wiring Boards
The ADAM-3937 is a 37-pin D-type wiring terminal module for DIN-rail mounting.
This terminal module can be readily connected to the Advantech PC-Lab cards and
allow easy yet reliable access to individual pin connections for the PCIE-1730H card.
The PCLD-880 is a universal screw-terminal board to be used with any of the PC-
LabCards which have 37-pin D-type connectors.

Chapter 2
2Hardware Installation

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2.1 Installation
This chapter gives users a package item checklist, proper instructions about unpack-
ing and step-by-step procedures for both driver and card installation.
2.2 Unpacking
After receiving your PCIE-1730H package, please inspect its contents first. The pack-
age should contain the following items:
PCIE-1730H card
Companion CD-ROM
User’s Manual
The PCIE-1730H card harbors certain electronic components vulnerable to electro-
static discharge (ESD). ESD could easily damage the integrated circuits and certain
components if preventive measures are not carefully paid attention to.
Before removing the card from the antistatic plastic bag, you should take following
precautions to ward off possible ESD damage:
Touch the metal part of your computer chassis with your hand to discharge static
electricity accumulated on your body. Or one can also use a grounding strap.
Touch the anti-static bag to a metal part of your computer chassis before open-
ing the bag.
Take hold of the card only by the metal bracket when removing it out of the bag.
After taking out the card, first you should:
Inspect the card for any possible signs of external damage (loose or damaged com-
ponents, etc.). If the card is visibly damaged, please notify our service department or
our local sales representative immediately. Avoid installing a damaged card into your
system.
Also pay extra caution to the following aspects to ensure proper installation:
Avoid physical contact with materials that could hold static electricity such as
plastic, vinyl and Styrofoam.
Whenever you handle the card, grasp it only by its edges. DO NOT TOUCH the
exposed metal pins of the connector or the electronic components.
Note! Keep the anti-static bag for future use. You might need the original bag
to store the card if you have to remove the card from PC or transport it
elsewhere.

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
2.3 Driver Installation
We recommend you to install the driver before you install the PCIE-1730H card into
your system, since this will guarantee a smooth installation process.
The Advantech device driver installation for the PCIE-1730H card is included on the
companion CD-ROM that is shipped with your DA&C card package.
2.4 Hardware Installation
After the device driver installation is completed, you can now go on to install the
PCIE-1730H card in any PCI Express slot on your computer. Follow the steps below
to install the card on your system.
1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and cables. TURN OFF your
computer before installing or removing any components on the computer.
2. Remove the cover of your computer.
3. Remove the slot cover on the back panel of your computer.
4. Touch the metal part on the surface of your computer to neutralize the static
electricity that might be on your body.
5. Insert the PCIE-1730H card into a PCI Express slot. Hold the card only by its
edges and carefully align it with the slot. Insert the card firmly into place. Use of
excessive force must be avoided, otherwise the card might be damaged.
6. Fasten the bracket of the PCI Express card on the back panel of the computer.
7. Connect appropriate accessories to the PCI Express card.
8. Replace the cover of your computer chassis. Re-connect the cables you
removed in step 2.
9. Plug in the power cord and turn on the computer.
Note! Make sure you have installed the driver first before you install the card.
Note! After your card is properly installed on your system, you can now config-
ure your device using the Advantech Navigator Program that has itself
already been installed on your system during driver setup. A complete
device installation procedure should include device setup, configuration
and testing. The following sections will guide you through the Setup,
Configuration and Testing of your device.

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After the PCIE-1730H card is installed, you can verify whether it is properly installed
on your system through the Device Manager:
1. Access the Device Manager through Control Panel/System/Device Manager.
2. The device name of the PCIE-1730H should be listed on the Device Manager
tab as follows.
Figure 2.1 Device Manager
After your card is properly installed on your system, you can now configure your
device using the Advantech Navigator after you install DAQNavi on your computer.
Note! If your card is properly installed, you should see the device name of your
card listed on the Device Manager tab. If you do see your device name
listed on it but marked with an exclamation sign “!”, it means your card
has not been correctly installed. In this case, remove the card device
from the Device Manager by selecting its device name and press the
Remove button. Then go through the driver installation process again.

Chapter 3
3Signal Connections

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3.1 Overview
Maintaining signal connections is one of the most important factors in ensuring that
your application system is sending and receiving data correctly. A good signal con-
nection can avoid unnecessary and costly damage to your PC and other hardware
devices. This chapter provides useful information about how to connect input and
output signals to the PCIE-1730H via the I/O connector.
3.2 Switch and Jumper Settings
Figure 3.1 Card Connector, Jumper and Switches
Note: On: 1, Off: 0; Default setting: All Off.
Table 3.1: Summary of Jumper Settings
Names of
Jumpers Function description
JP2 (1, 2 short) Output channels will keep last status after system resets
JP2 (2,3 short) Output channels will set their values to Low after system resets (Default)
Table 3.2: Board ID setting (SW1)
ID3 ID2 ID1 ID0 Board ID
11 1 10
11 1 01
11 0 12
11 0 03
10 1 14
10 1 05
10 0 16
10 0 07
01 1 18
01 1 09
01 0 110
01 0 011
00 1 112
00 1 013
00 0 114
00 0 015

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Chapter 3 Signal Connections
3.3 Signal Connections
PCIE-1730H Pin Assignments
CN1 CN2
CN3 CN4
CN5
CN6
IDO 0 12IDO 1 IDI 0 1 2 IDI 1
IDO 2 34IDO 3 IDI 2 3 4 IDI 3
IDO 4 56IDO 5 IDI 4 5 6 IDI 5
IDO 6 78IDO 7 IDI 6 7 8 IDI 7
IDO 8 910 IDO 9 IDI 8 910 IDI 9
IDO 10 11 12 IDO 11 IDI 10 11 12 IDI 11
IDO 12 13 14 IDO 13 IDI 12 13 14 IDI 13
IDO 14 15 16 IDO 15 IDI 14 15 16 IDI 15
EGND 17 18 EGND ECOM0 17 18 ECOM1
NC 19 20 NC ECOM0 19 20 ECOM1
DO 0 12DO 1 DI 0 1 2 DI 1
DO 2 34DO 3 DI 2 3 4 DI 3
DO 4 56DO 5 DI 4 5 6 DI 5
DO 6 78DO 7 DI 6 7 8 DI 7
DO 8 910 DO 9 DI 8 910 DI 9
DO 10 11 12 DO 11 DI 10 11 12 DI 11
DO 12 13 14 DO 13 DI 12 13 14 DI 13
DO 14 15 16 DO 15 DI 14 15 16 DI 15
GND 17 18 GND GND 17 18 GND
NC 19 20 NC NC 19 20 NC
EGND 12EGND
Description of pin use:
IDI 0 120 IDI 1
IDIn (n=0 ~ 15): IDI 2 221 IDI 3
Isolated digital input IDI 4 322 IDI 5
IDOn (n=0 ~ 15): IDI 6 423 IDI 7
Isolated digital output IDI 8 524 IDI 9
ECOMn (n=0~1): IDI 10 625 IDI 11
External common Vcc/GND of IDI IDI 12 726 IDI 13
PCOM (n=0~1):IDI 14 827 IDI 15
Free wheeling common diode for IDO ECOM0 928 ECOM1
EGND: PCOM0 10 29 EGND
External ground for IDO IDO 0 11 30 IDO 1
NC: IDO 2 12 31 IDO 3
Not Connected IDO 4 13 32 IDO 5
IDO 6 14 33 IDO 7
DIn (n=0 ~ 15): IDO 8 15 34 IDO 9
TTL Digital input IDO 10 16 35 IDO 11
DOn (n=0 ~ 15): IDO 12 17 36 IDO 13
TTL Digital output IDO 14 18 37 IDO 15
GND: PCOM1 19
TTL Digital ground

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TTL-level Digital Input/Output
The PCIE-1730H has 16 TTL-level digital inputs and 16 TTL-level digital
outputs. The following figure shows connections to exchange digital
signals with other TTL devices:
Figure 3.2 TTL-level DI/O Connection
If you want to receive an OPEN/SHORT signal from a switch or relay.
See the figure below:
Figure 3.3 Open/Short Connection