Advantech USB-4711A User manual

USB-4711A
150 kS/s, 12-bit, USB
Multifunction Module
User Manual

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Copyright
The documentation and the software included with this product are copy-
righted 2006 by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved. Advantech
Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make improvements in the products
described in this manual at any time without notice. No part of this man-
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example, CPU speed, Advantech products used, other hardware
and software used, etc.) Note anything abnormal and list any
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returned without proof of the purchase date is not eligible for war-
ranty service.
5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and
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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.
Technical Support and Assistance
Step 1. Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com/support
where you can find the latest information about the product.
Step 2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's cus-
tomer 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, appli-
cation software, etc.)
- A complete description of the problem
- The exact wording of any error messages
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Safety Precaution - Static Electricity
Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the
products from damage.
1. 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.
2. Disconnect power before making any configuration changes. The
sudden rush of power as you connect a jumper or install a card may
damage sensitive electronic components.

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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ..................................................... 2
1.1 Features ............................................................................. 2
1.2 Software Overview............................................................ 3
1.2.1 More on the CD ............................................................. 3
Chapter 2 Installation ....................................................... 6
2.1 Unpacking ......................................................................... 6
2.2 Driver Installation ............................................................. 7
2.3 Hardware Installation ........................................................ 9
2.4 Hardware Uninstallation ................................................... 9
Figure 2.1:Unplug or Eject Hardware Dialog .............. 10
Figure 2.2:Stop a Hardware device dialog box ............ 10
Chapter 3 Signal Connections ........................................ 12
3.1 Overview ......................................................................... 12
3.2 I/O Connectors ................................................................ 12
3.2.1 Pin Assignment ............................................................ 12
Figure 3.1:I/O Connector Pin Assignment .................. 13
3.2.2 I/O Connector Signal Description ................................ 14
Table 3.1:I/O Connector Signal Description ............... 14
3.2.3 LED Indicator Status Description ................................ 15
Table 3.2:LED Indicator Status Description ................ 15
3.3 Analog Input Connections............................................... 16
3.3.1 Single-ended Channel Connections ............................. 16
Figure 3.2:Single-Ended Input Channel Connection ... 16
3.3.2 Differential Input Connections .................................... 17
Figure 3.3:Differential Input Channel Connection ...... 17
3.4 Analog Output Connections (Voltage)............................ 18
Figure 3.4:Analog Output Channel Connections ......... 18
3.5 Trigger Source Connections............................................ 18
3.5.1 Internal Pacer Trigger Connection ............................... 18
3.5.2 External Trigger Source Connection ........................... 18
3.6 Field Wiring Considerations ........................................... 19
Appendix A Specifications ................................................. 22
A.1 Analog Input.................................................................... 22
A.2 Analog Output ................................................................. 22
A.3 Non-Isolated Digital Input/Output .................................. 23
A.4 Event/Frequency Input .................................................... 23
A.5 Pulse Output .................................................................... 23
A.6 General ............................................................................ 23

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CHAPTER
1
Introduction
This chapter will provide information
on the features of the DAS module, a
quick start guide for installation, and
some brief information on software and
accessories for USB-4711A Module.
Sections include:
• Features
• Software Overview

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for buying the Advantech USB-4711A data acquisition mod-
ule. The Advantech USB-4711A 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 Features
USB-4711A has the most requested measurement & control functions:
• 16 single-ended/ 8 differential or combination analog input channels
• 12-bit resolution A/D converter, with up to 150 kS/s sampling rate
• 8 digital input & 8 digital output channels (TTL Level)
• 2 analog output channels
• 16-bit programmable counter/timer x 1
• Pulse output channel x 1
• Programmable gain for each analog input channel
• Automatic channel/gain scanning
• Onboard 1K samples FIFO buffer for AI channels
• Bus-powered
• Device status LED indicator
• Removable on-module wiring terminal
• Supports high-speed USB 2.0
• Auto calibration function
• Hot swappable
Note: The USB chip on your system may have a limitation on
the number of USB devices it will support. Normally,
only five USB-4711A devices can be supported.
Note: The power output of an USB port is 500 mA, while the
USB-4711A requires 360 mA (typical). This means that
if an USB hub is used, it will need an external power
supply to support more than one USB-4711A device.

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1.2 Software Overview
Advantech offers a rich set of DLL drivers, third-party driver support and
application software on the companion CD-ROM to help fully exploit the
functions of your device. Advantech’s Device Drivers feature a complete
I/O function library to help boost your application performance and work
seamlessly with development tools such as Visual C++, Visual Basic,
Inprise C++ Builder, and Inprise Delphi.
1.2.1 More on the CD
For instructions on how to begin programming in each development tool,
Advantech offers some tutorial chapters in the Device Drivers Manual for
your reference. Please refer to the corresponding sections in these chap-
ters on the Device Drivers Manual to begin your programming efforts.
You can also look at the example source code provided for each program-
ming tool, since they can get you very well oriented.
The Device Drivers Manual can be found on the companion CD-ROM.
Alternatively, if you have already installed the Device Drivers on your
system, The Device Drivers Manual can be readily accessed through the
Start button:
Start/Programs/Advantech Automation/Advantech Device Manager /
Device Driver’s Manual
After you install the examples, (in CD-ROM:\Example\) the example
source code can be found under the corresponding installation folder such
as the default installation path:
\Program Files\Advantech\ADSAPI\Examples

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