Advantech PCI-1730 User manual

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Copyright
This documentation and the software included with this product are
copyrighted 2002 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
manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted in any form or
by any means without the prior written permission of Advantech Co., Ltd.
Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable.
However, Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for
any infringements of the rights of third parties which may result from its
use.
Acknowledgments
PC-LabCard is a trademark of Advantech Co., Ltd. IBM and PC are
trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. MS-DOS,
Windows, Microsoft Visual C++ and Visual BASIC are trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation. Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel
Corporation. Delphi and C++ Builder are trademarks of Inprise
Corporation.
CE notification
The PCI-1730/1733/1734, developed by ADVANTECH CO., LTD., 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.
On-line Technical Support
For technical support and service, please visit our support web site
Note:
✎ Concerning the environment protection, we’d like to reduce the paper
using for the user’s manual. Starting the page of Appendix C, please find
the PDF file of the CD-ROM.
Part No. 2003173000 1st Edition
Printed in Taiwan April 2002

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Contents
1. INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................1
1.1 FEATURES........................................................................................................................ 1
1.2 APPLICATIONS .................................................................................................................5
1.3 INSTALLATION GUIDE...................................................................................................... 5
1.4 SOFTWARE OVERVIEW..................................................................................................... 7
1.5 DEVICE DRIVERS PROGRAMMING ROADMAP..................................................................8
1.6 ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................................ 10
2. INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................. 11
2.1 UNPACKING................................................................................................................... 11
2.2 DRIVER INSTALLATION..................................................................................................13
2.3 HARDWARE INSTALLATION............................................................................................14
2.4 DEVICE SETUP & CONFIGURATION................................................................................ 17
3. SIGNAL CONNECTIONS.................................................................................................. 21
3.1 OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................... 21
3.2 SWITCH AND JUMPER SETTINGS.................................................................................... 21
3.3 SIGNAL CONNECTIONS ..................................................................................................26
APPENDIX A. SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................ 37
APPENDIX B. BLOCK DIAGRAM ......................................................................................41
APPENDIX C. REGISTER STRUCTURE AND FORMAT............................................... 45
C.1 OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................... 45
C.2 I/O PORT ADDRESS MAP .............................................................................................. 45
C.3 ISOLATED DIGITAL INPUT REGISTERS -- BASE+0H/1H (/2H/3H)................................ 49
C.4 ISOLATED DIGITAL OUTPUT REGISTER- BASE+0H/1H (/2H/3H) ................................ 50
C.5 NON-ISOLATED DIGITAL INPUT REGISTERS -- BASE+2H/3H....................................... 51
C.6 NON-ISOLATED DIGITAL OUTPUT REGISTER- BASE+2H/3H .......................................51
C.7 BOARD ID — BASE+4H .............................................................................................52
C.8 INTERRUPT STATUS REGISTER — BASE+8H/CH/10H.................................................53
C.9 INTERRUPT CONTROL REGISTER — BASE+8H/CH/10H.............................................55

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1. Introduction
Thank you for buying the Advantech PCI-1730/1733/1734. The
Advantech PCI-1730/1733/1734 is a 32-channel isolated digital
input/output card for the PCI bus.
For easy monitoring, each isolated digital input channel is equipped
with one red LED, and each isolated digital output channel is equipped
with one green LED to show its ON/OFF status. The PCI-1730 and PCI-
1733’s isolated digital input channels are ideal for digital input in noisy
environments or with floating potentials.
The PCI-1730/1733/1734 provides specific functions for different user
requirements:
PCI-1730 32-channel Isolated Digital I/O Card
PCI-1733 32-channel Isolated Digital Input Card
PCI-1734 32-channel Isolated Digital Output Card
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 PCI-1730/1733/1734 card.
1.1 Features
PCI-1730
❏Compatible as PCL-730
❏32 isolated DIO channels (16 inputs and 16 outputs)
❏32 TTL-level DIO channels (16 inputs and 16 outputs)
❏High output driving capacity
❏High-voltage isolation on isolated I/O channels (2,500 VDC)
❏Interrupt handling capability
❏Two 20-pin connectors for isolated digital I/O channels and two for
TTL digital I/O channels
❏D-type connector for isolated input and output channels
❏Output status read-back

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❏Keep digital output values when hot system reset
❏High ESD protection (2,000 VDC)
❏High over-voltage protection (70 VDC)
❏Wide input range (5 ~ 30 VDC)
❏Board ID
PCI-1733
❏Compatible as PCL-733
❏32 isolated Digital Input channels
❏High output driving capacity
❏High-voltage isolation on isolated Input channels (2,500 VDC)
❏Interrupt handling capability
❏D-type connector for isolated input channels
❏High ESD protection (2,000 VDC)
❏High over-voltage protection (70 VDC)
❏Wide input range (5 ~ 30 VDC)
❏Board ID
PCI-1734
❏Compatible as PCL-734
❏32 isolated Digital Output channels
❏High output driving capacity
❏High-voltage isolation on isolated Output channels (2,500 VDC)
❏D-type connector for isolated input and output channels
❏Output status read-back
❏Keep digital output values when hot system reset
❏High ESD protection (2,000 VDC)
❏Board ID

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The Advantech PCI-1730/1733/1734 offers the following main features:
Fully compatible as its ISA-bus product
All the specifications, connectors, pin-assignments, registries format
are the same. Users can upgrade their system into PCI bus without
change any existed wiring system.
For the existed Windows application program:
Users just need to remove the PCL-730/733/734 via the 'Device
Manager', then install the PCI-1730/1733/1734 for instead (the device
number must be the same). After that, user's original windows
application program can work with PCI-1730/1733/1734 properly.
For the existed DOS application program:
Users just need to add some statements (to get the PCI bus PCI-
1730/1733/1734 card's address and IRQ information) from our PCI-
1730/1733/1734 DOS example program into their original DOS
application program. After that, user's original DOS application
program can work with PCI-1730/1733/1734 properly.
Robust Protection
The PCI-1730/1733 digital input channels feature a robust isolation
protection for industrial, lab and machinery automation applications. It
durably withstands voltage up to 2,500 VDC, preventing your host
system from any incidental harms. If connected to an external input
source with surge-protection, the PCI-1730/1733/1734 can offer up to a
maximum of 2,000 VDC ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) protection. Even
with an input voltage rising up to 70 VDC, the PCI-1730/1733 can still
manage to work properly albeit only for short period of time.
Wide Input Range
The PCI-1730/1733 has a wide range of input voltage from 5 to 30 VDC,
and it is suitable for most industrial applications with 12 VDC, 24 VDC
input voltage.

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Reset Protection Fulfills Requirement for Industrial Applications
When the system has undergone a hot reset (i.e. without turning off the
system power), the PCI-1730/1734 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.
Plug-and-Play Function
The PCI-1730/1733/1734 is a Plug-and-Play device, which fully
complies with PCI Specification Rev 2.2. 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.
Board ID
The PCI-1730/1733/1734 has a built-in DIP Switch that helps define
each card’s ID when multiple PCI-1730/1733/1734 cards have been
installed on the same PC chassis. The board ID setting function is very
useful when users build their system with multiple PCI-1730/1733/1734
cards. With correct Board ID settings, you can easily identify and access
each card during hardware configuration and software programming.
Note:
✎ For detailed specifications of the PCI-1730/1733/1734, please refer to
Appendix A, Specifications.

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1.2 Applications
❏Industrial ON/OFF control
❏Switch status sensing
❏BCD interfacing
❏Digital I/O control
❏Industrial and lab automation
❏Laboratory & Education
1.3 Installation Guide
Before you install your PCI-1730/1733/1734 card, please make sure you
have the following necessary components:
❏PCI-1730/1733/1734 card
❏PCI-1730/1733/1734 User’s Manual
❏Driver software Advantech DLL drivers
(included in the companion CD-ROM)
❏Wiring cable PCL-10137 (option)
❏Wiring board PCLD-880, ADAM-3937 (option)
❏Computer Personal computer or workstation with a
PCI-bus slot (running Windows 2000/95/
98/ME/NT/XP)
Some other optional components are also available for enhanced
operation:
❏Application software ActiveDAQ, GeniDAQ or other third-party
software packages
After you get the necessary components and maybe some of the
accessories for enhanced operation of your Multifunction card, you can
then begin the Installation procedures. Figure 1-1 on the next page
provides a concise flow chart to give users a broad picture of the
software and hardware installation procedures:

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Fig. 1-1 Installation Flow Chart
Install Driver from CD-ROM, then power-off PC
Install Hardware and power-on PC
Use driver utility to configure hardware
Use test utility to test hardware
Read examples & driver manual
Start to write your own application

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1.4 Software Overview
Advantech offers a rich set of DLL drivers, third-party driver support
and application software to help fully exploit the functions of your PCI-
1730/1733/1734 card:
●Device Drivers (on the companion CD-ROM)
●LabVIEW driver
●Advantech ActiveDAQ
●Advantech GeniDAQ
Programming choices for DA&C cards: You may use Advantech
application software such as Advantech Device Drivers. On the other
hand, advanced users are allowed another option for register-level
programming, although not recommended due to its laborious and time-
consuming nature.
Device Drivers
The Advantech Device Drivers software is included on the companion
CD-ROM at no extra charge. It also comes with all the Advantech
DA&C cards. Advantech’s DLL driver features a complete I/O
function library to help boost your application performance. The
Advantech Device Drivers for Windows 2000/95/98/ME/NT/XP works
seamlessly with development tools such as Visual C++, Visual Basic,
Inprise C++ Builder and Inprise Delphi.
Register-level Programming
Register-level programming is reserved for experienced programmers
who find it necessary to write codes directly at the level of device
registers. Since register-level programming requires much effort and
time, we recommend that you use the Advantech Device Drivers
instead. However, if register-level programming is indispensable, you
should refer to the relevant information in Appendix C, Register
Structure and Format, or to the example codes included on the
companion CD-ROM.

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1.5 Device Drivers Programming Roadmap
This section will provide you a roadmap to demonstrate how to build
an application from scratch using Advantech Device Drivers with your
favorite development tools such as Visual C++, Visual Basic, Delphi
and C++ Builder. The step-by-step instructions on how to build your
own applications using each development tool will be given in the
Device Drivers Manual. Moreover, a rich set of example source codes
are also given for your reference.
Programming Tools
Programmers can develop application programs with their favorite
development tools:
❏Visual C++
❏Visual Basic
❏Delphi
❏C++ Builder
For instructions on how to begin programming works in each
development tool, Advantech offers a Tutorial Chapter in the Device
Drivers Manual for your reference. Please refer to the corresponding
sections in this chapter on the Device Drivers Manual to begin your
programming efforts. You can also take a look at the example source
codes provided for each programming tool, since they can get you very
well-oriented.
The Device Drivers Manual can be found on the companion CD-ROM.
Or 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 Device Driver V1.5/Driver Manual
The example source codes could be found under the corresponding
installation folder such as the default installation path:
\Program Files\Advantech\ADSAPI\Examples

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For information about using other function groups or other
development tools, please refer to the Creating Windows 95/NT/2000
Application with Device Driver chapter and the Function Overview
chapter on the Device Drivers Manual.
Programming with Device Drivers Function Library
Advantech Device Drivers offers a rich function library to be utilized
in various application programs. This function library consists of
numerous APIs that support many development tools, such as Visual
C++, Visual Basic, Delphi and C++ Builder.
According to their specific functions or services, those APIs can be
categorized into several function groups:
❏Digital Input/Output Function Group
❏Port Function Group (direct I/O)
❏Event Function Group
For the usage and parameters of each function, please refer to the
Function Overview chapter in the Device Drivers Manual.
Troubleshooting Device Driver Error
Driver functions will return a status code when they are called to
perform a certain task for the application. When a function returns a
code that is not zero, it means the function has failed to perform its
designated function. To troubleshoot the Device Drivers error, you can
pass the error code to DRV_GetErrorMessage function to return the
error message. Or you can refer to the Device Drivers Error Codes
Appendix in the Device Drivers Manual for a detailed listing of the
Error Code, Error ID and the Error Message.

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1.6 Accessories
Advantech offers a complete set of accessory products to support the
PCI-1730/1733/1734 card. These accessories include:
Wiring Cable
❏PCL-10137 The PCL-10137 shielded cable is specially designed
for PCI-1730/1733/1734 cards to provide high
resistance to noise. To achieve a 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 analog and
digital lines are separately sheathed and shielded to
neutralize EMI/EMC problems.
Wiring Boards
❏ADAM-3937 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 PCI-1730/1733/1734 card.
❏PCLD-880 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.
All the specifications, connectors, pin-assignments, registries format
are the same. Users can upgrade their system into PCI bus without
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2. Installation
This chapter gives users a package item checklist, proper instructions
about unpacking and step-by-step procedures for both driver and card
installation.
2.1 Unpacking
After receiving your PCI-1730/1733/1734 package, please inspect its
contents first. The package should contain the following items:
!PCI-1730/1733/1734 card
!Companion CD-ROM (Device Drivers included)
!User’s Manual
The PCI-1730/1733/1734 card harbors certain electronic components
vulnerable to electrostatic 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 opening 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 components, etc.). If the card is visibly damaged, please
notify our service department or our local sales representative
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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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2.2 Driver Installation
We recommend you to install the driver before you install the PCI-
1730/1733/1734 card into your system, since this will guarantee a
smooth installation process.
The Advantech Device Driver Setup program for the PCI-
1730/1733/1734 card is included on the companion CD-ROM that is
shipped with your DA&C card package. Please follow the steps below
to install the driver software:
Step 1: Insert the companion CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
Step 2: The Setup program will be launched automatically if you have
the autoplay function enabled on your system. When the Setup
Program is launched, you’ll see the following Setup Screen.
Note:
✎ If the autoplay function is not enabled on your computer, use Windows
Explorer or Windows Run command to execute SETUP.EXE on the
companion CD-ROM.
Fig. 2-1 The Setup Screen of Advantech Automation Software

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Step 3: Select the Individual Drivers option.
Step 4: Select the specific device then just follow the installation
instructions step by step to complete your device driver
installation and setup.
Fig. 2-2 Different options for Driver Installation
For further information on driver-related issues, an online version of
Device Drivers Manual is available by accessing the following path:
Start/Programs/Advantech Device Drivers V1.5/ Device Drivers
Manual
2.3 Hardware Installation
Note:
✎ Make sure you have installed the driver first before you install the card
(please refer to 2.2 Driver Installation)
After the device driver installation is completed, you can now go on to
install the PCI-1730/1733/1734 card in any PCI slot on your computer.
But it is suggested that you should refer to the computer user manual or
related documentation if you have any doubt. Please follow the steps
below to install the card on your system.

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Step 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.
Step 2: Remove the cover of your computer.
Step 3: Remove the slot cover on the back panel of your computer.
Step 4: Touch the metal part on the surface of your computer to
neutralize the static electricity that might be on your body.
Step 5: Insert the PCI-1730/1733/1734 card into a PCI 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.
Step 6: Fasten the bracket of the PCI card on the back panel rail of the
computer with screws.
Step 7: Connect appropriate accessories (37-pin cable, wiring terminals,
etc. if necessary) to the PCI card.
Step 8: Replace the cover of your computer chassis. Re-connect the
cables you removed in step 2.
Step 9: Plug in the power cord and turn on the computer .
Note:
✎ In case you installed the card without installing the Device Drivers first,
Windows 95/98/ME will recognize your card as an “unknown device” after
rebooting, and will prompt you to provide the necessary driver. You should
ignore the prompting messages (just click the Cancel button) and set up the
driver according to the steps described in 2.4 Driver Installation.
After the PCI-1730/1733/1734 card is installed, you can verify whether
it is properly installed on your system in the Device Manager:
1. Access the Device Manager through Control Panel/System/Device
Manager.
2. The device name of the PCI-1730/1733/1734 should be listed on the
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Fig. 2-3 The device name listed on the Device Manager
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.
After your card is properly installed on your system, you can now
configure your device using the Device Installation 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.