Advantech PCI-1780 User manual

Copyright
The 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
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Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable.
However, Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for
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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-1780, 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 website at:
http://www.advantech.com/support
Note:
✎ Concerning environmental protection, to reduce the paper used for the
user’s manual. Starting the page of Appendix C, please use the PDF file
on the CD-ROM or download form support on www.advantech.com.
Part No. 2003178000 1st Edition
Printed in Taiwan Dec 2002
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Contents
1. INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 FEATURES ....................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 APPLICATIONS ................................................................................................................. 3
1.3 INSTALLATION GUIDE ...................................................................................................... 3
1.4 SOFTWARE OVERVIEW..................................................................................................... 5
1.5 DEVICE DRIVERS PROGRAMMING ROADMAP .................................................................. 6
1.6 ACCESSORIES .................................................................................................................. 8
2. INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................... 9
2.1 UNPACKING ..................................................................................................................... 9
2.2 DRIVER INSTALLATION .................................................................................................. 11
2.3 HARDWARE INSTALLATION............................................................................................ 12
2.4 DEVICE SETUP & CONFIGURATION................................................................................ 15
3. SIGNAL CONNECTIONS.................................................................................................. 19
3.1 OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................... 19
3.2 SWITCH AND JUMPER SETTINGS .................................................................................... 19
3.3 SIGNAL CONNECTIONS .................................................................................................. 21
APPENDIX A. SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................ 25
APPENDIX B. BLOCK DIAGRAM ...................................................................................... 27
APPENDIX C. REGISTER STRUCTURE AND FORMAT ............................................... 29
C.1 OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................... 29
C.2 I/O PORT ADDRESS MAP .............................................................................................. 29
C.3 COUNTER 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7 MODE — BASE+00/08/10/18/20/28/30/38H ...................... 36
C.4 COUNTER 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7 LOAD — BASE+02/0A/12/1A/22/2A/32/3AH ................... 39
C.5 COUNTER 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7 HOLD — BASE+04/0C/14/1C/24/2C/34/3CH .................... 40
C.6 COUNTER 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7 COMMAND — BASE+06/0E/16/1E/26/2E/36/3EH ............. 41
C.7 COMMAND ENABLE — BASE+40H ............................................................................. 42
C.8 INTERRUPT CONTROL — BASE+42H........................................................................... 43
C.9 INTERRUPT STATUS — BASE+42H .............................................................................. 43
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C.10 CLEAR INTERRUPT — BASE+44H ............................................................................. 44
C.11 DIGITAL OUTPUT — BASE+48H................................................................................ 44
C.12 DIGITAL INPUT — BASE+48H................................................................................... 44
C.13 BOARD ID — BASE+4EH......................................................................................... 45
C.14 FOUT 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7
CONTROL — BASE + 50~5FH............................................... 46
APPENDIX D. WAVEFORM OF EACH MODE ................................................................. 49
D.1 MODE A WAV E F O R M .................................................................................................... 51
D.2 MODE B WAV E F O R M ..................................................................................................... 52
D.3 MODE C WAV E F O R M ..................................................................................................... 53
D.4 MODE D WAV E F O R M .................................................................................................... 54
D.5 MODE E WAV E F O R M ..................................................................................................... 55
D.6 MODE F WAV E F O R M ..................................................................................................... 56
D.7 MODE G WAV E F O R M .................................................................................................... 57
D.8 MODE H WAV E F O R M .................................................................................................... 58
D.9 MODE I WAV E F O R M ...................................................................................................... 59
D.10 MODE J WAV E F O R M .................................................................................................... 60
D.11 MODE K WAV E F O R M ................................................................................................... 61
D.12 MODE L WAV E F O R M ................................................................................................... 62
D.13 MODE O WAV E F O R M .................................................................................................. 63
D.14 MODE R WAV E F O R M ................................................................................................... 64
D.15 MODE U WAV E F O R M .................................................................................................. 65
D.16 MODE X WAV E F O R M ................................................................................................... 66
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1. Introduction
Thank you for buying the Advantech PCI-1780. The PCI-1780 is a
general purpose multiple channel counter/timer card for the PCI bus. It
targets the AM9513 to implement the counter/timer function by CPLD.
It provides eight 16-bit counter channels and 8 digital outputs and 8
digital inputs. The powerful Advantech-designed counter functions
fulfill your industrial or laboratory application needs.
The following sections of this chapter will provide further information
about features of the multifunction cards, a Quick Start for installation,
together with some brief information on software and accessories for the
PCI-1780 card.
1.1 Features
❏8 independent 16-bit counters
❏8 programmable clock source
❏8 digital TTL outputs and 8 digital TTL inputs
❏Up to 20 MHz input frequency
❏Multiple counter clock source selectable
❏Counter output programmable
❏Counter gate function
❏Flexible interrupt source select
❏Board ID
The Advantech PCI-1780 offers the following main features:
Flexible Counter Modes
The PCI-1780 features up to 12 programmable counter modes, to
provides one shot output, PWM output, periodic interrupt output,
time-delay output, and to measurement the frequency and the pulse
width. The PCI-1780 is an ideal solution for variant counter/timer
applications.
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Special Shielded Cable for Noise Reduction
The PCL-10168 shielded cable is specially designed for the PCI-1780
for reducing noise. Its wires are all twisted pairs, with input signals and
output signals separately shielded, providing minimal cross talk between
signals and offering the best protection against EMI/EMC problems.
Counter mode table:
(N: No gate control, L: Level gate control, E: Edge gate control)
Counter Mode A B C D E F G H I J K L
Special Gate (CM6) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Reload Source (CM5) 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1
Repetition (CM4) 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 1
Gate Control (CM15~CM12) N L E N L E N L E N L E
Count to TC once, then disarm ✓✓✓
Count to TC twice, then disarm ✓✓✓
Count to TC repeatedly without disarming
✓✓✓ ✓✓✓
Gate input dose not gate counter input ✓✓✓✓
Count only during active gate level ✓
✓ ✓ ✓
Start count on active gate edge and stop count on next TC ✓✓
Start count on active gate edge and stop count on second TC
✓ ✓
Start count on active gate edge and stop count on inactive gate edge
Reload counter from Load Register on TC ✓✓✓✓✓✓
Reload counter on each TC, alternating reload source between Load
and Hold Registers ✓✓✓✓✓✓
Counter Mode M N O P Q R S T U V W X
Special Gate (CM6) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Reload Source (CM5) 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1
Repetition (CM4) 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 1
Gate Control (CM15~CM12) N L E N L E N L E N L E
Count to TC once, then disarm ✓✓✓
Count to TC twice, then disarm ✓✓✓
Count to TC repeatedly without disarming
✓✓✓ ✓✓✓
Gate input dose not gate counter input ✓✓✓✓
Count only during active gate level ✓
✓ ✓ ✓
Start count on active gate edge and stop count on next TC ✓✓
Start count on active gate edge and stop count on second TC
✓ ✓
Start count on active gate edge and stop count on inactive gate edge ✓✓✓✓
Reload counter from Load Register on TC ✓✓✓✓✓✓
Reload counter on each TC, alternating reload source between Load
and Hold Registers ✓✓✓✓✓✓
Note: Counter modes M, N, P, Q, S, T, V, Ware identical to A, B, D, E, G, H, J, K.
Note:
✎ For detailed specifications of the PCI-1780, please refer to Appendix A,
Specifications.
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1.2 Applications
❏Event counting
❏One shot output
❏Programmable frequency output
❏Frequency measurement
❏Pulse width measurement
❏PWM output
❏Periodic interrupt generation
❏Time-delay generation
1.3 Installation Guide
Before you install your PCI-1780 card, please make sure you have the
following necessary components:
❏PCI-1780 DA&C card
❏PCI-1780 User’s Manual
❏Driver software Advantech DLL drivers
(included in the companion CD-ROM)
❏Wiring cable PCL-10168 (option)
❏Wiring board ADAM-3968 (option)
❏Computer Personal computer or workstation with a
PCI-bus slot (running Windows 2000/95/98/
NT/ME/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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Start to write your own application
Read examples & driver manual
Use test utility to test hardware
Use driver utility to configure hardware
Install Hardware and power-on PC
Install Driver from CD-ROM, then power-off PC
Fig. 1-1 Installation Flow Chart
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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 utilize the functions of your
PCI-1780 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 can use another option for register-level
programming, although it is 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 Advantech DA&C
cards. Advantech’s device drivers feature 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 code 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 necessary, 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 code is
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 of the Device Drivers Manual to begin your
programming efforts. You can also look at the example source code
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 Driver V2.0a/Device 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 Drivers 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
❏Counter 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 Drivers 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-1780 card. These accessories include:
Wiring Cable
❏PCL-10168 The PCL-10168 shielded cable is specially designed
for PCI-1780 cards to provide 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 analog and digital lines are
separately sheathed and shielded to neutralize
EMI/EMC problems.
Wiring Boards
❏ADAM-3968 The ADAM-3968 is a 68-pin SCSI-II 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-1780 card.
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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-1780 package, please inspect its contents first.
The package should contain the following items:
;PCI-1780 card
;Companion CD-ROM (DLL driver included)
;User’s Manual
The PCI-1780 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:
zTouch the metal part of your computer chassis with your hand to
discharge static electricity accumulated on your body. Or use a
grounding strap.
zTouch the anti-static bag to a metal part of your computer chassis
before opening the bag.
zTake hold of the card only by the metal bracket when removing it
from the bag.
After taking out the card, first you should:
zInspect 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 the local sales representative
immediately. Avoid installing a damaged card into your system.
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Also, pay extra caution to the following aspects to ensure proper
installation:
aAvoid physical contact with materials that could hold static
electricity such as plastic, vinyl and Styrofoam.
aWhenever 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 the 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-1780 card into your system, since this will guarantee a smooth
installation process.
The Advantech Device Drivers Setup program for the PCI-1780 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 the 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 setup.
Fig. 2-2 Different options for Driver Setup
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 V2.0a/Device Driver
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 DLL driver installation is completed, you can now go on to
install the PCI-1780 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-1780 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 DLL driver 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 2.2 Driver Installation.
After the PCI-1780 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-1780 should be listed on the Device
Manager tab on the System Property Page.
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Fig. 2-3 The device name listed in 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 PCI-1780 Utility program that has itself
already been installed on your system during driver setup. A complete
device installation procedure should include board selection and device
setup. After that, you can operate this card through the operation. The
following sections will guide you through the board selection, device
setup and operation of your device.
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2.4 Device Setup & Configuration
The PCI-1780 Utility program is a utility that allows you to setup,
configure and test your device, and later store your settings on the
system registry. These settings will be used when you call the APIs of
Advantech Device Drivers.
Setting Up the Device
Step 1: To install the I/O device for your card, you must first run the
Device Manager program (by accessing Start/Programs/
Advantech Device Drivers V2.0).
Step 2: You can then view the device(s) already installed on your
system (if any) in the Installed Devices list box. Since you haven’t
installed any device yet, you might see a blank list such as the one
below (Fig. 2-4).
Fig. 2-4 The Device Manager dialog box
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Step 3: Scroll down the Supported Devices box to find the device that
you wish to install, then click the Add… button to evoke the
Existing unconfigured PCI-1780 dialog box such as one shown
in Fig. 2-5. The Existing unconfigured PCI-1780 dialog box
lists all the installed devices on your system. Select the device
you want to configure from the list box and press the OK
button.
Fig. 2-5 The “Device(s) Found” dialog box
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