Contec AIO-163202FX-USB User manual

Ver.1.05
AIO-163202FX-USB 1
500KSPS 16-bit
Analog I/O Unit for USB
AIO-163202FX-USB
* Specifications, color and design of the products are subject to change
without notice.
* The contents in this document are subject to change without notice.
* Visit the CONTEC website to check the latest details in the document.
* The information in the data sheets is as of October 2021.
This product is a USB2.0-compliant analog I/O unit that extends the
analog I/O function of USB port of PCs. This product features high-
precision 16bit analog inputs (32channels), high-precision 16bit analog
outputs (2channels), digital I/O (LVTTL level each 8channels), and a
counter (32bit binary, LVTTL level 2channels) function.
This product includes an event controller for integrated management of
control signals by hardware and buffer memory (128K data). Together,
these features provide all you need to build a high-performance PC-
based measurement and control system.
As there is compatible with PCI bus-compatible board ADA16-32/2(PCI)F
and PCI Express bus-compatible board AIO-163202F-PE in terms of
connector shape and pin assignments, it is easy to migrate from the
existing system.
Using the bundled API function library package [API-USBP(WDM)], you
can create Windows application software for this board in your favorite
programming language supporting Win32 API functions, such as Visual
Basic or Visual C/C++.
It can also collect data easily without a program when the data logger
software [C-LOGGER] stored on the attached CD-ROM is used. With
plug-ins for the dedicated libraries, this product also supports MATLAB
and LabVIEW.
Features
Multi-function
The unit contains analog inputs (16bit, 32channels), analog outputs
(16bit, 2channels), digital inputs (LVTTL level 8channels), digital outputs
(LVTTL level 8channels), and counters (32bit binary, LVTTL level
2channels). Combining all these features on one unit allows complex
systems to be implemented even on PCs with USB port only.
Compatible to USB1.1/USB2.0
Compatible to USB1.1/USB2.0 and capable to achieve high speed
transfer at HighSpeed (480 Mbps).
The event controller can be used to implement a wide range of
different sampling control schemes
This product incorporates an event controller for integrated hardware
control. The event controller can use the external control signals and the
events generated by the product functions to start and stop analog
input operation and perform clock control. This enables high-precision
synchronization of the various product functions without requiring
software. Also, each function can be operated separately.
Overview of event controller
Each I/O function can be
synchronized by the
operation starting/stopping
signal and the clock signal
etc. of each I/O function.
Example 1: Synchronize the timing of analog input and analog output
based on an external clock signal.
Example 2: Start analog input operation each time the counter value
reaches a constant one.
Buffer memory for 128K of data available for background processing
The analog inputs and outputs each have their own buffer memory
(128K data) which can be used. The buffer memory can be used as FIFO
or RING form. You can also perform analog input and output in the
background, independent of software and the current status of the PC.
USB HUB function, the CONTEC’s USB supported products (Max. 4)
can be used.
This product has the USB HUB function. Max. 4 AIO-163202FX-USB can
be used in 1 USB port of PC.*5 When you use 4 or more AIO-
163202FX-USB, you can do by connecting AIO-163202FX-USB to the
another USB port of PC side.
Also, you can connect the CONTEC’s USB supported products other
than AIO-163202FX-USB to the USB port of AIO-163202FX-USB. *1*2
Software-based calibration function
Calibration of analog input/output can be all performed by software.
Apart from the adjustment information prepared before shipment,
additional adjustment information can be stored according to the use
environment.
Filter function for easy connection of external signals
The digital input signals, counter input signals, and the external control
signals for analog I/O incorporate a digital filter to prevent problems
such as chattering.
Compatible with PCI / PCI Express bus board and Card Bus PC card in
it’s design. Common connector shape and pin assignment with PCI /
PCI Express bus board and Card Bus PC card.
This product has the common connector shape and pin assignment
with PCI bus board ADA16-32/2(PCI)F, PCI Express bus board AIO-
163202F-PE and Card Bus PC card ADA16-32/2(CB)F *3 so you can use
the common cables and accessories, it is easy to migrate from the
existing system *4.
AIO-163202FX-USB has neither the bus master transfer function nor a synchronous control connectors that
exist in the PCI bus-compatible board ADA16-32/2(PCI)F and the PCI Express bus-compatible board AIO-
163202F-PE. In the system that uses the bus master transfer function and the synchronous control connector,
it is not likely to be able to shift.
Data logger software, Windows compatible driver libraries are
attached.
The attached data logger software [C-LOGGER] enables the graph
display of recorded signal data and file saving without a program. Also,
driver library API-USBP(WDM) that makes it possible to create
applications of Windows is attached.
CAUTION
USB cable USB cable USB cable
USB cable
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Plug-ins for the dedicated libraries, this product also supports
MATLAB and LabVIEW.
We offer a dedicated library [ML-DAQ], which allows you to use this
product on MATLAB by The MathWorks as well as another dedicated
library [VI-DAQ], which allows you to use the product on LabVIEW by
National Instruments. These dedicated libraries are available, free of
charge (downloadable), on our web site.
*1 Do not connect the device other than that of CONTEC’s USB to the USB port included on the AIO-163202FX-
USB. Otherwise, this may cause a failure or malfunction.
*2 When connecting multiple units with USB HUB function and set up them, do one at a time and complete
setup for the previous unit before starting to do the next unit.
*3 When using the optional connector conversion cable ADC-68M/96F.
*4 There are some differences of the specifications between this product and AIO-163202F-PE, ADA16-
32/2(PCI)F and ADA16-32/2(CB)F. For more details on this, refer to “Chapter7, Difference from AIO-163202F-
PE, ADA16-32/2(PCI)F and ADA16-32/2(CB)F”
*4 This product cannot be stacked up for installation.
Specifications
Hardware specification
Item
Specification
Analog input
Isolated specification
Non-isolated
Input type
Single-Ended Input or Differential Input
Number of input channels
32channels (Single-Ended Input) 16channels (Differential Input)
Input range
Bipolar ±10V, ±5V, ±2.5V
or Unipolar 0 - +10V, 0 - +5V, 0 - +2.5V
Absolute max. input voltage
±
15V
Input impedance
1M
Ω
or more
Resolution
16bit
Non-Linearity error *1*2
±5LSB
Conversion speed
2
µ
sec/ch (Max.) *3 [500KSPS]*4
Buffer memory
128K data FIFO or 128K data RING
Conversion start trigger
Software, conversion data compare, external trigger, and event controller
output etc.,
Conversion stop trigger
Settings include data save complete, conversion data compare,
external trigger, event controller output, and software etc.,
External start signal
LVTTL level (Rising or falling edge can be selected by software)
External stop signal
LVTTL level (Rising or falling edge can be selected by software)
External clock signal
LVTTL level (Rising or falling edge can be selected by software)
External status output signal
LVTTL level : 2
Sampling clock output
Analog output
Isolated specification
Non-isolated
Number of output channels
2channels
Output range
Bipolar ±10V, ±5V, ±2.5V, ±1.25V
or Unipolar 0 - +10V, 0 - +5V, 0 - +2.5V
Absolute max. output
current
±5mA
Output impedance
1
Ω
or less
Resolution
16bit
Non-Linearity error *1
±3LSB
Conversion speed
10
µ
sec (Max.) [100KSPS]*4
Buffer memory
128K data FIFO or 128K data RING
Conversion start trigger
Software, external trigger, and event controller output etc.,
Conversion stop trigger
Settings include data save complete, external trigger, event controller output,
and software etc.,
External start signal
LVTTL level (Rising or falling edge can be selected by software)
External stop signal
LVTTL level (Rising or falling edge can be selected by software)
External clock signal
LVTTL level (Rising or falling edge can be selected by software)
External status output signal
LVTTL level : 2
Sampling clock output
Digital I/O
Number of input channels
Non-isolated input 8channels (LVTTL level positive logic)
Number of output channels
Non-isolated output 8channels (LVTTL level positive logic)
Counter
Number of channels
2channels
Counting system
Up count
Max. count
FFFFFFFFh (Binary data, 32bit)
Number of external inputs
LVTTL level : 2 (Gate/Up)/ch,
Gate (High level), Up (Rising edge)
Number of external outputs
LVTTL level : 1/ch,
Count match output (positive logic, pulse output)
Frequency response
10MHz (Max.)
USB
Bus specification
USB Specification 2.0/1.1 standard
USB transfer rate
12Mbps (Full-speed), 480Mbps (High-speed) *5
Power supply
Self power *6
Attached AC adapter
(POA200-20-2)
90 - 264VAC 5.0VDC±5% 2.0A (Max.)
Cable length : about 1.5m, AC Cable length : about 1.5m
Common section
Connector
96-pin half pitch connector [M(male)type]
PCR-96LMD+ [HONDA TSUSHIN KOGYO CO., LTD.] or equivalence to it
Item
Specification
Number of terminals used at
the same time
127 terminals (Max.) *7
Power consumption (Max.)
5VDC 1300mA
Operating condition *8
0 - 50°C, 10 - 90%RH (No condensation)
* When using the attached AC adapter POA200-20-2, it is 0 - 40°C
Physical dimensions (mm)
180(L) x 140(D) x 34(H) (No protrusions)
Weight
400g
Attached cable length
USB Cable 1.8m
Standard
VCCI Class A,
CE Marking (EMC Directive Class A, RoHS Directive)
*1: A linearity error approximately 0.1% of full-range may occur when operated at 0ºC or 50ºC ambient
temperature.
*2: At the time of the source use of a signal which built in the high-speed operational amplifier.
*3: The required time is indicated in the analog to digital translation of one channel. When AD of two or more
channels is converted, time of the a few minutes of the channel is necessary. Conversion time = Number of
conversion channelsx2µsec
*4: SPS = Samplings Per Second. The number of data that can be converted in one second is shown.
*5: The USB transfer speed depends on the host PC environment used (OS and USB host controller).
*6: The supplied current is insufficient in the bus power. Please use the attached AC adaptor (POA200-20-2).
*7: As a USB hub is also counted as one device, you cannot just connect 127 USB terminals.
*8 To suppress the heating, ensure that there are spaces for ventilation (about 5cm) around this product..
AC adapter environmental condition (environmental specification)
Item
Specification
Input voltage range
90 - 264VAC
Rated input current
300mA
Number of frequency
50 - 60Hz
Rated output voltage
5.0VDC
Rated output current
2.0A (Max.)
Dimension (mm)
47.5(W) x 75(D) x 27.3(H) (No protrusions)
Weight
175g
Operating temperature
0 - 40℃
Operating humidity
20 - 80%RH(No condensation)
Life expectancy
4 years at the ambient temperature 40 ºC
(When 100VAC is input and 1.3A is output)
Allowable time of short
interruption
15ms (Max.) (When 100VAC is input and 1.3A is output) *1
Floating dust particles
Not to be excessive
Corrosive gases
None
Voltage corresponding to the
attached AC cable
125VAC 7A
*1 When the short interruption occurs and the defective operation of the equipment is generated, please insert
the power supply of the equipment after pulling out it.
Support Software
Driver Library API-AIO(WDM)
[Stored on the bundled disk driver library API-USBP(WDM)]
The API-AIO(WDM) is the Windows version driver library software that
provides products in the form of Win32 API functions (DLL). Various
sample programs such as Visual Basic and Visual C++, etc and
diagnostic program *1useful for checking operation is provided.
Data Logger Software C-LOGGER
[Stored on the bundled disk driver library API-USBP(WDM)]
C-LOGGER is a data logger software program compatible with our
analog input products. This program enables the graph display of
recorded signal data, zoom observation, file saving, and dynamic
transfer to the spreadsheet software “Excel”. No troublesome
programming is required. For details on the supported operating
systems and applicable languages and to download the latest version,
see the services on the CONTEC website
LabVIEW VI Library for Data Acquisition DAQfast for LabVIEW
(Available for downloading (free of charge) from the CONTEC web
site.)
This is a data collection library to use our devices in the LabVIEW by
National Instruments. With Polymorphic VI, our design enables a
LabVIEW user to operate seamlessly. Our aim is for the customers to
perform easily, promptly what they wish to do.
For more details on the library and download of DAQfast for LabVIEW,
please visit the CONTEC’s Web site.
Data acquisition VI library for LabVIEW VI-DAQ
(Available for downloading (free of charge) from the CONTEC web
site.)
This is a VI library to use in National Instruments LabVIEW. VI-DAQ is
created with a function form similar to that of LabVIEW's Data
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Acquisition VI, allowing you to use various devices without complicated
settings.
For more details on the library and download, please visit the CONTEC’s
Web site.
Data Acquisition library for MATLAB ML-DAQ
(Available for downloading (free of charge) from the CONTEC web
site.)
This is the library software which allows you to use our analog I/O
device products on MATLAB by the MathWorks. Each function is offered
in accordance with the interface which is integrated in MATLAB’s Data
Acquisition Toolbox. For more details on the library and download,
please visit the CONTEC’s Web site.
Cable & Connector
Cable (Option)
Shield Cable with 96-Pin Half-Pitch Connectors at One End
: PCA96PS-0.5P (0.5m)
: PCA96PS-1.5P (1.5m)
Shield Cable with 96-Pin Half-Pitch Connectors at Both Ends
: PCB96PS-0.5P (0.5m)
: PCB96PS-1.5P (1.5m)
Flat Cable with 96-Pin Half-Pitch Connectors at One End
: PCA96P-1.5 (1.5m)
Flat Cable with 96-Pin Half-Pitch Connectors at Both Ends
: PCB96P-1.5 (1.5m)
Accessories
Accessories (Option)
Buffer Amplifier Box for Analog Input Boards (32ch type)
: ATBA-32F *1*2*7
Buffer Amplifier Box for Analog Input Boards (8ch type)
: ATBA-8F *1*2*3*7
Terminal Unit for Cables (M2.5 x 96P) : DTP-64(PC) *1
Screw Terminal Unit (M3.5 x 96P) : EPD-96 *1
Screw Terminal Unit (M3 x 96P) : EPD-96A *1 *5
BNC Terminal Unit (for analog input 32ch)
: ATP-32F *1
BNC Terminal Unit (for analog input 8ch)
: ATP-8 1*3*4
USB I/O Unit Bracket for X Series : BRK-USB-X
AC adapter (input : 90 - 264VAC, output : 5VDC 2.0A)
: POA200-20-2 *6
DC-DC power supply unit (input: 10 - 30VDC, output: 5VDC 3.0A)
: POW-DD10GY
*1 PCB96PS-* optional cable is required separately (0.5mm is recommended).
*2 An external power supply is necessary (optional AC adapter POA200-20 prepared.).
*3 The analog input could have 8 channels to be used.
*4 The digital input can be used up to four points, the digital output up to four points and the counter I/O up to
1 channel.
*5 “Spring-up” type terminal is used to prevent terminal screws from falling off.
*6 It is the same as the one appended to the product. Please buy it necessary for maintenance.
*7 When a buffer amp is connected, the pin assignments are different from those for the connector of this
product. For the pin assignment, refer to the buffer amp's product manual.
* Check the CONTEC’s Web site for more information on these options.
Packing List
Unit [AIO-163202FX-USB] …1
AC adapter …1
AC Cable (for 125VAC) …1
USB cable (1.8m) …1
USB cable attachment on the main unit’s side
(For Mini B connector side) …1
Clamps for prevention of cable on the main unit’s side …1
Disk *1 [API-USBP(WDM)] …1
First step guide … 1
Warranty Certificate …1
Ferrite core …1
Power connector MC1,5/3-ST-3,5 …1
*1 The CD-ROM contains the driver software and User’s Guide (this guide)
Physical Dimensions
POWER
USB
5VDC
Vi-FG Vi+
USB
CN1
180
140
34
[mm]
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Using the Connectors
Connecting to a Connector
To connect an external device to this product, plug the cable from the
device into the interface connector (CN1) of unit shown below.
* Please refer to page 3 for more information on the supported cable and accessories.
Connector Pin Assignment
Pin Assignments of Interface Connector (CN1)
< Single-Ended Input >
CN1
Pin No.
Meaning
Pin No.
Meaning
B48
N.C.
A48
Analog Output 00
B47
N.C.
A47
Analog Ground
B46
N.C.
A46
Analog Output 01
B45
N.C.
A45
Analog Ground
B44
Analog Input 08
A44
Analog Input 00
B43
Analog Input 24
A43
Analog Input 16
B42
Analog Input 09
A42
Analog Input 01
B41
Analog Input 25
A41
Analog Input 17
B40
Analog Ground (for AI)
A40
Analog Ground
B39
Analog Ground (for AI)
A39
Analog Ground
B38
Analog Input 10
A38
Analog Input 02
B37
Analog Input 26
A37
Analog Input 18
B36
Analog Input 11
A36
Analog Input 03
B35
Analog Input 27
A35
Analog Input 19
B34
Analog Ground (for AI)
A34
Analog Ground
B33
Analog Ground (for AI)
A33
Analog Ground
B32
Analog Input 12
A32
Analog Input 04
B31
Analog Input 28
A31
Analog Input 20
B30
Analog Input 13
A30
Analog Input 05
B29
Analog Input 29
A29
Analog Input 21
B28
Analog Ground (for AI)
A28
Analog Ground
B27
Analog Ground (for AI)
A27
Analog Ground
B26
Analog Input 14
A26
Analog Input 06
B25
Analog Input 30
A25
Analog Input 22
B24
Analog Input 15
A24
Analog Input 07
B23
Analog Input 31
A23
Analog Input 23
B22
Analog Ground (for AI)
A22
Analog Ground
B21
Analog Ground (for AI)
A21
Analog Ground
B20
Digital Ground
A20
Digital Ground
B19
N.C.
A19
N.C.
B18
Digital Output 00
A18
Digital Input 00
B17
Digital Output 01
A17
Digital Input 01
B16
Digital Output 02
A16
Digital Input 02
B15
Digital Output 03
A15
Digital Input 03
B14
Digital Output 04
A14
Digital Input 04
B13
Digital Output 05
A13
Digital Input 05
B12
Digital Output 06
A12
Digital Input 06
B11
Digital Output 07
A11
Digital Input 07
B10
AO Control Signal Output 00
A10
AI Control Signal Output 00
B09
AO Control Signal Output 01
A09
AI Control Signal Output 01
B08
Digital Ground
A08
Digital Ground
B07
AO External Sampling Clock Input
A07
AI External Sampling Clock Input
B06
AO External Stop Trigger Input
A06
AI External Stop Trigger Input
B05
AO External Start Trigger Input
A05
AI External Start Trigger Input
B04
Counter UP Clock Input 01
A04
Counter UP Clock Input 00
B03
Reserved
A03
Reserved
B02
Counter Gate Control Input 01
A02
Counter Gate Control Input 00
B01
Counter Output 01
A01
Counter Output 00
* [ ] shows pin numbers specified by HONDA TSUSHIN KOGYO CO., LTD.
Analog Input00 - Analog Input31
Analog input signal. The numbers correspond to channel numbers.
Analog Output00 - Analog Output01
Analog output signal. The numbers correspond to channel numbers.
Analog Ground
Common analog ground for analog I/O signals.
AI External Start Trigger Input
External trigger input for starting analog input sampling.
AI External Stop Trigger Input
External trigger input for stopping analog input sampling.
AI External Sampling Clock Input
External sampling clock input for analog input.
AI Control Signal Output 00
External sampling clock output signal for analog input.
AI Control Signal Output 01
External output signal for analog input status. Not currently
connected.
AO External Start Trigger Input
External trigger input for starting analog output sampling.
AO External Stop Trigger Input
External trigger input for stopping analog output sampling.
AO External Sampling Clock Input
External sampling clock input for analog output.
AO Control Signal Output 00
External sampling clock output signal for analog output.
AO Control Signal Output 01
External output signal for analog output status. Not currently
connected.
Digital Input00 - Digital Input07
Digital input signal.
Digital Output00 - Digital Output07
Digital output signal.
Counter Gate Control Input00 -
Counter Gate Control Input01
Gate control input signal for counter.
Counter Up Clock Input00 -
Counter Up Clock Input01
Count-up clock input signal for counter.
Counter Output00 - Counter Output01
Count match output signal for counter.
Digital Ground
Common digital ground for digital I/O signals, external trigger inputs,
external sampling clock inputs, and counter I/O signals.
Reserved
Reserved pin
N.C.
No connection to this pin.
- Leave "Reserved" pins unconnected. Connecting these pins may cause a fault in the product.
- When the Buffer Amplifier Box is used, pin assignments are different. Refer to the pin assignments for the
connector on the Buffer Amplifier Box.
Pin Assignments of Interface Connector (CN1)
< Differential Input >
CN1
Pin No.
Meaning
Pin No.
Meaning
B48
N.C.
A48
Analog Output 00
B47
N.C.
A47
Analog Ground
B46
N.C.
A46
Analog Output 01
B45
N.C.
A45
Analog Ground
B44
Analog Input 08[+]
A44
Analog Input 00[+]
B43
Analog Input 08[-]
A43
Analog Input 00[-]
B42
Analog Input 09[+]
A42
Analog Input 01[+]
B41
Analog Input 09[-]
A41
Analog Input 01[-]
B40
Analog Ground
A40
Analog Ground
B39
Analog Ground
A39
Analog Ground
B38
Analog Input 10[+]
A38
Analog Input 02[+]
B37
Analog Input 10[-]
A37
Analog Input 02[-]
B36
Analog Input 11[+]
A36
Analog Input 03[+]
B35
Analog Input 11[-]
A35
Analog Input 03[-]
B34
Analog Ground
A34
Analog Ground
B33
Analog Ground
A33
Analog Ground
B32
Analog Input 12[+]
A32
Analog Input 04[+]
B31
Analog Input 12[-]
A31
Analog Input 04[-]
B30
Analog Input 13[+]
A30
Analog Input 05[+]
B29
Analog Input 13[-]
A29
Analog Input 05[-]
B28
Analog Ground
A28
Analog Ground
B27
Analog Ground
A27
Analog Ground
B26
Analog Input 14[+]
A26
Analog Input 06[+]
B25
Analog Input 14[-]
A25
Analog Input 06[-]
B24
Analog Input 15[+]
A24
Analog Input 07[+]
B23
Analog Input 15[-]
A23
Analog Input 07[-]
B22
Analog Ground
A22
Analog Ground
B21
Analog Ground
A21
Analog Ground
B20
Digital Ground
A20
Digital Ground
B19
N.C.
A19
N.C.
B18
Digital Output 00
A18
Digital Input 00
B17
Digital Output 01
A17
Digital Input 01
B16
Digital Output 02
A16
Digital Input 02
B15
Digital Output 03
A15
Digital Input 03
B14
Digital Output 04
A14
Digital Input 04
B13
Digital Output 05
A13
Digital Input 05
B12
Digital Output 06
A12
Digital Input 06
B11
Digital Output 07
A11
Digital Input 07
B10
AO Control Signal Output 00
A10
AI Control Signal Output 00
B09
AO Control Signal Output 01
A09
AI Control Signal Output 01
B08
Digital Ground
A08
Digital Ground
B07
AO External Sampling Clock Input
A07
AI External Sampling Clock Input
B06
AO External Stop Trigger Input
A06
AI External Stop Trigger Input
B05
AO External Start Trigger Input
A05
AI External Start Trigger Input
B04
Counter UP Clock Input 01
A04
Counter UP Clock Input 00
B03
Reserved
A03
Reserved
B02
Counter Gate Control Input 01
A02
Counter Gate Control Input 00
B01
Counter Output 01
A01
Counter Output 00
CAUTION
Interface connector (CN1)
- Connector used
PCR-E96LMD+ [mfd. by HONDA TSUSHIN KOGYO CO.,
LTD.] or equivalence to it
-
Compatible connectors
PCR-E96FA+ [mfd. by HONDA TSUSHIN
KOGYO CO., LTD.] or equivalence to it
A48
B48
A01
B01
[1]
[49]
[48]
[96]
A48
B48
A01
B01
[1]
[49]
[48]
[96]
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Analog Input00 - Analog Input15
Analog input signal. The numbers correspond to channel numbers.
Analog Output00 - Analog Output01
Analog output signal. The numbers correspond to channel numbers.
Analog Ground
Common analog ground for analog I/O signals.
AI External Start Trigger Input
External trigger input for starting analog input sampling.
AI External Stop Trigger Input
External trigger input for stopping analog input sampling.
AI External Sampling Clock Input
External sampling clock input for analog input.
AI Control Signal Output 00
External sampling clock output signal for analog input.
AI Control Signal Output 01
External output signal for analog input status. Not currently
connected.
AO External Start Trigger Input
External trigger input for starting analog output sampling.
AO External Stop Trigger Input
External trigger input for stopping analog output sampling.
AO External Sampling Clock Input
External sampling clock input for analog output.
AO Control Signal Output 00
External sampling clock output signal for analog output.
AO Control Signal Output 01
External output signal for analog output status. Not currently
connected.
Digital Input00 - Digital Input07
Digital input signal.
Digital Output00 - Digital Output07
Digital output signal.
Counter Gate Control Input00 -
Counter Gate Control Input01
Gate control input signal for counter.
Counter Up Clock Input00 -
Counter Up Clock Input01
Count-up clock input signal for counter.
Counter Output00 - Counter Output01
Count match output signal for counter.
Digital Ground
Common digital ground for digital I/O signals, external trigger inputs,
external sampling clock inputs, and counter I/O signals.
Reserved
Reserved pin
N.C.
No connection to this pin.
- Leave "Reserved" pins unconnected. Connecting these pins may cause a fault in the product.
- When the Buffer Amplifier Box is used, pin assignments are different. Refer to the pin assignments for the
connector on the Buffer Amplifier Box.
Analog Input Signal Connection
The procedure for connecting analog signals depends on whether the
analog input signals are single-ended or differential. The sections
below describe how to connect the signals using flat cable and shielded
cable.
Single-ended Input
The following figure shows an example of flat cable connection.
Connect separate signal and ground wires for each analog input
channel on CN1.
Single-ended Input Connection (Flat Cable)
The following figure shows an example of shield cable connection. Use
shielded cable if the distance between the signal source and unit is long
or if you want to provide better protection from noise. For each
analog input channel on CN1, connect the core wire to the signal line
and connect the shielding to ground.
Single-ended Input Connection (Shielded Cable)
- If the signal source contains over 1MHz signals, the signal may effect the cross-talk noise between channels.
- If the unit and the signal source receive noise or the distance between the unit and the signal source is too
long, data may not be input properly.
- An input analog signal should not exceed the maximum input voltage (relate to the product analog ground).
If it exceeds the maximum voltage, the unit may be damaged.
- Connect all the unused analog input channels to analog ground.
- In the channel switching, the multiplexer does the electrical charge and discharge on the internal capacitor
according to the signal voltage. Therefore, the voltage from the previous switching state may go into the
next channel. It might cause the error of the signal source action. If this occurs, insert a high-speed
amplifier as a buffer between the signal source and the analog input pin to reduce the fluctuation.
- An input pin may fail to obtain input data normally when the signal source connected to the pin has high
impedance. If this is the case, change the signal source to one with lower output impedance or insert a
high-speed amplifier buffer between the signal source and the analog input pin to reduce the effect..
Differential Input
The following figure shows an example of flat cable connection. For
each analog input channel on CN1, connect the "+" input to the signal
and connect the "-" input to the signal source ground. Also connect
the analog ground on the unit to the signal source ground.
Differential Input Connection (Flat Cable)
The following figure shows an example of shielded cable connection.
Use shielded cable if the distance between the signal source and unit is
long or if you want to provide better protection from noise. For each
analog input channel on CN1, connect the "+" input to the signal and
connect the "-" input to the signal source ground. Also connect the
analog ground on the unit and the signal source ground to the
shielding.
Differential Input Connection (Shielded Cable)
- If the signal source contains over 1MHz signals, the signal may effect the cross-talk noise between channels.
- When the analog ground is not connected, the conversion data is not determined.
- If the unit and the signal source receive noise or the distance between the unit and the signal source is too
long, data may not be input properly.
- An input analog signal should not exceed the maximum input voltage (relate to the unit analog ground). If
it exceeds the maximum voltage, the unit may be damaged.
- Connect all the unused analog input channels to analog ground.
- In the channel switching, the multiplexer does the electrical charge and discharge on the internal capacitor
according to the signal voltage. Therefore, the voltage from the previous switching state may go into the
next channel. It might cause the error of the signal source action. If this occurs, insert a high-speed
amplifier as a buffer between the signal source and the analog input pin to reduce the fluctuation.
- An input pin may fail to obtain input data normally when the signal source connected to the pin has high
impedance. If this is the case, change the signal source to one with lower output impedance or insert a
high-speed amplifier buffer between the signal source and the analog input pin to reduce the effect.
Analog Output Signal Connection
This section shows how to connect the analog output signal by using a
flat cable or a shield cable. The following figure shows an example of flat
cable connection. Connect the signal source and ground to the CN1
analog output.
Analog Output Connection (Flat Cable)
The following figure shows an example of shield cable connection. Use
shield cable if the distance between the signal source and this product is
long or if you want to provide better protection from noise. For the
CN1 analog output, connect the core wire to the signal line and connect
the shielding to ground.
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Analog Output Connection (Shielded Cable)
- If this product or the connected wire receives noise, or the distance between this product and the target is
long, data may not be outputted properly.
- For analog output signal, the current capacity is ±5mA (Max.). Check the specification of the connected
device before connecting this product.
- Do not short the analog output signal to analog ground, digital ground, and/or power line. Doing so may
damage this product.
- Do not connect an analog output signal to any other analog output, either on this product or on an external
device, as this may cause a fault on this product.
- Analog output signal outputs hundreds of ฀voltages when USB cable is inserted.
Digital I/O signals, Counter signals and Control
signals Connection
The following sections show examples of how to connect digital I/O
signals, counter I/O signals, and other control I/O signals (external
trigger input signals, sampling clock input signals, etc.). All the digital I/O
signals and control signals are LVTTL level signals.
Digital Input Connection
Digital Output Connection
About the counter input control signal
Counter Gate Control Input (refer to the chapter 3 Connector Pin
Assignment) acts as an input that validate or invalidate the input of an
external clock for the counter. This function enables the control of an
external clock input for the counter. The external clock for the counter
is effective when input is "High", and invalid when input is "Low". If
unconnected, it is a pull-up in this product and remains "High".
Therefore the external clock for the counter is effective when the
counter gate control input is not connected.
- Do not short the output signals to analog ground, digital ground, and/or power line. Doing so may
damage the product.
- If connected to each output, a pull-up resistor must be about 10k฀to pull up with a 3.3V power source.
- Each input accepts 5V TTL signals.
Difference from AIO-163202F-PE, ADA16-32/2(PCI)F and ADA16-32/2(CB)F
Item
AIO-163202FX-USB
AIO-163202F-PE
ADA16-32/2(CB)F
ADA16-32/2(PCI)F
Analog input
Buffer memory
128K data FIFO or 128K data RING
64K data FIFO or 64K data RING
External start signal,
External stop signal,
External clock signal
LVTTL level
TTL level
External status output signal
LVTTL level
TTL level
Analog output
Buffer memory
128K data FIFO or 128K data RING
64K data FIFO or 64K data RING
External start signal,
External stop signal,
External clock signal
LVTTL level
TTL level
External status output signal
LVTTL level
TTL level
Digital I/O
Number of input channels
Non-isolated input 8 channels (LVTTL level positive logic)
Non-isolated input 4 channels (LVTTL level
positive logic)
Non-isolated input 8 channels (TTL level positive
logic)
Number of output channels
Non-isolated output 8 channels (LVTTL level positive logic)
Non-isolated output 4 channels (LVTTL level
positive logic)
Non-isolated output 8 channels (TTL level positive
logic)
Counter
Number of channels
2 channels
1 channel
2 channels
Number of external inputs
LVTTL level
TTL level
Number of external outputs
LVTTL level
TTL level
Bus master transfer function
None
Have
Sync signal control connectors
None
Have
None
Connector
96-pin half pitch connector [M (male) type]
68-pin 0.8mm-pitch connector [F (female) type]
*1
96-pin half pitch connector [M(male) type]
Power consumption (Max.)
5VDC 1300mA
3.3VDC 500mA, 12VDC 300mA
3.3VDC 600mA
5VDC 1100mA
Bus specification
USB Specification 2.0/1.1 standard
PCI Express Base Specification Rev. 1.0a x1
PC Card Standard Card Bus
PCI(32bit, 33MHz, Universal key shapes
supported )
Physical dimensions (mm)
180(L) x 140(D) x 34(H) (No protrusions)
169.33(L) x 110.18(H)
85.6(W) x 54.0(D) x 5.0(H) TYPE II
176.41(L) x 105.68(H)
Weight
400g
140g
80g
130g
*1: When you use the optional connector conversion cable ADC-68M/96F, connector is 96-pin half pitch connector [M (male) type].
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