Contec ADI12-16(PCI) User manual

PC-HELPER
Isolated high-functional
Analog Input Board for PCI
ADI12-16(PCI)
User’s Guide
CONTEC CO., TD.

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Product Configuration List
- Board [ADI12-16(PCI)] …1
- First step guide …1
- CD-ROM *1 [API-PAC(W32)]…1
*1 The CD-ROM contains the driver software and User’s Guide (this guide)
Board CD-ROM
[API-PAC(W32)]
First step guide

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Copyright
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Regardless of the foregoing statement, CONTEC assumes no responsibility for any errors that may
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Table of Contents
Check Your Package.................................................................................................................................... i
Copyright .....................................................................................................................................................ii
Trademarks ..................................................................................................................................................ii
Table of Contents.......................................................................................................................................iii
1. BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT 1
About the Board .......................................................................................................................................... 1
Features................................................................................................................................................. 1
Support Software.................................................................................................................................. 2
Cable & Connector (Option)............................................................................................................ 3
Accessories (Option) ........................................................................................................................ 3
Customer Support........................................................................................................................................ 4
Web Site................................................................................................................................................ 4
Limited Three-Years Warranty.................................................................................................................. 4
How to Obtain Service................................................................................................................................ 4
Liability........................................................................................................................................................ 4
Safety Precautions....................................................................................................................................... 5
Safety Information............................................................................................................................... 5
Handling Precautions........................................................................................................................... 6
Environment......................................................................................................................................... 7
Inspection.............................................................................................................................................. 7
Storage .................................................................................................................................................. 7
Disposal ................................................................................................................................................ 7
2. SETUP 9
What is Setup?............................................................................................................................................. 9
Using the Board under Windows Using the Driver Library API-PAC(W32)................................ 9
Using the Board under Windows Using Software Other than the Driver Library API-
PAC(W32)............................................................................................................................................ 9
Using the Board under an OS Other than Windows.......................................................................10
Step 1 Installing the Software..................................................................................................................11
About the driver to be used............................................................................................................... 11
Starting the Install Program..............................................................................................................12
Select API-AIO(WDM).....................................................................................................................13
Select API-AIO(98/PC).....................................................................................................................14
Step 2 Setting the Hardware.....................................................................................................................16
Parts of the Board and Factory Defaults.......................................................................................... 16
Setting the Board ID .......................................................................................................................... 17
Setting the interrupt signal resource.................................................................................................17
Setting the Analog Input ................................................................................................................... 18

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Plugging the Board............................................................................................................................ 21
Step 3 Installing the Hardware................................................................................................................. 22
Turning on the PC.............................................................................................................................. 22
When Using API-AIO(WDM)............................................................................................................. 22
When Using API-AIO(98/PC).............................................................................................................. 25
Step 4 Initializing the Software................................................................................................................ 28
When Using API-AIO(WDM) ........................................................................................................... 28
When Using API-AIO(98/PC) ........................................................................................................... 30
Step 5 Checking Operations with the Diagnosis Program.....................................................................31
What is the Diagnosis Program? ...................................................................................................... 31
Check Method.................................................................................................................................... 31
Using the Diagnosis Program for Use of API-AIO(WDM)........................................................... 32
Using the Diagnosis Program for Use of API-AIO(98/PC).............................................................. 35
Setup Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................. 38
Symptoms and Actions...................................................................................................................... 38
If your problem cannot be resolved.................................................................................................. 38
3. EXTERNAL CONNECTION 39
Using the On-board Connectors............................................................................................................... 39
Connecting a Device to a Connector................................................................................................ 39
Connector Pin Assignment................................................................................................................ 41
Analog Input Signal Connection.............................................................................................................. 43
Single-ended Input............................................................................................................................. 43
Differential Input ............................................................................................................................... 44
Current Input...................................................................................................................................... 45
Digital I/O signals and Control signals Connection............................................................................... 46
Connecting the input signal .............................................................................................................. 46
Connecting the output signal ............................................................................................................ 48
Surge Voltage Countermeasures ...................................................................................................... 50
4. FUNCTIONS 51
Analog Input Function.............................................................................................................................. 51
1. Setting the Conversion Conditions .............................................................................................. 52
2. Starting/Stopping Operation......................................................................................................... 57
3. Monitoring the Status and Acquiring Data.................................................................................. 58
4. Reset ............................................................................................................................................... 61
Digital Input Function............................................................................................................................... 62
Digital Output Function............................................................................................................................ 63
5. ABOUT SOFTWARE 65
CD-ROM Directory Structure.................................................................................................................. 65
About Software for Windows .................................................................................................................. 66

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When using the API-AIO(WDM)............................................................................................................67
Accessing the Help File.....................................................................................................................67
Using Sample Programs....................................................................................................................68
When using the API-AIO(98/PC)............................................................................................................70
Accessing the Help File.....................................................................................................................70
Using Sample Programs....................................................................................................................71
Using the Utility Program................................................................................................................. 73
Uninstalling the Driver Libraries............................................................................................................. 75
About Software for Linux......................................................................................................................... 78
Driver Software Install Procedure.................................................................................................... 78
Accessing the Help File.....................................................................................................................79
Using Sample Programs....................................................................................................................79
Uninstalling the driver....................................................................................................................... 79
6. ABOUT HARDWARE 81
For detailed technical information...........................................................................................................81
Hardware specification............................................................................................................................. 82
Block Diagram........................................................................................................................................... 83
Timing of Sampling Control Signals....................................................................................................... 84
Digital Filter....................................................................................................................................... 85
Control Signal Delay Time ............................................................................................................... 85
About Calibration...................................................................................................................................... 86

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1. Before Using the Product
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1. Before Using the Product
About the Board
ADI12-16(PCI) is PCI-compliant interface boards that convert analog input signals to digital
equivalents (performing analog-to-digital conversion).
ADI12-16(PCI) can perform A-D conversion at a conversion speed of 20µsec per channel and a
resolution of 12-bit.
Using the bundled driver library [API-PAC(W32)], 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++.
Features
Bus-isolation by an optocoupler
PC and external I/O circuit is isolated from each other by an optocoupler, offering good noise immunity.
Sixteen single-ended channels and eight differential channels (Analog input function)
Either board allows the single-ended or differential input mode to be selected with on-board jumpers.
The order of channels subject to signal conversion can be preset in the dedicated register.
On-board buffer memory (Analog input function)
The board has buffer memory available as a FIFO or ring buffer to hold 256 kilobytes of data. This
enables sampling to be executed in the background independently of the processing power of the PC.
Assorted sampling control functions (Analog input function)
The board can control the starting and stopping of sampling not only with software commands but also
by detecting analog signal strength or digital signals. The board offers a choice of sampling clocks
selectable to determine the sampling speed: the internal sampling clock using the on-board clock
generator and the external sampling clock using the digital signal input from an external device.
Digital input/output function
The board has optocoupler isolation open-collector output (sink type) digital output 4 channels,
optocoupler isolation input (corresponding to sink output) digital input 4 channels and can monitor,
control the external device.
Software-based calibration function
Calibration of analog input 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.
Abundant optional units
Optional units are available for enhancements.
Using optional units enhances board functions and facilitates connections.

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For more details on the option, please refer to this chapter “Cable & Connector” or
“Accessories (Option)”.
Support Software
You should use CONTEC support software according to your purpose and development environment.
Windows version of analog I/O driver API-AIO(WDM) / API-AIO(98/PC)
[Stored on the bundled CD-ROM driver library API-PAC(W32)]
The API-AIO(WDM) / API-AIO(98/PC) 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.
For more details on the supported OS, applicable language and new information, please visit the CONTEC’s Web site.
Linux version of analog I/O driver API-AIO(LNX)
[Stored on the bundled CD-ROM driver library API-PAC(W32)]
The API-AIO(LNX) is the Linux version driver software which provides device drivers (modules) by shared library
and kernel version. Various sample programs of gcc are provided.
For more details on the supported OS, applicable language and new information, 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 Acquisition VI, allowing you to use
various devices without complicated settings.
For more details on the library and download of VI-DAQ, please visit the CONTEC’s Web site.

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Cable & Connector (Option)
Flat Cable with One 37-pin D-SUB Connector : PCA37P-1.5 (1.5m)
Shielded Cable with One 37-pin D-SUB Connector : PCA37PS-0.5P (0.5m)
: PCA37PS-1.5P (1.5m)
Flat Cable with Two 37-pin D-SUB Connectors : PCB37PS-1.5(1.5m)
Shielded Cable with Two 37-pin D-SUB Connectors : PCB37PS-0.5P (0.5m)
: PCB37PS-1.5P (1.5m)
Flat Cable with One 15-pin D-SUB Connector : PCA15P-1.5 (1.5m)
Flat Cable with Two 15-pin D-SUB Connectors : PCB15P-1.5 (1.5m)*1
Coaxial Cable for Single-ended Inputs (16 channels) : PCC16PS-1.5 (1.5m)
: PCC16PS-3 (3m)
2 Wires Shielded Cable for Differential Inputs (8 channels) : PCD8PS-1.5 (1.5m)
: PCD8PS-3 (3m)
Flat Cable with 1 Sided 16-Pin Header Connector (1.5m) : DT/E1
Conversion Cable (16Pin to 15Pin) with Bracket : DT-E3
37-pin Male Connector Set (5 Pieces) : CN5-D37M
*1 For FTP-15 only
Accessories (Option)
Termination panel with Screw Terminals for Spade Lugs(M3 screw, 37points)
: DTP-3A *2
Termination panel with Screw Terminals(M2.6 screw, 37points) : DTP-4A *2
Screw Terminal(M3 screw, 37points) : EPD-37A *2*3
Screw Terminal(M3.5 screw, 37points) : EPD-37 *2
Termination panel for Digital I/O on Analog Multi-function Boards : FTP-15 *4
Termination panel with BNC connectors for Analog Multi-function Boards(Analog Input 16ch)
: ATP-16 *2
8ch-Isolation Accessory Board for Analog Inputs : ATII-8C *2*5
Low pass filter expansion board : ATLF-8A *2*5
Buffer amplifier termination panel for analog multi-function box(16ch type) : ATBA-16E*2
*2 A PCB37P or PCB37PS optional cable is required separately.
*3 “Spring-up” type terminal is used to prevent terminal screws from falling off.
*4 A DT-E3 and PCB15P-1.5 optional cable is required separately.
*5 External Power supply is required separately.
* Check the CONTEC’s Web site for more information on these options.

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Customer Support
CONTEC provides the following support services for you to use CONTEC products more efficiently
and comfortably.
Web Site
https://www.contec.com/
Latest product information
CONTEC provides up-to-date information on products.
CONTEC also provides product manuals and various technical documents in the PDF.
Free download
You can download updated driver software and differential files as well as sample programs available in
several languages.
Note! For product information
Contact your retailer if you have any technical question about a CONTEC product or need its price,
delivery time, or estimate information.
Limited Three-Years Warranty
CONTEC Interface products are warranted by CONTEC CO., LTD. to be free from defects in material
and workmanship for up to three years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
Repair will be free of charge only when this device is returned freight prepaid with a copy of the
original invoice and a Return Merchandise Authorization to the distributor or the CONTEC group
office, from which it was purchased.
This warranty is not applicable for scratches or normal wear, but only for the electronic circuitry and
original products. The warranty is not applicable if the device has been tampered with or damaged
through abuse, mistreatment, neglect, or unreasonable use, or if the original invoice is not included, in
which case repairs will be considered beyond the warranty policy.
How to Obtain Service
For replacement or repair, return the device freight prepaid, with a copy of the original invoice. Please
obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization number (RMA) from the CONTEC group office where you
purchased before returning any product.
* No product will be accepted by CONTEC group without the RMA number.
Liability
The obligation of the warrantor is solely to repair or replace the product. In no event will the
warrantor be liable for any incidental or consequential damages due to such defect or consequences that
arise from inexperienced usage, misuse, or malfunction of this device.

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Safety Precautions
Understand the following definitions and precautions to use the product safely.
Safety Information
This document provides safety information using the following symbols to prevent accidents resulting
in injury or death and the destruction of equipment and resources. Understand the meanings of these
labels to operate the equipment safely.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION

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Handling Precautions
Do not use the product where it is exposed to flammable or corrosive gas. Doing so may result in
an explosion, fire, electric shock, or failure.
- There are switches and jumpers on the board that need to be set in advance.
Be sure to check these before installing to the expansion slot.
- Only set the switches and jumpers on the board to the specified settings.
Otherwise, the board may malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure.
- Do not strike or bend the board.
Otherwise, the board may malfunction, overheat, cause a failure or breakage.
- Do not touch the board's metal plated terminals (edge connector) with your hands.
Otherwise, the board may malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure.
If the terminals are touched by someone's hands, clean the terminals with industrial alcohol.
- Do not install or remove the board to or from the expansion slot while the computer's power or
expansion unit is turned on.
Otherwise, the board may malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure.
Be sure that the personal computer power is turned off.
- Make sure that your PC or expansion unit can supply ample power to all the boards installed.
Insufficiently energized boards could malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure.
- The specifications of this product are subject to change without notice for enhancement and quality
improvement.
Even when using the product continuously, be sure to read the user’s guide and understand the
contents.
- Do not modify the product. CONTEC will bear no responsibility for any problems, etc., resulting
from modifying this product.
- Regardless of the foregoing statements, CONTEC is not liable for any damages whatsoever
(including damages for loss of business profits) arising out of the use or inability to use this
CONTEC product or the information contained herein.
- Regarding “CE EMC Directive Notice”.
Please connect the Interface Connector with a shielded cable to meet the mentioned standard above.
DANGER
CAUTION

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Environment
Use this product in the following environment. If used in an unauthorized environment, the board may
overheat, malfunction, or cause a failure.
Operating temperature
0 - 50°C
Operating humidity
10 - 90%RH (No condensation)
Corrosive gases
None
Floating dust particles
Not to be excessive
Inspection
Inspect the product periodically as follows to use it safely.
Storage
When storing this product, keep it in its original packing form.
(1) Put the board in the storage bag.
(2) Wrap it in the packing material, then put it in the box.
(3) Store the package at room temperature at a place free from direct sunlight, moisture, shock,
vibration, magnetism, and static electricity.
Disposal
When disposing of the product, follow the disposal procedures stipulated under the relevant laws and
municipal ordinances.
- The gold-plated leads of the bus connector
have no stain or corrosion.
-Checkthatthe boardhas
no dust or foreign matter adhering.
- Check that the bus connector
of the board and its cable have
been plugged correctly.

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2. Setup
This chapter explains how to set up the board.
What is Setup?
Setup means a series of steps to take before the product can be used.
Different steps are required for software and hardware.
The setup procedure varies with the OS and software used.
Using the Board under Windows
Using the Driver Library API-PAC(W32)
This section describes the setup procedure to be performed before you can start developing application
programs for the board using the bundled CD-ROM “Driver Library API-PAC(W32)”.
Taking the following steps sets up the software and hardware. You can use the diagnosis program later
to check whether the software and hardware function normally.
Step 1 Installing the Software
Step 2 Setting the Hardware
Step 3 Installing the Hardware
Step 4 Initializing the Software
Step 5 Checking Operations with the Diagnosis Program
If Setup fails to be performed normally, see the “Setup Troubleshooting” section at the end of this
chapter.
Using the Board under Windows
Using Software Other than the Driver Library
API-PAC(W32)
For setting up software other than API-PAC(W32), refer to the user’s guide for that software. See also
the following parts of this user’s guide as required.
This chapter Step 2 Setting the Hardware
This chapter Step 3 Installing the Hardware
Chapter 3 External Connection
Chapter 6 About Hardware

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Using the Board under an OS Other than Windows
For using the board under an OS other than Windows, see the following parts of this user’s guide.
This chapter Step 2 Setting the Hardware
Chapter 3 External Connection
Chapter 6 About Hardware

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Step 1 Installing the Software
This section describes how to install the Driver libraries.
Before installing the hardware on your PC, install the Driver libraries from the bundled
API-PAC(W32) CD-ROM.
The following description assumes the operating system as Windows XP. Although some user
interfaces are different depending on the OS used, the basic procedure is the same.
About the driver to be used
Two analog I/O drivers are available: API-AIO(WDM) and API-AIO(98/PC)W95/NT.
API-AIO(WDM) is a new driver to perform analog input/output under Windows.
API-AIO(WDM) was developed to improve the conventional product version of API-AIO(98/PC) in the
ease of use and functionality.
It is advisable to use API-AIO(WDM) for you to use an analog I/O device. API-AIO(WDM) will
support new OSs and devices in the future but will not support Windows NT 4.0, Windows 95, ISA bus.
Use API-AIO(98/PC) if your operating environment contains such an unsupported piece of software or
hardware.
Check the following selection guide to easily select the driver to be used.

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Starting the Install Program
(1) Load the CD-ROM [API-PAC(W32)] on your PC.
(2) The API-PAC(W32) Installer window appears automatically.
If the panel does not appear, run (CD-ROM drive letter):\AUTORUN.exe.
(3) Click on the [Install Development or Execution Environment]] button.
* When using the Windows 7, Vista, driver is automatically installed.
Before installing the software in Windows 7, Vista, XP, Server2003 or 2000, log in as a user with
administrator privileges.
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Select API-AIO(WDM)
Selecting API-AIO(WDM)
(1) The following dialog box appears to select “Driver to install” and “Install option”, “Usage of
driver library”.
(2) Select the "Advanced Analog I/O driver".
(3) Click on the [Install] button.
* Clicking on the [API-AIO] button under the “Detail” displays detailed information about API-
AIO(WDM) and API-AIO(98/PC).
Run the installation
(1) Complete the installation by following the instructions on the screen.
(2) The Readme file appears whenthe installation is complete.