Dataq DI-2108 User manual

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DI-2108
8-Channel High Speed USB Data Acquisition System with Stand-alone Capability
User's Manual
Manual Revision E
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Warranty and Service Policy
Product Warranty
DATAQ Instruments, Inc. warrants that this hardware will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use and service for a period of 90 days from the date of shipment. DATAQ Instruments' obligations under this
warranty shall not arise until the defective material is shipped freight prepaid to DATAQ Instruments. The only
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2. DATAQ Instruments will repair or replace any defective product within 5 days of its receipt.
3. For in-warranty repairs, DATAQ Instruments will return repaired items to the buyer freight prepaid. Out of war-
ranty repairs will be returned with freight prepaid and added to the service invoice.

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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Warranty and Service Policy ................................................................................................................ iii
1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 1
Features .............................................................................................................................................. 1
Analog Inputs .................................................................................................................................... 1
Digital I/O .......................................................................................................................................... 1
Software ............................................................................................................................................. 1
WinDaq® Recording and Playback Software ............................................................................ 2
Help ............................................................................................................................................. 2
2. Specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 3
3. Installation .......................................................................................................................................... 7
Install WinDaq Software ................................................................................................................... 7
Connect the Instrument to Your Computer ....................................................................................... 8
4. Controls, Indicators, and Connections ............................................................................................. 9
Mini-B USB Connection ................................................................................................................... 9
Screw Terminals ................................................................................................................................ 9
DI-2108 Signal Connections ....................................................................................................... 9
Connecting Signal Leads ............................................................................................................ 10
Analog Inputs .............................................................................................................................. 11
Low-pass Filter ..................................................................................................................... 12
Resolution as a Function of Sample Rate ............................................................................. 13
Digital Ports ................................................................................................................................ 14
WinDaq Remote Events (D0 Event) .................................................................................... 15
WinDaq Remote Storage (D1 Record) ................................................................................. 17
WinDaq Rate (D2 Rate) ....................................................................................................... 17
WinDaq Counter (D3 Count) ............................................................................................... 19
General Purpose Digital Inputs ............................................................................................ 21
General Purpose Digital Outputs .......................................................................................... 22
4-20mA Current Loop Measurements ............................................................................................... 23
LED Indicator .................................................................................................................................... 24
USB Drive Port .................................................................................................................................. 25
Control Button ................................................................................................................................... 25
Record Data to USB Thumb Drive ............................................................................................. 25
Stop Recording to USB Thumb Drive ........................................................................................ 26
Fix Errors .................................................................................................................................... 26
Switching between LibUSB and CDC Modes ............................................................................ 26
Save Ethernet and Stand-alone configuration to Thumb Drive .................................................. 26
Apply Ethernet and Stand-alone Configuration to Device ......................................................... 27
WinDaq Dashboard ........................................................................................................................... 27
5. Unlock WinDaq and Stand-alone Operation ................................................................................... 29
6. Dimensional Drawing ......................................................................................................................... 31

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Introduction
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1. Introduction
This manual contains information designed to familiarize you with the features and functions of the DI-2108 USB
data acquisition system.
Features
The DI-2108 data acquisition instrument is a portable data recording module that communicates through your com-
puter's USB port. Power is derived from the interface port so no external power is required. Features include:
• 8 fixed differential analog inputs protected to ±100V (transient).
• 7 digital ports protected to +25V: Two dedicated for WINDAQ remote control operations; One dedicated to
WINDAQ rate measurements; and One dedicated to WINDAQ counter measurements.
• ±10V full scale measurement range.
• Up to 220 kHz maximum throughput sampling rate with all eleven channels enabled (analog, digital, frequency,
counter.).
• A push-button to tag remote events in WINDAQ software.
• LED indication for easy notification of system status.
• Free WinDaq/Lite data acquisition recording software. Records up to four channels of data. Purchase an unlock
code to record more than four channels.
• Stand-alone option allows the user to configure a recording session through their PC then record data in the field
to removable flash memory via the USB drive port (without being connected to their PC). Stand-alone data log-
ging requires Unlock code to record more than 1 channel to removable flash memory.
• Low-pass filter per analog channel with automatic corner frequency selection.
• Dedicated counter channel.
• Dedicated frequency channel.
Analog Inputs
The DI-2108 features eight differential channel inputs located on a single sixteen-position screw terminal block for
easy connection and operation. Note: The DI-2108 does not support Gain.
Utilize the functionality of WINDAQ software to experience all the features encased in these small, inexpensive
instruments. Unlock code required to record all eight channels.
Digital I/O
The DI-2108 contains seven digital ports, which may be used as a general-purpose digital inputs or for a specific
function as designated on the device. Digital port D0 is reserved for WinDaq Events; Digital port D1 is reserved for
WinDaq remote Start/Stop; Digital port D2 is reserved for rate measurements; Digital port D3 is reserved for counts;
Digital port D6 is reserved for external triggers. Please Note: Digital outputs are not supported in WinDaq software.
Each port may be configured as a switch using third-party software.
Software
All software required to record and playback waveforms is included with the purchase of any DI-2108 data acquisi-
tion system via download.

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WINDAQ®Recording and Playback Software
WINDAQ Acquisition and WINDAQ Waveform Browser allow you to record and playback data acquired through your
instrument. WINDAQ software is an invaluable resource to record and analyze your data and is available for free from
our web site (www.dataq.com).
WINDAQ Lite Data Acquisition software (free) can be used to record waveforms directly and continuously to disk
while monitoring a real time display of the waveforms on-screen. It operates, displays, and records up to four chan-
nels in real time. An optional unlock code is available to record the rest of the channels on the device.
WINDAQ Waveform Browser playback software (also known as “WWB”) offers an easy way to review and analyze
acquired waveforms. A built-in data file translator allows the user to display multiple waveforms acquired by
WINDAQ Acquisition software or any of a wide range of data acquisition packages. The software’s disk-streaming
design allows data files of any length to be graphically displayed rapidly, in normal or reverse time directions. Seven
standard cursor-based measurements, frequency domain, and statistical analysis functions help simplify waveform
analysis and interpretation. WINDAQ Waveform Browser is free and installed when installing WINDAQ Software.
Help
All WINDAQ software utilizes context-sensitive help. Help may be accessed through the Help menu or by pressing
the F1 key with any pull-down menu item selected. This will take you directly to the Help topic most relevant to that
particular function or feature. Help topics discuss in detail each function available in the software.

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Specifications
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2. Specifications
Analog Inputs
Number of Channels: 8
Channel Configuration: Differential
Voltage Measurement Range: ±10V Full Scale
Input impedance: 110k
Dc accuracy: ±5 mV at 16-bit resolution and 25°C, excluding common mode error
Absolute maximum input without damage: ±100 V dc or peak ac (normal mode + common mode)
Common mode range: ±20 V dc or peak ac
Common mode rejection ratio: 80 dB (dc - 60 Hz)
Channel-to-channel crosstalk rejection: -80 dB
Digital Ports
Number of Ports: 7
Type: MOSFET switch
Configuration: Programmable as digital input or switch
Pull-up value: 4.7 k
Input high voltage threshold: 2.4V
Input low voltage threshold: 0.8V
Absolute maximum applied voltage (V): +25V
Reserved Digital Inputs
Port 1: WINDAQ remote events
Port 2: WINDAQ remote start/stop
Port 3: Rate input
Port 4: Count input
ADC Characteristics
Resolution: 12- to 16-bit
Above zero ADC counts: 2,047 to 32,767
Below zero ADC counts: 2,048 to 32,768
Max. sample throughput rate: Standard: 220,000 Hz (160 kHz for analog chs, 20 kHz per digital ch)
Stand-alone: 20 kHz to 160 kHz (dependent on flash memory)
Min. sample throughput rate: Standard: 20 Hz (2.2 samples per hour with WinDaq)
Stand-alone: 0.0017 Hz
Sample rate timing accuracy: 50 ppm
Digital Ports Programmed as Switch
Maximum drain voltage: 25V
Maximum sink current: 100 mA

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Count/Rate
Digital port assignment: Count: Port 2 configured as input
Rate: Port 3 configured as input
Internal pull-up value: 4.7 k
Input high voltage threshold: 2.4V
Input low voltage threshold: 0.8V
Terminal count: 65,535
Maximum rate frequency: 50 KHz with one enabled channel, 20 KHz with 2-4 enabled analog
channels, otherwise 10 KHz
Minimum rate frequency: 0.5 Hz
Maximum count frequency: 50 kHz
Removable Memory
Type: MLC, pSLC, or SLC flash memory (with USB SD card reader); USB
thumb drive
Required Format: FAT32
Number of Channels: 1; Unlock code required for 2 or more
Indicators and Connections
Interface: USB 2.0 (mini-B style connector)
Indicator light: Multi-color LED
USB A Connector (Drive): USB drive for Stand-alone data logging
Cannot be used concurrently with the USB interface
Input connections: Two 16-position screw terminal strips
Power
Power Consumption: <1.0 Watt, via USB interface
Environmental
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Operating Humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing
Storage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Storage Humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing
Physical Characteristics
Enclosure: Polycarbonate ABS, 0.080 inch thickness
Mounting: Desktop; bulkhead
Dimensions: 6.68D × 3.28W × 1.13H in.
(169.67D × 83.31W × 28.7H cm.)
Weight: 5.7 oz. (162 grams)