ICS PCI-16REL User manual

PCI-16REL Interface Adapter Board
Manual PN: 931-0006-00-A
June 2000

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Foreword iii
Foreword
About This Manual
This product manual describes the PCI-16REL interface adapter board and
how to install and program it.
Note: Additional technical information and BIOS updates are available from
the ICS Advent Web site, www.icsadvent.com, along with advanced
troubleshooting information in FAQs and release notes.
The following is a summary of the chapter contents:
nChapter 1, Introduction, provides an overview of the PCI-16REL
board and what is included in the shipping package.
nChapter 2, Installation, describes how install the software drivers
and install the board into a PCI expansion slot in your system.
nChapter 3, Technical Description, describes the board features,
reed relays, drivers, and connector pin assignments.
nChapter 4, Specifications, provides board specifications, such as
power requirements, operating environment, and agency approvals.
nAppendix A, Troubleshooting, provides steps that can eliminate
most common problems.
nAppendix B, Board Layout Drawing, provides the board layout
drawing.
Customer Comments
If you experience any problems with this manual or just want to provide some
feedback, please send us a message using the online “Service Form” on our
Web site (www.icsadvent.com) under “Support.” Detail any errors you find.
We will correct the errors or problems as soon as possible and post the revised
manual in our online Support Library. Thank you.
Note: You may also use the online “Service Form” on our Web site to submit
comments or concerns about our products, or request technical
support.

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Advisory Conventions v
Advisory Conventions
Three types of advisories are used throughout the manuals to provide helpful
information or to alert you to the potential for hardware damage or personal
injury. They are Notes, Cautions, and Warnings. The following is an example
of each type of advisory. Use caution when servicing any electrical component.
Note: A Note indicates information that will help you make better use of the
system.
Disclaimer: We have tried to identify all situations that may pose a warning
or caution condition in this manual. However, ICS Advent does not claim to
have covered all situations that might require the use of a Caution or
Warning.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware and
tells you how to avoid the problem.
WARNING
A WARNING indicates the potential for bodily harm and
tells you how to avoid the problem

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Safety Instructions vii
Safety Instructions
Before handling the PCI-16REL, read the following instructions and safety
guidelines to prevent damage to the product and to ensure your own personal
safety. Refer to the “Advisories” section for advisory conventions used in this
manual, including the distinction between Warnings, Cautions, and Notes.
nAlways use caution when handling/operating the computer. Only
qualified, experienced, authorized electronics service personnel should
access the interior of the computer. The power supplies produce high
voltages and energy hazards, which can cause bodily harm.
nUse extreme caution when installing or removing components. Refer
to the installation instructions in this manual for precautions and
procedures. If you have any questions, please contact ICS Advent
Post-Sales Technical Support.
When Working Inside a Computer
Before taking covers off a computer, perform the following steps:
1) Turn off the computer and any peripherals.
2) Disconnect the computer and peripherals from their power sources to
prevent electric shock or system board damage.
3) Follow the guidelines provided in “Protecting Against Electrostatic
Discharge” on the following page.
4) Disconnect any telephone or telecommunications lines from the
computer.
WARNING
High voltages are present inside the chassis when the
unit’s power cord is plugged into an electrical outlet.
Disconnect the power cord from its source before removing
the chassis cover. Turning off the power switch does not
remove power to components.

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In addition, take note of these safety guidelines when appropriate:
nTo help avoid possible damage to system boards, wait five seconds
after turning off the computer before removing a component, removing
a system board, or disconnecting a peripheral device from the
computer.
nWhen you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-
relief loop, not on the cable itself. Some cables have a connector with
locking tabs. If you are disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the
locking tabs before disconnecting the cable. As you pull connectors
apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins.
Also, before connecting a cable, make sure both connectors are
correctly oriented and aligned.
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge
Static electricity can harm system boards. Perform service at an ESD
workstation and follow proper ESD procedure to reduce the risk of damage to
components. ICS Advent strongly encourages you to follow proper ESD
procedure, which can include wrist straps and smocks, when servicing
equipment. The ESD Grounding Receptacle on the chassis provides a
convenient, secure place to insert an ESD grounding strap.
You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic
discharge (ESD):
nWhen unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping
carton, do not remove the component’s antistatic packing material
until you are ready to install the component in a computer. Just before
unwrapping the antistatic packaging, be sure you are at an ESD
workstation or grounded.
nWhen transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an
antistatic container or packaging.
nHandle all sensitive components at an ESD workstation. If possible,
use antistatic floor pads and workbench pads.
nHandle components and boards with care. Don’t touch the components
or contacts on a board. Hold a board by its edges or by its metal
mounting bracket.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to service the system yourself except as
explained in this manual. Follow installation and
troubleshooting instructions closely.

Regulatory Compliance Statements ix
Regulatory Compliance
Statements
This chapter describes how to keep the system CE compliant.
CE Certification
The product(s) described in this manual complies with all applicable
European Union (CE) directives. For computer systems to remain CE
compliant, only CE-compliant parts may be used. Maintaining CE
compliance also requires proper cable and cabling techniques. Although ICS
Advent offers accessories, the customer must ensure that these products are
installed with proper shielding to maintain CE compliance. ICS Advent does
not offer engineering services for designing cabling systems. In addition, ICS
Advent will not retest or recertify systems or components that have been
reconfigured by customers.

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Guarantee and Warranty Policy xi
Guarantee and Warranty Policy
Guarantee
A thirty day money-back guarantee is provided on all standard products sold.
Special order products are covered by our Limited Warranty, however they
may not be returned for refund or credit. EPROMs, RAM, Flash EPROMs or
other forms of solid electronic media are not returnable for credit - but for
replacement only. An extended warranty is available. Consult the factory.
Refunds
In order to receive a refund on a product for the purchase price, the product
must not have been damaged by the customer or by the common carrier
chosen by the customer to return the goods and the product must be returned
complete (meaning all manuals, software, cables, etc.) within 30 days of
receipt and in an as-new and resalable condition. The “Return Procedure”
must be followed to assure a prompt refund.
Restocking Charges
Product returned after 30 days, and before 60 days, of the purchase will be
subject to a minimum 20% restocking charge and charges for any damaged or
missing parts. Products not returned within 60 days of purchase, or products
which are not in an as-new and resaleable condition, are not eligible for a
credit return and will be returned to the customer.
Limited Warranty
Effective April 1, 1998, all products carry a 2-year limited warranty. Within
two years of purchase, ICS Advent will repair or replace, at our option, any
defective product. ICS Advent will service the warranty for all standard
catalog products for the first two years from the date of shipment.
Please Note: the two year warranty may not apply to special promotion items.
Please consult the factory for warranty verification.
The limited warranty is void if the product has been subjected to alteration,
neglect, misuse, or abuse; if any repairs have been attempted by anyone other
than ICS Advent or its authorized agent; or if the failure is caused by
accident, acts of God, or other causes beyond the control of ICS Advent or the
manufacturer. Neglect, misuse, and abuse shall include any installation,
operation, or maintenance of the product other than in accordance with the
user’s manual.

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No agent, dealer, distributor, service company, or other party is authorized to
change, modify, or extend the terms of this Limited Warranty in any manner
whatsoever. ICS Advent reserves the right to make changes or improvements
in any product without incurring any obligation to similarly alter products
previously purchased.
Return Procedure
For any Guarantee or Limited Warranty return, please contact ICS Advent
Customer Service at 800-480-0044 or 858-677-0877 and obtain a Return
Material Authorization (RMA) Number. All product(s) returned to ICS Advent
for service or credit must be accompanied by a Return Material Authorization
(RMA) Number. Freight on all returned items must be prepaid by the
customer who is responsible for any loss or damage caused by common carrier
in transit. Returns for Warranty must include a Failure Report for each unit,
by serial number(s), as well as a copy of the original invoice showing the date
of purchase.
To reduce risk of damage, returns of product must be in an ICS Advent
shipping container. If the original container has been lost or damaged, new
shipping containers may be obtained from ICS Advent Customer Service at a
nominal cost.
ICS Advent owns all parts removed from repaired products. ICS Advent uses
new and reconditioned parts made by various manufacturers in performing
warranty repairs and building replacement products. If ICS Advent repairs or
replaces a product, its warranty term is not extended.
ICS Advent will normallly return your replacement or repaired items via
Second Day Air. Overnight delivery or delivery via other carriers is available
at an additional charge.
Shipments not in compliance with this Guarantee and Limited Warranty
Return Policy will not be accepted by ICS Advent.

Guarantee and Warranty Policy xiii
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall ICS Advent be liable for any defect in hardware, software,
loss, or inadequacy of data of any kind, or for any direct, indirect, incidental,
or consequential damagesin connection with or arisingout of the performance
or use of any product furnished hereunder. ICS Advent’s liability shall in no
event exceed the purchase price of the product purchased hereunder. The
foregoing limitation of liability shall be equally applicable to any service
provided by ICS Advent or its authorized agent.
Some sales items and customized systems are not subject to the guarantee
and limited warranty. However in these instances, any deviations will be
disclosed prior to sales and noted in the original invoice. ICS Advent
reserves the right to refuse returns or credits on software or special
order items.

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Contents xv
Contents
Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
What’s Included. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Chapter 2
Installation
Card Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Software Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
For Windows Users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
System Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Chapter 3
Technical Description
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Reed Relays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Relay Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Programming Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Register Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Pin Assignments (P3 DB-37 Male) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Power and Ground Pin Assignments
(P3 DB-37 Male) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Chapter 4
Specifications
Appendix A
Troubleshooting
Appendix B
Board Layout Drawing

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Introduction 1-1
Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The PCI-16REL interface adapter board provides sixteen reed relays, which
can latch power, data, or other electronic signals for control applications. The
PCI-16REL is PCI 2.1 bus compliant.
What’s Included
The PCI-16REL is shipped with the following items. If any of these items are
missing or damaged, contact ICS Advent.
nPCI-16REL interface adapter board
nSoftware drivers
nUser’s Guide

Installation 2-1
Chapter 2
Installation
Card Setup
The PCI-16REL board is a fully compliant PCI “Plug-n-Play” adapter.
I/O address is auto assigned by either your system BIOS or your “Plug-n-Play”
operating system.
Software Installation
For Windows Users
Run setup from floppy disk 1. Then, install SeaI/O and select the Digital I/O
software drivers. For usersof DOS, Windows 3.1, etc., run disk 3 and theRead
Me file.
System Installation
The PCI-16REL can be installed in any PCI expansion slot as follows:
1) Turn off system power. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical
outlet.
2) Remove the chassis cover.
3) Locate an available PCI slot and remove the associated slot filler
bracket from the rear panel of the chassis.
4) Gently insert the PCI-16REL board into the slot. Make sure that it is
seated properly.
5) Secure the board’s slot bracket to the rear panel with a screw.
6) Replace the chassis cover.
7) Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.

Technical Description 3-1
Chapter 3
Technical Description
The PCI-16REL board provides two parallel reed relay output ports. The ports
are organized as ports A, B, C, and D. To maintain compatibility with the
existing ISA interface adapter (PN 16REL), ports C and D (base address+2
and address+3) are the reed relay output port addresses.
Features
nSixteen SPST relays
nDB-37 male connector
nHighly reliable 10VA DIP reed relays utilized
nMultiple adapters residing in one computer
nPCI 2.1 bus compatibility
Reed Relays
Reed relays provide very high quality, long life, low power, dry contact switch
closures. Reed relays are not suited for high current applications. They can be
destroyed by inductive load switching, where a spark occurs across the
contacts internally. The relays are normally open. They close when energized.

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Relay Specifications
nContact Power Ratings = 10 Watts maximum
nContact Voltage, Maximum = 100VDC or 100VAC
nContact Current, Maximum = 0.5 amps DC or AC RMS
nContact Resistance, Initial = 0.15 ohms
nRated Life:
tLow Load = 200 million closures
tMaximum Load = 100 million closures
nContact Speed:
tOperate = 0.5 mS
tRelease = 0.5 mS
tBounce = 0.5 mS
nMaximum Operating Speed = 600Hz
Software
The PCI-16REL board ships with ICS Advent’s SeaI/O suite of Windows 95/
98/2000/NT drivers on floppy disks 1 and 2. SeaI/O provides the user with a
consistent and straightforward API, which allows the developer to concentrate
on the details of the application instead of low level driver development.
Popular development environments, including Visual C++, Visual Basic, and
Delphi, are supported for application development. SeaI/O includes a utility
for configuring the driver parameters under Windows, which further
simplifies installation.
For DOS, QNX, Linux and other operating systems, please refer to the
software included on floppy disk 3.