Kontron USB-16REL User manual

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USB-16REL
User’s Guide
Manual PN: 931-0057-00-A
May 2002

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user’s guide.

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äContents
Safety Instructions
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Preface
How to Use This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi
Customer Comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
Advisory Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiv
Regulatory Compliance Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xv
Guarantee and Warranty Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii
Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii
Return Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xviii
Limitation of Liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix
Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
What’s Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Chapter 2
Installation
Software Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Windows 95/98/2000/ME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Linux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
System Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Chapter 3
Technical Description
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Reed Relay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Relay Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Chapter 4
Software and Programming
Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
3rd Party Software Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

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Application Programmers Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Serial String. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Relative Addressing vs. Absolute Addressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Table 4-1. Addressing Tables
(R=Read, W=Write, R/W = Read or Write) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Table 4-2. Removable Terminal Block Pin Assignments . . . . . . 4-6
Chapter 5
Specifications
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Power Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Appendix A
Troubleshooting
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3
Appendix B
Board Layout
Layout Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3
Declaration of Conformity

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Contents
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

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USB-16REL User’s Guide
Safety Instructions
Before You Begin
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äBefore You Begin
Before handling the USB-16REL, read the instructions and safety guidelines on the following
pages to prevent damage to the product and to ensure your own personal safety. Refer to the
“Advisories” section in the Preface for advisory conventions used in this user’s guide, including
the distinction between Warnings, Cautions, Important Notes, and Notes.
JWhen 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.
JDo not attempt to service the system yourself except as explained in this manual.
Follow installation and troubleshooting instructions closely.

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äPreventing Electrostatic Discharge
A sudden discharge of electrostatic electricity can destroy static-sensitive devices or
micro-circuitry, such as circuit boards and microchips. Proper packaging and grounding
techniques are necessary precautions to prevent damage. Perform service at an ESD workstation
and follow proper ESD procedure to reduce the risk of damage to components. Kontron strongly
encourages you to follow proper ESD procedure, which can include wrist or heel straps and
smocks, when servicing equipment.
You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD):
JWhen 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. This will discharge any static
electricity that may have built up in your body.
JWhen transporting a static-sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic
container or packaging.
JHandle all static-sensitive components at an ESD workstation. If possible, use
antistatic floor pads and workbench pads. Tools and equipment used at an ESD
workstation should be grounded and conductive. Keep work area free of non-
conductive materials, such as plastic and Styrofoam.
JHandle static-sensitive components with care. Don’t touch the components or
contacts on a board. Hold a board by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket.
JTurn off power and input signals before inserting and removing connectors or test
equipment.
JDo not handle or store system boards near strong electrostatic, electromagnetic,
magnetic, or radioactive fields.
JStore static-sensitive components in antistatic containers or packaging.

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Contents
How to Use This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi
Customer Comments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
Advisory Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiv
Regulatory Compliance Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xv
Guarantee and Warranty Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii
Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii
Return Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xviii
Limitation of Liability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix

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USB-16REL User’s Guide How to Use This Guide
Preface
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This guide is designed to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation and programming
and as a reference for operation and troubleshooting.
The following is a summary of the chapter contents:
JChapter 1, Introduction, provides an overview of the USB-16REL adapter and a list
of what’s provided with the adapter.
JChapter 2, Installation, describes how to install the adapter software and
cabling.
JChapter 3, Technical Description, provides an overview of the USB-16REL
features, software, serial string identification, reed relays, and relay
specifications.
JChapter 4, Programming, describes the application programmers interface (API)
and relative addressing vs. absolute addressing. This chapter also provides the pin
assignments for the removable terminal block and adapter enclosure layout views.
JChapter 5, Specifications, lists the temperature, humidity, power consumption,
and mean time between failure (MTBF) specifications.
JAppendix A, Troubleshooting, provides some steps that can fix most common
problems.
JAppendix B, Board Layout Drawing, provides the board layout drawing for the
USB-16REL adapter.
Note: Additional technical information and drivers are available on our web site,
www.kontron.com, under Technical Support.

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äCustomer Comments
If you have any difficulties using this user’s guide, discover an error, or just want to provide some
feedback, please send us a message using the online form under “Contact Us” on our web site
(www.kontron.com) under “Technical Support.” Detail any errors you find. We will correct the
errors or problems as soon as possible and post the revised user’s guide in our online Support
Library. Thank you.
Note: You may also use the online form on our web site to submit comments or
concerns about our products, or request technical support.

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USB-16REL User’s Guide Advisory Conventions
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äAdvisory Conventions
Four types of advisories are used throughout this user’s guide to provide helpful information or
to alert you to the potential for hardware damage or personal injury. They are Note, Important,
Caution, and Warning advisories. The following is an example of each type of advisory. Use
caution when servicing any electrical component.
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Disclaimer: We have tried to identify all situations that may pose a warning or caution condition
in this user’s guide. However, Kontron does not claim to have covered all situations that might
require the use of a Caution or Warning.
Note: A note is used to make helpful information stand out.
Important: An important note indicates information that is important for you to
know.
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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äUnpacking
When unpacking, follow these steps:
1) After opening the box, save it and the packing material for possible future shipment.
2) Remove all items from the box. If any items listed on the purchase order are missing,
notify Kontron customer service immediately.
3) Inspect the product for damage. If there is damage, notify Kontron customer service
immediately. Refer to “Guarantee and Warranty Policy” for the return procedure.

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USB-16REL User’s Guide Regulatory Compliance Statements
Preface
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This section describes how to keep the unit CE compliant.
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The product(s) described in this user’s guide complies with all applicable European
Union (CE) directives if it has a CE marking. The CE declaration of conformity is
provided on the last page of this user’s guide. 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 Kontron offers accessories, the customer must ensure
that these products are installed with proper shielding to maintain CE compliance. Kontron does
not offer engineering services for designing cabling systems. In addition, Kontron will not retest
or recertify systems or components that have been reconfigured by customers.

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USB-16REL User’s Guide Guarantee and Warranty Policy
Preface
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äGuarantee
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.
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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 user’s guides, 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.
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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 resalable condition, are
not eligible for a credit return and will be returned to the customer.
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Effective April 1, 1998, all products carry a 2-year limited warranty. Within 2 years of purchase,
Kontron will repair or replace, at our option, any defective product. Kontron will service the
warranty for all standard catalog products for the first two years from the date of shipment.
Please note: The 2-year warranty may not apply to special promotion items. Please consult the
factory for warranty verification.

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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 Kontron or its authorized agent;
or if the failure is caused by accident, acts of God, or other causes beyond the control of Kontron
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 guide.
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. Kontron reserves the right
to make changes or improvements in any product without incurring any obligation to similarly
alter products previously purchased.
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For any Guarantee or Limited Warranty return, please contact Kontron Customer Service at 800-
480-0044 or 858-677-0877 and obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) Number. All
product(s) returned to Kontron 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 Kontron shipping container. If the
original container has been lost or damaged, new shipping containers may be obtained from
Kontron Customer Service at a nominal cost.
Kontron owns all parts removed from repaired products. Kontron uses new and reconditioned
parts made by various manufacturers in performing warranty repairs and building replacement
products. If Kontron repairs or replaces a product, its warranty term is not extended.
Kontron will normally 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 Kontron.

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USB-16REL User’s Guide Guarantee and Warranty Policy
Preface
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äLimitation of Liability
In no event shall Kontron be liable for any defect in hardware, software, loss, or inadequacy of
data of any kind, or for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages in connection
with or arising out of the performance or use of any product furnished hereunder. Kontron’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 Kontron 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. Kontron reserves the right to refuse returns or credits on software or special
order items.

Chapter 1
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äIntroduction
Contents
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
What’s Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3