National Instruments CompactRIO cRIO-9263 User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CompactRIO cRIO-9263
4-Channel, ±10 V, 16-Bit Analog Voltage Output Module
™

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These operating instructions describe how to use the National
Instruments cRIO-9263 module. For information about installing,
configuring, and programming the CompactRIO system, refer to
the CompactRIO Bookshelf at Start»Program Files»National
Instruments»CompactRIO»Search the CompactRIO
Bookshelf.
Safety Guidelines
Operate the cRIO-9263 only as described in these operating
instructions.
Hot Surface This icon denotes that the component may be
hot. Touching this component may result in bodily injury.
Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations
The cRIO-9263 is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A,
B, C, and D hazardous locations; Class 1, Zone 2, AEx nC IIC T4
and Ex nC IIC T4 hazardous locations; and nonhazardous locations
only. Follow these guidelines if you are installing the cRIO-9263
in a potentially explosive environment. Not following these
guidelines may result in serious injury or death.

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Caution Do not disconnect I/O-side wires or connectors
unless power has been switched off or the area is known
to be nonhazardous.
Caution Do not remove modules unless power has been
switched off or the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Caution Substitution of components may impair
suitability for Class I, Division 2.
Caution For Zone 2 applications, install the
CompactRIO system in an enclosure rated to at least
IP 54 as defined by IEC 60529 and EN 60529.
Special Conditions for Safe Use in Europe
This equipment has been evaluated as EEx nC IIC T4 equipment
under DEMKO Certificate No. 03 ATEX 0324020X. Each module
is marked II 3G and is suitable for use in Zone 2 hazardous
locations.

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Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Voltages
If hazardous voltages are connected to the module, take the
following precautions. A hazardous voltage is a voltage greater
than 42.4 Vpeak or 60 VDC to earth ground.
Caution Ensure that hazardous voltage wiring is
performed only by qualified personnel adhering to local
electrical standards.
Caution Do not mix hazardous voltage circuits and
human-accessible circuits on the same module.
Caution Make sure that devices and circuits connected to
the module are properly insulated from human contact.
Caution When module terminals are live with hazardous
voltages, make sure that the terminals are not accessible.
You can use the cRIO-9932 connector kit or put the
CompactRIO chassis in a suitably rated enclosure.

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Wiring the cRIO-9263
The cRIO-9263 has a 10-terminal, detachable screw-terminal
connector that provides connections for four analog output
channels. Each channel has a terminal to which you can connect
the positive lead of a voltage signal, AO. The cRIO-9263 also has
common terminals, COM, that are internally connected to the
isolated ground reference of the module. Refer to Table 1 for the
terminal assignments for each channel.

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Table 1. Terminal Assignments
Module Terminal Signal
0AO0
1Common (COM)
2AO1
3Common (COM)
4AO2
5Common (COM)
6AO3
7Common (COM)
8No Connection
9Common (COM)
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

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Connecting a Load to the cRIO-9263
You can connect loads to the cRIO-9263. Connect the positive lead
of the load to the AO terminal. Connect the ground of the load to a
COM terminal.
Figure 1. Connecting a Load to the cRIO-9263
cRIO-9263 Circuitry
The cRIO-9263 channels share a common ground that is isolated
from the other modules in the CompactRIO system. Each channel
has a digital-to-analog converter (DAC) that produces a voltage
signal. You must write binary values to the analog output channels.
Refer to the CompactRIO Bookshelf for more information about
converting and calibrating cRIO-9263 output values in software.
cRIO-9263
COM
AO
Load

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Each channel also has overvoltage and short-circuit protection.
For more information about the overvoltage and short-circuit
protection, refer to the Specifications section.
Figure 2. Output Circuitry for One Channel
When the module powers on, the output channel drives the
power-on voltage. Refer to the Specifications section for more
information about power-on voltage. Refer to the CompactRIO
Bookshelf for more information about configuring initial output
values in software.
AO
COM
cRIO-9263
Amplifier
Isolated DAC
Overvoltage/
Short-Circuit
Protection

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Sleep Mode
You can enable sleep mode for the CompactRIO system in
software. Typically, when a system is in sleep mode, you cannot
communicate with the modules. In sleep mode, the system
minimizes power consumption. The system thermal dissipation
may decrease. Refer to the Specifications section for more
information about power consumption and thermal dissipation.
Refer to the CompactRIO Bookshelf for more information about
enabling sleep mode in software.
Specifications
The following specifications are typical for the range –40 to 70 °C
unless otherwise noted.
Output Characteristics
Number of channels .......................... 4 analog output channels
DAC resolution ................................. 16 bits
Type of DAC ..................................... String

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Operating voltage
Nominal...................................... ±10.7 V
Minimum.................................... ±10.3 V
Maximum ................................... ±11 V
Current drive ..................................... ±1 mA per channel min
Output impedance............................. 0.1 Ω
Accuracy
Stability
Offset drift .................................. 80 µV/°C
Gain drift .................................... 6 ppm/°C
Error
Percentage of
Reading
Percent of
Range*
Calibrated, max (–40 to 70 °C) 0.35% 0.75%
Calibrated, typ (25 °C, ±5°C) 0.01% 0.1%
Uncalibrated, max (–40 to 70 °C) 2.2% 1.7%
Uncalibrated, typ (25 °C, ±5°C) 0.3% 0.25%
* Range equals ±10.7 V

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Protection
Overvoltage ................................ ±30 V
Short-circuit................................ Indefinitely
Power-on voltage .............................. 0 V
Update time
Reconfigurable Embedded Chassis
One channel ......................... 3 µs
Two channels ....................... 5 µs
Three channels ..................... 7.5 µs
Four channels ....................... 9.5 µs
R Series Expansion Chassis
One channel ......................... 3.5 µs
Two channels ....................... 6.5 µs
Three channels ..................... 9 µs
Four channels ....................... 12 µs

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Noise................................................. 260 µVrms
Slew rate ........................................... 4 V/µs
Crosstalk ........................................... 76 dB
Settling time (100 pF load, to 1 LSB)
FS step ........................................ 20 µs
3 V step....................................... 10 µs
0.1 V step.................................... 8 µs
Glitch energy (0x6FFF to 0x7000) ... 110 mV for 2 µs
Capacitive drive ................................ 1,500 pF min
Monotonicity..................................... 16 bits
DNL .................................................. –1 to 2 LSBs max
INL (endpoint) .................................. 130 LSBs max

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MTBF ............................................... 1,732,619 hours at 25 °C;
Bellcore Issue 6, Method 1,
Case 3, Limited Part Stress
Method
Note Contact NI for Bellcore MTBF specifications
at other temperatures or for MIL-HDBK-217F
specifications. Go to ni.com/hardref.nsf and search
by model number or product line for more information
about MTBF and other product certifications.
Power Requirements
Power consumption from chassis
Active mode ............................... 625 mW max
Sleep mode ................................. 25 µW max
Thermal dissipation (at 70 °C)
Active mode ............................... 625 mW max
Sleep mode ................................. 25 µW max

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Physical Characteristics
If you need to clean the module, wipe it with a dry towel.
Screw-terminal wiring ...................... 12 to 24 AWG copper
conductor wire with 10 mm
(0.39 in.) of insulation
stripped from the end
Torque for screw terminals ............... 0.5 to 0.6 N · m
(4.4 to 5.3 lb · in.)
Weight............................................... Approx. 150 g (5.3 oz)
Safety
Safety Voltages
Channel-to-COM .............................. ±11 V max,
Installation Category I
Installation Category I is for measurements performed on circuits
not directly connected to the electrical distribution system referred
to as MAINS voltage. MAINS is a hazardous live electrical supply
system that powers equipment. This category is for measurements
of voltages from specially protected secondary circuits. Such
voltage measurements include signal levels, special equipment,

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limited-energy parts of equipment, circuits powered by regulated
low-voltage sources, and electronics.
Isolation
Channel-to-channel .................... No isolation between
channels
Channel-to-earth ground
Withstand ............................. 2,300 Vrms, 1 minute max
Continuous ........................... 250 Vrms,
Installation Category II
Installation Category II is for measurements performed on circuits
directly connected to the electrical distribution system. This
category refers to local-level electrical distribution, such as that
provided by a standard wall outlet (for example, 115 V for U.S. or
230 V for Europe).

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Safety Standards
The cRIO-9263 is designed to meet the requirements of the
following standards of safety for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use:
• EN 61010-1, IEC 61010-1
• UL 3111-1, UL 61010B-1
• CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1
Note For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the
product label, or visit ni.com/hardref.nsf, search by
model number or product line, and click the appropriate
link in the Certification column.

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Hazardous Locations
U.S. (UL) .......................................... Class I, Division 2,
Groups A, B, C, D, T4;
Class I, Zone 2, AEx nC
IIC T4
Canada (C-UL) ................................. Class I, Division 2,
Groups A, B, C, D, T4;
Class I, Zone 2, AEx nC
IIC T4
Europe (DEMKO)............................. EEx nC IIC T4
Environmental
CompactRIO modules are intended for indoor use only. For
outdoor use, mount the CompactRIO system in a suitably rated
enclosure. Refer to the installation instructions for the chassis you
are using for more information about meeting these specifications.
Operating temperature ...................... –40 to 70 °C
Storage temperature .......................... –40 to 85 °C
Ingress protection.............................. IP 40
Operating humidity .......................... 10 to 90% RH,
noncondensing

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Storage humidity .............................. 5 to 95% RH, noncondensing
Maximum altitude ............................ 2,000 m
Pollution Degree (IEC 60664) .......... 2
Shock and Vibration
To meet these specifications, you must panel mount the
CompactRIO system and affix ferrules to the end of the terminal
wires.
Operating vibration,
random (IEC 60068-2-64) ................ 5 grms, 10 to 500 Hz
Operating shock
(IEC 60068-2-27).............................. 30 g, 11 ms half sine,
50 g, 3 ms half sine,
18 shocks at 6 orientations
Operating vibration,
sinusoidal (IEC 60068-2-6) .............. 5 g, 10 to 500 Hz

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Electromagnetic Compatibility
Emissions.......................................... EN 55011 Class A at 10 m
FCC Part 15A above 1 GHz
Immunity........................................... Industrial levels per
EN 61326-1:1997 +
A2:2001, Table A.1
EMC/EMI ......................................... CE, C-Tick, and FCC Part 15
(Class A) Compliant
Note For EMC compliance, operate this device with
shielded cabling.
FCC Compliance
Go to ni.com/info and enter rdcriofcc for information on
using this product in compliance with FCC regulations.

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CE Compliance
This product meets the essential requirements of applicable
European Directives, as amended for CE marking, as follows:
Low-Voltage Directive (safety)......... 73/23/EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (EMC) ............................... 89/336/EEC
Note Refer to the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for
this product for any additional regulatory compliance
information. To obtain the DoC for this product, visit
ni.com/hardref.nsf, search by model number or
product line, and click the appropriate link in the
Certification column.
Calibration
You can obtain the calibration certificate for the cRIO-9263 at
ni.com/calibration.
Calibration interval ........................... 1 year