National Instruments NI 9207E User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS
NI 9207E
16-Channel, ±20 mA/±10 V, 24-Bit Analog Input
Module

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This document describes how to use the National Instruments 9207E
and includes dimensions, pin assignments, and specifications for the
NI 9207E. Visit ni.com/info and enter rdsoftwareversion to
determine which software you need for the modules you are using. For
information about installing, configuring, and programming the
system, refer to the system documentation. Visit ni.com/info and
enter cseriesdoc for information about C Series documentation.
Caution National Instruments makes no electromagnetic
compatibility (EMC) or CE marking compliance claims
for the NI 9207E. The end-product supplier is responsible
for conformity to any and all compliance requirements.
Caution The NI 9207E must be installed inside a suitable
enclosure prior to use. Hazardous voltages may be present.

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NI 9207E Dimensions
The following figure shows the dimensions of the NI 9207E.
Figure 1. NI 9207E Dimensions in Millimeters (Inches)
73.4 (2.89)
0.0 (0.00)
26.7 (1.05)
58.4 (2.30)
66.0 (2.60)
0.0 (0.00)

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Connecting the NI 9207E
The NI 9207E has a 37-pin DSUB connector that provides
connections for 16 analog input channels: 8 voltage and 8 current.
Figure 2. NI 9207E Pin Assignments
AI0–
AI1–
AI2–
AI3–
AI4–
AI5–
AI6–
AI7–
COM
COM
Vsup
Vsup
Vsup
Vsup
Vsup
Vsup
Vsup
Vsup
AI0+
AI1+
AI2+
AI3+
AI4+
AI5+
AI6+
AI7+
COM
COM
AI8
AI9
AI10
AI11
AI12
AI13
AI14
AI15
Vsup
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37

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Each voltage channel has an AI+ pin and an AI– pin to which you
can connect a voltage signal. Each current channel has an AI pin to
which you can connect a current signal. The NI 9207E also has
nine Vsup pins, one for connecting an external power supply, and
one for each current channel. There are also four common pins,
COM, that are internally connected to the isolated ground
reference of the module.
The input signals are scanned, amplified, conditioned, and then
sampled by a single 24-bit ADC. The module provides overvoltage
protection for each channel. Only one channel can be in an
overvoltage condition at a time. Refer to the Specifications section
for information about overvoltage protection. Refer to Figure 3 for
an illustration of the input circuitry on the NI 9207E.

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Figure 3. Input Circuitry on the NI 9207E
MUX
Amplifier
Instrumentation
Amplifier
+
–
COM
AI15
AI8
Isolated
ADC
MUX
MUX
NI 9207E
AI7–
AI7+
AI0+
AI0–
Vsup
Vsup

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Connecting Voltage Channels
You can connect differential or single-ended voltage signals to the
NI 9207E voltage channels.
Connecting Differential Voltage Signals to the NI 9207E
You can connect grounded or floating differential signals to the
NI 9207E voltage channels. Connect the positive voltage signal to
AI+ and the negative voltage signal to AI–. To connect grounded
differential signals to the NI 9207E, you must also connect the
signal reference to COM, as shown in Figure 4.
Figure 4. Connecting a Grounded Differential Voltage Signal to the NI 9207E
Voltage
Source
+
–
AI0+
AI0–
COM
NI 9207E

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To connect floating differential signals to the NI 9207E, you must
connect the negative lead of the signal to COM through a 1 MΩ
resistor to keep the voltage source within the common-mode
voltage range, as shown in Figure 5. If the voltage source is outside
of the common-mode range, then the NI 9207E does not read data
accurately. For more information about the common-mode voltage
range, refer to the Specifications section.
Figure 5. Connecting a Floating Differential Voltage Signal to the NI 9207E
1 MΩ
Resistor
NI 9207E
AI0+
AI0–
COM
Voltage
Source
+
–

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Connecting Single-Ended Voltage Signals to the NI 9207E
To connect single-ended voltage signals to the NI 9207E, you
must also connect the voltage ground signal to COM to keep
the common-mode voltage in the specified range, as shown in
Figure 6. For more information about the common-mode voltage
range, refer to the Specifications section.
Figure 6. Connecting a Single-Ended Voltage Signal to the NI 9207E
+
–
AI0+
AI0–
COM
Voltage
Source
NI 9207E

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Connecting Current Channels
You can connect an external power supply to the NI 9207E. This
power supply provides the current for the devices you connect to
the module. Connect the positive lead of the power supply to a
Vsup pin and the negative lead of the power supply to COM. Install
a 2 A maximum, fast-acting fuse between the external power
supply and the Vsup pin. Refer to the Specifications sections for
more information about the Vsup pins.
Note The Vsup pins are internally connected to each
other. You can connect only one external voltage supply
to the device.
Caution Do not remove or insert modules if the external
power supply connected to the Vsup and COM pins is
powered on.
You can connect single-ended current signals to the NI 9207E,
including loop-powered and three-wire current transducers.
Connect the output of the current signal to the AI pin of the channel
and the voltage supply of the current signal to Vsup. For a
three-wire transducer, also connect the common of the device to
COM. Refer to Figures 7 and 8 for illustrations of how to connect
loop-powered and three-wire current transducers to the NI 9207E.

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Figure 7. Connecting a Loop-Powered Current Transducer to the NI 9207E
NI 9207E
+
–
COM
AI8
External
Power
Supply
Loop-Powered
Current
Transducer
V
sup
COM
V
sup
2 A
Max

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Figure 8. Connecting a Three-Wire Current Transducer to the NI 9207E
Three-Wire
Current
Transducer
OUT
+
–
NI 9207E
+
–
COM
AI8
External
Power
Supply
V
sup
COM
V
sup
2 A
Max

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Sleep Mode
This module supports a low-power sleep mode. Support for sleep
mode at the system level depends on the chassis that the module is
plugged into. Refer to the chassis manual for information about
support for sleep mode. If the chassis supports sleep mode, refer to
the software help for information about enabling sleep mode. Visit
ni.com/info and enter cseriesdoc for information about
C Series documentation.
Typically, when a system is in sleep mode, you cannot
communicate with the modules. In sleep mode, the system
consumes minimal power and may dissipate less heat than it does
in normal mode. Refer to the Specifications section for more
information about power consumption and thermal dissipation.

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Specifications
The following specifications are typical for the range –40 to 85 °C
internal to any enclosures unless otherwise noted. All voltages are
relative to COM unless otherwise noted.
Input Characteristics
Number of channels.......................... 16 analog input channels:
8 voltage and 8 current
ADC resolution................................. 24 bits
Type of ADC..................................... Delta-Sigma
Sampling mode ................................. Scanned
Input range
Voltage channels
Minimum ............................. ±10.2 V
Typical.................................. ±10.4 V
Current channels
Minimum ............................. ±21.5 mA
Typical.................................. ±22.0 mA

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Maximum working voltage for analog inputs
(signal voltage + common-mode voltage),
voltage channels only ....................... Each channel must remain
within ±10.2 V of common
Conversion time (per channel)
High-resolution mode................. 52 ms
High-speed mode........................ 2 ms
Overvoltage protection,
channel-to-COM ............................... ±30 V max on one channel at
a time
Vsup pins, current channels only
Current........................................ 2 A max
Voltage........................................ 30 V max
Input impedance
Voltage channels......................... >1 GΩ
Current channels......................... 85 Ω

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Accuracy, voltage channels
Accuracy, current channels
Measurement Conditions
Percent of
Reading
(Gain Error)
Percent of
Range*
(Offset Error)
Calibrated max (–40 to 85 °C) ±0.52% ±0.04%
*Range equals 10.4 V
Measurement Conditions
Percent of
Reading
(Gain Error)
Percent of
Range*
(Offset Error)
Calibrated max (–40 to 85 °C) ±0.87% ±0.05%
*Range equals 22.0 mA

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Input noise
Voltage channels
High-resolution mode .......... 16 μVrms
High-speed mode ................. 80 μVrms
Current channels
High-resolution mode .......... 50 nArms
High-speed mode ................. 200 nArms
Stability
Voltage channels
Gain drift .............................. ±21 ppm/°C
Offset drift............................ ±14 μV/°C
Current channels
Gain drift .............................. ±43 ppm/°C
Offset drift............................ ±30 nA/°C
CMRR ( fin = 0 to 60 Hz),
voltage channels only ....................... 86 dB
NMRR (High-resolution mode only)
50 Hz .......................................... 66 dB
60 Hz .......................................... 68 dB

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MTBF ............................................... Contact NI for Bellcore
MTBF or MIL-HDBK-217F
specifications.
Power Requirements
Power consumption from chassis
Active mode ............................... 295 mW max
Sleep mode ................................. 25 μW max
Thermal dissipation (at –40 °C)
Active mode ............................... 0.75 W max
Sleep mode ................................. 0.59 W max
Physical Characteristics
Use a dry, low-velocity stream of air to clean the module. If
needed, use a soft-bristle brush for cleaning around components.
Note For two-dimensional drawings and
three-dimensional models of the C Series module and
connectors, visit ni.com/dimensions and search by
module number.
Weight............................................... 45 g (1.6 oz)

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Safety
Safety Voltages
Connect only voltages that are within the following limits.
Channel-to-COM .............................. ±30 V max on one channel at
a time
Isolation
Channel-to-channel .................... None
Channel-to-earth ground
Continuous ........................... 60 VDC,
Measurement Category I,
(Double insulation)
Withstand ............................. 1,000 Vrms, verified by a 5 s
dielectric withstand test
Measurement 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

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equipment, limited-energy parts of equipment, circuits powered by
regulated low-voltage sources, and electronics.
Caution Do not connect the NI 9207E to signals or use
for measurements within Measurement Categories II,
III, or IV.
Safety Standards
This product meets the requirements of the following standards of
safety for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and
laboratory use when installed in a suitable enclosure:
• IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1
• UL 61010-1, CSA 61010-1
Note For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the
product label or the Online Product Certification section.
Online Product Certification
Refer to the product Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for
additional regulatory compliance information. To obtain product
certifications and the DoC for this product, visit ni.com/
certification, search by module number or product line, and
click the appropriate link in the Certification column.