National Instruments FIELDPOINT FP-DO-403 User manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FP-DO-403
16-Channel, 5 to 30 V Sinking Discrete
Output Module
These operating instructions describe the installation, features, and
characteristics of the FP-DO-403. For details on configuring and
accessing the FP-DO-403 over a network, refer to the user manual
for the particular FieldPoint network module you are using with
the FP-DO-403.
Features
The FP-DO-403 is a FieldPoint discrete output module with the
following features:
• 16 discrete output channels
• Sinking outputs supply 2 A per channel, 16 A2per module
• Compatible with voltages from 5 to 30 VDC
• On/Off LED indicators
• Hot plug and play operation
• 3,000 V input to output isolation
• Double insulated for 250 V safe working voltage
• –40 to +70 °C operation
Installation
The FP-DO-403 mounts on a FieldPoint terminal base (FP-TB-xx)
unit. The hot plug and play operation of the FP-DO-403 allows you
to install it onto a powered terminal base without disturbing the
operation of other modules or terminal bases. The FP-DO-403
receives operating power from the terminal base.

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To install the FP-DO-403, refer to Figure 1 and follow these steps:
1. Slide the terminal base key to either position X (used for any
module) or position 6 (used for the FP-DO-403 module).
2. Align the FP-DO-403 alignment slots with the guide rails on
the terminal base.
3. Press firmly to seat the FP-DO-403 on the terminal base. The
terminal base latch locks the FP-DO-403 into place when it is
firmly seated.
Figure 1. Module Installation Diagram
Field Wiring
The terminal base provides connections for each of the sixteen
output channels and an external supply to power field devices.
Although the external supply is not needed for the internal
operation of the FP-DO-403, the outputs sink current from this
external supply. You may connect an external supply to power field
devices by connecting to the V and C terminals of the terminal
base. Each channel has one output terminal, Vout; a common
terminal, COM (internally connected to the C terminal); and a
supply terminal, Vsup (internally connected to the V terminal). If
the total current supplied by the channels of the FP-DO-403 is
more than 5 A, route the external supply to the Vsup and COM
terminals of individual channels. Otherwise, the external supply
may simply be connected to the V and C terminals. Figures 2a
and 2b show examples of basic wiring connections.
Alignment
Slot
Key
Latch
Guide Rails
Terminal BaseI/O Module

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Figure 2. Basic Field Connections (Two Channels Shown)
Table 1 lists the terminal assignments for the signals of each
channel.
Discrete Output Circuit
The discrete outputs of the FP-DO-403 consist of optically-
isolated sinking outputs. In the ON state, a transistor is turned on
between the output (Vout) terminal and the external supply (the C
and COM terminals). In the OFF state, this transistor is turned off,
allowing only a small leakage current to flow. Choose the
Table 1. Terminal Assignments
Channel
Terminal Numbers
Channel
Terminal Numbers
Vout Vsup COM Vout Vsup COM
0 1 17 18 8 9 25 26
1 2 17 18 9 10 25 26
2 3 19 20 10 11 27 28
3 4 19 20 11 12 27 28
4 5 21 22 12 13 29 30
5 6 21 22 13 14 29 30
6 7 23 24 14 15 31 32
7 8 23 24 15 16 31 32
a. Total Current Less
Than 6 Amps b. Total Current Greater Than 6 Amps
CV Vsup
–
+
Load
Vout
Load
Vsup
Vout
–
+
CV
Vout Load
Vout
Vsup
Vsup
COM
Load
Vsup
Vsup

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impedance of the loads driven by the output channels so that the
current supplied by any one channel in the ON state is no more than
2 A, and the total current supplied by all channels at any one time
is no more than 16 A2.
Use the following formula to ensure the total current per module is
not exceeded. Square the current of each channel and add them all
together. The result must be equal to or less than 16 A2. For
example, three channels with 2 A and four channels with
1 A ≤ 16 A2would be as follows: (2A)2+(2A)2+ (2A)2+ (1A)2+
(1A)2+ (1A)2+ (1A)2≤ 16 A2.
The outputs must not be short circuited to the potential of the V or
Vsup terminals (the positive voltage of the external supply). Such a
short circuit would cause many amps of current to flow through an
output and would damage the output. Check all wiring carefully
before applying power.
In the ON state, there is an effective resistance of 0.12 Ωbetween
the output (Vout) and the supply voltage (the C and COM
terminals). This resistance causes a voltage drop between the
external supply voltage and the output voltage. For example,
if the external supply voltage is 5 V and the output current is 1 A,
the output voltage is 4.88 V: [5 V – (1 A x 0.12 Ω) = 4.88 V].
Figure 3 shows the diagram of one channel’s discrete output
circuit.
Figure 3. Discrete Output Circuit
V
C
Vsup
COM
Vout
Optical
Isolation
Load

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Status Indicators
Figure 4 shows the module label and status indicators. You can
remove the insertable label to see wiring diagrams for the output
channels.
Figure 4. Status Indicators and Module Label
After the module has been inserted into a terminal base (and power
is applied), the green POWER indicator turns on and the
FP-DO-403 informs the network module of its presence. When
the network module recognizes the FP-DO-403, it sends initial
configuration information to the FP-DO-403. After receiving this
initial information, the green READY indicator turns on and the
FP-DO-403 is in its normal operating mode. In addition to the
green POWER and READY indicators, each channel has a
numbered, green, output state indicator which lights when the
channel is in the ON state.
Isolation and Safety Guidelines
Caution Read the following information before
attempting to connect any circuits which may contain
hazardous voltages to the FP-DO-403.
This section describes the isolation of the FP-DO-403 and its
compliance with international safety standards. The outputs are
isolated from the backplane provided by the terminal base with an
optical isolation barrier designed and tested to provide protection
against fault voltages of up to 3000 Vrms. In addition, the
FP-DO-403 provides double insulation (compliant to UL and
IEC safety standards) for working common mode voltages of
250 Vrms. Safety standards (such as those published by UL and

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IEC) require the use of double insulation between hazardous
voltages and any human-accessible parts or circuits. You should
never attempt to use any isolation product between human
accessible parts (such as DIN rails or monitoring stations) and
circuits which may be at hazardous potentials under normal
conditions, unless the product is specifically designed (as the
FP-DO-403 is) for such an application.
Even when a product like the FP-DO-403 is used in applications
with hazardous potentials, follow these guidelines to ensure a safe
total system.
•Thesafety isolation of the FP-DO-403 is from input to output,
not between channels on the same module. If any of the
channels on a module are wired at a hazardous potential,
ensure that all other devices or circuits connected to that
module are properly insulated from human contact.
•Donot share the external supply voltages (V and C on the
terminal base) with other devices (including other FieldPoint
devices) unless those devices are also isolated from human
contact.
• As with any hazardous voltage wiring, ensure that all wiring
and connections meet with applicable electrical codes or
common sense practices. Mount terminal bases in an area,
position, or cabinet that prevents accidental or unauthorized
access to wiring with hazardous voltages.
• The isolation of the FP-DO-403 is certified as double insulated
for normal operating voltages of 250 Vrms. Do not use the
FP-DO-403 as the sole isolating barrier between human
contact and working voltages of more than 250 Vrms.
Specifications
These specifications are typical for the range –40 to +70 °C unless
otherwise noted.
Input Characteristics
Number of channels..........................16
Output type .......................................Sinking
Voltage range ....................................5 to 30 VDC
Output impedance.............................0.12 Ω
(0.12 volts drop at 1 A)

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Maximum output current..................2 A per channel,
16 A2per module
Note Sum of output currents squared must be less than
16 A2. (For example, 1 A on 16 channels or 2 A on four
channels).
Maximum OFF state leakage............50 µA
Output delay times............................50 µs
Isolation ............................................3,000 Vrms
Safety isolation, working voltage .....250 Vrms, designed per IEC
1010 as double insulated
Physical
Indicators ..........................................Green POWER and
READYindicators,16green
output state indicators
Weight...............................................140 g (4.8 oz.)
Power Requirements
Power from network module ............600 mW
Environment
Operating temperature ......................–40 to +70 °C
Storage temperature..........................–55 to +100 °C
Relative humidity..............................5% to 90% non-condensing
CE Mark Compliance
This product meets applicable EU directive(s) as follows:
Safety isolation .................................EN 61010 (double insulation
for 250 Vrms working
isolation, installation
category II)
EMC directive
Immunity....................................EN 50082-1:1994
Emissions ...................................EN 55011:1991 Group I
Class A at 10 meters

Mechanical Dimensions
Figure 5 shows the mechanical dimensions of the FP-DO-403.
Dimensions are given in inches [millimeters].
Figure 5. Mechanical Dimensions
4.31
[109.5]
3.60 [91.44]
4.22 [107.19]