National Instruments NI 9403 User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS
NI 9403
32-Channel, TTL Digital Input/Output Module
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NI 9403 Operating Instructions and Specifications 2 ni.com
This document describes how to use the National Instruments 9403
and includes specifications and pin assignments for the NI 9403.
Visit ni.com/info and enter rdsoftwareversion to determine
which software youneed for the modules youare 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.
Note The safety guidelines and specifications in this
document are specific to the NI 9403. The other
components in the system might not meet the same safety
ratings and specifications. Refer to the documentation for
each component in the system to determine the safety
ratings and specifications for the entire system. Visit
ni.com/info and enter cseriesdoc for information
about C Series documentation.

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Safety Guidelines
Operate the NI 9403 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 NI 9403 is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B,
C, D, T4 hazardous locations; Class I, Zone 2, AEx nA IIC T4, and
Ex nA IIC T4 hazardous locations; and nonhazardous locations
only. Follow these guidelines if youare installing the NI 9403 in a
potentially explosive environment. Not following these guidelines
may result in serious injury or death.
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.

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Caution Substitution of components may impair
suitability for Class I, Division 2.
Caution For Zone 2 applications, install the system
in an enclosure rated to at least IP 54 as defined by
IEC 60529 and EN 60529.
Caution For Zone 2 applications, connected signals must
be within the following limit:
Capacitance .......................... 0.02 μF max
Special Conditions for Hazardous Locations Use in Europe
This equipment has been evaluated as Ex nA IIC T4 equipment
under DEMKO Certificate No. 07 ATEX 0626664X. Each module
is marked II 3G and is suitable for use in Zone 2 hazardous
locations. If youare using the NI 9403 in Gas Group IIC hazardous
locations or in ambient temperatures of –40 °C ≤Ta ≤70 °C, you
must use the device in an NI chassis that has been evaluated as
EEx nC IIC T4, Ex nA IIC T4, or Ex nL IIC T4 equipment.

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Special Conditions for Marine Applications
Some modules are Lloyd’s Register (LR) Type Approved for
marine applications. To verify Lloyd’s Register certification, visit
ni.com/certification and search for the LR certificate, or
look for the Lloyd’s Register mark on the module.
Caution To meet radio frequency emission requirements
for marine applications, use shielded cables and install
the system in a metal enclosure. Suppression ferrites
must be installed on power supply inputs near power
entries to modules and controllers. Power supply and
module cables must be separated on opposite sides of the
enclosure and must enter and exit through opposing
enclosure walls.

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Connecting the NI 9403
The NI 9403 has a 37-pin DSUB connector that provides
connections for the 32 digital input/output channels.
Figure 1. NI 9403 Pin Assignments
DIO16
DIO17
DIO18
DIO19
DIO20
DIO21
DIO22
DIO23
COM
COM
DIO24
DIO25
DIO26
DIO27
DIO28
DIO29
DIO30
DIO31
DIO0
DIO1
DIO2
DIO3
DIO4
DIO5
DIO6
DIO7
COM
COM
DIO8
DIO9
DIO10
DIO11
DIO12
DIO13
DIO14
DIO15
RSVD
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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10
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Each channel has a DIO pin to which youcan connect a digital
input or output device. The 32 DIO channels are internally
referenced to COM, so youcan use any of the four COM lines as a
reference for the external signal.
Yo ucan independently configure each DIO channel in software for
input or output. The DIO channels have Schmitt trigger inputs and
are compatible with 5 V TTL logic devices. Each input channel has
hysteresis for improved performance with noisy and
non-monotonic input signals. Each channel also has a pull-down
resistor and includes overvoltage, overcurrent, and short-circuit
protection. Refer to the Specifications section for more information
about input thresholds and overvoltage protection. Refer to the
Overcurrent/Short-Circuit Protection section for more
information about overcurrent and short-circuit protection.

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Refer to Figure 2 for an illustration of several types of digital
devices connected to the NI 9403.
Figure 2. Connecting Digital Devices to the NI 9403
TTL Signal
+5 V
+5 V
LED
DIO0 as Input
DIO1 as Input
COM
DIO2 as Output
NI 9403
Dev 3
Dev 2
Dev 1

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Overcurrent/Short-Circuit Protection
The overcurrent protection allows only a specified amount of
current through the output channels to protect the NI 9403 from
short circuits. If the NI 9403 goes into an overcurrent state, the
module sets all the DIO channels to high impedance for
approximately 280 milliseconds. When the channels are in this
state, the NI 9403 can accept new line direction configuration and
output state data but cannot pass valid input data to the software.
After the protection period, the NI 9403 automatically recovers to
the latest direction configuration and output state. If the
overcurrent condition still exists, the module again sets the
channels to high impedance. This cycle continues until the
overcurrent condition is removed. Refer to the Specifications
section for more information about the maximum output current.
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

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ni.com/info and enter cseriesdoc for information about
C Series documentation.
Typically, when a system is in sleep mode, youcannot
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.
Specifications
The following specifications are typical for the range –40 to 70 °C
unless otherwise noted. All voltages are relative to COM unless
otherwise noted.
Input/Output Characteristics
Number of channels.......................... 32 DIO channels
Input/output type............................... TTL, single-ended
Default power-on line direction ........ Input

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Digital logic levels
Input
Voltage ................................. – 0.25 to 5.25 V
High, VIH.............................. 2.2 V min
Low, VIL ............................... 0.8 V max
Hysteresis, VH...................... 0.2 V min
Output
High, VOH............................. 5.2 V max
Sourcing 100 μA ........... 4.75 V min
Sourcing 2 mA............... 4.4 V min
Low, VOL
Sinking 100 μA ............. 0.1 V max
Sinking 2 mA................. 0.26 V max
Input current (0 V ≤Vin ≤4.5 V)...... ±250 μA max
Module output current1..................... 64 mA max
Input capacitance .............................. 30 pF
1 Module output current is the maximum guaranteed current that the module can drive
from all the I/O lines without going into an overcurrent state.

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Timing
Input
Setup time1........................... 10 ns min
Hold time2............................ 60 ns min
Output
Propagation delay3............... 330 ns max
Channel-to-channel skew4... 265 ns max
1 Setup time is the amount of time input signals must be stable before reading from the
module.
2 Hold time is the amount of time input signals must be stable after initiating a read
from the module.
3 Propagation delay is the amount of time after writing to the module that the output
signals become valid.
4 Channel-to-channel skew is the amount of time between the first output signal
updating and the last output signal updating.

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Update/transfer time1
cRIO-9151 R Series
Expansion chassis ................ 8 μS max
All other chassis................... 7 μS max
Direction change time1............... 18 μS max
Overvoltage protection
Channel-to-COM .............................. ±30 V max on up to
8 channels at a time;
however, continued use at
this level will degrade the life
of the module.
1 The update/transfer and direction change times are valid when the module is used in
a CompactRIO system. When used in other systems, driver software and system
latencies impact these times.

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MTBF ............................................... 763,325 hours at 25 °C;
Bellcore Issue 2, Method 1,
Case 3, Limited Part Stress
Method
Note Contact NI for Bellcore MTBF specifications
at other temperatures or for MIL-HDBK-217F
specifications.
Power Requirements
Power consumption from chassis
Active mode ............................... 1 W max
Sleep mode ................................. 25 μW max
Thermal dissipation (at 70 °C)
Active mode ............................... 1 W max
Sleep mode ................................. 25 μW max
Physical Characteristics
If youneed to clean the module, wipe it with a dry towel.
Weight............................................... 150 g (5.3 oz)

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Safety
Safety Voltages
Connect only voltages that are within the following limits.
Channel-to-COM .............................. ±30 V max on up to
8 channels at a time,
Measurement Category I
Isolation
Channel-to-channel .................... None
Channel-to-earth ground
Continuous ........................... 60 VDC,
Measurement Category I
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 9403 to signals or use for
measurements within Measurement Categories II,
III, or IV.
Safety Standards
This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following
standards of safety for electrical equipment for measurement,
control, and laboratory use:
• 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 visit ni.com/certification, search
by module 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 nA IIC T4
Canada (C-UL) ................................. Class I, Division 2,
Groups A, B, C, D, T4;
Class I, Zone 2,
Ex nA IIC T4
Europe (DEMKO)............................. Ex nA IIC T4
Environmental
National Instruments C Series modules are intended for indoor use
only but may be used outdoors if installed in a suitable enclosure.
Refer to the manual for the chassis youare using for more
information about meeting these specifications.
Operating temperature
(IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2) .....–40 to 70 °C
Storage temperature
(IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2) .....–40 to 85 °C
Ingress protection.............................. IP 40

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Operating humidity
(IEC 60068-2-56).............................. 10 to 90% RH,
noncondensing
Storage humidity
(IEC 60068-2-56).............................. 5 to 95% RH,
noncondensing
Maximum altitude............................. 2,000 m
Pollution Degree (IEC 60664) .......... 2
Shock and Vibration
To meet these specifications, youmust panel mount the system.
Operating vibration
Random (IEC 60068-2-64)......... 5 grms, 10 to 500 Hz
Sinusoidal (IEC 60068-2-6) ....... 5 g, 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

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Electromagnetic Compatibility
This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following
standards of EMC for electrical equipment for measurement,
control, and laboratory use:
• EN 61326 EMC requirements; Industrial Immunity
• EN 55011 Emissions; Group 1, Class A
• CE, C-Tick, ICES, and FCC Part 15 Emissions; Class A
Note For EMC compliance, operate this device with
shielded cabling.
CE Compliance
This product meets the essential requirements of applicable
European directives, as amended for CE markings, as follows:
• 2006/95/EC; Low-Voltage Directive (safety)
• 2004/108/EC; Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(EMC)
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

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ni.com/certification, search by module number or
product line, and click the appropriate link in the
Certification column.
Environmental Management
National Instruments is committed to designing and manufacturing
products in an environmentally responsible manner. NI recognizes
that eliminating certain hazardous substances from our products is
beneficial not only to the environment but also to NI customers.
For additional environmental information, refer to the NI and the
Environment Web page at ni.com/environment. This page
contains the environmental regulations and directives with which
NI complies, as well as other environmental information not
included in this document.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
EU Customers At the end of their life cycle, all products
must be sent to a WEEE recycling center. For more
information about WEEE recycling centers and National
Instruments WEEE initiatives, visit ni.com/
environment/weee.htm.