Racelogic DAC01 User Manual

Digital analogue converter

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Digital Analogue Converter

User Guide

Issue 1
22 May 2014

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    Digital Analogue Converter User Guide Issue 1 22 May 2014...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Level mode settings ..................................7 Frequency mode settings ................................7 Calibrate ............................ 8 Specifications ..........................9 Connection data ......................... 9 Connection data (continued) ....................10 Unit dimensions ........................11 Upgrading the DAC01 firmware ....................11 Contact information ......................... 11 Page | 3 22 May 2014...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    LED behaviour CN (CAN)  Flashes Blue as the DAC01 receives CAN data. SC (Serial)  Flashes Green as the DAC01 receives RS232 data. PR (Power)  Solid Red as long as the DAC01 is powered up. Standard inventory Description...
  • Page 5: Configuring The Dac01

    Configuration of the DAC01 is performed using Racelogic Config software. Using the supplied RLCAB001 cable, connect the serial port on the DAC01 to the computers 9 way D serial port – this can be done via a serial > USB converter if required.
  • Page 6: Channels

    1. Channel list – Shows the channel name and states if the output is configured to analogue, level or frequency. Select a channel here to configure or view its input and output settings. 2. Baud rate – Set the baud rate which the DAC01 will read CAN data from. CAN input tab 1.
  • Page 7: Channel Output Tab

    0v. Frequency mode settings Set the minimum and maximum frequency range to be outputted by the DAC01 module. This corresponds directly with the expected input range as set on the left hand side of this screen.
  • Page 8: Calibrate

    The DAC01 will first output a low voltage on each channel, measure the voltage and enter the individual values. In the next step, the DAC01 will output higher voltages. Again, these needs to be measured and the values entered. The DAC01 will then output 5V on each channel. This is the end of the calibration procedure.
  • Page 9: Specifications

    DAC01 MANUAL Specifications Specification Output Channels 4 Analogue Channels 7 Digital Channels Output Signal Range Analogue Voltage 0 to +10VDC Digital 0V/+12 VDC Resolution Analogue Voltage 12 bit, 2.44 mV per bit Timer Compare 16 bit Voltage Accuracy ±0.1% Power Supply Voltage +12VDC (±...
  • Page 10: Connection Data (Continued)

    DAC01 MANUAL Connection data (continued) Pin numbering on LEMO socket connector Connector 1 – CAN/POWER IN Function Direct connection to Connector 2 pin 1 Direct connection to Connector 2 pin 2 CAN High CAN Low +12 V Power Chassis Ground Connector 2 –...
  • Page 11: Unit Dimensions

    DAC01 MANUAL Unit dimensions Upgrading the DAC01 firmware It is recommended to check the web site periodically for updates. To upgrade the DAC01 firmware, download the following from the RL website. The DAC01 latest firmware file (.RUF extension file) Racelogic Upgrader software Connect the DAC01 to the PC via the supplied RLCAB001 serial cable, and apply power to the DAC01.

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