The Sealevel Systems PIO-96.PCI provides twelve eight-bit ports compatible with 8255 mode 0. Each port may be individually configured as inputs or outputs. What’s Included The PIO-96.PCI is shipped with the following items. If any of these items is missing or damaged, contact the supplier. • PIO-96.PCI Adapter •...
3. Locate an available PCI slot and remove the blank metal slot cover. 4. Remove the clamping portion of the bracket from the card. 5. Gently insert the PIO-96.PCI into the slot. Make sure that the adapter is seated properly.
Technical Description Technical Description The PIO-96.PCI provides 96 channels of digital I/O configurable as inputs or outputs, which can be utilized for PC based control and automation including sensors, switches, satellite antenna control systems, video and audio studio automation, security control systems, and other industrial automation systems.
Party Software Support Third party software support for many HMI/MMI and other process control software is included on the product installation CD. For the most up to date information on third party software support, please visit http://www.sealevel.com/3rdpartysw.htm. Sealevel Systems PIO-96.PCI Page 4...
Low Level Input Voltage Max 0.8 V High Level Output Voltage Min 2 V at 15 mA Typically 3.4 V at 3 mA Low Level Output Voltage Max 0.55 V at 24 mA Figure 1-Electrical Characteristics Sealevel Systems PIO-96.PCI Page 5...
Resistor Port Resistor Port Port A1 Port A3 Port B1 Port B3 Port C1 Port C3 Port A2 RP10 Port A4 Port B2 RP11 Port B4 Port C2 RP12 Port C4 Figure 2-Pull Up Resistors Sealevel Systems PIO-96.PCI Page 6...
Technical Description 50 pin ribbon cable pin out Figure 3-50 Pin Ribbon Cable Pin Out Description Pin # Port A Port B Port C All Even pins Sealevel Systems PIO-96.PCI Page 7...
The purpose of this section of the manual is to help the customer with the mapping of the API to the actual inputs for the PIO-96.PCI specifically. Complete documentation of the API can be found in its accompanying help file.
1 on power up CWnD5 0 or 1 (no effect) CWnD6 0 or 1 (no effect) CWnD7 Always a 1 n = port number CWnD3 CWnD0 Port C direction output input input input Figure 4-Control Words/Port Direction Sealevel Systems PIO-96.PCI Page 9...
) input port of the device will be utilized. In all addressing modes, port numbers are zero-indexed; that is, the first port is port #0, the second port is #1, the third #2, and so on. Sealevel Systems PIO-96.PCI Page 10...
In systems where the users program has direct access to the hardware (DOS) the tables below gives the mapping and functions that the PIO-96.PCI provide. The address of each eight-bit port is calculated as shown in the table on the following page, the cards base address plus an offset.
0 or 1 (no effect) CWnD7 Always a 1 n = port number CWnD3 CWnD0 Port C direction output input input input Control Word (X = 0) Hex Value Port Setup C Upper C Lower Sealevel Systems PIO-96.PCI Page 16...
3. Use the SeaIO control panel applet for card identification and configuration. 4. If these steps do not solve your problem, please call Sealevel Systems’ Technical Support, (864) 843-4343. Our technical support is free and available from 8:00AM-5PM Eastern Time Monday through Friday.
If possible, please have the adapter installed in a computer ready to run diagnostics. 3. Sealevel Systems provides an FAQ section on its web site. Please refer to this to answer many common questions. This section can be found at http://www.sealevel.com/faq.htm...
Always use cabling provided with this product if possible. If no cable is provided or if an alternate cable is required, use high quality shielded cabling to maintain compliance with FCC/EMC directives. Sealevel Systems PIO-96.PCI Page 22...
Sealevel Systems, Inc. provides a limited lifetime warranty. Should this product fail to be in good working order at any time, Sealevel Systems will, at it’s option, replace or repair it at no additional charge except as set forth in the following terms. This warranty does not apply to products damaged by misuse, modifications, accident or disaster.