Pc104 plus digital i/o module with galvanic isolation (44 pages)
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AIC324 Analog and Digital Input / Output Module User Manual July 2018 Version 1.7.1...
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Fastwel assumes no liability for consequential or incidental damages originated by the use of this software. This document contains information, which is property of Fastwel Co. Ltd. It is not allowed to reproduce it or transmit by any means, to translate the document or to convert it to any electronic form in full or in parts without antecedent written...
AIC324 User Manual Table of contents Table of contents Trademarks Ownership Rights Notation Conventions Manufacturer's warranties General information Purpose and technical characteristics of the module ..................8 Module’s structure and functioning ......................11 Connectors and Ports ..........................15 Labeling………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..23 Packaging ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..23 Intended use Preparation for use .............................
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This document contains information, which is property of Fastwel Co. Ltd. It is not allowed to reproduce it or transmit by any means, to translate the document or to convert it to any electronic form in full or in parts without antecedent written approval of Fastwel Co. Ltd. or one of its officially authorized agents.
This User Manual (hereinafter referred to as the User Manual) is designed for getting acquainted with the device, its principle of operation and main information, required for the commissioning, intended use and servicing of the device “Analog and Discrete Input / Output Module AIC324” (hereinafter referred to as the Module).
Warranty period The warranty period for the products made by Fastwel LLC is 36 months since the sale date (unless otherwise provided by the supply contract). The warranty period for the custom-made products is 60 months since the sale date (unless otherwise provided by the supply contract.
User Manual AIC 324 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 PURPOSE AND TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MODULE 1.1.1 Purpose of the module The analog-to-digital input/output module is designed for input and output of analog and digital signals from real-time control systems, production control, high-speed data collection and processing. In addition, the module enables prompt replacement of the working software of the built-in FPGA, which provides additional opportunities for adapting the module to specific tasks.
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User Manual AIC 324 Weight: no more than: 0.12 kg. Note – The MTBF values are calculated using the Telcordia Issue 1 calculation model (calculation method Method I Case 3) for continuous operation in case of the ground- based installation under conditions corresponding to the climatic category 4 as per the GOST standard 15150-69, at the ambient temperature of + 30°С.
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User Manual AIC 324 1.1.5 Maximum measurement deviations and currents and voltages generations Limits of the maximum basic percentage error, ±, % ADC measurement range Under normal conditions Within operating temperature range 0..0,625V 0..1,25V 0..2,5V 0..5V 0..10V ±0,625V ±1,25V ±2,5V ±5V ±10V 0 …...
User Manual AIC 324 1.2 MODULE’S STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONING 1.2.1 Location of main components Location of the main components (including connectors for module’s external connections) is given in figure 1.1. Reference notations of connectors in figure correspond to the notations on the board. Figure 1.1 –...
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User Manual AIC 324 1.2.2 Block Diagram .2 – Module’s Block Diagram Figure 1 The module includes the following functional blocks: - Galvanically isolated digital and analog I/O unit. - Digital I/O unit compatible with 8255. - Timer unit compatible with 8254. The analog I/O unit (XP9 connector) consists of a 16-bit ADC with a multiplexed 32x channel input, a 16-bit 4x channel DAC, a path calibration system, a temperature sensor and a digital input/output channel.
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User Manual AIC 324 The digital I/O unit (XP12 connector) is compatible with an 8255 chip. Port A supports operation in the 0 and 1 modes, the other ports - only in the mode 0. The additional port D consists of 6 I/O lines. All ports have current-limiting protective resistors and the ability to “pull down”...
Yellow (LED1) 1.2.5 Delivery checklist The delivery checklist includes: Analog I/O module AIC324; Antistatic packaging (plastic bag) – 1; Consumer packaging (cardboard box) – 1. Note – If any of the provided components are missing or have external mechanical damages, please contact the authorized distributor by whom the module was purchased.
User Manual AIC 324 1.3.2. Digital Connector Table 5: Pinout of Digital Connector (XP12) Latch DGND Table 6: Designation of the main functional outputs of the XP12 digital connector Name Function A7 – A0 Digital I/O port A B7 – B0 Digital I/O port B C7 –...
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User Manual AIC 324 Name Lower ADC channel number in scan mode. Writing to this register leads to setting of the channel at the module. Channel number can be from 0 to 31. Higher ADC channel number in scan mode. Bit # Name Higher ADC channel number in scan mode.
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User Manual AIC 324 Write 8 lower DAC bits Bit # Name DAC7 DAC6 DAC5 DAC4 DAC3 DAC2 DAC1 DAC0 8 lower DAC bits Write 8 higher DAC bits Bit # Name DAC15 DAC14 DAC13 DAC12 DAC11 DAC10 DAC9 DAC8 8 higher DAC bits.
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User Manual AIC 324 Isolated digital outputs control Bit # х х Name Debounce DINTE DOUT2 DOUT1 DOUT0 Bits DOUT2-0 – Control of digital outputs at analog connector. Bit LED = 1, – Switch on the VD1 onboard LED. Bit DINTE – Enable interrupt from digital IO. Bit Debounce –...
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User Manual AIC 324 1.3.5 Page 1 – Input / Output port 8255 Port A read/write Port B read/write Port C read/write Control port read/write Operating modes and registers fully comply with the Intel 8255 microchip. For details, see the standard description, e.g.: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intel_8255 ATTENTION! All the ports support the 0 port.
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User Manual AIC 324 Control of ADC clocking Bit # х х х х Name CLKSEL CLKEN DMAEN Bit DMAEN resolution for DMA channel operation at ADC data acquisition with the use of FIFO. Bit CLKEN рclocking resolution of ADC conversion start. If bit = 0, then ADC start is possible only by writing to the relevant bit of the board register.
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User Manual AIC 324 Upper address of DAC buffer Bit # Name DACA9 DACA8 Bits DACA9-8 Address for writing the DAC data to the circular buffer of signal generator with the use of the DAC. Buffer length amounts to 1024 DAC readouts. Code and number of DAC channel are written. Configuration of the operation mode of signal generator (DAG) Bit # Name...
The box sticker contains the following symbols: Name of the module’s version; Designation of the module’s version in the Fastwel® product catalog. 1.5 PACKAGING In accordance with the requirements of the manufacturing specifications, the module is packed in an individual anti-static package (package) and placed in a separate consumer container (cardboard box).
User Manual AIC 324 2 INTENDED USE 2.1 PREPARATION FOR USE 2.1.1 Information on the types of hazardous exposures Module’s design makes it safe for human life and health when used under specified operating conditions. The module contains no sources of hazardous exposures. 2.1.2 General requirements All installation and preparation works with the module and the devices connected to it should be carried out only when the power supply of the devices is switched off and there are no voltages...
The module should be repaired only in the Service Centers of the manufacturer or in the authorized Service Centers of FASTWEL®. The main provisions and the grounds for carrying out repairs are set out in Section 8 of the User Manual.
User Manual AIC 324 6 TRANSPORTATION 6.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND CONDITIONS 6.1.1 Transport packaging The module should be transported in a separate packaging box (transport packaging) of the manufacturing facility, which consists of an individual antistatic bag and a cardboard box. It is possible to transport the modules, packaged in individual antistatic packages, in multiple packaging (transport packaging) of the manufacturing facility.
User Manual AIC 324 6.3 PLACEMENT AND FIXING THE SHIPPING CONTAINER Placement and fixing of the shipping container should ensure stability of its position, excluding displacements and impacts during transportation. ATTENTION: DURING TRANSPORTATION, ANY JOLTS, DROPS OR IMPACTS SHOULD BE AVOIDED, SINCE THEY COULD HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE SAFETY AND WORKING EFFICIENCY OF THE MODULE! 7 UNPACKING 7.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND CONDITIONS...
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User Manual AIC 324 ATTENTION – If any of the components of the delivery checklist are missing or have external mechanical damages, contact the authorized distributor by whom the module was purchased. Please keep the marketable condition of consumer packaging (bag) of the manufacturing company till the end of the warranty period.
User Manual AIC 324 ANNEX A (provided for reference) List of the abbreviations and notations used Module – analog and digital I/O module AIC324; FASTWEL® –Fastwel® company, official distributor; UM or Manual – User Manual;...
User Manual AIC 324 ANNEX B (Mandatory) Functions of jumpers of AIC324 Jumper Function DACK3 DRQ3 DACK1 DRQ1 IRQ7 IRQ6 IRQ5 IRQ4 Pulling-up interrupts. Is set if the board is the only board on this interrupt. IRQ3 IRQ14 IRQ15 IRQ12...
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User Manual AIC 324 Setting the jumpers for enabling the current measurement mode. The current is measured only in the differential mode of the board operation. Position of 1-2 XP4 jumper Position of 3-4 XP4 jumper Positions of jumpers for the current measurement modes.
User Manual AIC 324 ANNEX C (provided for reference) Comparative characteristics of the parameters of modules by various manufacturers made in PC/104 form-factor AIC324 DMM32DX- STX104 Model 526 DM6430HR-1 (Fastwel (Apex (Sensoray) (RTD) (Diamond) Embedded System) PC104 PC104 PC104 PC104...
1.2 Use of the Fastwel products as well as the objects of intellectual property containing in them, in the ways and for the purposes, not provided by the present user manual and datasheet isn't allowed without preliminary written approval of Fastwel.
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