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- Page 2 RedLab 1024LS USB-based Digital I/O Module User's Guide Document Revision 1.4 E, January, 2008 © Copyright 2008, Meilhaus Electronic...
- Page 3 However, mistakes may not have been erased completely. For this reason, the firm Meilhaus Electronic GmbH feels obliged to point out that they cannot be take on neither any warranty (apart from the claims for warranty as agreed) nor legal responsibility or liability for consequences caused by incorrect instructions.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Chapter 1 Introducing the RedLab 1024LS ......................6 RedLab 1024LS block diagram ..........................7 Software features ..............................7 Connecting a RedLab 1024LS to your computer is easy..................8 Chapter 2 Installing the RedLab 1024LS ......................9 What comes with your RedLab 1024LS shipment?....................9 Hardware ..................................9 Additional documentation.............................. -
Page 5: Preface
About this User's Guide What you will learn from this user's guide This user's guide explains how to install, configure, and use the RedLab 1024LS so that you get the most out of its USB digital I/O features. This user's guide also refers you to related documents available on our web site, and to technical support resources. -
Page 6: Introducing The Redlab 1024Ls
It is designed for USB 1.1 ports, and was tested for full compatibility with both USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 ports. The RedLab 1024LS features 24 bits of digital I/O and one 32-bit external event counter. The device is powered by the +5 volt USB supply. No external power is required. -
Page 7: Redlab 1024Ls Block Diagram
Software features For information on the features of InstaCal and the other software included with your RedLab 1024LS, refer to the Quick Start Guide that shipped with your device. The Quick Start Guide is also available in PDF on our... -
Page 8: Connecting A Redlab 1024Ls To Your Computer Is Easy
HID because it is a standard, and its performance delivers full control and maximizes data transfer rates for your RedLab 1024LS. No third-party device driver is required. The RedLab 1024LS is plug-and-play. There are no jumpers to position, DIP switches to set, or interrupts to configure. -
Page 9: Installing The Redlab 1024Ls
In addition to this hardware user's guide, you should also receive the Quick Start Guide (available on our RedLab CD (root directory)). This booklet supplies a brief description of the software you received with your RedLab 1024LS and information regarding installation of that software. Please read this booklet completely before installing any software or hardware. -
Page 10: Unpacking The Redlab 1024Ls
To connect the RedLab 1024LS to your system, turn your computer on, and connect the USB cable to a USB port on your computer or to an external USB hub that is connected to your computer. The USB cable provides power and communication to the RedLab 1024LS. - Page 11 If the LED turns off If the LED is illuminated but then turns off, the computer has lost communication with the RedLab 1024LS. To restore communication, disconnect the USB cable from the computer, and then reconnect it. This action should...
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Page 12: Functional Details
+5 V. No external power supply is required. The LED on the front of the housing indicates the communication status of the RedLab 1024LS. It uses up to 5 mA of current and cannot be disabled. The table below explains the function of the RedLab 1024LS LED. -
Page 13: Screw Terminal Wiring
Screw terminal wiring The RedLab 1024LS has two rows of screw terminals – one row on the top edge of the housing, and one row on the bottom edge. Each screw terminal bank provides 20 connections. Pin numbers are identified in Figure 4. -
Page 14: Main Connector And Pin Out
You can configure each digital port for either input or output. When configured for input, you can use the RedLab 1024LS digital I/O terminals to detect the state of any TTL level input. Refer to the switch shown in Figure 5 and the schematic shown in Figure 6. If the switch is set to the +5 V input, Port A0 reads TRUE (1). -
Page 15: Power Terminals
For more information on digital signal connections and digital I/O techniques, refer to the Guide to Signal Connections (available on our RedLab CD (root directory). Power terminals The PC +5 V connection (pin 30) is on the bottom screw terminal of the RedLab 1024LS. Refer to the pinout diagram on page 14 for the location of this pin. -
Page 16: Ground Terminals
Functional Details Ground terminals The 8 ground ( ) connections are identical, and provide a common ground for all RedLab 1024LS functions. Refer to the pinout diagram on page 3-14 for the location of the GND terminal pins. Counter terminal Pin 20 ( ) is the input to the 32-bit external event counter. -
Page 17: Specifications
4.1 V min, 5.25 V max Output Current (Note 3) Connected to Self-Powered Hub 460 mA max Connected to Bus-Powered Hub 60 mA max This is the total current requirement for the RedLab 1024LS which includes up to 5mA for the status Note 1: LED. -
Page 18: General
RedLab 1024LS User's Guide Specifications Self-powered refers to USB hubs and hosts with a power supply. Bus-powered refers to USB hubs and Note 2: hosts without their own power supply. This refers to the total amount of current that can be sourced from the USB +5V and digital outputs. -
Page 19: Main Connector And Pin Out
RedLab 1024LS User's Guide Specifications Main connector and pin out Table 7. Connector specifications Connector type Screw terminal Wire gauge range 30-16 AWG Table 8. Connector pin out Signal Name Signal Name Port C0 Port A0 Port C1 Port A1... - Page 20 Meilhaus Electronic GmbH Fischerstrasse 2 D-82178 Puchheim, Germany Phone: +49 (0)89 89 01 66-0 Fax: +49 (0)89 89 01 66-77 E-Mail: sales@meilhaus.com http://www.meilhaus.com...
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