16-channel, ±20 ma/±10 v, 24-bit analog input module (25 pages)
Summary of Contents for National Instruments NI DCM-23 Series
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GETTING STARTED GUIDE NI DCM-23XX Embedded Direct Injector Control and Measurement (DCM) Device with Real-Time Processor and Reconfigurable FPGA This device sources hazardous voltages up to 250V. You must Hazardous Voltage take the following precautions. A hazardous voltage is a voltage greater than 42.4 Vpk voltage or 60 VDC to earth ground.
About This Manual This document explains how to begin using the National Instruments DCM family of devices. The scope is limited to focus on initial DCM startup and basic operation using the DCM Starter Harness and DSI software.
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Figure 1. DCM Starter Harness Connections PDU-2300 Heavy-duty power supply cables Light-duty power supply cables Emergency stop Power supply RS-232 All I/O terminals come unpopulated in the DCM Starter Harness kit. These Note connections must be populated by the user in order for the relevant functions to be used.
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What to Do Complete the following steps to connect power to the DCM. • Ensure the DCM Starter Harness is connected as discussed in the Connecting the DCM Starter Harness section. • Connect power supply leads terminated with properly rated ring terminals to the PDU Positive (+) and Negative (-) input studs.
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Caution Any files, including calibrations, present on the DCM during formatting will be lost. Prior to formatting, any files present on the DCM must be backed up in order to be saved. Files may be copied from the DCM by WebDAV file transfer. Select Format Disk.
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Table 2. LED Indicators LED Name LED Color Pattern Indication POWER/LOCK Green Solid The DCM is powered on and I/O is Unlocked Amber Solid The DCM is powered on and I/O is Locked — The DCM is powered off STATUS Amber 2 Flashes The DCM has detected an error in its...
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