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BNC-2140 User Manual Dynamic Signal Acquisition Signal Conditioning Accessory BNC-2140 User Manual June 2003 Edition Part Number 321933D-01 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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The reader should consult National Instruments if errors are suspected. In no event shall National Instruments be liable for any damages arising out of or related to this document or the information contained in it.
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These classes are known as Class A (for use in industrial-commercial locations only) or Class B (for use in residential or commercial locations). All National Instruments (NI) products are FCC Class A products. Depending on where it is operated, this Class A product could be subject to restrictions in the FCC rules. (In Canada, the Department of Communications (DOC), of Industry Canada, regulates wireless interference in much the same way.) Digital...
Related Documentation The following documents contain information you may find helpful: • National Instruments Application Note 025, Field Wiring and Noise Considerations for Analog Signals • NI 4551/4552 User Manual •...
The BNC-2140 is a signal conditioning accessory specifically designed for use with a dynamic signal acquisition (DSA) device. It interfaces four BNC signal inputs and two BNC signal outputs directly to National Instruments DSA products including the NI PCI-4451, NI PCI-4452, NI PCI-4551, and NI PCI-4552.
Never touch exposed connector pins. Remove the device from the package and inspect the device for loose components or any other sign of damage. Notify National Instruments if the device appears damaged in any way. Do not install a damaged device onto your computer.
This chapter explains how to install and configure the BNC-2140. Installation Note You must power off the computer and install your National Instruments DSA device before installing the BNC-2140. Refer to your DSA device documentation for instructions. Perform the following steps to install the BNC-2140: Insert either end of the SHC68-C68-A1 analog cable into the 68-pin connector on the BNC-2140.
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Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration Note You can connect or disconnect BNC cables carrying signals without powering off the computer. IEPE POWER Connector Accessory AI 0 AI 2 IEPE POWER IEPE POWER IEPE POWER AI 1 AI 3 IEPE POWER IEPE POWER AO 0 AO 1...
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Chapter 3 Signal Connections Table 3-1. BNC Analog I/O Connector Signal Descriptions (Continued) Signal Name Reference Direction Description +AO 1 –AO 1 Output +Analog Output Channel 1—This pin supplies the analog non-inverting output channel 1. This signal passes through the internal BNC conductor. –AO 1 +AO 1 Output...
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BNC-2140 accessory can damage the BNC-2140, any device connected to it, and the host computer. Maximum input ratings for each signal are listed in Appendix A, Specifications. National Instruments is not liable for any damage resulting from signal connections exceeding maximum ratings.
Chapter 4 Theory of Operation Analog Input Circuitry The BNC-2140 has four identical analog input channels. The BNC-2140 supplies a constant current for IEPE accelerometers and microphone preamplifiers. Many accelerometers use piezoelectric materials to generate a charge proportional to the acceleration applied. These types of accelerometers are susceptible to external noise.
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Appendix A Specifications Analog Output Number of channels........2 Maximum voltage (SE mode)....±7.07 V (5 V between AO GND and –AO x Output coupling ........DC Power Requirement (from DSA device) Power consumption ........400 mA at +5 VDC Physical Dimensions ..........14.4 by 11.2 by 5.5 cm (5.7 by 4.4 by 2.2 in.) I/O connectors I/O signals........6 BNC connectors (outer shell...
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Technical Support and Professional Services Visit the following sections of the National Instruments Web site at for technical support and professional services: ni.com • Support—Online technical support resources include the following: – Self-Help Resources—For immediate answers and solutions, visit our extensive library of technical support resources available in English, Japanese, and Spanish at .
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Appendix B Technical Support and Professional Services • Calibration Certificate—If your product supports calibration, you can obtain the calibration certificate for your product at ni.com/calibration If you searched and could not find the answers you need, contact ni.com your local office or NI corporate headquarters. Phone numbers for our worldwide offices are listed at the front of this manual.
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Glossary AO 1 analog output channel 1 signal AO GND analog output ground bias a DC signal added to the original signal a type of coaxial signal connector Celsius channel pin or wire lead to which you apply or from which you read the analog or digital signal;...
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Glossary input/output—the transfer of data to/from a computer system involving communications channels, operator interface devices, and/or data acquisition and control interfaces IEPE Integral Electronic Piezoelectric, also known as integrated circuit piezoelectric—identifies products that operate using a constant current source and return the output signal in the form of voltage modulation on the same line as the constant current source inches Light Emitting Diode, a semiconductor light source...
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Index unpacking the BNC-2140, 1-2 professional services, B-1 technical support, B-1 worldwide technical support, B-2 voltage input specifications, A-1 BNC-2140 User Manual ni.com Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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