CONTENTS ............................................2 INTRODUCTION ........................................... 3 BEFORE YOU GET STARTED ......................................4 CARD SETUP ............................................6 INSTALLATION ............................................. 9 PROGRAMMING THE REL-32 ......................................12 ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS ....................................19 SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................20 EXAMPLE CIRCUITS ......................................... 21 APPENDIX A – TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................... 22 APPENDIX B –...
Introduction Overview The REL-32 provides 32 reed relays that can switch power, data, or other electronic signals for control applications. The outputs provide high quality, long life, low current (10 Watt maximum), dry contact switch closures. Reed relays are well suited for low current applications. The relays are normally open and will close when energized.
Before You Get Started What’s Included The REL-32 is shipped with the following items. If any of these items is missing or damaged, please contact Sealevel for replacement. • REL-32 Adapter • CA1752 6’ DB78M to dual DB37M Cable Advisory Conventions...
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Optional Items Depending upon your application, you are likely to find one or more of the following items useful for interfacing the REL-32 to real-world signals. All items can be purchased from our website (https://www.sealevel.com/) or by calling (864) 843-4343.
The REL-32 contains several jumper straps for each port that must be set for proper operation. Address Selection The REL-32 occupies 4 consecutive I/O locations. The DIP-switch (SW1) is used to set the base address for these locations. Be careful when selecting the base address as some selections conflict with existing PC ports.
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Linux releases. Also included is a series of files explaining proper Linux syntax and typical Linux serial implementations. For additional software support, 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. For email support contact: mailto:support@sealevel.com.
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Remove the PC case cover. Locate an available PC slot and remove the blank metal slot cover. Gently insert the REL-32 adapter into the slot. Make sure that the adapter is seated properly. After the adapter has been installed, the cables should be routed thru the opening in the bracket.
Programming the REL-32 Sealevel’s SeaI/O software is provided to assist in the development of reliable applications for the Sealevel Systems family of digital I/O adapters. The software also includes driver functions for use in accessing the I/O as well as helpful samples and utilities.
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Programming the REL-32, Continued Digital I/O Interface The REL-32 provides four parallel input/output (I/O) ports. The ports are organized as ports 1, 2, 3, and 4. Output Ports (Reed Relay) Reed relays provide very high quality, long life, low current, dry contact switch closures. Reed relays are not suited for high current applications and can be destroyed by inductive load switching.
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Programming the REL-32, Continued Jumper Setup Options The common on each port may be tied to ground, 5, or 12 volts. Either side of each relay may then be tied to the common. The 3098 is shipped with all of the jumpers necessary for all possible configurations. The jumpers are parked on the B-side and are inactive until configured by the user.
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Programming the REL-32, Continued Output Ports (Reed Relay) Pin Assignments Via standard 6’ cable, DB-78 Male to dual DB-37 Male connectors, Part Number CA172. The DB-37 connectors are labeled “Ports 1,2” and “Port 3,4”. Port 1 Port 2 Relay A Side...
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Programming the REL-32, Continued Optional DB-37 Female Pin Assignment In order to maintain compatibility with the existing ISA interface adapter (Sealevel Item# 3098), an optional 6’ cable is offered with DB-78 Male to dual DB-37 Female connectors, Part Number CA173. The DB-37 connectors are labeled “Side A”...
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Programming the REL-32, Continued Relay 21A PORT 3-A5 Relay 21B PORT 3-B5 Relay 23A PORT 3-A7 Relay 23B PORT 3-B7 Relay 25A PORT 4-A1 Relay 25B PORT 4-B1 Relay 27A PORT 4-A3 Relay 27B PORT 4-B3 Relay 29A PORT 4-A5...
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19, 56 + 12 Volts 1, 38 Direct Hardware Control In systems where the user’s program has direct access to the hardware (DOS) the table below gives the mapping and functions that the REL-32 provides. Function Port Address Hex Port Type...
-50º to 105º C Manufacturing All Sealevel Systems Printed Circuit boards are built to UL 94V0 rating and are 100% electrically tested. These printed circuit boards are solder mask over bare copper or solder mask over tin nickel. Power Requirements...
Appendix A – Troubleshooting Sealevel Software is supplied with the Sealevel Systems adapter and will be used in the troubleshooting procedures. By using this software and following these simple steps, most common problems can be eliminated without the need to call Technical Support.
If possible, please have the adapter installed in a computer ready to run diagnostics. 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.asp.
Sealevel's commitment to providing the best I/O solutions is reflected in the Lifetime Warranty that is standard on all Sealevel manufactured I/O products. We are able to offer this warranty due to our control of manufacturing quality and the historically high reliability of our products in the field. Sealevel products are designed and manufactured at its Liberty, South Carolina facility, allowing direct control over product development, production, burn-in and testing.
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