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  • Page 1 UM-18798-B DT9835 Getting Started Manual...
  • Page 2 Second Edition Copyright © 2001, 2002 by Data Translation, March, 2002 Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, by photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Data Translation, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    DT9835 Software........
  • Page 4 Contents Chapter 6: Wiring Signals ......Preparing to Wire Signals ....... . Connecting Digital Input Signals.

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    About this Manual This manual describes how to install and set up your DT9835 function module and DT9835 Device Driver, and verify that your module is working properly. Intended Audience This document is intended for engineers, scientists, technicians, or others responsible for installing and setting up DT9835 function module to perform digital I/O operations.

  • Page 6: Conventions Used In This Manual

    About this Manual • Chapter “Attaching the Screw Terminal Panel,” describes how to attach the STP100 screw terminal panel to a DT9835 function module. • Chapter “Wiring Signals,” describes how to wire signals to a DT9835 function module using the STP100 screw terminal panel.
  • Page 7 About this Manual • DT9835 User’s Manual (UM-18797), included on the Data Acquisition OMNI CD provided with the DT9835 function module. This manual describes the features of the DT9835 function module and the DT9835 Device Driver in detail. • DT Measure Foundry Getting Started Manual (UM-19298) and online help.

  • Page 8: Where To Get Help

    About this Manual Where To Get Help Should you run into problems installing or using a DT9835 function module, our Technical Support Department is available to provide technical assistance. Refer to the DT9835 User’s Manual for information on how to contact the Technical Support Department...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1: Overview

    DT9835 Software........

  • Page 10: Dt9835 Key Hardware Features

    Chapter 1 DT9835 Key Hardware Features The DT9835 function module provides 64 shared digital I/O lines (grouped in banks of eight) and 32 dedicated digital input lines. Sixteen of the 32 dedicated digital input lines are capable of generating an interrupt to the host computer if the value of the line changes state.

  • Page 11: Dt9835 Software

    DT9835 module with any of the supported software packages or utilities. • Quick Data Acq − Provides a quick way to get a DT9835 function module up and running. Using the Quick Data Acq application, you can verify the features of the modules and display data on the screen.

  • Page 12: Accessories

    EP331 cable. This screw terminal panel allows you to connect all of the input and output connections that are supported by a DT9835 module. LEDs on up to 64 of the outputs light when the outputs are low. Note that LEDs are not provided for the dedicated digital input lines.

  • Page 13: Getting Started Procedure

    The flow diagram shown in Figure 1 illustrates the steps needed to get started using the DT9835 function module. This diagram is repeated in each chapter; the shaded area in the diagram shows you where you are in the getting started procedure.
  • Page 14 Chapter 1...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2: Preparing To Use A Function Module

    Installing the Software........Viewing the DT9835 Documentation Online ....
  • Page 16 Chapter 2 Prepare to Use a Function Module (this chapter) Install the Function Module (see Chapter 3 starting on page Configure the Device Driver (see Chapter 4 starting on page Attach the Screw Terminal Panel (see Chapter 5 starting on page Wire Signals (see Chapter 6 starting on page...

  • Page 17: Unpacking

    • EP310 USB cable, and • Data Acquisition OMNI CD-ROM. If an item is missing or damaged, contact Data Translation. If you are in the United States, call the Customer Service Department at (508) 481-3700. An application engineer will guide you through the appropriate steps for replacing missing or damaged items.

  • Page 18: Checking The System Requirements

    Chapter 2 Checking the System Requirements For reliable operation, your DT9835 function module requires the minimum system requirement listed in Table Table 1: Minimum System Requirements Feature Minimum Requirements Operating Windows 98, WIndows Me, Windows 2000, System Windows XP Processor...

  • Page 19: Installing The Software

    DLLs (version 5.0 or greater). Other Data Translation boards may not provide WDM-compliant files. You cannot use a DT9835 board at the same time as another Data Translation board unless both devices provide WDM-compliant files. To install the software, perform the following steps: Insert the Data Acquisition OMNI CD into your CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 20 Chapter 2 10. Either change the program folder name or accept the default program folder name, then click Next. The files are copied to the destination directory. 11. Click Finish. The DT Data Acquisition Software setup program reappears. 12. Click Main Menu. 13.

  • Page 21: Viewing The Dt9835 Documentation Online

    Preparing to Use a Function Module Viewing the DT9835 Documentation Online Once you have installed the DT9835 software, you can view the DT9835 documentation by clicking the manual title. You can access the manuals from the Data Translation, Inc\DT9835 program group.
  • Page 22 Chapter 2...

  • Page 23: Chapter 3: Installing A Function Module

    Installing a Function Module Connecting Directly to the Host Computer ....Connecting to a Self-Powered USB Hub....
  • Page 24 Chapter 3 Prepare to Use a Function Module (see Chapter 2 starting on page Install the Function Module (this chapter) Configure the Device Driver (see Chapter 4 starting on page Attach the Screw Terminal Panel (see Chapter 5 starting on page Wire Signals (see Chapter 6 starting on page...
  • Page 25 Installing a Function Module You can attach a DT9835 module to the host computer in one of two ways: • Connect directly to a USB port of the host computer, described on page 18. Use this method if one or two DT9835 function modules are sufficient for your application.

  • Page 26: Connecting Directly To The Host Computer

    Figure 2: Attaching the DT9835 Function Module Directly to the Host Computer If the DT9835 Device Driver has not been installed, the New Hardware Found wizard appears. Click Next to have the wizard search for the DT9835 Device Driver, then proceed to step 4.
  • Page 27 A New Hardware Found dialog box appears indicating that Windows is installing the driver for the USB device. Repeat the steps 1 to 3 to attach another DT9835 function module to the host computer, if desired. Note: You can unplug a module, then plug it in again, if you wish, without causing damage.

  • Page 28: Connecting To A Self-Powered Usb Hub

    To connect a DT9835 function module to a self-powered USB hub, perform the following steps: Attach one end of the EP310 cable to the DT9835 module and the other end of the EP310 cable to a self-powered USB hub. Connect the power supply for the self-powered USB hub to an external power supply.
  • Page 29 DT9835 Function Module EP310 Cables Host Computer EP310 Cable EP310 Cable Self-Powered Power Supply USB Hubs for Hub DT9835 Function DT9835 Function Module Module EP310 Cables Figure 3: Attaching DT9835 Function Modules to the Host Computer Using Self-Powered USB Hubs...
  • Page 30 Chapter 3 Note: You can unplug a module, then plug it in again, if you wish, without causing damage. This process is called hot-swapping. Your application may take a few seconds to recognize a module once it is plugged back in.

  • Page 31: Chapter 4: Configuring The Device Driver

    Configuring the Device Driver...
  • Page 32 Chapter 4 Prepare to Use a Function Module (see Chapter 2 starting on page Install the Function Module (see Chapter 3 starting on page Configure the Device Driver (this chapter) Attach the Screw Terminal Panel (see Chapter 5 starting on page 27 Wire Signals (see Chapter 6 starting on page...
  • Page 33 0 corresponds to digital input line 0 and bit 7 corresponds to digital input line 7. Refer to Chapter 2 of the DT9835 User’s Manual for more information on interrupts. To generate a debounce delay of 5 ms for the digital inputs, click the Debounce Inputs checkbox.
  • Page 34 Chapter 4 Note: This name is used to identify the module in all subsequent applications. 10. When you are finished configuring the function module, click Close. 11. Repeat steps 3 to 10 for the other function modules that you want to configure.

  • Page 35: Chapter 5: Attaching The Screw Terminal Panel

    Attaching the Screw Terminal Panel...
  • Page 36 Chapter 5 Prepare to Use a Function Module (see Chapter 2 starting on page Install the Function Module (see Chapter 3 starting on page Configure the Device Driver (see Chapter 4 starting on page Attach the Screw Terminal Panel (this chapter) Wire Signals (see Chapter 6 starting on page...
  • Page 37 J1 connector on the DT9835 function modules and on the STP100 screw terminal panel. Table 2: Pin Assignments for Connector J1 on the DT9835 Function Module and on the STP100 Screw Terminal Panel Number...
  • Page 38 Chapter 5 Table 2: Pin Assignments for Connector J1 on the DT9835 Function Module and on the STP100 Screw Terminal Panel (cont.) Number Signal Description Number Signal Description Bank 1, Bit 2 Bank 1, Bit 3 Bank 1, Bit 4...
  • Page 39 Attaching the Screw Terminal Panel Table 2: Pin Assignments for Connector J1 on the DT9835 Function Module and on the STP100 Screw Terminal Panel (cont.) Number Signal Description Number Signal Description Bank 6, Bit 4 Bank 6, Bit 5 Bank 6, Bit 6...
  • Page 40 Bank 11, Bit 6 Bank 11, Bit 7 Isolated +5 V Isolated Ground a. Dedicated digital input only. The DT9835 board can generate a PCI-bus interrupt when any of the digital input lines (bits) corresponding to banks 10 and 11 changes state.

  • Page 41: Chapter 6: Wiring Signals

    Wiring Signals Preparing to Wire Signals ....... . Connecting Digital Input Signals......Connecting Digital Output Signals .
  • Page 42 Chapter 6 Prepare to Use a Function Module (see Chapter 2 starting on page Install the Function Module (see Chapter 3 starting on page Configure the Device Driver (see Chapter 4 starting on page Attach the Screw Terminal Panel (see Chapter 5 starting on page Wire Signals (this chapter)

  • Page 43: Preparing To Wire Signals

    • Separate power and signal lines by using physically different wiring paths or conduits. • To avoid noise, do not locate the DT9835 function module and cabling next to sources that produce high electromagnetic fields, such as large electric motors, power lines, solenoids, and electric arcs, unless the signals are enclosed in a mumetal shield.
  • Page 44 Chapter 6 Figure 5 shows the layout of the STP100 screw terminal panel. TB10 Figure 5: STP100 Screw Terminal Panel Table 3 lists the assignments of the screw terminals on the STP100 screw terminal panel.
  • Page 45 Wiring Signals Table 3: Screw Terminal Assignments of the STP100 Screw Terminal Panel Screw Terminal Terminal Block Number Signal Description Bank 0, Bit 0 Bank 0, Bit 1 Bank 0, Bit 2 Bank 0, Bit 3 Bank 0, Bit 4 Bank 0, Bit 5 Bank 0, Bit 6 Bank 0, Bit 7...
  • Page 46 Chapter 6 Table 3: Screw Terminal Assignments of the STP100 Screw Terminal Panel (cont.) Screw Terminal Terminal Block Number Signal Description Bank 1, Bit 2 Bank 1, Bit 3 Bank 1, Bit 4 Bank 1, Bit 5 Bank 1, Bit 6 Bank 1, Bit 7 Bank 2, Bit 0 Bank 2, Bit 1...
  • Page 47 Wiring Signals Table 3: Screw Terminal Assignments of the STP100 Screw Terminal Panel (cont.) Screw Terminal Terminal Block Number Signal Description Bank 2, Bit 4 Bank 2, Bit 5 Bank 2, Bit 6 Bank 2, Bit 7 Bank 3, Bit 0 Bank 3, Bit 1 Bank 3, Bit 2 Bank 3, Bit 3...
  • Page 48 Chapter 6 Table 3: Screw Terminal Assignments of the STP100 Screw Terminal Panel (cont.) Screw Terminal Terminal Block Number Signal Description Bank 3, Bit 6 Bank 3, Bit 7 Bank 4, Bit 0 Bank 4, Bit 1 Bank 4, Bit 2 Bank 4, Bit 3 Bank 4, Bit 4 Bank 4, Bit 5...
  • Page 49 Wiring Signals Table 3: Screw Terminal Assignments of the STP100 Screw Terminal Panel (cont.) Screw Terminal Terminal Block Number Signal Description Bank 5, Bit 0 Bank 5, Bit 1 Bank 5, Bit 2 Bank 5, Bit 3 Bank 5, Bit 4 Bank 5, Bit 5 Bank 5, Bit 6 Bank 5, Bit 7...

  • Page 50: Connecting Digital Input Signals

    Chapter 6 Connecting Digital Input Signals Figure 6 shows how to connect digital input signals (lines 0 and 1 of bank 0, in this case) to a DT9835 function module. STP100 Digital Input Line 0 TB1, 0 TB1, 1 TTL Inputs...

  • Page 51: Connecting Digital Output Signals

    Wiring Signals Connecting Digital Output Signals Figure 7 shows how to connect a digital output (line 0 of bank 1, in this case) to a DT9835 function module. STP100 0 Out = LED On TB1, 9 Ω Digital Output Line 0...
  • Page 52 Chapter 6...

  • Page 53: Chapter 7: Verifying The Operation Of A Function Module

    Verifying the Operation of a Function Module Installing the Quick Data Acq Application ....Running the Quick Data Acq Application ....
  • Page 54 Chapter 7 Prepare to Use a Function Module (see Chapter 2 starting on page Install the Function Module (see Chapter 3 starting on page Configure the Device Driver (see Chapter 4 starting on page Attach the Screw Terminal Panel (see Chapter 5 starting on page Wire Signals (see...
  • Page 55 Verifying the Operation of a Function Module The Quick Data Acq application allows you to perform the following operations: • Acquire data from a single digital input port, and • Output data from a single digital output port. This chapter describes how to install and run the Quick Data Acq application.

  • Page 56: Installing The Quick Data Acq Application

    Chapter 7 Installing the Quick Data Acq Application To install the Quick Data Acq application, perform the following steps: Insert the Data Acquisition OMNI CD into your CD-ROM drive. Click Start from the Task Bar, then click Run. The Run dialog box appears. In the Command Line edit box, enter D:\LAUNCH.EXE.
  • Page 57 Verifying the Operation of a Function Module 13. Click Main Menu. 14. Click Exit.

  • Page 58: Running The Quick Data Acq Application

    Data Acquisition OMNI CD-ROM using the instructions starting on page Select Quick Data Acq from the Data Translation, Inc\Quick Data Acq program group. Note: The Quick Data Acq application allows you to verify basic operations on the module; however, it may not support all of the module’s features.

  • Page 59: Performing A Single-Value Digital Input Operation

    Click the Acquisition menu. Click Digital Input. Select the appropriate DT9835 module from the Board list box. Select digital input port 0 by clicking Port A. Click Get. The value of each digital input line of bank 0 is displayed on the screen in both text and graphical form.
  • Page 60 Chapter 7 Click the appropriate bits to select the digital output lines to write to. If the bit is selected, a high-level signal is output to the digital output line; if the bit is not selected, a low-level signal is output to the digital output line.

  • Page 61: Index

    EP316 cable application wiring EP331 cable digital inputs digital outputs help, online hot-swapping cables EP310 EP316 installing the DT9835 software EP331 installing the Quick Data Acq connecting signals application digital inputs digital outputs connecting to the host computer directly J1 connector...
  • Page 62 Quick Data Acq application screw terminal assignments screw terminal panel, STP100 STP100 screw terminal panel layout system requirements unpacking USB cable viewing the DT9835 documentation...

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