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AT2868E, Rev. 05
User´s Guide
F-FEM-DDC
OPERATING MANUAL

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  • Page 1 01/2014 AT2868E, Rev. 05 User´s Guide F-FEM-DDC OPERATING MANUAL...
  • Page 2 The contents of this document may not be reproduced in any form or communicated to any third party without the prior written consent of AVL. While every effort is made to ensure its correctness, AVL assumes no responsibility neither for errors and omissions which may occur in this document nor for damage caused by them.
  • Page 3: Warnings And Safety Instructions

    The product may only be used and operated by qualified personnel capable of observing the necessary safety precautions. All accessories and equipment used with the product must be supplied or approved by AVL. The operating prin- ciple of this product is such that the accuracy of the measurement results depends not only on the correct operation and functioning of the product, but also on a variety of peripheral conditions beyond the control of the manufacturer.
  • Page 4 Warnings and safety instructions F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 5: Grouped Safety Messages

    Make sure that the device is supplied with the correct supply voltage and safe power isolation of the supply voltage is guaranteed. NOTICE Always place the device in a position that allows air to circulate freely through the device’s venting aperture. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 6 Grouped Safety Messages F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Status LED at the front side ....................17 2.4.2 Status LED at the rear side....................17 2.4.3 Seven Segment Display....................18 F-FEM-DDC Block Diagram ....................19 3 Installation ........................21 Scope of supply ........................21 Mechanical Installation ......................21 Electrical Installation....................... 22 3.3.1...
  • Page 8 Digital Outputs Transistor X53, X54 ..................53 4.8.6 Power Supply X17, X18 ....................54 4.8.7 IEEE1394 X19, X20, X21 ....................54 4.8.8 JTAG X22..........................55 5 Options ..........................57 15 pin D-SUB plug for DIO ..................... 57 D-SUB Connector with screw terminals ................. 58 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 9 Counter Signal Adapter Advanced ..................77 Valve Connectors according to DIN 43650 ................78 6 Technical Data ......................... 79 Electrical, mechanical and environmental Specifications ............79 CE-Conformity ........................79 7 Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations ................81 Index................................83 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 10 Table of Contents F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 11: What You Should Know

    The F-FEM-DDC can be used with PUMA Open automation system. Function of the The F-FEM-DDC has outputs for voltages and currents, as well as In- and F-FEM-DDC Outputs for digital signals. The digital Inputs are equipped with a counter func- tion.
  • Page 12: Purpose And Scope Of This Documentation

    Information This documentation does not and cannot replace adequate training. The F-FEM-DDC manual supports you in planning and installation as well in your daily work at the test bed. Requirements It assumes that you are familiar with: basic knowledge of electro engineering ...
  • Page 13: Typographic Conventions

    UPPERCASE LETTERS Operating modes Programming examples; source code Courier Times New Roman Formulas Menu | Option Description of how to select a menu item from a given menu F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 14: We Want To Hear From You

    We want to hear from you Your comments and suggestions help us to improve the quality and practical relevance of our manuals. If you have any suggestions for improvements, please send them to: docu@avl.com We look forward to hearing from you! F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 15: General

    Basic Information The AVL Fast-Front End Modules were designed to meet the growing demands of modern data acquisition. By using the F-FEM-DDC, a broad range of perfor- mance features, with respect to the data acquisition rate, accuracy and resolu- tion, are at your disposal. Also, the expense of installing the F-FEMs is relatively low compared to that of other data acquisition systems.
  • Page 16: Cascading

    General Cascading The F-FEM-DDC is part of a family of Front End Modules that operate together in a network. An interface up to 400 MBaud IEEE1394 is used to connect them for data transmission. The other members of this group are:...
  • Page 17: Visualization

    General Visualization The data sampled by the F-FEM-AIx modules is visualized in connection with the AVL PUMA system, using the program POI (Puma Operator Interface) under Windows. You will find further information from POI User’s Guide. 2.4.1 Status LED at the front side At the module front down to the right there is a green LED, that announces the existence of the operating voltage.
  • Page 18: Seven Segment Display

    They are not relevant for users. If errors occur, error numbers will be displayed (e.g. E1, E2, ...). 8.8. Identification The identification of F-FEM has been activated. (blinking) Tab. 2 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 19: F-Fem-Ddc Block Diagram

    Processor IEEE1394 Interface Core Analog Output Power supply FLASH VCXO Analog Output EEPROM Digital Out Digital Relais Input Digital Digital Out Input Counter Relais Digital Dig Out Input Transistor Digital Dig Out Input Transistor Fig. 3 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 20 General F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 21: Installation

    Installation Scope of supply Normally, the F-FEM-DDC is delivered as part of the test bed. It is integrated into the cabinet and ready to use. If you order it separately, it is delivered in a box and includes the following attachments: 4 fixing screws for the fixation in a 19"...
  • Page 22: Electrical Installation

    Please install the Ground braid as shown on Fig. 5. For the IEEE1394 connectors you could choose another serial connection than shown on this figure above. Material for the Ground braid: see chapter Grounding on page 27. 3.3.1 Power Cable Inlet Fig. 6 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 23: Power Cable Module To Module

    0.5 mm² EP0211 Tab. 4 AVL material number for the complete cable is BV2353. Information The supply from one module to the next one can be connected with this cable. A maximum of 2 of such cables (a maximum of 3 devices) in series may be connected.
  • Page 24: Ieee1394 Wiring

    3.3.3.1 Cable Design NOTICE For wiring the IEEE1394 bus on the AVL F-FEM, please only use the special cables! (See Tab. 5 on page 24.) Other cables from other manufacturers or office supply or multimedia stores must not be used, as these would lead to various network problems!
  • Page 25: Recommended Bus Topology

    You can use multiple repeaters to reach distant F-FEM devices if the cable length is too short. (from PUMA Open Release 1.2, Order number is TP08BB011B.01) Each repeater counts as one node, like the test bed workstation or an F-FEM. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 26: Mechanical Layout Of A Cable Routing

    Information More details about maximum number of channels, sampling rates and network-delay times see the release notes of the according automation system or contact the AVL pruduct management. 3.3.3.4 Mechanical Layout of a Cable Routing NOTICE Please do not undershoot the minimum bending radius R of the cables! Minimum bending radius: (see Fig.
  • Page 27: Grounding And Shielding

    In the F-FEM-DDC the digital and analog ground of the circuit is connected to the metal case. The case should be connected to the ground of the engine in the test cell with a low inductive Cu-band.
  • Page 28: Shielding

    Installation Ground material The following materials are recommended for grounding: Ground wires: flex YF 4 mm² gn/ye, AVL number EX0301.  Ground braid: tin-plated Cu 10 mm² (rolled), AVL number EX0441 Ground  Strap. 3.3.4.2 Shielding Information All sensors have to be shielded.
  • Page 29: Software Installation

    Installation Software Installation The firmware has already been installed. The firmware necessary for operation can be loaded by the automation system during the initialization phase (chapter FFDM in F-FEM Parameterization). F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 30 Installation F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 31: Operation

    Operation Operation Its many different input and output channels make the F-FEM-DDC a versatile module. To find the best settings for a given application, it is necessary to under- stand the functioning of the module. The block diagrams given in the next section show the most important elements.
  • Page 32: Block Diagram

    Operation 4.1.1 Block Diagram Fig. 13 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 33: Specification

    Min. at 1 nF, 300 Ω Slew Rate mA/μs μA Output Noise 10 Hz to 10 kHz Tab. 7 *) For module Rev. ≤ 04 (see type plate) for positive current the maximum burden is 300 Ω. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 34: Analog Outputs, General

    Differential Voltage common mode Max. 60 between two groups or between channel and case Coupling capacity channel to case channel to channel External voltage applied at the outputs Max. 30 no persistent damage Tab. 8 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 35: Digital Inputs

    FFS block of the Parameter Manager. The internal supply mask bits controls the threshold relays and therefore they are also called internal supply relays. For more information please see the F-FEM Parameter Manual and the block diagram Fig. 14. 4.2.1 Block Diagram Fig. 14 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 36: Specification

    4 connectors together Tab. 9 Counter Inputs The F-FEM-DDC has 8 counter channels (one or two track) that are fed by the 16 digital input channels. In addition, these Counter inputs have parameterizable digital filters for elimi- nating spikes of variable length. This filter function is available only with PUMA Open Version 1.5.1 and upward and described in the chapter Spikefilter on...
  • Page 37: Block Diagram

    Operation 4.3.1 Block diagram Fig. 15 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 38: Spikefilter

    Range max raw = 500 Hz The minimum pulse length is t = 1 / (500 * 10) = 200 µs The cutoff frequency for this example gives f = 0.5 / 200 µs = 2500 Hz F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 39: Specification

    Tab. 10 *) The minimum pulse width can be increased with a digital filter by parameter- ization (depending on the PUMA Open Version) to eliminate spikes that are coming from ringing signals, retriggering, or mismatched line impedances. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 40: Accuracy

    (phase relation between track A and track B) is taken to evaluate the direction of rotation (+) and to detect and eliminate invalid spikes. This is shown in Fig. 19: Two tracks sensor evaluation: Fig. 19 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 41: Parameterization

     4.3.5.1 Mapping between input Channel, Counter and Track The F-FEM-DDC consists of 16 digital inputs connected to 4 connectors as well as 8 counter channels with two tracks. The assignment between connector number, digital input bit, counter channel and track is shown in Tab. 11:...
  • Page 42: Digital Outputs Relay

    When switching inductive loads, you must connect a freewheeling diode exter- nally to prevent inductive overvoltage that can decrease the lifetime of the relay. The load dump voltage must be limited to max. 60 V externally. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 43: Block Diagram

    4.4.1 Block Diagram Block diagram of relay outputs: Fig. 20 In the block diagram above only the most important elements are shown. The pin out is shown for X51, but it is the same for X52. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 44: Specification

    The total current is equal to the sum of the single channels. Example If you connect 3 transistor channels in parallel, you can switch up to 2.1 Amp. A maximum of 4 channels can be connected in parallel. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 45: Block Diagram

    4.5.1 Block Diagram Block diagram of transistor outputs: Fig. 21 In the block diagram above only the most important elements are shown. The pin out is shown for X53, but it is the same for X54. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 46: Specification

    See Tab. 15 on page 47 for the electrical specifications of the transistor outputs. Information Connecting channels in parallel for a higher current is not allowed! For parameterizing details please see the F-FEM Parameterization. The following signal types are available: Freq (Frequency)  PWM (Pulse width modulation)  F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 47: Signal Type: Freq

    0.01 99,99 Output Frequency f 5000 S. type: Frequency S. type: PWM ± 25 Absolute frequency error Caused by quartz Update rate 1000 parametrizable Tab. 15 *) A pull-down resistor of maximal 2200 Ohm is required. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 48: Aging And Calibration

    Aging and Calibration 4.7.1 General Due to the use of most up-to-date technologies, the F-FEM-DDC reaches accu- racy levels which in the past were reserved to laboratory equipment. These accuracy levels can thus only be checked using laboratory equipment that has an accuracy that is at least four times higher.
  • Page 49: Pin Assignment

    Operation Pin Assignment 4.8.1 Locations of Plug Connections 4.8.1.1 Front View Connectors at the front side, IP20: Fig. 24 4.8.1.2 Back View Connectors at the backside, IP20: Fig. 25 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 50: Analog Outputs X1

    Shield (opt.) Shield (opt.) GND_24V GND_24V Case Shield Shield Tab. 17 Information The maximum cross section of a wire soldered to a D-SUB connector pin is limited to 0.5 mm² (equivalent to AWG 20 or more). F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 51: Digital Inputs X41

    The maximum cross section of a wire soldered to a D-SUB connector pin is limited to 0.5 mm² (equivalent to AWG 20 or more). *) The total current for X41…X44 all together is limited to 2.0 A F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 52: Digital Outputs Relay X51, X52

    The maximum cross section of a wire soldered to a D-SUB connector pin is limited to 0.5 mm² (equivalent to AWG 20 or more). *) The total current for X51 and X52 is limited to 2.0 A for each connector. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 53: Digital Outputs Transistor X53, X54

    The maximum cross section of a wire soldered to a D-SUB connector pin is limited to 0.5 mm² (equivalent to AWG 20 or more). *) The total current for X53 and X54 all together is limited to 2.0 A. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 54: Power Supply X17, X18

    Pin assignment for X19, X20, X21: Signal Description + 24 V Ground TPB_NEG TPB_POS TPA_NEG TPA_POS Tab. 22 Information At this connector only prefabricated cables may be used. All 3 sockets are equal. There is no priorization or dedicated input/output. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 55: Jtag X22

    Emulation Not connected Test Mode Select Test Clock TRSTn Test Reset Data in Data out case Shield Shield Tab. 23 Information This plug is only for production testing. In normal operation no cable must be connected. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 56 Operation F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 57: Options

    With one of this plug you can connect 4 digital input channels or 4 digital output channels to an F-FEM-DDC or DDC Snap-in via soldering the wires to the solder cups. The connector housings with quick-lock mechanism are included. With two sets of 4 pieces each you can equip one DDC module.
  • Page 58: D-Sub Connector With Screw Terminals

    The 12 screw terminals are marked with the pin number of the corresponding D-SUB pin. The not connected pins on the D-SUB are not implemented as a screw terminal to save space for the cabling. Marking of the screw terminals. Corresponding D-SUB Pin numbers: Fig. 35 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 59 Tab. 25 Information The maximum cross section of a wire connected to the screw terminals is limited to 1.5 mm² inflexible or 1.0 mm² flexible with conductor sleeve (equivalent to minimum AWG 15 or AWG 17 respectively). F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 60: Digital I/O Connection Box Dcb

    5 pin M12 plug connector  (AB-coded) speed-con ™ compatible sockets for a fast 180° plug & turn connection  5 m cable with quick lock connector to F-FEM-DDC  F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 61 Options Wiring diagram of the digital I/O Connection Box: Fig. 38 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 62 (NO), the LED for B shows the normal close contact (NC) Pin assignment M12 connector AB-coded: Fig. 40 Signal at M12 Connector +24 V Normal closed (B) Normal open (A) Case Shield Tab. 26 The names in brackets are according to the standard M12 naming convention F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 63: Mounting The Dcb

    Options 5.3.1 Mounting the DCB Mounting dimensions for DCB: Fig. 41 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 64: Counter Signal Adapter "Csa-Connector

    F-FEM-DDC over the Bits 1 and 2. The Bits 3 and 4 are not accessible in this case (they are mapped to the second counter channel).
  • Page 65: Assembling

    The PE wire (Fig. 42 on page 64) must be connected with the cable shield and tightened with the strain-relief to the connector housing. Side view of the CSA connector: Fig. 43 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 66: Block Diagram

    The switch SW3 can be used if a different supply voltage (other than the internal 24 V) must be used for the sensor. Supply voltages from 5 V to 30 V are possible) F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 67: Specification

    *1) Typically the internal supply is used, see the usage of the DIP-switches. *2) The voltage levels can be adjusted in various ways. Please see the chapter Connecting an analog Sensor and using a variable Threshold on page 73. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 68 (see specification Tab. 30 on page 67). HYST Differential connection (Track+ respected to Track–) Transfer characteristic of Track+ to Track- vs. output voltage: logic 1 logic 0 Track + Track - HYST Fig. 46 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 69: Parameterization

    A and parameterize it like track A. Using the adapter together with F-FEM-DDC:  Independent of the used sensor, the F-FEM-DDC counter input must be parameterized to sensor type (S.Type) "Digital In". Using the adapter together with F-FEM-CON or -CNT: ...
  • Page 70: Connecting An Rs422 Sensor

    If the Sensor requires a different voltage, other than 24 V you must use an external power supply and switch the SW3 to "external". Please see the chapter Using a different supply voltage on page 75. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 71: Connecting An Inductive Sensor

    If you have a two track (4 wire) sensor you can connect the track B the same way to the pins 3 and 4 of J1. If you have a three wire two track sensor, choose the following connection Fig. 50 on page 72: F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 72 In most cases the threshold level must be lowered using a pull down resistor on the track– input. The values are dependent of the voltage at the minimum frequency of the sensor. For resistor values and voltage levels see the following chapter. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 73: Connecting An Analog Sensor And Using A Variable Threshold

    0-20 V. If your threshold voltage requirement is not so accurate or dynamical as described above, you can use an external resistor to adjust the default threshold value to different one like shown in the following figure: F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 74 (2), to lower it, connect a pull down resistor (1) exter- nally like shown in the Fig. 52 above. For other supply voltages than 24 V simply scale it with / 24 TH24 SUPPLY F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 75: Using A Different Supply Voltage

    F-FEM supply). This can be distinguished via the switch SW3: internal or external supply. Please see the Tab. 30 on page 67. Connecting a sensor with e.g. 12 V externally supply: Fig. 54 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 76: Cable Adapter For Csa To F-Fem-Cnt Or -Con

    25 pin D-SUB plug 1 & 2 + 24 V 7 & 8 GND_24 Track A Track B Comm 24 & 25 Case Shield Shield Tab. 32 Fig. 55 Order number: please see Tab. 24 on page 57. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 77: Counter Signal Adapter Advanced

    Options Counter Signal Adapter Advanced Fig. 56 For more details, please see Operation Manual CSA Advanced AT3297E. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 78: Valve Connectors According To Din 43650

    Options Valve Connectors according to DIN 43650 The digital outputs on the F-FEM-DDC can drive a current up to 1 A. If this is too less for your load (in most cases a valve), you can either connect channels in parallel or use a connector with an amplifier according to DIN 43560 resp.
  • Page 79: Technical Data

    2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive met with the following standards complied: EN 61010-1:10 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment, for Measure-  ment, Control and Laboratory Use. F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 80 Technical Data F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 81: Glossary Of Terms And Abbreviations

    IEEE1149.1 standard describes JTAG. Abbreviation for "PArameter Manager" PUMA Automation system for engine test beds and measuring intrumentations. Abbre- viation for "Prüfstands- und Messtechnik-Automatisierungssystem"; AVL's auto- mation platform. Repeater Amplifier and pulse shaper for the extension of lines which carry digital signals. A repeater acts like an IEEE1394 node.
  • Page 82 Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 83: Index

    Intermittently flashing dots … 18 PE wire … 27 Pin description … 51 Power consumption … 79 Shield … 28 Software … 29 specification … 47 frequency output Voltage Output … 33 Warranty Seal … 11 F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 84 Index F-FEM-DDC — User’s Guide...
  • Page 86 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: AVL List GmbH, Hans List Platz 1, 8020 Graz, Austria Phone: +43 316 787-0, Fax: +43 316 787-400, eMail: info@avl.com, http://www.avl.com...

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