High density spst, dpst & spdt relay modules (46 pages)
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User Manual SYSTEM 10/20 GPIB Digital Input/Output Module (Model No. 20-410) *Please contact Pickering for alternative PXI/LXI/USB solutions Issue 4.1 July 2019 pickeringtest.com pickering DIGITAL I/O MODULE 20-410 Page (1)
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Pickering Interfaces strives to fulfil all relevant environmental laws and regulations and reduce wastes and releases to the environment. Pickering Interfaces aims to design and operate products in a way that protects the environment and the health and safety of its employees, customers and the public. Pickering Interfaces endeavours to develop and manufacture products that can be produced, distributed, used and recycled, or disposed of, in a safe and environmentally friendly manner.
PRODUCT SAFETY SAFETY SYMBOLS The following safety symbols may be used on the product and throughout the product documentation. MEANING / DESCRIPTION SYMBOL PROTECTIVE EARTH (GROUND) To identify any terminal which is intended for connection to an external conductor for protection against electric shock in case of a fault, or the terminal of a protective earth (ground) electrode.
Unused slots in the System 10/20 chassis are populated with blanking plates to prevent access to user I/O signals that may be present. Blanking panels are available to order from Pickering in a variety of slot widths. If the product is not used in this manner for example by using an extender card then additional care must be taken to avoid contact with exposed signals.
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Open-Collector, for driving higher current loads such as relay coils. The Open-Collector option can tolerate up to 50V and sink up to 500mA of current. 20-410 Digital Input/Output Module *Please contact Pickering for alternative PXI/LXI/USB solutions DIGITAL OUTPUTS The module is programmed by writing and reading data at bit, byte or word level, this simplifies the interfacing operation.
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SECTION 1 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Specifications pickering Digital Input/Output Module – 20-410 Specification - TTL Output Drivers Operating/Storage Conditions Operating Conditions Maximum drive capability: 15 TTL inputs. Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C Current drive Sink: 10mA max Humidity: Up to 95% non-condensing Current Source: 0.4mA max...
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20-410-021 Product Customization 32-Bit Input/Output - Open Collector 20-410-021-O 64-Bit Output 20-410-022 Pickering System 20 modules are designed and manufactured on our own flexible manufacturing lines, giving complete product 64-Bit Output - Open Collector 20-410-022-O 64-Bit Input 20-410-023 control and enabling simple customization to meet very specific requirements.
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Precautions Care must be taken when interfacing the 20-410 modules with external circuits that may produce high voltage spikes or RF interference. Additional noise protection may be required, please contact Pickering if you wish to discuss your requirement. Former Products Please note that manufacture has now ceased for the associated product versions listed below.
SECTION 2 - TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION pickering SECTION 2 - TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION A Functional Diagram is provided in Figure 2.1. The Module is powered by a +5V input via the 64 way Backplane connector J1. The interface to the user test equipment is via the two front panel mounted 64 Way DIN connectors.
The module is designed for indoor use only. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS (UNPACKING) 1. Check the module for transport damage and report any damage immediately to Pickering Interfaces. Do not attempt to install the product if any damage is evident. 2. Position the chassis relative to any other equipment the module(s) will connect with. Ensure the chassis is not connected to the electrical supply.
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10-910M (See the Pickering IEEE-488 GPIB System 10/20 Ancillaries manual for further details). (When fitted, additional modules will be automatically recognised by the interface card. See Figure 3.1). 4. If necessary fit the module guide rails as supplied with the module to both the top and bottom of the chassis in that slot position.
Microprocessor, RAM, EPROM, Relay Drivers, Invalid Link Settings etc. This string is not intended to be processed by the user’s software, it is suitable for copying directly onto the screen of your control computer. This information will then indicate maintenance required (please contact Pickering for further help).
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SECTION 3 - INSTALLATION pickering SELF TEST INITIATED BY: • POWER ON • * TST? QUERY • MANUAL BUTTON CLEAR MODULE LOGIC TEST: • MICROPROCESSOR BOARD • RELAY BOARD LOGIC TEST FAIL ? RELAY COIL TEST RELAY COIL TEST FAIL ? SELF TEST PASS Figure 3.5 - Self-Test: Basic Flow Diagram...
SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE pickering SECTION 4 - PROGRAMMING GUIDE PROGRAMMING THE MODULE Selecting the Module Address The module internal address is factory pre-set however this can be reconfigured through the software as required. Programming Using the Intelligent GPIB/RS-232 Interface The programming computer will need a GPIB card, a USB to GPIB Interface (Figure 4.1), an RS-232 or Ethernet...
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SECTION 5 - CONNECTOR INFORMATION pickering SECTION 5 - CONNECTOR INFORMATION The 20-410 modules use 64 way DIN41612 connectors. ‘Power On’ LED ‘Relays Active’ LED TEST ‘Self-Test’ LED ‘Self-Test Error’ LED RS-232 Connector Figure 5.1 - Front Panel with 64 Way...
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SECTION 5 - CONNECTOR INFORMATION pickering 96W DIN 41612 Connector A (Top) 96W DIN 41612 Connector B (Bottom) Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Out 1 Out2 Out 3...
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SECTION 5 - CONNECTOR INFORMATION pickering 96W DIN 41612 Connector A (Top) 96W DIN 41612 Connector B (Bottom) Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal In 1 In 2...
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SECTION 5 - CONNECTOR INFORMATION pickering 96W DIN 41612 Connector A (Top) 96W DIN 41612 Connector B (Bottom) Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Out 1 Out 2...
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SECTION 5 - CONNECTOR INFORMATION pickering Digital I/O SIM Card Pin No. Signal CS(5832) SEN1 RESET OUT RDATA1 LDATA LCLK I/O BIT 32 I/O BIT 31 I/O BIT 30 I/O BIT 29 I/O BIT 28 I/O BIT 27 I/O BIT 26...
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Refer to the Warnings and Cautions at the front of this manual INSTALLATION PROBLEMS The Plug & Play functionality of Pickering switch cards generally ensures trouble-free installation, however for the GPIB/RS-232 Interface to work correctly there must be at least one switching module present in the rack.
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SECTION 6 - TROUBLE SHOOTING pickering THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK DIGITAL I/O MODULE 20-410 Page 6.2...
• Wipe the product & chassis surfaces with a clean dry anti-static cloth only. SOFTWARE UPDATE For System 10/20 modules operating in a System 10/20 chassis, no software updates are required. For the pickeringtest.com latest version of the driver please refer to our web site...
Screened 24 Pole Backplane Construction Area with Bussed 0V and 5V Rails Construction Area with Bussed 0V and 5V Rails System 10 Screened 10 Pole Backplane Breadboard Area Digital Digital Digital Digital Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3 Slot 4...
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SECTION 7 - MAINTENANCE INFORMATION pickering Figure 7.2 - A Partially Assembled 20-410-041 Module showing SIMM Slots and Wiring Figure 7.3 - SIM Controller (A/PC/178) Figure 7.4 - Breadboard SIM (A/PC/185) DIGITAL I/O MODULE 20-410 Page 7.3...
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