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PCI-compliant Analog I/O Boards (Two Models) Newly Designed
for Lead-free System
New Release in the E Series of Intelligent Boards with High-capacity Memory
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CONTEC Co., Ltd., a comprehensive manufacturer of PC peripherals, industrial computers, and network equipment, has developed new products (in two models) in the Intelligent E Series of popular analog I/O devices with high-capacity memory as PC measurement control components newly designed to support lead-free systems while maintaining compatibility with conventional products. CONTEC releases these models from the last day of January on.
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| 12-bit High-speed Analog Multi-Function I/O Board |
AD12-16(PCI)EV |
| 16-bit High-speed Analog Multi-Function I/O Board |
AD16-16(PCI)EV |
The two new models, AD12-16(PCI)EV and AD16-16(PCI)EV are PCI bus compliant, analog I/O boards capable of expanding the analog signal input (A/D conversion) interface on a PC with a PCI slot. Because the buffer memory of mass 16M data was loaded, a sampling is possible as background processing which does not depend on the throughput of a personal computer. Moreover, a start/stop of a sampling are realizated by not only the command of software but also the size (conversion data comparison) of an analog signal, or detection (external trigger) of a TTL level signal. The AD12-16(PCI)EV and AD16-16(PCI)EV are 12-bit and 16-bit types, respectively, different in resolution (quantization precision). In addition, buffer memory capacity is sharply reinforced from 256K data of the conventional product to 16M data.
The new products are successors to the conventional Intelligent E Series of popular analog input devices which carry high-capacity memory and can be enhanced with a variety of accessories to meet specific applications. These are however designed as new environment-sensitive products satisfying a JEITA lead-free level of Phase 2 while dramatically reducing the power consumption. As the two models are compatible with their respective conventional products ("EH" at the end of the model name) in external wiring connector shape and signal pin assignment, they can use the external wiring cable and terminal strip as they are. A variety of accessories are also available commonly such as the simultaneous sampling function expansion board (with some exceptions).
The new board can input (A/D convert) analog signals via up to 16 channels and support data collection at high speed by sampling (using one channel) at 1 MHz. The board has not only the analog inputs but also a single-channel analog output interface (for D/A conversion) and a four-channel digital I/O interface. In addition, the board carries high-capacity buffer memory available in FIFO or RING mode, making it possible to sample data continuously at high speed without depending on the load on the PC. The board can also set a variety of trigger/sampling conditions to meet the needs for advanced data analysis such as pre-trigger and post-trigger.
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| [ Features ]
- Available in two models depending on the combination of conversion speed and resolution.
The < AD12-16(PCI)EV > is the high-speed type that performs A-D conversion at a conversion speed of 10µsec per channel and a resolution of 12-bit.
The < AD16-16(PCI)EV > is the high-speed, high-precision type that performs A-D conversion at a conversion speed of 10µsec per channel and a resolution of 16-bit.
- Equipped with high-capacity buffer memory for 16MB of data and a variety of sampling control functions
FIFO or RING buffer memory for 16MB of data, allowing sampling to be performed as a background task independent of the processing power of the PC.
Capable of starting and stopping sampling not only by software commands but depending on the strength of an analog signal (via conversion data comparison) or by detection of a TTL-level signal (external trigger).
- 16 single-ended channels or eight differential channels (Analog input function)
These boards allow either single-ended or differential input mode that is selected with on-board jumpers. The order of channels subject to signal conversion can be preset in the dedicated register. Using an optional unit, a board can increase the maximum number of input channels (up to 32 channels) and perform simultaneous sampling.
- Mixed on-board channels for analog output and digital I/O
One channel for analog output, four channels for TTL digital input, and four channels for TTL digital output mixed on the board.
- PCI short-size board with a wealth of advanced functions
- Abundant optional units
Providing a variety of options available for extending the functions, including buffer amplifier, simultaneous sampling, insulation & current/thermocouple input, lowpass filter, and cables.
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| [ Specifications ]
AD12-16(PCI)EV
Item |
Specification |
Analog input |
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Isolated specification |
Un-Isolated |
Type |
Single-Ended Input or Differential Input (Jumper setup) |
Number of input channels |
16 channels (Single-Ended Input)
8 channels (Differential Input) |
Input range |
Bipolar: ±10V
Unipolar: 0 - +10V
(Set the input range using both of jumpers and software.) |
Absolute max. input voltage |
±20V |
Input impedance |
1MΩ or more |
Resolution |
12bit |
Non-Linearity error *1*2 |
±2LSB(When using the input gain x 1, x 2)
±4LSB(When using the input gain x 4, x 8) |
Conversion speed |
10µsec/ch (Max.) |
Buffer memory |
16M Word FIFO or 16M Word RING (Software setup) |
Conversion start trigger |
Software/Input data comparison/TTL level external signal |
Conversion stop trigger |
Specified sampling data stored /Input data comparison/TTL level external signal/Software |
Analog output |
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Isolated specification |
Un-Isolated |
Number of output channel |
1ch |
Output range |
Bipolar ±10V / Bipolar ±5V / Unipolar 0 - +10V (Jumper setup) |
Output current ability |
±5mA |
Output impedance |
1Ω or less |
Resolution |
12bit |
Non-Linearity error *1 |
±1/2LSB |
Conversion speed |
6µsec (Max.) |
Digital I/O |
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Number of output channels |
4 TTL levels (Selection of a counter output is possible at a jumper.) |
Number of input channels |
4 TTL levels (A counter control input and common use are possible at a jumper.) |
Counter |
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Counter device |
i8254 equivalent |
Counter clock |
Internal (4MHz) or External signal |
I/O address |
Any 32-byte boundary |
Interrupt |
1 level use |
Power consumption *3 |
+5V 1000 mA (Max.) |
Operating condition |
0 - 50°C, 10 - 90%RH (No condensation) |
PCI bus specification |
32-bit, 33MHz, Universal key shapes supported *4 |
Dimension (mm) |
176.41(L)×105.68(H) |
Interface connectors |
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CN1 |
D-SUB 37-Pin female connector #4-40UNC |
CN2 |
16-pin Pin-header |
Weight |
150g |
*1: When the environment temperature is near 0°C or 50°C, the non-linearity error may become larger.
*2: At the time of the source use of a signal which built in the high-speed operational amplifier.
*3: If an external device requires this AD12-16(PCI)EV board to supply +5VDC from the CN1 or CN2 connectors, the power consumption of this board will be bigger than what this specification has defined.
*4: This board requires +5V power supply from expansion slots (it does not operate in the environment of only +3.3V power supply).
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AD16-16(PCI)EV
Item |
Specification |
Analog input |
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Isolated specification |
Un-Isolated |
Type |
Single-Ended Input or Differential Input (Jumper setup) |
Number of input channels |
16 channels (Single-Ended Input) |
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8 channels (Differential Input) |
Input range |
Bipolar: ±10V
Unipolar: 0 - +10V, 0 - +5V (Jumper setup) |
Absolute max. input voltage |
±20V |
Input impedance |
1MΩ or more |
Resolution |
16bit |
Non-Linearity error *1*2*3 |
±5LSB |
Conversion speed |
10µsec/ch (Max.) |
Buffer memory |
16M Word FIFO or 16M Word RING (Software setup) |
Conversion start trigger |
Software/Input data comparison/TTL level external signal |
Conversion stop trigger |
Specified sampling data stored /Input data comparison/TTL level external signal/Software |
Analog output |
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Isolated specification |
Un-Isolated |
Number of output channel |
1ch |
Output range |
Bipolar ±10V / Unipolar 0 - +10V (Jumper setup) |
Output current ability |
±5mA |
Output impedance |
1Ω or less |
Resolution |
16bit |
Non-Linearity error *1 |
±5LSB |
Conversion speed |
10µsec (Max.) |
Digital I/O |
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Number of output channels |
4 TTL levels (Selection of a counter output is possible at a jumper.) |
Number of input channels |
4 TTL levels (A counter control input and common use are possible at a jumper.) |
Counter |
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Counter device |
i8254 equivalent |
Counter clock |
Internal (4MHz) or External signal |
I/O address |
Any 32-byte boundary |
Interrupt |
1 level use |
Power consumption *4 |
+5V 1000 mA (Max.) |
Operating condition |
0 - 50°C, 10 - 90%RH (No condensation) |
PCI bus specification |
32-bit, 33MHz, Universal key shapes supported *5 |
Dimension (mm) |
176.41(L)×105.68(H) |
Interface connectors |
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CN1 |
D-SUB 37-Pin female connector #4-40UNC |
CN2 |
16-pin Pin-header |
Weight |
150g |
*1: When the environment temperature is near 0°C or 50°C, the non-linearity error may become larger.
*2: At the time of the source use of a signal which built in the high-speed operational amplifier.
*3: The current consumption increases when power (+5 V) is supplied from the PC to an external device via the connector. An error of about 0.02% of the maximum range value may occur with an un-isolated bipolar setting of ±5 V or an un-isolated unipolar setting of 0 - +5 V.
*4: If an external device requires this AD16-16(PCI)EV board to supply +5VDC from the CN1 or CN2 connectors, the power consumption of this board will be bigger than what this specification has defined.
*5: This board requires +5V power supply from expansion slots (it does not operate in the environment of only +3.3V power supply).
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[Support Software]
- Driver Library API-PAC(W32) (Bundled)
API-PAC(W32) is the library software that provides the commands for CONTEC hardware products in the form of Windows standard Win32 API functions (DLL). It makes it easy to create high-speed application software taking advantage of the CONTEC hardware using various programming languages that support Win32 API functions, such as Visual Basic and Visual C++.
It can also be used by the installed diagnosis program to check hardware operations.
For details, read Help on the bundled CD-ROM or visit the CONTEC's Web site.
CONTEC provides download services to supply the updated drivers and differential files. ->
http://www.contec.com/product/special/apipac/
< Operating environment >
OS: Windows XP, Server 2003, 2000, Me, 98, etc.
Adaptation language: Visual C++ .NET, Visual C# .NET, Visual Basic .NET, Visual C++,
Visual Basic, Delphi, C++Builder, etc.
- Linux version of analog I/O driver API-AIO(LNX) (Supplied: Stored on the API-PAC(W32) CD-ROM)
This driver is used to control CONTEC analog I/O boards (cards) from within Linux.
You can control CONTEC I/O boards easily using the shared library called from the user application, the device driver (module) for kernel version, and the board (card) configuration program (config).
For details, read Help on the bundled CD-ROM or visit the CONTEC Web site.
CONTEC provides download services to supply the updated drivers and differential files. ->
http://www.contec.com/product/special/apipac/
< Operating environment >
OS: RedHatLinux, TurboLinux, etc.
(For details on supported distributions, refer to Help available after installation.)
Adaptation language: gcc, etc.
- Data Logger Software C-LOGGER (Included on the API-PAC(W32) driver library CD-ROM, freely downloadable)
Fully-featured data logger software that supports the analog I/O devices. Features include graphic display and zoom-in monitoring of collected data, saving to file, and dynamic transfer to Excel spreadsheets.
No programming is required.
For details, check C-LOGGER at the CONTEC's web site -> http://www.contec.com/clogger/
- MATLAB® compatible data collection library ML-DAQ (freely downloadable)
ML-DAQ is library software for MATLAB from MathWorks, Inc. to use CONTEC's analog I/O boards.
Each function is offered based on the common interface provided by the Data Acquisition Toolbox of MATLAB.
For details, check ML-DAQ at the CONTEC's web site -> http://www.contec.com/mldaq/
- Data Acquisition Library for LabVIEW® VI-DAQ (freely downloadable)
A library for using CONTEC analog I/O devices in National Instruments' LabVIEW software.
The VI-DAQ plug-in allows CONTEC analog I/O devices to be used in the same way as LabVIEW's standard data acquisition VI.
For details, check VI-DAQ at the CONTEC's web site -> http://www.contec.com/vidaq/
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