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CONTENTS
PC-HELPER Series
USB I/O Unit Module Type (4 slot)
CC-USB271-CPSN4
Introduction .................................................................. 4
Safety Precautions .................................................... 11
Setup ............................................................................. 18
Installation and connection .................................. 47
Software ....................................................................... 56
Appendix ...................................................................... 62
Customer Support and Inquiry ............................ 67
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Table of Contents
Introduction ....................................................................... 4
1. Related Manuals ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
2. About the Product .................................................................................................................................................. 6
3. Features ...................................................................................................................................................................... 7
4. Product Configuration List .................................................................................................................................. 8
5. Support Software .................................................................................................................................................... 9
6. Optional Products ............................................................................................................................................... 10
Safety Precautions ........................................................... 11
1. Safety Information............................................................................................................................................... 12
2. Handling Precautions ......................................................................................................................................... 13
1. FCC PART15 Subpart B Class A ................................................................................................................ 15
2. CE EMC Directive Class A Notice ......................................................................................................... 15
3. Display Marking ............................................................................................................................................. 15
3. Environment .......................................................................................................................................................... 16
4. Inspection ............................................................................................................................................................... 16
5. Storage ..................................................................................................................................................................... 17
6. Disposal ................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Setup ................................................................................. 18
1. What is Setup? ...................................................................................................................................................... 19
1. Driver Software Installation ....................................................................................................................... 19
2. Driver Software Installation ............................................................................................................................. 20
1. Starting Up the Install Program ............................................................................................................... 20
3. Hardware Setting ................................................................................................................................................. 21
1. Nomenclature of Product Components ............................................................................................... 21
2. Power Supply Connector............................................................................................................................ 22
3. LED Indicator ................................................................................................................................................... 23
4. Setting Switches ............................................................................................................................................ 24
5. USB Port [Type-C].......................................................................................................................................... 24
6. USB Selection Switch ................................................................................................................................... 25
7. Expansion Slots .............................................................................................................................................. 26
4. Hardware Installation ......................................................................................................................................... 27
1. Add Hardware ................................................................................................................................................ 27
2. Installing and Removing I/O Module and Blank Panels ................................................................ 30
3. Connecting to External Power Supply .................................................................................................. 32
4. Connecting the Product ............................................................................................................................. 33
5. Driver Software Initialization ........................................................................................................................... 35
1. Setting the Device Name ........................................................................................................................... 35
6. I/O Module Change ............................................................................................................................................ 37
1. Driver Reinstallation ..................................................................................................................................... 37
7. Operation Check .................................................................................................................................................. 39
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1. Using the Diagnosis Program .................................................................................................................. 39
8. Setup Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................................... 46
1. Examples and Solution................................................................................................................................ 46
Installation And Connection........................................... 47
1. Installing the Product ......................................................................................................................................... 48
1. Installation Conditions ................................................................................................................................ 48
2. Mounting On and Removing From the DIN Rail or the Wall....................................................... 51
2. Cable Connection ................................................................................................................................................ 55
1. Power ................................................................................................................................................................. 55
Software ............................................................................ 56
1. Driver for Windows ............................................................................................................................................. 57
1. Accessing the Help File ............................................................................................................................... 57
2. Using Sample Programs ............................................................................................................................. 57
3. Running a Sample Program ...................................................................................................................... 57
4. Distributing Developed Application ...................................................................................................... 57
5. Uninstalling the Driver Software ............................................................................................................. 58
6. Returning to Initial State ............................................................................................................................ 59
2. CONTEC Device Utility ....................................................................................................................................... 60
1. Updating Firmware ....................................................................................................................................... 60
Appendix .......................................................................... 62
1. Specifications ........................................................................................................................................................ 63
1. Specifications .................................................................................................................................................. 63
2. About Current Consumption of Expansion Slots ............................................................................. 65
2. Physical Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................... 66
1. Product .............................................................................................................................................................. 66
Customer Support and Inquiry ...................................... 67
1. Services .................................................................................................................................................................... 68
4
Introduction
This section provides necessary information of the product
such as the outline, bundled items and manuals before
actual use.
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1. Related Manuals
The manuals related to the product are listed below.
Read them as necessary along with this document.
Must Read the Following Manuals.
Name
Purpose
Contents
How to get
Setup Guide
Must read this after
opening the package.
This lists the product
configuration and describes
the precautions.
Included in the package
(Printed matter)
Reference Manual
(This Document)
Read this when
operating the product.
This describes the hardware
aspects such as functions
and settings.
Download from
the C
ONTEC
website (PDF)
Download Manuals
Download the manuals accordingly from the following URL.
https://www.contec.com/download/
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2. About the Product
This product is an I/O Unit (module type) which can be connected to a USB port on the PC to add
input or output functions to your system. With this unit, you can freely add I/O modules to match
the necessary functions from among the varied collection of CONPROSYS nano series I/O modules.
The product has a USB Type-C port and can be operated by bus power from the host.
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3. Features
I/O module expansion
With this product, you can freely add I/O modules to match the necessary functions from among the varied collection of CONPROSYS
nano series I/O modules.
Easy installation and removal of I/O modules
Expansion modules can be installed and removed without any tools.
USB Type-C port provided
The product has a USB Type-C port and can be operated by bus power from the host.
Compact Design
Compact design, 110 (W) × 74.8 (D) × 95 (H) mm, features flexibility in installation.
Applicable with Windows driver software
Applications can be created with Windows driver software in the Win32 API function format (DLL).
On top of that, you can check whether software and hardware are operating properly with the diagnostic program.
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4. Product Configuration List
The product consists of the items listed below.
Check, with the following list, that your package is complete.
If you discover damaged or missing items, contact your retailer.
Product…1
USB Cable
[Type-A Type-C, 1.8m]…1
Setup Guide…1
Warranty Certificate…1
Serial Number Label…1
Blank Panel...3
(attached to the product)
Power Connector...1
(attached to the product)
Cable
Attachment Fitting...1
Screw for Cable
Attachment Fitting…1
Cable Tie…1
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5. Support Software
You can use CONTEC support software according to your purpose and development environment.
For more details on the supported OS, applicable languages, or to download the latest version of
software, visit the CONTEC Web site.
Name
Contents
How to get
Driver software
- API-DIO(WDM)
- API-AIO(WDM)
- API-CNT(WDM)
They are Windows driver software provided in the
Win32 API function format (DLL).
Various sample programs such as Visual Basic and
Visual C++, etc and diagnostic program useful for
checking operation are provided.
Download from the
CONTEC website
Download the files from the following URL.
https://www.contec.com/download/
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6. Optional Products
Optional product items are as follows:
Use these items with the main unit, as necessary.
Product
Name
Model type
Power
Consumption*1
Driver
Software
Description
I/O module
Digital input
and output
CPSN-DI-08L
0.3W
API-
DIO(WDM)
Digital input 8ch (Isolation 12-24VDC)
CPSN-DI-08BL
1.1W
Digital input 8ch (12VDC built-in
power supply Isolation 12VDC)
CPSN-DI-16BCL
1.7W
Digital input 16ch (12VDC built-in
power supply Isolation 12-24VDC)
CPSN-DO-08L
0.4W
Digital output 8ch
(Isolation 12-24VDC)
CPSN-DO-08BL
1.5W
Digital output 8ch (12VDC built-in
power supply Isolation 12VDC)
CPSN-DO-08RL
0.4W
Digital output 8ch
(Reverse common Isolation 12-24VDC)
CPSN-DO-08BRL
1.6W
Digital output 8ch (Reverse common
12VDC built-in power supply Isolation
12VDC)
CPSN-DIO-08SL
0.3W
Digital I/O Bi-directional 8ch
(Isolation 5-24VDC)
I/O module
Analog input
CPSN-AI-1208LI
1.8W
API-
AIO(WDM)
Analog input
8ch (12bit, 10μsec/ch) / Bus-Isolation
CPSN-AI-2408LI
1.4W
Analog input
8ch (24bit, 208μsec/ch) / Bus-Isolation
I/O module
Analog output
CPSN-AO-1602LC
3.2W
API-
AIO(WDM)
Analog output
2ch (16bit, voltage/current) / Isolation
between channels
I/O module
Counter
CPSN-CNT-3201I
0.4W
API-
CNT(WDM)
Counter 1ch (32bit, Up/Down count
500kHz) / Rotary encoder, Linear scale
support / Isolation
I/O module
Relay
CPSN-RRY-4PCA
1.5W
API-
DIO(WDM)
Reed relay contacts output
4ch (A-contact Isolation up to 125VAC,
up to 30VDC)
DIN rail fitting
power supply
CPS-PWD-
90AW24-01
-
-
90W (Input: 100-240VDC, Output:
12VDC 3.8A)
CPS-PWD-
30AW24-01
-
-
30W (Input: 100-240VDC, Output:
12VDC 1.3A)
*1 Includes conversion loss during voltage conversion on the product.
Visit the CONTEC website for the latest optional products.
https://www.contec.com/
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Safety Precautions
Understand the following definitions and precautions to
use the product safely.
Never fail to read them before using the product.
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1. Safety Information
This document provides safety information using the following symbols to prevent accidents
resulting in injury or death and the destruction of equipment and resources.
Understand the meanings of these labels to operate the equipment safely.
DANGER
Signal word used to indicate an imminently hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Signal word used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Signal word used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
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2. Handling Precautions
DANGER
Do not use the product in locations exposed to a flammable or corrosive gas. It may cause
explosion, fire, electrical shock, or malfunction.
Do not allow this device to come into contact with foreign substances (metal particles,
flammable substances, liquids, etc.) This can cause fire or electrical shock.
Do not place this device in an unstable location or use incomplete mountings. This may cause
the device to fall.
Be sure to connect the product to the stipulated power supply voltage. Connecting to a
different voltage might cause a fire or electrical shock.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.
This product is not intended for use in aerospace, space, nuclear power, medical equipment,
or other applications that require a very high level of reliability. Do not use the product in
such applications.
If using this product in applications where safety is critical such as in railways, automotive, or
disaster prevention or security systems, please contact your retailer.
CAUTION
It may cause a trouble in recognizing and operating the device according to the kind of USB
hub. Please note that external power supplies should be used.
Do not use or store the product in a location exposed to extremely high or low temperature
or susceptible to a rapid temperature change.
Example: - Exposure to direct sun
- In the vicinity of a heat source
Do not use the product in extremely humid or dusty locations. It is extremely dangerous to
use this product with its interior penetrated by water or any other fluid or conductive dust. If
this product must be used in such an environment, install it on a dust-proof control panel, for
example.
Avoid using or storing the product in locations subject to shock or vibration that exceeds
range of specification.
When transporting the product, take suitable measures to avoid applying shock or vibration
directly to the product. Shock resistance: 15G (11ms) below.
Use the product in the specified operating condition (temperature, humidity, vibration, and
shock).
The product should always be grounded (earth).
Avoid installing in the place where ventilation of the product may compromise.
Insufficient aeration could heat up the product and lead to malfunctions or damages.
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Do not use the product in the vicinity of devices that generate strong magnetic force or noise.
Such products will cause the product to malfunction (stop, reboot).
Do not use or store the product in the presence of chemicals.
When removing connectors or cables, always unplug the power cable and USB cable of this
product first.
Do not modify the product. CONTEC will bear no responsibility for any problems, etc.,
resulting from modifying the product.
In the event of failure or abnormality (foul smells or excessive heat generation), unplug the
power cables of this product immediately and contact your retailer.
To connect with peripherals, use a grounded, shielded cable.
To clean the product, wipe it gently with a soft cloth dampened with either water or mild
detergent. Do not use chemicals or a volatile solvent, such as benzene or thinner, to prevent
the paint to be scraped or discolored.
When connecting cables, first check the shapes of connectors, and then insert them in the
correct orientation. After they are connected, do not put too much load on the connected
part. Doing so may result in poor contact or damage to the product and the connected part.
Do not touch metal parts or terminals with your hands when the product is in operation.
Otherwise, the product may malfunction, or cause failure.
Do not touch the product or connectors with a wet hand to avoid electric shock.
The specifications of the product are subject to change without notice for enhancement and
quality improvement. Even when using the product continuously, be sure to read the manual
in the CONTEC's website and understand the contents.
When the product is used in a place that is affected by overcurrent or overvoltage (lightning
surge), select appropriate surge protection device for all of the route (Power line, signal line,
earth, etc.). Consult with the specialist regarding selecting, purchasing, and setting the surge
protection device.
When disposing of the product, follow the disposal procedures stipulated under the relevant
laws and municipal ordinances.
Use the product in accordance with the described installing method, conditions, and
specifications. If the product is used outside the specified range, the protection performance
of this product will be impaired.
Regardless of the foregoing statements, CONTEC is not liable for any damages whatsoever
(Including damages for loss of business profits) arising out of the use or inability to use the
CONTEC product or the information contained herein.
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1. FCC PART15 Subpart B Class A
NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.
FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
2. CE EMC Directive Class A Notice
EN55032 Class A Notice
Warning:
Operation of this equipment in a residential environment could cause radio interference.
3. Display Marking
Display of power
(Input Rating Label)
Display of functional earth
terminal
DC power supply
Functional earth terminal
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3. Environment
Use this product in the following environment. If used in an unauthorized environment, this product may overheat,
malfunction, or cause a failure.
Operating Temperature
-20 - 60ºC
Humidity
10 - 90%RH (No condensation)
Corrosive Gases
None
Floating Dust Particles
Not to be excessive
4. Inspection
Inspect the product periodically as follows to use it safely.
CAUTION
Check that the ventilation slit has no obstruction and has no dust or foreign matter adhering.
Moreover, if there is the slit on the case side, please confirm it to the slit similarly.
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5. Storage
When storing this product, keep it in its original packing form.
Put this product in the storage bag.
Wrap it in the packing material, and then put it in the box.
Store the package at room temperature at a place free from direct sunlight, moisture, shock,
vibration, magnetism, and static electricity.
6. Disposal
When disposing of the product, follow the disposal procedures stipulated under the relevant laws
and municipal ordinances.
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Setup
This section explains how to set up this product.
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1. What is Setup?
Setup means a series of steps to take before the product can be used.
Different steps are required for driver software and hardware.
The setup procedure varies with the OS or driver software used.
1. Driver Software Installation
This section describes the procedure to start the application program development using the driver
software.
Taking the following steps sets up the driver software and hardware. You can use the diagnosis
program later on to check whether the driver software and hardware function properly.
Step 1 Driver Software Installation (page20)
Step 2 Hardware Setting (page21)
Step 3 Hardware Installation (page27)
Step 4 Driver Software Initialization (page35)
Step 5 Operation Check (page39)
If Setup fails to be performed properly, see the Setup Troubleshooting (page46)section at the
end of this chapter.
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2. Driver Software Installation
This section describes how to install the driver software.
Before connecting this product to a PC, install the device driver.
Although some user interfaces are different depending on the OS used, the basic procedure is the
same. For detailed OS installation procedure, refer to Help (APIUSBP.chm) in the folder that installed
the development environment package from CONTEC website.
1. Starting Up the Install Program
1 Download the corresponding driver software of the I/O module from our website.
For the appropriate software of each I/O module, see theOptional Products (page10)”.
2 Expand the downloaded file.
3 Execute the installer in the expanded folder. As the installer differs depending on software
used, check the list below to execute.
Software
Installer
API-DIO(WDM)
(Expanded folder) \INF\WDM\Dio_forwin10\Setup.exe
API-AIO(WDM)
(Expanded folder) \INF¥WDM\Aio_forWin10\Setup.exe
API-CNT(WDM)
(Expanded folder) \INF\WDM\Cnt_forWin10\Setup.exe
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