Contec CC-USB271-CPSN4 Reference guide

Reference Manual

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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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

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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.

Download

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.

Download

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.

Website

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 the “Optional 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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