Contec DMM-552-PCI Owner's manual

Brand: Contec

Model: DMM-552-PCI

Type: Owner's manual

cTEST series

5 1/2 Digit 2ch

Digital Multimeter Board for PCI

DMM-552-PCI

User’s Guide

CONTEC CO.,LTD.

DMM-552-PCI

Check Your Package

Thank you for purchasing the CONTEC product.

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 Configuration List

- Board [DMM-552-PCI] …1

- First step guide …1

- CD-ROM *1 [API-PAC(W32) cTEST] …1

- Synchronization control cable (10cm) …1

*1 The CD-ROM contains the driver software and User’s Guide (this guide)

CD-ROM

[API-PAC(W32) CTEST]

Board

Synchronous control cable

First step guide

DMM-552-PCI

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consent of CONTEC CO., LTD.

CONTEC CO., LTD. makes no commitment to update or keep current the information contained in this

document. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

All relevant issues have been considered in the preparation of this document. Should you notice an

omission or any questionable item in this document, please feel free to notify CONTEC CO., LTD.

Regardless of the foregoing statement, CONTEC assumes no responsibility for any errors that may

appear in this document or for results obtained by the user as a result of using this product.

Trademarks

Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names are

trademarks of their respective holder.

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Table of Contents

Check Your Package ................................................................................................................................ i

Copyright .................................................................................................................................................ii

Trademarks ..............................................................................................................................................ii

Table of Contents ...................................................................................................................................iii

1. BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT 1

About the Product ................................................................................................................................... 1

Features............................................................................................................................................. 1

Support Software.............................................................................................................................. 3

Cable & Connector (Option) ........................................................................................................... 4

Accessory (Separate sale) ................................................................................................................ 4

Customer Support.................................................................................................................................... 5

Web Site ........................................................................................................................................... 5

Limited Three-Years Warranty............................................................................................................... 5

How to Obtain Service ............................................................................................................................ 5

Liability ................................................................................................................................................... 5

Safety Precautions ................................................................................................................................... 6

Safety Information ........................................................................................................................... 6

Handling Precautions ....................................................................................................................... 6

Environment ..................................................................................................................................... 8

Inspection ......................................................................................................................................... 8

Storage .............................................................................................................................................. 8

Disposal ............................................................................................................................................ 8

2. SETUP 9

What is Setup?......................................................................................................................................... 9

Using the Board under Windows Using the Driver Library API-PAC(W32) cTEST ..................9

Step 1 Installing the Software............................................................................................................... 10

Starting the Install Program........................................................................................................... 10

Step 2 Setting the Hardware ................................................................................................................. 12

Parts of the Board and Factory Defaults ....................................................................................... 12

Setting the Board ID ...................................................................................................................... 13

Plugging the Board......................................................................................................................... 14

Step 3 Installing the Hardware ............................................................................................................. 16

Turning on the PC .......................................................................................................................... 16

When Using the API-DMM(WDM).................................................................................................. 16

Step 4 Checking and Changing the Initialization Setup ...................................................................... 17

Step 5 Checking Operations with the Front Panel Software ............................................................... 19

What is the front panel software?.................................................................................................. 19

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Check Method.................................................................................................................................19

Operating the Front Panel Software...............................................................................................20

Setup Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................................22

Symptoms and Actions...................................................................................................................22

If your problem cannot be resolved ...............................................................................................22

3. EXTERNAL CONNECTION 23

How to connect the connectors .............................................................................................................23

Connector shape .............................................................................................................................23

Connector Pin Assignment.............................................................................................................25

Connect to Measurement Object...........................................................................................................27

Maximum Input Voltage of each Part............................................................................................27

DC or AC Voltage Measurement...................................................................................................28

DC or AC Current Measurement ...................................................................................................29

Resistance Measurement (Channel 1)............................................................................................30

Digital I/O Signals, Control Signals Connection .................................................................................31

Synchronization Control Connectors ....................................................................................................33

SC Connectors ................................................................................................................................33

Connecting the SC Connectors (CN5, CN6) .................................................................................34

4. FUNCTIONS 36

5 Measurement Functions .....................................................................................................................36

DC or AC voltage measurement ....................................................................................................36

DC or AC current measurement.....................................................................................................37

Resistance measurement ................................................................................................................38

Introduction of measurement procedure ...............................................................................................40

1. Initializing...................................................................................................................................41

2. Setting measurement condition..................................................................................................41

3. Starting/Stopping operation .......................................................................................................46

4. Monitoring status and Acquiring data .......................................................................................46

5. Finishing .....................................................................................................................................47

Digital input function ............................................................................................................................48

Digital output function ..........................................................................................................................49

5. ABOUT SOFTWARE 50

CD-ROM Directory Structure ...............................................................................................................50

About Software for Windows ...............................................................................................................51

When using the API-DMM(WDM) ......................................................................................................52

Accessing the Help File..................................................................................................................52

Using Sample Programs .................................................................................................................53

Uninstalling the Driver Libraries ..........................................................................................................56

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6. ABOUT HARDWARE 58

Hardware specification ......................................................................................................................... 58

Measurement performance.................................................................................................................... 61

Block Diagram ...................................................................................................................................... 64

Timing for Control Signal..................................................................................................................... 65

Timing for Control Signal of Measurement function ................................................................... 65

DMM-552-PCI

1. Before Using the Product

DMM-552-PCI

Before Using the Product

About the Product

This product is a digital multi-meter board for PCI bus, which has 51/2 digits high precision, and has 2

channel simultaneous measurement function. It possesses five measurement functions that are direct

current voltage / current measurement, alternating current voltage / current measurement, resistance

measurement.

Collect data from personal computer directly, which contribute to largely shortening of tact time,

miniaturization of examination device, cost reduction. The maximum conversion speed is 1500SPS, so

it is possible to continuously sampling by 2 channels at the same time. The precision, integral time,

sampling interval can be set by software.

The digital multi-meter of bench

top type attaches to the application software [Front Panel Software]. It can be

used as a Voltage/Current/Resistance measurement instrument.

Windows API

is also attached

, so it is possible to

program by Visual Basic and Visual C++.

Features

Miniaturization of examination device / Cost reduction

The function of high precision digital multi-meter is realized by

the expansion board of personal computer. Examination devices

can be gathered into one personal computer,

measurement

instruments and

expansion boards for communication are not

necessary.

Largely shortening of tact time because directly controlled by personal computer

Compare with the system which use a

measurement instrument

and

a personal computer, the transmission time from

measurement

instrument to

personal computer and the communication

processing are reduced. Directly collect from personal computer

can be judged immediately, so the tack time for examining is

largely shortened.

[ The

essential time for collecting 10,000 data ]

51/2 digits high precision, 2 channel simultaneous measurement function

24bit ΔΣ Model A/D Converter is used, it is possible to measure (direct current voltage / current,

alternating current voltage / current, resistance (only channel 1)) by maximum 51/2 digits. It is insulated

between 2 channels. Therefore, even if there is a potential difference between channels, it is possible to

measure simultaneously for 2 channels. And, continuously sampling can be realized with the maximum

conversion speed that is 1500SPS * 2 channels.

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[Front Panel Software] is used as a

digital multi-meter

The digital multi-meter of bench

top type attaches to the

application software [Front Panel Software], which can be used as a

Voltage/Current/Resistance measurement instrument. And, this

application has the function of diagnosing and reporting the state of

the board and device driver, so it can be used for make sure of the set

up execution environment.

The Function of Level Judgment

Set a threshold level beforehand. Level can be judged without software. Load of CPU can be reduced.

The types of threshold are OverRange, UnderRange, InRange, OutRange.

The Synchronization Control Connector for Synchronization Movement

In order to synchronization control maximum 16 boards, this board has a synchronization control

connector. Therefore channels can be easily added only by adding boards. And, this board can work

together with the others expansion board of our company which has a synchronization control connector.

Such as analog I/O board, digital I/O board, counter board etc. Advanced real-time control can be

performed without software.

The Function of Auto Range

The function of auto range is that select the most suitable range automatically according to the input

signal size. Therefore, when the signal which’s size can not be distinguished is input, a measurement

can be performed without range setting.

Select a Input Impedance from 10MΩ or more than 10GΩ

In the case of direct current voltage, range is 10V or 1V or 100mV, the input impedance can be selected

from 10MΩ or more than 10GΩ. If you want to reduce the noise influence, select 10MΩ. If you want to

reduce the influence of signal source’s output impedance, select more than 10GΩ. Therefore, the

measurement can be performed according to the measurement environment.

Software Trigger, Analog Edge Trigger, Hysteresis, Window Trigger, Digital Edge Trigger, Sampling

Start / Stop condition of Event Control Output etc.

The control of sampling start can be selected from software trigger, analog edge trigger, hysteresis,

window trigger, digital edge trigger, event control output. The control of sampling stop can be selected

from software trigger, sampling times stop. The control of sampling start and sampling stop is

absolutely independent. It can be individually set.

Use BNC Connector for Measurement Terminal

Use BNC connector for measurement terminal. It is easy to connect to the device which has BNC

connector.

Windows compatible driver library API-PAC(W32) cTEST is attached.

Using the attached driver library makes it possible to create applications of Window.

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Support Software

You should use CONTEC support software according to your purpose and development environment.

Windows version of digitizer driver

API-DMM(WDM)

[Stored on the bundled CD-ROM driver library API-PAC(W32) cTEST]

The API-DMM(WDM) is the Windows version driver library software that provides products in the form of Win32

API functions (DLL). Various sample programs such as Visual Basic and Visual C++, etc is provided.

Windows version of application software Front panel software

[Stored on the bundled CD-ROM driver library API-PAC(W32) cTEST]

The front panel software is an application which can be used as a digital multi-meter of bench top type. It also has the

function of diagnosing the state of the board and its driver.

Moreover, you may use the “Diagnosis Report” feature reports the driver settings, the presence or absence of the board,

I/O status, and interrupt status.

Windows version of application software Configuration software

[Stored on the bundled CD-ROM driver library API-PAC(W32) cTEST]

By configuration software, you may create a configuration file of acquisition conditions for this product

in a wizard form.

< Operating environment >

OS Windows 7, Vista, XP, Server 2003, 2000

Adaptation language Visual Basic, Visual C++, Visual C#

For more details on the supported OS, applicable language and how to download the updated version, please visit the

CONTEC’s Web site (http://www.contec.com/apipac/).

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Cable & Connector (Option)

< For analog I/O >

One Side BNC Medium Curly

Clip : BNC-W60 (0.6m)

BNC Cable : BNC-B100 (1m)

: BNC-B200 (2m)

: BNC-B300 (3m)

16-pin Post Header

15-pin D-SUB Bracket Cable (150mm)

: DT-E3

16-pin Flat Cable (1.5m) : DT/E1

Shielded Cable with Connector on both sides for 15-pin D-SUB Connector

: PCB15PS-0.5P (0.5m)*1*2

Shielded Cable with Connector on both sides for 15-pin D-SUB Connector

: PCB15PS-1.5P (1.5m)*1*2

15-pin D-SUB

15-pin Flat Cable : PCA15P-1.5 (1.5m)*1

Flat Cable with Connector on both sides for 15-pin D-SUB Connector

: PCB15P-1.5 (1.5m)*1*2

*1 DT-E3 is necessary.

*2 FTP-15 is necessary only in using.

Accessory (Separate sale)

Screw-type Terminal (M3 Screw, 15 Points) : FTP-15 *1

*1 Cable DT-E3 and PCB15P-1.5 are necessary separately.

* Check the CONTEC’s Web site for more information on these options.

1. Before Using the Product

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Customer Support

CONTEC provides the following support services for you to use CONTEC products more efficiently

and comfortably.

Web Site

Japanese http://www.contec.co.jp/

English http://www.contec.com/

Chinese http://www.contec.com.cn/

Latest product information

CONTEC provides up-to-date information on products.

CONTEC also provides product manuals and various technical documents in the PDF.

Free download

You can download updated driver software and differential files as well as sample programs available in

several languages.

Note! For product information

Contact your retailer if you have any technical question about a CONTEC product or need its price,

delivery time, or estimate information.

Limited Three-Years Warranty

CONTEC products are warranted by CONTEC CO., LTD. to be free from defects in material and

workmanship for up to three years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.

Repair will be free of charge only when this device is returned freight prepaid with a copy of the

original invoice and a Return Merchandise Authorization to the distributor or the CONTEC group office,

from which it was purchased.

This warranty is not applicable for scratches or normal wear, but only for the electronic circuitry and

original products. The warranty is not applicable if the device has been tampered with or damaged

through abuse, mistreatment, neglect, or unreasonable use, or if the original invoice is not included, in

which case repairs will be considered beyond the warranty policy.

How to Obtain Service

For replacement or repair, return the device freight prepaid, with a copy of the original invoice. Please

obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization number (RMA) from the CONTEC group office where you

purchased before returning any product.

* No product will be accepted by CONTEC group without the RMA number.

Liability

The obligation of the warrantor is solely to repair or replace the product. In no event will the

warrantor be liable for any incidental or consequential damages due to such defect or consequences that

arise from inexperienced usage, misuse, or malfunction of this device.

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Safety Precautions

Understand the following definitions and precautions to use the product safely.

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

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may

result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage.

Handling Precautions

DANGER

Do not use the product where it is exposed to flammable or corrosive gas. Doing so may result in

an explosion, fire, electric shock, or failure.

CAUTION

- There are switches and jumpers on this product that need to be set in advance.

Be sure to check these before installing this product.

- Only set the switches and jumpers on this product to the specified settings.

Otherwise, this product may malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure.

- Do not strike or bend this product.

Otherwise, this product may malfunction, overheat, cause a failure or breakage.

- Do not touch this product's metal plated terminals (edge connector) with your hands.

Otherwise, this product may malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure.

If the terminals are touched by someone's hands, clean the terminals with industrial alcohol.

- As this product contains components that are designed to operate at high temperature, please do not

touch this product when it is in use.

If the current measurement function has been used for a particularly long time, there is the case that

the part of BNC connector becomes a high temperature.

- Do not touch the external connector (BNC connector) when the power is on.

Otherwise this may malfunction, cause a failure due to static electricity.

- Do not install this product to the expansion slot and do not plug or unplug the cables which are

connected to this product while the PC or expansion chassis is still turned on.

Otherwise, this product may malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure.

Be sure that the personal computer power is turned off.

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- Make sure that your PC or expansion unit can supply ample power to all the products installed.

Insufficiently energized products could malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure.

- In the board there is a part with the possibility that the high voltage is applied to. Make sure that the

board does not approach and does not come into contact with an inside cable of personal computer or

others board.

False action of others board or personal computer will be the reason of malfunction.

- The specifications of this product are subject to change without notice for enhancement and quality

improvement.

Even when using the product continuously, be sure to read the manual and understand the contents.

- Do not modify the product. CONTEC will bear no responsibility for any problems, etc., resulting

from modifying this product.

- 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 this

CONTEC product or the information contained herein.

- The conformity condition of static electricity examination is as follows.

Contact +/- 4.0kV

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Environment

Use this product in the following environment. If used in an unauthorized environment, the product

may overheat, malfunction, or cause a failure.

Operating temperature

0 - 50°C

Operating humidity

10 - 90%RH (No condensation)

Corrosive gases

None

Floating dust particles

Not to be excessive

Inspection

Inspect the product periodically as follows to use it safely.

- Check that the bus connector

of the board and its cable have

been plugged correctly.

- Check that the board has

no dust or foreign matter adhering.

- The gold-plated leads of the bus connector

have no stain or corrosion.

Storage

When storing this product, keep it in its original packing form.

(1) Put this product in the storage bag.

(2) Wrap it in the packing material, then put it in the box.

(3) Store the package at room temperature at a place free from direct sunlight, moisture, shock,

vibration, magnetism, and static electricity.

Disposal

When disposing of the product, follow the disposal procedures stipulated under the relevant laws and

municipal ordinances.

2. Setup

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Setup

This chapter explains how to set up the board.

What is Setup?

Setup means a series of steps to take before the product can be used.

Different steps are required for software and hardware.

The setup procedure varies with the OS and applications used.

Using the Board under Windows

Using the Driver Library API-PAC(W32) cTEST

This section describes the setup procedure to be performed before you can start developing application

programs for the board using the bundled CD-ROM “Driver Library API-PAC(W32) cTEST”.

Taking the following steps sets up the software and hardware. You can use the front panel software

later to check whether the software and hardware function normally.

Step 1 Installing the Software

Step 2 Setting the Hardware

Step 3 Installing the Hardware

Step 4 Checking and Changing the Initialization Setup

Step 5 Checking Operations with the front panel software

If Setup fails to be performed normally, see the “Setup Troubleshooting” section at the end of this

chapter.

2. Setup

DMM-552-PCI

Step 1 Installing the Software

This section describes how to install the API function libraries.

Before installing the hardware on your PC, install the Driver libraries from the bundled

API-PAC(W32) cTEST CD-ROM.

The following description assumes the operating system as Windows XP. Although some user

interfaces are different depending on the OS used, the basic procedure is the same.

Starting the Install Program

(1)

Load the CD-ROM [API-PAC(W32) cTEST] on your PC.

(2)

The API-PAC(W32) cTEST Installer window appears automatically.

If the panel does not appear, run (CD-ROM drive letter):\AUTORUN.exe.

(3)

Click on the [Install Development or Execution Environment] button.

CAUTION

Before installing the software in Windows 7, Vista, XP, Server 2003, or 2000, log in as a user with

administrator privileges.

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Select API-DMM(WDM)

(1)

The following dialog box appears to select “Driver to install” and “Install option”, “Usage of

driver library”.

(2)

Select the "Digital Multi-meter Driver".

(3)

Click on the [Install] button.

Run the installation

(1)

Complete the installation by following the instructions on the screen.

(2)

The Readme file appears when the installation is complete.

You have now finished installing the software.

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Step 2 Setting the Hardware

This section describes how to set this product and plug it on your PC.

This product has some switches to be preset.

Check the on-board switches before plugging this product into an expansion slot.

This product can be set up even with the factory defaults untouched. You can change board settings

later.

Parts of the Board and Factory Defaults

Figure 2.1. shows the names of major parts on the board.

Note that the switches and jumpers setting shown below is the factory default.

Figure 2.1. Part Names

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Setting the Board ID

If you install two or more boards on one personal computer, assign a different ID value to each of the

boards to distinguish them.

The board IDs can be set from 0 - Fh to identify up to sixteen boards.

If only one board is used, the original factory setting (Board ID = 0) should be used.

Setting Procedure

To set the board ID, use the rotary switch on the board. Turn the SW1 knob to set the board ID as

shown below.

BOARD ID

SW1

Factory setting :

(Board ID = 0)

Figure 2.2. Board ID Settings (SW1)

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