Advantech USB-4718 Manuale utente
USB-4718
8-Channel Thermocouple
Input Module
User Manual
USB-4718 User Manual ii
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Part No. 2003471800 1st Edition
Printed in Taiwan January 2006
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This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications
when shielded cables are used for external wiring. We recommend the use
of shielded cables. This kind of cable is available from Advantech. Please
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Safety Precaution - Static Electricity
Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the
products from damage.
1. To avoid electrical shock, always disconnect the power from your
PC chassis before you work on it. Don't touch any components on
the CPU card or other cards while the PC is on.
2. Disconnect power before making any configuration changes. The
sudden rush of power as you connect a jumper or install a card may
damage sensitive electronic components.
v Table of Contents
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ..................................................... 2
1.1 Features ............................................................................. 2
1.2 Applications ...................................................................... 3
1.3 Installation Guide .............................................................. 3
Figure 1.1:Installation Flow Chart ................................. 4
1.4 Software Overview............................................................ 5
1.4.1 Programming Choices for DA&C Module: ................... 5
1.4.2 Device Drivers ............................................................... 5
1.5 Device Driver Programming Roadmap............................. 6
1.5.1 Programming Tools ....................................................... 6
1.5.2 Programming with Device Drivers Function Library .... 7
1.5.3 Troubleshooting Device Drivers Error .......................... 7
Chapter 2 Installation ..................................................... 10
2.1 Unpacking ....................................................................... 10
2.2 Driver Installation ........................................................... 10
Figure 2.1:Automation Software Setup Screen ........... 11
2.3 Hardware Installation ...................................................... 12
Figure 2.2:Device Manager Screen ............................. 13
Figure 2.3:USB-4718 Device Speed ............................ 14
2.4 Device Setup & Configuration........................................ 14
2.4.1 Setting Up the Device .................................................. 15
Figure 2.4:Device Manager Dialog Box ...................... 15
2.4.2 Configuring the Device ................................................ 15
Figure 2.5:The Device Setting Dialog Box ................. 16
2.5 Device Testing................................................................. 16
2.5.1 Testing Analog Input Function .................................... 17
Figure 2.6:Analog Input Tab/Device Test Dialog ....... 17
2.5.2 Testing Analog Output Function ................................. 17
Figure 2.7:Analog Output Function Not Supported .... 17
2.5.3 Testing Digital Input Function ..................................... 18
Figure 2.8:Digital Input Tab/Device Test Dialog ........ 18
2.5.4 Testing Digital Output Function .................................. 18
Figure 2.9:Digital Output Tab/Device Test Dialog ..... 18
2.5.5 Testing Counter Function ............................................ 19
Figure 2.10:Counter Tab Testing Unsupported ........... 19
2.6 Hardware Uninstallation ................................................. 19
Figure 2.11:Unplug or Eject Hardware Dialog ............ 20
Figure 2.12:Stop a Hardware device dialog box .......... 20
Chapter 3 Signal Connections ........................................ 22
3.1 Overview ......................................................................... 22
3.2 I/O Connectors ................................................................ 22
3.2.1 Pin Assignment ............................................................ 22
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Figure 3.1:I/O Connector Pin Assignment .................. 23
3.2.2 I/O Connector Signal Description ................................ 24
Table 3.1:I/O Connector Signal Description ............... 24
3.2.3 LED Indicator Status Description ................................ 24
Table 3.2:LED Indicator Status Description ................ 24
3.3 Analog Input Connections............................................... 25
Figure 3.2:Single-Ended Input Channel Connection ... 25
3.4 Isolated Digital Input Connections.................................. 25
Figure 3.3:Analog Output Channel Connections ......... 26
3.5 Isolated Digital Output Connections ............................... 26
3.5.1 External Trigger Source Connection ........................... 26
3.6 Field Wiring Considerations ........................................... 27
Appendix A Specifications ................................................. 30
A.1 Analog Input.................................................................... 30
Table A.1:Analog Input ............................................... 30
A.2 Accuracy for Thermocouple: .......................................... 31
Table A.2:Accuracy for Thermocouple ....................... 31
A.3 Isolated Digital Input....................................................... 31
Table A.3:Isolated Digital Input .................................. 31
A.4 Isolated Digital Output .................................................... 32
Table A.4:Isolated Digital Output ............................... 32
A.5 General ............................................................................ 32
Table A.5:General ........................................................ 32
Appendix B Function Block............................................... 34
Appendix C Firmware Download Utility ......................... 36
Figure C.1:Install Firmware Download Utility Screen 36
Figure C.2:USB Download Utility .............................. 37
Figure C.3:Firmware Selection .................................... 37
Figure C.4:Firmware Download Completed. ............... 38
Appendix D Analog Input Calibration ............................. 43
D.1 Voltage Input Calibration................................................ 44
Figure D.1:USB-4718 Device Setting window .......... 45
Figure D.2:USB-4718 Calibration Wizard 46
Figure D.3:Zero range calibration complete. ............... 46
Figure D.4:Full range calibration ................................ 47
Figure D.5: Calibration Complete ............................... 47
D.2 Voltage Input Calibration................................................ 48
Figure D.6:Select the current input range setting ........ 48
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CHAPTER
1
Introduction
This chapter will provide information
on the features of the DAS module, a
quick start guide for installation, and
some brief information on software and
accessories for the USB-4718 Module.
Sections include:
• Features
• Applications
• Installation Guide
• Software Overview
• Device Driver
• Programming Roadmap
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Chapter 1 Introduction
USB-4718 offers 8 thermocouple inputs with 16-bit resolution, up to
0.1% input range accuracy, or 4~20 mA inputs. Reliable and rugged
enough for industrial applications, yet inexpensive enough for home
projects, USB-4718 is the perfect way to add measurement and control
capability to any USB capable computer. The USB-4718 is fully USB
plug and play and easy to use. It obtains all required power from the USB
port, so no external power connection is ever required.
1.1 Features
USB-4718 has the most requested measurement & control functions:
• 8 differential thermocouple input channels
• 16 bits resolution
• Software configurable for thermocouple, low level voltage or current
inputs.
• Wiring burned-out detectable function (Thermo mode)
• 2,500 Vdc isolation
• Watchdog Timer
• Supports 0~20 & 4~20mA current inputs.
• Bus-powered
• Device status LED indicator
• Removable on-module wiring terminal
• USB 2.0 Support
• Hot swappable
1.2 Applications
• Temperature measurement
• Industrial ON/OFF control
• Industrial and Lab. automation
Note: For detailed specifications of USB-4718, please
refer to Appendix A, Specifications.
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1.3 Installation Guide
Before you install your USB-4718 module, please make sure you have
the following necessary components:
• USB-4718 DAS Module
• USB-4718 User Manual
• Shielded USB 2.0 cable (1.8 m)
• Driver software Advantech DLL drivers (included in the companion
CD-ROM)
• Personal computer or workstation with a USB port (running Windows
2000, or XP)
Some application software is also available for enhanced operation. USB-
4718 works with ActiveDAQ, ActiveDAQ Pro, and other third-party
software packages.
After you have the necessary components and maybe some accessories
for enhanced operation of your USB DAS module, you can then begin the
installation procedure. Figure 1.1 on the next page provides a concise
flow chart to give a broad picture of the software and hardware installa-
tion procedures.
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Figure 1.1: Installation Flow Chart
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