Measurement-computing DataShuttle User Manual

© 1998, 1999, 2000 by IOtech, Inc. November 2001 Printed in the United States of AmericaDataShuttle and DynaRes User’s Manualfor Data Acquisition and

1-2 Introduction & Installation of the Data Shuttle 11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResThe DataShuttle together with our software – such as DASYLab

12-4 Applications Primer11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaRes

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Analog Input & Output 13-1Analog Input & Output 13Analog Input & OutputThermocouplesThermocouples are the

13-2 Analog Input & Output11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResFigure 13-1. Thermocouple ConnectionsWhen a resistor is installed at R5 and the therm

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Analog Input & Output 13-3Select the proper thermocouple for the temperature range and accuracy required using th

13-4 Analog Input & Output11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResStrain GagesStrain gages are made of a wire or resistor that changes resistance when st

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Analog Input & Output 13-5Figure 13-2. Strain Gage ConnectionsPiezoelectric SensorsOur data acquisition boards

13-6 Analog Input & Output11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResFigure 13-3c shows an amplified piezoelectric sensor configuration. Many piezoelectric

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Analog Input & Output 13-7The capacitor C and the resistor R3 form a high-pass filter network, which specifies th

13-8 Analog Input & Output11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResRTD Ranges & ResolutionCurrent SetResistorRTD TemperatureRange16-Bit Resolution(Ohm

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Analog Input & Output 13-9RTD AccuracyCurrent SetResistorRTD 16-Bit Accuracy(Ohms) (Ohms) (Degrees C)10K 50 0.820

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01Introduction & Installation of the DataShuttle 1-3Features and ConfigurationsAnalog Input Channels DataShuttle-16

13-10 Analog Input & Output11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResFigure 13-5. Connections for RTDsCurrentFigure 13-6 shows the connections for curren

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Analog Input & Output 13-11Figure 13-6. Current ConnectionsHigh Voltage DividerOur data acquisition boards and

13-12 Analog Input & Output11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResFigure 13-8b shows a connection that may by used where the load is already connected t

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Analog Input & Output 13-13For currents other than 4-20mA, use the connection of Figure 13-9d. The channel must

13-14 Analog Input & Output11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaRes

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Digital I/O 14-1Digital I/O 14Digital Input & OutputThis chapter provides instruction for digital I/O application

14-2 Digital I/O11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResFigure 14-1. High Power Output ConnectionsIf the load is a DC load, such as motor, pump, or valve,

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Digital I/O 14-3Figure 14-2. High Power DC Input ConnectionsDC inputs should be connected with the correct polarity

14-4 Digital I/O11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResFigures 14-2c and 14-3c show switches connected as in Figure 14-2a and 14-3a, except that they share

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Digital I/O 14-5Frequency/Rate MeasurementFlow meters and tachometers put out pulses that are usually measured as a r

1-4 Introduction & Installation of the Data Shuttle 11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResFor More InformationFor more information about the capabiliti

14-6 Digital I/O11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResIf the gate interval is one second and pulses come in at the rate of 100 per second (100 Hertz freque

DataShuttle and DynaRes 11-13-01 Appendix A-1Appendix A--Thermocouple Application Tips AWhen implementing thermocouple applications, the following poi

Appendix A-2 11-13-01 DataShuttle and DynaRes• You can calibrate to your own temperature measurement by adjusting CCAL in the Calib.Dat file. Add75 po

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Glossary - 1GlossaryData Acquisition GlossaryAccuracyIn data acquisition applications, accuracy refers to how close rep

Glossary - 211-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResDigitalA quantity that has discrete levels. The number of people in a room is a digital quantity. See “Anal

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Glossary - 3ResolutionThe smallest increment that can be detected in a quantity. Resolution is often specified in bits

Glossary - 411-12-01DataShuttle and DynaRes

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01Introduction & Installation of the DataShuttle 1-5DataShuttle-RTDThe DataShuttle RTD models are specifically desi

1-6 Introduction & Installation of the Data Shuttle 11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResDataShuttle-TCThe DS-16-8-TC is the best model for thermocoup

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01Introduction & Installation of the DataShuttle 1-7Before installing 5B or opto22 isolation modules, it will be ne

1-8 Introduction & Installation of the Data Shuttle 11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResIn any event, please refer to the software provider’s install

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01Introduction & Installation of the DataShuttle 1-9A Note on Board Numbers– When you are using multiple units in y

1-10 Introduction & Installation of the Data Shuttle 11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaRes

DataShuttle and DynaRes 11-13-01 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 2-1DataShuttle - Technical Notes 2Although the technical notes presented in the fo

2-2 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResEDITCALDataShuttles are calibrated at the factory prior to shipment, and should n

DataShuttle and DynaRes 11-13-01 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 2-3Auxiliary ComponentsStarting EDITCALAuxiliary Components are required by some s

2-4 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResPower SuppliesA Note on Power Supplies – The DataShuttle supplies the following v

DataShuttle and DynaRes 11-13-01 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 2-5ExamplesExample 1: Current Sense ResistorThe DataShuttle can measure currents u

2-6 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResExample 3: Ground loopsOccasionally there is an installation where the ground con

DataShuttle and DynaRes 11-13-01 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 2-7Current OutputsMost current outputs connect to current loop devices, such as co

2-8 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResDigital ComponentsInstalling Digital ModulesSchematic for Digital Auxiliary Compo

DataShuttle and DynaRes 11-13-01 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 2-9Installing Current Limiting ResistorsTo limit the current in the digital input

2-10 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaRes4. Disconnect additional DataShuttles and printers in your setup.5. Connect the

DataShuttle and DynaRes 11-13-01 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 2-11Troubleshooting: OperationHintsIt’s essential to have exactly one ground refe

Warranty InformationYour IOtech warranty is as stated on the product warranty card. You may contact IOtech by phone,fax machine, or e-mail in regard

2-12 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResBefore Calling Customer SupportCheck the following key areas to validate whether

DataShuttle and DynaRes 11-13-01 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 2-13Product SpecificationsAccuracy DataShuttle-16 Accuracy & Resolution-RangeT

2-14 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResThermocouple Conditions – Same as General Conditions. Does not include the accur

DataShuttle and DynaRes 11-13-01 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 2-15RTD Conditions – Same as General Conditions. Does not include the accuracy of

2-16 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResAnalog InputScan Rate – Scan rate is the rate in Hertz (or, samples per second)

DataShuttle and DynaRes 11-13-01 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 2-17General InformationGeneral Specifications of the DataShuttle• Analog input ope

2-18 DataShuttle - Technical Notes 11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaRes

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-09-01 Introduction to the DynaRes 3-1Introduction to the DynaRes 3Thank you for selecting the DynaRes board for your pro

3-2 Introduction to the DynaRes11-09-01DataShuttle and DynaResYou can measure temperature, for example, by selecting from among 11 different thermoc

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-09-01 Introduction to the DynaRes 3-3Features and ConfigurationsThe DynaRes line consists of two models: the DynaRes 8 a

3-4 Introduction to the DynaRes11-09-01DataShuttle and DynaResConsult our Applications manual to learn more about data acquisition, process control

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-09-01Installing the DynaRes 4-1Installing the DynaRes 4OverviewGetting your DynaRes data acquisition and process control b

4-2 Installing the DynaRes11-09-01DataShuttle and DynaResPreviously in UseIf, on the other hand, your board has been in use previously in another co

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-09-01Installing the DynaRes 4-3Physical InstallationTo Install the DynaRes Board1. TURN THE COMPUTER OFF. Never remove the

4-4 Installing the DynaRes11-09-01DataShuttle and DynaResMeasuring CurrentIf you are going to connect a current, rather than a voltage, to one or mo

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-09-01Installing the DynaRes 4-5Determine which is to be the First Board. (This is easy, if it is the sole board.) Then tur

4-6 Installing the DynaRes11-09-01DataShuttle and DynaResBase Address SettingsPossible DynaRes Base Address SettingsValue Switch Positions*1 2

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01DynaRes - Technical Notes 5-1DynaRes - Technical Notes 5OverviewAlthough operations in this chapter are seldom necess

5-2 DynaRes - Technical Notes11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResPinouts of Channels 9-16 on the DynaRes 16(at Back Panel Connector)Block DiagramBlock Di

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01DynaRes - Technical Notes 5-3RecalibrationYour DynaRes uses an exclusive calibration technology to achieve great stab

Table of Contents1 - Introduction & Installation of theDataShuttleIntroduction …… 1-1General Information …… 1-1Development System …… 1-1Expandabil

5-4 DynaRes - Technical Notes11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResTroubleshooting: InstallationIf you experience difficulty in getting your data acquisit

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01DynaRes - Technical Notes 5-5Troubleshooting: OperationHintsDuring operation, it’s good practice to short all analog

5-6 DynaRes - Technical Notes11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResProduct Specifications: DynaRes 8/16Specifications of the DynaRes 8 and DynaRes 16Accura

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01DynaRes - Technical Notes 5-7DynaRes 8/16 Thermocouple AccuracyType Range (°C.) Resolution (°C.) Accuracy (°C.)J -210

5-8 DynaRes - Technical Notes11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResRTD Conditions – Same as General Conditions. It does not include the accuracy of the RT

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01DynaRes - Technical Notes 5-9Resolution/Scan RateSelectable in software:DynaRes 8/16 Resolution And Scan Rate*Resolut

5-10 DynaRes - Technical Notes11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResOperating Temperature Ambient – 0 to 50 degrees Celsius.Physical Dimensions– 6.7"

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Introduction to Terminal Panels 6-1Introduction to Terminal Panels 6For most data acquisition applications using a pl

6-2 Introduction to Terminal Panels11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResTo Install a Terminal Panel1. Verify that the panel is compatible with the instal

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Introduction to Terminal Panels 6-3T71 Terminal PanelDesigned for use with the DynaRes data acquisition boards, the T

4 - Installing the DynaResOverview …… 4-1Verifying DynaRes Switch Settings …… 4-1Single Board …… 4-1Multiple Boards …… 4-1Previously in Use …… 4-2Phys

6-4 Introduction to Terminal Panels11-09--01DataShuttle and DynaResReference TablesEach of the terminal panels differs from the others in some way,

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Introduction to Terminal Panels 6-5When two T71s are used with a 16-channel DynaRes, both terminal panels have access

6-6 Introduction to Terminal Panels11-09--01DataShuttle and DynaResAnalog Auxiliary Component Area on Terminal PanelExamplesExample 1: Current sense

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Introduction to Terminal Panels 6-7Example 2: 3-Wire RTD componentsThe most popular connection for RTDs is the three

6-8 Introduction to Terminal Panels11-09--01DataShuttle and DynaResTo install this resistor the wire at R5 must first be removed. After R5 has been

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Introduction to Terminal Panels 6-9The terminals for that I/O have now changed their function from low voltage I/O to

6-10 Introduction to Terminal Panels11-09--01DataShuttle and DynaResProduct SpecificationsAccuracyCold Junction Compensation ErrorType 25°C 15° &

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Introduction to Terminal Panels 6-11On T71 Terminal Panels Only• Outputs are high voltage open collector with pull-up

6-12 Introduction to Terminal Panels11-09--01DataShuttle and DynaRes

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Introduction to the ACAO Board 7-1Introduction to the ACAO Board 7Thank you for selecting the ACAO for your project.O

8 - Installing the ACAOOverview …… 8-1Verifying ACAO Switch Settings …… 8-1Single Board …… 8-1Multiple Boards …… 8-1Previously In Use …… 8-2Physical B

7-2 Introduction to the ACAO Board11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResFeatures and ConfigurationsAnalog Output ChannelsThe ACAO-12-2 has two output chann

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Installing the ACAO 8-1Installing the ACAO 8OverviewGetting your ACAO data acquisition and process control board up a

8-2 Installing the ACAO11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResIllustration of ACAO Data Acquisition Board, Showing Physical InstallationPreviously In UseIf,

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Installing the ACAO 8-3Physical InstallationTo Install the ACAO Board1. TURN THE COMPUTER OFF! Never remove the cove

8-4 Installing the ACAO11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaRes(For ACAO-12-8 boards, Channels Three and Four are paired similarly, as are Channels Five and

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Installing the ACAO 8-5This number determines, among other things, the sequence in which the software reads multiple

8-6 Installing the ACAO11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResACAO Board Number Switch SettingsBoardNumberSwitch Positions*5 6 7 80 (disabled) D D

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Installing the ACAO 8-72. Change the Setting 300H is the normal base address. It consists of all four DIP switches

8-8 Installing the ACAO11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaRes

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01ACAO Analog Output & Control Board Technical Notes 9-1ACAO Analog Output & Control Board Technical Notes 9 Ov

12 - Applications PrimerApplications Reference …… 12-1Connection Types …… 12-1Analog Input & Output Applications …… 12-1Digital I/O Applications …

9-2 ACAO Analog Output & Control Board Technical Notes11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResBlock Diagram of the ACAO (All Models)RecalibrationYour ACA

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01ACAO Analog Output & Control Board Technical Notes 9-3Editing Calibration FilesDepending on your usage of the ACA

9-4 ACAO Analog Output & Control Board Technical Notes11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResMultiple Boards/PanelsChanging the Quantity of Boards – A s

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01ACAO Analog Output & Control Board Technical Notes 9-5CALOUT.DAT NotesThe third line in the file has the serial n

9-6 ACAO Analog Output & Control Board Technical Notes11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResEDITCAL SelectionsTo Select a FunctionOnce EDITCAL is up an

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01ACAO Analog Output & Control Board Technical Notes 9-7Troubleshooting: OperationOperating Qs And As1. Problem:

9-8 ACAO Analog Output & Control Board Technical Notes11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaResProduct SpecificationsAnalog OutputsThe ACAO-12-2 features

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01ACAO Analog Output & Control Board Technical Notes 9-9In Current Output Mode• Temperature Drift:With self-calibra

9-10 ACAO Analog Output & Control Board Technical Notes11-13-01DataShuttle and DynaRes

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01QuickLog Introduction 10-1QuickLog Introduction 10General InformationOur primary objective is to provide you with dat

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-13-01Introduction & Installation of the DataShuttle 1-1Introduction & Installation of the DataShuttle 1Introductio

10-2 QuickLog Introduction11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResSetting Up QuickLogMake sure that your QuickLog package is complete. In addition to this pr

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01QuickLog Introduction 10-3SpecificationsMeter Display ScreensTypes of I/O Supported – Analog In, Analog Out, Digital

10-4 QuickLog Introduction11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResI/O Configuration By ChannelThe input and/or output of each channel can be configured using

DataShuttle and DynaRes 11-13-01 Getting Started with QuickLog 11-1Getting Started with QuickLog 11General InformationQuickLog is entirely menu-driv

11-2 Getting Started with QuickLog 11-13-01 DataShuttle and DynaResOptions Menu: GeneralSample And Log RateYou may select the Sample Rate, in Hz, wh

DataShuttle and DynaRes 11-13-01 Getting Started with QuickLog 11-3Options Menu: InputsThis window allows you to define which readings will be displ

11-4 Getting Started with QuickLog 11-13-01 DataShuttle and DynaResChart MenuUnlike the Options menu, these selections do not cause the Chart data t

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Applications Primer 12-1Applications Primer 12Our primary objective is to provide you with data acquisition systems t

12-2 Applications Primer11-12-01DataShuttle and DynaResSensor ConnectionsThere are several general topics regarding sensor connections that must fir

DataShuttle and DynaRes11-12-01Applications Primer 12-3Special Note For Thermocouple ApplicationsIn addition to the thermocouple application instruc