SLX100/101 Quick Start Guide - RH-Tech
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1. 2 3 1 Hardware Configuration Install any SCMD input module in any channel position 0 through 15 Connect appropriate discrete digital signal to the field connectors note odd numbered screw terminals are connection on the backpanel behind the module See Figure 2 1 The isoLynx Digital Backpanel will demonstrate basic operation without any modules installed as long as at least one input channel is configured Install an SLX140 X cable RJ45 both ends between the isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit Digital I O port RJ 45 and one of the two RJ 45 Digital I O ports on the isoLynx Digital Backpanel These two ports are wired in parallel to allow chaining of multiple isoLynx Digital Backpanels so it is not critical which one is used See Figure 2 1 See isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit Section 1 3 1 for isoLynx to PC connection Connect a 5VDC 1 Amp minimum power supply and turn on the power Observe the 5V LED lighting Channel LEDs for populated channels may be on or off depending on the state of the input Channel LEDs for vacant channels will remain off For location of LEDs see Figure 2 1 2 3 2 Using PC Sample Software Create the C Program Files Dataforth isoLynx folder on your local hard drive From the installation CD ROM copy the Demo folder and all of its contents to the folder you just created 2 3 2 1 Configuring an Input Channel From the Demo folder run the isoLynx Configuration sample2. program Config exe Config will display a dialog box similar to Figure 2 2 Figure 2 2 shows the Configuration Sample dialog box as it appears after configuration so some information and labels may have changed from the initial states 1 The button at the top right corner is labeled Connect or Disconnect For information on the other options in this section see the isoLynx Software User Manual Clicking on Connect displays an isoLynx Connect dialog box Clicking on Connect within that box triggers the Config program to make a serial connection to the isoLynx Digital I O Backpanel For information on the other options in the isoLynx Connect dialog box see the isoLynx Software User Manual After a short pause the Connect dialog box disappears and the Connect button in the Configuration dialog box shows Disconnect 2 At this time observe the information boxes in the I F Configuration section are displaying the communication parameters in particular Baudrate 9600 and Interface Type RS 232 For information on the other options in this section see the isoLynx Software User Manual 3 Observe the I O Type boxes in I O configuration section have become activated Observe the box labeled I O Panel shows the designation Aio 0 meaning Analog I O Panel 0 Click on the down arrow button of the I O Panel box Click on Dio 0 meaning Digital Panel 0 in the selection list For information on the other options in this section
3. see the isoLynx Software User Manual 4 Click on the down arrow button of the I O Type box next to the channel you have populated with a module Select Di from the pull down list Note the Channel Present box now has a check mark isoLynx Digital I O Panel Any Digital 1 0 Module Field Connectors Channel LEDs Figure 2 1 5 Click on the Configure button in the bottom right corner to send isoLynx its new configuration Click Yes in the I O Configure question box After a short communication pause the isoLynx Digital I O Backpanel 0 is now configured and communicating with the isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit 6 Before running the Input sample program you must Disconnect the Configure sample program The example in Figure 2 2 has configured panel 0 channel 0 At this time you may also click on to minimize or X to close the Configuration dialog box 2 3 2 2 Reading an Input Channel Next locate and run the Input sample program Input exe Input will display a dialog box similar to Figure 2 3 Figure 2 3 shows the Input Sample dialog box as it appears after execution so some information and labels may have changed from the initial states au E 08 Figure 2 2 BEEN A 85 4 5 e a 2 5 3 Figure 2 3 1 The button the top right cor
4. bserve the 5V LEDs lighting Observe that RD and TD LEDs are off Observe the A D LED blinking at a steady rate after an initial pause For location of LEDs see Figure 1 1 1 1 3 2 Using PC Sample Software Create the C Program Files Dataforth isoLynx folder on your local hard drive From the installation CD ROM copy the Demo folder and all of its contents to the folder you just created 1 3 2 1 Minimum PC Requirements Windows 98 ME 2000 or XP and the minimum hardware to support the operating system 1 3 2 2 Configuring an Input Channel From the Demo folder run the isoLynx Configuration sample program Config exe Config will display a dialog box similar to Figure 1 2 Figure 1 2 shows the Configuration Sample dialog box as it appears after configuration so some information and labels may have changed from the initial states 1 The button at the top right corner is labeled Connect or Disconnect For information on the other options in this section see the isoLynx Software User Manual Clicking on Connect displays an isoLynx Connect dialog box Clicking on Connect within that box triggers the Config program to make a serial connection to the isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit For information on the other options in the isoLynx Connect dialog box see the isoLynx Software User Manual After a short pause the Connect dialog box disappears and the Connect button in the Configuration dialog box shows Disconnect 2 At this
5. duct serial number 3 Name address and tele 4 Special repair instruction 5 Purchase order number phone number of person returning product 5 out of warranty repairs The product should be carefully packaged making sure the RMA number appears on the outside of the package and ship prepaid to Dataforth Corporation 3331 Hemisphere Loop Phone 520 741 1404 Tucson AZ 85706 USA FAX 520 741 0762 The information provided herein is believed to be reliable however DATAFORTH assumes no responsibility for inaccuracies or omissions DATAFORTH assumes no responsibility for the use of this information and all use of such information shall be entirely at the user s own risk Application information is intended as suggestions for possible use of the products and not as explicit performance in a specific application Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice No patent rights or licenses to any of the circuits described herein are implied or granted to any third party DATAFORTH does not authorize or warrant any DATAFORTH product for use in life support devices and or systems MA1016
6. ectro static discharge ESD protective packaging Use appropriate ESD protection measures while unpacking Check visually for physical damage If physical damage is noted file a claim with the shipping carrier 2 2 Package Contents and Physical Description isoLynx SLX101 Digital Backpanel two high speed serial I O ports and 16 digital channel module sockets One CD ROM containing isoLynx data acquisition software drivers examples and documentation files including Help files manuals and specifications This isoLynx Digital I O Backpanel Quick Start Guide This completes the unpacking and visual inspection of the isoLynx Digital I O Backpanel The scope of the isoLynx Digital I O Backpanel Quick Start Guide covers rapid verification of the isoLynx Digital Backpanel connected to an isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit only For detailed configuration and installation in your system and for stand alone operation reference the isoLynx Hardware User Manual and or the isoLynx Software User Manual on CD ROM For rapid verification of basic functionality continue with the next section 2 3 Verifying Basic Operation At this point you are ready to insert an SCMD module connect an external signal connect communications to the isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit and apply power to both the isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit and isoLynx Digital Backpanel and verify the System s basic operation as follows
7. es manuals and specifications This isoLynx SLX100 101 Quick Start Guide This completes the unpacking and visual inspection of the isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit For detailed configuration and installation in your system reference the isoLynx Hardware User Manual and or the isoLynx Software User Manual on CD ROM For rapid verification of basic functionality continue with the next section 1 3 Verifying Basic Operation At this point you are ready to insert an SCM5B module connect an input signal and apply power to the isoLynx Analog Base Unit in order to verify its basic operation 1 3 1 Hardware Configuration Install any input module in any channel position 0 through 11 Connect appropriate sensor or calibration signal source to the field I O connectors on the backpanel in front of the module refer to figure 1 1 for I O connection diagram The isoLynx Analog Base Unit will demonstrate basic operation without any modules installed as long as at least one input channel is configured Install an SLX140 X cable RJ45 both ends and an SLX142 X or SLX143 X RJ 45 to DB 9 adapter either factory preset or user configurable between the isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit RS 232 port RJ 45 and a PC serial port DB 9 See Figure 1 1 From the factory all units are shipped configured for RS 232 9600 bits second Baud interface Connect a 5VDC 1 Amp minimum power supply and turn on the power O
8. guration 2 z T RS 232 Configure s s Options None Nee 3 1 0 Figure 1 2 6 ieyne Sampin 1 Channel Data 2 5 gt 9 30308 ros ico pe p pe yt gs of a mal lt fi Channel Options 4 Input Options 3 VO Panek C BUS Repetitive 4 IV Read Group 2 E Stop On Ertor Figure 1 3 POSU 4 In the Input Options section there are three choices Single Shot Repetitive and Sample Interval For a dynamic display choose Repetitive Sample Interval can range from 0 05 to 65 50 seconds 5 Clicking on the Input button will start data acquisition Observe either the signal you have connected or a random noise signal from the open analog input as a varying decimal number next to the configured channel The example in Figure 1 3 shows data for panel 0 channel 0 Click on the Stop button to stop data acquisition 6 Click on Disconnect then X to end this demo 1 3 3 Using isoLynx Commands Directly Alternatively you may use a terminal program such as Hyperterminal in Win9x or later or Terminal in Win3 1 to key in configure and input read commands Reference the isoLynx Software User Manual isoLynx Digital Backpanel 2 1 Unpacking Each isoLynx Digital I O Backpanel is shipped in el
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11. isol Ww SUX100 101 Quick Start Guide e 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 3 1 1 3 2 1 3 3 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 3 1 2 3 2 2 3 3 Table of Contents isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit Unpacking wis svar Package Contents and Physical Description Verifying Basic Operation Hardware Configuration Using PC Sample Software Using isoLynx Commands Directly isoLynx Digital I O Backpanel Unpacking een Package Contents and Physical Description Verifying Basic Operation Hardware Configuration Using PC Sample Using isoLynx Commands Directly isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit 1 1 Unpacking Each isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit is shipped in electro static discharge ESD protective packaging Use appropriate ESD protection measures while unpacking Check visually for physical damage If physical damage is noted file a claim with the shipping carrier 1 2 Package Contents and Physical Description isoLynx SLX100 Analog I O Base Unit comprised of isoLynx Controller containing one processor board one I O signal converter board and one optional industrial communication board mounted on the 12 ch Analog I O Base Unit backpanel One CD ROM containing isoLynx data acquisition software drivers examples and documentation files including Help fil
12. ner is labeled Connect or Disconnect For information on the other options in this section see the isoLynx Software User Manual Clicking on Connect displays an isoLynx Connect dialog box Clicking on Connect within that box triggers the Input program to make a serial connection to the isoLynx Digital Backpanel For information on the other options in the isoLynx Connect dialog box see the isoLynx Software User Manual After a short pause the Connect dialog box disappears and the Connect button in the Input dialog box shows Disconnect 2 At this time observe in the Channel Data section the channel you have configured has a check mark All others are blank 3 Note in the Channel Options section the Panel box as in Configure contains the designation Dio 0 There are four selection boxes two have check marks and two are de activated The recommended configuration is Leave Read Group checked and uncheck Stop On Error Floating Point Data and Average Data is de activated for digital panels For the meanings and implications of the other choices see the isoLynx Software User Manual 4 In the Input Options section there are three choices Single Shot Repetitive and Sample Interval For a dynamic display choose Repetitive Sample Interval can range from 0 05 to 65 50 seconds 5 Clicking on the Input button will start data acquisition Observe either the signal you have connected or a constant 1 or 0 next to the configu
13. red channel The example in Figure 2 3 shows data for panel 0 channel 0 Click on the Stop button to stop data acquisition 6 Click on Disconnect then X to end this demo 2 3 3 Using isoLynx Commands Directly Alternatively you may use a terminal program such as Hyperterminal in Win9x or later or Terminal in Win3 1 to key in configure and input read commands Reference the isoLynx Software User Manual Warranty General Seller warrants that its products furnished hereunder will at the time of delivery be free from defects in material and workmanship and will conform to Seller s applicable specifications or if appropriate to Buyer s specifications accepted in writing by Seller SELLER S OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY TO BUYER FOR PRODUCTS WHICH DO NOT CONFORM TO THE ABOVE STATED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO SELLER AT SELLER S SOLE DISCRETION EITHER REPAIRING REPLACING OR REFUNDING THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT S PROVIDED THAT WRITTEN NOTICE OF SAID DEFECT IS RECEIVED BY SELLER WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH BELOW i for all software products including licensed programs thirty 30 days from date of initial delivery 1 for all hardware products including complete systems one 1 year from date of initial delivery iii for all special products sixty 60 days from date of initial delivery and further all products warranted hereunder for which Seller has received timely notice of nonconformance must be ret
14. te and run the Input sample program Input exe Input will display a dialog box similar to Figure 1 3 Figure 1 3 shows the Input Sample dialog box as it appears after execution so some information and labels may have changed from the initial states 1 The button at the top right corner is labeled Connect or Disconnect For information on the other options in this section see the isoLynx Software User Manual Clicking on Connect displays an isoLynx Connect dialog box Clicking on Connect within that box triggers the Input program to make a serial connection to the isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit For information on the other options in the isoLynx Connect dialog box see the isoLynx Software User Manual After a short pause the Connect dialog box disappears and the Connect button in the Input dialog box shows Disconnect 2 At this time observe in the Channel Data section that the channel you have configured has a check mark All others are blank 3 Note in the Channel Options section the I O Panel box contains the designation Aio 0 There are four selection boxes All have check marks The recommended configuration is leave Read Group checked uncheck Stop On Error leave Floating Point Data checked and uncheck Average Data For the meanings and implications of the other choices see the isoLynx Software User Manual Configuration Sample 1 0 0 Mm E 6 ohne Disconnect 1 Confi
15. time observe the information boxes in the I F Configuration section are displaying the communication parameters in particular Baudrate 9600 and Interface Type RS 232 For information on the other options in this section see the isoLynx Software User Manual 3 Observe the I O Type boxes in the I O configuration section have become activated Observe the box labeled Panel shows the designation Aio 0 meaning Analog Panel 0 For information on the other options in this section see the isoLynx Software User Manual 4 Click on the down arrow button of the I O Type box next to the channel you have populated with a module Select Ai from the pull down list Note the Channel Present box now has a check mark b Click on the Configure button in the bottom right corner to send isoLynx its new configuration Click Yes in the Configure question box After a short communication pause the isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit is now configured 6 Before running the Input sample program you must Disconnect the Configure sample program The example in Figure 1 2 has configured panel 0 channel 0 At this time you may also click on to minimize or X to close the Configuration dialog box isoLynx Analog I O Base Unit RS 485 Port SCM5B RS 232 Module Port LEDs Digital Field I O Connectors Typical Connection 5VDC Power 5VDC LED Figure 1 1 1 3 2 3 Reading an Input Channel Next loca
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