506C System Interface User's Guide
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1. 2 1 Making Connections Installation 2 2 Making Connections Connect the RS 232 Cable Locate the RS 232 cable provided with the system interface It has a large D connector at each end Attach the male end of the RS 232 cable to the 506C RS 232 input Tighten the retaining screws Connect the female end of the RS 232 cable to the computer s RS 232 serial communications port That port is a male 25 pin D connector Do not mistake it for the female 25 pin D connector of the parallel printer port Again tighten the retaining screws Note If the RS 232 serial communications port of your computer is a male 9 pin D connector you must obtain a 9 to 25 pin serial cable This cable is available from Gilson or most computer stores Attach the 9 pin connector of the serial cable to the computer s RS 232 port then attach the 25 pin connector to the RS 232 input of the 506C To construct your own cable see Appendix B for the 506C RS 232 pinout diagram Installation 2 Connect the GSIOC Cable Use a GSIOC cable to connect the system interface to the Gilson device you wish to control A GSIOC cable has two 9 pin female connectors and one male connector lt 30 gt El E E 9 pin female L 9 pin female connector N I connector a Ca x el B Y Y 9 pin male connector Refer to the diagram below to connect the 506C to another Gi2. One type of detector has screwable binding posts built into the rear panel of the detector To connect the system interface to these outputs attach the wire to the post on the detector and wire to the post Tighten the posts securely Detector To analog input A B C or D of the system interface The other type of connector like the one on a Gilson detector has fixed binding receptacles To connect this type of detector to the system interface you ll need a Pomona Cable Adapter part number 6374022611 that looks like this SUOI DBUUOY Hulyew w Making Connections Installation Make the connections to your system interface as shown below Be sure to attach to and to UM Detector To analog input A B C or D of the system interface Installation Attach the Power Connector After you ve made all the necessary connections attach the power connector to the POWER input of the system interface and the transformer to a wall outlet Since the system interface is designed to be left on at all times especially for cold room use it does not have a power switch If you prefer to have a power switch a switched power outlet strip is recommended The Status light indicates that power is being supplied to the unit It also flashes to indicate the current baud rate Section 5 Troubleshooting describes how to evaluate the Status light Appendix A describ
3. Whenever the status of a contact input changes the state of all four contacts and the time since the previous change are recorded in the event FIFO Returns Xtttttt where X describes the state of the four contact inputs and tttttt is the time since the last change expressed as a hexadecimal number To determine the time in seconds convert the hexadecimal value to a decimal number then divide by 100 tttttt is 000000 if the queue is empty Appendix Use the following chart to evaluate the state of the four contact inputs at time tttttt C connect D disconnect A contact is connected if it has a short across the input or is held low by a TTL output or other active device State of Inputs EN MER P ES ES P ES P D C 7 spuewwog J0IS9 GSIOC Commands Appendix FIFO Buffered Commands To interpret the FIFO data consult the 506C Technical Manual s part number LT3645CCD discussion of the data compression format Oxxxx 1xxxx 2XXXX 3XXXX C 8 Clears FIFO 0 and sets sampling rate For xxxx indicate the sampler rate in units of 0 01 Hz FIFO 0 contains data for analog input A Clears FIFO 1 and sets sampling rate For xxxx indicate the sampler rate in units of 0 01 Hz FIFO 0 contains data for analog input B Clears FIFO 2 and sets sampling rate For xxxx indicate the sampler rate in units of 0 01 Hz FIFO 0 contains data for analog input C Clears FIFO 3 and se
4. Number 369A6PA001 Month and Year of Manufacture January 1996 I the undersigned hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directives and Standards Place Middleton WI USA Michael Jacquart Issue Date January 1996 Senior Vice President Corporate Technology Development Introduction 1 The Gilson 506C System Interface connects your computer to many instruments made by Gilson It permits bi directional communication by interconverting the RS 232 signal levels used by computers and the RS 422 485 signal levels required by the Gilson Serial Input Output Channel GSIOC The system interface also provides four contact inputs and six contact outputs that allow your computer to control instruments not equipped for GSIOC operation The state of the contacts can be read or changed using appropriate software such as Gilson control software The system interface incorporates four analog data inputs that can be read by the computer via the GSIOC Using these data inputs your computer can read the signal from any detector or monitor that provides a 100 mV to 1 0 V analog input The system interface includes a socket for installing the security key required to operate most Gilson software products As explained below and in the GSIOC Technical Manual part number LT2181 available from Gilson the 506C generally operates as the master device on the GSIOC However the unit can also be a GSIOC slave u
5. of 506C master device is 63 regardless of the switch SW1 setting when connected to an RS 232 cable sHuljyjes Jadunf pue saydyumMs Switches and Jumper Settings Appendix A 4 Jumper Table Consult the GSIOC Technical Manual for a description of termination conditions Termination Condition Jumper Setting RS 232 Control A B C D Master Break Active RS 232 Control A C B D Master Break Inactive GSIOC Control Slave Disconnect jumpers Factory default Disconnected minijumps can be stored on one post 506C to RS 232 Connector Pinout B Protective Ground Data Ground Request to Send Clear to Send Data Terminal Ready Carrier Detect Send Data Receive Data Data Set Ready Driven true to 9V 25 pin Female D Connector DCE B 1 GSIOC Commands C The Gilson Serial Input Output Channel GSIOC is an asynchronous serial communications interface that enhances the power of your Gilson instruments It incorporates a standard EIA RS 422 485 interface and allows up to 32 slave devices to be controlled from a single master in a multi drop configuration Each instrument is identified by a unique number which must be known to the instrument and to the computer The default unit ID of the 506C System Interface is 14 When connected to an RS 232 cable i e when operating as the master device the default unit ID is 63 regardless of the internal switch setting Using the computer and software yo
6. 1 flash 4 seconds 0 25 Hz any other setting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Chart No response to RS 232 input e There is no DC power connection at power input If the Status light is off check that transformer is plugged into an outlet e RS 232 connections are not correct Check for proper cable and connectors e Check RS 232 port of computer for proper operation with other RS 232 devices e Baud rate may be incorrect Check Status light as described on page 5 2 GSIOC slave devices do not respond to commands e Check GSIOC cable connections e Check slave device GSIOC unit ID numbers and baud rate switches as described in Appendix A e Baud rate may be incorrect Check Status light as described on page 5 2 Unit does not respond to inputs e Input must be a switch closure or a TTL compatible low level signal OV for activation The polarity of the signal must also be correct Relay outputs will not activate inputs are OK e Check DC voltage from the wall transformer Voltage must be at least 11V for proper relay activation Cannot locate security key in the 506C e Make sure that the security key is installed in the Key port of the 506C 5 3 yeys Hulooyusajqnoiy Repair and Return Policies Troubleshooting 5 4 Repair and Return Policies Before Calling Us Gilson Customer Service personnel will be able to serve you more efficiently if you have the following information e the serial num
7. 3456 where each digit is either C or D Example CCDDDD indicates that outputs 1 and 2 are connected and that outputs 3 4 5 and 6 are disconnected Power reset y Requests the status of the group of four contact inputs Returns ABCD where each letter is either C or D Example CCCD indicates that inputs A B and C are connected and input D is disconnected A Requests status of contact input A Returns C if connected D if disconnected B Requests status of contact input B Returns C if connected D if disconnected C Requests status of contact input C Returns C if connected D if disconnected C 3 spuewWwod J0IS9 GSIOC Commands Appendix Requests status of contact input D Returns C if connected D if disconnected Reads analog input A voltage Returns the voltage in the format XXX XX mV Reads analog input B voltage Returns the voltage in the format XXX XX mV Reads analog input C voltage Returns the voltage in the format XXX XX mV Reads analog input D voltage Returns the voltage in the format XXX XX mV Appendix C GSIOC Buffered Commands C connect D disconnect X no charge A contact is connected if it has a short across the input or is held low by a TTL output or other active device Cn n Connects output s specified by n n where n is any subset of 1 2 3
8. 4 5 6 Examples Sending C2 connects output 2 Sending C63 connects outputs 3 and 6 Dn n Disconnects output s specified by n n where n is any subset of 1 2 3 4 5 6 Examples Sending D6 disconnects output 6 Sending D25 disconnects outputs 2 and 5 0123456 Sets the six contact outputs For 123456 indicate either C D or X Note that the first character of this command is the letter O not the number 0 Example Sending ODDDDDD disconnects all contact outputs Pnt Pulses a contact output where n is 1 2 3 4 5 or 6 and t is the pulse duration measured in tenths of seconds ranging from 0 to 99 If not specified the default is 1 Example Sending P410 pulses output 4 for 1 second Za a Zeroes the offset of the analog inputs specified by a a where a is any subset of A B C D The analog input should be shorted or disconnected when this command is sent Example Sending ZAD zeroes analog inputs A and D C 5 spuewWwog JOIS9 GSIOC Commands Appendix C 6 FIFO Command List To interpret the FIFO data consult the 506C Technical Manual s part number LT3645CCD discussion of the data compression format FIFO Immediate Commands 0 Reads data from FIFO 0 analog input A 1 Reads data from FIFO 1 analog input B 2 Reads data from FIFO 2 analog input C 3 Reads data from FIFO 3 analog input D 9 Reads contact input event FIFO
9. 506C System Interface User s Guide LT3635 2004 Gilson Inc All rights reserved February 2004 Table of Contents Declaration of Conformity Introduction Unpacking Customer Service Technical Specifications Installation Making Connections Connect the RS 232 Cable Connect the GSIOC Cable Install the Security Key Connect the I O Contacts Connect the Analog Inputs Attach the Power Connector Operation Master Mode Slave Mode Maintenance Troubleshooting Status Light Troubleshooting Chart Repair and Return Policies Before Calling Us Warranty Repair Non Warranty Repair Rebuilt Exchange Return Procedure Appendix A Switches and Jumper Settings Baud Rate Selection Unit ID Selection Jumper Table Appendix B 506C to RS 232 Connector Pinout Appendix C GSIOC Commands GSIOC Commands FIFO Commands GSIOC Command List GSIOC Immediate Commands GSIOC Buffered Commands FIFO Command List FIFO Immediate Commands FIFO Buffered Commands Declaration of Conformity Application of Council Directives 89 336 EEC 73 23 EEC Standards to which Conformity is Declared EN61326 EN61000 3 3 EN61000 3 2 EN61010 1 Manufacturer s Name Gilson Inc Manufacturer s Address 3000 W Beltline Highway Middleton WI 53562 EC Office Address Gilson S A S 19 Avenue des Entrepreneurs B P 145 F 95400 Villiers le Bel France Type of Equipment Laboratory Equipment ode ee ee 506C System Interface Beginning with Serial
10. ACTIVE BREAK INACTIVE 506C SYSTEM INTERFACE Switches and Jumper Settings Appendix A 2 Baud Rate Selection Baud Rate Switch SW2 Position 2 3 External 300 600 1200 1800 2400 4800 9600 19200 C C O Open C Closed n o lo IrnI co AO O R AJO OJA A OJO JO AJOJO A O OJAJO O AJjaJja OJO O OJaAJo Factory default Choose External if the rate of transmission is clocked outside the 506C Also note the following e If external is selected and the 506C is connected to the controlling device via the RS 232 input the baud rate is 110 e If external is selected and the 506C is connected to the controlling device via the GSIOC input the baud rate is that of the controlling device See Section 5 Troubleshooting for a discussion of the 506C Status light which flashes to indicate the current baud rate You can use the Status light to determine if you have correctly set the baud rate to 9600 or 19200 Appendix A Unit ID Selection Unit ID Switch SW1 Position 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 O O O O O O 1 C O O O O O 2 O C O O O O 3 C C O O O O 4 O O C O O O 5 C O C O O O 14 O C C O O 15 C C C C O O 31 Cc C C C C O 62 O C C C C bar C C C C C O Open C Closed The 506C is shipped with unit ID set to 14 for slave operation when not connected to an RS 232 cable The unit ID
11. ber and model number of the equipment involved e the installation procedure you used e list of concise symptoms e list of operating procedures and conditions you were using when the problem arose e list of other devices connected to the 506C and a description of those connections e list of other electrical connections in the room Warranty Repair Units covered under warranty will be repaired and returned to you at no charge If you have any questions about applicability please contact the Gilson Customer Service Department or your authorized representative Non Warranty Repair For out of warranty repairs contact your local Gilson representative or the Gilson Customer Service Department A Customer Service representative will discuss service options with you and can assist in making arrangements to return the equipment if necessary Rebuilt Exchange For some units rebuilt exchange components are available Contact the Gilson Customer Service Department for details Troubleshooting Return Procedure In the United States contact the Gilson Customer Service Department to obtain authorization before returning any Gilson equipment To return a piece of equipment Carefully pack the unit to prevent damage in transit Check with Gilson regarding proper method of shipment No responsibility is assumed by Gilson for damage caused by improperly packaged instruments Indicate the authorization on the carton and on the packi
12. ecautions for continued operation are to avoid spilling liquids on the connectors and to avoid mechanical strain on the wire connections 4 1 Troubleshooting 5 When using the 506C System Interface with Gilson supplied accessories computers and application software troubleshooting is simple Most problems are due to improper connections and installation You can directly activate the contact outputs from Gilson software to verify their operation 5 1 Status Light Troubleshooting 5 2 Status Light The Status light on the 506C System Interface serves several purposes and is a useful troubleshooting tool If the light is off either the power is not being sent to the system interface or the processor may be damaged Reset the machine by removing and replacing the power connector If the light remains off contact the Gilson Customer Service Department or your local Gilson representative for repair information If the light is steadily lit the processor may be improperly initialized Reset the machine by removing and replacing the power connector If the light remains steadily lit contact the Gilson Customer Service Department or your local Gilson representative for repair information If the light flashes the system interface is operating normally The rate of flashing indicates the current baud rate setting as outlined below Flashing rate Baud rate 1 flash second 1Hz 19200 1 flash 2 seconds 0 5 Hz 9600
13. em interface Warning Changes or modifications to the system interface not expressly approved by Gilson could void the factory authorized warranty The system interface has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC commercial environment The system interface generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this device in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at the user s own expense Shielded cables must be used with the system interface to ensure compliance with the Class A FCC limits Introduction Technical Specification Definition Contact control 8 pin barrier strip connector for four differential analog inputs from a Gilson or non Gilson instrument Input impedance More than 47K ohms Input voltage range 100mV to 1 0V Input resolution 10 uV 17 bit equivalent resolution 8 pin terminal block connector includes four switch closure compatible TTL input pairs 1K ohm ground isolation 60W 125V A power rating Maximum switching voltage 250V AC Note For your safety do not switch voltages higher than 30V even though the output contacts are rated for high voltage 12 pin terminal block connector inc
14. es how to set the baud rate 2 9 SUOND9UU0OY Bumye Operation Master Mode Operation 3 2 Master Mode This mode provides RS 232 to GSIOC interface and contact control from the computer As a master device the 506C System Interface has GSIOC unit ID 63 regardless of the internal unit ID switch setting Gilson control software packages let you issue GSIOC commands that e read or activate the input output contacts e read the analog data inputs communicate with any GSIOC slave device connected to the system interface See Appendix C for a list of GSIOC commands If you write your own software to control this or other Gilson modules you ll need e 706 Device Driver Software e GSIOC Technical Manual part number LT2181 e A programming language such as Borland Turbo Pascal Microsoft Visual Basic or Microsoft C e A list of GSIOC commands for the instrument you wish to control Each instrument s User s Guide includes a list of valid commands Operation Slave Mode This alternate mode is useful when you want the contact control capability of the 506C System Interface but do not need RS 232 to GSIOC conversion To use the system interface in slave mode you ll have to change its master slave termination jumpers and assign a new unit ID number Do not use ID number 63 in slave mode See Appendix A 3 3 po 9ARIS Maintenance A The 506C System Interface should not require maintenance The best pr
15. length Then strip about 1 cm of insulation from each end Insert each wire into the appropriate slot on the terminal block connector Push each wire all the way in Then tighten its corresponding pin screw The pins labeled refer to GROUND Note Be sure to maintain the correct orientation of the terminal block connector relative to its port Attach all wires before joining the terminal block connectors to their appropriate ports on the 506C Connect the terminal block connector with the wires facing down and the pin screws facing away from the 506C This prevents spillage from dripping onto the contacts Push the terminal block connector as far as it will go It is designed to fit snugly into the port Connect the opposite ends of these wires to the appropriate peripheral equipment Be sure to match GROUND connections when using signals not generated by contacts Good practice dictates labeling the ends of the wire appropriately Installation Connect the Analog Inputs When you connect a detector to one or more of the analog inputs the 506C can function as a data acquisition device Data from the detector s are digitized and may be sent to your control software via the computer Each of the four analog inputs accepts a detector signal from 100 mV to 1 0 V Most detectors have one of two types of output connectors Using the accompanying figures determine which output connectors are used on your detector s
16. lson device using a GSIOC cable lt 30 gt 9 pin female ho connector 9 pin female connector connect to I connect to the GSIOC port GSIOC port of KS 3 Ej H on the system interface GSIOC module y Y U 9 pin male connector connect to another GSIOC cable for linking additional GSIOC modules With additional GSIOC cables you can connect as many as 32 slave devices To connect additional GSIOC cables connect the male connector to the next cable s female connector use the female connector that s not joined to the male connector Then connect the remaining female connector to the GSIOC port of the device Cables should be arranged in a linear fashion Any Y branching from the main GSIOC cable may increase noise 2 3 SUOI DBUUOD BumyenN Making Connections Installation Install the Security Key If you have Gilson key protected software installed on your computer insert the security key into the Key port on the 506C System Interface The security key is supplied with the Gilson software Note The system interface requires that the Gilson device driver be installed on the computer Gilson device drivers are installed with all Gilson control software packages 506C System Interface mal o Key Installation 2 Connect the I O Contacts Contact inputs The input barrier strip has 8 connections All
17. ludes six isolated relay output contact pairs Environmental conditions Indoor use Altitude up to 2000 m Temperature range 5 40 C Air pressure 75 105 kPa Pollution degree 1 or 2 in accordance with IEC 66 Humidity Maximum relative humidity 80 for temperatures up to 31 C decreasing linearly to 50 relative humidity at 40 C Key Socket for the electronic key supplied with most Gilson software products Manufacturing standards Meets applicable Safety and EMC certification standards UL and CE certified Physical space requirement 19 3 x 12 7 x 3 8 cm 7 6 x 5 0 x 1 5 in Power requirements 12V DC at 500 mA supplied via a 2 1 mm ID power plug Center contact is positive Weight 0 56 kg 1 25 Ibs 1 5 suoieoyioads es1uysa Installation 2 The 506C System Interface Module is pre configured as an RS 232 to GSIOC interface i e as a master device Follow these instructions to set up the system interface for use as the GSIOC master device If you will use your system interface as an additional contact I O module i e as a GSIOC slave device re configure the unit as described in Appendix A Turn off and unplug all computers and instruments before making the connections described in this section POWER STATUS KEY RS 232 GSIOC 12 V DC X 500 mA pss 0 506C SYSTEM INTERFACE 4cnson y OUTPUT INPUT ANALOG INPUT ARAAAA Aa FIINDICATES GROUND
18. ng slip Always insure for the replacement value of the unit Include a description of symptoms your name address phone number and purchase order to cover repair costs return and shipping charges if your institution requires it Ship to Gilson Inc Attention Customer Service indicate the authorization here 3000 W Beltline Highway Middleton WI 53562 0027 Outside the United States contact your Gilson representative for return procedures 5 5 S9191 0 4 UINJ9Y pue sIeday Switches and Jumper Settings A This section provides information and settings for the two PC board switches and the jumpers that configure the baud rate unit ID and master slave configuration The printed circuit board can be accessed by removing the top cover of the system interface Note When you remove the top cover of the system interface turn it over You ll see a label illustrated below that details the same information given in this section IF RS 232 MASTER UNIT co MZ ID IS ALWAYS 63 u Sp mus CI mm 3 PUSH THIS SIDE TO OPEN O E UNITID SW 1 POSITION C 123456 000000 C00000 0CO0000 OCCCOO e CCCCCO OCCCCC CCCCCC BAUD RATE EXTERNAL 19200 9600 4800 2400 1200 600 300 EXTERNAL 110 LEGEND DEFAULT C CLOSE O OPEN PUSH THIS SIDE TO OPEN SW 2 POSITION 1234 0000 CCCC CCCo OCCO 000C 00CO cooc OCOO IF GSIOC INPUT IF RS 232 INPUT JUMPER TERMINATION BREAK
19. nit to provide additional contacts when needed 1 1 Unpacking Introduction 1 2 Unpacking Unpack the system interface and its accessories carefully from the carton Cross check the contents against the equipment checklist shown below to verify that all parts are included and are undamaged Do this now even if the system interface will not be used immediately Many carriers must receive concealed damaged claims within seven days of delivery Please retain all packing material so the unit may be shipped safely if necessary The carton contains e RS 232 cable e wall transformer 12V DC 500 mA the transformer you receive is designed to accept the input voltage specified in your order e GSIOC cable Introduction Customer Service Gilson Inc and its worldwide network of authorized representatives provide customers with four basic types of assistance sales technical applications and instrument repair If you need assistance please contact your Gilson representative or if you are in the United States contact the Gilson Customer Service Department Phone 800 445 7661 or 608 836 1551 Fax 608 831 4451 Email service gilson com Web www gilson com To help us serve you quickly and efficiently please refer to Before calling us on page 5 4 1 3 9IIA19S A9WOJSNI Technical Specifications Introduction Technical Specifications Please be aware of the following before connecting the syst
20. of the inputs are paired and each pair includes a GROUND reference Contact input pairs are labeled A B C and D Gilson control software packages can determine the state of any input connected disconnected via the GSIOC A contact is connected if it has a short across the input or is held low by a TTL output or other active device Never connect voltages higher than 5V DC to an input When using TTL signals be sure to match GROUND connections Contact outputs The output barrier strip has 12 contacts All of the connections are paired isolated relay contact closures Contact output pairs are labeled 1 2 3 4 5 and 6 As described in Section 3 your control software can connect and disconnect these output pairs to control peripheral devices 2 5 sj98 u0 O 24 JOOUUOD Making Connections Installation 2 6 terminal block DOO0BA 00 connector 2 conductor cable to peripheral equipment Items you ll need To make connections to the input and output barrier strips you ll need e 2 conductor interconnect cable 22 30 gauge for each wire e wire installation stripper e small blade screwdriver You can purchase a 6 foot piece of suitable cable part number 709910206 or a package of five cables with identification markers part number 36078155 from Gilson Making connections To prepare for each connection cut the 2 conductor cable into pieces of appropriate
21. ts sampling rate For xxxx indicate the sampler rate in units of 0 01 Hz FIFO 0 contains data for analog input D Clears the contact event FIFO and resets the contact input event timer Index A U Analog inputs 2 7 Unit ID A 3 B Baud rate A 2 C Contacts Inputs 2 5 5 3 Outputs 2 5 5 3 Customer service 1 3 Repair and return policies 5 4 Return procedure 5 5 G GSIOC 2 3 5 3 A 2 A 4 C 1 C 2 C 3 K Key port 2 4 P Power 2 9 R RS 232 2 2 5 3 A 2 A 4 S Security key 2 4 5 3 Status light 2 9 5 2 A 2 Technical specifications 1 4 1 5 1 6
22. u e specify the device that you want to control issue commands that set operating parameters control operation or request information from that instrument C 1 GSIOC Commands Appendix C 2 GSIOC Commands There are two kinds of commands that you can issue from your system controller to the 506C e Buffered commands send instructions to the 506C These commands are executed one at a time e Immediate commands request status information from the 506C These commands are executed immediately temporarily interrupting other commands in progress The GSIOC Technical Manual includes a complete description of the GSIOC protocol FIFO Commands Using GSIOC commands your system controller can request compressed data that is stored in the 506C FIFO memory buffers These commands are useful to programmers who want to capture data for analysis The FIFO commands are listed after the GSIOC commands To interpret the FIFO data consult the 506C Technical Manual s part number LT3645CCD discussion of the data compression format Appendix C GSIOC Command List GSIOC Immediate Commands 1 C connect D disconnect A contact is connected if it has a short across the input or is held low by a TIL or other device Identifies the selected module Returns character string 506CVx y where x and y represent the software version Requests the status of the group of six contact outputs Returns 12
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