Electrical installation: input / output 63
X3: Analog output AO0
The analog output can be used to drive loads of 1 kΩ or greater. Shielded twisted pair
cable should be used. The shield connection should be made at one end only. In
Mint, the analog output can be controlled using the DAC keyword. See the Mint help
file for full details of DAC and other related DAC... keywords.
Analog output - typical connections to a PLC/controller:
18
X3
PLC/controller
MicroFlex e190
8
10
GND
AO0 AI+
AI-
Shield
Connect overall shield at one
end only
Analog output - typical connections to an ABB AI523:
2.0
1.0
18
X3
AI523
MicroFlex e190
8
10
GND
AO0 I0+
I0-
Shield
Connect overall shield at one
end only