Advantech Adam-4018 User Manual

Chapter 2 Installation Guideline 2-7
Chapter 2
Configuration with the ADAM Utility Software
The easiest way to configure the ADAM module is by using the ADAM
utility software: an easy-to-use menu-structured program will guide you
through every step of the configuration. (See Appendix D, Utility Soft-
ware)
Configuration with the ADAM command set
ADAM modules can also be configured by issuing direct commands from
within a terminal emulation program that is part of the ADAM utility
software.
The following example guides you through the setup of an analog input
module. Assume that an ADAM-4011 Analog Input module still has its
default settings (baud rate 9600 and address 01h). Before the module is
reconfigured, it is first requested to send its default settings.
NOTICE: An analog input module requires a maximum of 7 seconds to
perform auto calibration and ranging after it is rebooted or powered on.
During this time span, the module can not be addressed to perform any
other actions.
Example:
Make sure that the module is properly connected as shown in figure 2-5.
Power up all the connected devices, start the terminal emulation program,
and issue the following command:
$012(cr)
requests that module with address 01 send its configuration status
!01050600
Module at address 01 responds that it is configured for an input range of +/
-2.5 V, baud rate 9600, integration time of 50 ms (60 Hz), engineering
units and no checksum checking or generation.

Advantech Adam-4018 Specifications

General

Brand	Advantech
Model	Adam-4018
Category	Other
Language	English

Summary

Chapter 2 Installation Guideline

2.2 Basic configuration and hook-up

Explains the fundamental steps for configuring and connecting ADAM modules.

Chapter 3 I/O Modules

3.1 ADAM-4011/4011D/4012/4013/4015 Analog Input Modules

Describes the features and specifications of various ADAM analog input modules.

3.2 ADAM-4016 Analog Input/Output Module

Details the ADAM-4016 module, its strain gauge input, and digital outputs.

3.3 ADAM-4017/4017+/4018/4018M/4018+ 8-channel Analog Input Modules

Covers specifications for 8-channel analog input modules including data loggers.

3.4 ADAM-4019 8-channel Universal Analog Input Module

Explains the ADAM-4019 universal module integrating various analog inputs.

3.5 ADAM-4021 Analog Output Module

Details the ADAM-4021 analog output module's capabilities and configuration.

3.6 ADAM-4050/4051/4052/4053/4055 Digital I/O Modules

Describes various digital input/output modules, including isolated and multi-channel options.

3.7 ADAM-4060/4068 Relay Output Module

Covers the specifications for ADAM relay output modules (Form A and Form C).

3.8 ADAM-4080/4080D Counter/Frequency Input Modules

Details the ADAM-4080/4080D counter/frequency input modules, including filters and thresholds.

Chapter 4 Command Set

4.2 Syntax

Defines the general syntax and format for all ADAM module commands.

4.4 Analog Input Module Command

Lists commands for controlling analog input modules.

4.4.1 Analog Input Command Set

Details the specific command syntax and parameters for analog input modules.

4.4.4 Digital I/O, Alarm and Event Command Set

Details commands for digital I/O, alarm, and event management.

Chapter 5 Calibration

5.1 Analog Input Module Calibration

Explains the process for calibrating analog input modules using software and voltage sources.

5.2 Analog Input Resistance Calibration

Details the procedure for calibrating ADAM-4013 analog input modules using resistance.

5.3 Analog Output Calibration

Describes the method for calibrating analog output modules, typically using current or voltage values.

Appendix A Technical Specifications

A.1 ADAM-4011 Thermocouple Input Module

Provides detailed technical specifications for the ADAM-4011 module.

A.2 ADAM-4011D Thermocouple Input Module with LED Display

A.3 ADAM-4012 Analog Input Module

A.4 ADAM-4013 RTD Input Module

A.5 ADAM-4014D Analog Input Module with LED Display

A.6 ADAM-4016 Strain Gauge Input Module

A.7 ADAM-4017, 4017+ 8-Channel Analog Input Module

A.8 ADAM-4018, 4018+ 8-channel Analog Input Module

A.9 ADAM-4018M 8-channel Analog Input Data Logger

A.10 ADAM-4021 Analog Output Module

A.11 ADAM-4050 Digital I/O Module

A.12 ADAM-4052 Isolated Digital Input Module

A.13 ADAM-4053 16-channel Digital Input Module

A.14 ADAM-4060 Relay Output Module

A.15 ADAM-4080 Counter/Frequency Input Module

A.16 ADAM-4080D Counter/Frequency Input Module with LED Display

Appendix D Utility Software

D.1 ADAM-4000 Utility Software

Introduces the ADAM-4000 utility software and its capabilities.

D.1.1 Main menu

Setup

Explains how to use the setup options within the utility software to configure modules.

Calibration

Details how to perform module calibration using the ADAM utility software.

Terminal

D.2 ADAM-4018M Utility Software

Introduces the utility software for the ADAM-4018M, highlighting additional memory function settings.

Appendix E RS-485 Network

E.1 Basic Network Layout

Appendix F How to use the Checksum feature

F.1 Checksum Enable/Disable