Data Translation DT3000 Series User Manual

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Data Translation DT3000 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Data Translation
Model	DT3000 Series
Category	Control Unit
Language	English

Summary

About this Manual

Intended Audience

Defines the target users for this manual.

How this Manual is Organized

Explains the structure and chapters of the manual.

Conventions Used in this Manual

Details formatting and symbols used throughout the document.

Related Information

Lists other relevant documents and resources for further study.

Where To Get Help

Provides contact information and resources for technical assistance.

Chapter 1: Overview

Features

Highlights the key capabilities and functionalities of the DT3000 Series boards.

Supported Software

Lists software applications compatible with the DT3000 Series boards.

Accessories

Describes optional accessories available for the DT3000 Series boards.

Getting Started Procedure

Outlines the sequential steps for initial setup and operation.

Chapter 2: Installing the Board and Loading the Device Driver

Unpacking

Instructions for safely removing the data acquisition board from its packaging.

Setting up the Computer

Steps to prepare the computer system for board installation.

Setting up an Expansion Slot

Guidance on selecting and preparing a PCI expansion slot.

Inserting the Board into the Computer

Detailed instructions for physically installing the board into the computer.

Loading the Device Driver

Procedures for installing the necessary software driver for the board.

Chapter 3: Attaching and Configuring a Screw Terminal Panel/ Backplane

Using the DT730 or DT730-T Screw Terminal Panel

Guide to connecting and configuring the DT730/DT730-T screw terminal panel.

Using 5B and 7B Series Conditioning Backplanes

Instructions for attaching and using signal conditioning backplanes.

Chapter 4: Wiring Signals

Before Wiring

Preparatory information and recommendations before connecting signals.

Wiring Recommendations

Best practices for signal wiring to ensure data integrity and minimize noise.

DT730 and DT730-T Screw Terminal Assignments

Detailed mapping of screw terminals to signal names and functions.

Connecting Analog Input Signals

How to connect various analog input signal types to the board.

Connecting Analog Output Signals

Instructions for connecting analog output signals from the board.

Connecting Digital I/O Signals

Procedures for wiring digital input and output signals.

Connecting Counter/Timer Signals

Guide for connecting signals to the counter/timer channels.

Chapter 5: Verifying the Operation of a DT3000 Series Board

Running the Quick DataAcq Application

Steps to launch and use the Quick DataAcq software for verification.

Testing Single-Value Analog Input

Procedure to verify reading of single analog input values.

Testing Single-Value Analog Output

Procedure to verify outputting single analog values.

Testing Continuous Analog Input

Test for continuous analog data acquisition.

Testing Single-Value Digital Input

Procedure to verify reading of single digital input values.

Testing Single-Value Digital Output

Procedure to verify outputting single digital values.

Testing Frequency Measurement

Test for the frequency measurement capability.

Testing Pulse Output

Test for the pulse output functionality.

Chapter 6: Principles of Operation

Analog Input Features

Detailed description of the analog input subsystem's capabilities.

Analog Output Features

Detailed description of the analog output subsystem's capabilities.

Digital I/O Features

Detailed description of the digital input/output subsystem's capabilities.

Counter/Timer Features

Detailed description of the counter/timer subsystem's capabilities.

Interrupts

Explanation of how the board generates and handles interrupts.

Chapter 7: Supported Device Driver Capabilities

Data Flow and Operation Options

Overview of data flow modes and operational choices supported by the driver.

Buffering

Information on data buffering mechanisms used by the driver.

Triggered Scan Mode

Details on driver support for triggered scan acquisition modes.

Gain

Driver support for gain settings in analog input/output.

Channels

Driver support for selecting and configuring input/output channels.

Ranges

Driver support for setting voltage or current ranges.

Resolution

Driver support for specifying analog input/output resolution.

Thermocouple Support

Driver capabilities for thermocouple input measurements.

IEPE Support

Driver capabilities for IEPE sensor support.

Triggers

Driver support for various trigger sources and types.

Clocks

Driver support for internal and external clock sources.

Counter/Timers

Driver support for counter/timer functionalities.

Chapter 8: Calibration

Calibrating the A/D Subsystem

Step-by-step guide to calibrate the analog-to-digital converter subsystem.

Calibrating the D/A Subsystem

Step-by-step guide to calibrate the digital-to-analog converter subsystem.

Calibrating the DT730-T

Procedure for calibrating the DT730-T screw terminal panel.

Chapter 9: Troubleshooting

General Checklist

A systematic approach to diagnosing common board issues.

Technical Support

Information on how to contact Data Translation for technical assistance.

If Your Board Needs Factory Service

Procedures for returning a board for factory repair or service.

Appendix A: Specifications

Analog Input Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for analog input performance.

Analog Output Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for analog output performance.

Digital I/O Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for digital input/output capabilities.

User Counter/Timer Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for counter/timer functions.

External Trigger Specifications

Technical details for the external trigger input.

Power Consumption

Information on the electrical power requirements of the board.

Physical Specifications

Dimensions, weight, and environmental operating limits.

DT730 and DT730-T Specifications

Technical specifications for the DT730 and DT730-T screw terminal panels.

EP291 Cable Specifications

Technical details for the EP291 connection cable.

Appendix B: Connector Pin Assignments

Board Connector J1

Pinout details for the main board connector J1.

DT730 and DT730-T Screw Terminals

Pinout and signal assignments for the screw terminal connections.

DT730 and DT730-T Connector J2 Pins

Pinout details for the J2 connector on the terminal panel.

Appendix C: Using Your Own Screw Terminal Panel

Analog Inputs

Wiring considerations for custom analog input configurations.

Analog Outputs

Wiring considerations for custom analog output configurations.

Digital Inputs and Counter/Timer Inputs

Wiring considerations for custom digital I/O and counter/timer inputs.

Digital Outputs

Wiring considerations for custom digital output configurations.