SERIES IP521 INDUSTRIAL I/O PACK EIA/TIA-422B SERIAL COMMUNICATION MODULE
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INDUSTRIAL I/O PACK SOFTWARE LIBRARY
Acromag provides an Industrial I/O Pack Software Library
diskette to simplify communication with the board (Model IPSW-LIB-
M03, MSDOS format). Example software functions are provided.
All functions are written in the “C” programming language and can
be linked to your application. Refer to the “README.TXT” file in the
root directory and the “INFO521.TXT” file in the “IP521” subdirectory
on the diskette for more details.
IP MODULE OLE CONTROL SOFTWARE
Acromag provides a software product (sold separately)
consisting of IP module OLE (Object Linking and Embedding)
drivers for Windows 95
, and Windows NT
compatible application
programs (Model IPSW-OLE-PCI, MSDOS format). This software
provides individual drivers that allow Acromag IP modules and our
personal computer carriers to be easily integrated into Windows
application programs, such as Visual C++
, Visual Basic
, Borland
Delphi
, Microsoft
Office
97 applications and others. The OLE
controls provide a high-level interface to IP modules, eliminating the
need to perform low-level reads/writes of registers, and the writing of
interrupt handlers—all the complicated details of programming are
handled by the OLE controls. These functions are intended for use
in conjunction with an Acromag personal computer carrier and
consist of a Carrier OLE Control, and an OLE control for each
Acromag IP module as well as a generic OLE control for non-
Acromag IP modules.
IP MODULE VxWORKS SOFTWARE
Acromag provides a software product (sold separately)
consisting of IP module VxWorks
drivers. This software (Model
IPSW-API-VXW MSDOS format) is composed of VxWorks
(real
time operating system) libraries for all Acromag IP modules and
carriers including the AVME9660/9630, APC8610, and APC8620.
The software is implemented as a library of “C” functions which
when linked with existing user code makes possible simple control of
all Acromag IP modules and carriers.
2.0 PREPARATION FOR USE
UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Upon receipt of this product, inspect the shipping carton for
evidence of mishandling during transit. If the shipping carton is
badly damaged or water stained, request that the carrier's agent be
present when the carton is opened. If the carrier's agent is absent
when the carton is opened and the contents of the carton are
damaged, keep the carton and packing material for the agent's
inspection.
For repairs to a product damaged in shipment, refer to the Acromag
Service Policy to obtain return instructions. It is suggested that
salvageable shipping cartons and packing material be saved for
future use in the event the product must be
This board is physically protected with
packing material and electrically
protected with an anti static bag during
shipment. However, it is
recommended that the board be
visually inspected for evidence of
mishandling prior to applying power.
The board utilizes static sensitive
components and should only be
handled at a static-safe workstation.
CARD CAGE CONSIDERATIONS
Refer to the specifications for loading and power requirements.
Be sure that the system power supplies are able to accommodate
the power requirements of the carrier board, plus the installed IP
modules, within the voltage tolerances specified.
IMPORTANT: Adequate air circulation must be provided to prevent
a temperature rise above the maximum operating temperature.
The dense packing of the IP modules to the carrier board
restricts air flow within the card cage and is cause for concern.
Adequate air circulation must be provided to prevent a temperature
rise above the maximum operating temperature and to prolong the
life of the electronics. If the installation is in an industrial
environment and the board is exposed to environmental air, careful
consideration should be given to air-filtering.
BOARD CONFIGURATION
Power should be removed from the board when installing IP
modules, cables, termination panels, and field wiring. Refer to
Mechanical Assembly Drawing 4501-434 and the following
discussion for configuration and assembly instructions. Model
IP521 communication boards have no hardware jumpers or switches
to configure.
CONNECTORS
Connectors of the IP521 module consist of one IP module field
I/O connector, and one IP module logic connector. These interface
connectors are discussed in the following sections.
IP Field I/O Connector (P2)
P2 provides the field I/O interface connections for mating IP
modules to the carrier board. P2 is a 50-pin female receptacle
header (AMP 173279-3 or equivalent) which mates to the male
connector of the carrier board (AMP 173280-3 or equivalent). This
provides excellent connection integrity and utilizes gold-plating in the
mating area. Threaded metric M2 screws and spacers are supplied
with the module to provide additional stability for harsh environments
(see Mechanical Assembly Drawing 4501-434). The field and logic
side connectors are keyed to avoid incorrect assembly.
