SERIES PMC440 PCI MEZZANINE CARD 32-CHANNEL ISOLATED DIGITAL INPUT MODULE
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ASIC Based Monitor - State of the art ASIC (Application
Specific Integrated Circuit from Ziatech Corporation) provides
the 32 channel input and event functionality.
PCI MEZZANINE CARD INTERFACE FEATURES
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High density - Single-width PMC Target module.
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Field Connections – All digital inputs and common
connections are made through a single 50-pin SCSI-2 front
panel I/O connector.
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8-bit I/O - Port register Read/Write is performed through 32-
bit, 16-bit, or 8-bit data transfer cycles in the PCI memory
space, however, only 8-bits will contain valid port data in each
access.
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Compatibility – IEEE P1386.1 compliant PMC module which
complies to PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.2.
Provides one multifunction interrupt. 5V signaling compliant
and 3.3V signaling tolerant.
SIGNAL INTERFACE PRODUCTS
(See Appendix for more information on compatible products)
This PMC Module will mate directly to any standard PMC
carrier/CPU board that supports one single width PMC mezzanine
module. Once connected, the module is accessed via a 50 pin front
panel connector.
The cables and termination panels, described in the following
paragraphs, are also available. For optimum performance with the
PMC440 digital input module, use of the shortest possible length of
shielded input cable is recommended.
Cables:
Model 5025-187 (SCSI-2 to Flat Ribbon Cable, Shielded): A
round 50 conductor shielded cable with a male SCSI-2
connector at one end and a flat female ribbon connector at the
other end. The cable is used for connecting the PMC440
module to Model 5025-552 termination panels.
Termination Panel:
Model 5025-552: DIN-rail mountable panel provides 50 screw
terminals for universal field I/O termination. Connects to
Acromag PMC440, via SCSI-2 to Flat Ribbon Cable, Shielded
(Model 5028-187).
PMC MODULE ActiveX CONTROL SOFTWARE
Acromag provides a software product (sold separately)
consisting of PMC module ActiveX (Object Linking and Embedding)
controls for Windows 98, 95
, ME, 2000 and Windows NT
compatible application programs (Model PMCSW- ATX, MSDOS
format). This software provides individual controls that allow
Acromag PMC modules to be easily integrated into Windows
application programs, such as Visual C++
, Visual Basic
,
Microsoft
Office
97 applications and others. The ActiveX
controls provide a high-level interface to PMC 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 ActiveX controls. These functions
consist of an ActiveX control for each Acromag PMC module.
PMC MODULE VxWORKS SOFTWARE
Acromag provides a software product (sold separately)
consisting of PMC module VxWorks
libraries. This software
(Model PMCSW-API-VXW, MSDOS format) is composed of
VxWorks
(real time operating system) libraries for all Acromag
PMC modules. The software is implemented as a library of “C”
functions which link with existing user code to make possible simple
control of all Acromag PMC modules.
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 shipped.
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 PMC modules to the carrier/CPU
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 PMC
modules, cables, termination panels, and field wiring. Refer to
Mechanical Assembly Drawing 4501-859 and the following sections
