Model TT339-0700
4-Wire Isolated Frequency Transmitter w/USB
Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880
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http://www.acromag.com
Measurement Techniques
This transmitter utilizes one of two measurement techniques at any given time to
measure the input frequency and switches dynamically between the two
measurement techniques as needed to maximize system performance. These two
measurement techniques are referred to as Technique A and B as listed in the Flow
Chart on the previous page.
Technique A:
For measuring input frequencies less than 25000Hz. This
measurement technique uses the input capture as a gate, and counts the number of
system clock cycles (32MHz) between two input captures. The nature of this
method results in reduced input resolution with increasing input frequency. Input
resolution can be calculated as follows: 1 part in [32MHz / Input Frequency(Hertz)].
Note:
When using Technique A, it is possible that the input signal period is greater
than the Output Update rate. In the event that the Output Update is reached before
a new input capture has occurred (since previous Output Update), the output of the
transmitter will reflect the last measured input frequency (unchanged from
previous Output Update). Conversely, multiple input captures can occur when the
input signal period is less than the Output Update rate. Each new input capture
contributes to the Cumulative Moving Average (CMA). The frequency calculated
based on the CMA is added to the FIFO queue on every Output Update.
Technique B:
For measuring input frequencies greater than 20000Hz. This
measurement technique counts the number of input captures within a user-
configured time span (Output Update). Due to this method’s dependence on Output
Update, the input resolution increases with increasing Output Update. Input
resolution can be calculated as follows: 1 part in [32MHz * Output
Update(milliseconds)].
TROUBLESHOOTING
Diagnostics Table
POSSIBLE CAUSE
POSSIBLE FIX
Cannot Communicate with Transmitter via USB…
Output shifts off-range when you connect USB…
Output Erratic, Not operational, or at Wrong Value…
Transmitter fails to operate or exhibits an output shift…
A missing USB Isolator
could cause a ground
loop between a
grounded input sensor
and earth ground at the
connected PC’s USB
port.
Without a USB isolator, a ground loop is possible
between a grounded input signal source and earth
ground of the PC USB port. It is best to connect to
USB via a USB isolator for this reason, and for
increased safety and noise immunity. Use an isolator
like the Acromag USB-ISOLATOR. Otherwise, use a
battery powered laptop to configure the transmitter
which does not normally earth ground its USB port.