Embedded Solutions
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Applications Guide
Interfacing
Some general interfacing guidelines are presented below. Do not hesitate to contact
the factory if you need more assistance.
ESD
Proper ESD handling procedures must be followed when handling the PMC-BISERIAL-
III RL1. The card is shipped in an anti-static, shielded bag. The card should remain in
the bag until ready for use. When installing the card the installer must be properly
grounded and the hardware should be on an anti-static workstation.
Start-up
Make sure that the "system" can see your hardware before trying to access it. Many
BIOS will display the PCI devices found at boot up on a "splash screen" with the
VendorID and CardId and an interrupt level. Look quickly, if the information is not
available from the BIOS then a third party PCI device cataloging tool will be helpful. We
use PCIView.
Watch the system grounds
All electrically connected equipment should have a fail-safe common ground that is
large enough to handle all current loads without affecting noise immunity. Power
supplies and power consuming loads should all have their own ground wires back to a
common point.
We provide the components. You provide the system.
Only careful planning and
practice can achieve safety and reliability. Inputs can be damaged by static discharge,
or by applying voltage outside of the device rated voltages.