IXXAT iPC-I XC16/PCI, Руководство пользователя

Страница: 6 / 14

Copyright IXXAT Automation GmbH
iPCI-I XC16/PCI - Manual, V1.3
Installation
6
2 Installation
2.1 Software installation
A PC driver is required to operate the interface. This driver is an integral part of
the VCI (Virtual CAN Interface), which can be downloaded free of charge from
the Internet aFor installation of the VCI driver under Windows, please refer to the VCI installa-
tion manual.
2.2 Hardware installation
Before inserting the iPC-I XC16/PCI in the PCI slot, you should install the software
driver (see previous section).
For all work on the PC and interface, you must be statically discharged. Work
must be carried out on an earthed, anti-static work mat.
Take the following steps in sequence:
(1) Switch the PC off and remove the mains plug.
(2) Open the PC according to the instructions of the PC manufacturer and find a
suitable slot.
The interface is designed according to the PC standard and can easily be in-
stalled the computer. Do not use force when plugging in.
(3)
Make sure the interface sits tightly in the PC.
(4)
Close the PC; the hardware installation is now complete.
3 Connections and displays
3.1 Pin assignment
3.1.1 CAN bus connection
The iPC-IXC16/PCI has a bus connection in accordance with ISO 11898-2, option-
ally switchable to ISO 11898-3 (automotive version) for each CAN line. The sig-
nals for CAN line 1 are connected to the upper Sub-D connector, the signals for
CAN line 2 to the lower Sub-DF connector (see Fig. 3-1).
The shield of the CAN socket is connected to the ground of the CAN connection
via a 1 M
Ω
resistor and a 10nF capacitor to the ground of the CAN connection.
The shields of the CAN sockets are connected directly with each other.