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1. the values entered below the figure Tiiggemng lt i sOS C CC O CO SR ce Manual Clicking the Close button sets the acquisition parameters as the active parameters Acquisition Configuration Dialog Box Triggering Scanning Duration Scanning Rate Type Manual Convention Scans Clock Internal Pre Trigger 1000 scans Convention Frequency Post Trigger 5000 scans Pre Trigger 50 kHz Post Trigger 50 kHz 4 12 Hardware and Operation Reference 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Triggers This section discusses the following topics e Pulse Trigger e Digital Pattern Trigger e Multi Channel Triggering e External Clock and Timer Pulse Trigger In addition to the standard single channel trigger on level functions the WavePort system supports pulse trigger With pulse trigger you can define both the amplitude and the duration of the pulse that will be used to trigger the acquisition Pulse trigger can be used to detect spurious transients that can be missed by simple level triggers WavePort includes a BNC connector labeled PULSE This connector located on the cover plate just below the WaveBook Channel 8 BNC Acquisition Configuration Pulse Trigger allows the use of a high aor EE Close bandwidth input for triggering and the l Pre Tri 0 correlation of lower speed waveforms with ae the occurrence of a high speed pulse You Post Trigger 4000 scans can set a puls
2. Chapter 4 Hardware and Operation Reference includes details regarding signal connections Chapter 6 Wave View includes information regarding channel configuration Chapter 9 contains maintenance intended environment and transportation information Chapter 10 provides device specifications WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 An Introduction to WavePort 2 7 Note 2 8 An Introduction to WavePort 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual System Setup 3 Choosing a Notebook PC 3 1 Attaching the Notebook to WavePort 3 1 Connecting the Communication Cable and Notebook Power Cable 3 4 Connecting the WavePort to Power 3 5 Installing Software 3 5 Using the Daq Configuration Applet to Check Connections 3 6 A Guide to Using the Daq Configuration Applet 3 7 DaAKRWN A 1 Choosing a Notebook PC A Notebook PC provides a means of communicating with WavePort s acquisition hardware The Notebook you choose must meet the following requirements e Maximum Height when closed 1 5 38 mm e Maximum Length 12 75 323 mm e Maximum Width 10 19 259 mm 16MB Ram 32MB Ram recommended e Pentium 90 Processor or equivalent 10 MB of Available Disk Space e Windows Operating System Windows95 98 NT or 2000 EPP Enhanced Parallel Port Optional but recommended e Power Consumption Not to exceed 50 Watts 2 Attaching the Notebook to WavePort You ca
3. e One WaveBook Module This module provides for 8 analog channel inputs through BNC connectors and a Pulse input e A 65 watt 16 VDC Power Supply and Internal UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply System e Two 25 pin connectors DB25 One for connecting to the Notebook s parallel port and another for connecting to Digital I O External Clock and TTL Trigger signals e Three electrical connectors DC Power Input AC Power Input and AC Auxiliary Output e Three Indicator Lights for Battery Status indication of Modules On and Fan On e Fan variable speed to provide system cooling WavePort PE 8 has one Dynamic Signal Input Module Module 1 4 2 Hardware and Operation Reference 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Basic Operation WavePort PE units integrate WaveBook 516 architecture with that of one or two Dynamic Signal Modules The PE8 version has one dynamic module and the PE16 has two The architecture includes buffered input for all channels individual instrumentation amp channel per channel programmable gain and an anti aliasing filter The operational description is presented separately for both the WAVEBOOK Module and the Dynamic Signal Module s WAVEBOOK Module Operation WavePort s WAVEBOOK Module includes 8 signal input channel BNCs CH1 through CH8 Each of these BNCs allows for two differential signals e Both signals are buffered and applied to a differential amplifier e The output of each di
4. e Remove The Remove button is used to ae decet th fi ti DagBoard 1124 remove a device from the configuration Dagboard 2004 A device may be removed if it is no DagBoard 2164 longer installed or if the device Daqb oard 2000 configuration no longer applies WiaveB oak Note Ifa device is removed applications TempB ookb may no longer access the device However the device can be re configured at any time using the Add Device function described above e Close The Close button may be used at any time to exit the Dag Configuration Properties 4dd Device Remove Close Daq Configuration Device Inventory Dialog Box WavePort User s Manual 06 14 00 System Setup 3 7 3 8 Select Device Type Dialog Box This dialog box opens when the Add Device Select Device Type button of the Device Inventory dialog box is selected The device type you select for configuring will appear in the main edit box Clicking on the OK button will then open the Properties dialog box following figure Note As there is no specific WavePort Device Type Waveb oak os agB oard 00A DagBoard 17124 DagBoard 2004 DagBoard1 64 Dagl 128 Dage1 6B Wiavebook Tempbookbb bd device to select choose WaveBook see figure at right Daq Configuration Select Device Type Dialog Box Properties Dialog Box This dialog box opens when the Properties button of the Device Inventory dialog box is
5. 6 4 Configure Acquisition 6 5 Collect Data 6 6 Store Data and View File Data Option 6 7 WaveView Configuration Main Window 6 7 Data Conversion 6 12 ii WavePort User s Manual Acquisition Configuration 6 13 General Information 6 13 Trigger Types 6 14 External Clock and Counter Timer 6 15 Digital Pattern Trigger 6 16 Pulse Trigger 6 17 WaveView Scope Window 6 18 WaveView Direct To Disk Window 6 21 7 DIAdem Preface 7 2 DiAdem Quick Stfart 7 3 Installing DlIAdem 7 3 Launching DlAdem from an Acquisition Program 1 3 Using DlAdem with ChartView 7 5 Where to go from here 7 9 DiAdem VIEW Help Files 7 9 Examples Help Files 7 10 DiAdem the PC Workshop 7 13 The Overall Design 7 13 DiAdem Help 7 18 Options 7 19 DiAdem DATA Loading and Saving Data 7 23 The Data Area 7 23 Copying Pasting and Deleting Data Channels 7 25 Saving and Opening Data Sets 7 26 DiAdem VIEW Viewing Measuring amp Editing Data 7 27 Viewing Data as Graphs 7 28 Using the Cursor Position to Measure a Graph 1 29 How to Copy or Delete a Graph 7 32 Using Zoom Scrolling amp Screen Partition 7 33 8 Troubleshooting 8 1 Electrostatic Discharge ESD Handling Notice 8 1 ReadMe Files and the Install CD
6. The DIAdem VIEW Working area contains several axis systems in which data from the Data area may be viewed as graphs Note that the active axis system is displayed with a highlighted frame while the axis of the passive widows do not have a highlighted frame The cursor can be moved with the mouse through the active axis system whereas it simply follows along in the passive system when the value range is the same Graph Definitions Entering and Deleting Graphs in an Axis System Le Double clicking on an axis system opens the graph definition Hew entry Entering new graph s Note Delete Deleting graph The Graph definition dialog box Graph symbol To enter a graph into an axis system coordinate any set of X and Y channels in the graph definition Of course several graphs may be entered into an axis system Double click click twice in rapid succession on the upper axis system The Graph definition dialog box appears The Graph definition gives you an overview of previously defined graphs in the active axis system In our example this line is still blank To specify the data channels you wish to display click on the New entry button Choose the data channel Time as the X channel and Speed as the Y channel Exit the sub dialog box with OK Two or more graphs can be defined at once for the same basis Use the X channel and mark the two Y channels with the right mouse key After OK two g
7. Device Resources The Device Resources field lists settings for various resources among them Interrupt Request Input Output Range and Direct Memory Access OK Click on the OK button to store the configuration and exit the current dialog box Cancel Click on the Cancel button to exit the current dialog box without storing any changes Apply Click on the Apply button to store the configuration or click the Test Hardware tab Test Hardware Click on the Test Hardware tab to test the current stored configuration for the device This selection will open the Test Hardware dialog box 06 14 00 WavePort Users Manual Test Hardware Dialog Box Before testing WaveBook make sure the device has been properly installed and powered on Make sure the parallel port cable is firmly in place on both the WaveBook and the proper LPT port in the computer following steps 1 reboot the system When testing WaveBook if the unit does not respond within 30 seconds perform the 2 upon power up re open the Dag Configuration applet 3 select another configuration setting 4 reinitiate the test To test the currently stored configuration for the WaveBook device click the Test button Results should be displayed in a few seconds The test results have two components Resource Tests and Performance Tests Resource Tests The resource tests are intended to test system capability for the current device configuration Resource tests are pass fail Te
8. WavePort user s Manual High Speed Portable Data Acquisition Systems the smart approach to instrumentation 1Otech Inc 25971 Cannon Road Cleveland OH 44146 1833 Phone 440 439 4091 Fax 440 439 4093 E mail Product Information sales iotech com E mail Technical Support productsupport iotech com Internet www iotech com WavePort User s Manual High Speed Portable Data Acquisition Systems p n 1036 0901 Rev 3 0 2000 by lOtech Inc September 2000 Printed in the United States of America Warranty Information Your IOtech warranty is as stated on the product warranty card You may contact IOtech by phone fax machine or e mail in regard to warranty related issues Phone 440 439 4091 fax 440 439 4093 e mail sales iotech com Limitation of Liability IOtech Inc cannot be held liable for any damages resulting from the use or misuse of this product Copyright Trademark and Licensing Notice All IOtech documentation software and hardware are copyright with all rights reserved No part of this product may be copied reproduced or transmitted by any mechanical photographic electronic or other method without IOtech s prior written consent Otech product names are trademarked other product names as applicable are trademarks of their respective holders All supplied IOtech software including miscellaneous support files drivers and sample programs may only be used on one installation You may make
9. 75 Q Input Protection 10V max Minimum Pulse Width 100 ns Maximum Pulse Width 0 8 sec Latency 300 ns WavePort V 16 does not include Module 2 WavePort V8 includes the WaveBook and Pulse Trigger BNCs but no Module BNCs Digital I O see page 4 11 External Clock see page 4 11 15 Chassis Ground TTL Trigger see page 4 11 See page 4 10 Analog Common see page 4 10 WavePort V 24 Signal Panel Reference Notes Additional information regarding WavePort signal connections appears elsewhere in this manual Chapter 6 WaveView includes information regarding channel configuration Information regarding maintenance intended environment and transportation is included in chapter 9 Specifications are provided in chapter 10 Software Setup You will need to set several parameters so WaveView can best meet your application requirements For software setup information refer to the Software Setup section in Chapter 2 WaveBook Setup For detailed WaveView information refer to Chapter 5 WaveView WBK10A Based Module Specifications Specifications are provided in chapter 10 WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 Hardware and Operation Reference 4 9 Ground Connections WaveBook 516 P 11 V max k WBK14 Architecture operating Architecture CH1 1 Mm gt l or CH2 1 8 channels per WBK14 ANALOG COMMON ANALOG COMMON Schottky Diodes V Analog
10. After you exit with Save changes the changes you have made to the settings will become permanent In the optional DIAdem GRAPH device you can change default settings for axis systems tables and background graphics in the optional DIAdem CALC device all mathematical functions are affected In optional DIAdem CALC the standard settings of the functions can be reproduced with Reset The related action can be executed with Activate The function bar for the Autosequences can be assigned an Autosequence using Default and it can be removed with Delete default The Autosequence currently assigned to the icon can be edited by clicking Edit Note The altered default settings are automatically written into the Desktop file in DIAdem and thus saved When the default settings of an action have been altered they no longer affect objects that have already been used in a diagram or block diagram Commands Dee gA Part of the DIAdem GRAPH Tool bar Sketch Mode in DIAdem GRAPH DIAdem The Tool bar which extends horizontally above the DIAdem Working area contains the commands you will need most commonly for working with any of the DIAdem devices Some of these are basic commands such as Delete Open and Save as others are device specific commands The most important commands in the optional DIAdem GRAPH device are Print Output to clipboard various commands for aligning objects to each other the
11. CHOS w o 6 Jor 10 0 to 10 0 CHOG Ww OFF 10 0 to 10 0 CHO WT Off 10 0 to 10 07 CHOS r OFF 5 0 to 5 0K CHOS w Configuring Channels from WaveView s Main Window Selecting a Channel s Range You can use WaveView to select a channel s range in one of two ways 1 Click in a channel s Range cell then select the desired range from the Select Range pull down list 2 Continue to double click in the applicable channel s Range cell to cycle through the available ranges Stop double clicking when the desired range is indicated Selecting a Channel s Units You can use WaveView to select a channel s units in one of two ways 1 Click in a channel s Units cell then select the desired units from the Select Units pull down list 2 Double click in a channel s Units cell to cycle through the units Note that after the mX b dialog box appears you must click OK to continue cycling Note You can use the mX b equation to adjust a channel s scale and offset You can enter user defined units from the mX b dialog box After completing channel Acquisition Configuration configuration you can select the Acquisition Configuration option from seen Fate intemal _ External WaveView s View menu or tool bar ee i Pre T rigger fs 1000 scans The figure to the right represents the Acquisition Configuration dialog box PostTrigget 50010 scans The parameters shown are a result of caren Frequency F
12. SINAD 10Hz 20KHz 74dB typical Temperature Coefficient of Accuracy 0 18 and 28 50 C With PGA and WBK11A 002 0 6 LSB C typical 10 to 10V range With WBK12A 13A 002 1 LSB C typical 10 to 10V range Input Resistance 5MQ single ended 10MQ differential in parallel with 30pF Bias Current lt 400 nA 0 to 35 C Common Mode Rejection gt 70dB minimum gt 80dqB typical dc 20KHz Input Bandwidth dc to 500KHz Hostile Channel to channel Crosstalk 5Vrms input signal dc 100KHz 88dB typical Over Voltage Protection 35 V relative to analog common PGA Filter Filter Type 20KHz low pass Butterworth 5 pole filter WBK11A Functions Input Voltage Ranges Software programmable prior to a scan sequence Aperture Uncertainty SSH 75ps max Voltage Droop SSH 0 01mV ms typ WBK12A 13A Functions Input Voltage Ranges Software programmable prior to a scan sequence Low Pass Filter Type Software selectable 8 Pole elliptic or linear phase Anti Aliasing Filters Single pole pre and post filters automatically set depending on filter frequency selected Low Pass Filter Frequency Cutoff Range 100KHz 75KHz 60KHz 400Hz bypass fc 300KHZz N where N 3 to 750 Filter Grouping 4 Channels each in two programmable banks Aperture Uncertainty SSH 75ps max Voltage Droop SSH 0 01mV ms typ Triggering Channel 1 Analog Trigger Input Signal Range 10 to 10V Input Characteristics and Protection Same as channel inpu
13. The add on options provide additional data viewing and data management tools along with data analysis and report generation functions DIAdem is detailed in Chapter 7 DASYLab Icon Based Most WavePort users do not need to go beyond WaveView and DIAdem to satisfy their application needs However for individuals who want to customize their application the Icon Based DASYLab program offers a great degree of flexibility DASYLab configurations make use of icons and spreadsheets but unlike many other graphic program environments DASY Lab applications can be up and running in a matter of a few hours or days without the use of expensive training courses DASYLab s display formats include Chart Recorders Analog and Digital Meters Bar Graphs Y t and X Y charts and status lamps Other features include limit markers trend indicators zooming 3 D waterfall displays and the ability to display multiple waveforms in one chart DASY Lab is detailed in a separate document DASYLab User s Manual p n 472 0901 You can obtain additional information from your sales representative or from the world wide web at http www iotech com WavePort User s Manual 04 19 00 Software An Introduction 5 1 DaqX Language Drivers for Programmers No programming knowledge is required for using WavePort in conjunction with the included Out of the Box software package However a set of language drivers is included on the install CD ROM for
14. WaveView 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual fa Acquisition Configuration General Information You can access the Acquisition Configuration dialog box from the main window s View pull down menu or toolbar Rate Internal External 50 kHz Y 50 kHz X Frequency Scanning Duration 1000 scans 5000 scans Scans The Duration column has text boxes for pre trigger scans post trigger scans and convention number of scans or time period Pre T rigger Post T rigger Convention The following formula determines the maximum number of scans that can be stored for use in the Scope mode This does not apply to storage to disk M Triggering Type Manual 7 Acquisition Configuration Internal Clock Scan duration of Channels 4 lt Available PC Memory A scan includes all channels that are set to On in the analog input configuration spreadsheet The Rate column allows you to set pre trigger and post trigger scan rates Timebase settings can be for Frequency or Period Timebase units are as follows Frequency Hz kHz or MHz Scanning Period seconds milliseconds or microseconds Duration Rate intemal Enema _ Ses Pre T rigger 0 scans Clock Divider 1 255 88 Post T rigger fs 4000 scans The scan rate can also be driven by the External clock of the digital input port With this option enabled
15. a bias voltage appears from the output signal lead to ground There are two basic MOSFET configurations commonly used One exhibits a 7 8 V bias and the second a 9 12 V bias Operation of the two circuits is identical except for the available signal swing The low voltage version typically exhibits 5 10 uVrms versus 10 20 uVrms for the high voltage Thermal Shock Temperature Transients Piezoelectric accelerometers exhibit a transient output that is a function of a temperature s rate of change This thermal shock is usually expressed in g C and is related to e Non uniform mechanical stresses set up in the accelerometer structure e A pyroelectric effect in piezoelectric materials an electrical charge is produced by the temperature gradient across the crystal This quasi static effect produces a low frequency voltage input to the MOSFET amplifier This voltage is usually well below the low frequency corner but the effect can reduce the peak clipping level and cause loss of data This effect does not affect the accelerometer s basic sensitivity or the data unless the thermal shift in the operation bias level results in clipping Where drastic thermal shifts are expected use 12 V bias models The effect s severity is related to the mass of the accelerometer In 100 mV g industrial units the effect is usually negligible Using rubber thermal boots can reduce the effect significantly Overload Recovery Recovery time from clip
16. lpd meta files wmf Saving and Loading Settings Save Desktop under New Name Load Desktop file DIAdem While you are working with DIAdem you will have to modify the standard settings according to your requirements The program settings are stored in the Desktop file desktop ddd When you leave DIAdem modifications are registered and you are asked if you want to save them You should save your personal settings in your own Desktop file so you don t lose them First close all the DIAdem devices with Close all in the Window menu Don t worry the contents of the window are retained even if they have not yet been saved Then click to the diskette symbol in the command line Now you can save your settings in a new Desktop file In order for them to take effect DIAdem is now automatically shut down You will now be asked whether the files are to be saved and DIAdem will start again with your settings DIAdem starts with the Desktop file desktop ddd If you are working on various projects which require varying settings in DIAdem they can be saved in various Desktop files The associated Desktop file is then to be loaded with each project Don t be startled when DIAdem is restarted This is necessary in order for the settings in the newly loaded Desktop file to take effect 04 22 00 DlAdem The PC Workshop 7 21 Note 7 22 DlAdem The PC Workshop 04 22 00 DIAdem DIAdem Data Lo
17. p a In Line Fuse Access Closed Fuse Access Opened Two Views of WavePort s AC Line Power Receptacle Note If you do not need WavePort s modules powered position the Module Power Switch to Off to conserve battery power while the unit is disconnected from the AC power supply 1 Remove WavePort s power cord from the AC Power Supply and from the AC Line Receptacle on WavePort s cover plate 2 Open the Fuse Access on the AC Line Receptacle see figure 3 Remove the lower In Line Fuse 4 Verify that the fuse is blown If the fuse is not blown and your AC Power Supply is known to be reliable promptly notify your service representative WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 Hardware and Operation Reference 4 19 5 Position anew 2 Amp Type T 250V fuse or the Spare fuse in the In Line position see figure Note It is recommended that you keep a Spare fuse in the holder 6 Push the Fuse Access down such that the new fuse is place in line You can now return the WavePort to normal operation Factory Ins talled Option Cards for WaveBook and WBK10A based modules WBK11A Simultaneous Sample amp Hold Card WBK1IA is a simultaneous sample and hold card SSH that can be factory installed in WavePort in place of the standard PGA card The WBK11A option can simultaneously sample 8 channels It can be installed in WavePort s WaveBook as well as in the WBK10A based modules The WaveBook portion
18. s 2 menu You will find more details about the GfS Programming Interface GPI in the program help Paste from file Selective storage Import of external data Export as external file Import via DDE Import via header Finish interaction Esit Dl dem Al F4 7 26 DlAdem The PC Workshop 04 19 00 DIAdem DiAdem VIEW Viewing Measuring amp Editing Data DIAdem VIEW EE E E EE E Ha DIAdem VIEW Module bar Ale AY AR AR Ae Part of the DIAdem VIEW Tool bar Ge OS Fe ere Command icons assigned Autosequences RRa DMs Axis specific Tool bar DIAdem DIAdem VIEW allows you to view measure and edit your data Data may be displayed as graphs defined by an X and Y channel of the data area in various axis systems Various cursors are used for inspecting the graphs using which you can zoom scroll or carry out measurements DlAdem YIEW ie File View Cursor Options Window x DB AAV AY AR Ae ie de 3 ED NN 774 LL The DIAdem VIEW Module bar determines the way in which the screen is divided up You will find various possibilities for standard and customized screen partitions in the corresponding Action bars After double clicking on an axis system you can coordinate the data channels to be displayed thereby defining the graphs A legend can be displayed beside each axis system showing the data channel name the unit
19. An Introduction to WavePort Chapter 3 System Setup Chapter 4 Hardware and Operation Reference Chapter 5 Software An Introduction Chapter 6 WaveView Chapter 7 DiAdem the PC Workshop Quick Start and User s Guide Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Chapter 9 Maintenance Service and Part Replacement Chapter 10 Specifications Appendix A Using Accelerometers Appendix B WBK20A PCMCIA Option Setup Notes Glossary WARNING A The Notebook Power receptacle is LIVE whenever WavePort is plugged into a live AC power source AN The Module Power Switch can not be used to turn this receptacle Off J N WavePort contains no user serviceable components Do not remove WavePort s cover plate Lethal voltages are present which could cause serious injury or death CAUTION equipment damage Pay special attention to all cautions and warnings i Using this equipment in ways other than described in this manual can cause personal injury or Reference Note Additional information not available at the time of publication can be found in ReadMe files or in supplemental documentation WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 i Table of Contents 1 Unpacking and Inspecting your WavePort Package 1 1 2 An Introduction to WavePort What is WavePort 2 1 What Types of I O Signals Apply to WavePort 2 2 3 System Setup Choosing a Notebook PC 3 1 Attaching the Notebook to WavePort 3 1
20. CA 150 8 Eight Male BNC to Male BNC CE Compliant cables Spare Filter media for fan Qty 1 Included Accessories and Software Software Hardware WavePort Users Manual WaveView DIAdem View DOS and Windows Drivers WaveCal AC Adapter Parallel Cable Users Manual 09 29 00 WavePort V Specifications Specifications 10 7 WavePort V Specifications 10 8 Specifications 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Appendix A Using Accelerometers A Overview A low impedance piezoelectric accelerometer consists of a piezoelectric crystal and an electronic amplifier When stretched or compressed the two crystal surfaces develop a charge variation that is related to the amount of stress shock or vibration on the crystal The amplifier outputs a corresponding signal and transforms the sensor s high impedance to a lower output impedance of a few hundred ohms Note that in addition to acceleration these sensors can also measure pressure and force The circuit requires only two wires coax or twisted pair to transmit both power and signal At low impedance the system is insensitive to external or triboelectric cable noise Cable length does not affect sensitivity The figure shows a simple sensor WBK 14 connection The voltage developed across R is applied to the gate of the MOSFET The MOSFET is powered from a constant current source of 2 or 4 mA and 27 volts Sensor to WBK14 eG a ee ee CoaxialCable 9 gt gt g
21. Clock Multi channel Triggering Multi channel triggering allows you to select a combination of analog input channels as the analog trigger including any of its 64 optional expression channels You can set trigger level slope polarity and hysteresis for each trigger channel then combine the trigger channels in a logical and or function to define the desired trigger condition This is made possible by Signal Digital Processing DSP DSP initiates sampling of the trigger channels calibrates the incoming data compares readings to pre programmed trigger states and then determines whether or not trigger conditions are satisfied 4 14 Hardware and Operation Reference 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual External Clock and Counter Timer WavePort is capable of receiving external clock input The external clock is useful when data collection depends on rotational speed or axial position By synchronizing the system with an external event for correlation of data you can collect event dependent data instead of time dependent data WaveBook 516 can receive an external clock input through pin 20 of the DB25 connector labeled DIGITAL I O EXTERNAL CLOCK TTL TRIGGER This enables data scanning to be correlated with an external pulse train To enable the external clock select External for the Scanning Rate in the Acquisition Configuration Dialog Box see following screen shot When the external clock is enabled WaveBook 516 begins a scan onl
22. Configuration Applet to Check Connections After software installation you should verify that proper communication exists between the WavePort and your Notebook You can use the Dag Configuration applet to test this aspect of hardware performance Note that the applet is automatically installed in the Windows Control Panel during installation of the WaveBook program group The Dag Configuration applet tests the capabilities of the PC parallel port or WBK20 21 interface then estimates the maximum performance using both standard and enhanced protocols In addition the test verifies WavePort is connected and ready for operation Reference Note A section entitled A Guide to Using the Dag Configuration Applet begins on the following page The section includes detailed information regarding the Dag Configuration applet and includes screen shots To run the WavePort test program Ensure WavePort is connected to the Notebook PC Verify both the Notebook and WavePort are powered Double click on the Dag Configuration applet in the Windows Control Panel Select the WaveBook device Click on Properties Click on the Resource Test button within the Test Hardware tab eT ee The program performs several tests on the Notebook and WavePort and displays the results Once communication between the Notebook and WavePort has been established you can start WaveView and collect data 3 6 System Setup 06 14 00 WavePort User s Manual A Guid
23. D8 Minimum Frequency n a DA Masimum Frequency n a Devices Properties After you have selected the device parameters click Close WaveView attempts to find the WaveBook at the specified port One of the following situations will occur e The hardware is found the WaveView main window opens e The hardware is not found a dialog box informs you and provides another chance to select parameters If WaveView cannot identify the hardware and you have verified that the selected hardware parameters are correct exit WaveView and then use the Test Hardware feature of the Dagq Configuration control panel A discussion of this feature begins on page 2 6 WaveView interrogates the hardware after it starts up to see what options and expansion modules are actually connected to the WaveBook The number of channels shown on the configuration menu represents the number of channels actually connected to WaveBook Configure Channels Once WaveView determines the options and expansion modules the individual channels can be configured as described in the text that follows Me M are ew WATE VIE CFG Simulated Device Eile Edit iew System Help Channel Configuration Select Range gt E bo One EET Orff Dig 1 o 1 Jon 2 0 bo 2 0K chan 1 yf o z Jon 1 0 to 1 04 chan 2 sf on Oto 4 0 chan 3 w On Eeer enana v Orr 10 0 to 10 0 CHOS w o 6 rf 10 0 to 10 0 CHOG w OFF 10 0 to 10 0 CHOF w C
24. Formats Target Directory CWINDOWS TEST_Save 6 Data files are placed in format specitic subdirectories of the target directory Browse Exit Converting a ChartView Binary File to a DIAdem Format File DIAdem 09 00 DIAdem Quick Start Guide 1 7 5 Select the Files as you want to Convert In the example we only have one file available data_gg iot 6 Enter the Target Directory Path In the Target Directory textbox type the path of the directory that you want to use as the parent directory of the converted data Note that you can press the Browse button to navigate to the target directory instead of typing it In the example above we used C WINDOWS TEST Save The converted data files will be placed in a sub directory named DIAdem Thus the complete path for our saved data is C WINDOWS TEST Save DIAdem data_ gg DAT 7 Press the Convert Button in the Select Files to Convert box This action starts the file conversion and displays a progress meter After the DIAdem format file has been created we can load our acquired data into DIAdem as discussed in the following section C Load the Converted File into DIAdem these steps are not exclusive to ChartView and can be applied to other acquisition programs If you do not already have DIAdem open launch the program from a desktop shortcut if applicable or by navigating from the PC desktop as follows Start gt Programs gt DIAdem gt DIAdem 1 C
25. T rigger 0 scans Post T rigger 4000 scans Convention Scans Triggering Type Digital Pattern Condition JE qual To eaen PEPE REEE beee Beee All O s All 1 s All s Dont cares Frequency T Acquisition Configuration Dialog Box with Digital Pattern Extensions Note The top row contains a button labeled External for enabling the External Clock 09 29 00 WavePort Users Manual Pulse Trigger Pulse Trigger allows the use of a high bandwidth input for triggering and the correlation of lower speed waveforms with the occurrence of a high speed pulse You can set a pulse amplitude between 5 V and a pulse width in the range of 10 ns tol0 us Acquisition Configuration Duration Rate Internal _Extemal s Post T rigger 4000 scans Convention Scans bd Frequency Triggering Type Edge i Rising i Falling Threshold D f Pulse Trigger Channel Width 0 1 Is i Masmum C Minimum Trigger it the Pulse Trigger signal nises through the threshold value of OY and then crosses the threshold again within 0 7 seconds Threshold Metier uia Reese E Man Width c Pulse Trigger Selected This option allows you to trigger on analog level pulses on either the Channel 1 input or the Pulse Trigger input This trigger type is similar to the Channel 1 Analog trigger but places an additional time based condition on the signal Dependi
26. and the top of WavePort s cover plate from snow rain dust and other elements Prior to transporting the system in inclement weather turn the device OFF and place the unit in a plastic bag This simple action will prohibit water and wind blown debris from entering WavePort through its fan intake and air vents How Should WavePort be Transported WavePort Users Manual Ni r WavePort s own case is not intended to provide complete protection from shock and vibrations that the unit can experience during shipments This section pertains to transporting WavePort by road vehicles trains ships and planes WavePort has been tested for shock and vibration In regard to transportation the device falls under MIL STD 810E Category 10 Transportation Standards In general this means that WavePort should receive additional packaging and that it should be secured while in transit As WavePort contains an internal power supply circuit boards and related high tech components it should be transported with the following steps taken e Module Power Switch positioned to OFF e All cabling disconnected e Notebook PC removed from the unit e No loose items present in the unit e Cover closed and latched padlock optional e WavePort placed in a plastic bag to keep packing materials and debris from entering the vents e Unit placed in heavy cardboard box with packing material to absorb shock e Shipping box la
27. here no template will be loaded in the appropriate device 04 22 00 DlAdem The PC Workshop 7 19 Memory organization The organization of the memory area or data area can only be altered when no DIAdem device is active This means that all the DIAdem devices can be closed with the window menu with Close all As soon as only the SHELL is displayed the size of the data area can be increased or decreased For these settings to become effective DIAdem has to be restarted This is performed automatically if you affirm the appropriate request Define Report The Report contains a record of the DIAdem program start and finish error messages and confirmation messages The extent of the Report as well as the associated Editor with which the memory format is selected can be defined The Device Specific Settings Depending on which DIAdem device is open other settings specific to this device also appear with the Desktop settings such as for example the page layout and the color palette in the DIAdem GRAPH device They are explained briefly in the following Directory Structure When you install DIAdem the setup program creates the directory structure shown below on the path you enter This structure consists of three directory layers Standard directory structure DIADEM SYMBOLS I Inthe Program directory e g c diadem you will find the program files exe dll control files and others such as the R
28. information regarding such items as the signal and power modules indicator lights and the unit fan are included later in this chapter i i i r j 1 1 CH2 1 thru Excitation CH1 1 thru Excitation CH1 thru CH2 8 Inputs Source Out 1CH1 8 Inputs Source Out CH8 Inputs Pulse I Oi l 1 Filter Clock In E Filter Clock In Io es DB25 DB25 PE16 Only Digital I O i i aed External Clock araillel FO Module 2 Module 1 WaveBook TTL Trigger WBK1 4 based WBK14 based WaveBook 516 based AC Coupled Only AC Coupled Only DC Coupled Only Power Sense Battery Modules Check DC Power Input Status On Fan A Module AQ LEDs jee f Power Switch Note 1 12 to 30 VDC 100 Watts Max Internal UPS Notebook Power Note 1 AC Power Input 100 to 240 VAC 150 Watts Max AT Power Supply 65 Watt 16 VDC i 4 Fuse Chassis Ground Jack WavePort PE Simple Block Diagram The Notebook Power receptacle on WavePort s cover plate is LIVE whenever WavePort is connected to a live AC power source The Module Power Switch can not be used to turn off the Notebook Power Receptacle From the diagram we can see that WavePort PE16 consists of e Two Dynamic Signal Input Modules Module 2 and Module 1 Both modules provide for 8 input channels through BNC connectors an Excitation Source Out BNC and a Filter Clock In BNC The dynamic signal input modules are based on WBK14 architecture
29. is isolated electrically off ground by means of an isolation stud insert The proprietary material used to form the isolation provides strength and stiffness to preserve high frequency performance Appendix A Using Accelerometers 04 06 00 A 3 Cable Driving Operation over long cables is a concern with all types of sensors Concerns involve cost frequency response noise ground loops and distortion caused by insufficient current available to drive the cable capacitance The cost of long cables can be reduced by coupling a short 1 m adapter cable from the accelerometer to a long low cost cable like RG 58U or RG 62U with BNC connectors Since cable failure tends to occur at the accelerometer connection where the vibration is the greatest only the short adapter cable would need replacement Capacitive loading in long cables acts like a low pass second order filter and can attenuate or amplify high frequency signals depending on the output impedance of the accelerometer electronics Generally this is not a problem with low frequency vibration 10 Hz to 2000 Hz For measurements above 2000 Hz and cables longer than 100 ft the possibility of high frequency amplification or attenuation should be considered The WBK 14 constant current source provides 2 or 4 mA to integral electronics Use the higher current setting for long cables high peak voltages and high signal frequencies The maximum frequency that can be transmitted over a given l
30. of WavePort controls the WBK11A Note that the WBK11 allows concurrent lt 150 ns capture of multiple input channels and virtually eliminates channel to channel time skewing When using WavePort with an SSH channel enabled the per channel sample rates are reduced The rate reduction is the same as that which would occur if another channel were added The per channel rate with SSH enabled is 1 MHz nt where n is the number of active channels The WBK11A SSH card can accommodate higher gains than the main unit because its gains are fixed for each channel prior to the acquisition Each channel may be set in software for ranges shown in the table All channels equipped with SSH circuitry are sampled simultaneously as a system Hardware Setup Configuration All WBK11A configurations are controlled by software There are no hardware settings Installation For the WavePort product lines WBK11A cards are only to be installed at the factory Customer installation or removal of internal WavePort components will result void of your product s warranty Software Setup Reference Note For software setup information refer to the Software Setup section in chapter 2 For detailed WaveView information refer to chapter 5 WBK11A Specifications Specifications are provided in Chapter 10 4 20 Hardware and Operation Reference 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual WBK12A and WBK13A Programmable Low Pass Filter Cards The WBK12A and W
31. of software that can be used with WavePort References to relevant documentation are included Software discussed in this chapter includes WaveView Out of the Box Software DIAdem Out of the Box Software DASYLab Icon Based Software DaqX Language Drivers for Programmers WaveView Out of the Box Software WaveView is a graphical Windows based program for use in WaveBook applications This program allows users to acquire data for immediate viewing or for storage to the PC s hard disk WaveView s spread sheet style interface makes it easy to set up your application quickly and begin acquiring data within minutes of completing hardware connections No programming knowledge is required From WaveView you can Set up all analog or digital input parameters Acquire and save data to disk View the acquisition in real time Send data to other Windows applications such as spreadsheets and databases Launch DIAdem an independent application to view file data that was recorded by WaveView WaveView is detailed in Chapter 6 DIAdem Out of the Box Software The basic DIAdem View application is included as part of the Out of the Box application software The program s interactive graphics makes it possible to examine large data files at high speeds Zoom and cursor features permit the viewing of small details in the collected data Add on software modules can be used to enhance the basic DIAdem View
32. outer conductor is Channel Low Resolution 16 bits Input Voltage Ranges software programmable via sequencer Voltage Accuracy Note 2 Input Noise LSB rms Range One Year 18 28 C 10Hz 500KHz typical 0 t0 10V Oto 4V 0 to 2V 10 to 10V 5 to 8V 20 72V Tto HIV Notes 1 Specifications assume differential input scan unfiltered 2 Accuracy specification is exclusive of noise Voltage Specifications Channels 1 8 one year 18 28 C unless otherwise noted Differential Nonlinearity 3 LSB max Total Harmonic Distortion 10Hz 20KHz 84dB typical Signal to Noise and Distortion SINAD 10Hz 20KHz 74dB typical Temperature Coefficient 002 0 3 LSB C typical 10 to 18 C and 28 to 55 C Input Resistance 5MQ single ended 10MQ differential in parallel with 30pF Bias Current lt 400 nA 0 to 35 C Common Mode Rejection gt 70dB minimum gt 80dB typical dc 20KHz Input Bandwidth dc to 500KHz Hostile Channel to channel Crosstalk 5Vrms input signal dc 100KHz 90dB typical Over Voltage Protection 35 V relative to analog common PGA Filter 20KHz low pass Butterworth 5 pole filter WavePort User s Manual 09 2900 Specifications 10 1 WavePort PE Specifications Accelerometer Inputs Module 1 Channels 1 1 through 1 8 Module 2 Channels 2 1 through 2 8 PE16 version only Accelerometer Channels 8 for PE8 16 for PE16 Inputs BNC Center conductor is Hi shell is common ground for a
33. output Input Characteristics TTL compatible Output Characteristics ALS TTL output in series with 33 ohms Output Updates Outputs may be changed via program control Input Output Protection Diode clamped to ground and 5V General Specifications Warm up 30 minutes to rated specifications Environment Operating 10 to 55 C 0 95 RH non condensing Storage 40 to 70 C Power Consumption 100W max plus Notebook Power utilized SOW max AC Power Input Range 100 240VAC 90 260VAC allowable 50 400Hz DC Power Input Range 12 30VDC Charging Time 5 hours to maximum charge operating from AC input modules off Battery Backup Life 30 minutes Vibration Tested to MIL Std 810E Category 1 and 10 Dimensions 470mm wide X 369mm deep X 191 mm high 18 5 X 14 5 X 7 5 Weight 15kg 33 Ibs Included Accessories and Software Software WaveView DlAdem View DOS and Windows Drivers LabView Drivers Hardware CA 1 EC Power Cable CA 198 5 pin DIN to vehicle cigarette lighter power cable 10ft 3 048 m CA 35 2 Parallel Port Cable HA 192 Accessory Pouch 48 1 2m of ST 5 6 Tape Adhesive Foam Seal 2 10 0 254m of ST 27 Dual Lock Fastener with Adhesive 10 6 Specifications 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Optional Accessories Software Hardware DasyLab WBK30 Memory options consult factory CA 178 DB25 to external clock BNC WBK20A PCMCIA Card Cable CA 150 1 Single Male BNC to Male BNC CE Compliant cable
34. pertaining to vibration rotating machinery and acoustic measurements WavePort PEs measurement capabilities are as follows e WavePort PES8 up to eight channels of voltages within 10V and up to 8 channels of ICP transducer excitation PE8 e WavePort PE16 up to eight channels of voltages within 10V and up to 16 channels of ICP transducer excitation Dimensions 470 mm wide 369 mm deep 191 mm high 18 5 x 14 5 x 7 5 Weight excluding cables 13 kg 28 Ibs Illustrations of the BNC sections for both PE16 and PE8 units are featured on the following pages The unit s portability makes it an excellent choice for engineers and technicians on the go WavePort can be powered from a standard AC outlet an external DC source or its own internal batteries WavePort V devices provide a convenient acquisition package for general purpose voltage measurements The V series offers 8 16 or 24 channels through BNC connectors WavePort V measurement capabilities are as follows e WavePort V8 up to eight channels of voltages within 10V e WavePort V16 up to sixteen channels of voltages within 10V e WavePort V24 up to twenty four channels of voltages within 10V Illustrations of the BNC sections for both PE and V units are featured on the following pages WavePorts can be powered from a standard AC outlet an external DC source or from internal batteries Their portability makes each an excellent choice f
35. program is automatically restarted The Data area exists only at program runtime Manual changes to the Data area are temporarily registered but are not permanently stored until the data set is stored on your hard drive Data sets to which changes have been made should be saved under a new name so that the original data is still accessible Sample Data Set The data opened by default was acquired during an automobile test drive Included are the driving time speed and the motor rpm and torque If you have already made changes in the Data area after starting DIAdem open the sample data set data dat from Open in the File menu For more information on opening files see the end of this chapter 7 24 DlAdem The PC Workshop 04 19 00 DiIAdem Copying Pasting and Deleting Data Channels Marking multiple channels Cutting and pasting channels Cut channels are pasted in from the Windows clipboard at the marked location In this case that leaves a free channel in the first line of the Working area DIAdem Not only does the Working area in DIAdem DATA offer you a data overview you can also copy paste and delete data channels in the Working area You can perform these operations on individual channels or on groups of channels Mark all four channels by holding down the left mouse button and dragging the mouse over the desired channels You may also mark the first data channel by clicking with the mouse and
36. selected or when the OK button of the Select Device Type dialog box is selected It displays the properties for the WaveBook device with the default configuration settings The fields include System Setup Device Name The Device Name field is displayed with FEET ure the default device name As shown this field can be WaveBook Properties Test Hardware changed to any descriptive name as desired This E device name is the name to be used with the daqOpen function to open the device This name will also be ooo EE displayed in the device lists for opening the device in Device Type waveBok Fl the WaveView and WaveCal applications Parallel Fort rm H Device Type The Device Type field indicates the device type that was initially selected However it can aes EEE a z i atandard o bit be changed here if necessary Device Resources SMCEEE EFF Resource Type SS Seng Parallel Port The Parallel Port field is used to set the Interrupt Request 07 parallel port for communicating with the WaveBook ee ae pede neue Protocol The Protocol field is used to set the parallel port protocol for communicating with the WaveBook Depending on your system not all protocols may be OK gt OF Cancel available See following Note Daq Configuration Properties Dialog Box In regard to Protocol If you are using a WBK20A you must select Fast EPP wbk 20 21 to achieve the best performance WBK20A is discussed in Appendix B
37. strain sensitivity should be selected Inserting a washer smaller in diameter than the accelerometer base under the base reduces contact surface area and can substantially reduce the effects of base strain Note that this technique lowers the usable upper frequency range Acoustic Sensitivity High level acoustic noise can induce outputs unrelated to vibration input In general the effect diminishes as the accelerometer mass increases Use of a light foam rubber boot may reduce this effect Frequency Response An accelerometer s frequency response is the ratio of the sensitivity measured at frequency f to the basic sensitivity measured at 100 Hz This response is usually obtained at a constant acceleration level typically 1 gor 10 g Convention defines the usable range of an accelerometer as the frequency band in which the sensitivity remains within 5 of the basic sensitivity Measurements can be made outside these limits if corrections are applied Care should be taken at higher frequencies because mounting conditions greatly affect the frequency range see Mounting Effects in upcoming text Dynamic Range The dynamic measurement range is the ratio of the maximum signal for a given distortion level to the minimum detectable signal for a given signal to noise ratio The dynamic range is determined by several factors such as sensitivity bias voltage level power supply voltage and noise floor Bias Level Under normal operation
38. successfully the Daq Configuration Test Dialog Box indicates a passed condition Passed messages indicate you can exit the test program and run your application WavePort User s Manual 06 14 00 System Setup 3 9 Note 3 10 System Setup 06 14 00 WavePort User s Manual Hardware and Operation Reference 4 WavePort PE Devices 4 1 Overview 4 2 Basic Operation 4 3 Signal Aspects 4 5 WavePort PE16 4 5 WavePort PE8 4 6 WavePort V Devices 4 7 Overview 4 7 Basic Operation 4 8 Signal Aspects 4 9 Ground Connections 4 10 DB25F Digital I O External Clock TTL Trigger Connection 4 11 Programmable Features 4 12 Triggers 4 13 Pulse Trigger 4 13 Digital Pattern Trigger 4 14 Multi channel Triggering 4 14 External Clock and Counter Timer 4 15 Power Aspects 4 16 Power Module Operation 4 18 Charging 4 19 Fuse Replacement 4 19 Factory Installed Option Cards for WaveBook and WBK10A based modules 4 20 WBK11A Simultaneous Sample and Hold Card 4 20 WBK12A and WBK13A Programmable Low Pass Filter Cards 4 21 WavePort s Fan 4 22 WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 Hardware and Operation Reference 4 1 WavePort PE Devices Overview The following block diagram serves to provide a general understanding of WavePort PE devices Detailed
39. the cursor coordinates and any expressions at will Use the graph symbol between the axis system and the legend to copy a graph into another axis system by grabbing it with the mouse and moving it into the target axis drag and drop In the Tool bar you will find various types of graphics cursors used to inspect graphs as well as various measurement cursors with which you can find characteristic graph points Other useful features are the symbol for turning the coordinate display off and on and the feature Delete all graphs In addition to the standard functions other functions can be assigned to the command icons which are marked with a yellow triangle as Autosequences requires the Autosequence option Each DIAdem VIEW axis system has its own axis specific Tool bar which you can use to enlarge a selected region of the graph zoom and scroll and in the case of several axes with different value ranges change the scaling of the Y axis 04 19 00 DlAdem VIEW Viewing Measuring amp Editing Data 7 27 Viewing Data as Graphs aa Load data in DIAdem DATA DIAdem VIEW The data file Calc3 dat has been used for the screen display on the first page of the chapter If you have modified the example data set in the DIAdem DATA device which is loaded automatically load the data file Data dat from the user data path diadem demo dat To work with DIAdem VIEW click on the corresponding button in the Device bar
40. to specific tasks in a DIAdem device You can start these examples directly from DIAdem Help Click on the question mark in the Menu bar then choose Examples Click on a device symbol to go directly to the list of corresponding examples With the examples there are differences in the level of complexity between the demo sequences applications and templates The demo sequences are short film sequences which present the creation of a graphic DIAdem GRAPH for example The applications and templates demonstrate not only the spectrum of application for the program they can also be used as the basis for your own partial solutions For this purpose press the info button i before the particular example for a display of a task description and the files used The Start button is used to start the example and lt ESC gt cancels the display measurement or Autosequence To use a demo you have opened as a pattern save it under a new name in the user directory diadem user dac Since these solutions are not directed towards specific tasks you can use them as building blocks in material you are working on by transferring them with the clipboard You can mark the entire display or block diagram with lt CTRL A gt To select a portion of either expand the blue frame to the desired dimension while holding down the left mouse button Then you can copy the selected portion to the clipboard with lt CTRL C gt and insert it back into an
41. true even when these devices are plugged into AC adapters Connecting to ANALOG COMMON If the computer is battery operated and the signal source is floating such as an ungrounded sensor then the internal 5 MQ resistors may provide enough of a return path to ANALOG COMMON If either the computer or the analog signal source is committed to AC power line ground then you will require a direct connection between the signal source and ANALOG COMMON When in doubt connect the signal source common to ANALOG COMMON A single ended signal source needs to have its common connected to ANALOG COMMON When connecting several signal source commons to ANALOG COMMON it is important that there is no voltage potential between these signal source commons Otherwise ground currents will circulate leading to measurement errors If there is a fixed voltage potential between multiple signal source commons then only one of these signal source commons needs connected to ANALOG COMMON This is true as long as the common mode voltage of any input does not exceed 11 volts 4 10 Hardware and Operation Reference 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Connecting to CHASSIS Ground WavePort includes a CHASSIS ground node Though it never hurts to connect the WavePort CHASSIS to a reliable ground it is recommended that you do make this connection to ground when WavePortt is e being used in a vehicle e being used in a static prone environment e
42. valid whenever the signal level is below the trigger level and stays valid until the signal level goes above the trigger level by at least the user set hysteresis amount 0 Latch Rising Edge The signal level must first go below the trigger level by the user set hysteresis amount Then the trigger channel is valid whenever the signal level is above the trigger level and stays valid until the acquisition is complete 0 Latch Falling Edge The signal level must first go below the trigger level by the user set hysteresis amount Then the trigger channel 1s valid whenever the signal level is below the trigger level and stays valid until the acquisition is complete Q Latch Above Thresh A trigger channel is valid whenever the signal level is above the trigger level and stays valid until the acquisition is complete Q Latch Below Thresh A trigger channel is valid whenever the signal level is below the trigger level and stays valid until the acquisition is complete Note The threshold voltage and hysteresis level may be set for each channel as required Position the cursor per channel and enter the desired value s External Clock and Counter Timer WavePorts can receive an external clock input through pin 20 of the DB25 connector labeled DIGITAL I O EXTERNAL CLOCK TTL TRIGGER This enables data scanning to be correlated with an external pulse train To enable the external clock select External for the Scanning Rate in the Acquisition Co
43. varies depending on system configuration The various columns contain the configuration information for each channel Some columns allow blocks of cells to be altered simultaneously while others allow one cell to be changed at a time Some columns may be static and cannot be altered Clicking a column header will select the entire column if applicable e CH The channel number column labeled CH is static and cannot be altered This column identifies the analog or digital input channel to be configured in that row This number includes all channel numbers from the WaveBook and any attached expansion chassis WBK10 10H 10A WBK14 WBK 15 and WBK16 The channels are numbered as follows Dig WaveBook Digital Channel Dig WavePort PE units appear as a WaveBook with one WBK14 PE8 or two WBK14s PE16 WavePort V units will appear as a WaveBook with one WBK10A V16 two WBK10As V24 or none V8 e On Off This column allows you to include or exclude a channel from the scan list When a cell is selected the selection box above the spreadsheet allows On or Off to enable or disable the channel Double clicking a cell in this column will toggle the channel status The Make All Channels Active and Make All Channels Inactive menu items under the Edit menu can be used to globally change all channels to either On or Off e Reading Not user configurable This column displays values of enabled channels e Rang
44. when the external clock frequency is greater than 305 Hz 20 000 000 MHz 65536 Note that WaveView does not enforce this WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 WavevView 6 15 Digital Pattern Trigger 6 16 WaveView In addition to digital trigger the WavePort series supports a digital pattern trigger not available in the WaveBook 512 This expanded capability allows data collection to start when a user defined 16 bit digital pattern is matched on the digital I O connector This feature is useful when trying to capture noise vibrations or some other physical disturbance that occurs at a particular point in a digitally sequenced process from a PLC or relay logic control system When Digital Pattern is selected as the Triggering Type the 16 bit pattern extension appears as indicated in the following figure The Condition box allows the following choices Equal To Not Equal To lt gt These options treat each digital line as a separate input to be compared to logical 1 or 0 Selecting Equal To triggers only on the exact pattern of 1 s and 0 s selected while Not Equal triggers on all others You can also set any of the inputs to don t care X which excludes it from the comparison Greater Than gt Less Than lt These options interpret the digital inputs as a single 16 bit value and allow a threshold trigger Acquisition Configuration Duration Rate intemal External ese Pre
45. 1 Insert the WBK20A card into a Type II PCMCIA socket on the Notebook 2 Connect cable CA 191 1 to the PCMCIA card 3 Connect the cable s DB 25 socket connector to WavePort s DB25 plug connector labeled TO COMPUTER PARALLEL PORT 4 Load the required software drivers by following the instructions provided with the WBK20A Note that no hardware configuration is required Software configuration is performed from within the provided software Tip Record the WBK20A IRQ interrupt setting for future reference To ensure proper operation of WBK20A card you will need to boot up the notebook computer with the WBK20A inserted in the PC s card slot Failure to do so may prevent the application software from recognizing the card as a parallel port device PC WBK20 is identical to WBK20A in performance but requires a different cable Tip You can use the earlier version WBK20 card cable to connect your WavePort to a Notebook CA 157 1 WBK20A uses cable CA 191 1 which locks to the card It is important to note that these two cables are not interchangeable Appendix B WBK20A Option Setup Notes 04 13 00 B 2 04 13 00 Appendix B WBK20A Option Setup Notes Glossary Acquisition A collection of scans acquired at a specified rate as controlled by the sequencer Analog signal A signal of varying voltage or current resistance temperature such as the output of a sensor Analog to Digital Converter ADC A cir
46. 4 10 WavePort PE8 Signal Panel Reference Notes Additional information regarding WavePort PE signal connections appears elsewhere in this manual WavePort PE16 information appears on the previous page Chapter 6 WaveView includes information regarding channel configuration Maintenance intended environment and transportation issues are discussed in chapter 9 Specifications are provided in chapter 10 4 6 Hardware and Operation Reference 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual WavePort V Devices Overview The following block diagram serves to provide a general understanding of WavePort V devices Detailed information regarding such items as the signal and power modules indicator lights and the unit fan are included later in this chapter Module2 BNCs Module1 BNCs WaveBook BNCs V24 Only V16 and V24 Only CH2 1 thru fot CH1 1 thru CH1 thru CH2 8 Inputs CH1 8lnputs I 6 DB25 DB25 24 Onl mis iY y Digital 1 0 D computes nalog External Clock arallel Fo Eenmo Module 2 WaveBook TTL Trigger ach WBK10A based WBK10A based WaveBook 516 based DC Coupled Only DC Coupled Only DC Coupled Only Power Sense Battery Modules Check DC Power Input Status On Fan A TEA Qs LEDs fF EY a gt Power Switch Note 1 12 to 30 VDC 100 Watts Max Internal UPS Notebook Power Note 1 AC Power Input 100 to 240 VAC 150 Watts Max fun 1 l Fuse Power Supply 65 Watt 16 VDC Chassis
47. 500 kHz e Programmable Gain Amplifiers The cards programmable gain instrumentation amplifiers can be software selected to various gains on a per channel basis The gains are set prior to the beginning of an acquisition sequence and cannot be changed during an acquisition Note WBK12A and WBK13A gain specifications are provided in Chapter 10 e Simultaneous Sample and Hold SSH WBK13A only In addition to the filtering capability of the WBK12A the WBK13A provides per channel SSH Simultaneous sampling of all channels occurs at the start of a scan sequence When using WaveBook with an SSH channel enabled the per channel sample rates are reduced The rate reduction is the same as that which would occur if another channel were added The per channel rate with SSH enabled is 1 MHz n where n is the number of active channels Hardware Setup Configuration The WBK12A and WBK13A configurations are controlled by software No hardware settings are required Installation For the WavePort product lines WBK12A and WBK13A cards are only to be installed at the factory Customer installation or removal of internal WavePort components will void of your product s warranty Software Setup Reference Note For software setup information refer to the Software Setup section in Chapter 2 For detailed WaveView information refer to chapter 5 WBK12A and WBK13A Specifications Specifications are provided in Chapter 10 WavePo
48. A Coweta convert the raw binary to DLAdem format ChartView from CD ROM release version 1 9 DlAdem lOtech SHELL VIEW 99 60000 VIEW greater Ey File View Cursor Options na Te The following steps show how to convert a binary DIAdem file from a data acquisition program to DIAdem format then load the converted file into DIAdem A simplified view of the procedure is at right A Use ChartView to acquire and save data in binary raw binary format B Use the Data Conversion Utility to convert the raw binary format into the DIAdem format ChartView Data Conversion Utility and DIAdem C Load the converted file into DIAdem on a Desktop Concurrently During a session in which several acquisitions are to be followed by viewing each file in DIAdem it is recommended that the data acquisition application the file converter and DIAdem remain on the desktop concurrently 1 Open ChartView Consult the ChartScan Users Manual as needed Setup Channel Types Alarms and Acquisition Parameters Channel and Alarm Setup Acquisition Setup Data Destination 2 Select Binary Data Format This is done in ChartView s Data Destination section see figure Data Destination 3 Acquire and Save Data Folder E SFERSBINS In the example at the right we are saving a binary data file named Filename DATA_GG IOT DATA GG IoT to folder E XFER BIN Enei Select Binary Format B Convert Binary Data to DlAde
49. ATION Cutoff Level pe 0 002 CtrLo 69 206 CtrHi 11437 Dig S537 10 0 to 10 07 CHO 20000 00 Butterworth 6 512 10 0 to 10 07 CH Z 20000 00 Butheraorth 3 551 10 0 to 10 07 CHOS 20000 00 Butterworth 10 0 to 10 0 CHO4 20000 00 Butterworth 10 0 to 10 0 CHOS 20000 00 Butterworth WaveView Configuration Main Window Item Description Item Description 1 Open Module Configuration Window 7 Open Acquisition Configuration Window 2 Make All Channels Active 8 Open WaveView Scope Window 3 Make All Channels Inactive 9 Open WaveView Direct to Disk Window 4 Fill Down copy selected cell to lower ones 10 View File Data by launching separate program 5 Enable Spreadsheet Reading Column 11 Auto Zero Enabled Channels 6 Disable Spreadsheet Reading Column 12 Open WBK16 Sensor Calibration Window WaveView interrogates the hardware after it starts up to see what options and expansion modules are actually connected to the WaveBook The number of channels displayed on the configuration menu corresponds to all the channels connected Menu Items amp Buttons WaveView functions are initiated through toolbar buttons and pull down menu selections The toolbar buttons are identified in the above figure In the following sections menu functions are explained in order of the menu structure Note The following menu descriptions also apply to corresponding toolbar buttons when applicable Not all menu items have a corresponding tool button WavePo
50. BK13A are 8 channel programmable low pass filter cards for use with 1 MHz WaveBook data acquisition systems including WavePort These cards when ordered as an option are factory installed into WavePort s WaveBook module the WBK10A based Module 1 and or the WBK10A based Module 2 as applicable Note that the Module 1 and Module 2 expansions provide programmable low pass filtering over all channels All WBK12A and WBK13A low pass filters and cutoff frequencies are configured via software Note WBK13A is like the WBK12A except in that the WBK13A has the additional capability of simultaneous sampling all of the module s channels If multiple WBK13A cards are installed within one system all channels will be sampled within 100 ns of each other Features of the WBK12A and WBKI13A include e Low Pass Filters Each card provides 8 input channels arranged in two 4 channel banks the filter and cutoff frequency configurations are applied per bank The cards filters can be configured as either an 8 pole elliptic filter with cutoff frequencies of 400 Hz to 100 kHz or an 8 pole linear phase filter with 400 Hz to 50 kHz cutoff frequencies e Cutoff Frequencies The WBK12 and WBK13 provide 747 discrete cutoff frequencies that can be determined exactly by the formula Fc 300 kHz N where the integer N 3 to 750 Alternatively you can configure any channel to bypass the programmable filter entirely resulting in a 1 pole low pass filter at about
51. CLOCK external clock and TTL TRIGGER Connection nodes for CHASSIS ground and ANALOG COMMON are also provided Module 1 and Module 2 Analog Inputs CH1 1 through CH1 8 and CH2 1 through CH2 8 respectively e 16 bit resolution e Software selectable for unipolar or bipolar operation WaveBook Analog Inputs CH1 through CH8 Analog Inputs via BNC Connectors 16 bit resolution Software selectable for unipolar or bipolar operation Je Te e Unipolar Ranges py py Unipolar Ranges 0 to 10V 0 to 10V 0 to 5V O O 0to 4V 0t0 2V t SZ 0 to 2V 0 to 1V e Bipolar Ranges 10Vs25V 42V 41V e Maximum Overvoltage 30 VDC N e Bipolar Ranges 10V 45V 2V 1V 0 5V e Maximum Overvoltage 30 VDC DC Coupled Only DC Coupled Only OQ Fully Differential Fully Differential See Chapter 6 WaveView and SA SA Chapter 10 Specifications for additional information that includes NF OY Pulse Trigger Input ranges available with WBKI IA WBK12A and WBK13A factory installed options Input Signal Range 5V Input Characteristics 75 Q Input Protection 10V max Minimum Pulse Width 100 ns Maximum Pulse Width 0 8 sec Latency 300 ns je Digital I O External Clock TTL Trigger Analog Common WavePort V 24 Signal Panel Reference Notes Additional information regarding WavePort signal connections appears elsewhere in this manual
52. Connecting the Communication Cable and Notebook Power Cable 3 4 Connecting the WavePort to Power 3 5 Installing Software 3 5 Using the Daq Configuration Applet to Check Connections 3 6 A Guide to Using the Daq Configuration Applet 3 7 4 Hardware and Operation Reference WavePort PE Devices 4 1 Overview 4 2 Basic Operation 4 3 Signal Aspects 4 5 WavePort PE16 4 5 WavePort PE8 4 6 WavePort V Devices 4 8 Overview 4 8 Basic Operation 4 9 Signal Aspects 4 10 Ground Connections 4 11 DB25F Digital I O External Clock TTL Trigger Connection 4 12 Programmable Features 4 12 Triggers 4 13 Pulse Trigger 4 13 Digital Pattern Trigger 4 14 Multi channel Triggering 4 14 External Clock and Counter Timer 4 15 Power Aspects 4 16 Power Module Operation 4 18 Charging 4 19 Fuse Replacement 4 19 Factory Installed Option Cards for WaveBook and WBK10A based modules 4 20 WBK11A Simultaneous Sample and Hold Card 4 20 WBK12A and WBK13A Programmable Low Pass Filter Cards 4 21 WavePort s Fan 4 22 5 Software An Introduction 5 1 6 WaveView 6 1 Software Setup Notice for WavePort 6 1 Introduction 6 2 Software Startup amp Sample Acquisition 6 2 Startup WaveView 6 2 Configure Channels
53. EW from the Help pull down menu provides quick access to the following help topics You can also use your keyboard s F1 key for immediate access to the topics identified below Introduction to DiIAdem VIEV Working with DlAaderm WE Legend display Display of graph coordinates Function groups of DlAdem IE Fe A Fe wap aae T ao El A Loading a new screen partitionin EAIA Deleting all graph definitions Crosshair Band Frame cursor E ETE Frees Graphs Maximas Minima Cursor Other tasks and featurs only accessible from the menu bar Features and tasks of Dl dem Y1EY Adding a new graph in an axis system Icon which can be assigned to any autosequence The first 6 symbols are pre set by default Information on the assigned autosequences can be obtained from Cursor setthe guide graph Defining the graph to which the graphics refers Displaying suppressing the display of coordinates SStN9s ae E EE E a General Data format brief help channel properties Farameter file Farameter file for default settings of the DlAdem actions Working with DiAdem CALC Memory organization Size and organization of the data storage area Enlarging graph segments Report Confirm report file Legend display Display of graph coordinates See also DlAdem Cursor Types 7 10 DlAdem Quick Start Guide 09 00 DIAdem Examples Help Files Selecting Examples from the Help pull down menu provides quic
54. Ground Jack WavePort V Simple Block Diagram The Notebook Power receptacle on WavePort s cover plate is LIVE whenever WavePort is connected to a live AC power source The Module Power Switch can not be used to turn off the Notebook Power Receptacle From the diagram we can see that WavePort V24 consists of e Two Analog Input Modules Module 2 and Module 1 Both modules provide for 8 input channels through BNC connectors These modules are based on WBK10A architecture e One WaveBook Module This module provides for 8 analog channel inputs through BNC connectors and a Pulse input e A 65 watt 16 VDC Power Supply and Internal UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply System e Two 25 pin connectors DB25 One for connecting to the Notebook s parallel port and another for connecting to Digital I O External Clock and TTL Trigger signals e Three electrical connectors DC Power Input AC Power Input and AC Auxiliary Output e Three Indicator Lights for Battery Status indication of Modules On and Fan On e Fan variable speed to provide system cooling I n the WavePort V product line only WavePort V 24 includes a WaveBook module plus two additional analog input modules Module 1 and Module 2 WavePort V8 includes the WaveBook module but has no WBK10 based modules WavePort V16 includes the WavePort module and the WBK10A based Module 1 WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 Hardware and Operation Refer
55. Ground To Input Signal Conditioning oo0o0o000000 00 000 000000000000 WavePort DB25 Connectors To Input Signal Conditioning 15 Pin Expansion Control Header WavePort s WBK14 architecture computer grounds are completed via internal cable through 15 Pin Expansion Control headers Computer Ground Channel Analog Input WavePort PE BNC Signal Connections The center and shield each connect to ANALOG COMMON through a 5 MQ resistor resulting in a 10 MQ differential input resistance see above figure WavePort s ANALOG COMMON connects to the computer power supply ground through the TO COMPUTER DB25 connector and cable When using a Notebook PC the computer ground could be a floating for example when the Notebook is operating on batteries or b connected to vehicle ground for example when using an automotive cigarette lighter adapter in conjunction with the vehicle s battery Note that a pair of Schottky diodes is used in the WBK 14 to clamp the ANALOG COMMON to within 0 3V of computer ground see figure WavePort has an isolated power supply Power input common is isolated from ANALOG COMMON by gt 10 Q in parallel with 0 1 uF For the WaveBook module to correctly measure analog signals each signal must be within 11 volts of ANALOG COMMON The following notes provide guidelines on how to achieve this Like WavePort Notebook computers are rarely connected to AC power line ground This is
56. Port Click the Properties button The Device Status section should contain the message This device is working properly If the message is not present either the wrong I O address is selected or the hardware is missing or broken Click the Resources tab The Resource Settings section should contain entries for Input Output Range and Interrupt Request with Settings from the table below that correspond to the LPT port chosen for WavePort Note A Direct Memory Access entry may also exist for EPP or ECP printer ports Printer Port Input Output Range Interrupt Request LPT1 0378 037B or 037F 7 LPT2 0278 027B or 027F 5 LPT3 03BC 03BF 7 shares with LPT1 If the settings do not correspond to those in the above table or if there is no Interrupt Request entry follow these steps 10a through 10b before moving on to step 11 10a Click on the check mark in the small box to the left of Use automatic settings 10b Click on the now active drop down combo box to the right of Setting based on 10c Click on different Basic configuration choices use the up down slide bar to the right if needed until the resource settings match those of your printer port in the table above 09 29 00 Troubleshooting 8 3 11 12 13 14 15 16 8 4 Troubleshooting The Conflicting device list section should contain the message No conflicts If this is not the case and a DMA conflict is described
57. ROM 8 1 Driver Support 8 2 Connection Problems 8 2 32 Bit WaveView Issues 8 2 Windows NT V3 57 8 3 Windows 95 98 2000 Problems 8 3 Resource Settings 8 3 Parallel Port Setup 8 3 Customer Assistance 8 5 9 Maintenance Service and Part Replacement 9 1 General Maintenance 9 1 Fan Filter Cleaning and Replacement 9 2 What Type of Environment is WavePort Intended for 9 3 How Should WavePort be Transported 9 3 Should Calibrate the WavePort 9 4 How do I get Replacement Parts or Service 9 4 10 Specifications Appendix A Using Accelerometers A 1 Appendix B WBK20A PCMCIA Option Setup Notes B 1 Glossary WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Unpacking and Inspecting your WavePort Package 1 k CA 198 Cigarette Lighter Adapter Cable WavePort Acquisition System PE16 shown CA 1 IEC Power Cable 1036 0901 User s Manual SS fot 1022 0601 Installation CD ST 5 6 Tape Adhesive Foam Seal CA 35 2 DB25M to DB25F Accessories ST 27 Dual Lock Fastener Cable Pouch with Adhesive Backing WavePort PE Standard Package A typical WavePort package consists of the items depicted in the above figure For reason of clarity packaging materials are not shown Note that the WavePort PE8 not illustrated has two rows of BNC connectors instead of three as d
58. Ra File View Cursor Options Window ME x DB eae AB Ate ae 10 ORM A747 1 Li measure graph coordinates x1 25 38989 y1 31 30782 ac Whenever you press the left mouse button and hold it down in the active axis system a small Positioning the crosshair cursor cross appears When you move the mouse the crosshair cursor snaps to the mouse cursor coordinates and follows any further mouse movements Note If you move the mouse over one of the crosshairs the graphics cursor changes into a horizontal V or vertical arrow At this point you can hold the left mouse button down and move the cursor line horizontally or vertically Using the Cursor Position to Measure a Graph The intersection point of the crosshair cursor is surrounded by a small square This square is used to follow the path of the graph The other cursor types also use this measuring square The intersection point of the crosshair cursor is surrounded by a small square This square is used to follow the path of the graph If you choose another of the cursor types the measuring square will remain at an intersection point By default the graphics cursor is set to move freely allowing the cursor to be moved anywhere in the active axis system If you select other positioning settings certain graph points will be sampled and selectively displayed in the Status line AR Free Cursor i The whole data area is emptied with the e
59. ULES 1 amp 2 Every Dynamic Signal MODULE s signal input channel has two independent High Pass Filters HPFs with a 3 dB cut off frequency Fc at 0 1 Hz and 10 Hz The 0 1 Hz HPF is a single pole RC filter and is primarily used to couple vibration signals The 10 Hz HPF is a 2 pole Butterworth type and can be used to couple acoustic signals or attenuate setup induced low frequency signals that can reduce the dynamic range of the measurement for example when using tape recorders as signal sources Programmable Gain Amplifier PGA for MODULES 1 amp 2 The High Pass Filter removes the DC voltage from the input signal A PGA amplifies the AC voltage with flat response up to 500 kHz Each channel has a PGA with 8 programmable gains 1 2 5 10 20 50 100 and 200 and a software controlled DAC for offset nulling The Dynamic Signal MODULES measure only bipolar signals up to 5 V peak Programmable Low Pass Filter Phase Equalizer for MODULES 1 amp 2 The first filter stage is a programmable 2 pole continuous time low pass filter The phase equalizer provides more than 65 dB alias protection to the next filter stage In addition it fine tunes the phase shift of the channel to optimize the phase matching between channels At calibration the phase shift of each channel is measured and stored in an EEPROM that is read at configuration Programmable Low Pass Anti Aliasing Filter and FILTER CLK IN for MODULES 1 amp 2 Most signal alias re
60. V The unit receives its channel input signals through eight BNC connectors In addition to the channel input BNCs there is one BNC for PULSE Trigger Input see following figure The signal panel includes a DB25 connector for DIGITAL I O EXT CLOCK external clock and TTL TRIGGER Connection nodes for CHASSIS ground and ANALOG COMMON are also provided WaveBook Analog Inputs CH1 through CH8 Analog Inputs via BNC Connectors 16 bit resolution Software selectable for unipolar or bipolar operation e Unipolar Ranges He i 0 to 10V 0 to 4V NF 0 to 2V e Bipolar Ranges 10V 5V 2V 1V e Maximum Overvoltage 30 VDC h S See Chapter 6 WaveView and Chapter 10 Specifications for DC Coupled Only additional information that includes Fully Differential ranges available with WBK11A Yv WBK12A and WBK13A factory A installed options O O Pulse Trigger Input Input Signal Range 5V Input Characteristics 75 Q Input Protection 10V max Minimum Pulse Width 100 ns Maximum Pulse Width 0 8 sec Latency 300 ns Digital I O External Clock TTL Trigger o00000090000 0000000000000 Analog Common WavePort V8 Signal Panel Reference Notes Additional information regarding WavePort signal connections appears elsewhere in this manual Chapter 4 Hardware and Operation Reference includes details regarding signal connections Chapter 6 WaveView in
61. ading and Saving Data The functions of DIAdem DATA available with the DIAdem SHELL allow you to manage data you can open and save data and import external data Data is organized in channels with each channel representing an independent series of data The data may originate directly from measurement by an external device connected to your PC or may be in file format All the DIAdem devices use the data in the Data area DlAdem DATA Calc3 dat Iof Xx i File Edit Options Window x Dae Pnl Q amp S DIAdem DATA No _ T Channel Name Length Comment speed speed of car revs number of revolutions torque course of torque accel time Input time 1 speed 2 acceleration Input time 1 speed 2 accel_smoothed Input Y_Diff 6 cony_speed ch conv_speed 3600 woonnoneawn e ce The DIAdem DATA Tool bar allows you to open and save data files and delete all files in the The DIAdem DATA Tool bar Data area The DIAdem DATA Working area gives you an overview of open data channels From the Working area you can cut copy paste or delete data channels Access context menus with the right mouse button Context menus play an important role in DIAdem DATA Different functions appear in a menu depending on whether you click the right mouse button in the data overview or in the Channel contents The Data Area Select DIAdem DATA by clicking on the corresponding button on the Devi
62. alled You might want to disable this setting if You never want to save data from incomplete acquisitions You want this to work like it does without the BESO Cancel WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 WaveView 6 9 Input Channel Configuration Channel Configuration On CtrLo amp CtrHi 23235 Dig 2 027 10 0 to 10 0 CHO 4012 10 0 to 10 0 CHOZ 6 022 10 0 to 10 07 CHOS 20000 00 Butterworth 20000 00 Butterworth 20000 00 Butterworth 20000 00 Buthernvorth 20000 00 Butterworth 2000000 Butterworth 20000 00 Butternvorth 20000 00 Butterworth 100000 00 Butterworth 0 1 Hz 1O00000 00 Butterworth 0 1 Hz 1O00000 00 Butterworth 0 1 Hz 100000 00 Butterworth 0 1 Hz 1O0000 00 Butterworth 0 1 Hz 100000 00 Butterworth 0 1 Hz 0 017 10 0 to 10 0 CHO4 2 016 10 0 to 10 04 CHOS 4 019 10 0 to 10 0 CHOG 6 011 10 0 to 10 07 CHO 0 040 10 0 to 10 0 CHOS 1 020 5 0 to 5 0 CHO 2 005 5 0 to 5 0 CHO 3 015 5 0 to 5 0 CH1 0 009 5 0 to 5 0 CH12 1 018 5 0 to 5 0 CH13 2 014 5 0 to 5 0 CH14 X ZJZ aD a SK ZJESZ E Channel Configuration Spreadsheet The spreadsheet allows the analog input channels and or digital channel to be configured and displayed The spreadsheet consists of rows and columns much like an accounting spreadsheet The top few rows are used for the high speed digital input and other non analog channels The following rows up to 72 configure the analog input channels The number of rows
63. allows fewer swaps of VM virtual memory to the drive thus allowing the possibility of greater performance However VM management during acquisition configuration for large acquisitions may cause WaveView to take a significant amount of time to configure the acquisition Acquisition parameters can no longer be changed during an active acquisition The 16 bit version of WaveView allowed the changing of configuration parameters during an acquisition Scope scale changes do not become effective until the focus changes This is best accomplished by hitting lt Enter gt International settings are supported but some text boxes may not completely show the comma when it is used as the decimal place holder The Scope Mode s print resolution is determined by the host computer s video driver Some graphics drivers may require adjustment of the resolution and or color palette for proper print operation For some printers better output is attained by changing the printer s dithering setting to None Text boxes for the filter settings may not display the proper setting if the number entered must be rounded to the nearest filter setting This is a problem only with the number displayed and does not affect the actual filter setting passed down to the driver Conversion to Snap Master format from the menu option is not supported Snap Master format conversion does work properly when done as part of a direct to disk acquisition 09 29 00 WavePort Use
64. and cursor range rs Zoom in A graph in maximized view and the band cursor section in zoomed view RQ Zoom off cial Frame cursor DIAdem Using Zoom Scrolling and Screen Partition Zoom Enlarging Graph Segments If you want to inspect a given region of a graph with increased precision you can use the DIAdem VIEW zoom feature to portray selected portions of the graph in enlarged format The zoom feature can be executed only with a band or frame cursor The band cursor consists of two parallel vertical cursor lines which define a segment of width delta X designated dx in the Status line The X position of the cursor line that is set first is used for the X coordinate to which is also assigned the small square the so called Hot Spot The X position of the cursor crosshair that is set last is used for the X coordinate The same applies correspondingly for the Y and Y gt coordinates of the frame cursor Copy the graph from the upper axis system into the axis system on the lower left Then activate the band cursor in the Tool bar Move the band cursor by clicking between the two cursor lines and moving the mouse right or left while the left mouse button is held down You can define the width of the band cursor by positioning the cursor crosshairs Move both band cursor lines with the left mouse button held down until the region of the graph you wish to inspect lies between the two cursor lines Now turn t
65. and easily re attached After securing the Notebook PC to the cover plate you should add four foam strips to the inside of WavePort s hinged lid Cut the strips as needed to form a rectangle on the Notebook s cover see the figure following the Caution CAUTION Forcing WavePort s cover to close on a Notebook PC that exceeds the height restriction of 1 5 38 mm is likely to result in damage to the Notebook PC Foam Strips Adhered to Case Lid Foam Strip 1 of 4 Adhesive Side Up How to use foam strips part no ST 5 6 to pad your Notebook PC 1 Verify that the Notebook PC does not exceed a height when the PC is closed of 1 5 inches 38 mm Notebook s exceeding this dimension can be damaged when closing WavePort s cover 2 Place four foam strips on the cover of the Notebook PC The adhesive side faces the WavePort s hinged cover 3 Fully close then reopen WavePort s cover 4 Verify that the foam strips are attached firmly to WavePort s cover WavePort User s Manual 06 14 00 System Setup 3 3 3 Connecting the Communication Cable and Notebook Power Cable WavePort s communication line connects to a host PC through a 25 pin male connector located in a recess on WavePort s cover plate The connector is labeled TO COMPUTER PARALLEL PORT WavePort communicates with a Notebook through the PC s enhanced parallel port EPP An alternative is to use a WBK20A PCMCIA EPP i
66. annel 1 Analog triggering is only valid for channel 1 Ee e e a EEEE EEEE EEEE Type Multiple Ch Analog Logical Operator f OR channels t AND channels No Trigger a Condition Ring Edge Falling Edge Ho Trigger Above Thresh Below Thresh Ee Tngger Latch Aising Edge No Trigger Latch Falling Edge Latch Above Thresh 0 000 0 000 0 000 Trigger Condition gt No Trigger 0 6 No Trigger No Trigger EEN Mo Trigger 0 000 CHOG 0 000 CHOF 0 000 C408 Multiple Ch Analog Provides a variety of Trigger Conditions and the use of And or Or Logic Operators 0 Rising Edge The signal level must first go below the trigger level by the user set hysteresis amount Then the trigger channel is valid whenever the signal level is above the trigger level and stays valid until the signal level goes below the trigger level by at least the hysteresis amount 0 Falling Edge The signal level must first go below the trigger level by the user set hysteresis amount Then the trigger channel is valid whenever the signal level is below the trigger level and stays valid until the signal level goes above the trigger level by at least the hysteresis amount 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Above Thresh A trigger channel is valid whenever the signal level is above the trigger level and stays valid until the signal level goes below the trigger level by at least the user set hysteresis amount 0 Below Thresh A trigger channel is
67. archival backup copies FCC Statement IOtech devices emit radio frequency energy in levels compliant with Federal Communications Commission rules Part 15 for Class A devices If necessary refer to the FCC booklet How To Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems stock 004 000 00345 4 which is available from the U S Government Printing Office Washington D C 20402 CE Notice Many IOtech products carry the CE marker indicating they comply with the safety and emissions standards of the European Community As applicable we ship these products with a Declaration of Conformity stating which specifications and operating conditions apply Warnings Cautions Notes and Tips Refer all service to qualified personnel This caution symbol warns of possible personal injury or equipment damage under noted conditions Follow all safety standards of professional practice and the recommendations in this manual Using this equipment in ways other than described in this manual can present serious safety hazards or cause equipment damage This warning symbol is used in this manual or on the equipment to warn of possible injury or death from electrical shock under noted conditions This ESD caution symbol urges proper handling of equipment or components sensitive to damage from electrostatic discharge Proper handling guidelines include the use of grounded anti static mats and wrist straps ESD protective bags and cartons and related procedu
68. beled FRAGILE SENSITIVE EQUIPMENT or other words to that effect e Instruction provided to the shipping agent to secure the package as to minimize shock and vibration while en route Though WavePort can be transported by plane WavePort s mechanical and electronic aspects can cause concern especially if there is an attempt to take the unit onboard as carry on luggage The level of concern is likely to vary from airport to airport and International flights can complicate the matter To reduce the possibility of delays always notify airport security of the nature of the device before scheduling the flight It is a good idea to remove the Notebook PC from WavePort prior to shipping the unit If you want to transport the unit with the Notebook installed it is highly recommended that you lock the case shut with a small padlock WavePort s latches contain holes for this purpose 05 26 00 Maintenance Service and Part Replacement 9 3 Should I Calibrate the WavePort No WavePort should be calibrated periodically but only by the factory or a factory approved service representative It is recommended that WavePort be calibrated yearly however calibration periods often vary depending on your application If you suspect that the unit needs calibrated you should obtain channel readings from a source with a known value then if the readings indicate a need for calibration contact the factory IOtech can be
69. ce bar re DIAdem DATA information such as the length and type origin of each data channel You can make the columns larger or smaller as you wish to enhance readability Simply move the column dividers in the Title bar by holding down the left mouse button An overview in table format appears in the Working area representing the data channels currently open in the Data area This overview includes the name index number and other You can see key information No T Channel name Length Maxim Comment on your stored data at a glance 1 i Time 1024 2048 Driving time in the Channel overview 2 ll Speed 1024 2048 Speed of the car 3 45 Revs 1024 8192 Number of revolutions 4 45 Torque 1024 2046 Course of torque 9 Ea Formula results 1024 1048576 sin ch 3 6 Ea Formula results 1024 1048576 cos ch 3 li Temperature_1 1024 8192 Acquired channel 8 Temperature_2 1024 8192 Acquired channel 9 Temperature_3 1024 8192 Acquired channel 10 0 2048 11 0 2048 You can alter the appearance of the data overview by changing the order of the columns Select Data overview in the Options menu The clicked line can be moved with the Up and Down buttons Confirm with OK and the column order will be altered accordingly DIAdem 04 19 00 DIAdem The PC Workshop 7 23 Using Options Select column for data overview x to move lines Fos Vanable Title Channel number Ho m Channel history Type z Canc
70. cking on the right mouse button from many places in the program For example one context menu offers features used in working with the active axis system in the optional DIAdem GRAPH device Tool tips are text fields used to identify symbols A tool tip appears whenever the mouse pointer momentarily rests on the corresponding symbol You can use Tool tips to familiarize yourself with the individual devices To activate a tool tip Tool tips slowly move the mouse pointer over the Device bar without pressing a mouse key The DiAdem Devices The DIAdem devices could be thought of as a set of work tools Each tool is intended for a specific purpose Note that devices can be easily distinguished by their graphic images icons The element common to each of these devices is the data which is processed in different manners by different devices In our analogy the data is then the work object on which the tools are used Data must first be available to be processed by the devices There are two types of devices e devices that can create data for example the optional DATA and optional CALC devices e devices that merely display data such as the VIEW device and the optional GRAPH device The optional Autosequences represent a special case as they can use features from all the devices in order to automate work sequences To select a device simply click on the corresponding symbol in the Device bar with the left Mouse pointer mous
71. clock input FILTER CLK IN and another BNC for EXCITATION SOURCE OUT see following figure The signal panel includes a DB25 connector for DIGITAL I O EXT CLOCK external clock and TTL TRIGGER Connection nodes for CHASSIS ground and ANALOG COMMON are also provided Module 1 Dynamic Signal Conditioning CH1 1 through CH1 8 WaveBook Analog Inputs CH1 through CH8 Analog Inputs via BNC Connectors e 16 bit resolution e Software selectable for unipolar or bipolar operation e Gain Ranges x1 2 5 10 20 50 100 and 200 e Input Ranges SV 2 5V 1V e Unipolar Ranges 500 mV 250 mV 0 to 10V 100 mV 50 mV 0 to 4V and 25 mV peak 0 to 2V e Bipolar Ranges 10V 45V 2V 1 V e Maximum Overvoltage 30 VDC AC Coupled Only BNC shells are analog common DC Coupled Only Fully Differential See Chapter 6 Wave View and Chapter 10 Specifications for additional information See Chapter 6 Wave View and Chapter 10 Specifications for additional information Filter Clock In See page 4 4 Pulse Trigger Input see page 4 13 Input Signal Range 5V Input Characteristics 75 Q Input Protection 10V max Minimum Pulse Width 100 ns Maximum Pulse Width 0 8 sec Latency 300 ns Excitation Source Out Digital I O see page 4 11 See page 4 4 j eg External Clock see page 4 11 15 TTL Trigger see page 4 11 Chassis Ground gger see pag See page 4 10 Analog Common see page
72. cludes information regarding channel configuration Chapter 9 contains maintenance intended environment and transportation information Chapter 10 provides device specifications WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 An Introduction to WavePort 2 5 WavePort V16 WavePort V 16 can measure up to sixteen channels of voltages within 10V The unit receives its channel input signals through two columns of eight BNC connectors 16 channel inputs total The columns are labeled MODULE 1 and WAVEBOOK In addition to the channel input BNCs WAVEBOOK contains a BNC for PULSE Trigger Input see following figure The signal panel includes a DB25 connector for DIGITAL I O EXT CLOCK external clock and TTL TRIGGER Connection nodes for CHASSIS ground and ANALOG COMMON are also provided Module 1 Analog Inputs CH1 1 through CH1 8 Analog Inputs via BNC Connectors e 16 bit resolution e Software selectable for unipolar or bipolar operation e Unipolar Ranges 0 to 10V 0Oto 5V 0t0 2V Oto 1V e Bipolar Ranges 10V 5V 2V 1V 0 5V e Maximum Overvoltage 30 VDC DC Coupled Only Fully Differential See Chapter 6 WaveView and Chapter 10 Specifications for additional information that includes ranges available with WBK11A WBK12A and WBK13A factory installed options Reference Notes 2 6 An Introduction to WavePort atten a D D D WavePort V16 Signal Panel WaveBook Analog Inputs CH1 through CH8 Ana
73. columns are labeled MODULE 2 MODULE 1 and WAVEBOOK In addition to the channel input BNCs WAVEBOOK contains a BNC for PULSE Trigger Input and the two MODULESs include BNCs for filter clock input FILTER CLK IN and EXCITATION SOURCE OUT see following figure The signal panel includes a DB25 connector for DIGITAL I O EXT CLOCK external clock and TTL TRIGGER Connection nodes for CHASSIS ground and ANALOG COMMON are also provided An illustration follows Module 1 and Module 2 WaveBook Dynamic Signal Conditioning Analog Inputs CH1 1 through CH1 8 and CH1 through CH8 Analog Inputs via CH2 1 through CH2 8 respectively BNC Connectors e 16 bit resolution e Software selectable for unipolar or bipolar operation e Unipolar Ranges e Gain Ranges x1 2 5 10 20 50 100 and 200 e Input Ranges 5V 2 5V IV 0 to 10V 500 mV 250 mV 0to 4V 100 mV 50 mV 0 to 2V and 25 mV peak AC Coupled Only BNC shells are analog common See Chapter 6 WaveView and Chapter 10 Specifications for additional information e Bipolar Ranges 10V 5V 2V 1V e Maximum Overvoltage 30 VDC DC Coupled Only Fully Differential See Chapter 6 WaveView and Chapter 10 Specifications for additional information Filter Clock In Pulse Trigger Input Input Signal Range 5V Input Characteristics 75 Q Input Protection 10V max Minimum Pulse Width 100 ns Maximum Pulse Width 0 8 sec Latency 300 ns Excitation Source Out Digi
74. conversion a Converting File box Tage pamek Deede shows an animated completion bar format of the Target File c program files daqs applications DlAdem daqv A 32 source and target files and file paths of the source and target The box is usually on screen for only a moment however we can obtain the information from your application s Data Destination region File Conversion in Progress as mentioned in the following tip 7 4 DlAdem Quick Start Guide 09 00 DIAdem Tip After the data conversion completes check the Data Destination area of your application Certain applications such as DaqView make use of a Data Destination tab Other applications such as WaveView show data destination after a Direct to Disk or equivalent button is pressed Consult your application s user documentation as needed It is a good idea to write down the complete file path for the newly created DIAdem data This allows you to access the file later from DIAdem s Load Data box as discussed on page QS 8 Binary Data and Selected Format File List c program files dagsapplications l bin oo dagy bin diadem The list at right displays the set of files that will be created when the dagv riz Acquisition has run to completion Checking Data Destination In this example the DIAdem target file is located at c program files daqx applications diadem daqv r32 3 View Data From your data acquisi
75. cope Display 6 20 WaveView Direct To Disk Window 6 21 WavePort PE16 makes use of two Dynamic Signal MODULES WBK14 WavePort PE8 makes use of one such module You must set pertinent software parameters from the WaveView Configuration main window Related Input Channel Configuration information begins on page 6 10 In WaveView WavePort V8 appears as a WaveBook The other two WavePort V versions V16 and V24 appear as a WaveBook and one or two WBK10A modules WavePort V24 makes use of two Analog Expansion MODULES WBK10A WavePort V16 makes use of one such module You must set pertinent software parameters from the WaveView Configuration main window Related Input Channel Configuration information begins on page 6 10 The Module Configuration window allows you to set the following Excitation Source parameters amplitude offset waveform and frequency i WaveView WAVEVIEW CFG File Edit View System Help Mi x Channel Configuration Channel On gt Off Auto HPF Source Bridge EJ CH On Off Reading Range Label Units Zero LPF On LPF Cutoff LPF Type Cutoff Level Type Invert A Module Configuration Miel x m System Inventory Chassis Bypass 20000 00 Butterworth pm Bypass 20000 00 Butterworth Bypass 20000 00 Butterworth Bypass 20000 00 Butterworth Bypass 20000 00 Butterworth Bypass 20000 00 Butterworth Bypass 20000 00 Butterworth Bypass 20000 00 Butterworth Bypas
76. cted cells below Hide Inactive Temporarily removes all inactive channels from the channel configuration worksheet If Channels there are inactive Off channels this results in a smaller spreadsheet showing just the currently active channels A status indicator HIDDEN ROWS appears above the spreadsheet when one or more channels are hidden Note When a channel is hidden its configuration settings cannot be changed Block operations and other All actions like the Make All Channels Active menu item have no effect on hidden channels Inactive Channels action This zeros out a DC offset signal on all channels that are On and have Auto Zero set to Channels Yes Enable Spreadsheet This causes all channels that are On to display an actual reading of the input signal in the Reading Column channel reading column This column is updated with new readings about twice per second A status indicator READINGS appears above the spreadsheet when the reading column is enabled Disable Spreadsheet This stops the reading column from being updated Reading Column Acquisition Opens the display window to allow selection of the number speed of the scan and the Configuration triggering method to start the scan system and allows the configuration of some expansion module parameters Scope Opens the display window to allow real time viewing of the acquired data Direct to Disk Opens the display window to allow the w
77. cuit or device that converts analog signals into digital values such as binary bits for use in digital computer processing API Application Program Interface The interface program within the WaveView system s driver that includes function calls specific to WavePort hardware and can be used with user written programs several languages supported Bipolar A range of analog signals with positive and negative values e g 5 to 5 V see unipolar Buffer Buffer refers to a circuit or device that allows a signal to pass through it while providing isolation or another function without materially altering the signal Buffer usually refers to a A device or circuit that allows for the temporary storage of data during data transfers Such storage can compensate for differences in data flow rates In a FIFO First In First Out buffer the data that is stored first is also the first data to leave the buffer b A follower stage used to drive a number of gates without overloading the preceding stage c An amplifier which accepts high source impedance input and results in low source impedance output effectively an impedance buffer d Buffer Amplifier see Buffer Amplifier Buffer Amplifier An amplifier used primarily to match two different impedance points and isolate one stage from a succeeding stage in order to prevent an undesirable interaction between the two stages Also see Buffer Channel In reference to WaveP
78. djustment of the displayed range Clicking on the value highlights the number Enter desired new value and press Enter Adjusts the scaling of the individual channels so that the visible waveform fills 90 of the Scaling graphs range Displays the acquisition time of the first scan currently displayed on the chart View Trigger Point Displays the trigger event Note Depending on the current acquisition parameters and chart display configuration the trigger point may or may not appear on the chart View Clicking on this control displays the list of all channels selected in the WaveView configuration menu A maximum of 8 channels may be displayed at one time with the remaining channels available through the scroll bar Magnitude Displays the magnitude of the signal at the point where the marker cross hair intersects K the waveform Moving the marker to different locations on the waveform changes the value of the displayed voltage Displays the point on the acquisition time line where the marker cross hair intersects the waveform This value changes as the marker is moved along the X axis time scale In addition to the above features of the Scope window there are status bars above and below the charts that display information about the timebase of the current display and the status of the current acquisition Status Indicates the current acquisition state of the WaveBook If there is no acquisition in progress the status is Idle Dur
79. does not apply to WavePort and is disabled Acquisition Data Packing Reduces the in memory size of sample data by 252 which makes transfers faster and raw data files smaller Calibration Wee dete packing WavePort should only be calibrated at the factory or by a factory authorized service representative Calibration Selects the calibration table used by your instrument i Factory Calibration Table Created when your instrument was calibrated at the Factory Leave the Calibration Radio Button selected to Factory Calibration Table Le cteni see figure at right The Calibration section Created by WavelCal the last time you calibrated your of Chapter 9 Maintenance Service and instrument Part Replacement contains additional information Acquisition Butter Size ae You can place a limit on the amount of memory used for Acquisition Buffer Size q acquisitions by setting a maximum acquisition buffer size Allows you to set a new buffer size for data acquisition The dialog displays the maximum size of the acquisition buffer The buffer is never sized larger than needed by the acquisition For a one channel 1000 scan acquisition the buffer will be 2000 bytes not the size shown in the dialog Cancel Memory Module Note The WaveView System Memory Module Option settings are only pertinent if a WBK30 Memory module option card is installed in your AWERSO Memon Module option card
80. e This column allows you to set the gain and polarity for the selected channel s Clicking the mouse in any of the analog channel Range boxes brings up the Select Range selection box The range of gains available in the selection box depends on the hardware installed in the system Double clicking on a channel s Range box will cycle through the available ranges The Range selections have no effect on the Digital Input channel Reference Note Ranges are presented in Chapter 10 Specifications 6 10 WaveView 09 29 00 WavePort Users Manual e Label This column contains a descriptive name for the input channel By default it contains a label that is similar to its channel number but this can be changed to any combination of 8 characters Click on the desired cell and type in the desired label name This column does not have a selection list above the spreadsheet and does not allow selecting multiple blocks of cells e Units This column allows you to change the voltage scale setting of each analog channel displayed when the Scope option is selected When a cell is selected a selection box gives you a choice between volts V or millivolts mV You can also enter user units and mX b scales from this point Making a selection sets the choice into the individual cell or block of cells This option has no effect on the Digital Input channel From the mX b dialog box you can enter values for m and b components of the equation that will b
81. e The low latency trigger is presented to a control and timing circuit for to start the acquisition after the trigger The TTL trigger is taken directly from the digital I O port e At every sample time WavePort s Digital Signal Processor reads from the scan sequence table and accordingly programs the Control and Timing Circuit for the next sample In regard to the next sample the Control and Timing Circuit selects the input channel PGA gain level shifter offset and the A D input source It also conveys this information to WBK10A based modules MODULE 1 and MODULE 2 and precisely controls the A D conversion timing e The Digital Signal Processor makes real time sample corrections using calibration information that is stored in an EEPROM e The digital I O port is read and written by the processor to transfer bytes of digital data The I O port may be used as a simple 8 bit input port or as a 32 address byte wide I O port e Acquisition data is sent from WAVEBOOK to the Notebook PC through a high speed EPP Enhanced Parallel Port The port makes use of a DB25 connector labeled TO COMPUTER PARALLEL PORT MODULE 1 and MODULE 2 Analog Expansion Modules Each WBK10A based expansion module provides 8 differential analog inputs The modules are typically equipped with a factory installed programmable gain instrumentation amplifier PGA When WavePort Vs are ordered the customer can specify that one of the following option cards be installed
82. e acquisition To read data from the WaveBook or Simulated Device select the Scope option from the View menu or the tool bar The WaveView Scope window will display Complete the acquisition setup as follows e Number of Charts First the Scope window should be configured to display 4 charts since 4 channels were previously selected for the acquisition Select the Number of Charts option from the Charts menu item When the flyout appears showing a selection of up to 8 channels for display click on 4 e Arm and Trigger The system is now set to start collecting data At this point you may acquire one acquisition or continuous acquisitions For this sample acquisition click the Arm button then click the Trigger button e Data Acquisition The system has now collected 1000 pre trigger scans and 5000 post trigger scans If desired you may modify the current Scope window display as follows e View additional channels up to 8 simultaneously by changing the entry in the Number of Charts menu e Change the channels viewed Use the channel select list box at the right of the waveforms to display waveforms of other active channels e To scale the waveforms click on the Scale All Charts button All 4 waveforms should then be visible e Examine the waveforms at any point along the timeline by using the horizontal scroll bar e Vary the number of scans displayed by using the Zoom In or Zoom Out buttons Biel x a WavevYiew Scope F
83. e amplitude between 5 V and E I Frequency ish a pulse width in the range of 100 ns and 800 ms Triggering Type Edge tf Rising f Falling Threshold D i Pulse Tigger Channeli Width 0 1 Is i Masmum C Minimum Trigger it the Pulse Trigger signal mses through the threshold value of OW and then crosses the threshold again within 0 1 seconds Threshold 1 peeaire errr rr E i Max Width Pulse Trigger Selected This option allows you to trigger on analog level pulses on either the Channel 1 input or the Pulse Trigger input This trigger type is similar to the Channel 1 Analog trigger but places an additional time based condition on the signal Depending on whether the pulse width is set as a minimum or a maximum the signal either must or must not cross the threshold again within the given amount of time The red horizontal line Threshold and blue vertical lines defining maximum width will vary according to the parameter settings You can specify either one or two thresholds for the level and width settings The number of labels matches the number of thresholds and the placement follows the polarity e For positive polarity the text is Rise Above Stay Below e For negative polarity the text is Fall Below and Stay Above Note When used as a maximum the pulse width setting can capture signal pulses As a minimum it is useful for ignoring pulses WavePort Us
84. e applied to the data There is also an entry field that allows you to enter a label for the new units that may result from the Slope Mi mX b calculation Offset Bk 0 Engineering Unita g Cancel e Auto Zero 32 Bit WaveView Only Auto zero is used to null out any DC offset that might be present in a channel WaveView nulls out the offsets of all channels set to Yes in the Auto Zero column providing the channels are enabled On the Me B formula used to calculate values in F Enter the slope M and offset B constants of VOUT engineernng Units The following options depend on your actual WaveBook configuration e LPF On WBK12 13 WBK14 WBK16 This column allows you to include or exclude the low pass filter from a channel When selecting a cell the selection box above the spreadsheet allows On or Bypass to enable or disable the filter or block of filters In WBK14 applications LPF On allows you to select an external filter Double clicking a cell in the LPF On column will cycle through the available options o LPF Cutoff WBK12 13 WBK14 WBK16 This column allows you to set the low pass filter cut off frequency for the selected channel s If you enter an inappropriate cut off frequency the software will round up or down to the next appropriate frequency for your particular hardware Since the WBK12 13 filters are assigned to banks setting one channel of a bank will also update the other
85. e button For example to choose the optional DIAdem GRAPH device if applicable Note Whenever you are told in this manual to activate click on or execute a feature device or object it means you should click on the appropriate symbol or object with the left mouse button Similarly double clicking and pressing a button refer to the eft mouse button The Module Bar When you select a device the Module bar another vertical bar appears to the right of the DIAdem Device bar Similar features and functions are arranged together in groups on this bar For the optional DIAdem GRAPH device this means that the symbols for individual graphic modules are found here axis system tables and background images to name a few For the optional DIAdem CALC device the mathematical formulas are grouped together on the module bar basic math functions and features for signal analysis and statistics Serre DIAdem 04 22 00 DliAdem The PC Workshop 7 15 Functions Part of Function bar for 2D axis systems in DIAdem GRAPH When a group symbol is activated the corresponding Function bar opens up horizontally Executable functions are for example choosing an axis system and tables in the optional DIAdem GRAPH device or choosing mathematical functions in the optional DIAdem CALC device If you have the optional DIAdem GRAPH device choose one of the various 2D axis systems in by clicking on the corresponding symbol in
86. e excitation source includes a sine random waveform generator a programmable gain amplifier PGA a DC level DAC and a phase lock loop The phase lock loop synthesizes the frequency of a fixed amplitude sine wave and controls the bandwidth of the random signals The PGA conditions the signal amplitude to a value between 0 V to 5 V peak The DC level of the signal is varied independently of signal amplitude by a software controlled DAC from 5 V to 5 V The DC level of the excitation signal can be used to balance static loads while the AC signal provides the dynamic excitation MODULE I and MODULE 2 provide constant current to bias ICP transducers Two current levels 2 mA or 4 mA with voltage compliance of 27 V can be selected via software The bias current is sourced through the center conductor of a coaxial lead and returns to the dynamic signal MODULE by way of the outer conductor The output impedance is larger than 1 MQ and presents virtually no loading effect on the transducer s output For applications that do not require bias the current source can be removed from the BNC input by opening a relay contact The Dynamic Signal MODULE s current sources are applied to or removed from the input in channel groups of two For MODULE 1 these are CH1 1 CH1 2 CH1 3 CH1 4 CH1 5 CH1 6 and CH1 7 CH1 8 For MODULE 2 these are CH2 1 CH2 2 CH2 3 CH2 4 CH2 5 CH2 6 and CH2 7 CH2 8 High Pass Filter for MOD
87. e option 04 19 00 DlAdem VIEW Viewing Measuring amp Editing Data 7 35 Note 7 36 DlAdem VIEW Viewing Measuring amp Editing Data 04 19 00 DIAdem Troubleshooting 8 Electrostatic Discharge ESD Handling Notice 8 1 ReadMe Files and the Install CD ROM 8 1 Driver Support 8 2 Connection Problems 8 2 32 Bit WaveView Issues 8 2 Windows NT V3 57 8 3 Windows 95 98 2000 Problems 8 3 Resource Settings 8 3 Parallel Port Setup 8 3 Customer Assistance 8 5 Electrostatic Discharge ESD Handling Notice ron The discharge of static electricity can damage some electronic components Semiconductor devices are especially susceptible to ESD damage You should always handle components carefully and you should never touch connector pins or circuit components unless you are following ESD guidelines in an appropriate ESD controlled area Such guidelines include the use of properly grounded mats and wrist straps ESD bags and cartons and related procedures ReadMe Files and the Install CD ROM The Install CD ROM includes ReadMe Files These files often contain late breaking information that may not appear in the user documentation During installation you should review the ReadMe files when prompted to by the program The Install CD ROM also includes e WaveBook Windows NT driver e WaveBook Windows 95 98 2000 driver e DaqxX DLL 32 bit API for WaveBook Micro
88. e to Using the Daq Configuration Applet The Dag Configuration applet designed for 32 bit Windows 9x 2000 NT systems is located in the Windows Control Panel It allows you to add or remove a device and change configuration settings The included test utility provides feedback on the validity of current configuration settings as well as performance summaries Device Inventory Dialog Box Run the applet by double clicking on the Daq Configuration icon in the Windows Control Panel The Device Inventory dialog box will open displaying all currently configured devices Displayed devices show their name and an icon to identify the device type If no devices are currently configured no devices will appear in this field The four buttons across the bottom of the dialog box are used as follows e Properties Current configuration settings for a device can be changed by first bringing up the corresponding Properties dialog box Open the Properties dialog box by double clicking on the device icon or selecting the device and then clicking on the Properties button e Add Device The Add Device button is zu Dag Configuration used to add a device configuration whenever a new device is added to the system Failure to perform this step will Computer prevent applications from properly A E accessing the device Clicking on the Add select Device Type Device button will open the Select Device Device Inventory Type dialog box Device Type E Eook 100
89. eadme file II The first sub directory layer serves to organize the remaining files ADDINFO DEMO LIBR SYMBOLS and USER You will find all the practice examples from the manual and the patterns example in the DEMO directory These can be used whenever you start the program The library directory LIBR contains all the examples and demos which can be started from Help you choose during installation whether to install these Neither the demo files nor the Libr files should be changed by individual users Instead personal copies which can be changed should be stored in a personal directory for example USER1 etc This is especially important when you run DIAdem on a network The LIBR SYMBOLS and ADDINFO sub directories contain systems files necessary for DIAdem They should never be changed The user path can be changed using the Autosequence ChDir which is connected to the twelfth function symbol This applies globally i e the same for all the DIAdem devices 7 20 DlAdem The PC Workshop 04 22 00 DiAdem III The individual files are located on the second sub directory layer each in the appropriate directory AUT Autosequences aut compiled Autosequences auc list files Ist variable definitions vas user dialogs cod DAC Block diagrams dac sub block diagrams sub control file atr message file asc DAT Data header file dat data file r48 u a GRA Picture definition
90. earming but allows the current acquisition to complete Pressing Stop Acquiring ends the current acquisition immediately Close Direct to Disk Closes the Direct To Disk display and returns to the Configuration menu 6 22 WaveView 09 29 00 WavePort Users Manual DiAdem 7 DIAdem is owned and registered by GfS Systemtechnik GmbH amp Co KG Preface 7 2 DiAdem Quick Start 7 3 Installing DiAdem 7 3 Launching DiAdem from an Acquisition Program Using DilAdem with ChartView 7 5 Where to go from here 7 9 DIAdem VIEW Help Files 7 9 Examples Help Files 7 10 DiAdem the PC Workshop 7 13 The Overall Design 7 13 Context Menus and Tool Tips The DlAdem Devices 7 15 The Module Bar 7 15 Functions 7 16 The Working Area 7 16 Dialog Boxes 7 16 Default Settings for Functions 7 17 Commands 7 17 Menus 7 18 DiAdem Help 7 18 Tool tips 7 18 Dialog Box Help 7 18 Help Menu 7 18 Active Help Demos and Examples 7 19 Options 7 19 Desktop Settings 7 19 The Device Specific Settings 7 20 Directory Structure 7 20 Saving and Loading Settings 7 21 DiAdem DATA Loading and Saving Data 7 23 The Data Area 7 23 Copying Pasting and Deleting Data Channels Saving and Opening Data Sets 7 26 DiAdem VIEW Viewing Measuring amp Edi
91. el Channel name Channel Name Channel length f Length sd Channel comment Comment Up Move Downl entry Vanable Channel length Format ld Title Length Help Data Resources Data may originate from various sources In the illustration above various symbols and descriptions represent the origin type of data in the column under T Type Data which has been input read in calculated and measured or is free Free channels do not yet contain any data Channel lengths and Data in DIAdem is organized into channels A data set may contain several data channels number of channels which may be of unequal length Each individual channel represents a series of logically connected independent numbers The maximum channel length and the maximum number of channels are practically unlimited since up to 2 billion values are possible The resulting data matrix is dynamically adjusted to the current data stock If more channels arise than were preset DIAdem extends the data matrix accordingly The channel length is also dynamically extended to the actual number of values The channel length and the number with which DIAdem is to be started is specified in the Options menu at the DIAdem main level i e if none of the DIAdem devices are open in the menu point Memory organization Data area As this involves a complete reorganization of memory these alterations do not become effective until the
92. ement Note During an acquisition this field displays the path of the file that will be created at the end of the acquisition With auto increment enabled as soon as the acquisition has ended the field is updated to display the name of the next data file that will be created not the name of the file just created In the following sections menu functions are explained in order of the menu structure Note that not all menu items have a corresponding toolbar button Acquire Direct to Disk Pull down Menu Arms the WaveBook to acquire data Data acquisition will commence as soon as the triggering conditions are satisfied Issues a Software Trigger to the WaveBook Whenever the WaveBook is armed and waiting for a trigger you can take this action to force data acquisition to start Stop Acquiring Ends the current acquisition immediately All data collected prior to this action will be retained in memory and displayed in the chart control If auto rearm is enabled this action stops the rearming as well Auto Rearm When enabled the WaveBook is automatically re armed whenever an acquisition ends When this feature is used in conjunction with the Auto Increment feature you can create a series of acquisition files with no user intervention Once armed the WaveBook will continue to wait for triggers and acquire data unattended until the desired number of acquisitions has been done Stop Rearming With auto rearm enabled this action stops auto r
93. ence 4 7 Basic Operation WavePort V units integrate WaveBook 516 architecture In addition the V16 unit includes a WBK10A based analog input module and V24 units include two WBK10A based analog input modules The architecture includes buffered input for all channels individual instrumentation amp channel per channel programmable gain and an anti aliasing filter The operational description is presented separately for both the WAVEBOOK Module and the WBK10A based module s WAVEBOOK Module Operation WavePort V WAVEBOOK Modules include 8 signal input channel BNCs CH1 through CH8 Each of these BNCs allows for two differential signals e Both signals are buffered and applied to a differential amplifier e The output of each differential amplifier is applied to a low pass filter e The signals are switched via multiplexer to a programmable gain amplifier e The amplified signals are level shifted to the specified range Note that unipolar offset for sampling signals that are always positive and bipolar offset for signals that may be positive or negative are available e The signal is switched over to the A D converter The converter digitizes the signal tol6 bits in 1 ws e The digitized value is conditioned to compensate for gain and offset errors e The conditioned signal is held in a FIFO data buffer until the PC reads the data An internal processor checks WAVEBOOK channel 1 to determine if a valid trigger event has occurred
94. ength of cable is a function of both the cable capacitance and the ratio of the maximum peak signal voltage to the current available from the constant current source i Frequency Response to 5 of Maximum Output Signal Amplitude A CRER 2 185 kHz 37 kHz Where K f Maximum frequency in Hz f _ K 3 45 x10 Kis the scale factor to convert Farads to picoFarads and Amperes to milliAmperes and a factor to allow cable capacitance to charge to 95 of the final charge Iec Ib C Cable capacitance in picoFarads V Maximum peak measured voltage from sensor in volts Icc Constant current from current source in mA Ib Current required to bias the internal electronics typically 1 mA WBK14 Specifications Specifications are provided in Chapter 11 A 4 04 06 00 Using Accelerometers Appendix B WBK20A PCMCIA Option Setup Notes B Instead of using the supplied CA 35 2 enhanced parallel port EPP cable to connect WavePort to the Notebook PC you can connect your WavePort to the Notebook with a WBK20A PCMCIA Interface Card Reference Note WBK20A is shipped with a PC Card to Parallel Port Adapters User s Manual Refer to that document for installation details Card Inserts into a Type Il PC Card Socket AA on the Host PC Spring Clip Locks Cable to Card Connecter Mates with VWavePort s DB25 Connector Labeled To Computer Parallel Port To link a WavePort to a Notebook using a WBK20A
95. ent Parts or Service 9 4 WARNING The Notebook Power receptacle is LIVE whenever WavePort is plugged into a live AC power source The Module Power Switch can not be used to turn this receptacle Off WavePort contains no user serviceable components Do not remove WavePort s cover plate Lethal voltages are present which could cause serious injury or death General Maintenance WavePort should be treated much like other high tech equipment In general e Keep WavePort clear of harsh chemicals and abrasive elements e Avoid exposing the unit to extreme heat such as setting next to a boiler or furnace e Avoid extreme shock and vibration e Avoid subjecting the air intake and exhaust vents to liquids and extremely fine air particulate such as silica dust A common sense approach to handling WavePort will go a long way in regard to protecting your unit from inadvertent damage You can clean WavePort s case and cover plate with Isopropyl Alcohol Rubbing Alcohol and lint free rags These items are typically available at general stores Isopropyl Alcohol Lint Free Rags You can use rubbing alcohol and lint free rags to clean WavePort s case and cover plate WavePort User s Manual 05 26 00 Maintenance Service and Part Replacement 9 1 Fan Filter Cleaning and Replacement To Clean the Filter Media l 2 3 4 5 6 Turn WavePort OFF and unplug the unit Remove the four screws fr
96. enu select Data Conversion Preferences to choose the desired file formats Note that the application for viewing file data is selected by default The following window is displayed qa File Converter Preferences File Format Data File Ext Header File Subdirectoy l DlAdem R32 DAT DO lAdern H ASCH Text Spreadsheet THT Tst ASCII 4 DADISP DAT HEL SDADISP 4 DASYLab DOF DOF DASYLab E MATLAB MAT DSC Matlab E Postyiew IOT IO Poshyview E Srap Master SMA DAT 5M E reserved 1 F32 T Floati2 reserved 2 T s T Txt Tert x Delete the source data file when done converting No Overnaite existing fles when converting data Ask Cancel Check any box to set the file conversion options that WaveView will apply automatically to acquired data WaveView s Convert Data Files option of the File menu allows you to run the File Converter on previously acquired data A dialog box is displayed for you to select files from en Select File s To Convert Look ir fy bin BBR Bee Modified RW BK bin 16KB Binary D 2 28 2000 4 20 10 PM Source File s WBK bin Formats Target Directory Je program fles dage applications Data files are placed in format speciic subdirectones of the target directory Browse Exit During the conversion a Converting File box shows an animated completion bar the format of the source and target files and the file paths of the source and target
97. epicted for the PE16 represented in the above figure The WavePort V series V8 V16 V24 BNC connectors and signal channels are discussed in chapters 2 and 4 Your order was carefully inspected prior to shipment When you receive your order carefully unpack all items from the shipping carton and check for physical signs of damage that may have occurred during shipment Promptly report any damage to the shipping agent and the factory Retain all shipping materials in case the unit needs returned If you ordered any accessories e g the WBK20A option check the package to ensure the additional items are included Report any problems to your sales agent At this point in time do not be concerned with the purpose of each item that was included with your shipment Chapter 3 System Setup identifies the role of each item when the purpose is not obvious WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 Unpacking 1 1 Note 1 2 Unpacking 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual An Introduction to WavePorts 2 What are WavePorts 2 1 What Types of I O Signals Apply 7 2 2 What are WavePorts WavePorts are high speed portable data acquisition systems housed in a rugged case At present there are two distinct WavePort product lines these are the WavePort PE piezoelectric and WavePort V voltage models WavePort PE devices are pre configured to measure voltages and transducer excitation through BNC connectors and are ideal for applications
98. er s Manual 09 29 00 Hardware and Operation Reference 4 13 Digital Pattern Trigger This type of trigger is useful when trying to capture noise vibrations or some other physical disturbance that occurs at a particular point in a digitally sequenced process such as a relay logic control system When Digital Pattern is selected as the Triggering Type the 16 bit pattern extension appears as indicated in the following figure The Condition box allows the following choices Equal To Not Equal To lt gt These options treat each digital line as a separate input to be compared to logical 1 or 0 Selecting Equal To triggers only on the exact pattern of 1 s and 0 s selected while Not Equal triggers on all others You can also set any of the inputs to don t care X which excludes it from the comparison Greater Than gt Less Than lt These options interpret the digital inputs as a single 16 bit value and allow a threshold trigger Acquisition Configuration Duration Rate intemal External Cos Pre T rigger 0 scans Post T rigger 4000 scans Convention Scans Frequency Triggering Type Digital Pattern k Condition JE qual To eaen PEPE REER bebe Beee All O s All 1 s All s s Dont cares Acquisition Configuration Dialog Box with Digital Pattern Extensions Note The top row contains a button labeled External for enabling the External
99. er Input DIN5 connector on WavePort s cover plate Connect the other end of the cable to a 12 to 30 VDC source such as an automotive electrical system After the power cord is properly connected turn WavePort s Module Power Switch On Note that a CA 198 cable can be used to link a WavePort to a vehicle battery via a connection from WavePort s DINS connector to the vehicle s cigarette lighter From Internal Sealed Gel Pack Batteries When the Module Power Switch is On internal gel pack batteries will supply power to modules if insufficient power is available from an AC or other another DC source Fully charged batteries will provide approximately 30 minutes of operation 4 16 Hardware and Operation Reference 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual WavePort s self contained power module can power the unit in portable or in vehicle UPS applications both 12 and 24 Volt DC systems The power module provides clean and uninterrupted operating power for reliable data acquisition in a vehicle This can be Before and during connection to the vehicle Prior to engine generator start During engine start up battery sag due to the high current demand of starter motor and solenoid After engine turn off When and after disconnecting from the vehicle The power module contains two rechargeable gel pack batteries associated charging circuits and current indicators The charging process is relatively fast and extreme temperature
100. eration Reference 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Signal Aspects WavePort PE16 WavePort PE16 can measure up to eight channels of voltages within 10V and up to 16 channels of ICP transducer excitation WavePort PE16 receives its channel input signals through three columns of eight BNC connectors 24 channel inputs total The columns are labeled MODULE 2 MODULE 1 and WAVEBOOK In addition to the channel input BNCs WAVEBOOK contains a BNC for PULSE Trigger Input and the two MODULE s include BNCs for filter clock input FILTER CLK IN and EXCITATION SOURCE OUT see following figure The signal panel includes a DB25 connector for DIGITAL I O EXT CLOCK external clock and TTL TRIGGER Connection nodes for CHASSIS ground and ANALOG COMMON are also provided Module 1 and Module 2 Dynamic Signal Conditioning CH1 1 through CH1 8 and CH2 1 through CH2 8 respectively WaveBook Analog Inputs CH1 through CH8 Analog Inputs via BNC Connectors e 16 bit resolution e Software selectable for unipolar or bipolar operation e Unipolar Ranges e Gain Ranges x1 2 5 10 20 50 100 and 200 e Input Ranges 5V 2 5V IV 0 to 10V 500 mV 250 mV 0 to 4V 100 mV 50 mV 0 to 2V and 25 mV peak e Bipolar Ranges ELOV I V2 V5 21V AC Coupled Only e Maximum Overvoltage 30 VDC BNC shells are analog common DC Coupled Only Fully Differential See Chapter 6 WaveView and Chapter 10 Specifications for additional inf
101. evel of lt 0 8V and logical 1 is defined as 2 4 5V Unipolar A range of analog signals between zero and some positive value e g 0 to 10 V WavePort User s Manual 04 28 00 Glossary xiij xiv Glossary 04 28 00 WavePort User s Manual
102. experiencing Radio Frequency Interference RFI see following note If WavePort experiences Radio Frequency Interference RFI you should a connect the WavePort CHASSIS to ground and b connect the cable shields of the channel inputs to CHASSIS ground DB25F Digital I O External Clock TTL Trigger Connection The following signals are present on WavePort s DB25F 25 pin female connector labeled Digital I O External Clock and aX TTL Trigger 25 f 13 TTLTRG a s4 Ho ajf 12 D15 e 16 High Speed Digital I O Lines DO through D15 15 voe 23 440 f 11 D14 e TTL Trigger Input TTLTRG 15 VDC 22 l i ge EN e 15 V pin 23 15 V pin 22 50 mA max each EEEREN A DE 8 D6 or WR e two 5 V pin 19 and pin 21 250 mA max total 5 V 19 D T D5 or RD e External Clock pin 20 Not Connected 18 i o _ ae ie e two Digital Grounds pins 24 and 25 aa _ so 4 D2 or A2 To sample just 16 digital input signals connect them directly to ge a i LL af a a the digital I O data lines D15 is the most significant bit and DO 1 D8 is the least boy The following figure depicts the DB25F connector located on Pinout for 16 Bit Mode WavePort s cover plate and the optional CA 178 cable The cable option is intended for External Clock and TTL External Digital I O Connections WaveBook 516 Trigger applications Both are discussed shortly DO D15 High Speed Di
103. fferential amplifier is applied to a low pass filter e The signals are switched via multiplexer to a programmable gain amplifier e The amplified signals are level shifted to the specified range Note that unipolar offset for sampling signals that are always positive and bipolar offset for signals that may be positive or negative are available e The signal is switched over to the A D converter The converter digitizes the signal tol6 bits in 1 us e The digitized value is conditioned to compensate for gain and offset errors e The conditioned signal is held in a FIFO data buffer until the PC reads the data An internal processor checks WAVEBOOK channel 1 to determine if a valid trigger event has occurred e The low latency trigger is presented to a control and timing circuit for to start the acquisition after the trigger The TTL trigger is taken directly from the digital I O port e At every sample time WavePort s Digital Signal Processor reads from the scan sequence table and accordingly programs the Control and Timing Circuit for the next sample In regard to the next sample the Control and Timing Circuit selects the input channel PGA gain level shifter offset and the A D input source It also conveys this information to dynamic signal modules MODULE 1 and MODULE 2 and precisely controls the A D conversion timing e The Digital Signal Processor makes real time sample corrections using calibration information that is stored in a
104. g In general lead acid batteries and comparable gel pack batteries require charging at 120 of drain energy e g the 4 A hr power module requires a charge equal to or greater than 5 A hr Charging times vary but times of 4 to 5 hours are typical for a battery that is fully discharged at the time a charge commences If WavePort s modules are powered on then the charge rate is reduce and a charge time of approximately 15 hours will be required to return the power module s batteries to a full charge state Follows these simple steps to ensure the best charge possible 1 Turn the WavePort s Module Power Switch to OFF 2 Ensure WavePort is connected to a suitable AC line power source Note that the unit will accept AC power in the voltage range of 90 to 260 VAC and within the frequency range of 50 400 Hz 3 Allow the charge to run until the BATTERY indicator LED goes out The BATTERY indicator will be lit solid while the batteries are being fast charged at the 0 2 amp cell rate To ensure the best charge possible always use the AC line power to charge WavePort s batteries CAUTION A DC Voltage applied to WavePort must not exceed 30 VDC Fuse Replacement If there is no power available at WavePort s Notebook Power receptacle and WavePort is plugged in to a live 100 to 240 VAC Power Source it is likely that the AC in line fuse has blown You can replace the fuse as follows Fuse 2 Amp Spare Type T 250 V
105. ge difference between two signals that are referenced to a common point Example Signal 1 is 5 VDC referenced to common Signal 2 is 6 VDC referenced to common If the 5 VDC signal is used as the reference the differential mode voltage 1s 1 VDC 6 VDC 5 VDC 1VDC If the 6 VDC signal is used as the reference the differential mode voltage is 1 VDC 5 VDC 6 VDC 1 VDC ESD Electrostatic discharge ESD is the transfer of an electrostatic charge between bodies having different electrostatic potentials This transfer occurs during direct contact of the bodies or when induced by an electrostatic field ESD energy can damage an integrated circuit IC Excitation Some transducers e g strain gages thermistors and resistance temperature detectors RTDs require a known voltage or current input in order for the sensor to operate This known input is called the Excitation Gain The degree to which a signal is amplified or attenuated to allow greater accuracy and resolution can be expressed as Xn or dB Isolation The arrangement or operation of a circuit so that signals from another circuit or device do not affect the isolated circuit In reference to WavePort isolation usually refers to a separation of the direct link between the signal source and the analog to digital converter ADC Isolation is necessary when measuring high common mode voltage Linearization Some transducers produce a voltage in linear prop
106. ging Time 5 hours to maximum charge operating from AC input modules off Battery Backup Life 30 minutes Vibration Tested to MIL Std 810E Category 1 and 10 Dimensions 470mm wide X 369mm deep X 191 mm high 18 5 X 14 5 X 7 5 Weight 15kg 33 lbs Included Accessories and Software Software WaveView DlAdem View DOS and Windows Drivers LabView Drivers Hardware CA 1 EC Power Cable CA 198 5 pin DIN to vehicle cigarette lighter power cable 10ft 3 048 m CA 35 2 Parallel Port Cable HA 192 Accessory Pouch 48 1 2m of ST 5 6 Tape Adhesive Foam Seal 2 10 0 254m of ST 27 Dual Lock Fastener with Adhesive Optional Accessories Software DasyLab Hardware WBK30 Memory options consult factory CA 178 DB25 to external clock BNC WBK20A PCMCIA Card Cable CA 150 1 Single Male BNC to Male BNC CE Compliant cable CA 150 8 Eight Male BNC to Male BNC CE Compliant cables Spare Filter media for fan Qty 1 WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 Specifications 10 3 WavePort V Specifications lOtech Option Function Internal External WBK11A 8 Channel Simultaneous Sample and Hold Internal WBK12A 8 Channel Programmable Low pass Filter Internal WBK13A 8 Channel Programmable Low pass Filter with Internal Simultaneous Sample and Hold WBK61 62 High Voltage Adapters and Probes External This section provides Analog Specifications Applicable to WavePort V8 WaveBook 8 channels total WavePort V16 WaveBook with one expansi
107. gital I O data lines TTLTRG TTL trigger input External Clock 16 bit mode read write strobe 5 VDC 250 mA maximum 15 15 VDC 50 mA maximum each Digital Grounds Pins 24 and25 BNC Connects to External Clock BNC eZ Connects A a TTL External Trigger DB25 lt On WavePort Cover Plate 911 DIGITAL 1 0 gS EXT CLOCK BSI TTL TRIGGER DB 25 Connector Connects to the Digital I O External Clock TTL Trigger DB25 Connector on WavePort s Cover Plate Optional Clock and External Trigger Cable CA 178 WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 Hardware and Operation Reference 4 11 Programmable Features Channels can be configured through your own custom programs or through the included out of the box WaveView software WaveView includes a Channel Configuration screen following figure that allows you to turn channels ON or OFF select channel ranges change channel labels and select engineering units Reference Note Chapter 6 WaveView contains more detailed information Individuals who write their own programs should refer to the readme txt file on the install CD ROM regarding the location of API reference material including program examples ff W awe iew wAWEVIEW_CFG Simulated Device Fille Edit Wiew System Help Channel Configuration Select Range gt E ho 2 OY lt a OFF Dig 1 o 1 n 2 Oto 2 OM chan 1 We o 2 On 1 0 to 1 07 chan 2 Ww On Oto 4 0K chan 3 Ww OFF 10 0 to 10 07
108. gram will inform you when to insert a License Disk password and user name O DIAdem Licensed Version Customized Allows you to specify the installed software components for licensed DIAdem O DIAdem Licensed Version Minimized Installs only the program files for Licensed DIAdem There are no quick view or help files installed O DIAdem Licensed Version Standard Installs program quick view and documentation files for a DIAdem licensed version If you purchased a licensed version of DIAdem a license disk and password were included in your order The DIAdem install program will inform you when to insert the License Disk and when to enter your license password and user name 3 Click lt Next gt after making your selection from step 2 DIAdem 09 00 DIAdem Quick Start Guide 7 3 4 Select Options and Click lt Finish gt Just before the setup is complete you will see the following two option check boxes e Display the latest information now This box is checked by default Leaving the boxed checked brings up the readme file contents listed below We recommend that you leave this box checked e Start the program now Launches the DiAdem program for immediate use After selecting one both or neither option click lt Finish gt to complete the setup Readme File Contents Readme file contents are subject to change File categories are typically as follows Getting Started Updates t
109. h the actual data file usually with the extension R32 and the associated header file with the extension DAT The header file contains all the information required to open the numeric data files The header file contains not only the general data set description but also all the information required to read in the single channels of the data file s The data file contains the numeric data saved in one or more channels k The whole data area is emptied with the empty page symbol in the tool bar In the following the example file Data dat should be loaded from the hard disk because this Delete all data data is used in the following chapters of the manual Click on the Open symbol in the Tool bar Choose the file data dat which has the demo path r diadem demo dat Confirm your selection with OK O data fil pen new qata We The newly opened DIAdem data channels now appear in the overview They are thus available in the Data area to be used by other DIAdem devices Note The last path from which a data file was loaded is used as a new user path in DIAdem DATA for the current session New Apart from DIAdem data files other external data can be imported using the File menu The a user can extend the list of available file formats by including appropriate GPI file import export Save filters Information about these filters can be requested in the Options External file type info Save
110. he zoom on for this axis The graph segment delineated by the band cursor now fills up the entire axis system DiAdem VIEW olx Re File View Cursor Options Window x DB AA AY RA l al E BMA 15714 L 1 speed mis 5272775 236994 z765 o x1 2836994 y1 pooo x2 3854802 y2 pooo dy ti If several graphs are defined in the same axis system graph segments that are contained within the band cursor will be equally magnified Note that you can zoom in on segments recursively thus inspecting smaller and smaller graph segments After you turn off the zoom the original graph is displayed no matter how many times you have zoomed in The frame cursor is used in the same manner as the band cursor In addition to horizontal lines it provides vertical definition 04 19 00 DIAdem VIEW Viewing Measuring amp Editing Data 7 33 Scrolling Through Graph Segments a Turning on scrolling Scrolling through a segment in the lower right hand axis system a Scrolling off While the zoom feature allows you to examine individual enlarged graph segments statically the scroll feature allows you to move along the enlarged graph It is as if the graph were scrolled along under a magnifying glass Using the graph symbol copy the red graph into the lower right hand axis system If no band cursor is active choose one Widen the segment width as needed Then activate scrolling in the axis s
111. ice and Part Replacement 05 26 00 WavePort User s Manual WARNING The Notebook Power receptacle is LIVE whenever WavePort is plugged into a live AC power source The Module Power Switch can not be used to turn this receptacle Off WavePort contains no user serviceable components Do not remove WavePort s cover plate Lethal voltages are present which could cause serious injury or death Remember that WavePort contains no user serviceable components Contact your service representative in regard to obtaining service You can reach Otech by one of the following means Phone 440 439 4091 Fax 440 439 4093 E mail Product Information Sales sales iotech com E mail Technical Support productsupport iotech com Internet http www iotech com Mail 1Otech Inc e 25971 Cannon Road e Cleveland Ohio 44146 1833 WavePort User s Manual 05 26 00 Maintenance Service and Part Replacement 9 5 Note 9 6 Maintenance Service and Part Replacement 05 26 00 WavePort User s Manual WavePort PE and WavePort V Specifications 10 WavePort PE Specifications 10 1 WavePort V Specifications 10 4 Note Specifications are subject to change without notice WavePort PE Specifications Analog Specifications All analog specifications are one year 18 28 C unless otherwise noted Voltage Inputs Channels 1 8 WaveBook Module Channels 8 differential Input Connector BNC center conductor is Channel Hi
112. ile Acquire Charts All a i STOP ide Status WaveView Scope Window Item Description Item Description 1 Save 7 Stop Rearming 2 Print Window 8 Zoom In 3 Arm 9 Zoom Out 4 Trigger 10 Scale All Charts 5 Stop Acquiring 11 Toggle Cross Hairs 6 Auto Rearm 12 Toggle Grids 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Store Data and View File Data Option Data to be viewed with the post acquisition data viewer must be in the appropriate binary format From WaveView you can select the format by navigating as follows WaveView Main Window gt File gt Data Conversion Preferences and check the appropriate box Save collected data to disk by clicking on the Save button floppy disk or left most button of the WaveView Scope window and then giving the file a name Note that you can analyze the saved data with DIAdem a post acquisition data viewer program To open DIAdem return to the WaveView Configuration main window then click on the View File Data toolbar button button 10 in the following figure Reference Note For detailed information regarding DIAdem refer to Chapter 7 WaveView Configuration Main Window The following figure shows a sample of the WaveView Configuration main window Me Wave iew WAVEVIEW_CFG Simulated Device Mis x File Edit View System Help jor aforr 096A EGE OF H id Fi om muti Bg F annel Configuration Channel On gt READINGS SIMUL
113. in place of the standard PGA card WBK11A WBK12A or WBK13A Each of these options is discussed shortly Note 1 The standard WBK10A based module comes with a pre installed PGA card however WavePort orders can specify that the module is to have a WBK11A WBK12A or WBK13A option card in place of the PGA card Note 2 Refer to chapter 10 for specifications Hardware Setup Configuration The analog input channel numbers are determined by the order WavePort Module Channel V8 V16 V24 WaveBook O dig I O V8 V16 V24 WaveBook CH1 8 of connection among the WaveBook module and the WBK10A based modules Module 1 and Module 2 as W416 and Nod oaet tegne applicable CH1 8 e Channel 0 is the WaveBook module s 8 bit digital I O port V24 only Module 2 CH2 1 to e Channels through 8 are the WaveBook s main channels CH2 8 e Channels 9 through 16 CH1 1 through CH1 8 are located on the WBK10A based Module 1 not applicable to V8 units e Channels 17 24 CH2 1 through CH2 8 are located on the WBK10A based Module 2 not applicable to V8 or V16 units 4 8 Hardware and Operation Reference 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Signal Aspects WavePort V WavePort V24 can measure up to 24 channels of voltages within 10V The V8 and V16 version WavePorts measure up to 8 and 16 channels respectively WavePort V24 receives its channel input signals through three columns of eight BNC connectors 24 channel inputs total The co
114. individuals who want to develop their own custom applications using e C C e Visual Basic e Delphi The CD includes program examples and a Programmer s Manual p n 1008 0901 in PDF format The Programmer s Manual automatically installs during software installation for WaveBook Support and will be located in the directory you chose to install the WaveBook Support programs Note that you will need to use Adobe Acrobat Reader version 3 0 or later to view or print the manual We have included a copy of the reader on the CD 5 2 Software An Introduction 04 19 00 WavePort Users Manual WaveView Software Setup Notice for WavePort 6 1 Introduction 6 2 Software Startup amp Sample Acquisition Startup WaveView 6 2 Configure Channels 6 4 Configure Acquisition 6 5 Collect Data 6 6 Store Data and View File Data Option WaveView Configuration Main Window Menu Items amp Buttons 6 7 File 6 8 Edit 6 8 View 6 8 System 6 9 Input Channel Configuration 6 10 Software Setup Notice for WavePort Data Conversion 6 12 Acquisition Configuration 6 13 General Information 6 13 Trigger Types 6 14 External Clock and Counter Timer 6 15 Digital Pattern Trigger 6 16 Pulse Trigger 6 17 WaveView Scope Window 6 18 Menu Items amp Buttons 6 19 File 6 19 Acquire 6 19 Charts 6 19 S
115. ing an acquisition the status steps through all or part of the following sequence Configuring Waiting For Trigger Triggered Transferring Graphing and then back to Idle Scans During an acquisition this field displays the current transfer count Afterwards it is the total scans in the previous acquisition A percent complete value is shown to the right of the scan count After an acquisition this normally reads 100 Activity Indicator During an acquisition a small window appears next to the status field that shows an animated sine wave This indicator is active whenever the acquisition status is not Idle Scans in View The number of scans displayed across the X axis Pre trigger Timebase The pre trigger timebase in time units per division This field is blank when no pre trigger data is currently on the chart Post trigger Timebase The post trigger timebase in time units per division This field is blank when no post trigger data is currently on the chart 09 29 00 WavePort Users Manual WavevView Direct To Disk Window WavreView Direct To Disk Acquire Piel Es Scars 000 100 complete Data File Name WBK Data File Path c program files daqeapplications Status Idle Browse 4 C Program Files 0aq 4pplications hin _ Dl dem Auto Increment Filename Shark 0 End 94 eget Eurent nder Next Data File C Program File
116. ion has fewer toolbar buttons and exhibits minor screen differences Startup WaveView Start WaveView by double clicking on its icon WaveView holds user configured parameters that can be saved to disk The default configuration filename is WAVEVIEW CFG When WaveView starts up it searches the working directory for this configuration file One of the following 5 situations will occur e If the default configuration file is found all the required setup information is extracted from it and the application s main window opens e If the default configuration file is not found WaveView attempts to connect with WaveBook using the following default parameters Printer Port LPT1 Interrupt Level 7 and 4 bit Standard Protocol If this fails the program tries LPT2 and Interrupt Level 5 e If connection is established WaveView s main window opens 6 2 WaveView 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual e If the above fail a dialog box appears providing you with certain options These are Retry Select Device Load File and Exit See following figure WavreView StartUp Cannot make connection to the device ey Select Device Load File E sit WaveView StartUp Box Reference Note Refer to page 8 2 of the Troubleshooting Chapter for advice regarding connection problems o Ifno user configuration file is found or if no communication established a dialog box prompts you to choose an actual WaveBook from the device invent
117. jection is performed by an 8 pole Butterworth filter This filter 1s implemented with a switch capacitor network driven by a programmable clock Each channel has an independent clock that determines the filter s 3dB cut off frequency The switch capacitor filter provides no attenuation at the clock frequency hence the need for the continuous time low pass filter Note The Low Pass Anti Aliasing Filter can be bypassed to process signals with a bandwidth higher than 100 kHz FILTER CLK IN MODULE 1 and MODULE 2 each have a BNC labeled FILTER CLK IN Filter Clock In These BNC connectors provide a path to externally control the cut off frequency of the Low Pass Anti Aliasing Filter The input waveform can be TTL or sinusoidal with an amplitude peak of at least 500 mV In this External Clock mode cut off frequency is set to the input frequency divided by 50 Simultaneous Sample and Hold for MODULES 1 amp 2 All MODULE 1 and MODULE 2 channels are sampled simultaneously after which the WAVEBOOK Module measures each output at 1 us channel until all channels are digitized The time skew between sampling on all channels is 150 ns When a Dynamic Signal MODULE s SSH channel is enabled the per channel sample rates are reduced The rate reduction is the same as that which would occur if another channel were added The per channel rate with SSH enabled is 1 MHz nt where n is the number of active channels 4 4 Hardware and Op
118. k access to the following help topics Examples and Demos Ere How to use DlAdem Ea Applications E Templates How to use DlAdem E oaan rocessing and calculating data EE wing Data EIE pate Calculation i Create Fresentation Graphics ife Creating Block Diagrams Measurement and Visualization i Creating Autosequences and Starin DIAdem 09 00 DIAdem Quick Start Guide 7 11 Note 7 12 DlAdem Quick Start Guide 09 00 DIAdem DiAdem the PC Workshop E Symbolic interface The Overall Design DIAdem DIAdem has been designed as a PC workshop for solving technical tasks The underlying principle is a logical arrangement which gives you an overview of all program elements Individually encapsulated devices ensure an orderly division of tasks Similar functions are grouped together and parameters in dialog boxes are hierarchically ordered according to their importance Three guidelines determine the nature of DIAdem from the most basic layer up functionality clear layout and an intuitive interface Functionality means that DIAdem allows you to manage analyze and document your data with consistent operating logic All similar functions have been grouped together into complete units the DIAdem devices All mathematical analysis functions are found in the optional DIAdem CALC device all functions for creating graphic documents in the optional DIAdem GRAPH device etc This bring
119. le All Charts Adjusts the Y axis for all channels so that the visible waveform fills 90 of the graph s range Display Cross Hairs A cross hair is a marker that shows the numerical values of time and amplitude at its present location in the waveform Toggle button to turn cross hairs on or off Display Grids Displays a grid for each chart Toggle button to turn grids on or off Individual cross hairs can be moved by holding down the left mouse button and dragging the selected cross hair to the new location on the chart Holding the right mouse button and dragging moves all the cross hairs simultaneously to a new location The voltage and time display at the side changes as you do this Cross hairs are disabled during an acquisition WavePort Users Manual 09 29 00 WaveView 6 19 Scope Display 6 20 WaveView The following figure identifies features of the WaveView Scope display A Wavreview Scope Min x Fille Acquire Charts Y axis Adjust g AF Dee NEIE Select Upper Limit LIS Idle Scan 2 000 hoo 2 complete Magnitude 3 6 l P l CHIN ki 4 370575 Tine W Individual 20 000 ms Channel Scaling 0 375 Y axis Adjust Lower Limit ore a Time of 5 1 1 I 1 I 1 I 1 1 I 1 I 1 Time of First Scan __ 39 gon m nF 199 600 ms Last Scan in View in View 4 gt Scans ny ewe 1000 Pre trigger Timebase 2 000 ma d Post tigger Timebase 20 000 madi ee Trigger Point Scope Mode Indicators amp Descriptions Allows a
120. lick the DIAdem DATA Data Management button DlAdem Otech SHELL IEW 9959 60000 DATA EXAMPLE DAT ray Edit h Window F 2 Click Load Data A Load Data box appears 3 Using the Load Data window locate your DIAdem target file and highlight its name In the example we have highlighted daqv DAT speed of cai number of re Note We reached this target file by navigating as shown in steps A through E below We used the Target Directory path we created earlier C WINDOWS TEST Save The complete path for our saved data was C WINDOWS TEST Save DIAdem data gg DAT File name at ss s S Note DIAdem data files always have a DAT file Files of type DIAdem DAT Cancel extension The file name itself will match the name of Help the raw binary file you converted _ If you need help finding a target directory path see the Loading Converted ChartView Data into DIAdem related tip on page QS 3 or consult your application s users manual if needed Look in a a Look in E Home base C Look in EJ Windows _ SendTo Temp TEETE nas an ns M wad Shell ew T etal Internet Files E Softdisk O TEST Look in E3 TEST_Save Look in E DlAder aD s data _gg DAT Navigating via DIAdem s Load Data Box to Locate the Target File 7 8 DlAdem Quick Start Guide 09 00 DIAdem 4 Click Open DlAdem IOtech SHELL IEW 99 60000 IE File View Cursor O
121. lines dx dy are displayed Pi 277 f zi 1614454 wl 4342463 ae 21 93552 Ya 4765644 dx s7995 ay 446151 Axis local Scaling Various Graphs in one Axis System for Clarity hed Graph definition MRES Axis local scaling here 1 System DIAdem If graphs whose value ranges are different are to be compared with one another in an axis system the depiction can be improved by choosing a different scaling mode The scaling mode is set separately for every axis system Define one more graph in the upper axis system Call the graph definition and set a new graph with the X channel Time the Y channel Rotational Speed and the color Green Click OK twice and return to the working area Since the absolute values of the rotational speeds are 100 times higher than the absolute speeds the speed curve is merely displayed as a colored line on the abscissa In this case it is advisable to switch the scaling mode for that axis system to 1 System The labeling of the ordinate will now be done referred to the entire Y value range as a percentage 04 19 00 DlAdem VIEW Viewing Measuring amp Editing Data 7 31 In a case of several graphs with different value ranges a scaling that is more favorable for the depiction should be chosen Note Define main graph In the case of several graphs in an axis system the main graph is defined via the context menu
122. ll channels Input Impedance 150K Ohm Input Ranges 5V 2 5V 1V 500mV 250mV 100mV 50mV and 25mV peak Accuracy 0 5dB at the passband center Coupling AC only Frequency Resolution 1 of cutoff frequency of each filter range Low pass Filter type 8 pole Butterworth software selectable with 2 pole antialiasing prefliter Low Pass Filter Frequency Cutoff Range 100KHz 75KHz 6OKHz 30Hz bypass defined as fc 300KHZ N where N 3 to 10 000 Each channel individually programmable High Pass Filter Software selectable per channel 0 1Hz or 10Hz 1 pole Butterworth ICP Bias Source 2mA and 4mA individually set on a per channel basis Excitation Source 0 to 5V sine 20 100KHz range Over voltage protection 10Vrms max Triggering Channel 1 Analog Trigger WaveBook Module only Input Signal Range 10 to 10V Input Characteristics and Protection Same as WaveBook channel inputs Latency 300ns Multi Channel Analog Trigger all channels Range Selectable per channel to input range Latency 2us channel plus 4us maximum TTL Trigger Input Signal Range 0 5V Input Characteristics TTL compatible with 10K ohm pull up resistor Input Protection Zener clamped 0 7 to 5V Latency 300ns Software Trigger Latency 100us typical Pulse Trigger Input Signal Range 0 5V Input Characteristics 75 ohms Input Protection 10V maximum Minimum Pulse Width 100ns Latency 300ns External Clock Connector Available on DB25 input Pin 20 Inp
123. log Inputs via BNC Connectors e 16 bit resolution e Software selectable for unipolar or bipolar operation e Unipolar Ranges 0 to 10V 0 to 4V 0 to 2V e Bipolar Ranges 10V 5V 2V 1V e Maximum Overvoltage 30 VDC DC Coupled Only Fully Differential See Chapter 6 WaveView and Chapter 10 Specifications for additional information Pulse Trigger Input Input Signal Range 5V Input Characteristics 75 Q Input Protection 10V max Minimum Pulse Width 100 ns Maximum Pulse Width 0 8 sec Latency 300 ns Digital I O External Clock TTL Trigger Analog Common Additional information regarding WavePort signal connections appears elsewhere in this manual Chapter 4 Hardware and Operation Reference includes details regarding signal connections Chapter 6 WaveView includes information regarding channel configuration Chapter 9 contains maintenance intended environment and transportation information Chapter 10 provides device specifications WavePort User s Manual WavePort V24 WavePort V24 can measure up to 24 channels of voltages within 10V The unit receives its channel input signals through three columns of eight BNC connectors 24 channel inputs total The columns are labeled from left to right MODULE 2 MODULE 1 and WAVEBOOK In addition to the channel input BNCs WAVEBOOK contains a BNC for PULSE Trigger Input see following figure The signal panel includes a DB25 connector for DIGITAL I O EXT
124. lumns are labeled from left to right MODULE 2 MODULE 1 and WAVEBOOK In addition to the channel input BNCs WAVEBOOK contains a BNC for PULSE Trigger Input see following figure Note that WavePortV8 and V16 BNC panels are illustrated in chapter 2 The signal panel includes a DB25 connector for DIGITAL I O EXT CLOCK external clock and TTL TRIGGER Connection nodes for CHASSIS ground and ANALOG COMMON are also provided Module 1 and Module 2 WaveBook Analog Inputs Analog Inputs CH1 1 through CH1 8 and CH1 through CH8 Analog Inputs via CH2 1 through CH2 8 respectively BNC Connectors 16 bit resolution e Software selectable for unipolar or bipolar operation e 16 bit resolution e Software selectable for unipolar or bipolar operation Te e Unipolar Ranges A A e Unipolar Ranges 0 to 10V AN I 0 to 10V 0 to 5V O 0 to 4V e SZ 0 t0 2V p P 0 to 2V 0 to 1V O e Bipolar Ranges a SA 10V 5V 2V 1 V e Bipolar Ranges 10V 5V 2V 1 V 0 5V e Maximum Overvoltage 30 VDC e Maximum Overvoltage 30 VDC h A DC Coupled Only Fully Differential See Chapter 6 WaveView and Chapter 10 Specifications for additional information that includes ranges available with WBK11A WBK12A and WBK13A factory installed options DC Coupled Only Fully Differential CVO Pulse Trigger Input see page 4 13 Input Signal Range 5V Input Characteristics
125. m Format 1 Open the Data Conversion Utility Use a shortcut icon or navigate from your desktop s Start Menu as follows and double click on the Data Conversion Utility item Shortcut to the Data Conversion Utility Start gt Programs ChartView gt Applications gt Data Conversion Utility The conversion utility appears similar to that shown in the following figure 7 6 DlAdem Quick Start Guide 09 00 DIAdem Ey DagConyvert Chartiew Binary Ea File Convert a Repeat act Recent MM Data Type Convert Data Files Repeat Previous Conversion select Source Data Type Convert Most Recent Data File Data Conversion Utility appearance shown ts for ChartView 2 Select ChartView Binary as the Data Type M Data Type The first time you run the data converter a dialog box prompts you to select a data ml Ggalicee em Sina type The data type designation is based on the program that was used to collect the WaveView Flav Binary data e g ChartView Logview Raw Binary Personal Dagview Aaw Binary If the prompting dialog box does not appear use the Select Source Data Type Tool Chartview Binary to select ChartView Binary as shown in the figure at the right Selecting a Data Type If this is the first time you are using the data converter you can skip to step 4 since the DIAdem format is initially selected by default 3 Select the DIAdem File Format This can be done as follows by dropping down the da
126. magnifying glass and Sketch presentation Most important in DIAdem VIEW are graph definitions and various types of cursors Activate an object in DIAdem GRAPH As soon as you press the Sketch mode button the object is faded out and is represented only by a place holder Symbolically representing objects as rectangles makes it possible for you to work with them quickly and easily even in diagrams containing numerous objects 04 22 00 DlAdem The PC Workshop 7 17 Menus Sig File Edit Objects View Part of the Menu bar in DIAdem GRAPH Note DiAdem Help Tool tips All of the functions and commands needed for any device in which you are working are found in text format in the Menu bar located above the Tool bar In these menus any feature can be accessed and executed via the keyboard instead of the mouse Use the lt Alt gt key to access the Menu bar Then type the underlined letters for individual menu items on you keyboard When a second menu opens up choose a feature from it and execute it directly by again typing the underlined letter for the desired menu item You can also use arrow keys to select a menu item and execute it with the lt Enter gt key Use DIAdem Help to explain describe and clarify the program There are three separate types of help in DIAdem Tool tips for the user interface context sensitive help in dialog boxes with explanations of all parameters and the Help menu with explanations grou
127. mpty page symbol in the tool bar In the following the example file Data dat should be loaded from the hard disk because this Delete all data gata is used in the following chapters of the manual Ape A nET i Choose the graphics cursor in the command line When you move the mouse the crosshair stays on the graph and moves from point to point along it In this manner you can display coordinates Graphics cursor for any point along the graph Note The Maxima cursor and Minima cursor can be switched on When on these settings the graphics cursor moves from one extreme value to the next DIAdem 04 19 00 DIAdem VIEW Viewing Measuring amp Editing Data 7 29 Graph Legend Displaying the Axis Oriented Display The legend can be displayed next to any axis system Move the mouse cursor over the right border of the axis system When the table cursor appears Displaying legends with two vertical lines hold the left mouse button down Then move the legend off to the left The name of the Y data channel the unit and with the corresponding graphics cursor the X and Y coordinates are shown in the legend It is possible to add additional displays and define their arrangement Double click on the legend and the parameters dialog box appears Click on Type in the 5 line and select Free Text The form of the coordinate display can be changed Numeric format of the pre defined types Numeric values Date time val
128. ms or tables or to set properties such as line style and color Graph and axis definition Mo Ty Co Data MMM Time Speed OO OOOO O Cancel Time Revs New entry Delete channel fi Time channet 3 Feys 5ub axez Display mode AA Line Graph param Line color T Legend Legend To access graph and axis definitions in DIAdem GRAPH double click on the axis system in which you wish to represent the data 7 16 DlAdem The PC Workshop 04 22 00 DIAdem New entry Entering a new graph Note To enter a graph use the New entry button At this point it will be sufficient to specify from the list of available data channels an X channel to represent data values on the X axis and a Y channel to represent corresponding values on the Y axis Exit the sub dialog box and the main dialog box with the OK button In the graph entries heading of above mentioned dialog box the word Color is not complete it appears as Co As soon as the mouse cursor crosses the vertical line separating the columns F and Data the cursor appears as parallel lines with arrows to the left and the right You can use this cursor to expand the column allowing you to read Color instead of Co Graph and axis definition is a rather complicated example of a dialog box but it illustrates well the concept of hierarchy in dialog boxes Basic options
129. must be installed to enable these WavePort or WaveBook pales Seta maximum acquisition buffer size MBI 32 Total memory in your computer ME E4 Ferfomance Memon Module Fre T rigger Mode e Pre Trigger Mode This allows you to use the full SEE Bre Trigger Moda bandwidth of your instrument regardless of the i Allows you to use the full bandwidth of your instrument computer s data transfer speed Note that when regardless of your computer s data transter speed Pre Trigger is in effect certain conditions apply 1 Some things you should know if you enable this mode The entire acquisition must fit in the WBK30 s the entire acquisition must fit within the WBE30 s memory internal memory 2 The scan count will not update the scan count will not update during acquisition oe this setting applies only when pre trigger i used during acquisition and 3 The Pre Trigger Mode selection only applies if pre trigger is used Overflow Protection F M Enable Overloon Protection i Preserves and transters all data in the instrument when an acquisition ends early due to an error or manual dis arm Overflow Protection This preserves and transfers all data in the instrument when an acquisition ends early due to an error or manual disarm This option should not be used if you 1 Never want to save data from an incomplete acquisition or 2 You want the option to work like it does without a WBK30 inst
130. n your PC to auto access the CD on Softw are b When the Data Acquisition Software Master Setup si pda pend 32 Di eh a Tae gaia a T aa se eiet E TempScan MultiScan ChartScan Support screen appears check l DaqBook DaqBoard Support Personal Daq Support Daq PC Card Support E OO DIAdem Post Acquisition Data Analysis Program pinseri L WaveBook Support TempBook Support LogBook Support Lab View Drivers c Click Start Install DASYLab Drivers Acrobat Reader DIAdem Post Acquisition Data Analysis Program 3 SOOOOOOO 2 Choose a DIAdem Installation Type You will be prompted to choose a DIAdem installation type Start Install Exit Note Select one of these two options unless you purchased a licensed version of DIAdem O DiAdem Shell View for IOtech Customers Installs a free version with DIAdem Shell and DIAdem View This version is provided free to users of IOtech hardware O DIAdem 30 Day Trial Select this installation type if you did not purchase a licensed version of DIAdem but would like to try out DIAdem s expanded features Select one of the above options unless you purchased a DIAdem licensed version Do not confuse the Standard Licensed version below with the DIAdem Shell View for IOtech Customers version as these are completely different installs To install any of the following three Licensed versions you must have a license disk and password The DIAdem pro
131. n EEPROM e The digital I O port is read and written by the processor to transfer bytes of digital data The I O port may be used as a simple 8 bit input port or as a 32 address byte wide I O port e Acquisition data is sent from WAVEBOOK to the Notebook PC through a high speed EPP Enhanced Parallel Port The port makes use of a DB25 connector labeled TO COMPUTER PARALLEL PORT MODULE 1 and MODULE 2 Dynamic Signal Module Operation WavePort s WAVEBOOK module is connected to two dynamic analog signal input modules for PE16 and one such module for PE8 The dynamic modules are referred to simply as MODULE 1 and MODULE 2 Each module provides a means of interfacing with piezoelectric transducers These transducers include but are not limited to accelerometers microphones and force pressure transducers Reference Note Appendix A contains information regarding the use of accelerometers MODULE 1 and MODULE 2 each include excitation source for transducer biasing high pass filter programmable gain amplifier PGA anti aliasing low pass filter simultaneous sample and hold SSH amplifiers The gain filter cut off frequencies and current biasing levels are software programmable WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 Hardware and Operation Reference 4 3 Excitation Source A built in programmable excitation source stimulates dynamic systems for transfer function measurements and serves as a reference signal for calibration Th
132. n use the included Dual Lock Fasteners ST 27 to hold your Notebook PC firmly to WavePort s cover plate Prior to attaching the strips verify that WavePort s cover plate and the bottom of the Notebook are clean Isopropyl Alcohol swabs or commonly available rubbing alcohol with clean lint free rags can be used to achieve a clean mounting surface Protective Dual Lock Surfaces Adhesive Pee Off Surface Adhesive Surface WavePort User s Manual 06 14 00 System Setup 3 1 Use the following technique to ensure proper alignment of the strips 1 Make two mounting strips that consist of mated Dual Lock surfaces such that the outer surfaces of the strips are the adhesive sides of the strips Note that these adhesive edges are initially covered with protective peel off paper 2 Trim the strips to fit the bottom surface of your Notebook PC as needed LA 3 Remove the protective peel off paper and attach the two strips to the bottom surface of the Notebook PC Dual Lock Strips adhered to the bottom surface 4 Remove the lower protective peel off and position the Notebook PC onto WavePort s cover plate 3 2 System Setup 06 14 00 WavePort User s Manual 5 Push firmly down on the Notebook to ensure the adhesive makes good contact The Notebook should now be adequately secured to WavePort s cover plate The Notebook PC can now be easily removed from WavePort
133. nfiguration Dialog Box see following screen shot When the external clock is enabled WavePort begins a scan only after a rising edge on the TTL level occurs Optionally the external clock may be divided by a factor of 1 to 255 This pre scaling allows the user to select a reduced scan rate Acquisition Configuration Scanning Duration Rate Internal External Loes Pre T nigger 0 scans Clock Divider 1 255 88 Post T rigger 4000 scans Convention Triggering Type Immediate r Acquisition Configuration Dialog Box with External Clock Enabled Note Clock Divider can be set from 1 to 255 WavePort has a 32 bit internal counter that calculates and reports the external clock s period The counter can be read with each scan of the analog data This is often beneficial in later analysis when there is a need to correlate physical phenomena with speed The counter channel actually consists of two independent channels CtrLo and CtrHi These can be turned On in the Channel Configuration Spreadsheet When enabled the low CtrLo then high CtrH1 words of the counter will be configured in each scan Note that the spreadsheet s Units column can be used to view a predefined period in units of seconds ms or usec WaveView can be configured to read only the low word of the counter data CtrLo On CtrHi OfP This decreases the minimum scan period by 1 usec This LoCtr only option can be used only
134. ng on whether the pulse width is set as a minimum or a maximum the signal either must or must not cross the threshold again within the given amount of time The red horizontal line Threshold and blue vertical lines defining maximum width will vary according to the parameter settings You can specify either one or two thresholds for the level and width settings The number of labels matches the number of thresholds and the placement follows the polarity e For positive polarity the text is Rise Above Stay Below e For negative polarity the text is Fall Below and Stay Above Note When used as a maximum the pulse width setting can capture signal pulses As a minimum it is useful for ignoring pulses WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 WaveView 6 17 WaveView Scope Window Scope mode is a WaveView utility that can display data acquisition waveforms in real time Before this mode can be enabled at least one channel must be ON Up to eight channels can be displayed at a time Note The following formula determines the maximum number of scans that can be stored for use in the Scope mode The formula does not apply to disk storage Total Scans of Channels 4 lt Acquisition Buffer Size 15 a WavevYiew Scope File Acquire Charts ia me que STOP Status wE 20 000 ms H gt Scans In View 1000 Pre tigger Timebasze 1 000 m div Post tigger Timebase ve WaveView Sc
135. nnector labeled TO COMPUTER PARALLEL PORT Check that the desired LPT port is properly configured and the base address and interrupt are recognized by the operating system Check the BIOS settings for the LPT port Make sure that the BIOS LPT protocol settings are compatible with the settings selected for the LPT port Compatibility mode is recommended Run the Daq Configuration applet from the Windows Control Panel Make sure the device is configured to the appropriate LPT port with the appropriate protocol Run the device test and if it fails try other protocols for the device Be sure to click on lt Apply gt to apply the settings before re running the test Windows NT Make sure that the driver has been loaded The installation will configure the operating system to automatically load the driver at boot up However if there is a problem communicating with the device the driver can be loaded manually by using the following start sequence from a DOS shell NET START WAVEBK To unload the driver manually use the following sequence NET STOP WAVEBK 32 Bit WaveView Issues 8 2 Troubleshooting The 32 bit version of WaveView uses a default scheme whereby buffer allocation is dynamic depending on the amount of physical memory on the computer An advanced feature is available in this release to let the user have more control of the buffer allocation Generally better performance will be obtained by increasing the amount of RAM This
136. ns to the configuration menu Acquire Arm Arms the WaveBook to acquire data Data acquisition will commence as soon as the triggering conditions are satisfied Trigger Issues a Software Trigger to the WaveBook Whenever the WaveBook is armed and waiting for a trigger you can take this action to force data acquisition to start Stop Acquiring Ends the current acquisition immediately All data collected prior to this action will be retained in memory and displayed in the chart control If auto rearm is enabled this action stops the rearming as well Auto Rearm When enabled the WaveBook is automatically re armed whenever an acquisition ends With this feature you can use WaveView like an oscilloscope to display a rapid series of your channel inputs Stop Rearming With auto rearm enabled this action stops auto rearming but allows the current acquisition to complete Pressing Stop Acquiring ends the current acquisition immediately Charts Number of Charts Sets the number of charts maximum of 8 to be displayed simultaneously Halves the visible timebase Example if 10 ms of information is visible clicking Zoom In will show 5 ms Maximum Zoom In is 2 samples Aono Doubles the visible timebase Example if 10 seconds of information is visible clicking Zoom Out will show 20 seconds Maximum Zoom Out is 2000 samples Continuously adjusts the Y axis for all channels so that the visible waveform fills 90 of the graph s range Sca
137. nterface card in conjunction with the Notebook s PC Card port This option is discussed in Appendix B Connect your Notebook s Power Line to the cover plate receptacle Connect the CA 35 2 Cable to the Notebook s Enhanced Parallel Port EPP and to WavePort s recessed DB25 connector Connecting the Notebook PC to WavePort Reference Note An optional WBK20A PCMCIA EPP interface card can be used instead of the CA 35 2 cable WBK20A connects to the Notebook s PC Card port This PC Card option is discussed in Appendix B Connect the Notebook s power line to the Notebook Power receptacle located on WavePort s cover plate This receptacle is live whenever WavePort has AC line power connected to a live source The position of WavePort s Module Power switch has no bearing on the Notebook Power receptacle The Notebook can be powered from the Notebook Power Receptacle non switched as long as LINE INPUT power is supplied to the WavePort as discussed in the following section Do not plug anything into the Notebook Power Receptacle that exceeds a power rating of 50 Watts as this could overload the WavePort CAUTION 50 Watts Such action could result in overloading the WavePort and blowing a fuse A Do not plug anything into the Notebook Power Receptacle that exceeds a power rating of 3 4 System Setup 06 14 00 WavePort User s Manual 4 Connecting the WavePort to Power WARNING The Notebook Power rece
138. o the Current Version Additional Information Conditions for Use Launching DlAdem from an Acquisition Program The steps in this section do not apply to ChartView The following steps can be used with data acquisition programs that contain a file converter capable of converting raw binary data to the DIAdem data format ChartView User s should skip to the following section Using DIAdem with ChartView ON Reference Note aS The following steps apply to DaqView Personal DaqView LogView and WaveView The steps N are discussed in general terms since the data acquisition programs differ in regard to toolbars pull down menus and other aspects of GUI layout Refer to your specific application s documentation as needed Verify DIAdem is selected as a file format This is accomplished through your application s Conversion Preferences E amp E Dade Dladem D ASCII Text Spreadsheet THT Tx ASCII H DADISP DAT HEL DADISP Refer to your application s user documentation as needed Selecting DIAdem as a File Format Note DIAdem is initially selected by default Acquire Data to Disk and Convert File When acquiring data to disk your application s file converter automatically converts the Raw Binary data gyre to the DIAdem Target Format verified in the M Source Format Dagview Raw Binary 1 File s Remaining previous step Source File c program files dags applicahtions bindaqy bin During the
139. of the graph icon Graph definition w Set main graph delete curve Legend parameters Help DlAdem VIEW Ra File View Cursor Options Window l x DEANA AR Ae ie ae 09 0 A 7 1 K ms 43 42463 16 14454 52 76 fi imin 5582 46432 16 14454 5059 73 4 c Mf 277 RA o x1 1644454 yi 4342400 x2 Pc y2 a dx i Badd S03 Eh The depiction can be done in separate sub axis systems with the scaling n Systems physical To carry out measurements on graphs one of the two should be defined as the main graph This definition is made in the context menu of the corresponding graph symbol Open the context menu with a click of the right mouse button on the red graph symbol and select Set main graph When you call this context menu again you can see that the main graph has been set Now if you move the crosshair cursor it remains fixed on the red graph Another crosshair is displayed on the green graph The point coordinates of the main graph are displayed in the legend as specified As mentioned above if the value range is the same the cursors in the passive axis systems follow along If you have selected the Free Cursor the crosshairs in the passive windows orient themselves according to the graph coordinates If you have activated another cursor e g Maxima cursor the crosshair will be oriented in the passive wind
140. of the software options For your initial setup of WavePort we recommend that you only install the following per the steps provided below P WaveBook Support 32 bit Includes Wave View P Acrobat Reader P DIAdem Post Acquisition Data Analysis Program Remove any previous installed versions of WaveBook software before installing a newer version WavePort User s Manual 06 14 00 System Setup 3 5 1 Data Acquisition Software Master Setup Data Acquisition lt i Software Install software according to the following procedure 1 Close all other programs Insert CD ROM and wait for Notebook PC to auto access the CD rs Please select the components to install and click hain dh sda aai Ai bit 32 bit Start Install or choose Exit to abort wad hed pra er 2 On the Master Setup Screen check yt us Bees g TempScan MultiScan ChartScan Support e C O DaqBook DaqBoard Support P WaveBook Support 32 bit PARE LCE Personal Daq Support P Acrobat Reader J OO Daq PC Card Support so peau T WaveBook Support P DIAdem Post Acquisition Data Analysis noo g TempBook Support pares LogBook Support Program Note that DIAdem is detailed in parte ET LabView Drivers ae C DASYLab Drivers Chapter 7 a Acrobat Reader Leet DIAdem Post Acquisition Data Analysis Program 3 Follow the on screen dialog boxes to complete the installation Lr ie Start Install Exit Mil at ENN i a Master Setup Screen 6 Using the
141. om the Metal Guard Remove the Metal Guard and the Guard Media Retainer the later is a snap together assembly Using mild detergent clean the Media while it is still encased between the Guard and the Retainer Rinse under running water then air dry Secure Guard Media Retainer and Metal Guard to WavePort using the four Screws that were removed in step 2 n Tia pon oon S Guard Retainer lt lt S ae TO Metal Guard K Screws 4 Fan Filter Media with Retainer and Guards To Replace the Filter Media Perform steps 1 through 3 from above Pry the Guard plastic from the Retainer Remove the old Media Clean the Guard and Retainer if needed Position new filter Media between Guard and Retainer Snap the Guard Media and Retainer together Secure Guard Media Retainer and Metal Guard to WavePort using the four Screws 9 2 Maintenance Service and Part Replacement 05 26 00 WavePort User s Manual What Type of Environment is WavePort Intended for e WavePort was designed to operate within 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F and a relative humidity of up to 95 RH non condensing The unit can be stored at temperatures in the range of 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F These parameters do not apply to the user supplied Notebook PC and you must refer to your Notebook s documentation for environmental factors regarding that device When closed WavePort s case will protect the Notebook
142. on module 16 channels total WavePort V24 WaveBook with two expansion modules 24 channels total Input Voltage Ranges DC Specifications Standard Unit O Win WEKA noeg O Win WBKT2AT3A Noe Voltage Input Noise Input Noise Input Noise Range Accuracy Note 2 LSB rms Accuracy Note 2 LSB rms Accuracy Note 2 LSB rms One Year 18 28 C dc 500KHz One Year 18 28 C dc 500KHz One Year 18 28 C typical typical typical Filter reading range reading range reading range Bypass foioxiov ora o 2 orem one 2 foan ones 22 22 0 to 4V 516 Powe o ome 3 om ome 9 ome om 22 3 tam e n 10A onl otes NA NA NA 016 03 6 oe o3 22 6 owsa NA NA NA 016 o 8 o o 22 12 5 to 5V 018 018 5 018 018 018 018 2 2 10A only Caora NA NA NA own o 6 oen ox 22 2 10A only Notes 1 Specifications assume differential input scan unfiltered 2 Accuracy specification is exclusive of noise 3 Unipolar ranges unavailable for WaveBook with WBK11A WBK12A or WBK13A options installed Available with Module 1 and Module 2 with any option WavePort User s Manual 09 2900 Specifications 10 4 WavePort V Specifications System Performance one year 18 28 C unless otherwise noted Differential Nonlinearity 2 LSB max Total Harmonic Distortion 10Hz 20KHz 84dB typical Signal to Noise and Distortion
143. on to close the System Properties window Close the Control Panel window and any other tasks running then shut down Windows 95 98 If any hardware was removed in Step 13 or if any hardware reconfigured in Step 12 requires manual reconfiguring power off the computer and remove or reconfigure the hardware before rebooting Otherwise simply reboot the computer Run the Configuration utility and test WavePort s communication If problems persist and no resource conflicts exist perform the following steps 16a Check for loose cable connections and verify the MODULE POWER indicator is ON 16b Verify that the computer s printer port and data cable work with a printer or other device l6c Verify there are no installed devices that Windows 95 98 2000 does not recognize but whose resources might conflict with the WavePort 16d Verify that WavePort works on another PC from a different manufacture if possible 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Customer Assistance To report problems and receive support call or e mail the manufacturer s Applications department or visit the web site When you contact us please provide the following information so support personnel can help you most efficiently All equipment returned to the manufacturer must have an RMA Return Material Authorization number Hardware model numbers and software version numbers Operating system type of computer and device information in the Windows control
144. ons 1 Rising Edge where the signal level must have a positive slope as it crosses the trigger threshold or 2 Falling Edge where the signal level must have a negative slope as it crosses the trigger threshold Multiple Ch Analog 6 14 WaveView This Trigger Source provides a scroll list of Trigger Conditions for use with AND or OR Logical Operators as follows 1 Selecting OR channels causes the acquisition to trigger when any of the selected channel conditions become true 2 Selecting AND channels issues a trigger when all the selected channel conditions become true If Multiple Ch Analog is selected the Trigger Condition option has the following choices No Trigger The channel will not be included in the list of channels to examine for trigger conditions Triggering Immediate Immediate Manual Digital Type Channel 1 Analog Multiple Ch Analog Digital Pathern Pulse Trigger Source Pull Down List On Acquisition Configuration Dialog Box Provides the means of selecting the desired Trigger Type a Type Digital bi Edge t Rising t Falling Digital Trigger With Digital Trigger the user must indicate Rising or Falling Edge BR Type Channel 1 Analog fad Edge i Rising f Falling Threshold ov Channel I Analog Trigger Allows you to set a Trigger Threshold Value and indicate whether the signal is to be Rising or Falling in relation to the trigger line Note Ch
145. ope Window Item Description Item Description 1 Save 7 Stop Rearming 2 Print Window 8 Zoom In 3 Arm 9 Zoom Out 4 Trigger 10 Scale All Charts 5 Stop Acquiring 11 Toggle Cross Hairs 6 Auto Rearm 12 Toggle Grids To view additional channels in Scope Display simply change the entry in the Number of Charts selection of the Charts pull down menu You can simultaneously view up to eight channels in Scope Display A Channel pull down menu box is located at the right end of each chart and is used to select the desired channel Click on the box to display the channel list then click on the desired channel The waveform display is actually a window looking at a section of the acquisition The window size may be increased or decreased and moved to any location on the time line The waveforms may be examined during or after the acquisition 6 18 WaveView 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Menu Items amp Toolbar Buttons You can control the acquisition process and the Scope display from the menu selections and toolbar buttons There are more pull down menu selections available than there are buttons however each button does have a corresponding menu item File Save Data Files Saves data in the file name and data formats that have been previously assigned Save Data File As Prompts you for a name for the data file before saving the data Print Window Prints the contents of the display screen Close Scope Closes the Scope display and retur
146. or engineers and technicians on the go WARNING The Notebook Power receptacle is LIVE whenever WavePort is plugged into a live AC power source The Module Power Switch cannot be used to turn this receptacle Off WavePort contains no user serviceable components Do not remove WavePort s cover plate Lethal voltages are present which could cause serious injury or death WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 An Introduction to WavePort 2 1 Fuses 2 Amp Notebook Power Type T 250 Volts Line Input from line 100 to 240 VAC See WARNING nae 150 Watt Max DC Power Input 12 to 30 VDC 100 Watts Max Module Power Switch See WARNING Indicator Lights Battery Modules On Check Fan For Battery Indicator ON Charging OFF Not Charging Blink Low Battery Power Related Items What Types of I O Signals Apply The following pages contain descriptions of signal panels for WavePort PE and WavePort V devices Brief descriptions of signal types are included with each panel More detailed information regarding signals and connections is provided in chapter 4 2 2 An Introduction to WavePort 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual WavePort PE16 WavePort PE16 can measure up to eight channels of voltages within 10V and up to 16 channels of ICP transducer excitation The unit receives its channel input signals through three columns of eight BNC connectors 24 channel inputs total The
147. or may not appear depending upon your particular hardware If the selection box appears it will display the appropriate source level selections such as Off 2 mA or 4 mA for a WBK14 or an excitation voltage level for a WBK16 allowed by your hardware to configure a source or block of sources Double clicking a cell in this column will toggle the source level status A change in the source level for one channel will appropriately update any other affected channels Note For WBK14 Only when using an ICP transducer either 2 mA or 4 mA must be selected Set the current source level to Off before measuring voltage e Bridge Type WBK16 Only This column allows you to select the specific bridge configuration for a strain gage or load cell sensor When a cell is selected a selection box above the spreadsheet will display the appropriate bridge configuration selections such as Full Bridge Half Bridge and Quarter Bridge Double clicking a cell in this column toggles the Bridge Type e Invert WBK16 Only This column allows you to invert the signal level of a channel When a cell is selected the selection box above the spreadsheet allows Yes or No options to determine whether the channel is inverted Double clicking a cell in this column will toggle the invert status Data Conversion 6 12 WaveView contains a file converter capable of converting raw binary data to other file formats From the File pull down m
148. ormation See Chapter 6 WaveView and Chapter 10 Specifications for additional information Filter Clock In See page 4 4 Pulse Trigger Input see page 4 13 Input Signal Range 5V Input Characteristics 75 Q Input Protection 10V max Minimum Pulse Width 100 ns Maximum Pulse Width 0 8 sec Latency 300 ns Excitation Source Out Digital I O see page 4 11 See page 4 4 sce pag External Clock see page 4 11 15 TTL Trigger see page 4 11 Chassis Ground gger see pag See page 4 10 Analog Common see page 4 10 WavePort PE16 Signal Panel Reference Notes Additional information regarding WavePort PE signal connections appears elsewhere in this manual WavePort PE8 information appears on the following page Chapter 6 WaveView includes information regarding channel configuration Maintenance intended environment and transportation issues are discussed in chapter 9 Specifications are provided in chapter 10 WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 Hardware and Operation Reference 4 5 WavePort PE8 WavePort PE8 can measure up to eight channels of voltages within 10V and up to 8 channels of ICP transducer excitation The unit receives its channel input signals through two columns of eight BNC connectors 16 channel inputs total The columns are labeled MODULE 1 and WAVEBOOK In addition to the channel input BNCs WAVEBOOK contains a BNC for PULSE Trigger Input and MODULE 1 include one BNCs for filter
149. orresponding Function bar opens up horizontally You can perform functions such as choosing an axis system and tables in the optional DIAdem GRAPH device or choosing mathematical functions in the optional DIAdem CALC device Functions are processed in the Working area of each device Note When symbols appear grayed out in the Function bar Module bar or Device bar the corresponding function option or device is not part of the current installation Devices and options can be included at any time The horizontal Tool bar is located above the Working area It contains all the features and commands you will need to use DIAdem in the Working area You can also access all the features functions and commands of the currently active device in the corresponding menus through the Menu bar with the keyboard You should also be familiar with the Status line In addition to general messages brief help messages appear here describing each symbol or function For example if you are working with an axis system in the optional DIAdem GRAPH device you can tell from the Status line which item is used to move an object 7 14 DlAdem The PC Workshop 04 22 00 DiIAdem Context Menus and Tool Tips Two important elements do not appear in the screen above since they are not normally visible context menus sometimes called shortcut menus and tool tips Context menus provide rapid access to the most important features You can access them by cli
150. ort channel simply refers to a single input or output entity In a broader sense an input channel is a signal path between the transducer at the point of measurement and the data acquisition system A channel can go through various stages buffers multiplexers or signal conditioning amplifiers and filters Input channels are periodically sampled for readings An output channel from a device can be digital or analog Outputs can vary in a programmed way in response to an input channel signal Common mode Common mode pertains to signals that are identical in amplitude and duration also can be used in reference to signal components Common mode voltage Common mode voltage refers to a voltage magnitude referenced to a common point that is shared by 2 or more signals Example referenced to common Signal 1 is 5 VDC and Signal 2 is 6 VDC The common mode voltage for the two signals is 5 5 VDC 5 6 2 Crosstalk An undesired transfer of signals between system components or channels Crosstalk often causes signal interference more commonly referred to as noise Digital to Analog Converter DAC A circuit or device that converts digital values binary bits into analog signals WavePort User s Manual 04 28 00 Glossary xi Differential mode The differential mode measures a voltage between 2 signal lines for a single channel Also see single ended mode Differential mode voltage Differential mode voltage refers to a volta
151. ortion to the condition measured Other transducers e g thermocouples have a nonlinear response To convert nonlinear signals into accurate readings requires software to calibrate several points in the range used and then interpolate values between these points Multiplexer MUX A device that selects a signal from among several signals and outputs it on a single channel Sample reading The value of a signal observed on a channel at an instant in time When triggered the ADC reads the channel and converts the sampled value into a digital representation Scan A series of measurements across a pre selected sequence of channels Sequencer Defines and controls the state of the measurement system for each step of a scan Simultaneous Sample and Hold An operation that captures samples from multiple channels at the same instant in time The result is elimination of time skew between measurement of individual channels xii Glossary 04 28 00 WavePort User s Manual Single ended mode Measurement of a voltage between a signal line and some reference that may be shared with other channels Also see differential mode Trigger An event to start a scan or mark an instant during an acquisition A trigger can be a TTL signal a specified signal level a button manually or mechanically engaged or a software command TTL Transistor Transistor Logic TTL typically used to communicate logic signals where a logical 0 is defined by a voltage l
152. ory or to select a simulated device Select Device Available Devices Simulated Device Properties cancel _ Select Device Box Simulated WaveBook If the hardware is not available or if you just want to practice using the software select Simulated Device The Simulated Device allows you to run various software functions with no hardware concerns The Simulated mode is also available from WaveView s pull down menu To select the simulated mode 1 Choose Select Device from the System pull down menu 2 Select Simulated Device from the Available Devices list WaveBook Attached If the WaveBook hardware is connected and switched on select the applicable WaveBook device Then click on the Properties button to view the Device Properties screen see following figure WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 WaveView 6 3 WaveBookO Properties Device Type WaveB oak Parallel Port LPT 1 E Communication Protocol Standard 4 bit Socket ha Interrupt OMA Channel n a Maximum 4 0 Channels fe Maximum 0 44 Channels n a Masxinum Digital Input Bits 256 blasimum Digital Output Bits 256 blasimum Counter Channels nra Main Unit 4 0 Channels 0 Main Unit O44 Channels ria Main Unit Digital Input Bits g Main Unit Dig Output Bits g Main Unit Counter Channels na A D FIFO Size n a D4 FIFO Size n a 4 D Resolution 12 Bits O74 Resolution a A D Minimum Frequency 0 01 Hz A D Masinum Frequency 1000000 Hz
153. other block diagram in the Working area at the position of the mouse cursor with lt CTRL V gt Options The various program settings in DIAdem can be accessed via the Settings menu The Desktop Parameters include all the workshop related settings such as the menu points General Parameter file Device specific Memory organization GPI DLL Registration and Report In the single devices you will also find device specific settings such as the hardware assignment and packet processing or the page layout in the optional DIAdem GRAPH device to name a few Desktop Settings General Settings Device specific DIAdem The Desktop settings include the General Settings such as those for program behavior warnings warning tone for errors long Quickinfo for the data format and channel characteristics as well as the selection of other ASCII editors in particular for the Autosequences The path selection see Directory structure and the specification of the standard files to be loaded for all the DIAdem devices are made in the sub menu with the same name Although the library paths can only be altered using the settings DIAdem retains the path the last file was loaded from as the user path for each device Device specific settings include for example specifying the memory form in DIAdem DATA the ASCII data and the data checks Note Another start file can be entered here By the way if no file name is entered
154. ower Input Qs 12 to 30 VDC D 100 Watts Max sav Battery Charging Q Status Circuit X Meaus F On Power O A Conditioning J Check Fan Notebook Power eee Indicator LEDs Power Suppl Battery PPly Protection amp TL ae 65 Watt Compensation can 16 VDC AC Power Input Temperature 100 to 240 VAC Compensated 150 Watts Max Fan Control Low Battery Low Battery Gel Pack 1 Beeper ne Control Beeper 12 to 30 VDC P DC Output To Gel Pack 2 WavePort Modules Q o gt Module Power Switch WavePort Power Distribution Simplified Block Diagram Power Module Operation LED Indicators WavePort s power module interacts with three LEDs located on WavePort s cover plate Indicator LEDs Located on WavePort s Cover Plate BATTERY Lights solid when the internal batteries are being fast charged at a rate of 0 2 amp cell or greater Off when no charge is in progress Blinking indicates low battery level Note that the beeper sounds at low battery level MODULES ON Lights when power is being supplied to the WavePort modules CHECK FAN Verify the fan is operating properly and that the vents are not obstructed The CHECK FAN LED lights when activated by the internal temperature sensor When this LED is lit a possible overheating condition exists Located on WavePort s Cover Plate Visible only when WavePort s lid is open 4 18 Hardware and Operation Reference 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Chargin
155. ows according to the point number the relevant coordinates can be read in the legends Depending on where you click in DIAdem VIEW with the right mouse button the context menu is displayed with other functions For example the image mode toggle may be displayed Note that the image mode determines whether a SHELL 1s displayed or suppressed How to Copy or Delete a Graph mm Copying a graph with the graph symbol activated Deleting a graph Deleting or copying multiple graphs 7 32 DlAdem VIEW Viewing Measuring amp Editing Data Any graph that has previously been defined can be copied into another axis system using the drag and drop procedure and the corresponding graph symbol Drag the red graph symbol by pressing on the left mouse button With the left button still held down move the graph symbol into the lower left axis system and release the left mouse button A copy of the graph and the corresponding red graph symbol now appear in the desired axis system You can also delete a graph from the axis system using the graph symbol Click on the green graph symbol it darkens Then press the lt DELETE gt key Alternatively deletion can also be done from the context menu of the graph icon Multiple graphs can be deleted from or copied to the same axis system Select the corresponding graph symbols with the mouse and the lt CTRL gt key 04 19 00 DIAdem Au AY AY Activating the band cursor Widening the b
156. panel such as interrupts and address settings for our hardware and others Results of tests such as the Daq Configuration control panel Hardware setup and software configuration Information on input signals including voltage ranges signal impedance ranges noise content and common mode voltages You can obtain an RMA number by calling the Customer Service or Applications departments When returning the equipment use the original shipping container or equivalent to prevent damage Put the RMA number on your shipping label to ensure that your shipment will be handled properly After receiving your equipment we will fax a confirmation form that summarizes the charges if applicable and expected return date IOtech can be reached by one of the following means WavePort User s Manual Phone 440 439 4091 Fax 440 439 4093 E mail Product Information Sales sales iotech com E mail Technical Support productsupport iotech com Internet http www iotech com Mail 1Otech Inc e 25971 Cannon Road e Cleveland Ohio 44146 1833 09 29 00 Troubleshooting 8 5 Note 8 6 Troubleshooting 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Maintenance Service and Part Replacement 9 General Maintenance 9 1 Fan Filter Cleaning and Replacement 9 2 What Type of Environment is WavePort Intended for 9 3 How Should WavePort be Transported 9 3 Should I Calibrate the WavePort 9 4 How do I get Replacem
157. pecific Tool bar Now you can let the speed graph move through by holding down the left mouse button while moving the mouse cursor horizontally Since the graphics cursor is always visible in axis systems with graphs the graphics cursor in passive systems follows along correspondingly as long as the X value regions are equal If zooming is active in an axis system the graph section that has been set there remains unchanged Ra File View Cursor Options Window x De adhd MA Ae Ae O OM MN HLL R Ra DMs Maximum value mis 11 15861 1 75484 52 76 z 10 17808 dy Apart from directly moving the graph with the mouse the so called scrollbar can also be used for moving For this purpose the horizontal scrollbar should be activated in the context menu Now the graph can also be moved by moving the scrollbar If you are working with a frame cursor it is sensible to insert the vertical scrollbar Scrolling can be de activated at any time In contrast to zoom the last segment viewed stays in place it is frozen Enlargement can be undone with the Zoom off symbol since zooming also occurs when scrolling is turned on When you activate another axis system zooming and scrolling retain their settings in the old axis system This means in terms of the example above that you can place the band cursor in the upper axis system over the speed graph and view the graph enlarged in the lower right hand axis s
158. ped by subject matter You have already used Tool tips several times during the description of the DIAdem interface to learn the meaning and function of a symbol Bring up Tool tips by letting the mouse pointer rest for a moment on the unknown symbol A yellow banner soon appears with a brief explanation of the symbol Tool tips You can choose long Tool tips in the Options menu under General Then the function of a symbol will be described with more than just one word Dialog Box Help Help Dialog boxes are used whenever the settings for an object need to be precisely adjusted You Dialog Box Help get context sensitive help for dialog boxes and parameters in them by pressing the Help button found in any dialog box Dialog box Help explains each of the parameters in the open dialog box and what parameters lead to what results More complete explanations and related topics are available through references Help Menu DiAdemDATA F1 To reach the Help menu use the question mark in the Menu bar In the Help menu you will find Examples Contents Search for Help on Index How to Use Help About DlAdem View report The DIAdem DATA Help menu a description of the active DIAdem device the contents of the main Help subjects Search for Help on and View report The first line of the Help menu is reserved for a description of the Device currently running In the Help menu to the left this is DIAdem DATA Descrip
159. performance is good Main and auxiliary power input comes from 12 to 30 VDC via WavePort s DINS connector labeled DC POWER INPUT and located on WavePort s cover plate Lines from the DINS pins connect to WavePort s internal power module 12 to 30 VDC Return No Connection DC Power Input DINS Connector on WavePort s Cover Plate A CA 198 10 foot long power adapter cable can be used to power WavePort from a vehicle The CA 198 can link WavePort s DINS connector to a vehicle s cigarette lighter The 5 pin DIN connector is rated at a maximum load of 5 Amps CA 198 Power Adapter Cable For trouble free operation you must fully charge the batteries before use Charged battery runtime depends on the load and on the mode of operation When useful battery power is nearly depleted a Beeper sounds to provide warning A few minutes after the beeper begins sounding an internal cutoff circuit disconnects the load from the battery This feature protects the batteries from deep cycle damage WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 Hardware and Operation Reference 4 17 As indicated by the following block diagram automatic temperature compensated charging circuits recharge the internal batteries The charging process is safe and relatively quick The battery status LED lights solid to indicate a charge is in progress If this LED is blinking the batteries are at a low energy level but are not yet being charged DC P
160. ping due to over ranging is typically less than 1 ms Recoveries from quasi static overloads that generate high DC bias shifts are controlled by the accelerometer input RC time constant that is fixed during manufacture A 2 04 06 00 Using Accelerometers Power Supply Effects Connector The nominal power supply voltage recommended by most manufacturers is 15 to 24 V Units may be used with voltages up to 28 volts Sensitivity variations caused by voltage change is typically 0 05 volt Power supply ripple should be less than 1 mVrms This parameter specifies the connector type and size 4 48 6 40 10 32 coaxial etc and the location on the sensor that is top or side usually on the hex base Where there is no connector on the sensor an integral cable is specified with the length and the connector that is integral 6 ft to 10 32 Electrical Grounding Case Grounded Design In case grounded designs the common lead on the internal impedance matching electronics is tied to the accelerometer case The accelerometer base stud assembly forms the signal common and electrically connects to the shell of the output connector Case grounded accelerometers are connected electrically to any conductive surface on which they are mounted When these units are used take care to avoid errors due to ground noise lsolated Base Design To prevent ground noise error many accelerometers have base isolated design The outer case base of the accelerometer
161. ptacle is LIVE whenever WavePort is plugged into a live AC power source The Module Power Switch can not be used to turn this receptacle Off WavePort contains no user serviceable components Do not remove WavePort s cover plate Lethal voltages are present which could cause serious injury or death Although WavePort can be powered from external DC or internal batteries we are only concerned at this point with powering the system via 100 to 240 VAC through its Line Input receptacle Simply connect the female end of power cable CA 1 IEC to WavePort s Line Input receptacle and connect the male end of the cable to an appropriate 100 to 240 VAC power supply After cable CA 1 is connected to both WavePort and the AC power supply turn the Module Power Switch to ON Note that DC power supplies are discussed in the following chapter entitled Hardware and Operation Reference Line Input Connect the CA 1 IEC 100 to 240 VAC Power Cable to WavePort s 150 Watts max Line Input Receptacle Power Adapter for Notebook PC After connecting WavePort to power set the Module Power Switch to ON See WARNING Line Input VAC Receptacle and Module Power Switch 5 Installing Software Software that can be used with WavePort includes Wave View DIAdem DASYlab and LabVIEW Programmers can create customized programs using DaqX Applications Program Interface API commands Chapter 5 provides a brief synopsis
162. ptions Window 7 5 Click the DIAdem VIEW Data Viewing button 2 B A AY AD AR Aa ace ale AB 6 Right click in the empty graph region of a chart A specific location is not required iy A KB 7 Click on the Graph Definition item listed at top of the pop up box a A Graph Definition box appears as shown in the following figure w Se 7 ia v k spsten mhie 8 Click New Entry A New Graph Definition box appears Graph definition Hew graph definition x No Channel Channel channel Eume makers t channel ok R E schannel j 4 yok Cancel Y channels 1 Time Cancel elete W Count color up automatically Color Color red C _ nul 10 11 DIAdem Selecting New Entry Selecting Three Channels for Viewing Select three channels Do this by holding down your keyboard s CTRL key then selecting three channels with the mouse In our example we have selected Channels 0 1 and 2 CH00 CHO1 CH02 Click OK A Graph Definition box appears with information regarding the three graphs For each graph 1 2 and 3 the X axis and Y axis are identified and a graph color is indicated as shown in the following figure In the Graph Definitions example to the right we see Graph definition that the X axis represents time and the Y axis mel Channel Channel a represents channel values 1 1 Time gt CHOG Click OK 3 C 1 Time Hew entry The three g
163. r s Manual Windows NT V3 51 For Windows NT applications it is important to note that WaveView can only be run on Windows NT 4 0 or higher Windows NT 3 51 is not fully supported Windows 95 98 2000 Problems This section only applies to Windows 95 98 2000 installations Resource Settings If the WavePort fails to communicate or has problems transferring data there may be a resource conflict with other devices within the system Take the following steps if this appears to be the case Parallel Port Setup If WavePort fails to communicate or has problems transferring data there may be a problem with the way the parallel port is configured If this appears to be the case take the following steps 1 10 WavePort Users Manual Ensure that any hardware settings on the parallel port are configured properly If unsure of proper configuration refer to the parallel port manufacturer s documentation If this fails to solve the problem proceed to the next step until the problem is resolved Click the Windows desktop Start button select the Settings menu item then select the Control Panel menu item Double click the System icon Click the Device Manager tab If the small box to the far left of the Ports COM amp LPT entry contains a click once on the to show all your communication and line printer ports In the Configuration utility click once to highlight the line containing the LPT port you chose to use with Wave
164. raphs are entered in the list This new graph entry now appears in the overview in the main dialog box If you wish to you can later delete the graph from the axis system with Delete Graph definition Ea Mo Channel Channel D 1 time Cancel Delete schannel fi time Curve markers channel 2 speed Color red Help Graph points can be emphasized with colored symbols as it will be shown in DIAdem GRAPH using the Graph markers After you exit the Graph definition with OK the graph is entered into the active axis system At the same time the corresponding graph symbol appears beside the axis system a small rectangle in the corresponding graph color red 7 28 DlAdem VIEW Viewing Measuring amp Editing Data 04 19 00 DIAdem Using the Graphics Cursor in DiAdem View A number of graphics cursors are available to move or measure one or more graphs You can choose from a crosshair frame or band cursor Use the mouse to access the cursor in the active axis system only The graphics cursor follows along passively in the other axis systems to the extent the range of values agree ry The crosshair cursor consists of horizontal and vertical cursor lines which can be moved independently The point of intersection defines the X and Y coordinates which appear in the Crosshair cursor Status line as X and Y The crosshair cursor DiAdem VIEW Pile Ea used for example to
165. raphs can now be viewed as indicated in the following two figures Delete channel Curve markers channel Color Color Help Graph Definition for 3 Channels 0 20 40 60 80 Viewing Three Graphs of Channel Values over Time 09 00 DIAdem Quick Start Guide 7 9 Note You can place the mouse cursor on this vertical bar and move it towards the center of the graph to obtain basic graph information Viewing Three Graphs and Basic Graph Information Where to go from here At this point you should have just completed viewing data in DIAdem What s next We recommend that you experiment with the program to get a better feel for its many features and capabilities You should review the available documentation including the DIAdem Help files Several help topics are identified in the remaining figures DlAdem Itech SHELL IEW 99 60000 VIEW Fille View Cursor Options Window 2 DG l Bll e AR AA DiAdemview F1 Examples Reference Notes 1 Refer to the sections 1 2 and 3 of this document for more detailed information regarding DIAdem 2 DIAdem s Help Menu represented by a question mark in the tool bar contains a great deal of helpful information including examples and user tips Contents Search for Help on Index How to Use Help About Older View report Accessing DiAdem s Help Files DiAdem VIEW Help Files Selecting DIAdem VI
166. re 10 0 to 10 07 CHOS s OFF 5 0 to 5 Oh CHOS w Configuring Channels from WaveView s Main Window e On Off Column To acquire data with WaveView channels must be properly connected to signal sources and must be enabled On Channels can be enabled as follows 1 Click in a channel s On Off cell then select On from the drop down menu that appears above the range column or 6 4 WaveView 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual 2 Double click in a channel s On Off cell to toggle to On Note that the on off status will change with each double click or 3 Click on the toolbar s On button Make All Channels Active to turn all channels on Note that the Off button Make All Channels Inactive turns all channels off e Reading Column Not user configurable This column displays values of enabled channels e Range Column Select a channel s range in one of two ways 1 Click in a channel s Range cell then select the desired range from the drop down menu 2 Continue to double click in the applicable channel s Range cell to cycle through the available ranges Stop double clicking when the desired range is indicated e Label Column Channels have default labels such as CHO5 You can change the label by clicking on the cell then typing in the new label Labels must be unique i e each channel must have its own label Attempts to use duplicate labels or use no label will result in a warning message e Uni
167. reached by one of the means provided in the following section How do I get Replacement Parts or Service Aside form external components WavePort contains no user serviceable parts If you suspect an internal problem you should promptly call your service representative Be aware that you should never remove WavePort s cover plate The following parts can be replaced by the user e Fan Filter Media Guards 1 plastic 1 metal and Retainer e AC Main Line Power Fuse 2 Amp Type T 250 V e CA 35 2 DB25M to DB25M Cable connects WavePort to Notebook PC e CA 1 IEC Power Cable e Adhesive Foam Seal ST 5 6 Tape for WavePort s upper lid padding for Notebook PC e Dual Lock Fastener with Adhesive Velcro type strips for holding Notebook PC to WavePort s Cover Plate e 1026 0601 Installation CD ROM Includes WaveBook and DIAdem Software e HA 192 Accessories Pouch for holding cables and other small items Accessories The following accessories can be ordered for use with WavePort Parts preceded by CA are cables e WBK20A PC Card Option for connecting WavePort to Notebook PCMCIA slot Includes PC Card and mating DB25 connector cable see Appendix B for details e CA 198 5 pin DIN to Vehicle Cigarette Lighter length 10 ft 3 048 m e CA 178 DB25 to external clock BNC e CA 150 1 Single Male BNC to Male BNC CE Compliant cable e CA 150 8 Eight Male BNC to Male BNC CE Compliant cables 9 4 Maintenance Serv
168. repeat Steps 10a 10c but change only the DMA setting If one or more conflicts are described in the Conflicting device list section you must find the conflicting device s and change the conflicting resource s by following these steps 12a Take note of all conflicts then click the OK button 12b Ifa window appears titled Creating a Forced Configuration click Yes to continue 12c Open the conflicting device type by clicking on the in the small box to its left if necessary 12d The conflicting device s icon should be marked with an exclamation point in a yellow circle Click once on the device to highlight it then click the Properties button 12e Click the Resources tab 12f Perform Steps 10a 10c to resolve the resource conflict 12g Repeat Step 11 for each additional existing resource conflict If one or more resource conflicts remain the conflicting device s must either be removed or kept absolutely dormant for proper operation Click the OK button to close the device properties window and return to the System Properties window If a window appears titled Creating a Forced Configuration click the Yes button to continue To remove a device perform the following steps 13a Ifnecessary open the device type by clicking on the in the small box to its left 13b Click once on the device to highlight it then click the Remove button 13c Click the OK button to confirm the device s removal Click the Close butt
169. res This symbol indicates the message is important but is not of a Warning or Caution category These notes can be of great benefit to the user and should be read In this manual the book symbol always precedes the words Reference Note This type of note identifies the location of additional information that may prove helpful References may be made to other chapters or other documentation D Tips provide advice that may save time during a procedure or help to clarify an issue Tips may include additional reference Specifications and Calibration Specifications are subject to change without notice Significant changes will be addressed in an addendum or revision to the manual As applicable IOtech calibrates its hardware to published specifications Periodic hardware calibration is not covered under the warranty and must be performed by qualified personnel as specified in this manual Improper calibration procedures may void the warranty Quality Notice IOtech has maintained ISO 9001 certification since 1996 Prior to shipment we thoroughly test our products and review our documentation to assure the highest quality in all aspects In a spirit of continuous improvement IOtech welcomes your suggestions 03 10 00 Manual Layout This manual pertains to setup and operation of a WavePort data acquisition system The material is organized as follows Chapter 1 Unpacking and Inspecting your WavePort Package Chapter 2
170. riting of acquisition data to disk files View File Data Starts the independent application to view file data 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual System Brings up a dialog box that lets you select a WaveBook device It also provides access to the Simulated Device which is listed as an option cece Brings up the WaveView System Options dialog box From there you can enable or disable WaveView options The Performance and Memory Module options are described below WBK16 Sensor This command runs the sensor calibration program Selecting this option will temporarily Calibration disable WaveView and open a sensor calibration spreadsheet so that each channel ona WBK16 Only WBK16 can be calibrated to the specifications of the sensor in use Note This selection is available if WaveView detects a WBK16 module WBK16 Advanced This command brings up a dialog box to select new cutoff frequencies for the LPF on a Features WBK16 The WBK16 has a Low Pass Filter with two selectable cutoff frequencies WBK16 Only Although the frequencies are factory configured at 10 Hz and 1 kHz changing the resistor packs inside the WBK16 can modify them After the cutoff frequencies are altered the values that WaveView displays can then be modified to match the LPF frequencies using this command Note This selection is available if WaveView detects a WBK16 module Performance e Acquisition Data Packing BA BEES Memory Module The Data Packing option
171. rranged horizontally Common operating elements are always visible The following screen view and detailed description of the individual structural and interface elements illustrate the design of a DIAdem PC workshop The description begins at the left edge of the screen with the Device bar moves right to the Module bar then to the Function bar and up to the Tool bar and Menu bar 04 22 00 DlAdem The PC Workshop 7 13 DIAdem screen layout DiAdem DAC NONAME DAC aay File Edit Blocks Measure Options View Tools Window x DEREI P OUD SA RAAL N 1a SBS gr ceerrc rs H A Menu bar O dt B ee g ISMAI 1995 D Tool bar l Function bar Device bar Module bar Working area of the Status line DiAdem device gt 4 DlAdem DAC Processes block iagrams for measurement and open and closed loop control gfs02574 4 The DIAdem devices are lined up one under the other on the left side of the screen where they are always accessible Each of the individual DIAdem application windows is known as a device They represent the topmost layer in the arrangement of PC workshop The Device bar is always visible making it easy to move from one device to another When you choose a device by clicking on it with the mouse the corresponding Module bar appears for most devices On this second layer functions and actions are grouped thematically After you click on a button on the Module bar the c
172. rt User s Manual 09 29 00 WaveView 6 7 File Edit View 6 8 WaveView Convert Data Files Runs the File Converter which converts any acquired data file to any of the supported data types Data Conversion Opens a dialog box which lets you set the data file conversion options that WaveView will Preferences apply automatically whenever you acquire data Open a WBK16 Loads a WBK16 sensor calibration table This command loads saved WBK 16 calibration Calibration File data WBK16 Only Note This selection is not available unless WaveView detects the presence of a WBK16 Closes WaveView Note Before WaveView exits it saves the current configuration in a file named WAVEVIEW CFG The next time you run WaveView this file is loaded automatically Make All Channels This command places an On in the On Off field of all channels Active Make All Channels This command places an Off in the On Off field of all channels If your channel scan Inactive includes only a few channels it may be easier to make all of the channels inactive then turn on only those few channels that you want Go To Row Opens a dialog box that lets you enter a channel number to be modified For hardware configurations that contain a large number of channels this is a faster method of moving around than using the scroll bars RI sottod col and cones is orten to ine seectea cels baion o o n selected cell and copies its contents to the sele
173. rt User s Manual 09 29 00 Hardware and Operation Reference 4 21 WavePort s Fan WavePort components are air cooled and cooling to ambient occurs as long as the surrounding environment is cooler than the unit When the unit becomes too warm for ambient cooling a temperature sensor signals the fan to run The fan s speed varies depending on WavePort s internal temperature In cooler environments the fan operates at lower speeds thus reducing audible noise Typically if the modules are powered on or if the batteries are charging the fan will run Please don t block the Note that long term trickle charging is accomplished without the use of the fan fan or the vents To maintain sufficient cooling it is important to keep the fan and vents free of obstruction If the CHECK FAN indicator LED comes on you should 1 Check WavePort s cover plate If the plate feels hot turn the Module Power Switch to OFF 2 Verify that the fan is running If not proceed to step 6 3 Verify that the fan and the casing vents are not obstructed 4 Remove obstructions to the fan and vent if applicable 5 Ifthe fan s filter appears dirty or clogged replace it as described in Chapter 9 6 Ifthere appears to be a problem with overheating or with the fan contact your service representative 4 22 Hardware and Operation Reference 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual Software An Introduction 5 This section provides a brief summary
174. s e LPF Type WBK12 13 WBK14 WBK16 This column allows you to configure the low pass filter for the selected channel s When selecting a cell or block of cells in this column a selection box above the spreadsheet may or may not appear depending upon your particular hardware If the selection box appears it will display the appropriate low pass filter selections such as Elliptic or Linear for the WBK 12 13 allowed by your hardware Double clicking a cell in this column will toggle the filter type status A change in the low pass filter type for one channel will appropriately update any other affected channels e HPF Cutoff WBK14 WBK16 This column allows you to set the high pass filter cut off frequency for the selected channel s When a cell is selected a selection box above the spreadsheet will display the appropriate cut off frequency selections such as 0 1 Hz or 10 Hz fora WBK14 or DC and 10 Hz for a WBK16 to configure the filter s Double clicking a cell in this column will toggle the cut off frequency status A change in the high pass filter cut off frequency for one channel will appropriately update any other affected channels WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 WavevView 6 11 e Source Level WBK14 WBK16 This column allows you to apply or remove the source level for the selected channel s When selecting a cell or block of cells in this column a selection box above the spreadsheet may
175. s such as spreadsheets and databases Launch an independent application DIAdem to view file data recorded by WaveView Refer to Chapter 7 DIAdem for detailed information e View the acquisition in real time Me Wave iew WAYVEYIEW CFG Simulated Device File Edit View System Help O x mon gore oes z moon alon eoe ERE i es annel Configuration Channel Orn gt READINGS SIMULATION ero Cutoff Level pe T 0 002 CtrLo 69 206 CtrHi 11437 Dig 9 537 10 0t010 0 CHO 20000 00 Butternvorth 6 512 10 0to 10 07 CHO2 20000 00 Butherworth 3 551 10 0 to 10 07 CHOS 20000 00 Butterworth 10 0 to 10 0 CHO4 20000 00 Butterworth 10 0 to 10 0 CHOS 20000 00 Butterworth WaveView Configuration Main Window Item Description Item Description 1 Open Module Configuration Window 7 Open Acquisition Configuration Window 2 Make All Channels Active 8 Open WaveView Scope Window 3 Make All Channels Inactive 9 Open WaveView Direct to Disk Window 4 Fill Down copy selected cell to lower ones 10 View File Data launches DlAdem 5 Enable Spreadsheet Reading Column 11 Auto Zero Enabled Channels 6 Disable Spreadsheet Reading Column 12 Open WBK16 Sensor Calibration Window Software Startup amp Sample Acquisition The program installation CD ROM contains both a 16 bit and a 32 bit version of WaveView The figures in this chapter reflect the 32 bit version only Note that the16 bit vers
176. s 100000 00 Butterworth 0 1 Hz 2m 4 Module Configuration Excitation Source Ov E E Amplitude 1 00 YAMS a Offset oo Waveform Random Bandwidth 20 0 Hz Apply Close LPF On Turns On the low pass filter or selects to Bypass the filter LPF Cutoff Sets the low pass filter cutoff frequency HPF Cutoff Sets the high pass filter cutoff frequency Source Level Sets the current source output level From the Excitation Source region of Module Configuration you can select the Excitation source and Offset in volts You can also select the type of Waveform Sine or Random and the Frequency or Bandwidth WaveView and Module Configuration Windows WavePort PE units appear as a WaveBook with one WBK14 PE8 or two WBK 14s PE16 WavePort V units will appear as a WaveBook with one WBK10A V16 two WBK10As V24 or none V8 Note WBK14 related information does not apply to WavePort V units WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 WavevView 6 1 Introduction WaveView is a graphical Windows based program for use in WaveBook applications The program allows users to acquire data for immediate viewing or for storage to the PC s hard disk No programming knowledge is required by the user From WaveView you can Set up all analog or digital input parameters Acquire and save data to disk Send data to other Windows application
177. s DagssApplieations binw BE birn WaveView Direct to Disk Window Item Description Arm Trigger Stop Acquiring Auto Rearm Stop Rearming ORAON Control functions in the WaveView Direct To Disk window are available through the pull down menu or the toolbar The figure shows the menu the toolbar and each tool button In addition to the tool buttons there are status bars that display information about the data file and data conversion Status Indicates the current acquisition state of the WaveBook If there is no acquisition in progress the status is Idle During an acquisition the status steps through all or part of the following sequence Configuring Waiting For Trigger Triggered Transferring Graphing and then back to Idle Scans During an acquisition this field displays the current transfer count Afterwards it is the total scans in the previous acquisition A percent complete value is shown to the right of the scan count After an acquisition this normally reads 100 Activity Indicator During an acquisition a small window appears next to the status field that shows an animated sine wave This indicator is active whenever the acquisition status is not Idle Data File Name Displays base filename allows user to input filename using keyboard or Browse button Data File Path Displays the path of the root data directory All acquired and converted data is placed in subdirectories of this location Yo
178. s us to the second concept DIAdem s clear layout As a rule only the device which is currently being used is visible The others remain in the background The surface layer of a device is designed so that only the functions required for the task at hand are visible The third concept intuitive interface makes it easy for you to use DIAdem s full range of features All features can be activated by graphic symbols icons You can also make changes to an axis system directly on screen with the mouse And context menus accessed by clicking the right mouse button bring up context specific menus making it easy to set parameters for an object This document is an abbreviated manual designed for rapid familiarization with the free DIAdem VIEW device More detailed information is available in the DIAdem User s Manual that is distributed with Licensed Versions of DIAdem Note that all available DIAdem functions are explained in the program s online help Throughout the manual you will see sample tasks you can execute with DIAdem The steps demonstrate typical examples of the kind of work you can perform with each device Sections you can perform on your own computer are printed in italics The structure of the screen is based on a consistent operating logic In the following figure you will notice that the Device and Module Bars used to access functions are arranged vertically whereas the operating elements of the Function Bar are a
179. scans occur as pulses are input on the external clock pin The scan rate is set as Convention a fraction of the external clock rate by the Clock Divider eee setting The fastest scan rate is obtained from a clock divider Type immediate F setting of 1 A setting of 10 would take one scan every tenth pulse Acquisition Configuration External Clock WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 WaveView 6 13 Trigger Types The Trigger selection pull down list allows you to select the triggering method to start the scan The figure shows the various triggering options available Immediate Triggering starts immediately when the Arm toolbar button of WaveView Scope is clicked Manual Prior to acquiring data the system must first be armed by clicking on the Arm toolbar button of WaveView Scope Triggering starts when the Trigger button is clicked Digital Selecting Digital brings 2 triggering options to the Trigger selection box allowing you to select either a Rising or Falling edge trigger The TTL trigger signal connects to pin TTLTRG of the Digital I O amp Trigger port on the WaveBook front panel Channel I Analog This option allows you to set up additional parameters for the acquisition of analog data Several new items are added to the Trigger selection box including options for the Trigger Condition and Trigger Threshold The selections for trigger correspond to the following trigger conditi
180. ser dialogs enable you to intervene interactively while the Autosequence is running DIAdem has various interfaces for linking external applications data is exchanged with other Windows applications via DDE and OLE and with databases via ODBC SQL External hardware drivers OPC server can be accessed via OPC Via the TCP IP interface measured data can be exchanged online between DIAdem PCs within a network The DLL interface GPI in DIAdem can be used to integrate measurement hardware data file drivers commands and variables 09 00 DIAdem DiAdem Quick Start Reference Note DIAdem s Help Menu represented by a question mark in the tool bar contains a great deal of helpful information including examples and user tips pertaining to all of the DIAdem software features and options Installing DIAdem Minimum System Requirements IBM compatible computer 80386 with coprocessor Minimum 66 MHz At least 8 MB RAM 16 MB RAM or more recommended At least 20 MB of available disk space Microsoft Windows version 3 1 Windows95 98 or WindowsNT Minimum monitor resolution 800 x 600 pixels Installation Steps Note More than likely you installed DIAdem during the installation of the primary Data Acquisition Software for your device If you already installed DIAdem please ignore the following steps 1 Install Software Hae ET Software Master Setup a Insert the install CD ROM and wait for Data Acq uisitio
181. soft C C API support Microsoft VB API support Borland Delphi API support Daq Configuration Control Panel Applet Program User s Manual PDF Upon installation the user needs to run the Dag Configuration Control Panel applet The applet is used to configure WavePort for an appropriate LPT port This must be performed in order for the application to access WavePort through the Windows NT or Windows 95 98 2000 driver Note From the perspective of software the WavePort devices appear as follows e WavePort PE8 a WaveBook 516 connected to one WBK14 module e WavePort PE16 a WaveBook 516 connected to two WBK14 modules e WavePort V8 a WaveBook 516 e WavePort V16 a WaveBook 516 connected to a WBK10 module e WavePort V24 a WaveBook 516 connected to two WBK10 modules WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 Troubleshooting 8 1 Driver Support The daqX API can be used with WaveBook WavePort DaqBook DaqBoard Daq PC Card and TempBook product lines All daqX functions share the daq prefix The API support examples can be found in the installed directory LANGS WAVEBOOK Connection Problems If communications cannot be established with the WavePort or if trying to connect causes the system to hang or crash try the following Verify that the MODULE POWER switch is set to ON and that the MODULES ON indicator is lit Check to make sure that the Notebook PC communication cable is properly connected to the WavePort s DB25 co
182. st failure may indicate a lack of availability of the resource or a possible resource conflict Base Address Test This resource test checks the base address for the selected parallel port Failure of this test may indicate that the parallel port is not properly configured within the system See relevant operating system and computer manufacturer s documentation to correct the problem Performance Tests These types of tests are intended to check various WaveBook functions using the current device configuration Performance tests provide quantitative results for each supported functional group Test results represent maximum rates the various operations can be performed The rates depend on the selected parallel port protocol and vary according to port hardware capabilities WaveBook Properties Test Hardware z4 Dag Configuration Prior to testing please make sure your device is connected to the PC IF pour computer does not respond for 30 seconds please reboot and change the settings in the configuration utility Test Results Resource Tests Base Address Test gt Passed Interrupt Level Test gt Passed Performance Tests Adc Fifo Input Speed gt 103856 samples sec WEBESO FIFO Test OF Cancel Apply Daq Configuration Test Hardware Dialog Box WBK30 FIFO Test This performance test checks the data storing capabilities of the optional WBK30 memory card When the test is completed
183. t gt gt l AIJ I AJ l MOSFET C Amplifier Input NN l Constant Bias Current l Voltage i 2 or 4 mA l Crystal R 30 VDC GND ee Sensors OO WBKI4 Accelerometer Circuit The MOSFET circuit will bias off at approximately 12 V in the quiet state As the system is excited voltage is developed across the crystal and applied to the gate of the MOSFET This voltage will cause linear variation in the impedance of the MOSFET and a proportional change in bias voltage This voltage change will be coupled to the WBK14 input amplifier through the capacitor C The value of R and the internal capacitance of the piezoelectric crystal control the low frequency corner Units weighing only a few grams can provide high level outputs up to 1 V g with response to frequencies below 1 Hz Accelerometer Specification Parameters Noise in Accelerometers The noise floor or resolution specifies lowest discernible amplitude minimum g that can be measured There are two main sources of noise as follows e Noise from the crystal and microcircuit inside the accelerometer Some types of crystals such as quartz are inherently more noisy than others A good noise floor is 10 to 20 uV e Noise from electrical activity on the mounting surface Since the signal from the accelerometer is a voltage 60 Hz or other voltages ground loop etc can interfere with the signal The best protection is to electrically isolate
184. ta converter s File menu and clicking en Preferences This opens a dialog box displaying a E a list of formats into which your data can be z converted qa File Converter Preferences Subdirector R32 Dl dem H ASCII Test Spreadsheet THT TH ASCII Preferences If there is not a check mark next to the DIAdem item click on it once to check it H DADISP DAT HED SDADISP Note You can select additional file formats for el ad oe cael other application uses but for our Quick Start Selecting the DIAdem File Format purposes we only need to select the DIAdem format 4 Click the Convert Button on the data converter s tool bar A dialog box will appear that is similar to the Open File dialog used by many programs see following figure Note that this directory differs for each of the View programs If this is the first time that you are converting files of this type you will have to navigate to the directory containing your data For example to get to data_gg iot as shown if the following figure we navigated as follows E XFER BIN DATA GG IOT Note that this is the path that was identified earlier in our example application s Data Destination for the binary file on page QS 4 Fy DagqConvert Chart iew Binary x File Convert aw 2elect File s To Convert Look in BIN a fe Modified m TRE Binan D 117 30 59 3 43 32 PM Pl data og iot 4 Source File s data_og iot
185. tal I O External Clock TTL Trigger Chassis Ground Analog Common WavePort PE16 Signal Panel Reference Notes Additional information regarding WavePort signal connections appears elsewhere in this manual Chapter 4 Hardware and Operation Reference includes details regarding signal connections Chapter 6 Wave View includes information regarding channel configuration Chapter 9 contains maintenance intended environment and transportation information Chapter 10 provides device specifications WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 An Introduction to WavePort 2 3 WavePort PE8 WavePort PE8 can measure up to eight channels of voltages within 10V and up to 8 channels of ICP transducer excitation The unit receives its channel input signals through two columns of eight BNC connectors 16 channel inputs total The columns are labeled MODULE 1 and WAVEBOOK In addition to the channel input BNCs WAVEBOOK contains a BNC for PULSE Trigger Input and MODULE 1 include one BNCs for filter clock input FILTER CLK IN and another BNC for EXCITATION SOURCE OUT see following figure The signal panel includes a DB25 connector for DIGITAL I O EXT CLOCK external clock and TTL TRIGGER Connection nodes for CHASSIS ground and ANALOG COMMON are also provided Module 1 Dynamic Signal Conditioning CH1 1 through CH1 8 WaveBook Analog Inputs CH1 through CH8 Analog Inputs via BNC Connectors e 16 bit resolution e Sof
186. that are often changed are at the top of the dialog box hierarchy In the graph and axis definition for example a quick glance reveals which data channels are represented and how These can be changed directly on the top layer Less common options are located one layer deeper to allow room for the essential ones They can be reached by a button Standard features such as OK Cancel Delete Change and Close are also accessed by buttons The Help button is always in the bottom right hand corner It provides explanations of the individual dialog parameters Default Settings for Functions Default zetting Reset Edit Autosequence Activate Default setting on the function bar use right mouse button The properties of any object can be changed at any time and maintained in a diagram or block diagram see the explanation of dialog boxes above These settings however apply only to the object at hand or the mathematical function which has just been called The next time the mathematical function is called the default setting will appear again To change settings permanently use Default setting To reach the default settings for a function click on the Function bar with the right mouse button for example on an analysis symbol in the optional DiAdem CALC device A context menu appears which includes the Default setting Activate this menu item with the left mouse key and the appropriate configuration dialog box will appear
187. the Function bar The selected axis system is indicated in the upper left hand corner of the Working area The function bar is the same in all the DIAdem devices Autosequences that are used frequently can be assigned to these symbols and are thus available in all the devices The Working Area l Mouse pointer E S l E s E i 8 Marking a frame around an object Dialog Boxes All settings for objects are handled in dialog boxes When you select a device the Working area is automatically filled with a pattern The same procedure is always used for working with objects a left button mouse click is used to activate left double click to set parameters and right mouse click to open context menus If you have the optional DIAdem GRAPH device Click on one of the 2D axis systems You will notice light gray marking at the corners and at the middle of each side of the active axis system If you click inside the markings again and hold the left mouse button down you can move the axis system When you pull on one of the marks the axis system increase in size correspondingly You can pull by clicking with the mouse and holding the left button down while you move the mouse If you pull the marks on the sides the axis system will increase in size horizontally or vertically If you pull on a corner mark you will zoom the entire axis system Generally dialog boxes are used to associate data with objects such as axis syste
188. the accelerometer Sensitivity The sensitivity of an accelerometer is defined as its output voltage per unit input of motion The unit of motion used is g One g is equal to the gravitational acceleration at the Earth s surface which is 32 2 ft sec sec or 981 cm sec sec The output is usually specified in millivolts per g mV g Sensitivity is usually specified under defined conditions such as frequency testing levels and temperature An example 100 mV g at a frequency of 100 Hz level 1 g at 72 F Note that although a sensor may have a typical sensitivity of 100 mV g its actual sensitivity could range from 95 to 105 mV g when checked under stated conditions Manufacturers usually provide sensor calibration values Appendix A Using Accelerometers 04 06 00 A 1 Transverse Sensitivity An accelerometer is designed to have one major axis of sensitivity usually perpendicular to the base and co linear with its major cylindrical axis The output caused by the motion perpendicular to the sensing axis is called transverse sensitivity This value varies with angle and frequency and typically is less than 5 of the basic sensitivity Base Strain Sensitivity An accelerometer s base strain sensitivity is the output caused by a deformation of the base due to bending in the mounting structure In measurements on large structures with low natural frequencies significant bending may occur Units with low base
189. the corresponding data properties are displayed in sorted table format With DIAdem VIEW you can view data or look at it under the magnifying glass The Working area is divided into several axis systems to facilitate viewing Curve sections can be deleted and recalculated DIAdem CALC lets you evaluate data mathematically Each mathematical operation can be performed with custom parameters or configured with permanent default settings Individual calculations are documented in the background in the form of a script With DIAdem GRAPH you can document data in presentation format Represent your information using graphs bars or tables You can also embed in background graphics With DIAdem DAC Data Acquisition and Control you can process data online Measurement and control tasks are described graphically and are divided into four separate layers the data layer the Packet Processing layer the control layer and the system layer With DIAdem VISUAL your terminal becomes a real time display instrument The wide range of indicator and input instruments and the capability of linking in images and image sequences allow you to simulate any number of measurement instruments and situations real world instrumentation DIAdem AUTO allows you to automate procedures as Autosequences Procedures can be recorded interactively and then run off any number of times with results that can be accessed by all the DIAdem devices DIAdem u
190. then clicking on the last channel while the Shift Key is held down You can mark separate non contiguous data channels in the same manner click on the channels with the left mouse button while the Control Key is held down Click on the right mouse button Choose the option Cut from the Context menu After confirmation the marked channels will be deleted from the Data area and copied into the Windows clipboard Click with the mouse on the second line of the channel overview Paste in the contents of the clipboard with lt CTRL V gt DlAdem DATA Example dat OF Xx i File Edit Options window x Dae am No GPA Channel Name Length Comment 0 driving time speed of car number of revolutions course of torque 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 04 19 00 DlAdem The PC Workshop 7 25 Saving and Opening Data Sets Data in the Data area is only present during program runtime It is deleted as soon as a new data set is opened in DIAdem DATA or when the program is terminated To use this data in the future you must save it to the hard drive a To save the data set click on the corresponding symbol in the Tool bar Save the edited data set to the demo path diadem demo dat under the name examplel dat The data set can also be Page aves saved directly with its name using the file menu A bit of theory as soon as you have saved data DIAdem stores two files with the same names on the data pat
191. ting Data 7 27 Viewing Data as Graphs 7 28 Graph Definitions Entering amp Deleting Graphs in an Axis System 1 28 Using the Graphics Cursor in DlIAdem View 7 29 Using the Cursor Position to Measure a Graph 7 29 Graph Legend Displaying the Axis Oriented Display 7 30 Global Coordinate Display Displaying Cursor Coordinates in Overview Format 7 31 Axis local Scaling Various Graphs in one Axis System for Clarity 1 31 How to Copy or Delete a Graph 7 32 Using Zoom Scrolling amp Screen Partition 7 33 Zoom Enlarging Graph Segments 7 33 Scrolling Through Graph Segments 1 34 Screen Partition Re arranging Axis Systems DIAdem is owned and registered by GfS Systemtechnik GmbH amp Co KG GfS Systemtechnik GmbH amp Co KG maintains the copyright to the material presented in this chapter unless otherwise noted or implied DIAdem 09 00 DIAdem Quick Start Guide 7 1 Preface Devices and Interfaces of DiAdem the PC Workshop DIAdem the PC workshop provides solutions for your technical tasks It is made up of seven components called devices aa DIAdem DATA DIAdem VIEW Fi DIAdem CALC Ere DIAdem DAC Sheo 4 e DIAdem VISUAL 1 2 DiAdem Quick Start Guide DIAdem DATA manages data sets Data can be processed individually in blocks or in channels Data is displayed for overview in data channels
192. tion program s main window click the View Data button This launches the DIAdem program DIAdem s main window will appear with waveforms from the most recently acquired file DlAdem Otech SHELL IEW 9399 60000 VIEW Miel x ea Fille View Cursor Options Window 7 x BWV Peed a Q28 DNB E te 7 Ae e979 LLL DlAdem Aubosequences 2 DIAdem s Main Window Showing Graphs for Three Channels Tip We recommend that you review sections 1 2 and 3 of this document as well as DIAdem s help files The section entitled Where to go from here on page QS 10 includes instruction on accessing the help files and identifies the various help topics DIAdem 09 00 DIAdem Quick Start Guide 7 5 Using DlAdem with ChartView This method must be used for data acquisition gChartView N programs that have no integrated converter capable Pie eet Sew ceaee Bae ee evr ee of converting raw binary data to the DIAdem data ae 1 gt un EEE format feof Er J Tee your acquisition ener fa ce a Chart View ChartView has no direct support for DIAdem Inthis a quire and save data in binary formal 4 case a stand alone file converter is used to convert Pee eee eee eee ee binary data to the DIAdem format aa aat a A Data Note The Data Conversion Utility file converter Use the Data Conversion Utility to pana laa is installed automatically when you install P
193. tions of devices are arranged so that the design and functionality and characteristics of each DIAdem device are discussed first then you learn how to work with the device You can access the main Help file in DIAdem through Contents in the Help menu Working with DIAdem in general and the DIAdem devices in particular are described here These explanations are intended for the user who wants to learn the basics about the design of the program and how to use it On the other hand if you need to learn something about a specific concept or a special topic use the menu item Search for Help on Enter a search concept Then choose from the list of subjects the one which best answers your question The Glossary is especially useful as a source of DIAdem definitions 7 18 DlAdem The PC Workshop 04 22 00 DIAdem The Report is a DIAdem record of the previous DIAdem sessions with the start and finish of each work session along with error messages and warnings and the corresponding dates and times You can find out more about the nature and meaning of these messages from Report in the Options menu You can also delete the report there Active Help Demos and Examples dje Sample demos in Help Start Exa Copy and Insert General Farameter file Device specitic Memor management GPI OLL Registration Report Desktop Settings The examples and demos are in general intended as solutions
194. ts Latency 300ns Multi Channel Analog Trigger up to 72 channels Range Selectable per channel to input range Latency 2us channel plus 4us maximum TTL Trigger Input Signal Range 0 5V Input Characteristics TTL compatible with 10K ohm pull up resistor Input Protection Zener clamped 0 7 to 5V Latency 300ns Software Trigger Latency 100us typical Pulse Trigger Input Signal Range 0 5V Input Characteristics 75 ohms Input Protection 10V maximum Minimum Pulse Width 100ns Latency 300ns WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 Specifications 10 5 WavePort V Specifications External Clock Connector Available on DB25 digital input Input Signal Range 5V TTL compatible Input Characteristics 50K ohms pull up to 5V in parallel with 50pF Input Protection Zener clamped 0 7 to 5V Delay 200ns Signal Slew Rate Requirement 20V us minimum Rate Up to 1MHz Divisor ratio Divide by 1 through 255 selectable Clock Counter Accuracy lt 0 02 error Clock Counter Range 0 01Hz to 100KHz Sequencer Operation Programmable for channel gain and for unipolar bipolar range in random order Depth 128 location Channel to Channel Rate 1 0 1 1us channel all channels equal Maximum Repeat Rate 1MHz Minimum Repeat Rate 100 seconds per scan Expansion Channel Sample Rate Same as on board channels High Speed Digital Inputs General Purpose Outputs Connector DB25 Female Configuration 16 TTL compatible pins selectable for input or
195. ts Column Select a channel s units in one of two ways 1 Click in a channel s Units cell then select the desired units from the pull down menu 2 Double click in a channel s Units cell to cycle through the units Note that when the mX b dialog box appears you need to click OK to continue cycling Note You can use the mX b equation to adjust a channel s scale and offset You can enter user defined units from the mX b dialog box Configure Acquisition The following text describes how to configure an acquisition After completing channel configuration select the Acquisition Configuration option from the View menu or the tool bar The following figure represents the Acquisition Configuration dialog box The parameters shown are a result of the values entered below Acquisition Configuration Duration Internal External Fre T rigger 1000 scans Post T rigger 5000 scans Convention Scans Frequency Triggering ce Manual Acquisition Configuration Dialog Box Triggering Type Manual Scanning Duration Convention Scans Pre Trigger 1000 scans Post Trigger 5000 scans Scanning Rate Clock Internal Convention Frequency Pre Trigger 50 kHz Post Trigger 50 kHz After entering the values click the Close button to set the acquisition parameters WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 WaveView 6 5 6 6 WaveView Collect Data The following text describes how to collect data for a sampl
196. tware selectable for unipolar or bipolar operation e Gain Ranges x1 2 5 10 20 50 100 and 200 e Input Ranges 5V 2 5V 1V e Unipolar Ranges 500 mV 250 mV 0 to 10V 100 mV 50 mV 0 to 4V and 25 mV peak 0 to 2V e Bipolar Ranges 10V 5V 2V 1 V e Maximum Overvoltage 30 VDC AC Coupled Only BNC shells are analog common DC Coupled Only Fully Differential See Chapter 6 Wave View and Chapter 10 Specifications for additional information See Chapter 6 Wave View and Chapter 10 Specifications for additional information Filter Clock In Pulse Trigger Input Input Signal Range 5V Input Characteristics 75 Q Input Protection 10V max Minimum Pulse Width 100 ns Maximum Pulse Width 0 8 sec Latency 300 ns Excitation Source Out Digital I O External Clock TTL Trigger Chassis Ground Analog Common WavePort PE8 Signal Panel Reference Notes Additional information regarding WavePort signal connections appears elsewhere in this manual Chapter 4 Hardware and Operation Reference includes details regarding signal connections Chapter 6 WaveView includes information regarding channel configuration Chapter 9 contains maintenance intended environment and transportation information Chapter 10 provides device specifications 2 4 An Introduction to WavePort 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual WavePort V8 WavePort V8 can measure up to eight channels of voltages within 10
197. u can press the Browse button to display a tree of all directories available to your computer Subdirectory Tree Display Shows the directory structure of the location where the data files are stored The presence of data subdirectories in the tree indicates the current data conversion setting For example if you see a DIAdem subdirectory you know that your data is automatically converted to the DIAdem format at the end of every acquisition Note If you double click on a branch of the tree Windows Explorer opens a folder view of that subdirectory WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 WaveView 6 21 Data Conversion Options Opens a dialog that allows you to set the data file conversion options that WaveView will apply automatically whenever you acquire data Auto Increment Filename checkbox If checked allows automatic change to the suffix of the Current Filename using the base Filename and the numbers in the Start End range If not checked Current Filename will be equal to base Filename The current Filename is shown at the bottom of the dialog box Reset Current Index button Resets current index and Current Filename to the Start Index Next Data File Displays the full path and file name of the next acquisition data file that will be created This field is most useful when the Auto Increment feature is enabled since WaveView constructs the filenames by combining the User File Name with the current file incr
198. ues Cancel Field partitioning Pos Type Widtt Contents YChnName 2 Y ChnDim PnityValue Pr s alue YChnName YChnDim PntyValue Pr s alue J Free text No of lines per curve OK Close the dialog with OK Now the channel name the channel unit the maximum value are displayed in the legend as well as the graph coordinates of the graphics cursor position which are updated continuously Legend with graph data DlAdem VIEW Biel E3 as well as the maximum value Eile View Cursor Options Window 2 os l x Dy BE lek AY AL A t del 2 o MN 74 LL as the result of a formula Maximum value mis 43 42463 16 14454 og A E e E Hie aara 7 30 DlAdem VIEW Viewing Measuring amp Editing Data 04 19 00 DIAdem Global Coordinate Display Displaying Cursor Coordinates in Overview Format El Coordinate display Coordinate display with frame cursor coordinates The current coordinates of the graphics cursor represented in the unit of measure of the active axis system are shown in the status line You can also choose to have an overview of the coordinate display First activate the frame cursor Then turn on the coordinate display in the Tool bar A window appears with the current cursor coordinates of the active axis system This window may be positioned anywhere on the screen For the frame cursor the X and Y coordinates and the distances for horizontal and vertical cursor
199. ut Signal Range 5V TTL compatible Input Characteristics 50K ohms pull up to 5V in parallel with 50pF Input Protection Zener clamped 0 7 to 5V Delay 200ns Signal Slew Rate Requirement 20V us minimum Rate Up to 1MHz Divisor ratio Divide by 1 through 255 selectable Clock Counter Accuracy lt 0 02 error Clock Counter Range 0 01Hz to 100KHz 10 2 Specifications 09 29 00 WavePort User s Manual WavePort PE Specifications Sequencer Operation Programmable for channel gain and for unipolar bipolar range in random order Depth 128 location Channel to Channel Rate 1 0 1 1us channel all channels equal Maximum Repeat Rate 1MHz Minimum Repeat Rate 100 seconds per scan Expansion Channel Sample Rate Same as on board channels High Speed Digital Inputs General Purpose Outputs Connector DB25 Female Configuration 16 TTL compatible pins selectable for input or output Input Characteristics TTL compatible Output Characteristics ALS TTL output in series with 33 ohms Output Updates Outputs may be changed via program control Input Output Protection Diode clamped to ground and 5V External Clock Pin 20 General Specifications Warm up 30 minutes to rated specifications Environment Operating 10 to 55 C 0 95 RH non condensing Storage 40 to 70 C Power Consumption 100W max plus Notebook Power utilized SOW max AC Power Input Range 100 240VAC 90 260VAC allowable 50 400Hz DC Power Input Range 12 30VDC Char
200. w does not enforce this WavePort User s Manual 09 29 00 Hardware and Operation Reference 4 15 Power Aspects Fuses 2 Amp l Notebook Power Type T 250 Volts Line Input from line 100 to 240 VAC opale 150 Watt Max See WARNING In line DC Power Input 12 to 30 VDC Indicator Lights Battery Modules On Check Fan For Battery Indicator ON Charging OFF Not Charging Blink Low Battery WavePort s Power Related Aspects WARNING The Notebook Power receptacle is LIVE whenever WavePort is plugged into a live AC power source The Module Power Switch can not be used to turn this receptacle Off WavePort contains no user serviceable components Do not remove WavePort s cover plate Lethal voltages are present which could cause serious injury or death WavePort can receive power from one of three sources From External AC Connect the AC power cord to the LINE INPUT 100 to 240 VAC receptacle on WavePort s cover plate then plug the cord into a standard AC outlet After the power cord is properly connected turn WavePort s Module Power Switch On Note that the external AC power is also used to supply the Notebook power receptacle As long as AC power is supplied to WavePort the Notebook receptacle will have power The Module Power Switch is not in line with the receptacle and cannot be used to turn it off From External DC Connect the DC power cord to the DC Pow
201. y after a rising edge on the TTL level occurs Optionally the external clock may be divided by a factor of 1 to 255 This pre scaling allows the user to select a reduced scan rate Acquisition Configuration Scanning Duration Internal External Laws Pre T rigger 0 scans Clock Divider 1 255 Bg Fost T rigger 4000 scans Convention Triggering Type Immediate x l Acquisition Configuration Dialog Box with External Clock Enabled Note The Clock Divider can be set from 1 to 255 The WAVEBOOK module has a 32 bit internal counter that calculates and reports the external clock s period The counter can be read with each scan of the analog data This is often beneficial in later analysis when there is a need to correlate physical phenomena with speed The counter channel actually consists of two independent channels CtrLo and CtrHi These can be turned On in the Channel Configuration Spreadsheet When enabled the low CtrLo then high CtrH1 words of the counter will be configured in each scan Note that the spreadsheet s Units column can be used to view a predefined period in units of seconds ms or usec WaveView can be configured to read only the low word of the counter data CtrLo On CtrHi Off This decreases the minimum scan period by 1 usec This LoCtr only option can be used only when the external clock frequency is greater than 305 Hz 20 000 000 MHz 65536 Note that WaveVie
202. ystem 7 34 DlAdem VIEW Viewing Measuring amp Editing Data 04 19 00 DIAdem Screen Partition Re arranging Axis Systems E E BEL BRE me lLO Two systems of the same size in a vertical row O Delete all graphs mA NA LE le OPS FG ree TL Autosequences for graph manipulation and transformation DIAdem Depending on the task three axis systems may be too few or too many in order to view and compare graph sections of one or more graphs Modules with both regular and irregular screen partitions are available for this purpose For the following example the number of axis systems is to be reduced to two Click to the function group of the regular screen partitions with the four squares Select the two axis systems that are arranged underneath each other The defined graphs are retained in all axis systems Note that since graphs had been previously entered in more axis systems than are selected now the extra graph definition is automatically lost Even if three axis systems were to be selected in a subsequent step the third axis system remains without graph entries For further graphical analyses of the same or other data all the defined graphs in all the axis systems can be deleted in one go with the icon Delete all graphs in the toolbar of commands Special functions for graph manipulation and for documentation as a diagram are realized as Autosequences and require the Autosequenc

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