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1. 5 Volts 985 mA typical 1245 mA max Fuse Type 5 x 20 mm Bussman GMA 1 2 Bus XT AT or compatible Physical Size 13 25 X 4 20 Weight 11 oz Environmental Operating Temperature Range 0 to 50 C Storage Temperature Range 20 to 70 C Humidity 0 to 90 non condensing Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Introduction Manual 1 5 ORDERING INFORMATION Table 1 1 lists the part numbers for the PCIP DMM A and its accessories A brief descrip tion of each is provided Refer to the MetraByte Catalog for more information or call Metra Byte s Technical Support Department See Chapter 7 Table 1 1 Ordering Information PCIP DMM A 41 2 Digit Multimeter board for the IBM PC XT AT or IBM PS 2 model 25 30 TCP BAN Dual banana clip plug to clip ball test leads for direct plug in to PCIP DMM A s terminal posts TCP DBB Dual banana plug to BNC adapter Allows connection of a BNC cable to PCIP DMM A TCP MCB Dual Micro clips to BNC adapter Allows direct connection of micro clips toa BNC connector cable TCP ACB Dual alligator clips to BNC adapter Allows connection of alligator plug to BNC cable Male Male BNC cable 5 long Male Male BNC cable 15 long C BMM 5 C BMM 15 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE
2. I O Operations 1 Don t use rewind to switch from Input to Output mode Instead use fclose and then re open the file 2 Strings are OUTPUT using the fprintf function 3 Use the fgets to INPUT strings 4 After each fprintf be sure to call f flush This will flush the output buffer and write an output string immediately Otherwise the output strings will be buffered and the device may fail due to overflow Error Strings 1 When flush is called an EOF will be returned if a write error occurred 2 The driver can return any of three diagnostic error strings These are terminated by a CR LF or a newline sequence 3 Note that the fscanf function will not execute correctly due to the whitespace blanks line feeds contained in the returned diagnostic error strings Use fgets instead This function treats the CR LF sequence as string delimiters 6 30 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming Examples main Opening the Device for I O FILE DMM if DMM fopen SDMM r NULL printf Error Opening Device n exit 1 em Other code here OutCommand CommandSt ring A Function That Outputs char CommandString A String of Commands to a Device called DMM fprintf DMM s n CommandString if fflush DMM EOF GetError defi
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4. The CAUTION heading in a manual explains hazards that could damage the instrument Such damage may invalidate the warranty Instrumentation and accessories shall not be connected to humans Before performing any maintenance disconnect the line cord and all test cables To maintain protection from electric shock and fire replacement components in mains circuits including the power transformer test leads and input jacks must be purchased from Keithley Instruments Standard fuses with applicable national safety approvals may be used 1f the rating and type are the same Other components that are not safety related may be purchased from other suppliers as long as they are equivalent to the original component Note that selected parts should be purchased only through Keithley Instruments to maintain accuracy and functionality of the product If you are unsure about the applicability of a replacement component call a Keithley Instruments office for information To clean an instrument use a damp cloth or mild water based cleaner Clean the exterior of the instrument only Do not apply cleaner directly to the instrument or allow liquids to enter or spill on the instrument Products that consist of a circuit board with no case or chassis e g data acquisition board for installation into a computer should never require cleaning if handled according to instructions If the board becomes contaminated and operation is affected the board should be ret
5. Visit our website at http www keithley com Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com WARRANTY Hardware Keithley Instruments Inc warrants that for a period of one 1 year from the date of shipment 3 years for Models 2000 2001 2002 2010 and 2700 the Keithley Hardware product will be free from defects in materials or workmanship This warranty will be honored provided the defect has not been caused by use of the Keithley Hardware not in accordance with the instructions for the product This warranty shall be null and void upon 1 any modification of Keithley Hardware that is made by other than Keithley and not approved in writing by Keithley or 2 operation of the Keithley Hardware outside of the environmental specifications therefore Upon receiving notification of a defect in the Keithley Hardware during the warranty period Keithley will at its option either repair or replace such Keithley Hardware During the first ninety days of the warranty period Keithley will at its option supply the necessary on site labor to return the product to the condition prior to the notification of a defect Failure to notify Keithley of a defect during the warranty shall relieve Keithley of its obligations and liabilities under this warranty Other Hardware The portion of the product that is not manufactured by Keithley Other Hardware shall not be covered by this warranty and
6. Do not connect switching cards directly to unlimited power circuits They are intended to be used with impedance limited sources NEVER connect switching cards directly to AC mains When connecting sources to switching cards install protective devices to limit fault current and voltage to the card Before operating an instrument make sure the line cord is connected to a properly grounded power receptacle Inspect the connecting cables test leads and jumpers for possible wear cracks or breaks before each use 5 02 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com When installing equipment where access to the main power cord is restricted such as rack mounting a separate main input power disconnect device must be provided in close proximity to the equipment and within easy reach of the operator For maximum safety do not touch the product test cables or any other instruments while power is applied to the cir cuit under test ALWAYS remove power from the entire test system and discharge any capacitors before connecting or disconnecting cables or jumpers installing or removing switching cards or making internal changes such as in stalling or removing jumpers Do not touch any object that could provide a current path to the common side of the circuit under test or power line earth ground Always make measurements with dry hands while standing on a dry insulated surface capable o
7. SAmples s SEt FOrmat SCientific REadout SEt DAte OFf ON SEt FIle NAme filename SEt FIle MOde NEw OVerwrite APpend SEt REadout SEt STArt STOp SEt PAuse OFf ON SEt RElative N ON OFf SHow 1 2 DMM SETup WAIT ON OFf UNLock 6 4 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming de ee ae ee ee This command clears the internal I O buffers and current error conditions Syntax CLear Parameters None Examples clear cl clea Associated Error Messages 51 Unknown character encountered PIDE soe err This command is used to remove an Instrument e operating panel from the screen If multi ple instruments are installed the panel appearing on the top will be hidden Otherwise the instrument last opened in the file will be hidden Syntax HIde Parameters None Examples hid Associated Error Messages 51 Unknown character encountered 6 5 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual HOLD This command halts the PCIP DMM A from taking another measurement The PCIP DMM A will maintain the current reading Syntax HOld x Parameters x is the on off parameter When x is set to OFF the PCIP DMM A oper ates normally When x is set to ON the PCIP DMM A will maintain the current reading and n
8. The LS COM utility lets you load the PCIP DMM A driver files from the DOS command line Help is available for this utility The help screen briefly describes the function of syn tax for and a sample usage for LS COM To access help type Ls at the DOS prompt VLSYS To load the VI SYS driver type the following at the DOS prompt LS Path VI SYS HK x MK m SK s Where HK designates the Help Key Whenever the indicated key x is pressed the help screen will be displayed if the PCIP DMM A is visible On line help consists 3 19 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Getting Started PCIP DMM A User s MK SK Examples Manual of a brief description of the PCIP DMM A a listing of current Key settings and a listing of all commands which can be incorporated into your applica tion programs x represents the key combination and or Ait plus one of the fol lowing a through through 10 0 through 9 Tab Esc or 2 spelled out For example CTRL D would indicate that and Lal would be pressed at the same time to bring up the help screen The default setting for the help key parameter is mie designates the Mode Select Key This key combination places the visible PCIP DMM A into keyboard entry mode Refer to the following section for more information m is the name of the key combination and or plus one of the followin
9. and 0 would be pressed at the same time to bring up the help screen The default setting for the help key parameter is Alt OI MK designates the Mode Select Key This key combination places the visible PCIP DMM A into keyboard entry mode Refer to the following section for more information mis the name of the key combination Ctr1 and or Alt plus one of the following a through 2 D through F10 0 through 9 fab Fab Bsa Esc or 2 It must be spelled out for example F1 assigns the function key at to be the Mode Select Key The default Mode Select Key is DC SK defines the Instrument Select Key If you have multiple MetraByte PCIP boards installed in your computer this key or key combination is used to toggle between their setup menus s is the name of the key or key combination Ctr1 and or Alt plus one the following a through 2 D through F109 through dE Esc 2 spelled out For example Alt I would indicate that er 1 must e pressed simultaneously The default Instrument Select Key is Alt Tab MONO determines which type of monitor is being used with the system Enter MONO COLOR for a monochrome monitor or COLOR for a color monitor COLOR is the default setting Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Getting Started Manual NOTE If optional parameters are not specified their defaul
10. 7 1 Pate DC EE 7 4 7 3 PCIP DMM AC Voltage EE eege Eeer 7 5 l 4 Resistance ee EE 7 6 7 9 AC C rrent EE 7 7 TO DC CUIremt EE 7 8 TABLE OF FIGURES Figure Page 2 1 Ee ee 2 2 2 2 Example Base Address Switch Setting 2 3 2 3 Utility Program Start Up SCreen cccsccicascsteascncssecsdeccansicaadvdincssddectvcantvenevsieanctennianses 2 4 e E Mmm Vg e nt EE 3 6 3 2 Selec Ung the Boot DIVE vs anisantersineesnnnsnscevaavndaledsnenieveadtuneniinesanendaapedexecesndensserousaedaes 3 7 3 3 Generating the Path Name toVlGyn 3 8 3 4 Specifying the Type of Moritor cece ccc ececeeceneeenecececeecerseeseceesseeseseseseeeeeenens 3 8 9 9 Delning the Help Eege 3 10 3 6 Delining the Mode geesde Re Ee 3 11 3 7 Defining the Instrument Select Hey 3 12 3 8 Confirming the System Getunp ccc ccc cec eee c eee ceececeeeneceeceeececeneceneeeaseseseeeeeess 3 13 oO Generating the DMM SYS Pain sess vnecsunisenannineronanweidsocesen lt ansu enpeainneesavensaierexeacsdenssanss 3 14 3 10 Pop Up Key DELIMU OR vc canssxssusuiadanadsntcninnrers didsiedinsuncesotbastedevieviasephercedauessat tevavernesoes 3 15 3 11 Selecting a Base AU GCS tee EE Ee 3 16 3 12 Confirming the PCIP DMM Getun 3 17 3 13 Creation of the new CONFIG SYS cccsceccnescececcectececscecceceecececcsessscectscseveseeess 3 18 3 14 EECH EENEG gg Ae 3 18 3 15 Utility Program Start Up Screen 3 24 Beals SCAP Fale EEN 4 2 4 2 The Data Logging Panel eren ees EES 4 4 S D
11. appended to it Otherwise the file will be created The default file mode is New Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Operating the PCIP DMM A PCIP DMM A User s Manual Date Stamp Enables On or Disables Off date stamping The current date can be tagged to the sample record The date is obtained from your computer s clock The default is Off 4 7 LOGGING DATA Logging can be done in either automatic or manual mode The desired mode is selected using the Data Logging Setup Panel described in section 4 6 Data Logging is activated as follows Manual Data Logging ee Select ManualLog from the Setup Panel each time you want to log data Automatic Data Logging ee Select StartLog from the Setup Panel The Keyword menu list will change to offer these options StopLog Pause and StartLog The Function and Range parameters cannot be changed while logging is occurring The Pause option can be selected to suspend data log ging Data logging will resume when Pauseor StartLog is chosen Automatic Logging stops once the desired number of samples is reached or when StopLog is selected Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Data File Structure CHAPTER 5 DATA FILE STRUCTURE 5 1 GENERAL This chapter describes the format of the PCIP DMM A data file 5 2 COMMENTS All com
12. calibrator to output 0 00 mA and enable the relative REL mode Verify that the reading is 0 00 0 01 H Set the calibrator to output 100 00 mA Verify that the displayed reading is within the limits specified in Table 7 6 Table 7 6 DC Current Values PCIP DMM A Range Applied DC Allowable Readings Current 2mA 1 0000 mA 0 9970 to 1 0030 20mA 10 000 mA 9 970 to 10 030 200 mA 100 00 mA 99 70 to 100 30 7 8 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOQURCE www artisantg com mees PCIP DMM A User s Manual Maintenance and Repair 7 4 CALIBRATION Calibration of the PCIP DMM A is performed at the factory prior to shipment It is recom mended however the PCIP DMM A be re calibrated every 6 months This will ensure that measurements remain accurate A calibration program CALDMM EXE is provided on the PCIP DMM A Distribution Disk This provides a step by step guide to calibrating the PCIP DMM A The program calibrates each of the nineteen different PCIP DMM A ranges and functions and store the calibration constants in the PCIP DMM A s non volatile memory Be sure to archive the original constants to a disk file using the UTILITY EXE program found on the PCIP DMM A Distribution Disk Refer to section 3 6 for more information regarding this pro gram To start the calibration program 1 Make sure you are in the correct directory At the DOS prompt type CALDMM 2 The Start Up scre
13. either or both the legal SHIFT KEYS CTRL and ALT plus 1 of the following character keys A through Z Fl through F10 0 through 9 TAB ESC The default INSTRUMENT SELECT KEY is ALT TAB The current INSTRUMENT SELECT KEY is CTRL I Enter one of the following o The definition for INSTRUMENT SELECT KEY followed by ENTER o ENTER to use default INSTRUMENT SELECT KEY o ESC to end entry Figure 3 7 Defining the Instrument Select Key 4 You will now be asked to confirm your selections See Figure 3 8 If you wish to change an entry press N and the program will return to the Boot Drive Selection Screen To return to DOS press Esc Otherwise press 3 12 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Getting Started Manual PCIP DMM Setup Program Drive letter for CONFIG SYS file C Full path name to VI SYS C DMM Declare type of monitor COLOR HELP KEY definition ALT MODE SELECT KEY definition F2 INSTRUMENT SELECT KEY definition CTRL I VI Setup CONFIRMATION Enter one of the following N if above entries are NOT OK ENTER to continue ESC to exit setup Figure 3 8 Confirming the System Setup 5 Next the program will ask you for the information required to setup the PCIP DMM A driver It first prompts you for the path name to the file DMM SYS See Figure
14. for the actual sample reading uuuu is the unit of current measurement Itis present in READOUT format only G A Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual 5 4 DATA SET FILE SAMPLE Data File Structure The following data file See Figure 5 3 is a typical example of file structure and recorded data Explanatory comments appear in this Typeface Instrument PCIP DMM x Date 08 27 90 Time 13 41 40 Log Mode Manual 000001 13 41 39 000 05 VDC 000002 13 41 41 000 06 VDC 000003 13 41 45 000 05 VDC 000004 13 41 47 000 06 VDC 000005 13 41 48 000 05 VDC 000006 13 41 49 000 06 VDC 000007 13 41 50 000 06 VDC 000008 13 41 51 000 06 VDC x Instrument PCIP DMM Date 08 27 90 Time 13 48 11 Samples 000005 Log Mode Auto Units VDC Start Data 000001 08 27 90 13 48 15 0 000002 08 27 90 13 48 21 0 000003 08 27 90 13 48 26 0 End Units ADC 000004 08 27 90 13 48 41 0 000005 08 27 90 13 48 46 0 End Begin File Header Begin recording data in manual mode Data is stored using Readout format File header for next set of data Ap pears only in File Append mode Begin recording data in Vdc in 2280E 0 automatic mode Data is stored in 2286E 0 Scientific format 2290E 0 Change unit of measurement to Adc 0002E 1 0002E 1 Figure 5 3 Example Data File 5 5 Artisan Techno
15. hints for using the PCIP DMM A device driver with high level languages such as Microsoft C 4 0 and higher TURBO C 1 0 1 5 Micro soft PASCAL 3 0 3 3 and 4 0 and TURBO PASCAL 4 0 5 x Each section gives specifics regarding opening the device I O operations and handling error strings An example program is given for each language 6 27 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual Microsoft C Versions 4 0 5 0 5 1 Keep the following rules in mind when creating application programs in Microsoft C Opening a Device 1 Use the fopen function with the r file mode parameter I O Operations 1 In versions 5 0 and higher before switching between read and write operations call the rewind function 2 Strings are OUTPUT using the fprintf function 3 Use the fgets to INPUT strings 4 After each fprintf be sure to call fflush This will flush the output buffer and write an output string immediately Otherwise the output strings will be buffered and the device may fail due to overflow Error Strings I When fflush is called an EOF will be returned if a write error occurred 2 The driver can return any of three diagnostic error strings These are terminated by a CR LF or newline sequence 3 Note that the fscanf function will not execute correctly due to the whitespace blanks line feeds cont
16. occurred during shipment The verification procedures may also be performed whenever the instrument accuracy is suspect or following calibration If performance on any of the ranges or functions is incon sistent with specifications calibration should be performed as described in the previous sec tion WARNING The following procedures require that high voltages may be applied to the input termi nals of the PCIP DMM A Obey standard safety precautions to avoid possible electrical shock which could result in personal injury or death 7 3 1 DC Voltage Accuracy Check TOP DMM REAR VIEW Figure 7 1 Connection of DC Calibrator to PCIP DMM A 7 2 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Maintenance and Repair CAUTION Do not exceed 250 V between the input HI and LO terminals Damage to the instrument may Occur 10 Select the 200mV dc range Connect the calibrator to the PCIP DMM A boards as shown in Figure 7 2 Set the calibrator to OV and enable the REL mode Check to see that the reading is 0 00 mV 0 01 mV Apply a positive 100 mV to the HI and LO input terminals The reading must be within the limits specified in Table 7 2 Select the 2 Vdc range on the PCIP DMM A Set the calibrator to output 0 V and enable the relative REL mode Check to see that the reading is 0 0000 V 0 0001V Apply a positive 1 0000 V to th
17. programmable reference resistor and the resistance to be measured The reference voltage is measured at a convenient time typically when a resistance range is first selected Then the voltage across the unknown resistance is mea sured The value of the unknown resistance is related to the reference voltage and reference resistor as follows Unknown Resistance Rx Voltage across Rx Vx Reference Resistor Rref Reference Voltage Vref Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Introduction Manual Rx Vx x Rref Vref Vx Range selection is accomplished by switching in the appropriate provided reference resistor 1 3 PCIP DMM A DISTRIBUTION DISKETTES The PCIP DMM A is shipped with a complete set of software drivers support utilities and examples Refer to the file FILES DOC for a complete listing of the files supplied The Soft ware is normally provided on 5 1 4 diskettes It is optionally available on 3 1 2 diskettes 1 4 SPECIFICATIONS This section lists the operating specifications for the PCIP DMM A board Input Impedance SR Settling Time 1 sec to within 3 counts of final reading on range Overload 250 Vdc or peak AC DC Voltage Accuracy of reading digits With zero set by REL function 1 Year 1 3 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www ar
18. that there are high voltages present at the PCIP DMM A inputs Power is supplied to the isolated side of the PCIP DMM A by a transformer coupled DC to DC converter A group of opto couplers are used to isolate the various control signals trav elling between the computer and these signals Voltage Mecesurermenfs mma Voltage measurements are made between the VOLT OHM and COMMON connectors on the PCIP DMM A There are four voltage ranges 200mV 2 V 20V and 200 V A program mable resistor divider network scales the input voltage signal and also provides 10 MOhm input impedance The signal is then buffered AC signals are routed to a true RMS TRMS converter which is set to give an output DC voltage equal to the RMS value of a signal applied to its input The signal is then routed to the analog to digital A D converter DC signals are routed directly to the A D converter Current Mecgetutermmienfg gt EOE Eee Current Measurements are made between the MA and COMMON connectors on the PCIP DMM A The PCIP DMM A is capable of measuring AC or DC current The current develops a voltage across a programmable shunt resistance on the PCIP DMM A This voltage signal is then routed to either the AC or DC converter and X10 amplifier used for voltage measurements Resistance Measurements n aaa a aaaaaaaaaaaaaum Resistance Measurements are made by a ratio technique A reference voltage is connected to a voltage divider formed by a known
19. the value of the base address Base address values may be given in either hex or decimal however if they are given in hex they must be preceded by an ampersand and an H i e amp H Make certain that the base address you give has not been already assigned to another peripheral NOTE If optional parameters are not specified their default values will be used STEP 3 RE BOOT THE PC Eee Press Ctr1 Ait e1 After the system start up screens are displayed a screen similar to Figure 3 1 should appear earen VI SYS loaded o Help Key is ALT H o Instrument Select Key is ALT TAB o Mode Select Key is ALT M KEKKKKK DMM SYS loaded o Pop Up Key is CTRL Fl o Base Address is 0310 hex Figure 3 1 Start Up Screen 3 5 2 Using DMMSETUP EXE to Modify the CONFIG SYS File If you prefer not to manipulate the CONFIG SYS file use the PCIP DMM A Setup Program This is a self explanatory program which is contained on the PCIP DMM A Disk Before you begin to run the PCIP DMM A make certain that the PCIP DMM A and its software have been installed correctly Make note of the Base Address Switch setting you will need this information later Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Getting Started Manual 1 Then change to the directory where your PCIP DMM A software has been loaded At the DOS prompt type DMMSETUP The program will then prompt you
20. www artisantg com Appendix B bech mt bech CO OO et O O m wv Oe OF CH bech D2 D0 sible bit settings and their 2 MOhm 200 V 200 KOhm 20 V 2 mA 20 KOhm 2V 20 mA 2 KOhm 200 mV 200 mA 200 Ohm Not Used Not Used Not Used PCIP DMM A User s Manual Table B 2 D5 D3 Settings These bit settings determine what is to be measured Table B 3 lists the pos meanings Note Determining the value of an unknown resistance requires two mea surements First the reference voltage must be measured Bits D2 D1 and D0 are set to 100 The two bytes of data which are read back are converted to a voltage Vref See Base Address 1 read Then the voltage across the unknown resistance must be measured Bits D2 D1 DO are set to 101 Again the data must be converted to a voltage VRx The Resistance Value is then found from the following equation where Rx is the unknown resistor Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation RX Vrx Vref Vrx B 4 Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Table B 3 D2 D0 Settings D br oo ecipion AC Voltage AC Current DC Voltage DC Current Reference Voltage Unknown Resistance Not Used Not Used bech bech bech bech C EH m O O m m OOD O mm EH bech E rh Appendix B Ge Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guara
21. www artisantg com Introduction PCIP DMM A User s Manual 1 6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This manual is designed for a knowledgeable computer user It assumes that the user is familiar with the PC and its operation At times it may be necessary to refer to the Opera tor s Manual provided with the computer and a reference manual for the language used in custom application programs Be sure to have these handy You may also find it useful to print out the example programs and the file README DOC This file provides additional information which may not be included in this manual Chapter 2 Installation describes unpacking and inspection procedures setting the base address and memory configuration switches installation of the board and how to connect peripherals Chapter 3 Getting Started tells you how to make copies of the PCIP DMM A Distribution Diskettes Additionally the chapter describes how to install the device drivers and modify your CONFIG SYS file This chapter also describes how to use the PCIP DMM A s Setup Panel to set the operating parameters Chapter 4 Operating the PCIP DMM A describes how to use the Setup and Data Log ging Panels Chapter 5 Data File Structure describes the format of the file to which data is logged Chapter 6 Programming describes the Language Independent Interface Commands and gives other programming information Chapter 7 Maintenance and Repair gives a procedure for cali
22. 0 5 and 5994 0 This value is the elapsed time in seconds between samples to be logged NOTE Rate values greater than 99 9 seconds are rounded down to the nearest 6 second multiple boundary and displayed as XX X minutes Set log rate 10 0 Specifies 10 0 Sec rate LOG RA 125 Specifies 2 0 Min rate 70 Unknown keyword following LOG command 76 Number Out of Range 0 5 lt r lt 5994 0 in seconds 77 Operation not allowed in Manual Mode 82 Operation not allowed when automatic logging is active SET LOG SAMPLES a This command defines the number of samples to save in automatic logging Syntax Parameters Examples Associated Error Messages SEt LOG SAmples s sis a value between 1 and 999999 samples Set log samples 100 Log 100 samples LOG SA 10 Log 10 samples 70 Unknown keyword following LOG command 75 Number Out of Range 1 lt s gt 999999 77 Operation not allowed in Manual Mode 82 Operation not allowed when automatic logging is active 6 16 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming SET LOG FORMAT This command specifies the format of the data to be saved Syntax Parameters Examples Associated Error Messages SEt LOG FOrmat x x can be SCientific or REadout Scientific format indicates that readings are Saved as x xxxxExx REadout format saves data as it appears on the 4 1 2 di
23. 001 08 27 90 13 48 15 2 0 2280E 0 000002 08 27 90 13 48 21 6 0 2286E 0 000003 08 27 90 13 48 26 8 0 2290E 0 End Figure 5 2 Data Section of the Data File Data records are printable ASCII records Each record ends with the CR and LF characters Data records are of the following format Optional fields appear in this typeface xxxxxx mm dd yy hh mm ss b bbbbbb er rrrr uuu 5 3 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Data File Structure PCIP DMM A User s Manual Where XXXXXX is the number of the reading This is a sequential number which will range from 1 to 999999 mm dd yy is an ptional date stamp field The PCIP DMM A must be programmed to date stamp records for this data to appear This field represents stan dard date format where mm is month da is day and yy is year This date is logged from your computer s clock hh mm ss s is the time at which the data was taken This time is provided by your computer s clock This field represents standard time format where hh is hours mmis minutes and ss s is seconds b bbbb is the actual sample reading This will appear either in READOUT 0 1000 mV or SCIENTIFIC 0 1000E 3 format depending on which format was selected r rrrr is an optional field containing the programmed relative value This value is displayed in either READOUT 41 2345 or SCIENTIFIC 1 2345E0 format depending on which is selected
24. 2 The program will respond with by displaying the first 2 lines of Figure 3 15 Enter the appropriate Base Address setting using the appropriate format Only Base Addresses greater than or equal to 256 decimal 100 hex are valid If an invalid base address is entered a beep sounds and a base address is prompted for again If a hex value is given in an unrecognizable format Valid format is amp H the following error message appears Redo from start Enter the Base Address Setting This is the PCIP DMM Utility Program Enter the Base Address Switch setting decimal or amp H For address 800 Hex 320 set switch as shown BASE ADDRESS 98 7 6 5 4 3 PCIP DMM not responding at selected base address Press Enter to continue Figure 3 15 Utility Program Start Up Screen 3 24 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Getting Started Manual 3 The program then checks to see if the Base Address Switch is appropriately set for the given base address If a valid base address is given the program draws a picture of the corresponding base address switch setting and checks to see that the installed board is at the given address If it is this message is displayed PCIP DMM is responding at selected base address Press Enter to continue If the board is not installed at the given base address you will be prompted as follows PCIP DMM i
25. 3 9 3 13 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Getting Started PCIP DMM A User s Manual PCIP DMM Setup Program Full path name to VI SYS C DMM Generate the path name to DMM SYS The default path is Ch The path in the current CONFIG SYS is C DMM Enter one of the following o The complete path to DMM SYS followed by ENTER o ENTER to use default path o Ese to exit Setup Figure 3 9 Generating the DMM SYS Path 6 The program then asks you to select a Pop Up Menu Key as shown in Figure 3 10 Whenever the Pop Up Menu Key is pressed the instrument s Pop Up Setup Menu will be displayed It is suggested that each type of instrument be assigned a different Pop Up Key The default setting for the Pop Up Menu Key is tz1 1 Keys may be a single function key F1 through F10 or a combination of keys Ctrl or Alt with another valid key Hot keys are specified by spelling out the key s used See Step 3 for specifics Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOQURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User Getting Started Manual PCIP DMM Setup Program Full path name to DMM SYS C DMM POP UP MENU KEY definition ALT P POP UP Key Definition The Pop Up Key is defined by spelling out either or both the legal SHIFT KEYS CTRL and ALT plus 1 of the following c
26. 70 Unknown keyword following LOG command 78 Operation not allowed in Automatic Mode 82 Operation not allowed when automatic logging is active SET LOG START STOP This command starts stops automatic data logging Syntax Parameters Examples Associated Error Messages SEt LOG x x can be STArt or STOp set log start Start automatic data logging log sto Stop automatic data logging 70 Unknown keyword following LOG command 77 Operation not allowed in Manual Mode 6 20 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming SET LOG PAUSE nnani This enables the pause resume function for automatic logging Syntax Parameters Examples Associated Error Messages SEt LOG PAuse x x can be ON pause or OFf resume set log pause on Enables pause function log pa of Resumes automatic data logging 70 Unknown keyword following LOG command 71 Unknown keyword detected use ON or OFf 77 Operation not allowed in Manual Mode 81 Pause is allowed only when auto logging is active 6 21 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual SET RANGE ss This command is used to select the range of the signal Syntax Parameters Examples Associated Error Messages SEt range_value units current_type
27. AC DC and ohms Common for all measurements Input for current measurement AC DC Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Getting Started Manual CHAPTER 3 GETTING STARTED 3 1 GENERAL This chapter describes the information necessary to begin operating the PCIP DMM A Instructions for making back up copies of the PCIP DMM A Diskette and modifying the CONFIG SYS file to include the necessary drivers are included Also provided in this chap ter are instructions for using the Pop Up Menu to set the PCIP DMM A s operating param eters 3 2 MAKING A BACK UP COPY OF THE SOFTWARE Before installing the PCIP DMM A software first create a back up copy of the PCIP DMM A Diskette s Follow the general procedure outlined below 1 Turn on your computer and display 2 Switch to the directory containing your DISKCOPY EXE DOS utility 3 At the DOS prompt type DISKCOPY source drive designator copy drive designator 4 The system will prompt you through the disk copying process Insert the source diskette into the specified drive Then it will ask you to insert the target disk into the other drive This is a blank formatted disk which is to be your back up disk When the copying process has been completed the computer will ask Copy another N EnterN 5 When your copy has been completed put the original disk is a safe place Label
28. B APPENDIX B REGISTER DESCRIPTIONS Table B 1 lists and describes the Registers and their base offsets More detailed informa tion regarding each register is provided in the paragraphs following the table It should be noted that RO is used to denote Read Only Registers and WO is used to denote Write Only Registers It is recommended that the user not utilize these registers directly but instead run the software provided on the PCIP DMM A Utility Disk The information provided in this section is provided for background purposes Table B 1 Register Map Base Address 0 Read Least significant byte from A D Write Not Used Base Address 1 Read Most significant byte from A D Write Function and Range Register Base Address 2 Read Read A D status after conversion complete Write Start A D conversion Base Address 3 Read Read Calibration Data Write Write Calibration Data Base Address 4 Read Read A D Polarity over underrange Write De select calibration non volatile RAM B 1 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Appendix B PCIP DMM A User s Manual Base Address 0 Read Least Significant Byte from A D This register contains the data from the least significant byte of the A D as shown in Figure B 1 D7 DO BIT BITS BITS BIT4 BIT3 BIT2 BITI ise Figure B 1 Least Significant Byte from A D Base Address 1 Read Most S
29. DRESS o ESC to exit Setup Figure 3 11 Selecting a Base Address 8 You will now be asked to confirm your selections See Figure 3 12 If you wish to change an entry press N and the program will return to the screen requesting a path name for the PCIP DMM A driver To return to DOS press Esc Otherwise press 3 16 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Getting Started Manual PCIP DMM Setup Program PCIP DMM Setup CONFIRMATION Enter one of the following o NI if above entries are NOT OK o ENTER to continue o ESC to exit setup Figure 3 12 Confirming the PCIP DMM A Setup 9 The program will back up your present CONFIG SYS file to the file CONFIG BAK and write the new set up information to the CONFIG SYS File The CONFIG SYS file is displayed An example is given in Figure 3 13 If your system already has a CONFIG BAK file you will be asked if it should be deleted as shown in Figure 3 14 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Getting Started PCIP DMM A User s Manual Backing old CONFIG SYS file to CONFIG BAK and creating new CONFIG SYS DEVICE C SYS ANSI SYS DEVICE C VI SYS HK ALT H MK ALT M SK ALT TAB DEVICE C DMM SYS PK CTRL F1 BA amp H310 files 20 buffers 10 Figure 3 13 Creation of the new CONFIG S
30. Dope ig E Sal ER EE 4 2 _ 46 IHE DATA LOGGING PANEL cessiissirseisincsneiresisonessivoresrorenanisrsot ere ki Keenan S ens di iissa 4 4 FP TIN A E 4 6 8 CHAPTER 5 DATA FILE STRUCTURE BR CGENERA EE 5 1 EE Eege 5 1 TP ae A A T EE EA gee cen eve E E S 5 1 54 DATASET TFILE SAMPLE EE 5 5 CHAPTER 6 SS PROGRAMMING eee BM IN EE 6 1 6 2 LANGUAGE INDEPENDENT INTERFACE COMMANUEG ciescsesceesecnseteeeseteeeees 6 1 Dee El Eeer 6 26 64 PROGRAMMING IR 6 27 gi V Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com CHAPTER 7 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR EET ee 7 1 7 2 TEST EQUIPMENT ccccssccsssscccsscccsscccsssccossccssssccsssesessssesssusesssecsessvecssucsessesssavessuccssesssuecsssesesseen 7 1 7 3 PERFORMANCE VERIEICATION nran 72 7 4 CALUIBRATION 7 9 7 5 FUSE REPLACEMENT e eee eeaeee eenen nonna n aone raana n kn raaa na anann kanaa aiaei nn 7 10 7 6 WARRANTY INFORMATION csccccssccssscccssscccsssccsssssccsssecessecssssesssuesessessscessusssssessseesssecsseee 7 10 7 7 RETURN TO FACTORY INFORMATION 7 11 APPENDIX A INSTALLING MULTIPLE PCIP TYPE INSTRUMENTS APPENDIX B REGISTER DESCRIPTIONS vi Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Table LIST OF TABLES Page een Ordening SUA eebe 1 7 2E OM SCS EE 2 5 6 1 Language Interface Commande PET 6 4 7 1 Test Equipment Specifications ek RANNER ENNEN
31. ES This command returns the current date stamping status Syntax Returns Examples Associated Error Messages REad LOG DAte The character number returned has the following meaning 0 Off Date stamping is disabled 1 On Date stamping is enabled REad LOG DAte 72 Unknown keyword following REad LOG command READ LOG FILE NAME This command returns the name of the file to which data is logged Syntax Returns Examples Associated Error Messages REad LOG FIle NAme The character string returned is the full filename including the drive and pathname rea Log fi nam 72 Unknown keyword following REad LOG command 73 Unknown keyword detected use NAme or MOde 6 11 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual READ LOG FILE MODE mmm This command returns the current file logging mode Syntax Returns Examples Associated Error Messages REad LOG FIle MOde The character number returned represents the file mode status as follows 0 New Data is written to a new file 1 Overwrite New data is written over data in an existing file 2 Append Data is added to the end of an existing file REad LOG FIle MOde 72 Unknown keyword following REad LOG command 73 Unknown keyword detected use NAme or MOde READ LOG STATUS SSeS This command returns the current data logging status
32. ErrorExplain 128 COUNT NULL exit 79 printf nError Explanation gt d ErrorExplain rewind COUNT Rewind Puts Device Back In Output Mode Figure 6 2 Opening the Language Interface File in C Nomenclature RuleS a eaaaaaaaaamamaaaamums This section presents a few nomenclature rules to bear in mind while reading the command descriptions 1 Anything appearing in curly brackets i e is optional Don t enter the curly brackets 2 Uppercase defines the command s key letters which are the minimum set to be used Upper and lower case in use do not matter 3 Variables denoting parameters will be in ifalics 4 Multiple commands may appear on one command line GA Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual Commands sss OOU Table 6 1 provides a listing of all the Language Interface Commands NOTE All READ commands require the use of an input command to obtain the return values Table 6 1 Language Interface Commands Commands CLear HIde HOld ON OFf LOck OUt ON OFf REad FUnction REad MOde REad RAte REad SAmples SAved REad SAmples SEt REad FOrmat REad DAte REad FIle NAme REad LOG File MOde REad STatus REad RAnge REad VAlue REad RELative REad DAte SEt range value units current_type SEt MOde MAnual AUto SEt RAte r SEt
33. It should be noted however that some BASICs perform a direct screen 1 O when scrolling up the screen In this instance pop the instrument down with a Hide before the scroll occurs Programs written in MS QuickC will not change to the system screen unless there has been a write to the screen If the Show command is used to pop up the instrument before any nor mal screen I O has occurred the instrument will display over the QuickC screen rather than the system screen BASIC files Specification If BASICA is loaded without any command line switches there will be only 3 files permitted to be open at one time Since the instrument require two files to be open 1 for output and 1 for input it may be necessary for your program to have more than 3 files To do this enter BASIC fn where fn is the number of files up to 16 6 26 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming Microsoft C If the PCIP DMM A is opened for reading and writing as below FILE DMM DMM fopen DMM r It is important to execute a rewind command between an input and output or an output and input command to the PCIP DMM A In addition in Microsoft C it is necessary to issue a fflush command after the fprint to ensure that the command is flushed from DOS buffer immediately 6 4 PROGRAMMING HINTS This section provides a few programming
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36. ND BEGIN This would be the beginning of the main pro gram Assign X DMM Open a Device Driver called DMM for Input Assign X DMM Open a Device Driver called DMM for Output Reset X Input PASCAL has no read write text files Rewrite X xOutput see above 6 33 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual TURBO PASCAL Version 4 0 5 x The following suggestions apply to application programs written in TURBO PASCAL Opening a Device 1 One file variable should be ASSIGNed for input and another for output 2 The INPUT file variable should be RESET 3 REWRITE the OUTPUT file variable I O Operations 1 Use Writeln to write commands to the device rather than write 2 Ifan error occurs after an I O operation has been executed the OResult will be non Zero Error Strings 1 The driver can return any of three diagnostic error strings These are terminated by a CR LF 2 Use Readln to read diagnostic strings not read 6 34 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming Examples FUNCTION DeviceInputString var Str String 255 integer BEGIN Readln DMMIN Str if IOResult lt gt 0 then DeviceInputString 1 Error in Read else DeviceInputString 0 END PROCEDU
37. OURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Getting Started Manual If the device drivers are installed from the CONFIG SYS file the ANSI SYS instruction must precede the device driver instructions See 3 5 1 and 3 5 2 3 5 INSTALLING THE DEVICE DRIVERS Before operating your PCIP DMM A you must load its driver files VI SYS and DMM SYS This can be done in one of two ways either by loading the drivers from your CONFIG SYS or by loading them directly from DOS using the Load Unload Utility If you choose to load the drivers from your CONFIG SYS they will be automatically loaded every time your computer is booted up This keeps the drivers memory resident allowing the PCIP DMM A to be used at any time There are two ways to modify your CONFIG SYS file 1 Editing your CONFIG SYS file See section 3 5 1 and 2 Using the DMMSETUP Program See section 3 5 2 If unoccupied memory is limited in your computer you will probably want to manually load and unload the drivers from the DOS command line After the drivers have been unloaded using this technique 500 bytes will remain memory resident We suggest creating batch files to invoke the load and unload options quickly Section 3 5 3 discusses how to load the device drivers from the command line NOTE If you have more than one PCIP DMM A installed in the same computer or if you have an additional MetraByte PCIP family Virtual Instrument Products refer to Appendix A for Driver Inst
38. RE GetError Fetch the Three Diagnostic Strings BEGIN That the Device Driver Returns readin DEVIN ErrNum readln DEVIN AStr readin DEVIN BStr writeln char 7 BELL Driver Error Has Occurred writeln 1 Device Error Number gt ErrNum writeln 2 Error gt BStr writeln 3 On Command Line of gt Astr END mmm emm em oe vm eg emm vm emm vm mm emm emm em emm emm remm mem zm emm wes mmm emm emm emm emm emm emm om emm ee wier g t ris gr vr vm eem H vm wm mm wm zm gp vm wm vm wm emm emm mmm vm emm emm emm mmm emm gr sem mmm demm mmm mmm mmm demm emp mm eg w M m PROCEDURE OutputCommand STR String 128 BEGIN writeln DEVOUT Str if IOResult lt gt 0 Then GetError Call Error Handling Routine END emm ee emm mmm mmm emm mmm emm emm emm emm eee see emm mmm emm mmm emm mmm ee emm ee m om ee ee sie mmm wem op eee g nt ee geg eee ee ee ee ee emm emm eee ee ee ee ee eee ees emm emm em emm em emm emm emm BEGIN This would be the beginning of the main pro gram Assign DEVIN DMM Open a Device Driver called DMM for Input Assign DEVOUT DMM Open a Device Driver called DMM for Output Reset DEVIN Input PASCAL has no read write text files Rewrite DEVOUT Output see above 6 35 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Main
39. Syntax Returns Examples Associated Error Messages REad LOG STatus The character number returned has the following meanings 0 Manual Mode 1 Automatic Mode Idle 2 Automatic Mode Logging 3 Automatic Mode Paused re log st 72 Unknown keyword following REad LOG command 6 12 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming KEAD RANOG nnram When this command is executed a value is returned by an input command which repre sents the range that the PCIP DMM A is set to Syntax Returns Examples Associated Error Messages REad RAnge The returned values have the following meanings 0 lowest to 3 highest for volts 0 lowest to 2 highest for amps 0 lowest to 4 highest for ohms re ra rea range read range 51 Unknown character encountered 55 Keyword requires READ before it 54 Illegal word after READ command 6 13 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual EE EE This command returns the relative value of the reading Syntax REad RELative Returns The character number returned represents the relative value of the sam ple i e the measured value minus the base value Examples re rel read relative rea relat Associated Error Messages 51 55 54 79 80 Unknown character
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41. YS Backing old CONFIG SYS file to CONFIG BAK and creating new CONFIG SYS Backup file already exists Delete it Y N DEVICE C SYS ANSI SYS DEVICE C VI SYS HK ALT H MK ALT M SK ALT TAB DEVICE C DMM SYS PK CTRL F1 BA amp H310 files 20 buffers 10 Figure 3 14 CONFIG BAK Already Exists 3 18 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Getting Started Manual 10 In order to activate the CONFIG SYS file that was created press simultaneously to re boot the system 3 5 3 Loading Unloading the Drivers from DOS The VI SYS and DMM SYS drivers can be manually loaded from the DOS command line if desired This is useful if you frequently ran memory resident programs Using this tech nique a maximum of 500 driver file bytes will remain memory resident once the drivers have been unloaded You can create batch files which will alleviate the tediousness of this method See Notes for specifics on batch files NOTE Both of these drivers must be loaded for the PCIP DMM A to operate Be sure that ANSI SYS has been loaded Refer to Appendix A if you have multiple PCIP DMM A s or another MetraByte PCIP instrument installed Syntax Conventions The following syntax conventions are used in this section 1 Anything enclosed within curly brackets is optional Do not include the curly brackets in the command Loading the Drivers EEE
42. YS or DMM SYS Examples US D PCIP VI SYS US C DMM DMM SYS Nofes__ eee VI SYS loads into memory in two portions a resident portion and a transient por tion The resident portion occupies about 500 bytes of memory and stays resident until the computer is rebooted or turned OFF VI SYS should be un installed after DMM SYS e When loading VI SYS from a batch file load it twice Le LS path VI SYS LS path VI SYS This is necessary because VI SYS loads in two portions Normally this occurs automatically however batch files do not allow this 3 22 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Getting Started Manual Load VI SYS as soon as possible after power up and then unload it if you do not need it This action locates the resident portion as low as possible in memory avoiding the creation of memory holes DOS has no mechanism for recovering fragmented memory When LS COM loads a SYS file it displays an Amount of Memory statement The amount indicated may exceed the actual SYS file size because additional memory is allocated to the SYS file as working space In some instances the LS COM utility can be used to load non MetraByte drivers for example MSMOUSE SYS However in general MetraByte does not suggest this practice Not all non MetraByte drivers work and those that do cannot be unloaded without disrupting certa
43. ained in the returned diagnostic error strings Use fgets instead This function treats the CR LF sequence as string delimiters 6 28 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming Examples main Opening the Device for I 0 FILE DMM if DMM fopen SDMM r NULL printf Error Opening Device n exit 1 OutCommand CommandSt ring A Function That Outputs char CommandString A String of Commands to a Device called DMM fprintf DMM s n CommandString if fflush DMM EOF GetError define MaxErrorSize 255 longest possible error string CalInput String StringPointer A Function That Inputs char StringPointer A String of ASCII characters xFrom Device DMM rewind DMM 5 0 and above Prepares DMM for input if fgets StringPointer MaxErrorSize DMM NULL printf Error End of Input detected in Device DMM n exit 1 rewind DMM 5 0 and above Prepares DMM for output 6 29 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual TURBO C Versions 1 x 2 0 The following suggestions apply to application programs written in TURBO C Opening a Device 1 Use the fopen function with the r file mode parameter
44. allation procedure Syntax Notes The following syntax is used in this section Anything enclosed within curly brackets is optional Do not include the curly brackets in the command Choices are separated by commas 3 5 1 Editing the CONFIG SYS File If you do not want to run the PCIP DMM A Set Up Program and are familiar with your CONFIG SYS file you may want to edit the existing CONFIG SYS file with a standard wordprocessor which handles ASCII input Start by bringing the CONFIG SYS file into the editor Then add the following two instructions after the DEVICE ANSI SYS instruction 3 3 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Getting Started PCIP DMM A User s Manual STEP 1 ADD THE VI SYS DRIVER a Add the following line to the CONFIG SYS file DEVICE PATH VI SYS MONITOR HK x MK m SK s Where HK designates the Help Key Whenever the indicated key x is pressed the help screen will be displayed If the PCIP DMM A is visible On line help con sists of a brief description of the PCIP DMM A a listing of current Key set tings and a listing of all commands which can be incorporated into your application programs x represents the key combination Ctr and or Ait plus one of the fol lowing a through 2 1 through F10 through 9 ab Esc or spelled out For example CTRL D would indicate that Ctrl
45. anual Operating the PCIP DMM A Samples Format Log File Name File readings to be saved This value may be specified in seconds 0 5 99 9 or minutes 0 1 99 9 When in manual logging mode this value is dis played as The default rate is 2 0 Sec This specifies the total number of readings to store in the specified file This option can only be programmed in automatic logging mode The value can range from 1 to 999999 samples In manual mode this value is displayed as zx The default number of samples is 50 This option selects the format in which sample readings are written to a file This may be Scientific or Readout If Scientific format is selected data is written to the file in exponential notation If Readout format is chosen data is written to the file exactly as it appears on the display with the unit of measure appended The default format is Readout This selects the file to which data is written The specified filename can include a standard DOS drive and directory pathname The default filename is lt current DOS drive and path gt DMM DAT This selects the file output mode These are NEw The specified file is new and will be created The file cannot already exist OVerwrite If the file to which data is to be written exists the new data will be overwritten the existing data If the file does not exist it will be created Append If the specified file already exists the new data will be
46. ata Fie e EE 5 2 5 2 Data Section of the Data File eege 5 3 6 1 Opening the Language Interface File in DAS 6 2 6 2 Opening the Language Interface File me 6 3 7 1 Connection of DC Calibrator to PCIpDMM ccc ccc ccccceceeeeecceceecsccceceeeeesacees 7 2 7 2 Connection of AC Calibrator to PCTIPDMM 7 4 7 3 Connection of Calibration ReSIStOF E 7 5 7 4 Connection of AC Current Calibrator to PDCTIp DMM 7 6 7 5 CALDMM Start up Re EE 7 10 vii Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Introduction Manual CHAPTER I INTRODUCTION 1 1 GENERAL INTRODUCTION Keithley MetraByte s PCIP DMM A is a 4 1 2 digit multimeter that plugs directly into any I O slot of an IBM PC XT AT or IBM PS 2 model 25 30 or compatible The board pro vides all the features and accuracy you would expect from a standard bench top multimeter However instead of LED s or LCD s the PCIP DMM A uses the computer screen as its display which is programmed by using the computer keyboard or a mouse The display operates ina pop up mode When activated the DMM display takes up approximately one third of the screen When the DMM display is deactivated the screen returns to its original display The PCIP DMM A also features automatic or manual data logging This records PCIP DMM A readings to a user specified ASCII file This file may be used as input to popular spread sheet program
47. ated Error Messages 70 Unknown keyword following LOG command 73 Unknown keyword detected use NAme or MOde 6 18 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming SET LOG EIEMODE O This command specifies the DOS file mode for writing to the log file Syntax SEt LOG FIle MOde x Parameters x can be one of the following modes NEw The specified file is new and will be created The file cannot already exist OVerwrite If the file which data is to be written to exists the existing data will be overwritten with new data If the file does not exist it will be created Append If the specified file already exists the new data will be appended to it Otherwise the file will be created Examples set log fil mod over Sets file write mode to overwrite log fi mo ap Sets file write mode to append a Associated B Error Messages 69 Unknown keyword detected use NEw OVerwrite or APpend 70 Unknown keyword following LOG command 73 Unknown keyword detected use NAme or MOde 6 19 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming SET LOG READOUT PCIP DMM A User s Manual This command is only used in manual mode It logs the current reading to a file Syntax SEt LOG REadout Parameters None Examples set log readout log re Associated Error Messages
48. brating the PCIP DMM A Warranty information and Return to Factory instructions are also provided Appendix A gives instructions for the PCIPMOD program used when installing multiple PCIP type instruments Appendix B provides register descriptions Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Installation Manual CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION 2 1 GENERAL This chapter describes how to install your PCIP DMM A The following information is provided unpacking and inspection procedures setting of the base address switch installa tion of the board and system connections If you have installed optional peripheral boards in your PC before you may want to skip this chapter Be sure however that the base address switch has been set according to the instructions in section 2 3 The PCIP DMM A is factory calibrated and should be re calibrated when necessary Calibration procedures are given in section 7 4 2 2 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION After you unpack the board from its outer shipping material 1 Remove the item from its packing material while placing one hand firmly on a metal portion of the system chassis This will prevent any damage to the board components due to possible static electricity build up during transit 2 After allowing a moment for static electricity discharge carefully unwrap the board from the anti static material 3 Inspect the board fo
49. dsberger Strasse 65 82110 Germering e 089 84 93 07 40 Fax 089 84 93 07 34 Unit 2 Commerce Park Brunel Road e Theale e Berkshire RG7 4AB 0118 929 7500 Fax 0118 929 7519 Flat 2B Willocrissa 14 Rest House Crescent e Bangalore 560 001 e 91 80 509 1320 21 Fax 91 80 509 1322 Viale San Gimignano 38 e 20146 Milano 02 48 39 16 01 Fax 02 48 30 22 74 New Pier Takeshiba North Tower 13F 11 1 Kaigan 1 chome Minato ku Tokyo 105 0022 81 3 5733 7555 Fax 81 3 5733 7556 2FL URI Building e 2 14 Yangjae Dong Seocho Gu Seoul 137 888 e 82 2 574 7778 e Fax 82 2 574 7838 Postbus 559 e 4200 AN Gorinchem 0183 635333 Fax 0183 630821 c o Regus Business Centre e Frosundaviks All 15 4tr 169 70 Solna e 08 509 04 679 Fax 08 655 26 10 Kriesbachstrasse Ae 8600 D bendorf e 01 821 94 44 Fax 01 820 30 81 1FL 85 Po Ai Steet Hsinchu Taiwan R O C e 886 3 572 9077 Fax 886 3 572 903 1 4 02 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com SSES Safety Precautions The following safety precautions should be observed before using this product and any associated instrumentation Although some instruments and accessories would normally be used with non hazardous voltages there are situations where hazardous conditions may be present This product is intended for use by qualified personnel who recognize shock hazards and are familiar with the safety precautio
50. e If this fuse should blow replace it with a 5 x 20 mm 250 V 0 5 Amp fuse To replace the fuse pull the blown fuse out of the metal holders Push the new fuse into the holder making sure that it is seated securely 7 6 WARRANTY INFORMATION All products manufactured by MetraByte are warranted against defective materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of delivery to the original purchaser Any product that is found to be defective within the warranty period will at the option of MetraByte be repaired or replaced This warranty does not apply to products damaged by improper use 7 10 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Maintenance and Repair CAUTION MetraByte Corporation assumes no liability for damages consequent to the use of this product This product is not designed with components of a level of reliability suitable for use in life support or critical applications 7 7 RETURN TO FACTORY INFORMATION Before returning any equipment to the factory for repair you must first call the Technical Support Department at 508 880 3000 They will try to diagnose and solve your problem over the phone If they ascertain that the unit has to be returned to the factory for repair they will issue a Return Material Authorization RMA number Note that if the board is to be repaired under warranty the Technical Support Depart
51. e Bangalore 560 001 e 91 80 509 1320 21 Fax 91 80 509 1322 ITALY Viale San Gimignano 38 e 20146 Milano 02 48 39 16 01 Fax 02 48 30 22 74 JAPAN New Pier Takeshiba North Tower 13F 11 1 Kaigan 1 chome e Minato ku Tokyo 105 0022 e 81 3 5733 7555 Fax 81 3 5733 7556 KOREA 2FL URI Building 2 14 Yangjae Dong Seocho Gu Seoul 137 888 e 82 2 574 7778 Fax 82 2 574 7838 NETHERLANDS Postbus 559 e 4200 AN Gorinchem e 0183 635333 Fax 0183 630821 SWEDEN c o Regus Business Centre e Frosundaviks All 15 4tr e 169 70 Solna e 08 509 04 679 Fax 08 655 26 10 SWITZERLAND Kriesbachstrasse 4 8600 D bendorf e 01 821 94 44 Fax 01 820 30 81 TAIWAN 1FL 85 Po Ai Street e Hsinchu Taiwan R O C 886 3 572 9077 Fax 886 3 572 9031 Copyright 2001 Keithley Instruments Inc Printed in the U S A 4 02 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com A rtisan Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality EE new and certified used pre owned equipment FAST SHIPPING AND SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess underutilized and idle used equipment TENS OF THOUSANDS OF at our full service in house repair center We also offer credit for buy backs and trade ins IN STOCK ITEMS www artisantg com WeBuyEquipment A EQUIPMENT DEMOS HUNDREDS OF Instra lea REMOTE INSPECTION LOO
52. e HI and LO input terminals The reading must be within the limits specified in Table 7 2 Select the 20V dc range on the PCIP DMM A Set the calibrator to output OV and enable the relative REL mode Check to see that the reading is 0 000 V 0 001 V Apply a positive 10 000 V to the HI and LO input terminals The reading must be within the limits specified in Table 7 2 Select the 200 Vdc range on the PCIP DMM A Set the calibrator to output O V and enable the relative REL mode Check to see that the reading is 0 00 V 0 01 V Apply a positive 50 00 V to the HI and LO INPUT terminals The reading must be Within the limits specified in Table 7 2 7 3 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Maintenance and Repair PCIP DMM A User s Manual Table 7 2 DC Voltage Readings PCIP DMM A Range Applied DC Voltage Allowable Readings 99 85 to 100 015 0 9995 to 1 0005 9 995 to 10 005 49 91 to 50 09 Figure 7 2 Connection of AC Calibrator to PCIP DMM A To check the AC Voltage 1 Select the 200mV Ac range 2 Connect the AC calibrator the HI and LO INPUT terminals of the PCIP DMM A as shown in Figure 7 3 3 Set the calibrator to output 100 00 mVac at a frequency of 100 Hz Verify that the reading is within the limits specified in Table 7 3 4 Repeat the 100 00 mV ac measurement at a frequency of 1000 Hz 9 Check the 2V 20V and 200V ranges by first se
53. e using C 6 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual OPEN S DMM FOR OUTPUT AS 1 PRINT 1 CLEAR OPEN S DMM FOR INPUT AS 2 ON ERROR 1000 PRINT 1 SET 20 MV DC 1000 REM TO RETRIEVE ERROR ONE MUST READ FROM THE DEVICE 1010 INPUT 2 N LINE INPUT 2 AS LINE INPUT 2 B RETRIEVE ERROR NOMBER AND MESSAGE 1020 PRINT DMM Error Message N DISPLAY ERROR MESSAGE 1030 PRINT ERROR B 1040 PRINT ON command line of A Figure 6 1 Opening the Language Interface File in BASIC 6 2 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming main if DMM fopen S DMM r NULL DMM SYS Not Installed puts Error Opening Device DMM exit 1 if fputs Clear DMM GetError Clear device buffers fclose COUNT GetError Get the Three Diagnostic Messages Here and Print Them rewind COUNT Rewind Puts Device into Input Mode Use fgets not fscanf because fgets uses carriage return line feed as delimiters between strings fscanf uses blanks kj if fgets ErrorNum 10 COUNT NULL exit 77 printf nError Number gt d ErrorNum if fgets OrigCommand 128 COUNT NULL exit 78 printf nOriginalCommand gt Sen OrigCommand if fgets
54. ead diagnostic strings not read 3 You must use a SEEK X 1 to rewind the file before any read or write is performed 6 32 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming Examples FUNCTION InputString var Str LSTring integer Returns 1 if error occurs var Result integer BEGIN X ERRS 0 Input A String From The Device X TRAP gt TRUE Seek X 1 Readln X STR IF X ERRS lt gt 0 Then InputString 1 else InputString 0 END PROCEDURE GetError Fetch the Three Diagnostic Strings BEGIN That the Device Driver Returns clearscreen Seek X 1 Rewinds File and Flushes Previous Contents X ERRS 0 Clear I O Error Flag Before All File Ops X TRAP TRUE Trap Errors Instead of Exit to DOS readin X ErrNum readin X AStr readin X BStr writeln char 7 BELL Driver Error Has Occurred writeln 1 Device Error Number gt ErrNum writeln 2 Error gt BStr writeln 3 On Command Line of gt Astr END ee wm dm ee ee ee ee dien emm ee emm es emm ee mp ee eee ee mmm es emm emm ee ee ee ven i gent ee ee eee emm ee emm ee ee og mmm emm emm emm emm ee ge mm es es en ee emm ee ee ee wm wm wem wm PROCEDURE OutputCommand STR String 128 BEGIN writeln X Str if X ERRS lt gt 0 Then GetError Call Error Handling Routine E
55. ed by ENTER o ENTER to use default HELP KEY o RSC to end entry Figure 3 5 Defining the Help Key 3 10 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Getting Started Manual PCIP DMM Setup Program Drive letter for CONFIG SYS file C Full path name to VI SYS C DMM Declare type of monitor COLOR HELP KEY definition ALT MODE SELECT KEY definition F2 Mode Select Key Definition The Mode Select Key is defined by spelling out either or both the legal SHIFT KEYS CTRL and ALT plus 1 of the following character keys A through Z F1 through F10 0 through 9 TAB ESC The default MODE SELECT KEY is ALT M The current MODE SELECT KEY is F2 Enter one of the following o The definition for Mode Select Key followed by ENTER o ENTER to use default HELP KEY o ESC to end entry Figure 3 6 Defining the Mode Select Key Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Getting Started PCIP DMM A User s Manual PCIP DMM Setup Program Drive letter for CONFIG SYS file C Full path name to VI SYS C DMM Declare type of monitor COLOR HELP KEY definition ALT MODE SELECT KEY definition F2 INSTRUMENT SELECT KEY definition CTRL I Instrument Select Key Definition The Instrument Select Key is defined by spelling out
56. en manual logging has been selected on the Data Logging Panel See section 4 6 When selected the current DMM reading is logged to the data file 4 6 THE DATA LOGGING PANEL When the SetupLog option is selected from the Setup Panel the Data Logging Panel will appear See Figure 4 2 This panel controls the operating parameters associated with data logging Data can be logged either manually or automatically at a programmed interval Data is logged to a specified file using the format described in Chapter 5 PCIP DMM HELP ALT H Keyboard SetupDMM Rate Sai ag Mode mee Format Manual Auto 5 0 Sec 000100 Scientific Log File Name C Date IT C DMM DMM DAT Off On Figure 4 2 The Data Logging Panel The Keyboard option works as described in the Setup Panel section To return to the Setup Panel select the SetupDMM option The operating parameters are described below Log Mode Selects Automatic or Manual logging mode Manual mode allows the operator to log the current sample reading to the data file when desired The AUTOmatic mode lets the operator log a specified number of sam ples at a programmed rate to the current data file The default value is Manual Rate This is the sampling rate value It can only be programmed in automatic logging mode It specifies the time interval between successive sample Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s M
57. en pictured in Figure 7 5 will appear Follow the directions given on this screen and the subsequent screens You may wish to refer to Figure 7 1 Note that the procedure outlined are similar to the ones for performance verification Skim the previous section prior to beginning calibration 7 9 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Maintenance and Repair PCIP DMM A User s Manual USER CALIBRATION PROGRAM FOR THE PCIP DMM This program will allow the user to calibrate any or all of the following PCIP DMM functions DC Voltage AC Voltage DC Current AC Current Resistance Calibration of each function above does not actually enter the calibration factors into the PCIP DMM s non volatile memory This is done when the user selects the EXIT TO DOS option from the menu At that time the user is given the option of storing the calibration constants and exiting to DOS or abandoning the new calibration constants and returning to DOS Before attempting a calibration be sure to archive the present calibration on disk This can be done by running the program UTILITY EXE supplied on the PCIP DMM diskette Any calibration that has been archived can be restored after using the same UTILITY EXE program Figure 7 5 CALDMM Start Up Screen 7 5 FUSE REPLACEMENT A protection fuse is mounted in a fuse holder which is accessible at the PCIP DMM A s mounting plat
58. encountered Keyword requires READ before it Illegal word after READ command Value specified or current reading is out of range Relative measurements not allowed in Auto Range 6 14 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming READ VALUE This command returns the measured value of the reading Syntax Returns Examples Associated Error Messages REad VAlue A character number representing the value of the reading re va rea value 51 Unknown character encountered 55 Keyword requires READ before it 54 Illegal word after READ command 79 Value specified or current reading is out of range SET LOG MODE ee This command is used to select the Data Logging Mode Syntax Parameters Examples Associated Error Messages SEt LOG MOde x x can be AUtomatic or MAnual Set log mode au Select auto mode LOG MO MA Select manual mode 68 Unknown keyword detected use MAnual or AUtomatic 70 Unknown keyword following LOG command 82 Operation not allowed when automatic logging is active 6 15 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual SET LOG RATE mmm Specifies automatic sample saving rate in seconds Syntax Parameters Examples Associated Error Messages SEt LOG RAte r ris a value between
59. er left corner of the Pop Up Menu The default Help Key combination is Alt 4 5 THE SET UP PANEL Before you try to access the Setup Panel ensure that the device drivers and the PCIP DMM A itself have been installed according to the directions given in the previous chap ters Then press the Pop Up Key CIE or other programmed Pop Up Key Figure 4 1 shows the PCIP DMM A s Setup Panel PCIP DMM HELP ALT Hi Keyboard Relative Hold Setup Log ManualLog Range 199 99 0 Volts Ohms Current Sample Base gt 0 0000 Samples saved Figure 4 1 Setup Panel NOTE At this point the data can only be changed by using the mouse If you do not have a mouse installed switch to keyboard entry by pressing the Mode Select Key combination Default is Alt Refer to section 3 3 for more information regarding the Mode Select Key The Pop Up Menu is divided into two sections The main portion of the menu contains the PCIP DMM A s Operating Parameters These are Current Type Unit of Measurement Range Select The Operating Modes are accessed by selecting the options on the top line 4 2 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Operating the PCIP DMM A Keyboard Relative Hold SetupLog ManualLog The Operating Parameters and Operating Modes are discussed in detail below O
60. f withstanding the voltage being measured The instrument and accessories must be used in accordance with its specifications and operating instructions or the safety of the equipment may be impaired Do not exceed the maximum signal levels of the instruments and accessories as defined in the specifications and op erating information and as shown on the instrument or test fixture panels or switching card When fuses are used in a product replace with same type and rating for continued protection against fire hazard Chassis connections must only be used as shield connections for measuring circuits NOT as safety earth ground con nections If you are using a test fixture keep the lid closed while power is applied to the device under test Safe operation re quires the use of a lid interlock If or dh is present connect it to safety earth ground using the wire recommended in the user documentation The N symbol on an instrument indicates that the user should refer to the operating instructions located in the manual The A N symbol on an instrument shows that it can source or measure 1000 volts or more including the combined effect of normal and common mode voltages Use standard safety precautions to avoid personal contact with these voltages The WARNING heading in a manual explains dangers that might result in personal injury or death Always read the associated information very carefully before performing the indicated procedure
61. for the information required by the system driver VI SYS Follow the instructions given Sample screen dialogue is provided in Figures 3 2 through Figure 3 8 First you will be asked to specify the drive where you want the CONFIG SYS file to reside Enter the appropriate letter Le C PCIP DMM Setup Program Drive letter for CONFIG SYS file C Select Boot Drive Enter a drive letter where New Revised CONFIG SYS is to be placed Then hit ENTER Hitting ESC will exit program Figure 3 2 Selecting the Boot Drive 2 You will then be asked for the full path name to the VI SYS file If you are unsure of what a path name is refer to the operator s manual provide with your PC Otherwise provide the path name being certain to include the correct drive speci fier and directory name s See Figure 3 3 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Getting Started PCIP DMM A User s Manual PCIP DMM Setup Program Drive letter for CONFIG SYS file C Full path name to VI SYS C DMM Generate the path name to VI SYS The default path is Ch The path in the current CONFIG SYS is C DMM Enter one of the following o The complete path to VI SYS followed by ENTER o ENTER to use default path o ESC to exit Setup Figure 3 3 Generating the Path Name to VI SYS 3 Specify the type of monitor you are using MONO
62. g 2 through 2 through 10 through 9 ec Esc or 2 It must be spelled out for example F1 assigns the function key E1 to be the Mode Select Key The default Mode Select Key is Ait defines the Instrument Select Key If you have multiple MetraByte PCIP boards installed in your computer this key or key combination is used to toggle between their setup menus s is the name of the key or key combination and or plus one of the following a through 2 through F10 0 through 9 Sol Esc or spelled out For example Alt I would indicate that and UJ must be pressed simultaneously The default Instrument Select Key is Alt Zab LS VI SYS HK ALT H MK ALT M SK ALT TAB LS VI SYS LS C PCIP VI SYS HK DMM SYS DRIVER To load the VI SYS driver type the following at the DOS prompt LS PATH DMM SYS PK p BA b 3 20 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Getting Started Manual Where PK designates the Pop Up Menu Key Whenever the indicated key or key combi nation is pressed the instrument s Pop Up Setup Menu will be displayed Each type of PCIP or PCIP DMM A instrument must be assigned a different Pop Up Key p is the name of the key combination It must be spelled out For example CTRL P would indicate that and E must be pressed at the same time to bring up the help screen The defaul
63. git display set log format scien Data will be saved using the scientific for mat log fo re Data will be saved as it appears on the display 70 Unknown keyword following LOG command 67 Unknown keyword detected use SCientific or REadout 82 Operation not allowed when automatic logging is active SET LOG aS Enable Disable Date Stamping of the saved data records Syntax Parameters Examples Associated Error Messages SEt LOG DAte x x can be OFf or ON where OFf disables date stamping and ON enables date stamping set log date on Enables date stamping log da of Disables date stamping 70 Unknown keyword following LOG command 71 Unknown keyword detected use ON or OFf 82 Operation not allowed when automatic logging is active 6 17 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual SET LOG FILE NAME m Specifies the full DOS filename to be used to save sample data readings Syntax SEt LOG FIle NAme filename Parameters filename is a standard DOS file name including the drive and directory path name if necessary Examples Se log fi na c dmm dmm dat Specifies the file to be used for logging as the dmm dat file exis ting in the dmm directory on the C drive log file name a data dat Specifies the file to be used for logging as the data dat file exis ting in the root directory on the A drive Associ
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65. haracter keys A through Z F1 through F10 0 through 9 TAB ESC The default POP UP KEY is CTRL Fl The current POP UP KEY is ALT P Enter one of the following o The definition for POP UP KEY followed by ENTER o ENTER to use default POP UP KEY o ESC to end entry Figure 3 10 Pop Up Key Definition 7 You now will be asked for the Base Address of the PCIP DMM A Base address values may be given in either hex or decimal however if they are given in hex they must be preceded by an ampersand and an H i e amp H Make certain that the base address you give has not been already assigned to another peripheral and agrees with the Base Address Switch setting on the PCIP DMM A 3 15 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Getting Started PCIP DMM A User s Manual PCIP DMM Setup Program Full path name to DMM SYS C DMM POP UP MENU KEY definition ALT P Base Address for PCIP DMM lt Enter gt PCIP DMM I O Base Address Selection The Base Address can be entered in either decimal or hex If entered in hex the number must be preceded by SR i e amp H310 is the same as 784 The default PCIP DMM Base Address is amp H310 The current PCIP DMM Base Address is amp H310 Enter one of the following o The BASE ADDRESS to use for the PCIP DMM followed by ENTER o ENTER to use default BASE AD
66. he other hand touch any metallic part of the PC AT cabinet This will safely discharge any static electricity which has built up in your body 6 Set the desired Base Address as described in section 2 3 7 Align the gold edge connector with the edge socket and the back adapter place with the adapter plate screw Gently press the board downward into the socket Re install the adapter plate screw 8 Replace the computer s cover Tilt the cover up and slide it onto the system s base making sure the front of the cover is under the rail along the front of the frame Install the mounting screws 9 Plug in all cords and cables Turn the power to the computer back on IBM PS 2 Models 25 30 This installation procedure is similar to the one outlined above For specific information refer to your operator s manual You are now ready to make any necessary system connections and install the software Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Installation PCIP DMM A User s Manual 2 5 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS The PCIP DMM A is equipped with 3 banana plug connectors which can be used in a vari ety of applications These connectors are located on the rear edge of the card and are color coded for easy identification Refer to Figure 2 1 The connectors and their functions are as listed in Table 2 1 Table 2 1 Connectors Color Connector Function Name VOHM Input for volts
67. ignificant Byte from A D This register contains the data in the most significant byte from the A D as shown in Figure B 2 NOTE To convert to correct reading convert the 16 bits to decimal subtract 10 001 and then divide by 10 000 Correct reading 16 bits converted to decimal 10 001 10 000 D7 D i MSB BITIJ DI BITI2 BTI DNITIO BITS BITS Figure B 2 Most Significant Byte from A D Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Appendix B Base Address 1 Write Function and Range Register The function and range register is pictured in Figure B 3 D7 D6 D5 D3 07 DO RUN RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT Figure B 3 Function and Range Register When this bit equals 0 a single A D conversion takes place If this bit is set to 1 the free run mode is enabled In this mode the A D continually per forms conversions without a command from the software Each time a new mode or range is selected the D7 bit must also be programmed for the correct mode The setting of this bit determines whether a resistance measurement is to be taken or not If D6 equals 0 then a resistance measurement is done whereas if D6 is 1 then it is not The setting of these bits determines the range Table B 2 lists the possible bit settings and their meanings B 3 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE
68. in interrupt vectors If you choose to experiment with this procedure the VI SYS driver must be loaded first It is important that you specify the path to the driver files when calling LS COM from the command line If no path is specified LS COM will search the current directory and then the paths listed in the CONFIG SYS file using the PATH com mand LS COM will load the first file it finds in the specified path displaying the filename and path as well as the load destination If two instrument drivers are installed you must have two boards installed DO NOT install two drivers at the same base address 3 6 ADDITIONAL PCIP DMM A PROGRAMS The PCIP DMM A Software has several programs which you may find useful to refer to These are UTILITY EXE aids in setting the Base Address Switch e Various demo programs Refer to FILES DOC on the diskette for a complete list DEMO BAT creates executable versions of the demo files 3 23 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Getting Started PCIP DMM A User s Manual The Base Address Utility Programe This program pictorially describes the appropriate base address switch setting for any given Base Address You can exit from this program at any time by pressing Esc 1 To invoke the Utility Program first be certain that you are in the correct directory Then at the DOS prompt type UTILITY
69. ive OFF Disables relative mode Relative On Enables relative mode Because no offset value has been specified the last absolute value read is used as the offset value Rel 2 301 Enables relative mode and uses 2 301 as the offset value Associated Error Messages 51 Unknown character encountered 79 Value specified or current reading is out of range 82 Operation not allowed when automatic logging is active 83 Unknown keyword detected use ON OFf or lt number gt 6 23 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual SHOW This command forces the setup panel or the logging panel to appear on the screen Syntax SHow x Parameters x can be 1 2 DMM or SETup If 1 or DMM are selected the main setup panel will appear If 2 or SETup are used the logging panel will appear If no parameter is specified the main setup panel is displayed Note If Show 2 or Show SETup is specified while automatically logging data it is ignored Examples show Displays main setup panel Associated Error Messages 51 Unknown character encountered 6 24 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming OIF This command enables keyboard and mouse data entry Syntax UNLock Parameters None Examples UNL Associated Error Messages 51 U
70. logy Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming CHAPTER 6 PROGRAMMING 6 1 GENERAL This chapter discusses the language interface command These are useful to programmers who intend to create custom data collection programs The on board registers are described in Appendix B The chapter begins by describing the Independent Language Interface A series of ASCII commands allows you to control the operation of the PCIP DMM A from a program writ ten in any of several languages Each of the commands is described in detail The descrip tion includes a synopsis of the commande function its syntax and a few examples illustrating its use The chapter also contains a short procedure for incorporating the commands into a pro gram Two sample programs written in C and BASIC are given 6 2 LANGUAGE INDEPENDENT INTERFACE COMMANDS The PCIP DMM A is provided with a language independent interface To open the inter face file use the standard file open command for the language you are using and the file name DMM Once the device file has been opened commands are passed to the device in ASCII using whatever print or write instructions are available with the language The commands which are used with the language interface are described below An example of opening the language interface file in BASIC is provided in Figure 6 1 Fig ure 6 2 provides a similar exampl
71. ment Select Key is Ait Tab Keys may be a single function key F1 through F10 or a combination of keys Ctrl or Alt with another valid key Hot keys are specified by spelling out the key s used For example Alt I means that and 1 are pressed simultaneously F1 indicates F1 Ctrl I is and 1 pressed together If an invalid key or key combination is entered the following error message will appear The Definition for the Key is not valid Strike any key to try another Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Getting Started PCIP DMM A User s Manual CAUTION Single keystrokes may be defined as Keys however it is suggested that only function keys be assigned in this manner If the CONFIG SYS file resides in the root directory assigning a single keystroke will disable that key from being used in other software appli cations PCIP DMM Setup Program Drive letter for CONFIG SYS file C Full path name to VI SYS C DMM Declare type of monitor COLOR HELP KEY definition ALT Help Key Definition The Help Key is defined by spelling out either or both the legal SHIFT KEYS CTRL and ALT plus 1 of the following character keys A through Z F1 through F10 0 through 9 TAB ESC The default HELP KEY is ALT H The current HELP KEY is ALT Enter one of the following o The definition for Help Key follow
72. ment lines in the file are preceded by an asterisk Thus ina single line of a data file all characters between the opening asterisk and the carriage return Enter are ignored during a read of the data set 5 3 DATA FILES A data file contains one or more sets of data The elements of these data sets are discussed in the following paragraphs A commented example data file is given in section 5 4 5 3 1 FILE HEADER The data file header information is entered as comment lines into the file The header pro vides such information as the number of samples taken the mode in which they were taken and the time and date when they were started There is only one file header per file unless data is added to the file in the append mode In this instance each data set will have its own file header 5 1 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Data File Structure PCIP DMM A User s Manual A sample file header is shown in Figure 5 1 Instrument PCIP DMM Date 08 27 90 Time 13 48 11 Samples 000005 Log Mode Auto Units VDC Figure 5 1 Data File Header The fields included within the header are as follows Instrument Specifies the name of the PCIP Instrument presently in use as shown in the upper left corner of the Pop Up menu for example PCIP DMM NOTE This should be the same name assigned by the PCIPMOD pro gram Refer to Appendix A for mo
73. ment will need your invoice num ber and the date the board was purchased Please reference the RMA number on any corre spondence regarding the board When returning the Board for repair please include the following information 1 A brief description of the problem 2 Your name address and telephone number 3 The invoice number and the date when the board was purchased 7 11 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Maintenance and Repair PCIP DMM A User s Manual d Re package the board in its original anti static wrapping Handle it with ground protection and ship it back to Repair Department Keithley MetraByte Corporation 440 Myles Standish Boulevard Taunton Massachusetts 02780 Telephone 508 880 3000 Telex 503989 FAX 508 880 0179 Be sure to reference your RMA number on the outside of the package Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Appendix A APPENDIX A INSTALLING MULTIPLE PCIP TYPE INSTRUMENTS PCIPMOD EXE is a utility program which enables you to create unique drivers for each PCIP type board in your application In general the PCIPMOD EXE utility should be run if you have installed multiple MetraByte PCIP type products in one computer NOTE If two or more drivers for the same device type are to be loaded define different Hot Keys See Cha
74. mples which are to be logged Syntax Returns Examples Associated Error Messages REad LOG SAmples SEt Returns a character string representing the target sample count This is a value between 1 and 999999 re log sa SE 72 Unknown keyword following REad LOG command 74 Unknown keyword detected use SEt or SAved 6 9 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual READ LOG SAMPLES SAVED This command returns the number of current data log samples which have been saved to a file Syntax RE LOG SAmples SAved Returns The command returns character string representing a value between 1 and 999999 Examples re log sam save Associated Error Messages 72 Unknown keyword following REad LOG command 74 Unknown keyword detected use SEL or SAved READ LOG FORMAT This command returns the currently selected format of data written to a logging file Syntax REad LOG FOrmat Returns This routine returns a character number representing the format This can be one of the following 0 Scientific 1 Readout See Set Format command description for more information Examples re log fo Associated Error Messages 72 Unknown keyword following REad LOG command 6 10 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming READ LOG DAT
75. ne MaxErrorSize 255 longest possible error string CalInputString StringPointer A Function That Inputs char StringPointer A String of ASCII characters From Device DMM fclose DMM if DMM fopen S DMM r NULL printf Error Opening Device n exit 1 if fgets StringPointer MaxErrorSize DMM NULL printf Error End of Input in Device DMM exit 1 fclose DMM fopen DMM r 6 31 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual Microsoft PASCAL Version 3 0 3 3 4 0 Rules for creating programs in Microsoft PASCAL are described below Opening a Device 1 One file variable x should be ASSIGNed for both input and output 2 Set the MODE field for file x to DIRECT 3 Declare file x globally as VAR X Text 127 I O Operations 1 Use Writeln to write commands to the device rather than write 2 If an error occurs after an I O operation has been executed the ERRS field for file x will be non zero 3 After an error occurs the ERRS field for file x must be cleared 4 To detect runtime errors the TRAP field for file x must be set 5 You must use a SEEK X 1 to rewind the file before any read or write is performed Error Strings 1 The driver can return any of three diagnostic error strings These are terminated by a CR LF 2 Use Readln to r
76. nknown character encountered WAIT This command is useful for logging data and insuring that each data point represents a true measurement and not just the most recent result which could have already been reported Syntax WAIT x Parameters x can be ON or OFF If the wait command is enabled ON the value returned by a Read Value command and an input will be new If not OFF the value may be from a prior reading Examples wait on Associated Error Messages 51 Unknown character encountered 6 25 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Manual 6 3 DIRECT SCREEN I O The VI SYS driver is designed to maintain all of the MetraByte s Virtual Instruments PCIP DMM A PCIP CAL PCIP SST etc visual characteristics VI SYS accomplishes this by intercepting and interpreting all INT 10h calls which would affect visible display instruments Any program which uses DOS or INT 10h s to display data will not interfere with the way the visible instruments are displayed If however a program which performs direct screen I O i e writes directly to the display s memory is being used the visible screen will be overwritten The instrument screen can be redrawn by first popping down the screen then popping up the screen The instrument itself will be unaffected Most programs written in BASIC will not execute a direct screen I O
77. ns required to avoid possible injury Read and follow all installation operation and maintenance information carefully before using the product Refer to the manual for complete product specifications If the product is used in a manner not specified the protection provided by the product may be impaired The types of product users are Responsible body is the individual or group responsible for the use and maintenance of equipment for ensuring that the equipment is operated within its specifications and operating limits and for ensuring that operators are adequately trained Operators use the product for its intended function They must be trained in electrical safety procedures and proper use of the instrument They must be protected from electric shock and contact with hazardous live circuits Maintenance personnel perform routine procedures on the product to keep it operating properly for example setting the line voltage or replacing consumable materials Maintenance procedures are described in the manual The proce dures explicitly state if the operator may perform them Otherwise they should be performed only by service personnel Service personnel are trained to work on live circuits and perform safe installations and repairs of products Only properly trained service personnel may perform installation and service procedures Keithley products are designed for use with electrical signals that are rated Installation Category I and Ins
78. nteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Appendix B PCIP DMM A User s Manual Base Address 2 Read Read A D Status D0 of this register indicates whether the converted data from the A D is valid When this bit equals 1 the data is valid However when it is equal to 0 the A D is still con verting data All other bits are X s Base Address 2 Write Start A D Conversion Writing to this register initiates a single A D conversion Base Address 3 Read Read Calibration Data D5 of this register has the calibration data Note that data from the Calibration RAM s is clocked out serially onto the bus Each of the 64 words in RAM is 16 bits wide All other bits are X s Refer to the calibration routines for more information regarding the use of the EEPROM Base Address 3 Write Write Calibration Data Calibration data is written to D1 and DO All other bits are X s Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Appendix B Base Address 4 Read Read A D Polarity This register is shown in Figure B 4 Bit D2 is the overrange bit When this bit is set to 0 an overrange has occurred likewise when the bit is set to 1 no overrange exists Bit D3 is the polarity bit If this bit contains a 0 the positive polarity is used Otherwise when the bit is set to 1 a negative polarity exists Figure B 4 Read A D Polarit
79. nual READ FUNCTION mmama When this command is executed an integer representing the type of function performed is returned Syntax REad FUnction Returns Returned Integers and their meanings are as follows 0 Vdc 1 Ohms 2 MAdc 3 Vac 4 MAac Examples re func Associated Error Messages 51 Unknown character encountered 55 Keyword requires READ before it 54 Illegal word after READ command READ LOG MODE___ rnm This command returns the current logging mode of the PCIP DMM A Syntax REad LOG MOde Returns The returned character number can be one of the following A if in manual mode 1 if in automatic mode Examples re log mo Associated Error Messages 72 Unknown keyword following REad LOG command 6 8 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming READ LOG RATE This command is allowed in automatic logging mode only It returns the value of the cur rent data log rate Syntax REad LOG RAte Returns This returns a character string representing the current data log rate That is the interval in seconds between successive sample readings to be logged This is a value between 0 5 and 5994 0 seconds Examples re log ra Associated Error Messages 72 Unknown keyword following REad LOG command READ LOG SAMPLES SET This command is allowed in automatic logging mode only It returns the currently pro grammed number of sa
80. o other measurements will be performed Examples hold on Associated Error Messages 51 Unknown character encountered 61 Illegal word after HOLD ee E This command disables keyboard and mouse data entry Syntax LOck Parameters None Examples loc Associated Error Messages 51 Unknown character encountered 6 6 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming OUT This controls the reporting of errors when the current reading is out of range Syntax Parameters Examples Associated Error Messages OUt x x may be ON or OFf When ON the read value and read relative com mands will return an error whenever the current reading is out of range Otherwise when OFf default the error return is suppressed OUT ON 71 Unknown keyword detected use ON or OFf READ i Upon execution of this command the date of the last calibration is returned by an input command Syntax Returns Examples Associated Error Messages REad DAte This command returns a character string representing the date on which the last calibration procedure was performed read da 51 Unknown character encountered 55 Keyword requires READ before it 54 Illegal word after READ command 6 7 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Programming PCIP DMM A User s Ma
81. on 3 6 2 2 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Installation PCIP DMM A User s Manual Figure 2 2 Example Base Address 310 hex Switch Setting 2 4 BOARD INSTALLATION This section provides general instructions for installing the PCIP DMM A Board For more detailed information regarding installation of peripheral boards consult the documentation provided with your computer WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSERT OR REMOVE ANY ADAPTER BOARD WITH THE COMPUTER POWER ON THIS COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO YOUR COMPUTER IBM PC XT AT To install the PCIP DMM A Board 1 Turn the power to the PC and to all attached options OFF 2 Unplug the power cords of all attached options from the electrical outlets Make a note of where all the cables and cords are attached to the rear of the system unit and disconnect 2 3 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Installation PCIP DMM A User s Manual 3 Remove the cover of the PC To do this first remove the five cover mounting screws on the rear panel of the computer Then slide the cover of the computer about 3 4 of the way forward Tilt the cover upwards to remove 4 Choose an available option slot Loosen and remove the screw at the top of the blank adapter plate Then slide the plate up and out to remove 5 Hold the PCIP DMM A in one hand With t
82. or COLOR PCIP DMM Setup Program Drive letter for CONFIG SYS file C Full path name to VI SYS C DMM Declare type of monitor COLOR Specify the type of monitor in system The default monitor is COLOR The current monitor is COLOR Enter one of the following o The word COLOR or MONO followed by ENTER o ENTER to default monitor o ESC to exit setup Figure 3 4 Specifying the type of Monitor 3 8 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Getting Started Manual Set the Help Select Key Mode Select Key and Instrument Select Key as illustrated in Figures 3 5 through 3 7 Whenever the Help Key is pressed and the instrument is visible the help screen will be displayed On line help consists of a brief description of the PCIP DMM A a listing of current key settings and a listing of all commands which can be incorporated into your application programs The default setting for the help key is Alt 4 The Mode Select Key is used to toggle between the mouse and keyboard setup modes Refer to the following section for more information The default Mode Select Key is Alt If you have other PCIP boards installed in your computer the Instrument Select Key is used to toggle between their setup menus The currently selected instrument s menu will appear first in the sequence The default Instru
83. perating Param eter S aa aaa AC Volts Ohms Current Range Selects the current type Choices are AC or DC Selects what type of measurement is to be taken Choose voltage resistance ohms or current The range is dependent upon the measurement type Once the measurement type has been selected an appropriate range is displayed If AUTO is selected the range is automatically set according to the signal Operating Mocdes The PCIP DMM A s operating modes consist of Keyboard Relative Hold Enables keyboard control When Keyboard is selected the mouse is disabled and input is allowed from the keyboard only To ter minate keyboard entry and reactivate the mouse press Esc Enables Disables Relative Mode When enabled a block cursor appears next to the Relative switch and a sample base value is prompted for The 4 1 2 digit display now reflects values relative to the Sample Base value shown Enables Diasables Hold Mode When enabled a block cursor appears next to the Hold switch and the PCIP DMM A will maintain the current reading until this option is selected again Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Operating the PCIP DMM A PCIP DMM A User s Manual SetupLog Displays the PCIP DMM A Data Logging Panel The Logging Panel is described in the following section ManualLog Logs the current reading toa file This option can only be used wh
84. pter 3 for each menu This will allow you to display several Pop Up Menus at once Using PCIPMOD EXE Table 1 names the PCIP device type supported by PCIPMOD EXE Table 1 Devices and their SHOWNAMES SHOWNAME DEVICE DESCRIPTION NAME PCIP AWFG Arbitrary Waveform Generator PCTIP DMM Digital Multimeter DAS 50 High speed Data Acquisition Interface PCIP CNTR Frequency Counter Timer PCIP CAL Voltage Calibrator PCIP SCAN 8 16 Channel Scanner Multiplexer PCIP SCOPE Sampling Oscilloscope PCIP RES Programmable Resistor Network PCIP SST Sine Square Triangle Wave Source To use PCIPMOD EXE A Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Appendix A PCIP DMM A User s Manual Change to the device directory containing PCIPMOD EXE At the DOS prompt type PCIPMOD The program will open as follows This program will modify the ORIGINAL PCIP Driver s 1 Name that is to be used to Open the device 2 Name that is displayed in the upper left corner of the instrument when the instrument is visible Enter the name of the ORIGINAL driver to be modified Please include the entire path name and drive where the device can now be found For example C xxx DAS50DRV SYS ENTER DEVICE TO MODIFY Enter the name of and path to the ORIGINAL device driver file For example if you have two PCIP DMM s and the PCIP DMM driver files are loaded on the D drive unde
85. r any possible damage If any sign of damage is detected return the board to the factory as described in section 7 7 Confirm that each item on the packing list has been shipped It is a good idea to retain the packing material in the event that the board must be returned to the factory for repair Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Installation PCIP DMM A User s Manual 2 3 BASE ADDRESS SWITCH Ji A RED et BLACK BASE psig MA va K we mt Figure 2 1 Location of Switches The PCIP DMM A uses a block of eight non overlapping I O addresses The Base Address Switch is used to set the Base Address of the Board The PCIP DMM A has a default base address setting of 310 hex This slot may be occupied within your computer Base addresses may be assigned within the range 100 to 3FF hex Check your system configura tion and Operator s Manual for available addresses The Base Address Switch is a seven position DIP switch located in the lower right hand corner of the board See Figure 2 1 To set the appropriate base address use a pen tip to move the individual switches into the OFF position For example to set a base address of 310 hex 784 decimal move switches 9 8 and 4 into the OFF position as shown in Figure 2 2 If you are unsure of how to set the Base Address Switch you may find it helpful to run the PCIP DMM A UTILITY EXE program Refer to secti
86. r the directory PCIP enter d pcip dmmdrv sys You will now be prompted for the new DEVICE NAME See Table 1 for existing ones as follows The current name used to open the device is DAS50 Enter the Name to be used for opening the device Enter any name up to eight characters long You must include the For exam ple you could name the device MYDEV1 The program then prompts for the SHOWNAME See Table 1 above of the original device Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Appendix A The current name use for the instrument popup is PCIP DMM Enter the new name to be used This name can not be longer than 7 characters Enter the new SHOWNAME This is the name which appears in the upper left corner of the pop up menu Be sure not to exceed 7 characters For example you could enter dev1 You will then be prompted for the new driver filename and its path Enter the name to be used for the New Driver Please include the drive and complete path of where the driver is to be placed Give the new filename making sure to include the correct path i e C PCIP DEVDR1 SYS When the driver creation process has been completed the message NEW DEVICE HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY WRITTEN will appear Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Appendix
87. r1 F1 Once the PCIP DMM A Set up Menu is popped up you can use a mouse or the keyboard to select the PCIP DMM A s operating parameters 4 2 USING A MOUSE If your computer is equipped with a mouse the mouse can be used to set the operating parameters of the PCIP DMM A Once the PCIP DMM A s setup display is popped up the mouse will be enabled Be sure to load the mouse driver before bringing up the PCIP DMM A s setup display As you move the mouse around you will see the red rectangular cursor move Make your selection by moving the cursor to the parameter to be changed or to select the operating mode Then click the mouse 4 3 USING A KEYBOARD Keyboard mode can be invoked by pressing the Mode Select Key combination See Chapter 3 or if in mouse mode by selecting the Keyboard mode option The default Mode Select Key is Alt 4 The selected parameter will flash and appear in reverse type Each parame ter or value is changed individually Once the value has been changed you must press Information describing the legal strokes for the current parameter will be displayed at the bottom of the menu 4 1 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Operating the PCIP DMM A PCIP DMM A User s Manual 4 4 ON LINE HELP On line Help is always available by pressing the Help Key combination Refer to Chapter 3 The programmed key combination displays in the upp
88. range_value is the numeric value of the voltage current or resistance range Allowed values are 2 20 200 or Auto Auto allows the range to be automatically selected units is the units in which the voltage current or resistance is measured Units can be defined as MV millivolts V Volts MA milliamps O ohms KO killiohms and MO megaohms current_type is the type of current or voltage Choices are A ac or D dc set 20 v Ac Sets the range to 20V ac set au ma The range is auto ranging mA 20 KO Sets the range to 20 Kohm 51 Unknown character encountered 52 Invalid range setup parameters 58 Illegal voltage range 59 Illlegal current range 60 Illegal ohm range 82 Operation not allowed when automatic logging is active 6 22 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Programming SET BELAnVE This command sets the relative value for the measurement The relative value is subtracted from the actual value Syntax SEt RELative N Parameters N is the offset value ON or OFF The offset value is the amount to be subtracted from or added to the value Offsets can be in the following ranges 1 9999E2 to 1 9999E2 volts 1 9999e 1 to 1 9999e 1 amps 1 9999e6 to 1 9999e6 ohms OFF and ON are used to disable or enable the relative mode where OFF disables relative mode and ON enables relative mode Examples Relat
89. re information Date The date the samples were taken appears in the standard format mm dd yy where mm is month dd is day and yy is year This date is logged from your computer s calendar Time The time at which the samples were started appears in the format hh mm ss where hh is hours mm is minutes and ss is seconds This time is logged from your computer s clock Samples This field only appears when data has been logged automatically It spec ifies the number of data samples which are to be recorded The number can range from 1 to 999999 Log Mode This field will contain the mode in which the data was saved If manual appears here the data was logged manually If auto is in this field the data was saved automatically at a programmed time interval Units This field appears only when data has been recorded in Scientific format It represents the units in which the data was measured mVdc Vac etc Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Data File Structure Manual 5 3 2 DATA SECTION A sample of the data storage section of the file is shown in Figure 5 2 Each data record includes the number of the sample in sequence the time the sample was taken the date if specified and the value with units if in readout mode Log Mode Manual 000001 13 41 39 2 4000 05 VDC 000025 14 24 15 7 000 06 VDC x Units VDC Start Data 000
90. s for plotting When automatic logging is selected the PCIP DMM A can be programmed to record up to 999999 readings at a rate of 1 2 seconds to 99 9 minutes between readings Automatic logging may be setup to run in the background while the PC is used for other tasks The PCIP DMM A is fully isolated from the computer and line power The voltage and current input protection assures that board will not be damaged by intentional or inadver tent connections to 120 Vac power All connections are made through three IEC approved recessed safety jacks The terminals are spaced at the standard 3 4 inches and compatible with a wide variety of interconnecting and cabling schemes For users who have sophisticated applications MetraByte provides a library of Language Independent Interface commands These ASCII commands are incorporated into a user designed application program For example to set the board to the 20 Vdc range you would use the command SET 20 Voit DC Application programs can be programmed in several languages including BASIC PASCAL C and FORTRAN 1 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Introduction PCIP DMM A User s Manual 1 2 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION This section provides an overall functional description of the PCIP DMM A Lei Cer deu a i ee The inputs to the PCIP DMM A are isolated 400 V from the computer This protects the computer in the event
91. s not responding at selected base address Check switch setting or press Enter to try again 4 the board is installed at the correct Base Address and you pressed KI the following question will appear Do you want to archive calibration constants stored in EEPROM Y or N This should be done once to archive the factory calibration 5 Follow the remaining instructions to complete the program The Demo Batch Proorom mmmn This program creates executable programs from the provided demo programs Before you begin make certain that all paths to the necessary compilers and linkers are correct To ini tiate the batch program type demo demo_filename Help is provided for the batch pro gram and can be accessed by demo 3 25 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Operating the PCIP DMM A CHAPTER 4 OPERATING THE PCIP DMM A 4 1 GENERAL The PCIP DMM A can be programmed by using the Pop Up Menu or by writing your own application programs incorporating the PCIP DMM A driver commands These com mands are described in Chapter 6 The Pop up Menus are convenient when you first begin to use the PCIP DMM A They provide an easy means to exercise all of the PCIP DMM A s capabilities This chapter describes the Pop Up Menu To access this menu press the defined Pop Up Hot Key s see Chapter 3 The default Pop Up Hot Key sequence is Ct
92. t setting for the Pop Up Menu Key is cere NOTE We suggest that you avoid assigning only one key as a Pop Up key unless it is a function key Assigning one key will most likely will disable that key for use in other software applications BA defines the base address setting for the PCIP DMM A If this parameter is not given the default base address of amp H310 784 decimal will be used b is the value of the base address Base address values may be given in either hex or decimal however if they are given in hex they must be preceded by an ampersand and an H i e amp H Make certain that the base address you give has not been already assigned to another peripheral NOTE If optional parameters are not specified their default values will be used Examples LS D DMM DMM SYS PK CTRL Fl BA amp H310 LS C PCIP DMM SYS BA 768 LS DMM SYS 3 21 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Getting Started PCIP DMM A User s Manual Unloading the Dmverg E The US COM utility lets you unload the PCIP DMM A driver files from the DOS command line Each driver must be unloaded separately Help is available for this utility The help screen briefly describes the function of syntax for and a sample usage for US COM To access help type us at the DOS prompt To unload a driver at the DOS prompt type US PATH DRIVER_FILENAME Where DRIVER_FILENAME _ is VI S
93. t values will be used Example DEVICE C VI SYS HK ALT H MK ALT M SK ALT TAB If this example line were to be placed in the CONFIG SYS file the default selections for the Help Key 1 4 Mode Select Key Alt and Instrument Select Key Ai ali are enabled STEP 2 ADD THE DMM SYS DRIVER NOTE The VI SYS driver must be installed as described in step 1 before installing the DMM SYS driver Add the following line to the CONFIG SYS file DEVICE PATH DMM SYS PK p BA b Where PK designates the Pop Up Menu Key Whenever the indicated key or key combi nation is pressed the instrument s Pop Up Setup Menu will be displayed Each type of instrument must be assigned a different Pop Up Key p is the name of the key combination It must be spelled out For example CTRL P would indicate that and 2 must be pressed at the same time to bring up the help screen The default setting for the Pop Up Menu Key is ctr ED NOTE We suggest that you avoid assigning only one key as a Pop Up key unless it is a function key Assigning one key will most likely will disable that key for use in other software applications 3 5 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Getting Started PCIP DMM A User s Manual BA defines the base address setting for the PCIP DMM A If this parameter is not given the default base address of amp H310 784 decimal will be used b is
94. tallation Category II as described in the International Electrotechnical Commission IEC Standard IEC 60664 Most mea surement control and data I O signals are Installation Category I and must not be directly connected to mains voltage or to voltage sources with high transient over voltages Installation Category II connections require protection for high transient over voltages often associated with local AC mains connections Assume all measurement control and data I O connections are for connection to Category I sources unless otherwise marked or described in the Manual Exercise extreme caution when a shock hazard is present Lethal voltage may be present on cable connector jacks or test fixtures The American National Standards Institute ANSI states that a shock hazard exists when voltage levels greater than 30V RMS 42 4V peak or 60VDC are present A good safety practice is to expect that hazardous volt age is present in any unknown circuit before measuring Operators of this product must be protected from electric shock at all times The responsible body must ensure that operators are prevented access and or insulated from every connection point In some cases connections must be ex posed to potential human contact Product operators in these circumstances must be trained to protect themselves from the risk of electric shock If the circuit is capable of operating at or above 1000 volts no conductive part of the circuit may be exposed
95. tenance and Repair CHAPTER 7 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 7 1 GENERAL This chapter provides instructions for verifying that the PCIP DMM A is performing accu rately Additionally calibration procedures recommended test equipment warranty infor mation and return to factory instructions are given 7 2 TEST EQUIPMENT Recommended equipment for calibrating and testing the PCIP DMM A is listed in the table below Alternate equipment may be used assuming equipment accuracy is at least equal to the specifications listed in Table 7 1 Table 7 1 Test Equipment Specifications Accuracy 520A Precision DC Voltage Voltage Ranges Calibrator 0 001 199 to 199 Vdc Precision AC Voltage Voltage Ranges Calibrator 0 to 100 Vac aces with 520A for Precision AC DC Current Current Ranges 0 3000 to 190 00 mADC and mAAC Resistors Approx Values 50 100 300 Ohms 1 9 3 19 30 190 300 1900 KOhms ie Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Maintenance and Repair PCIP DMM A User s Manual 7 3 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION This section contains the information necessary to verify that the PCIP DMM A s perform ance is within specified accuracy Specifications are contained in section 1 3 of this man ual Ideally performance verification should be performed when the instrument is first received to ensure that no damage or change in calibration has
96. tep 2 above and then by applying the required value specified in Table 7 4 and verifying that the readings are within the specified limits Table 7 4 Resistance Readings 200 Ohms 189 92 to 190 08 2 KOhms 1 8992 to 1 9008 20 KOhms 18 992 to 19 008 200 KOhms 189 92 to 190 08 2 MOhms 1 8992 to 1 9008 7 3 4 AC Current Accuracy Check TOP Figure 7 4 Connection of AC Current Calibrator to PCIP DMM A 7 6 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Maintenance and Repair CAUTION Do not exceed 1 amp to the MA and COM INPUT terminals or the protection fuse will blow 1 Select the AC MA function Select the 2 mA range 2 Connect the AC current calibrator to the PCIP DMM A as shown in Figure 7 5 The HI side of the calibrator should be connected to the MA connector on the PCIP DMM A and the LO side of the calibrator should be connected to the COM connector of the PCIP DMM A 3 Disable the relative REL mode Set the calibrator to output 0 7000 mA ata frequency of 100 Hz Verify that the displayed reading is within the limits specified in Table 7 5 4 Select the 20 mA range on the PCIP DMM A Set the calibrator to output 7 000 mA at a frequency of 100 Hz Verify that the displayed reading is within the limits specified in Table 7 5 5 Select the 200 mA range on the PCIP DMM A Set the calibrator to output 70 00 mA at a frequenc
97. the back up copy PCIP DMM A Disk Back Up Copy Use this disk to install the software 3 1 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Getting Started PCIP DMM A User s Manual 3 3 INSTALLING THE PCIP DMM A SOFTWARE If at all possible the PCIP DMM A software should be installed on your computer s hard drive Installing the PCIP DMM A software in this manner requires the use of the DOS copy command To install the PCIP DMM A software 1 Turnon your PC and its display You should see a prompt which indicates you are at the DOS level 2 The following instructions create a special directory for the PCIP DMM A Disk files and assumes this directory is called DMM At the DOS prompt change to the root directory or other directory you want the PCIP DMM A directory to be branched off from i e type cd 3 Next create the DMM directory Type mkdir dmm OR md dmm Change to the dmm directory by typing cd dmm 3 Place the PCIP DMM A Disk into the floppy drive assume this is drive a and type copy a Repeat as needed You are now ready to install the driver software 3 4 ADDING ANSI SYS to CONFIG SYS The PCIP DMM A software requires that ANSI SYS be loaded from your CONFIG SYS Be sure to add the following instruction to your CONFIG SYS file DEVICE path ANSI SYS 3 2 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 S
98. tisantg com Introduction PCIP DMM A User s Manual AC Voltage True RMS AC Coupled Accuracy of reading digits gt 10 MOhm 100pF gt 1000 MOhm lt 100Pf gt 1 MOhm lt 100Pf gt 1 MOhm lt 100Pf Overload 250 Vdc or peak AC NOTE Accuracy is FS and applies above 200 counts 1 of FS and to the stated percent 30 counts 0 15 crest factor ratio of peak to RMS up to 3 1 allowable add 0 1 for 3 1 crest factor Resistance Range Resolution 1 Year Settling time 2 sec to within 3 counts of final value Overload 250 V continuous Open Circuit Voltage lt 3 5V all ranges Accuracy of reading digits With zero set by REL function Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Introduction Manual DC Current Accuracy of reading digits With zero set by REL function Overload Protection 0 5A 100 Volts AC Current above 1 of full scale Accuracy of reading digits Overload 0 5 A 100 Volts Conversion Rate 2 5 Readings sec Isolation Input COM to computer ground greater than 100 MOhm shunted by approx 250pF Max input COM to computer ground 400 Vdc Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Introduction PCIP DMM A User s Manual Power Drawn from the PC
99. tting the zero for the particular range similar to the procedure described in step 3 above and then applying the required voltage and frequency specified in Table 7 3 and verifying that the readings are within the specified limits 7 4 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com PCIP DMM A User s Manual Maintenance and Repair Table 7 3 PCIP DMM A AC Voltage Range PCIP DMM A Applied Allowable Readings Range AC Voltage 100 Hz 99 00 to 101 00 97 00 to 103 00 0 9900 to 1 0100 9700 to 1 0300 9 900 to 10 100 9 700 to 10 300 89 00 to 91 00 87 30 to 92 70 7 3 3 Resistance Accuracy Check TOP VOHM 2 COM RESISTOR MA DMM REAR VIEW Figure 7 3 Connection of Calibration Resistor 7 5 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Maintenance and Repair PCIP DMM A User s Manual 1 Select the ohms function and the 200 Ohm range 2 Connect the test leads to the PCIP DMM A input HI and LO terminals Short the leads together Enable the relative REL mode Check to see that the display reads 000 00 3 Connect a 190 Ohm calibration resistor as shown in Figure 7 4 4 Check to see that the displayed reading is within the limits specified in Table 7 4 5 Check the 2K 20K 200K and 2 MOhm ranges by first setting the zero on the particular range similar to the procedure described in s
100. urned to the factory for proper cleaning servicing Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com N Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com s TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 T INTRODUCTION NW GENEKALINTRODUC TION E 1 1 SS 1 2 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION scccssesoasvencsiesdensdnctuciwincnneeceveneenoeatopeesebeassedsanislodeesacuseusennsdonendets 1 2 1 3 FILES ON THE REGER KIEREN 1 3 ae E SFECLA ON EE 1 3 1 9 ORDERING INFORMATION EE 1 7 SS 16 HOW EO AR EIN E E 1 8 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION 2 CENETA shrugs arene eves EEEE sees eves EE 2 1 2 2 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION sssscscescossencesssexecssncesoreccaenescectecetsccseetsnszersdensucadcssnientuecsanes 2 1 29 DASE ADDRESS SWIC BEE 2 2 24 BOARD INSTA CCA HON ierse aE e R ener Eai 2 3 GEN RK eeh NL 2 5 CHAPTER 3 GETTING STARTED TEIN E 3 1 3 2 MAKING A BACKUP COPY OF THE SOFTWARE cece cseesesesetseesseceeeeeeeeeeaees 3 1 3 3 INSTALLING THE PCIP DMM SCOHIWARE an 3 2 3 4 ADDING ANSLS YS TO CONFIG YO sysesesncthecsscnccleccaseesstincusn cee ceatenssdeeccunssbtonspnsaveerveaeene 3 2 a 3 5 INSTALLING THE DEVICE DIV ERS E 3 3 3 6 ADDITIONAL PCIP DMM PROGRAMS ce esescecssstssesscsseessocesesseessesssseeeesenesenaeeeeeaees 3 23 CHAPTER 4 OPERATING THE PID DMM S o GENEA Doa E E E tense T A A ee a aoe E 4 1 TA UIN Pa E 4 1 43 TN Eegenen 4 1 Se INN E E 4 2 Ge ER
101. y Base Address 4 Write Deselect Calibration NOVRAM Writing to this register de selects the IC s used to store calibration data This register must be written to after each instruction word is sent to the Calibration non volatile RAM s and also when the calibration procedure is complete B 7 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com pecifications are subject to change without notice All Keithley trademarks and trade names are the property of Keithley Instruments Inc All other trademarks and rade names are the property of their respective companies KEITHLEY Keithley Instruments Inc 28775 Aurora Road e Cleveland Ohio 44139 e 440 248 0400 e Fax 440 248 6168 1 888 KEITHLEY 534 8453 e www keithley com ales Offices BELGIUM Bergensesteenweg 709 e B 1600 Sint Pieters Leeuw e 02 363 00 40 Fax 02 363 00 64 CHINA Yuan Chen Xin Building Room 705 e 12 vumm Road Dewai Madian Beijing 100029 8610 6202 2886 Fax 8610 6202 2892 FINLAND Tietajantie 2 e 02130 Espoo e Phone 09 54 75 08 10 Fax 09 25 10 51 00 FRANCE 3 all e des Garays e 91127 Palaiseau C dex e 01 64 53 20 20 Fax 01 60 11 77 26 GERMANY Landsberger Strasse 65 82110 Germering e 089 84 93 07 40 Fax 089 84 93 07 34 GREAT BRITAIN Unit 2 Commerce Park Brunel Road Theale e Berkshire RG7 4AB e 0118 929 7500 Fax 0118 929 7519 INDIA Flat 2B Willocrissa 14 Rest House Crescent
102. y of 100 Hz Verify that the reading is within the limits specified in Table 7 5 Table 7 5 AC Current Values PCIP DMM A Range Applied AC Allowable Readings Current 100 Hz 2mA 0 7000 mA 0 6930 to 0 7070 20 mA 7 0000 mA 6 930 to 7 070 200 mA 70 00 mA 69 30 to 70 70 7 3 5 DC Current Accuracy Check CAUTION Do not exceed 0 5 amp to the MA and COM INPUT terminals or the protection fuse will blow 7 7 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com Maintenance and Repair PCIP DMM A User s Manual 1 Select the DC MA function Select the 2 mA range 2 Connect the DC current calibrator to the PCIP DMM A as shown in Figure 7 5 The HI side of the calibrator should be connected to the MA connector on the PCIP DMM A and the LO side of the calibrator should be connected to the COM connector of the PCIP DMM A 3 Set the calibrator to 0 0000 mA 4 Verify the displayed reading is 0 0000 0 0001 5 Set the calibrator to output 1 0000 mA Verify that the displayed reading is within the limits specified in Table 7 6 6 Select the 20 mA range on the PCIP DMM A Set the calibrator to output 0 000 mA and enable the relative REL mode Verify that the displayed reading is 0 000 0 001 7 Set the calibrator to output 10 000 mA Verify that the displayed reading is within the limits specified in Table 7 6 8 Select the 200 mA range on the PCIP DMM A Set the
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