I O Display Systems Network Card Basic I O Product User Manual

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Vol.1  
Table of Contents  
The Basic I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1  
ANALOG INPUTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2  
DIGITAL INPUTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4  
DIGITAL OUTPUTS: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5  
SYSTEM THROUGHPUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 6  
COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8  
Available I/O Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 9  
DIAGNOSTICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10  
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10  
PRODUCT TEST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11  
Warranty: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11  
MOUNTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1  
POWER WIRING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2  
COMMUNICATING WITH THE BASIC I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3  
Multidrop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4  
Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4  
RS-422 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5  
RS-485 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5  
RS-485 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 6  
COMMUNICATION WIRING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 7  
Network load V.S. Noise suppression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 8  
Network Bias Resistors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 8  
RS-422 HOST TO BASIC I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 9  
BASIC I/O TO BASIC I/O RS-422 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 10  
RS-485 Host to BASIC I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 11  
BASIC I/O to BASIC I/O RS-485 (Multidrop only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 12  
BASIC I/O Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 13  
Analog/ Digital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 14  
Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 14  
Baud Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 14  
Protocol Handshake Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 15  
Network Type Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 16  
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Communication verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 18  
Hardware error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 19  
Hardware watchdog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 19  
Sensor/ Actuator I/O wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 19  
Analog Inputs: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 20  
Analog Outputs: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 22  
Digital Inputs: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 23  
Digital Output Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 24  
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The Basic I/O 1  
THE BASIC I/O:  
BASIC I/Os are a family of small, industrial grade, remote data acquisition and control  
systems which exchange data with a Host computer via a serial communications link.  
Controlled by a wide range of software running on a Host computer, Basic I/Os are located  
near the sensors and actuators. The serial link eliminates the need for expensive and noise  
prone signal wiring between field sensors and actuators, and a central control room.  
Each BASIC I/O system consists of one logic board connected to a 4, 8, or 16 position I/O  
module mounting rack. This combination is then field configurable to accept either analog or  
digital electrically isolated input or output modules which can interface to a wide variety of  
sensors and actuators.  
BASIC I/O networks can service over 4000 analog and/or digital I/O lines in various  
combinations.  
User selected serial communications between the Host and the first BASIC I/O can be RS-  
422 or RS-485. These communications links allow the units to operate up to 5000 feet apart.  
Baud rates from 300 to 38,400 are available.  
The BASIC I/O instruction set core complies 100% with that of the OPTO- 22 Optomux ™ .  
With this ASCII character, speak-only-when-spoken-to protocol, a Host transmits inquiry  
requests to the BASIC I/O to determine the status of its various process inputs. Similarly, the  
software in the Host computer makes control decisions and transmits instructions to the  
BASIC I/O, which in turn, makes the proper changes to its various outputs. Both the Host and  
its communications link are essential elements in this data acquisition and process control  
scheme.  
Software for use with the BASIC I/O system can be obtained from a variety of sources.  
Nearly every third party SCADA software vendor has developed a driver which is compatible  
with this system. In addition, the communication protocol employed by the BASIC I/O  
product is a published ASCII printable standard. This makes developing your own software a  
simple matter. duTec also offers a software solution called EASY I/O. With this package,  
custom QuickBASIC source code is generated to fit the signals generated to fit the signals  
located on the BASIC I/O. Once configured, a simple data acquisition program is  
automatically generated. This sample can then be altered to fit the particular needs of the user.  
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A notable feature of the BASIC I/O is its ability to gather data and perform ranging and  
statistical operations on raw data before it is sent to the Host. The Host can thus spend less  
time manipulating data and more time gathering it. The following sections discuss the  
different signals the BASIC I/O can handle.  
ANALOG INPUTS:  
duTec analog input modules are 100% isolated and accept a wide range of voltages, currents,  
the outputs of thermocouples, RTDs, and 590 type temperature probes.  
BASIC I/O instructions provide linearized thermocouple and RTD sensor data. Engineering  
unit conversion is performed by the host software, such as duTec’s EASYIO program  
generator.  
The BASIC I/O samples individual analog inputs at the constant rate of samples per second.  
The effective sample rate per channel is determined by the total number of channels to be  
sampled.  
Analog input instruction types are:  
Input Value  
Offsets  
Determines signal levels, with 12 bit (1 part in 4096) resolution  
Input values can be software offset or “Zeroed” with 12 bit (1 part in  
4096) resolution over the module’s specified range.  
Gain/Slope  
The amplitude of input values can be software multiplied by factors  
ranging from 0.25 to 4.0.  
Range Limits  
The occurrence of input values falling out of user defined upper or  
lower limits can be flagged.  
Minimums  
Maximum  
Averages  
The minimum level of input values can be captured.  
The maximum level of input values can be captured.  
Can calculate average input amplitude for 1-65,535 samples.  
Temperature  
Provides linear temperature in C for thermocouples, RTD and type  
590 temperature probes.  
Thermocouple modules provide cold reference junction compensation.  
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ANALOG OUTPUTS:  
Analog output modules are 100% isolated. These self-sourcing modules provide the voltage or  
current necessary to drive standard instrumentation loads. All are updated every 10 Ms, or 100  
times per second.  
Analog output instruction types are:  
Level Value  
Waveforms  
Can set output levels, as a fraction of the module’s full scale  
range, and are specified with 12 bit (1 part in 4096) resolution.  
Can provide square, triangle, sawtooth or ramp waveforms,  
Maximum and Minimum amplitudes, as a fraction of the output  
module’s full scale range, are specified with 12 bit (1 part in  
4096) resolution. Waveform periods are specified from 0.1 to  
6,553 seconds (about 109 minutes).  
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DIGITAL INPUTS:  
Digital input modules detect the presence or absence of a field signal. Module types vary from  
AC to dry contact sense. Because the industry standard modules are optically isolated, the  
response time performance of digital input instructions can be limited by the delay in the input  
modules themselves. Some modules can have rise and fall times of up to 40 milliseconds.  
Digital input instruction types are:  
Read  
Read the On or Off state of all inputs. This data is  
updated every 10 Milliseconds.  
Edge Detection  
Off-to- On and On-to-Off transitions can be detected  
within 1 millisecond of their occurrence. Action is  
only reported every 10 milliseconds.  
Pulse Widths  
BASIC I/Os can report pulse width measurements  
from .01 seconds to 46.6 hours. Minimum resolution  
is .01 seconds (Pulse widths up to 10.9 minutes).  
Either on or off pulses can be measured.  
Pulse Counting  
Pulses can be counted up to a total of 65,535. To be  
reliably counted, pulses must have a minimum On and  
Off time of 1 millisecond. Thus the maximum  
counting rate for a 50% duty cycle square wave is  
once every 2 milliseconds (500Hz).  
Frequency  
Direct frequency measurements can be made on  
digital inputs at rates of up to 500 Hz with a user  
specified time base of from .01 to 2.55 seconds.  
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DIGITAL OUTPUTS:  
Digital output modules, commonly referred to as solid state relays, control external AC or DC  
power sources. A dry-contact (mechanical relay) with very low contact resistance is also  
available.  
Digital output instruction types are:  
Set outputs  
Can set individual or multiple outputs On or Off.  
Pulse Generator  
Can generate 1 to 65,535, 50% duty cycle pulses whose equal  
On and Off periods can range from 0.01 to 2.55 seconds.  
Resolution can be reduced by a factor of 1-256 on a system  
wide basis to increase the maximum pulse width available.  
Modifiers:  
One Shot  
Can generate On or Off pulse durations of up to 10.9 minutes  
with a resolution of 0.01 seconds. Resolution can be reduced by  
a factor of 1-256 on a system wide basis increasing duration up  
to 46 hours. Re-triggering is available.  
Delayed  
Can generate delayed On or Off outputs after delaying up to  
10.9 minutes with a resolution of 0.01 seconds. Resolution can  
be reduced by a factor of up 1-256 on a system wide basis  
increasing the delay before changing state up to 46.6 hours. Re-  
triggering is available.  
Square wave  
Can generate square waves with programmable On and Off  
periods. On and Off periods have a base range from 0.01  
seconds to 10.9 minutes. Resolution can be reduced by a factor  
of 1-256 on a system wide basis increasing duration to 46.6  
hours.  
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SYSTEM THROUGHPUT:  
Input data throughput is the time from beginning of the first character of an input instruction  
to the end of the last character of the response. The processing time of the Host computer will  
affect the effective throughput.  
Output Execution throughput is the time from the beginning of the first character of an  
instruction until the actual output changes. Because the instruction acknowledgment occurs  
before the outputs actually change state, the processing time of the host computer controlling  
output instructions can reduce the effective throughput. This is even possible at 38,400 baud  
to instruct the BASIC I/O to turn a digital output on and then immediately instruct it to turn  
back off so quickly that the module never actually gets activated.  
Tables below show milliseconds per channel and channels per second for 1 and 16 I/O  
channel cases.  
THROUGHPUT TABLES  
Input (Digital M)  
16 Channels  
Output (Digital J)  
1 Channel  
Chan  
1 Channel  
16 Channels  
mSec/ Chan /Sec  
16 Ch  
Baud Rate mSec/ Chan/Sec  
Chan  
mSec/  
16 Ch  
Chan/ Sec  
mSec/  
Chan  
/Sec  
300  
600  
501  
251  
126  
64  
2
501  
251  
126  
64  
32  
379  
195  
104  
58  
3
379  
195  
104  
58  
42  
4
64  
5
82  
1200  
2400  
4800  
9600  
8
127  
252  
496  
962  
10  
17  
29  
43  
154  
277  
458  
682  
16  
31  
60  
32  
32  
35  
35  
17  
17  
23  
23  
19200  
38400  
9
5
113  
204  
9
5
1816  
3261  
18  
15  
56  
67  
18  
15  
902  
1076  
Input (Analog L)  
16 Channels  
Output (Analog S)  
1 Channel  
Chan  
1 Channel  
Baud Rate mSec/  
Chan  
16 Channels  
Chan/  
Sec  
2
mSec/  
Chan/ Sec  
mSec/  
Chan  
484  
mSec/  
16 Ch  
2
Chan /Sec  
16 Ch  
2639  
/Sec  
1984  
300  
639  
323  
164  
85  
6
8
600  
3
6
1323  
664  
12  
24  
48  
250  
134  
75  
4
7
1000  
509  
16  
31  
61  
1200  
2400  
12  
335  
13  
263  
4800  
9600  
46  
26  
16  
22  
39  
63  
71  
88  
47  
94  
46  
32  
24  
22  
32  
41  
140  
78  
114  
204  
335  
181  
339  
19200  
48  
38400  
11  
91  
27  
602  
21  
48  
32  
494  
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It should be noted that the values in the preceding throughput tables and the following  
equations reflect only the communications overhead and inherent processing delay of the  
BASIC I/O equipment. In practice, a significant amount of overhead will be devoted to other  
processing tasks such as screen updates, Data logging, etc... Typically these other tasks  
become the limiting factor in the “overall” throughput.  
The equations below can be used for determining the hardware’s role in throughput for any  
number of channels. (t is in Milliseconds) Throughput for digital I/O is independent of the  
number of channels.  
Digital Input Data (Digital M) Time for 1-16 channels:  
t digital Input = 1000*((150/Baud Rate) +0.001)  
Digital Output Execution (Digital J) Time for 1-16 channels:  
t digital Output = 1000 ((110/Baud Rate) +0.012)  
Throughput for analog I/O varies with the number of channels, n.  
Analog Input Data (Analog L) Time for n channels:  
t analog Input = 1000 *(((150 + 40 * n)/Baud Rate) + 0.006)  
Analog Output Execution (Analog S) Time for n channels:  
t analog output = 1000 *(((110 + 30 *n)/Baud Rate) + 0.017)  
For determining the throughput for systems with a mixture of analog and digital data inputs  
and the execution of analog and digital outputs, it is necessary to determine the time for each  
instruction using these equations. The sum of these, t, In milliseconds, is the time required to  
provide the service required by all instructions.  
t=t digital Input + t digital Output + t analog Input + t analog Output  
Dividing this sum into 1000 (milliseconds) yields the number of cycles per second.  
Complete cycles/ Sec = 1000/ t  
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COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL:  
The BASIC I/O Communication Protocol is 100% compatible with the Opto-22 Optomux™  
protocol. This ASCII printable serial protocol uses a “speak-only-when-spoken-to” format  
where only the host can initiate an information exchange. Each BASIC I/O unit installed in a  
network has a unique address. This address is embedded in the instruction generated by the  
host computer. Every BASIC I/O chassis receives the instruction but only the unit which is  
set to the address found in that instruction will respond. Every string of data whose length is  
greater than one character is followed by a checksum to ensure data integrity. This protocol  
also provides an instruction verification mode for further data transmission reliability.  
As a result of the specific nature of the BASIC I/O communications protocol, the RS-422 or  
RS-485 network can be shared with other devices whose protocol is similar.  
A knowledge of serial communications, hexadecimal to decimal conversion, and string data  
manipulation is required to compose custom user generated Host software. DuTec’s EASY  
I/O software is designed to minimize these obstacles.  
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Available I/O Modules  
ANALOG INPUTS, 12 BIT ANALOG OUTPUTS, 12 BIT  
Frequency  
Input 300Hz -10KHz  
Voltage  
Output 0-1V, self-sourcing  
IIF10K-B  
OV1  
IF2.5K-L  
IF5K-l  
Input 0-2.5KHz  
Input 0-5KHz  
OV5  
OV10  
Output 0-5V, self-sourcing  
Output 0-10V, self-sourcing  
IF10K-L  
Input 0-10KHz  
Voltage  
Current  
Output 4-20mA, self-sourcing To 275 Ohm  
load.  
IV25M  
Input 0-25mV  
OI420  
IV50M  
IV100M  
IV1  
Input 0-50mV  
Input 0-100mV  
Input 0-1V  
DIGITAL INPUTS  
IV5  
Input 0-5V  
AC  
IV5B  
IV10  
IV10B  
Input Bipolar +/-5V  
Input 0-10V  
Input Bipolar +/-10V  
IAC5  
IAC5A  
DC  
Input 90-140Vac  
Input 180-280Vac  
IVAC  
IVAC-A  
Input 28-140Vac  
Input 56-280Vac  
IDC5D  
IDC5S*  
Input 3-32Vdc Fast, >500Hz  
Input Dry Contact Sense Built-in Isolated  
Voltage Source  
Current  
IDC5NP  
Input 10-32 Vdc, 15-32Vac Non-Polarized  
II420  
Input 4-20mAdc  
IIAC5  
Input 0-5Aac  
Thermocouple  
DIGITAL OUTPUTS  
ITCE  
ITCJ  
ITCJ-1  
ITCK  
ITCK-1  
ITCR  
ITCR-1  
ITCS  
ITCS-1  
Type E 0 To 435 C  
Type J 0 To 700 C  
Type J -80 To 750 C  
Type K -100 To 924 C  
Type K -110 To 1250 C  
Type R 0 To 960 C  
Type R 0 To 1760 C  
Type S 0 To 1034 C  
Type S 0 To 1760 C  
AC  
OAC5  
Output 12-140Vac, 3.5A  
Output 24-280Vac, N.C.(Normally Closed)  
Output 20-280Vac, 6.0A  
OAC5A  
OAC5J  
DC  
ODC5  
Output 5-60Vdc, 3.5A  
Output 4-200Vdc, 1.0A  
Electro-Mechanical 0.5A Relay Form A,  
Normally Open (NO)  
ODC5A  
ODC5R  
ITCT  
I TCT-1  
ITCT-2  
Type T -200 To 224 C  
Type T -120 To 400 C  
Type T 0 To 150 C  
RTD  
SPECIAL PURPOSE  
Input +/-200mV, 0-10KHz Digital**  
Sensor Power Supply 18-24 Vdc, 30mA  
Digital Input/ Output Test Module with Field  
Switch and LED  
IDC5Z*  
SPS-1*  
TI01  
ITR10  
ITR100  
ITR100-1  
10 Ohm Cu -55 To 150 C  
100 Ohm Pt -55 To 350 C  
SUPPORT PRODUCTS  
Fuses  
100 Ohm Pt  
0
To 100 C  
Type 590 Temperature Sensor  
-188.4 To 150 C  
FM-06  
FM-1  
Fuse Assembly 0.062A  
Fuse assembly, 1.0A  
ITP590  
ITP590-1  
-50.0  
To 150 C  
FM-3  
FM-5  
Fuse assembly , 3.0A  
Fuse assembly, 5.0A  
* When selecting a power supply for the system assume 25mA for standard digital modules and 100 mA  
for marked with an *** The IDC5Z module is used for low-level signals and will pass signals at the rate  
of 10KHz The BASIC I/O however, is limited to signals up to 500Hz.  
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DIAGNOSTICS:  
To confirm internal operations and communications link integrity, a set of built-in diagnostics  
test key system functions each time power is applied. Diagnostics reduce both installation  
debugging and operation troubleshooting.  
A hardware watchdog timer insures safe shutdown in the event of processor or software  
failures by turning all outputs OFF. Normally ON modules are available for those loads that  
must remain ON.  
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS  
Power Requirements  
Voltage:  
Current:  
5.0-5.4Vdc  
250mA +25mA Per digital module.  
Note that the current draw of some specialized digital modules Such as the IDC5S or the  
ODC5R, can be substantially larger Than 25mA. Consult the specific module data sheet for  
this Value when sizing power supplies.  
Operating Temp.  
0 C to 60 C Contact factory for other operating temp  
Ranges  
Humidity  
Weight  
95% non-condensing  
22 oz. Max (BIO16) Not including modules.  
BASIC I/Os are ready to install, only dc power, communication and sensor or actuator wiring  
is required  
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PRODUCT TEST  
Every BASIC I/O is burned-in at 70 °C while operating in a network for a period of 24 hours  
prior to shipment.  
Every analog I/O module is operated and tested while it’s ambient operating temperature is  
cycled over the specified operating range of 0°C to 60°C for a period of 24 hours.  
BASIC I/O Models:  
BIO4  
BIO8  
BIO16  
4 Position BASIC I/O Unit Includes SLB Logic Board and SMB4 Module board  
less modules and power supply.  
8 Position BASIC I/O Unit Includes SLB Logic board and SMB8 module board  
less modules and power supply.  
16 Position BASIC I/O Unit Includes SLB logic board and SMB16 module board  
less modules and power supply.  
Warranty:  
duTec warrants its products to be free of defects in materials and  
workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of shipment.  
DuTec may, at its option repair or replace all materials found to be  
defective. All repair or replacement must be performed by duTec  
personnel. Any parts determined by duTec to be defective as a result  
of abuse, attempts to repair, or misuse by the customer will be repaired  
at the expense of the customer.  
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MOUNTING:  
BASIC I/Os come in 4, 8, and 16 channel versions. Figure 2-1 below shows the footprint of  
each BASIC I/O. Using corner holes, the unit can be mounted with 4- #6 or #8 round head or  
pan head screws. The BIO16 version has two additional mounting holes located near the  
center of the board as well. Hole locations in relation to the overall dimensions for each are  
shown below. Since the same BASIC I/O boards are used for digital or analog applications,  
the same mounting dimensions and panel space are used for both.  
FIGURE 2-1 BASIC I/O FOOTPRINT  
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POWER WIRING:  
Power connections are made at the 2 position terminal block located on the module board  
marked +5V and GND No. 8 captive wire clamps accept 10-16 AWG wire or spade lugs.  
+5V GND  
Power wiring conventions:  
+ of the power source to the +5V terminal  
- of the power source to the terminal marked GND  
Power requirements  
Voltage: 5.0- 5.4Vdc  
Current: 250 mA + 25mA per digital module or 250 + 200mA per analog  
module.  
Note that the current draw of some specialized digital  
modules such as the IDC5S or the IDC5Z, can be  
substantially larger than 25 mA. Consult the specific  
module data sheet for this value when sizing power  
supplies.  
Practices: In general it is good practice to reserve the +5Vdc power supply  
exclusively for the task of powering one or more BASIC I/O units. As  
with any microprocessor based equipment, reasonably clean power is  
required for reliable operation. Sharing power with other devices such  
as field signal transducers and contact excitation should be avoided.  
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COMMUNICATING WITH THE BASIC I/O:  
The BASIC I/O is designed to serve as an intelligent I/O front end for a Host computer  
(Typically a P.C.). The host and BASIC I/O communicate over a serial link. This interchange  
is half-duplex in nature; that is to say the host and BASIC I/O will never be transmitting at  
the exact same time. Further, the communications protocol is considered “speak-only-when-  
spoken-to”; the Host must poll the BASIC I/O whenever it needs fresh data. This polling is  
accomplished when the host sends an instruction to the BASIC I/O. The BASIC I/O will then  
generate a reply. Each valid instruction will illicit a corresponding response. The integrity of  
this communication is verified using message content checksums.  
The serial communication is a form of ASCII printable characters and makes heavy use of the  
hexadecimal numbering system. The format of the ASCII characters used is: One start bit,  
eight data bits, one stop bit, and no parity.  
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BASIC I/Os can be networked together to obtain up to 4096 I/O points of data. These serial  
networks can be either multidrop or repeat.  
Figure 2-3 Multidrop V.S. Repeat networks  
Multidrop:  
Multidrop networks can be up to 5000 ft long end-to-end.  
Each station is passively located on the network and represents one “Drop” or  
load to the host communication driver.  
A multidrop network will tolerate loss of power to any one station without  
effecting the rest of the network..  
RS-485 can only be multidrop  
Signal boost may be necessary depending on line conditions and number of  
drops.  
Repeat:  
Repeat networks can be as long as 5000 ft between each unit.  
Each station plays an active role in communications to other units. If power is  
removed from a unit in a repeat network, communications to units “downstream”  
from it will be lost as well.  
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The serial communications link between a Host computer and a network of BASIC I/Os is  
made up of either a single (RS-485 half-duplex) or Dual (RS-422 full duplex) shielded twisted  
pair (s) of wires whose shields are connected to a signal common conductor. This  
communications link should in turn have an overall shield which is isolated from the signals  
(including signal ground) and connected to earth or chassis ground at one location. The most  
common cause of difficulty experienced by customers in the field is improperly installed  
communications wiring.  
RS-422:  
Advantages:  
Easier to implement in software since host driver need not be controlled.  
Can be either Multidrop or Repeat  
No turn-around delay required.  
Disadvantages:  
Requires five conductor wire instead of three  
RS-485:  
Advantages:  
Needs only 3 wire conductor  
Disadvantages:  
Host 485 driver control must be implemented requiring tricky serial port manipulations  
Can only be Multidrop  
Usually requires turn around delay implementation.  
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RS-485 Programming:  
The BASIC I/O will work equally well when connected to either RS-422 or RS-485.  
However special host programming considerations may be necessary when implementing an  
RS-485 network. Unlike RS-422 where both the transmit and Receive signals have their own  
differential pair of conductors, RS-485 utilizes only one differential pair. The single pair of  
conductors is used bidirectionally and handles both transmit and receive signals. In order for  
this to be possible, the transmitter for each device on this type of network must be enabled and  
disabled whenever a message is to be sent. The transmitter for the BASIC I/O is designed to  
handle this control automatically. However, the transmitter control for most popular RS-485  
cards that are installed in the Host computer must be controlled by the user program. This  
control is not straight forward and may impact the overall system throughput with inherent  
delay periods. The following is a typical instruction/ response transaction between a host  
computer and a BASIC I/O using RS-485.  
1)  
2)  
The Host computer enables its RS-485 transmitter (usually via the RTS line)  
The Host then sends an instruction to the BASIC I/O in the form of an ASCII printable  
string.  
3)  
4)  
5)  
6)  
Once the Host determines that the string has been completely sent, the RS-485  
transmitter is disabled.  
Every BASIC I/O on the network receives the instruction and begin to decode it. That  
particular BASIC I/O addressed begins to construct a response.  
Once the carriage return is of the instruction is received, the BASIC I/O begins to  
transmit a response.  
The Host receives the response and takes the appropriate action.  
This interaction is heavily dependant on asynchronous timing. Usually, the Host software has  
no real means of determining that the instruction has been completely sent. This means that  
the program must calculate the  
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approximate time necessary to transmit the entire instruction before the RS-485 driver is  
disabled. Since the BASIC I/O can respond very quickly to the instruction, the Host must  
disable the driver as soon as possible in order to receive the BASIC I/Os response. RS-485  
communications can be tricky at best and should be seriously considered before being  
adopted. Third party software users should make sure that the package they have chosen  
supports the particular RS-485 communications card to be used.  
COMMUNICATION WIRING:  
The Host to first BASIC I/O can be RS-422 or RS-485. Most Host computers come  
equipped with an RS-232 serial port. A choice must be made to either equip the host with an  
RS-422 or RS-485 card or to use an external RS-232 to RS-422/ 485 converter.  
For ranges less than 5000 feet, both RS-422 and RS-485 networks can operate in multidrop  
mode. For ranges greater than 5000 feet, RS-422 (NOT RS-485) networks can operate in  
repeater mode. In this mode, the distance between individual units can be up to 5000 feet. The  
trade-off for using the repeat mode is that the powering down of any single unit disables  
communications with all units further “downstream” from the host.  
A network of BASIC I/O’s must be made up of units which are configured as either all  
multidrop or all repeat.  
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Network load V.S. Noise suppression:  
In order to improve RS-485 Bus noise immunity, particularly under tri-state conditions, a pair  
of “Network Bias Resistors” have been installed in each BASIC I/O unit. This design feature  
has been implemented in order to satisfy the majority of our customers. If it is necessary to  
multidrop more than eight BASIC I/O units(but ultimately less than thirty-two devices), It  
will be necessary to remove these network bias resistors so as to not exceed the maximum bus  
loading. However, in order to retain noise immunity, the network bias resistors should remain  
installed in at least one BASIC I/O on the network. Figure 2-4 below shows the location of  
the four network bias resistors.  
R34 is the 1.5k from prior +bias resistor  
R35 is the 1.5k from prior - bias resistor  
R36 is the 1.5k from next + bias resistor  
R37 is the 1.5k from next - bias resistor  
Figure 2-4 Network Bias Resistor Locations  
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RS-422 HOST TO BASIC I/O:  
Figure 2-5 RS-422 Host to BASIC I/O wiring  
Figure 2-5 shows two individually shielded twisted pairs of AWG 24. Each pair has a ground  
wire connected to its shield. These drain wires are then connected to the signal grounds at  
each unit. A Separate shield encases the entire cable. The drain wire for this over-all shield is  
tied to earth ground at one location. An example of acceptable wire for this application would  
be Belden 8162. In a perfect world with no electrical noise and equal ground potentials  
everywhere, the ground connection is not required. However, omitting this signal ground in  
industrial applications can lead to costly debugging.  
These connections are made by placing a 1/4 inch stripped wire into the openings of the wire  
clamp terminal block and tightening the screw. This terminal block will accept gauges from  
14 to 30AWG.  
An alternate means for network connection is to use the 10 pin male connector located behind  
the clamp terminal block. This connector mates with Molex shell number 50-57-9005, and  
uses pins number 16-02-0103.  
In addition to the Host-To-BASIC I/O wiring, the installer should confirm that the network  
type switches are set in the correct position: Multidrop, Repeater, or Last Unit.  
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Figure 2-6 RS-422 BASIC I/O-To-BASIC I/O multidrop  
Figure 2-6 shows two individually shielded twisted pairs of AWG24. Each pair has a drain  
wire connected to its shield. These drain wires are then connected to the signal grounds at  
each unit. A separate shield encases the entire cable. The drain wire for the over-all shield is  
tied to earth ground at one end. An example of acceptable wire for this application would be  
Belden 8162. In a perfect world with no electrical noise and equal ground potentials  
everywhere, the ground connection is not required. Omitting this signal ground in industrial  
applications can lead to unstable operation and costly debugging.  
These connections are made by placing a 1/4 inch stripped wire into the openings of the wire  
clamp terminal block and tightening the screw. This terminal block will accept gauges from  
14 to 30 AWG.  
An alternate means of network connection is to use the ten pin male connector located behind  
the clamp terminal block. This connector mates with Molex shell number 50-57-9005, and  
uses pins 16-02-0103.  
In addition to the BASIC I/O to BASIC I/O wiring, the installer should confirm that the  
network type switches are set in their correct position: Multidrop, Repeater, or Last unit.  
NOTE: The number of BASIC I/Os that can be networked in a multidrop configuration  
before a signal amplifier (An external repeater) is needed depends greatly on external factors.  
Repeater networks are unlimited.  
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RS-485 Host to BASIC I/O:  
Figure 2-7 RS-485 To-BASIC I/O  
Figure 2-7 shows one individually shielded twisted pair of AWG 24. Each pair has a drain  
wire connected to its shield. These drain wires are then connected to the signal grounds at  
each unit. A separate shield encases the entire cable. The drain wire for the over-all shield is  
tied to earth ground at one end. An example of acceptable wire for this application would be  
Belden 8162. In a perfect world with no electrical noise and equal ground potentials  
everywhere, the ground connection is not required. Omitting this signal ground in industrial  
applications can lead to unstable operation and costly debugging.  
These connections are made by placing a 1/4 inch stripped wire into the openings of the wire  
clamp terminal block and tightening the screw. This terminal block will accept gauges from  
14 to 30 AWG.  
An alternate means of network connection is to use the ten pin male connector located behind  
the clamp terminal block. This connector mates with Molex shell number 50-57-9005, and  
uses pins 16-02-0103.  
In addition to the BASIC I/O to BASIC I/O wiring, the installer should confirm that the  
network type switches are set in their correct position: Multidrop, Repeater, or Last unit.  
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BASIC I/O to BASIC I/O RS-485 (Multidrop only):  
Figure 2-8 RS-485 BASIC I/O to BASIC I/O Multidrop  
Figure 2.8 shows one individually shielded twisted pair of AWG 24. Each pair has a ground  
wire connected to its shield. These drain wires are then connected to the signal grounds at  
each unit. A Separate shield encases the entire cable. The drain wire for this over-all shield is  
tied to earth ground at one location. An example of acceptable wire for this application would  
be Belden 8162. In a perfect world with no electrical noise and equal ground potentials  
everywhere, the ground connection is not required. However, omitting this signal ground in  
industrial applications can lead to costly debugging.  
These connections are made by placing a 1/4 inch stripped wire into the openings of the wire  
clamp terminal block and tightening the screw. This terminal block will accept gauges from  
14 to 30AWG.  
An alternate means for network connection is to use the 10 pin male connector located behind  
the clamp terminal block. This connector mates with Molex shell number 50-57-9005, and  
uses pins number 16-02-0103.  
In addition to the Host-To-BASIC I/O wiring, the installer should confirm that the network  
type switches are set in the correct position: Multidrop, Repeater, or Last Unit.  
NOTE: The number of BASIC I/Os that can be networked in a multidrop configuration  
before a signal amplifier (An external repeater) is needed depends greatly on external factors.  
Repeater networks are unlimited.  
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BASIC I/O setup:  
BASIC I/O setup is accomplished with a sequential display and pushbutton. Below is a  
diagram of the location of these components.:  
Figure 2-9 BASIC I/O Connectors, Switches and Indicators.  
Unit type (digital or analog), Unit address, baud rate, and 2 or 4 pass protocols are all  
pushbutton configurable and appear on the sequential display. After line power application  
and the performance of system diagnostics, there is a five second period during which these  
setup values any be changed. Changed values are automatically saved on a non-volatile  
EEPROM.  
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Analog/ Digital:  
The BASIC I/O system must be configured to accept either Analog or Digital I/O modules.  
The current I/O type is displayed on the sequential display and is indicated by the character  
following the “U”. The unit will display a”1" if the unit is configured as digital and a”2" if the  
unit is analog. This value is stored in EEPROM and need only be set once. The factory default  
I/O type is digital. Changing the BASIC I/O I/O type is explained after the description of  
addresses, baud rates, hand-shaking, and network types.  
Addresses:  
Each host instruction includes an address made up of two hexadecimal characters (00h to  
Ffh). This address determines which chassis is to execute the instruction being sent; all other  
chassis are to ignore the instruction. Each BASIC I/O chassis has a unique address. The  
factory default address is “00". Changing the BASIC I/O address is explained after the  
description of baud rates, hand-shaking, and network types.  
Baud Rates:  
Any One of the standard baud rates of 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, or 38400 can  
be used for the serial network communications. The sequential display indicates the letter H  
followed by the baud rate divided by 100. BASIC I/Os are shipped at 9600 baud; the  
sequential display indicates H096. Changing the BASIC I/O baud rate is explained after the  
description of hand-shaking and network types.  
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Protocol Handshake Types:  
Two protocol handshake types are available, 2 pass and 4 pass.  
2 Pass:  
The host transmits an instruction to a BASIC I/O.  
If the instruction is correctly received (i.e. valid address, instruction type  
and correct checksum) the BASIC I/O executes the instruction and  
returns the letter “A” and a cr or, where data is to be returned, the letter  
“A”, then the data, followed by a two character checksum ending with a  
cr.  
4 Pass:  
The host transmits an instruction to a BASIC I/O.  
If the instruction is correctly received (i.e. valid address, but not  
necessarily the correct instruction type nor checksum), the BASIC I/O  
returns an “A” followed by the Echo of the instruction and does not  
execute it.  
If the host then transmits an E, the instruction is executed in the same  
manner as the 2 pass. If the Hos transmits any other character to any unit  
on the network, the instruction is disregarded.  
The sequential display indicates the letter P followed by 2 or 4. BASIC I/Os are shipped in 2  
pass mode; the sequential display indicates P2. The actual setting of the handshake protocol  
type is detailed following network type switch.  
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Network Type Switch:  
Based upon the selected network configuration, each BASIC I/O must be setup before  
communications can begin. This is done with the network switches shown below. The three  
basic communication connections for individual BASIC I/Os are:  
L1 Repeater  
Used in RS-422 networks to extend  
range to5000 feet between units  
L2 Multidrop  
Used in RS-422 or RS-485 networks.  
Provides a total network range of 5000  
feet.  
L3 Last Unit  
Must be used in RS-422 and RS-485  
networks for the unit most distant from  
the host  
If there is only one BASIC I/O in a network it is designated L3.  
For the network layout, the sequential display indicates the letter “L” followed by “1", “2", or  
“3". As shipped, BASIC I/Os are setup as “l3", Last Unit. This parameter is not changed by  
push button but is displayed as “l1", “L2", or “L3" after the dip switches have been set and the  
unit has undergone a power cycle.  
When the unit is configured for “L3" a network termination resistor is placed across the  
differential receiver. A value of 150 Ohms was selected to suit most applications. A detailed  
analysis of transmission line effects (reflections), which is beyond the scope of this document,  
would be necessary to select the ideal termination resistor for any given application.  
If the customer wishes to terminate the communication bus externally (at the terminal block  
location) then it is imperative that no BASIC I/O network switches be set to “L3".  
EIA standards dictate that the total bus impedance for RS-485 can be no less than 60 Ohms.  
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Setup via Pushbutton:  
The pushbutton, located on the logic board (see figure 2-9) is used to configure the unit  
address, baudrate, and network pass type.  
During the diagnostic test period following the application of power, the sequential  
display shows “GO GO GO GO GO/ Pumping the pushbutton once while the/  
appears, places the unit in the setup mode.  
The BASIC I/O then flashes: U100 H096 P2  
The underlined values represent setup parameters that can be changed.  
The digit following the U represents whether the unit is analog/digital  
where 1 indicates digital and 2 indicates analog. The initial configuration  
is default 1 or digital..  
The next two digits indicate the unit address; initially set to address 00h  
The three digits after H is the baudrate divided by 100; initially set for  
9600 baud.  
The 1 digit after P is the handshake protocol type; initially set for 2 pass  
The value of each setup character can be changed, as they appear in sequence, by pumping  
the pushbutton. As the button is pressed, the display will cycle through the possible values for  
each character. When the desired character is displayed simply wait for a brief period for the  
display to blank. The next character position to be changed will then appear on the display.  
The display continues to cycle through until there is a full cycle with no changes. The BASIC  
I/O then stores all values in EEPROM for automatic use following subsequent power cycles.  
The unit is now in the operational mode and the sequential display becomes:  
U1=00 H096 L3 P2  
The underlined values represent setup parameters that can be changed  
If any desired changes were not completed, line power can be recycled and the setup via  
pushbutton can be repeated if necessary.  
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Communication verification:  
Network Debugging:  
Most startup problems are related to the communication link. The installer is urged, after both  
the communications wiring and configuration have been completed, to test the network before  
installing I/O modules.  
To test the serial communications link, the host transmits the abbreviated test instruction:  
>NNA?? For each BASIC I/O address on the network, where NN is the address of each  
BASIC I/O. This appears on the Sequential display after the U1 or U2.  
Both the Host and the BASIC I/O under test are used to verify wiring, system configuration  
and operation. If the addressed unit returns an A, acknowledgment, the communications link  
is operational and the selected address is correctly configured. All addresses on the network  
should be tested by the same means.  
If the A acknowledgment is not returned, the behavior of the two network traffic displays  
should be investigated.  
The left LED (RECV) should blink on every BASIC I/O when the host transmits an  
instruction. This should occur regardless of baud rate. If there is no indication of network  
traffic, the failure can be anywhere from the host’s hardware of software to the BASIC I/O.  
Generally the failure of the receive light to blink when the host transmits can be attributed to  
faulty communications wiring. Locating the cause of the failure should start from the host.  
The right LED (marked TRANS) blinks only when the addressed BASIC I/O responds to a  
host instruction. If the Trans LED blinks, but the host does not receive an A acknowledgment,  
the return circuit is suspect.  
If an instruction is sent to the BASIC I/O and the RECV LED flashes but the TRANS LED  
does not flash in response, first verify that the Baud rate and Unit address are correct. If both  
are correct, disconnect the wires attached to the “ TO PRIOR + and -” terminals. And resend  
the command. If the BASIC I/O Trans LED still does not flash in response to a host request,  
contact duTec for service. If the BASIC I/O Trans LED does flash in response to a host  
instruction, the return circuit from the BASIC I/O to the host should be verified. If this test is  
not successful the host’s receiving hardware should be tested.  
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Hardware error codes:  
When the BASIC I/O is initially powered up, it goes through an internal self test. If any of the  
self-diagnostics fail, the unit will report an appropriate error code on the sequential display  
and halt.  
Error Code 3  
If a solid 3 appears in the sequential display, recycle power without touching the pushbutton.  
This does not mean that there is a problem, it means it is in factory test mode. Recycle power  
without holding down the pushbutton.  
Other error codes  
If 0, 1, 2, 4,6, or 7 appear on the display permanently there is a problem. Recycle power. If  
that does not resolve the error condition, please call duTec at 800-248-1632.  
Hardware watchdog  
The hardware watchdog acts automatically in the event of a hardware or firmware failure and  
responds within one second. The hardware watchdog turns all outputs off, and resets the  
BASIC I/O. Do not confuse this with the programmable communication watchdog delay  
instruction.  
Fuses  
A plug-in 5 amp, UL rated, fuse is installed between the minus field ierminal and the I/O  
module. These fuses are generally only needed to protect output modules. Optional fuse  
values are available for special output protection requirements. Fuses are installed in sockets  
located on the module board next to the module. Thermocouples and RTD inputs do not  
utilize ther terminal block and therefore do not make use of the fuse.  
Sensor/ Actuator I/O wiring  
Analog or digital modules can be placed at any module position. However it is good practice  
for noise pickup, debugging and maintenance reasons to group and wire similar module types  
together. For minimum crosstalk between input and output wiring, input modules should be  
located at one end followed by output modules.  
Modules should NEVER Be installed or removed while power is applied to the BASIC I/O.  
Following insertion in their respective sockets, modules should be secured with the captive  
screw.  
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Analog Inputs:  
Note: analog modules normally run hot to the touch.  
Correct polarity connections are essential to proper operation of all the analog inputs.  
Connections to terminals marked with a + must be more positive than the terminals marked  
with a -. Thermocouples and RTDs are connected directly to modules with special connectors  
which insure correct polarity.  
Analog input module status indicators are On dimly, when input modules are installed, wired  
correctly, and their input signal is within the module’s valid range. If these conditions are not  
met, the indicator light may be on brightly, off or may flicker.  
The wiring and operation of analog input modules can be verified by the host issuing a  
Configure as Input instruction, setup H, followed by a read input value instruction, Analog L.  
See the software protocol manual or quick reference card for instruction details.  
Figure 2-10, figure 2-11, and figure 2-12 show the wiring for various types of analog inputs.  
With the exception of thermocouples and RTD modules, connections are made via the black  
terminal strip. In the case of thermocouples and RTDs mating connectors are included. There  
must be nothing connected to the screw terminals corresponding to these module positions.  
The source of analog input voltage or current is external to the BASIC I/O with the exception  
of ITP590, ITR10, ITR100, and ITR100-1.  
Figure 2-10 AC Current and Voltage Wiring.  
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Figure 2-11 Analog Voltage and Current input Wiring  
Figure 2-12 Temperature Input Wiring  
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Analog outputs:  
Modules should NEVER be installed or removed while power is applied to the BASIC I/O.  
Following insertion in their respective sockets, modules should b secured with their captive  
screw. Correct polarity is essential to proper operation.  
Note: Analog modules run hot to the touch.  
Both voltage and current output modules provide their own isolated power output. This  
eliminates the need for external power supplies and insures electrical isolation between each  
output. This also makes it possible to wire voltage outputs in series to obtain larger voltage  
swings.  
The wiring of analog output modules can be verified by the host issuing a configure as outputs  
instruction, Setup 1, followed by a set output level analog J instruction. See software protocol  
manual , or Quick reference card for instruction details.  
Module status indicators for analog outputs blink briefly as outputs are updated. It should be  
noted that the status indicator only follows the logic instruction to the modules and does not  
show that the module or its fuse is present. Outputs can only be verified by observing the  
output device or by a multimeter or oscilloscope measurement.  
OI420 analog output modules provide the current into loops with total resistance less than 275  
ohms. If the loop resistance exceeds 275 ohms, an external power supply must be added to the  
loop as shown in figure 2-13 correct polarity is essential. The added voltage should be a  
nominal 1 volt for each added 50 ohms of loop resistance in excess of 275 Ohms. The total  
added voltage can be up to 5 volts larger than the nominal calculation without damage. The  
voltage regulation of the added supply can be as poor as +/-10% without affecting accuracy.  
Figure 2-13 Analog Voltage and Current Output Wiring  
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Digital Inputs:  
Modules should never be installed while power is applied to the BASIC I/O.  
With the exception of IDC5S digital input modules, input sensing current comes from a source  
external to the BASIC I/O. IDC5S input modules provide their own current for sensing  
contact closures. They can be DESTROYED if an external source is used.  
The IDC5 and IDC5D input modules are polarity sensitive and operate only when the +  
terminal is more positive with respect to the - terminal. Polarity does not affect the  
performance of the IAC5, IAC5A, or the IDC5S input modules.  
Because the field side of input modules are totally isolated from each other, like polarities can  
be wired common to make use of a single power supply.  
The wiring and operation of digital input modules can be verified by closing the individual  
input sensing contacts and observing the changes on the module status indicators. They are on  
when the module circuit is energized. Their wiring can also be verified at the host by issuing a  
configure as input instruction, setup H, followed by a read all modules instruction, digital M.  
See software protocol manual, or quick reference card for instruction details.  
Figure 2-14 Digital Input Wiring  
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Digital Outputs:  
Modules should NEVER be installed or removed while power is applied to the BASIC I/O.  
The power for ODC5, ODC5A, OAC5, and OAC5A digital output modules comes from a  
source external to the BASIC I/O.  
Because they contain a protective reverse diode, the ODC5 and ODC5A output modules are  
polarity sensitive and operate correctly only when the + terminal is positive with respect to the  
- terminal. A DC digital output module connected backwards conducts current through its  
protective diode and therefore cannot be controlled.  
Polarity does not affect the performance of the OAC5 and OAC5A Digital output modules.  
Because the field sides of output modules are totally isolated from each other, like polarities  
can be wired common to make use of a single power supply.  
The wiring of digital output modules can be verified by the host issuing a configure as output  
instruction, control 1, followed by an output on/ off digital J, instruction. See software  
protocol manual or quick reference card for instruction details.  
The module status indicator should follow the instruction. It should be noted that the status  
indicator only follows the logic instruction to the modules and does not show that the module,  
its fuse, or that external power is present. Outputs can only be verified by observing the  
device or by a multimeter or oscilloscope measurement.  
Figure 2-15 Digital Output Wiring  
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Index  
2 Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 15, 2 - 17  
4 Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 15  
Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8, 2 - 17  
Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 14  
ANALOG INPUTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2, 1 - 9, 2 - 20  
ANALOG OUTPUTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3, 1 - 9, 2 - 22  
Analog/ Digital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 14  
Analog/digital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 17  
BASIC I/O Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11  
Baud rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 14  
Baudrate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 17  
COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8  
Communication verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 18  
Communications protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3  
Data throughput . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 6  
Debugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 18  
DIAGNOSTICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10  
DIGITAL INPUTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4, 1 - 9  
Digital Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5, 1 - 9, 2 - 24  
Error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 19  
Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 9  
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 19  
Last Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 16  
Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 9  
MOUNTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1  
Multidrop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4, 2 - 7, 2 - 16  
Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 9-2 - 12  
Network bias resistors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 8  
Network Debugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 18  
Network termination resistor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 16  
Network type switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 10, 2 - 11, 2 - 12  
Noise suppression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 8  
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2  
Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10  
PRODUCT TEST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11  
PROTOCOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8, 2 - 15  
Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4  
Repeater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 7, 2 - 16  
RS-422 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5, 2 - 9  
RS-422 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 10  
RS-485 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5, 2 - 6, 2 - 11, 2 - 12  
Sample rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2  
Serial communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5  
SYSTEM THROUGHPUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 6  
Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2, 1 - 9  
Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 18  
Thermocouple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2, 1 - 9  
THROUGHPUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 6  
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BASIC I/O AD  
Nov. 24, 2004  
Copyright:  
Copyright 1995- duTec Inc. All rights reserved. However any part of this  
document may be reproduced, provided that DuTec Inc. is cited as the source.  
The contents of this manual and the specifications herein may change without  
notice.  
Trademarks  
The DuTec logo, and the BASIC I/O AD are trademarks of DuTec Inc.  
Notice to the User  
The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct. However  
DuTec Inc assumes no responsibility for any of the circuits described herein,  
conveys no license under any patent or other right and makes no  
representations that the circuits are free from patent infringement. DuTec Inc.  
makes no representation or warranty that such applications will be suitable for  
the use specified without further testing or modification.  
duTec Inc. general policy does not recommend the use of its products in life  
support applications where failure or malfunction of a component may directly  
threaten life or injury. It is a condition of sale that the user of duTec Inc  
products in life support applications assumes all risk of such use and  
indemnifies duTec Inc. against all damage.  
Warranty  
duTec Inc. warrants its products to be free of defects in materials and workmanship  
for a period of two (2) years from the shipment date. DuTec Inc. , at its option will  
repair or replace all material found to be defective. All repair or replacement must be  
performed by duTec Inc. personnel. Any parts determined by duTec Inc.. To be  
defective as the result of abuse, attempts to repair, or misuse will be repaired at the  
expense of the customer. DuTec Inc. will not be liable for any consequential,  
incidental, or special damages.  
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Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1  
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1  
I/O signal compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2  
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2  
Communications watchdogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2  
Easy setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2  
Protocol Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3  
Available I/O functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4  
Analog Input Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4  
Analog outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4  
Digital inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5  
Digital outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5  
Extended capabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 6  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7  
Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7  
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7  
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7  
Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7  
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7  
Available I/O Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8  
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1  
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1  
Power Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2  
Designing the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3  
Multidrop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3  
Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3  
RS-422 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4  
RS-485 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4  
RS-485 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5  
Communication Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 6  
Network load V.S. Noise suppression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 7  
Network bias resistors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 7  
Network Type Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 8  
Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 9  
Multidrop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 9  
Last Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 9  
Communications Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 10  
Host to BASIC I/O AD-RS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 10  
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RS-485 Host to BASIC I/O AD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 11  
BASIC I/O AD TO BASIC I/O AD RS-422 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 12  
BASIC I/O AD to BASIC I/O AD RS-485 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 13  
Installing the I/O modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 14  
Module Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 15  
Analog Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 15  
Analog outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 17  
Digital Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 18  
Digital Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 19  
Chassis Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1  
Setup pushbutton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 1  
Sequential display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 1  
Baud rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 3  
Protocol Handshake Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 3  
Changing Setup Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4  
Communication Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 5  
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Introduction 1  
Overview  
BASIC I/O ADs are a family of small, industrial grade, remote data acquisition and control  
systems which exchange data with a Host computer via a serial communications link.  
Controlled by a wide range of software running on a Host computer, BASIC I/O ADs are  
located near the sensors and actuators. The serial link eliminates the need for expensive and  
noise prone signal wiring between field sensors and actuators, and a central control room.  
In applications such as remote process monitoring, factory automation, and energy  
management, a variety of signals must be transmitter over long distances. Instead of requiring  
expensive, multi-conductor, sensor wiring for each signal, cabling costs can be reduced  
significantly by using BASIC I/O ADs and a single communications circuit.  
One of the most useful features of the BASIC I/O AD is that in addition to gathering raw  
data, it can be instructed to perform many ranging and statistical operations upon the data  
before it is given to the host, thus allowing the host to spend less time manipulating data and  
more time gathering it. Also the BASIC I/O AD is able to spend more time exposed to the  
data which in turn allows it to base its responses to the host on more samples of data. The  
BASIC I/O AD may also be directed to manipulate outputs in specific ways to produce  
delayed or repetitive effects.  
Capacity:  
Each BASIC I/O AD system consists of one logic board connected to a 4, 8, or 16 position  
I/O module mounting rack. This combination is then field configurable to accept either analog  
or digital electrically isolated input or output modules which can interface to a wide variety of  
sensors and actuators.  
BASIC I/O AD networks can service over 4000 analog and/or digital I/O lines in various  
combinations.  
Product Test:  
Every BASIC I/O AD is burned-in at 70°C while operating in a network for a period of 24  
hours prior to shipment.  
Every analog I/O module is operated and tested while it’s ambient operating temperature is  
cycled over the specified operating range of 0°C to 60°C for a period of 24 hours. A computer  
record is generated for every analog I/O module.  
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I/O signal compatibility:  
BASIC I/O ADs use duTec I/O modules to match signal requirements exactly. With a direct  
interface to sensors, no external signal conditioning is required. Furthermore, all duTec  
modules feature total electrical isolation, both module to logic and module to module. Analog  
modules are available to measure:  
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Millivolts DC to hundreds of volts AC  
Milliamps DC to amps AC  
Frequency to tens of Khz  
Temperature with all popular thermocouples and restive  
temperature devices  
A full range of industry standard digital modules are available for AC, DC, and dry contact  
inputs and outputs to hundreds of volts.  
Thermocouple modules provide a cold reference junction compensation. BASIC I/O AD  
instructions provide linearized thermocouple and RTD sensor data. Engineering unit  
conversions are handled at the host lever.  
Diagnostics:  
To confirm internal operations and communications link integrity, a set of built-in diagnostics  
test key system functions each time power is applied. Diagnostics reduce both installation  
debugging and operation troubleshooting.  
A hardware watchdog timer insures safe shutdown in the event of processor or software  
failures by turning all outputs OFF. Normally ON modules are available for those loads that  
must remain ON.  
Communications watchdogs:  
The BASIC I/O AD can be instructed to implement alarm and fail-safe states in the event of a  
communication failure.  
Easy setup:  
The BASIC I/O AD uses a pushbutton and an on board LED indicator to configure the unit  
address, analog VS digital map and baud rate.  
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Protocol Compatibility:  
The BASIC I/O AD instruction set core complies 100% with that of the OPTO- 22 Optomux  
™ . With this ASCII character, speak-only-when-spoken-to protocol, a Host transmits inquiry  
requests to the BASIC I/O AD to determine the status of its various process inputs. Similarly,  
the software in the Host computer makes control decisions and transmits instructions to the  
BASIC I/O AD, which in turn, makes the proper changes to its various outputs. Both the Host  
and its communications link are essential elements in this data acquisition and process control  
scheme.  
Originally the protocol only allowed for all analog or all digital I/O chassis. Depending on  
application requirements, each BASIC I/O AD can respond to pup to three different function  
addresses. With their abbreviations they are:  
MC Master Unit Control function address  
MD Master Unit Digital I/O function address  
MA Master Unit Analog I/O function address  
It is this multiple function addressing capability of BASIC I/O ADs that allows them to  
utilize, without modification, software developed for competitive products. Similarly BASIC  
I/O ADs can operate simultaneously on the same network with these products.  
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Available I/O functionality:  
Analog Input Functions  
Input value  
Offsets  
Determines signal levels, with 12 bits resolution  
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Input values can be software offset, with 12 bits resolution,  
over the module’s specified range.  
Gain/ Slope  
The amplitude of input values can be software multiplied by  
factors ranging from 0.25 to 4.0.  
Range Limits  
The occurrence of input values falling out of user defined upper  
or lower limits can be flagged.  
Minimums  
Maximums  
Averages  
The minimum level of input values can be captured.  
The maximum level of input values can be captured.  
Can calculate average input amplitude for 1-65,535 samples.  
Temperature  
Can linearize in, °C, inputs from thermocouples and RTDs.  
Will also return temperature probe data.  
Analog outputs  
Level Value  
Waveforms  
Can set output levels, as a function of the module’s full scale  
range, and are specified with 12 bits resolution.  
can provide square, triangular, sawtooth, or ramp waveforms.  
Maximum and minimum amplitudes, as a fraction of the output  
module’s full scale range, are specified with 12 bits  
resolution. Waveform periods are specified 0.1 to 6,553 Sec  
(109 Min). All waveforms are made up of at least ten  
segments.  
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Digital inputs  
Read  
Read the on or off of all inputs  
Pulse widths  
The duration of a single or total on/off time of consecutive  
pulses can be resolved to the nearest 0.00 seconds for a max  
total of 10.9 minutes, or 46.6 hours with multiplied resolution.  
Positive or negative edges initiate measurements. The time  
scale can be multiplied by a factor of 1-256 on a system wide  
basis.  
Pulse counting  
Edge detection  
Pulses can be counted up to a total or 65,535. To be reliably  
counted, pulses must have minimum on and off times of 1  
mSec. Thus the maximum counting rate for a 50% duty cycle  
squarewave with equal on and off times for a total of 2 mSec.  
Would be 500Hz.  
Off to on and on to off transitions can be detected within 1  
mSec. Of their occurrence. Action is only reported every  
10mSec.  
Note: The response time performance of digital input instructions can be limited by the  
delay in the input modules themselves which can nave on plus off delays of up to 40 mSec.  
Digital outputs  
Set Outputs  
One Shot  
Can set individual or multiple outputs on or off Modifiers  
Can generate on or off pulse durations of up to 655.35 seconds  
with a resolution of 0.01 seconds. Resolution can be further  
multiplied by a factor of 1-256on a system wide basis.  
Delayed  
Can generate on or off pulse durations of up to 655.35 seconds  
with a resolution of 0.01 seconds. Resolution can be further  
multiplied by a factor of 1-256on a system wide basis.  
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Can generate squarewaves with programmable On and Off  
Squarewave  
periods. On and Off periods have a base range from 0.01 to  
2.56 seconds. Resolution can be further multiplied by a factor  
of 1-256 on a system wide basis. Re-triggering is available.  
Pulse Generator  
Extended capabilities:  
Can generate 1-65,535, 50% duty cycle pulses whose equal on  
and off periods can range from 0.01 to 2.55 Sec. Resolution can  
be further multiplied by a factor of 1-256 On a system wide  
basis.  
In addition to operating under the control of a host, Option/L of the BASIC I/O AD has the  
ability to perform local control functions without the host. Local control functions (LCFs) can  
insure the continued safe operation of closed loop control should the host of its  
communication link fail. In addition, LCFs can substantially reduce Host computational load  
or communications traffic.  
Once characterized, Local Control Function blocks enable the BASIC I/O AD to perform  
control tasks without the constant involvement of the host computer. After configuration and  
activation via the host instructions, LCFs take data from their input ports, perform  
computations and send the results to their outputs where they may drive output modules, or  
other BASIC I/O AD internal functions.  
Utilizing the LCF’s to perform simple logic tasks such as analog comparisons, summations,  
differences, sequence generating or state machine operations eliminates the need for  
programmable controllers or special purpose circuitry. This capability allows a more effective  
use of the host computer and its communication link because the LCFs handle the operation  
of the designated control function. In the meantime the host is only required to monitor  
over-all system status and generate the system displays and reports. This is particularly  
valuable for systems using modems for communications.  
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Specifications  
Network Communications:  
duTec supports two standards for transmitting serialized I/O data between the host computer  
and the BASIC I/O ADs at baud rates to 38,400.  
Maximum Distance  
Serial Link  
Feet  
Meters  
1,524  
RS-422 /485  
5,000  
Physical Characteristics:  
Power  
Supply  
5Vdc@<5A  
0-60 C  
Environment  
Temperature  
Humidity  
/L  
95% Non-Condensing  
Options  
Local Control  
Function (LCF)  
Ordering Information  
Specify duTec products by model number, e.g.,  
BIO4AD  
BIO8AD  
BIO16AD  
4 Position BASIC I/O AD  
8 Position BASIC I/O AD  
16 Position BASIC I/O AD  
Options are specified by a series of suffixes to the model number, preceded by a slash for  
example:  
BIO8AD/L  
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Available I/O Modules  
ANALOG INPUTS, 12 BIT  
ANALOG OUTPUTS, 12 BIT  
Voltage  
Frequency  
I F10K-B  
IF2.5K-L  
IF5K-l  
Input 300Hz-10KHz  
Input 0-2.5KHz  
Input 0-5KHz  
OV1  
OV5  
OV10  
Current  
OI420  
Output 0-1V, self-sourcing  
Output 0-5V, self-sourcing  
Output 0-10V, self-sourcing  
IF10K-L  
Input 0-10KHz  
Voltage  
Output 4-20mA, self-sourcing To 275  
Ohm load  
IV25M  
IV50M  
IV100M  
Input 0-25mV  
Input 0-50mV  
Input 0-100mV  
DIGITAL  
INPUTS  
AC  
IV1  
IV5  
Input 0-1V  
Input 0-5V  
IAC5  
IAC5A  
Input 90-140Vac  
Input 180-280Vac  
IV5B  
IV10  
IV10B  
Input Bipolar +/-5V  
Input 0-10V  
Input Bipolar +/-10V  
DC  
IDC5D  
Input 3-32Vdc Fast, >500Hz  
Input Dry Contact Sense, Built-in Isolated  
Voltage Source  
IDC5S *  
IVAC  
Input 28-140Vac  
Input 56-280Vac  
IDC5NP  
Input 10-32 Vdc, 15-32Vac Non-  
Polarized.  
IVAC-A  
Current  
DIGITAL  
AC  
OAC5  
OUTPUTS  
II420  
IIAC5  
Input 4-20mAdc  
Input 0-5Aac  
Output 12-140Vac, 3.5A  
Thermocouple  
OAC5A  
OAC5J  
DC  
ODC5  
ODC5A  
Output 24-280Vac, N.C.(Normally Closed)  
Output 20-280Vac, 6.0A  
ITCE  
ITCJ  
Type E 0 To 435° C  
Type J 0 To 700° C  
Type J -80 To 750 °C  
Type K -100 To 924° C  
ITCJ-1  
ITCK  
Output 5-60Vdc, 3.5A  
Output 4-200Vdc, 1.0A  
ITCK-1  
Type K -110 To 1250 °C  
ODC5R  
Electro-Mechanical 0.5A Relay Form A,  
Normally )  
ITCR  
ITCR-1  
ITCS  
Type R 0 To 960° C  
Type R 0 To 1760 °C  
Type S 0 To 1034° C  
IDC5Z*  
SPS-1*  
TI01  
Input +/-200mV, 0-10KHz Digital**  
Sensor Power Supply 18-24 Vdc, 30mA  
Digital Input/ Output Test Module with  
Field Switch and LED  
ITCS-1  
ITCT  
ITCT-1  
ITCT-2  
Type S 0 To 1760° C  
Type T -200 To 224 °C  
Type T -120 To 400° C  
Type T 0 To 150 °C  
SPECIAL PURPOSE  
RTD  
SUPPORT  
PRODUCTS  
Fuses  
ITR10  
10 Ohm Cu -55 To 150 °C  
FM-06  
Fuse assembly, 0.062A 100 mA for  
modules marked with an *  
Fuse assembly, 1.0A  
Fuse assembly , 3.0A  
Fuse assembly, 5.0A  
ITR100  
ITR100-1  
100 Ohm Pt -55 To 350 °C  
100 Ohm Pt 0 To 100 C  
FM-1  
FM-3  
FM-5  
Type 590 Temperature Sensor  
ITP590 -188.4 To 150 °C  
ITP590-1 -50.0 To 150 °C  
* When selecting a power supply for the system assume 25mA for standard digital modules and 100mA for modules  
marked with an *  
** The IDC5Z module is used for low-level signals and will pass signals at the rate of 10kHz The BASIC I/O AD  
however, is limited by communications baudrate.  
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Installation  
Mounting:  
BASIC I/O ADs come in 4, 8, and 16 channel versions. Figure 2-1 below shows the footprint  
of each Basic I/OAD. Using corner holes, the unit can be mounted with 4- #6 or #8 round  
head or pan head screws. The BIO16 version has two additional mounting holes located near  
the center of the board as well. Hole locations in relation to the overall dimensions for each  
are shown below.  
Figure 2-1 BASIC I/O AD Footprint  
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Power Wiring:  
Power connections are made at the 2 position terminal block located on the module board  
marked +5V and GND No. 8 captive wire clamps accept 10-16 AWG wire or spade lugs.  
Power wiring conventions:  
+ of the power source to the terminal marked +5V  
- of the power source to the terminal marked GND  
Power requirements  
Voltage:  
Current:  
5.0- 5.4Vdc  
250 mA + 25mA per digital module and 200mA per analog module.  
Practices:  
In general it is good practice to reserve the +5Vdc power supply  
exclusively for the task of powering one or more BASIC I/O ADs. As  
with any microprocessor based equipment, reasonably clean power is  
required for reliable operation. Sharing power with other devices such as  
field signal transducers and contact excitation should be avoided  
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Designing the Network  
In order for the BASIC I/O AD to share its data with the host computer, it must be linked via  
a serial connection. This link can be hard-wired using an RS-422 dual twisted pair or an RS-  
485 single twisted pair connection where the wire run between devices is less than 5000 feet.  
In any event, the appropriate transmitter of the BASIC I/O AD will be connected to a suitable  
receiver of the host computer. Multiple BASIC I/O AD chassis can be networked together to  
service large numbers of I/O points. These serial connections can be either multidrop or  
repeat.  
Multidrop:  
Multidrop networks can be up to 5000 ft long end-to-end.  
Each station is passively located on the network and represents one “Drop” or  
load to the host communication driver.  
A multidrop network will tolerate loss of power to any one station without  
effecting the rest of the network.  
RS-485 can only be multidrop  
Signal boost may be necessary depending on line conditions and number of  
drops.  
Repeat:  
Repeat networks can be as long as 5000 ft between each unit.  
Each station plays an active role in communications to other units. If power is  
removed from a unit in a repeat network, communications to units “downstream”  
from it will be lost as well.  
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RS-422:  
Advantages:  
Easier to implement in software since host driver need not be controlled.  
Can be either Multidrop or Repeat.  
No turn-around delay required.  
Disadvantages:  
RS-485:  
Requires five conductor wire instead of three.  
Advantages:  
Disadvantages:  
Needs only 3 wire conductor.  
Host 485 driver control must be implemented requiring tricky serial port  
manipulations.  
Can only be Multidrop.  
Usually requires turn around delay implementation.  
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RS-485 Programming:  
The BASIC I/O AD will work equally well when connected as RS-422 or RS-485. However  
special host programming considerations may be necessary when implementing an RS-485  
network. Unlike RS-422 where both the transmit and Receive signals have their own  
differential pair of conductors, RS-485 utilizes only one differential pair. The single pair of  
conductors is used bidirectionally and handles both transmit and receive signals. In order for  
this to be possible, the transmitter for each device on this type of network must be enabled  
and disabled whenever a message is to be sent. The transmitter for the BASIC I/O AD is  
designed to handle this control automatically, the transmitter control for most popular RS-485  
cards that are installed in the Host computer must be controlled by the user program. This  
control is not straight forward and may impact the overall system throughput with inherent  
delay periods. The following is a typical instruction/ response transaction between a host  
computer and a BASIC I/O AD using RS-485.  
1)  
2)  
The Host computer enables its RS-485 transmitter (usually via the RTS line)  
The Host then sends an instruction to the BASIC I/O AD in the form of an ASCII  
printable string.  
3)  
4)  
5)  
6)  
Once the Host determines that the string has been completely sent, the RS-485  
transmitter is disabled.  
Every BASIC I/O AD on the network receives the instruction and begin to decode  
it. That particular BASIC I/O AD addressed begins to construct a response.  
Once the carriage return is of the instruction is received, then begins to transmit a  
response.  
The Host receives the response and takes the appropriate action.  
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This interaction is heavily dependant on asynchronous timing. Usually, the Host software has  
no real means of determining that the instruction has been completely sent. This means that  
the program must calculate the approximate time necessary to transmit the entire instruction  
before the RS-485 driver is disabled. Since the BASIC I/O AD can respond very quickly to  
the instruction, the Host must disable the driver as soon as possible in order to receive the  
BASIC I/O ADs response. RS-485 communications can be tricky at best and should be  
seriously considered before being adopted. Third party software users should make sure that  
the package they have chosen supports the particular RS-485 communications card to be used.  
Communication Wiring:  
The Host to first BASIC I/O AD can be RS-422 or RS-485. Most Host computers come  
equipped with an RS-232 serial port. A choice must be made to either equip the host with an  
RS-422 or RS-485 card or to use an external RS-232 to RS-422/ 485 converter such as the  
duTec BaudMASTER.  
For ranges less than 5000 feet, both RS-422 and RS-485 networks can operate in multidrop  
mode. For ranges greater than 5000 feet, RS-422 (NOT RS-485) networks can operate in  
repeater mode. In this mode, the distance between individual units can be up to 5000 feet. The  
trade-off for using the repeat mode is that the powering down of any single unit disables  
communications with all units further “downstream” from the host.  
A network of BASIC I/O AD must be made up of units which are configured as either all  
multidrop or all repeat.  
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Network load V.S. Noise suppression:  
In order to improve RS-485 Bus noise immunity, particularly under tri-state conditions, a pair  
of “Network Bias Resistors” have been installed in each BASIC I/O AD unit. This design  
feature has been implemented in order to satisfy the majority of our customers. If it is  
necessary to multidrop more than eight BASIC I/O AD units(but ultimately less than thirty-  
two devices), It will be necessary to remove these network bias resistors so as to not exceed  
the maximum bus loading. However, in order to retain noise immunity, the network bias  
resistors should remain installed in at least one BASIC I/O AD on the network. Figure 2-4  
below shows the location of the four network bias resistors.  
R34 is the 1.5k from prior +bias resistor  
R35 is the 1.5k from prior - bias resistor  
R36 is the 1.5k from next + bias resistor  
R37 is the 1.5k from next - bias resistor  
Figure 2-2 Network Bias resistor locations  
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Network Type Switches  
Based upon the selected network configuration, each BASIC I/O AD must be setup before  
communications can begin. This is done with the network switches shown in figure 2-3.  
Figure 2-3 BASIC I/O AD Connectors, Switches and Indicators.  
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The three basic communication connections for individual BASIC I/O ADs are:  
Repeat  
Used in RS-422 networks to extend range  
to 5000 feet between units. Sequential  
Display reads L1  
Multidrop  
Used in RS-422 or RS-485 networks.  
Provides a total network range of 5000 feet.  
Display reads L2  
Last Unit  
Must be used in RS-422 and RS-485  
networks for the unit most distant from the  
host. Sequential display reads L3  
If there is only one BASIC I/O AD in a network it is designated L3.  
For the network layout, the sequential display indicates the letter “L” followed by “1", “2", or  
“3". As shipped, BASIC I/O ADs are setup as “l3", Last Unit. This parameter is not changed  
by push button but is displayed as “l1", “L2", or “L3" after the dip switches have been set and  
the unit has undergone a power cycle.  
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Communications Wiring  
Host to BASIC I/O AD-RS-422:  
Figure 2-7 RS-422 Host to BASIC I/O AD  
Figure 2-7 shows two individually shielded twisted pairs of AWG 24. Each pair has a ground  
wire connected to its shield. These drain wires are then connected to the signal grounds at  
each unit. A Separate shield encases the entire cable. The drain wire for this over-all shield is  
tied to earth ground at one location. An example of acceptable wire for this application would  
be Belden 8162. In a perfect world with no electrical noise and equal ground potentials  
everywhere, the ground connection is not required. However, omitting this signal ground in  
industrial applications can lead to costly debugging.  
These connections are made by placing a 1/4 inch stripped wire into the openings of the wire  
clamp terminal block and tightening the screw. This terminal block will accept gauges from  
14 to 30AWG. An alternate means for network connection is to use the 10 pin male connector  
located behind the clamp terminal block. This connector mates with Molex shell number 50-  
57-9005, and uses pins number 16-02-0103.  
In addition to the Host-To-BASIC I/O AD wiring, the installer should confirm that the  
network type switches are set in the correct position: Multidrop, Repeater, or Last Unit.  
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RS-485 Host to BASIC I/O AD:  
Figure 2-8 RS-485 To-BASIC I/O AD  
Figure 2-8 shows two individually shielded twisted pairs of AWG24. Each pair has a drain  
wire connected to its shield. These drain wires are then connected to the signal grounds at  
each unit. A separate shield encases the entire cable. The drain wire for the over-all shield is  
tied to earth ground at one end. An example of acceptable wire for this application would be  
Belden 8162. In a perfect world with no electrical noise and equal ground potentials  
everywhere, the ground connection is not required. Omitting this signal ground in industrial  
applications can lead to unstable operation and costly debugging.  
These connections are made by placing a 1/4 inch stripped wire into the openings of the wire  
clamp terminal block and tightening the screw. This terminal block will accept gauges from  
14 to 30 AWGAn alternate means of network connection is to use the ten pin male connector  
located behind the clamp terminal block.  
In addition to the Host to BASIC I/O AD wiring, the installer should confirm that the  
network type switches are set in their correct position: Multidrop, Repeater, or Last unit.  
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BASIC I/O AD TO BASIC I/O AD RS-422  
Figure 2-6 RS-422 BASIC I/O AD-To-BASIC I/O AD  
Figure 2-6 shows one individually shielded twisted pair of AWG 24. Each pair has a drain  
wire connected to its shield. These drain wires are then connected to the signal grounds at  
each unit. A separate shield encases the entire cable. The drain wire for the over-all shield is  
tied to earth ground at one end. An example of acceptable wire for this application would be  
Belden 8162. In a perfect world with no electrical noise and equal ground potentials  
everywhere, the ground connection is not required. Omitting this signal ground in industrial  
applications can lead to unstable operation and costly debugging  
These connections are made by placing a 1/4 inch stripped wire into the openings of the wire  
clamp terminal block and tightening the screw. This terminal block will accept gauges from  
14 to 30 AWG. An alternate means of network connection is to use the ten pin male connector  
located behind the clamp terminal block. This connector mates with Molex shell number 50-  
57-9005, and uses pins 16-02-0103.  
In addition to the BASIC I/O AD to BASIC I/O AD wiring, the installer should confirm that  
the network type switches are set in their correct position: Multidrop, Repeater, or Last unit.  
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BASIC I/O AD to BASIC I/O AD RS-485  
Figure 2-8 RS-485 BASIC I/O AD to BASIC I/O AD  
Figure 2.8 shows one individually shielded twisted pair of AWG 24. Each pair has a ground  
wire connected to its shield. These drain wires are then connected to the signal grounds at  
each unit. A Separate shield encases the entire cable. The drain wire for this over-all shield is  
tied to earth ground at one location. An example of acceptable wire for this application would  
be Belden 8162. In a perfect world with no electrical noise and equal ground potentials  
everywhere, the ground connection is not required. However, omitting this signal ground in  
industrial applications can lead to costly debugging.  
These connections are made by placing a 1/4 inch stripped wire into the openings of the wire  
clamp terminal block and tightening the screw. This terminal block will accept gauges from  
14 to 30AWG  
An alternate means for network connection is to use the 10 pin male connector located behind  
the clamp terminal block. This connector mates with Molex shell number 50-57-9005, and  
uses pins number 16-02-0103.  
In addition to the BASIC I/O-To-BASIC I/O AD wiring, the installer should confirm that the  
network type switches are set in the correct position: Multidrop, Repeater, or Last Unit.  
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Installation 2  
Installing the I/O modules:  
Certain guidelines must be followed when installing I/O modules on the BASIC I/O AD  
Chassis. In particular the analog modules must be grouped separately from the digital  
modules on each I/O chassis. Using the worksheets found on the next page, place the desired  
I/O modules in the indicated positions.  
BASIC I/O AD Module Placement Worksheet  
Module#  
Analog/Digital  
Module PN  
Remarks  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
1)Install all analog input modules beginning with module 0 the 1 and so on. If none are used,  
skip this step.  
2) Install Analog output modules beginning with the next available module position. If none  
are used, skip this step.  
3) Repeat step 2 for the digital input and digital output modules  
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Module Wiring  
Analog Inputs:  
Modules should NEVER Be installed or removed while power is applied to the BASIC I/O  
AD. Following insertion in their respective sockets, modules should be secured with the  
captive screw.  
Note: Analog Modules Normally Run hot to the touch  
Correct polarity connections are essential to proper operation of all the analog inputs.  
Connections to terminals marked with a + must be more positive than the terminals marked  
with a -. Thermocouples and RTDs are connected directly to modules with special connectors  
which insure correct polarity.  
Analog input module status indicators are On dimly, when input modules are installed, wired  
correctly, and their input signal is within the module’s valid range. If these conditions are not  
met, the in the touchght may be on brightly, off or may flicker.  
Figure 2-11, figure 2-12, and figure 2-13 show the wiring for various types of analog inputs.  
With the exception of thermocouples and RTD modules, connections are made via the black  
terminal strip. In the case of thermocouples and RTDs mating connectors are included. There  
must be nothing connected to the screw terminals corresponding to these module positions.  
The source of analog input voltage or current is external to the BASIC I/O AD with the  
exception of ITP590, ITR10, ITR100, and ITR100-1.  
Figure 2-11 AC current and voltage wiring  
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Figure 2-12 Analog Voltage, frequency and Current input Wiring  
Figure 2-13 Temperature Input Wiring  
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Analog outputs:  
Modules should NEVER be installed or removed while power is applied to the BASIC I/O  
AD.  
Note: Analog modules run hot to the touch.  
Both voltage and current output modules provide their own isolated power output. This  
eliminates the need for external power supplies and insures electrical isolation between each  
output. This also makes it possible to wire voltage outputs in series to obtain larger voltage  
swings.  
Module status indicators for analog outputs blink briefly as outputs are updated. It should be  
noted that the status indicator only follows the logic instruction to the modules and does not  
indicate the output status. Outputs can only be verified by observing the output device or by a  
multimeter or oscilloscope measurement.  
Figure 2-14 Analog Voltage and Current Output Wiring  
OI420 analog output modules provide the current into loops with total resistance less than 275  
ohms. If the loop resistance exceeds 275 ohms, an external power supply must be added to the  
loop as shown in figure 2-13 correct polarity is essential.  
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Digital Inputs:  
Modules should never be installed while power is applied to the BASIC I/O AD.  
With the exception of IDC5S digital input modules, input sensing current fomes from a source  
external to the BASIC I/O AD. IDC5S input modules provide their own current for sensing  
contact closures. They can be DESTROYED if an external source is used.  
The IDC5 and IDC5D input modules are polarity sensitive and operate only when the +  
terminal is more positive with respect to the - terminal. Polarity does not affect the  
performance of the IAC5, IAC5A, or the IDC5S input modules.  
Because the field side of input modulles are totally isolated from each other, like polarities  
can be wired common to make use of a single power supply.  
The wiring and operation of digital input modules can be verified by closing the individual  
input sensing contacts and observing the changes on the module status indicators. They are on  
when the module circuit is energized.  
Figure 2-15 Digital Input Wiring  
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Digital Outputs:  
Modules should NEVER be installed or removed while power is applied to the BASIC I/O  
AD.  
The power for ODC5, ODC5A, OAC5, and OAC5A digital output modules comes from a  
source external to the BASIC I/O AD.  
Because they contain a protective reverse diode, the ODC5 and ODC5A output modules are  
polarity sensitive and operate correctly only when the + terminal is positive with respect to  
the - terminal. A DC digital output module connected backwards conducts current through its  
protective diode and therefore cannot be controlled. Polarity does not affect the performance  
of the OAC5 and OAC5A Digital output modules.  
Because the field sides of output modules are totally isolated from each other, like polarities  
can be wired common to make use of a single power supply.  
The module status indicator should follow the instruction. It should be noted that the status  
indicator only follows the logic instruction to the modules and does not show that the module,  
its fuse, or that external power is present. Outputs can only be verified by observing the  
device or by a multimeter or oscilloscope measurement.  
Figure 2-16 Digital output wiring  
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Setup 3  
Chassis Setup  
Figure 3-17 Connectors, Switches, and Indicators  
During the setup phase of a BASIC I/O AD system, the chassis is given specific values for  
unit address, analog/ digital separator, network baud rate, and protocol pass type. A  
momentary pushbutton and seven segment display provide access to these parameters. Figure  
3-17 shows the location of these components labeled setup pushbutton and sequential display.  
Function addresses:  
Each host instruction includes an address made up of two hexadecimal characters (00h-FFh).  
At any BASIC I/O AD network connection 3 different types of functions can be performed,  
each with its own unique system -wide function address. There are two BASIC I/O AD  
addressing modes, offset and variable.  
Offset Mode  
Units are shipped in the offset mode where only master init control address needs be set (with  
a range of 00h-3Fh). The remaining function addresses are automatically calculated and set  
based on master address.  
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Function  
Abbrev.  
Function  
Address  
Sequential Display  
Master Unit Control  
MC  
MD  
MA  
00h (0)  
UO=00  
U1=40  
U2=80  
Master Unit Digital I/O  
Master Unit Analog I/O  
40h (64)  
80h (128)  
The OFFSET addressing mode is more convenient to use as only one address setup is required  
for each network connection. For example changing the master unit control MC, from 00h to  
03h will automatically cause MD=43h; MA=83h.  
Variable Mode  
In the variable mode function addresses are independent of each other and can range from 00h  
to Ffh. For this mode, each function, MC, MD, and MA must be entered. As long as addresses  
are not duplicated, they can take on any of the 256 possibilities. The variable mode must be  
used with some software packages and systems of more than 64 BASIC I/O AD network  
connections.  
The loading of selected function addresses into the BASIC I/O AD is explained after the  
description of analog / digital separator, baud rates, and protocol handshake type.  
Analog/ Digital separator:  
Each BASIC I/O AD will require an analog/ digital separator to be set. This identifies which  
modules are analog and which are digital. This is necessary so that the system can properly  
direct each instruction to the appropriate module.  
The analog/ digital separator is the character following the 9 in the sequential display. It  
should be set equal to he HEX value of the lowest numbered module position containing a  
digital module (input or output). If this BASIC I/O AD contains only analog modules, set this  
value to G. Refer to the worksheet .  
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Baud Rates:  
Any One of the standard baud rates of 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, or 38400 can  
be used for the serial network communications. The sequential display indicates the letter H  
followed by the baud rate divided by 100. Basic I/Os are shipped at 9600 baud; the sequential  
display indicates H096. Changing the BASIC I/O AD baud rate is explained beginning on  
page 3-4  
Protocol Handshake Types:  
Two protocol handshake types are available, 2 pass and 4 pass.  
2 Pass:  
The host transmits an instruction to a BASIC I/O AD.  
If the instruction is correctly received (i.e. valid address, instruction type and  
correct checksum) the BASIC I/O AD executes the instruction and returns the  
letter “A” and a cr or, where data is to be returned, the letter “A”, then the data,  
followed by a two character checksum ending with a CR.  
4 Pass:  
The host transmits an instruction to a BASIC I/O AD. If the instruction is  
correctly received (i.e. valid address, but not necessarily the correct instruction  
type nor checksum), the BASIC I/O AD returns an “A” followed by the Echo of  
the instruction and does not execute it. If the host then transmits an E, the  
instruction is executed in the same manner as the 2 pass. If the Hos transmits any  
other character to any unit on the network, the instruction is disregarded  
The sequential display indicates the letter P followed by 2 or 4. BASIC I/O ADs are shipped  
in 2 pass mode; the sequential display indicates P2. The actual setting of the handshake  
protocol type is detailed following network type switch.  
Network Type Switch:  
The digit after the “l” ion the sequential display represents how the network switch is set.  
Note: The seven segment display will not reflect a switch position change until power has  
been cycled to the unit.  
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Setup 3  
Changing Setup Parameters Via Pushbutton:  
During setup the user may need to change the unit address, serial link, baud rate, and protocol  
pass type. The pushbutton located under the removable cover is used to change these  
parameters. The pushbuton causes the ajacent red LED to flash each time it is pushed. Any  
changed values are automatically saved in non-volatile EEPROM.  
During the diagnostic test period following the application of power, the sequential display  
shows “GoGoGo/” Flashing the pushbutton LED once when the/ appears, places the unit in  
setup mode. The value of each setup character can be changed, as they appear in sequence, by  
pressing the pushbutton. The display will continue to cycle through the setup sequence until  
there is a full cycle with no changes. The BASIC I/O AD then stores all values in EEPROM  
for automatic use following each power cycle. If desired changes were not implemented  
correctly, line power can be cycled and setup via pushbutton procedure can begin again.  
Once the unit has been placed in setup mode, as described above, the value of each setup  
character shown below, can be changed.  
U 000G 8H096P2 Only underlined digits may be changed.  
The 2 digits after U0 indicate the master unit control address; initially set for address 00H-00.  
Note: In the address offset mode, only one master address is set, the other addresses are  
automatically set 40H above each other  
The digit after the G indicates the analog/ digital separator.  
The 3 digits after H show the baud rate divided by 100, initially set for 9600 baud. -096  
The 1 digit after P signifies the handshake protocol type, initially set for 2 pass -2  
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The display continues to cycle through this sequence until there is a full cycle with no  
changes. The BASIC I/O AD then stores all values in EEPROM for automatic use following  
the next power cycle.  
The unit is now in the operational mode and the sequential display cycle becomes*:  
U0=00  
U1=40  
U2=80  
G8  
H012  
L3  
P2  
Address Setup Via Network -Variable mode only  
Each function address, including the master control address, of the BASIC I/O AD can be set  
individually by issuing a special instruction to the current master control address of that  
chassis. This “set variable address” instruction should be used with caution as it will change  
the unit address and save them in EEPROM. Consult the BASIC I/O AD protocol manual for  
details.  
In the event that the new addresses become lost they will appear on the sequential display.  
The pushbutton method can always be used to return to the offset mode.  
Communication Verification:  
Most startup problems are related to the communications link. The left network traffic LED  
(marked RECV). Blinks when there is serial data traffic being sent to this BASIC I/O AD  
from the host computer. The LED merely indicates serial data. It does not indicate that this  
data is valid nor at the proper baud rate. The right network traffic LED (marked TRANS)  
blinks each time this BASIC I/O AD sends data to the Host computer.  
*factor default values for an IOP-AD/3+depicted in this example.  
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Hardware error codes:  
When the BASIC I/O AD is initially turned on it goes through internal self testing. If  
anything is not correct, the appropriate error code will flash on the sequential display. Try  
cycling power, if that does not resolve the error condition please call duTec technical support  
at 800-248-1632.  
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Index  
Analog Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8, 2 - 15  
Analog outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8, 2 - 17  
Baud rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 3  
Cabling costs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1  
Chassis Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1  
Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7  
Communications watchdogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2  
Digital Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8, 2 - 18  
Digital Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8, 2 - 19  
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7  
Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8  
Isolation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2  
Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8  
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1  
Multidrop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3, 2 - 6  
Network Bias Resistors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 7  
Network Type Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 3  
Noise suppression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 7  
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7  
Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8  
Power Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2  
Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3  
Repeater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 6  
RS-422 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7, 2 - 3, 2 - 4  
RS-485 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4, 2 - 5  
RTD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 15  
Sequential display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 1  
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4  
Setup pushbutton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 1  
Signal conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2  
Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 12, 2 - 13  
Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8  
Thermocouple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8, 2 - 15  
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