Dataq DI-1110 User manual
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DI-1110
8-Channel USB Data Acquisition Starter Kit
User's Manual
Manual Revision C
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Warranty and Service Policy
Product Warranty
DATAQ Instruments, Inc. warrants that this hardware will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use and service for a period of 90 days from the date of shipment. DATAQ Instruments' obligations under this
warranty shall not arise until the defective material is shipped freight prepaid to DATAQ Instruments. The only
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3. For in-warranty repairs, DATAQ Instruments will return repaired items to the buyer freight prepaid. Out of war-
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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Warranty and Service Policy ................................................................................................................ iii
1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 1
Features .............................................................................................................................................. 1
Analog Inputs .................................................................................................................................... 1
Digital Inputs ..................................................................................................................................... 1
Software ............................................................................................................................................. 1
WinDaq Dashboard ..................................................................................................................... 2
WinDaq® Recording and Playback Software ............................................................................ 2
Help ............................................................................................................................................. 2
2. Specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 3
3. Installation .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Install WinDaq Software ................................................................................................................... 5
Connect the Instrument to Your Computer ....................................................................................... 6
4. Controls, Indicators, and Connections ............................................................................................. 7
Mini-B USB Connection ................................................................................................................... 7
Screw Terminals ................................................................................................................................ 7
DI-1110 Signal Connections ....................................................................................................... 8
Connecting Signal Leads ............................................................................................................ 8
Analog Inputs .............................................................................................................................. 9
Digital Ports ................................................................................................................................ 9
WinDaq Remote Events (Evnt/D0) ...................................................................................... 10
WinDaq Remote Storage (Rcrd/D1) .................................................................................... 12
WinDaq Rate (Rate/D2) ....................................................................................................... 12
WinDaq Counter (Cnt/D3) ................................................................................................... 14
General Purpose Digital Inputs ............................................................................................ 16
General Purpose Digital Outputs .......................................................................................... 17
4-20mA Current Loop Measurements ............................................................................................... 18
LED Indicator .................................................................................................................................... 19
5. Unlock WinDaq .................................................................................................................................. 21
6. Dimensional Drawing ......................................................................................................................... 23
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Introduction
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1. Introduction
This manual contains information designed to familiarize you with the features and functions of the DI-1110 USB
data acquisition starter kit. These high-end Starter kits contain features and functionality normally reserved for more
expensive data acquisition systems.
Features
The DI-1110 data acquisition instrument is a portable data recording module that communicates through your com-
puter's USB port. Power is derived from the interface port so no external power is required. Features include:
• 4 or 8 fixed differential analog inputs protected to ±100V (transient).*
• ±10V full scale measurement range.
• 12-bit analog-to-digital resolution.
• 7 digital ports* protected to +25V: Two dedicated for WINDAQ remote control operations; One dedicated to
WINDAQ rate measurements; and One dedicated to WINDAQ counter measurements.
• Up to 160 kHz maximum throughput sampling rate.
• A push-button to tag remote events in WINDAQ software.
• LED indication for easy notification of system status.
• Free WinDaq/Lite data acquisition recording software.
• Included .Net Class supports programming the DI-1110 under any .Net programming language.
• Fully documented instrument protocol for programming the device in operating systems other than Windows.
* WinDaq/Unlock required to record more than four total channels when using WinDaq software.
Analog Inputs
The DI-1110 features eight differential channel inputs (WinDaq/Unlock required to record more than four total chan-
nels when using WinDaq software) located on a single sixteen-position screw terminal block for easy connection and
operation (other terminals used for digital I/O or reserved). Note: The DI-1110 does not support Gain.
Utilize the functionality of WINDAQ software to experience all the features encased in these small, inexpensive
instruments.
Digital Inputs
The DI-1110 contains seven digital ports (WinDaq/Unlock required to record more than four total channels when
using WinDaq software), which may be used as a general-purpose digital inputs or for a specific function as desig-
nated on the device. Digital port D0 is reserved for WinDaq Events; Digital port D1 is reserved for WinDaq remote
Start/Stop; Digital port D2 is reserved for rate measurements; Digital port D3 is reserved for counts; Please Note:
Digital outputs are not supported in WinDaq software. Each port may be configured as a switch using third-party
software.
Software
All software required to record and playback waveforms is included with the purchase of any DI-1110 data acquisi-
tion starter kit via download.
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WinDaq Dashboard
The WinDaq Dashboard utility allows you to start WinDaq software with your Dataq devices. Units available for syn-
chronized recording using ChannelStretch™ are shown in compatible blocks of devices (the DI-1110 does not sup-
port ChannelStretch or stand-alone data logging).
WINDAQ®Recording and Playback Software
WINDAQ Acquisition and WINDAQ Waveform Browser allow you to record and playback data acquired through your
instrument. WINDAQ software is an invaluable resource to record and analyze your data and is available for free from
our web site (www.dataq.com).
WINDAQ Acquisition software can be used to record waveforms directly and continuously to disk while monitoring a
real time display of the waveforms on-screen. It operates, displays, and records waveform signals in real time at the
full sample rate of the DI-1110.
WINDAQ Waveform Browser playback software (also known as “WWB”) offers an easy way to review and analyze
acquired waveforms. A built-in data file translator allows the user to display multiple waveforms acquired by
WINDAQ Acquisition software or any of a wide range of data acquisition packages. The software’s disk-streaming
design allows data files of any length to be graphically displayed rapidly, in normal or reverse time directions. Seven
standard cursor-based measurements, frequency domain, and statistical analysis functions help simplify waveform
analysis and interpretation. WINDAQ Waveform Browser is free and installed when installing WINDAQ Software.
Help
All WINDAQ software utilizes context-sensitive help. Help may be accessed through the Help menu or by pressing
the F1 key with any pull-down menu item selected. This will take you directly to the Help topic most relevant to that
particular function or feature. Help topics discuss in detail each function available in the software.
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Specifications
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2. Specifications
Analog Inputs
Number of Channels: 8
Channel Configuration: Differential
Full Scale Range: ±10 V
Input impedance: 1M
Absolute accuracy:
@ 25°C, excluding common mode error
±12.5 mV @ 25°C
Absolute maximum input without damage:
±75 V peak, continuous
±100 V peak, one minute or less
System noise: 7.8 mV rms
Max common mode voltage: ±10 V
Common mode rejection ratio: 40 dB (dc - 60 Hz)
Channel-to-channel crosstalk rejection: -80 dB
Digital Ports
Number of Ports: 7
Type: MOSFET switch
Configuration: Programmable as digital input or switch
Programmed as a Switch
Maximum drain voltage: 25 V
Maximum sink current: 100 mA
Count/Rate/Inputs
Internal pull-up value: 4.7 k
Input high voltage threshold: 2.4V
Input low voltage threshold: 0.8V
Terminal count: 65,535
Maximum rate frequency: 50 KHz with one enabled channel, 20 KHz with 2-4 enabled channels, 10
KHz with 5-8 enabled channels, else 5 KHz.
Minimum rate frequency: 0.5Hz
Maximum count frequency: 50 kHz
Absolute maximum applied voltage (V): +25V
Reserved Digital Inputs
D0: WINDAQ remote events
D1: WINDAQ remote start/stop
D2: Rate input
D3: Count input
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ADC Characteristics
Resolution: 12-bit
Above zero ADC counts: 2,047
Below zero ADC counts: 2,048
Voltage resolution (excluding noise): 4.86 mV
4-20 mA resolution (excluding noise): 818 adc counts with 250 shunt
Max. sample throughput rate: 160 kHz
Min. sample throughput rate: Hardware only: 20 Hz
WinDaq software: 2.2 samples per hour
Sample rate timing accuracy: 50 ppm
Indicators and Connections
Interface: USB 2.0 (mini-B style connector)
Indicator light: 3 LEDs; Power, Active, Event
Input connections: Two 16-position screw terminal strips
Power
Power Consumption: <1.0 Watt, via USB interface
Environmental
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Operating Humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing
Storage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Storage Humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing
Physical Characteristics
Enclosure: Polycarbonate ABS, 0.080 inch thickness
Mounting: Desktop; bulkhead
Dimensions: 2.625D × 5.5W × 1.53H in.
(6.67D × 13.97W × 3.89H cm.)
Weight: 5.7 oz. (162 grams)
Software Support
WINDAQ software: OS support: Check online at http://www.dataq.com/products/windaq/
windows-compatability/
Programming: DATAQ .NET Class, Instrument protocol, ActiveX Control
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