National Instruments IC-3171 User manual

GETTING STARTED GUIDE

IC-317x

Industrial Controller with Reconfigurable I/O

The IC-317x is a high-performance, fanless embedded system designed for rugged industrial

applications. This document explains how to install and configure the IC-317x.

Contents

IC-3171, IC-3172, and IC-3173................................................................................................1

Safety Information............................................................................................................ 2

Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines.......................................................................2

Preparing the Environment............................................................................................... 3

Configuring the Hardware................................................................................................ 3

Connecting the System Power Supply.............................................................................. 4

Connecting the Isolated Outputs Power Supply............................................................... 6

IC-3173 (IP67).......................................................................................................................... 7

Safety Information............................................................................................................ 7

Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines.......................................................................8

Preparing the Environment............................................................................................... 9

Configuring the Hardware................................................................................................ 9

Connecting the System Power Supply............................................................................ 10

Connecting the Isolated Outputs Power Supply..............................................................11

Connecting the DisplayPort Connector...........................................................................12

Configuring the IC-317x for NI Linux Real-Time..................................................................13

Connecting to the Development Computer.....................................................................13

Using Vision Builder AI with the IC-317x..................................................................... 13

Installing the NI Industrial Controller Device Drivers................................................... 13

Setting a System Password............................................................................................. 15

Configuring the IC-317x for Windows................................................................................... 15

Connecting the IC-317x to a Network............................................................................ 15

Installing the NI Industrial Controller Device Drivers................................................... 15

Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 16

Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 19

Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 19

IC-3171, IC-3172, and IC-3173

The following information applies to the IC-3171, IC-3172, and IC-3173.

Safety Information

Caution The following paragraphs contain important safety information you must

follow when installing and operating the device.

Do not operate the device in a manner not specified in the documentation. Misuse of the

device may result in a hazard and may compromise the safety protection built into the device.

If the device is damaged, turn it off and do not use it until service-trained personnel can check

its safety. If necessary, return the device to National Instruments for repair.

Keep away from live circuits. Do not remove equipment covers or shields unless you are

trained to do so. If signal wires are connected to the device, hazardous voltages can exist even

when the equipment is turned off. To avoid a shock hazard, do not perform procedures

involving cover or shield removal unless you are qualified to do so. Disconnect all field power

prior to removing covers or shields.

Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install unauthorized parts or

modify the device. Use the device only with the chassis, modules, accessories, and cables

specified in the installation instructions. All covers and filler panels must be installed while

operating the device.

This is a Pollution Degree 2 device. Do not operate the device in an explosive atmosphere or

where flammable gases or fumes may be present. Operate the device only at or below the

pollution degree stated in the specifications. Pollution consists of any foreign matter—solid,

liquid, or gas—that may reduce dielectric strength or surface resistivity. The following is a

description of pollution degrees.

• Pollution Degree 1—No pollution or only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. The

pollution has no effect.

• Pollution Degree 2—Normally only nonconductive pollution occurs. Occasionally,

nonconductive pollution becomes conductive because of condensation.

• Pollution Degree 3—Conductive pollution or dry, nonconductive pollution occurs.

Nonconductive pollution becomes conductive because of condensation.

Clean the device and accessories by brushing off light dust with a soft, nonmetallic brush.

Remove other contaminants with a stiff, nonmetallic brush. The unit must be completely dry

and free from contaminants before returning it to service.

You must insulate signal connections for the maximum voltage for which the device is rated.

Do not exceed the maximum ratings for the device on the supply or the reconfigurable I/O

(30Vdc). Remove power from signal lines before connection to or disconnection from the

device. Refer to the device specifications on ni.com/manuals for complete specifications.

Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines

This product was tested and complies with the regulatory requirements and limits for

electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) as stated in the product specifications. These

requirements and limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference when the product is operated in its intended operational electromagnetic

environment.

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This product is intended for use in industrial locations. There is no guarantee that harmful

interference will not occur in a particular installation, when the product is connected to a test

object, or if the product is used in residential areas. To minimize the potential for the product

to cause interference to radio and television reception or to experience unacceptable

performance degradation, install and use this product in strict accordance with the instructions

in the product documentation.

Furthermore, any changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by National

Instruments could void your authority to operate it under your local regulatory rules.

Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance, operate this product only with

shielded cables and accessories. Power cables connecting an external AC/DC power

supply to either input power port may be unshielded.

Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance, do not connect the power

inputs to a DC mains supply or to any supply requiring a connecting cable longer

than 3 m (10 ft.). A DC mains supply is a local DC electricity supply network in the

infrastructure of a site or building.

Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance, the length of cables connected

to the video ports or the digital I/O port must be no longer than 3 m (10 ft). The

length of cables connected to the USB ports must be no longer than 30 m (100 ft).

Preparing the Environment

Ensure that the environment in which you are using the IC-317x meets the following

specifications.

Operating temperature

(IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2)

0 °C to 55 °C, 0 °C to 50 °C when Power over

Ethernet (PoE) exceeds 30 W

Operating humidity (IEC 60068-2-56) 10% RH to 90% RH, noncondensing

Pollution Degree 2

Maximum altitude 2,000 m

Indoor use only.

Note Refer to the device specifications on ni.com/manuals for complete

specifications.

Configuring the Hardware

Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance, product installation requires

either special considerations or user-installed, add-on devices. See the product

installation instructions for further information.

Remove the IC-317x from the package and inspect the system for damage. Notify National

Instruments if the system appears damaged in any way. Do not use a damaged system.

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Ensure that the AC input into the external power supply is disconnected before plugging in or

unplugging any connector. Ground the unit to minimize the possibility of static electricity

damage.

Figure 1. IC-317x Front Panel

POWER

PoE1

PoE2

PoE3

PoE4

DIO

STATUS

USER1

USER FPGA1

ACT/

LINK

10/100/

1000

1. DisplayPort Connectors

2. LED Indicators

3. Power over Ethernet (PoE) LED Indicators

4. Gigabit Ethernet Ports with PoE

5. 44-pin Digital I/O Connector

6. Isolated Power Input Connector

7. Chassis Grounding Screw

8. Reset Button (not pictured)

9. Power Button

10. System Power Connector

11. User-Accessible Battery Compartment (not

pictured)

12. RS-232/RS-485 Serial Port

13. USB 3.0 Ports

14. Primary Gigabit Ethernet Port

15. Retention Mounts for USB 3.0 Ports

16. Retention Mounts for USB 2.0 Ports

17. USB 2.0 Ports

Connecting the System Power Supply

NI recommends the following power supply for the IC-317x.

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Power Supply Part Number

NI PS-15 Industrial Power Supply 781093-01

Complete the following steps to connect a power supply to the controller:

1. Verify the power source is turned off. Verify the power source for SYS PWR IN is

between 9 VDC to 30 VDC, 21.6 VDC to 30 VDC when using Power over Ethernet

(PoE), and can provide up to 150 W.

2. Loosen the connector screws and remove the system power connector plug from the

controller. The following figure shows the terminal screws, which secure the wires in the

screw terminals, and the connector screws, which secure the connector plug on the front

panel.

Figure 2. Power Screw Terminal Connector Plug

1. Terminal Screw

2. Connector Screws

Caution Do not tighten or loosen the terminal screws on the power connector

while the power is on.

3. Connect the positive lead of the primary power source to the V1 terminal of the power

connector plug and tighten the terminal screw to 0.20 N · m to 0.25 N · m (1.8 lb · in. to

2.2 lb · in.) of torque.

4. Connect the negative lead of the power supply to one of the C terminals of the power

connector and tighten the terminal screw to 0.20 N · m to 0.25 N · m (1.8 lb · in. to 2.2 lb

· in.) of torque.

5. Optionally, you can connect the positive lead of another power supply to the V2 terminal

and the negative lead to the other C terminal.

Caution The C terminals are internally connected to each other.

6. Install the power connector into SYS PWR IN on the front panel of the controller and

tighten the connector screw flanges to 0.3 N · m to 0.4 N · m (2.7 lb · in. to 3.5 lb · in.) of

torque.

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7. Turn on the external power source(s).

Note Refer to the IC-317x User Manual on ni.com/manuals for a complete

description of power inputs and controller startup options.

Connecting the Isolated Outputs Power Supply

NI recommends the following power supply for the IC-317x.

Power Supply Part Number

NI PS-15 Industrial Power Supply 781093-01

Complete the following steps to supply power to the isolated outputs.

1. Verify the power source is turned off. Verify the power source for ISO PWR IN is

between 4.5 V to 30 V.

2. Loosen the connector screws and remove the isolated outputs power connector plug from

the controller. The following figure shows the V (positive) terminal screw and the C

(negative) terminal screw, which secure the wires in the screw terminals, and the

connector screws, which secure the connector plug on the front panel.

Figure 3. 2-Position Power Screw Terminal Connector (IP20)

1. V (Positive) Terminal Screw

2. C (Negative) Terminal Screw

3. Connector Screws

Caution Do not tighten or loosen the terminal screws on the power connector

while the power is on.

3. Install one ferrite across the negative and positive leads of the power source,

approximately 50 mm to 75 mm (2 in. to 3 in.) from the end of the power input wires.

Figure 4. Installing a Ferrite on the Power Leads

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4. Connect the positive lead of the isolated outputs power source to the V terminal of the

power connector plug and tighten the terminal screw to 0.2 N · m to 0.25 N · m (1.8 lb ·

in. to 2.2 lb · in.) of torque.

5. Connect the negative lead of the isolated outputs power source to the C terminal of the

power connector plug and tighten the terminal screw to 0.2 N · m to 0.25 N · m

(1.8 lb · in. to 2.2 lb · in.) of torque.

6. Install the power connector plug into ISO PWR IN on the front panel of the controller and

tighten the connector screws to 0.4 N · m (3.5 lb · in.) of torque.

7. Turn on the external power source.

IC-3173 (IP67)

The following information applies to the IC-3173 (IP67).