RS-232/RS-485 – module with 8 input counters and 2 output counters

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The RO-SER-CNT8 module has 8 counter inputs with a max. frequency of 20 MHz and 2 pulse generator outputs with a max. frequency of 5 MHz. Additionally, input optocouplers provide a safe galvanic isolation between the counter module and your application. As interfaces the serial standards RS-232 or RS-485 are available. In addition, the existing USB 2.0 port can also be used.

  • RS-232/RS-485 interface with galvanic isolation
  • Open RS-232/485 protocol, plain text mode
  • USB 2.0 interface with up to 480 Mbit
  • 8/16 input counter each 48-bit (max. 20 MHz)
  • 8 different input counter modes (4 main modes and 4 sub modes)
  • 2/4 pulse generators per 48-bit (max. 5 MHz)

Frequency measurement and pulse generator

Counter inputs

This module can be used to count pulses, determine the period duration of input signals and perform frequency measurements. In addition, the galvanic isolation of the inputs allows the connection of signals with different potentials in relation to the counter module.

 

Pulse generator

The integrated pulse generator can output square wave signals up to 5MHz. In addition, certain counting events can be linked to this output.

LEDs

Each digital input and output has a separate LED that lights up when the signal state is active. Furthermore, the status of the operating voltage, the communication with the interface, error events or the occurrence of a timeout can be displayed.

Connectors

A screwless system from the manufacturer WAGO Kontakttechnik is used as the connector. The 1-wire female connectors are 100% protected against mismating and have an eject and locking mechanism. All conductor types up to 1.5mm² can be connected.

Software and control

Our DELIB driver library, which is included with the product, makes it easy to address the product via our API.

 

We offer support for the following programming languages:

  • C
  • C++
  • C#
  • VB
  • VBA
  • VB.Net
  • Java
  • Delphi
  • LabVIEW

We offer support for the following operating systems:

  • Windows 10 (32bit/64bit)
  • Windows 8/8.1 (32bit/64bit)
  • Windows 7 (32bit/64bit)
  • Windows Vista (32bit/64bit)
  • Windows XP (32bit/64bit)
  • Windows Server 2003 (32bit/64bit)
  • Windows 2000
  • Linux

Corresponding programming examples can be found in the “Software” section of the products or are included on the driver CD.

General
Power supply + 12V to +24V DC (via two-pin pluggable screw terminal)
LEDs • Operating voltage
• Interface activity
• ERROR
• Input state change(only for digital inputs)
• Timeout shutdown
• I/O access
• Status counter module
• Activity – lights up when the counter module is accessed
• 8* Status counter input
• 2* Status pulse generator output
Connectors • Type: Wago Kontakttechnik 713-1108/037-000
• Pluggable 16 pole female connector with locking mechanism
• 100 % malfunction protected
• 1-conductor connection for all types of conductors up to 1.5mm²
DIN rail mounting TS 35
Operating temperature +10°C .. +50°C
Dimensions with 16 outputs 122mm x 85mm x 51,5mm  (HxWxD)
RS-232 / RS-485 – Interface
Interface
 • RS-232/RS-485
• Baudrate: 300 – 115.200 Baud
• Galvanic isolation up to 500 V
• Connection via 9 pin D-Sub connector
DIP switch • Activating a base configuration (preferential mode with 115kBd, module address = 0)
• Activating  the configuration via DIP switch
• Activating the Text Mode
• Setting the baud rate
USB-Interface
USB-Interface
 • Connection: type B
• USB 2.0 / USB 1.1 interface with up to 480Mbit

Counter inputs & pulse generator
Counter Inputs • Max. Input voltage: 15V DC to 30V DC / optionally changeable to 5V DC to 15V DC
• Max. Counting frequency: 20Mhz
• Resolution: 48-bit
• Max. Input current: 14mA
• Galvanic isolation of the inputs: 3.75kV AC/1min
• Input filter per channel (configurable via software)
Pulse generator outputs • Output power: 5V / 25mA
• Max. counting frequency: 5Mhz
• Resolution: 48-bit
• Galvanic isolation for power supply from the module: 1kV
• Number of pulses to be generated adjustable: (0= infinitely many)
• Setting the low time (10ns steps)
• Setting of the high time (10ns steps) PWM outputs with e.g. the following modes:
• 0.5kHz – frequency PWM ratio with 0.01% resolution
• 5kHz – frequency PWM ratio with 0.1% resolution
• 50kHz – frequency PWM ratio with 1% resolution

The different counting modes
Main mode 1 • Counting pulses:
With this mode pulses can be counted on a rising edge. A reset is possible via software.
Main mode 2 • Period duration determination:
In this mode the period “T” of the applied input signal is measured. An internal 100MHz counter serves as a time base. At a rising edge of the input signal the 48 bit counter is latched and can be evaluated while the next signal is counted again.
Main mode 3 • Number measurement/frequency measurement:
This mode is used to measure the number of rising edges of the input signal within a given time. Here the times 1ms, 10ms, 100ms, 1sec. can be configured via software. This allows e.g. frequency measurements to be carried out.
Main mode 4 • PWM measurements:
With this mode the “high” time and the “low” time of a signal are measured with two different counters. This allows the high / low ratio to be determined (PWM). By using an internal 100MHz counter, extremely accurate PWM ratios can be determined.
Sub mode 1 • Counting pulses without “reset on read”:
With this mode pulses can be counted on a rising edge. When the counter is read, the counter is not reset but remains at its current value.
Sub mode 2 • Counting pulses with “reset on read”:
With this mode pulses can be counted on a rising edge. When reading the counter, the counter is reset at the same time.
Sub mode 3 • Counting pulses with “reset if channel 7 = 1”:
In this mode, counting is performed on the rising edge. In addition, the counter can be reset via an external signal (last channel of the module = 1).
Sub mode 4 • Read Latch-Counter:
With the latch instruction all 8 counter readings of the input counters are written into a buffer (latch) simultaneously. This mode can then be used to read out the latched counter reading.

Additional information

Weight 0,202 kg

 

 

 


 

General information on the ICT tool

We have developed the new ICT tool to make commissioning our products as easy and straightforward as possible.
This tool combines all the important functions of our old programs, such as the Configuration Utility, Module Demo and DT-Flasher, in one.
With the ICT tool, you can now easily configure, test, diagnose, flash and debug our products.
In the following chapters, we would like to introduce you to our new all-in-one software in more detail.

Module selection

Here you can integrate your modules into the ICT tool by clicking on the “+” symbol, so that you can then configure or test them.

Start screen

Here you can find some important information about your selected module.
In addition, you can display the manual of the module as PDF or HTML version here.
Under “Show module IDs” you can call up all available module IDs. This ID is needed to integrate our products into your software projects.

ICT Treeview

In the treeview on the left side of the program window, you can see the respective forms that are supported by your module.
With a click you can then display this form in the right part of the program and perform possible configurations or tests.

Configuration

Configuration of the serial modules

Our serial modules of the RO-series and NET-series are able to handle the standards RS-232 and RS-485. At delivery the modules are always designed for RS-232 operation, but can be reconfigured to RS-485 by changing the jumper positions on the module. For further information please refer to the manual of the respective product.

 

Setting the RS-232 / RS-485 parameters via DIP switches

By means of DIP switches the following parameters can be set:

  • Module address (only for RS-485)
  • Baud rate
  • Preferred mode (115k Baud, module address = deactivated, echo = off)
  • Text Mode / Register Mode

Serial configuration settings via ICT tool

The following parameters can be set:

  • Preferred mode (115k Baud, module address = deactivated, echo = off)
  • Baud rate
  • Module address (only for RS-485)
  • Echo active on/off
  • Text mode / Register mode

More details about the control and some programming examples can be found in the programming section.

General Handling

DapiOpenModule
This function opens a particular module.

DapiOpenModule

 

Description

This function opens a specific module

 

Definition

ULONG DapiOpenModule(ULONG moduleID, ULONG nr);

 

Parameters

moduleID=Specifies the module to be opened (see delib.h)
nr=Specifies which one (in case of several modules) should be opened.
nr=0 -> 1st module
nr=1 -> 2nd module

 

Return-Value

handle=Corresponding handle for the module
handle=0 -> module was not found

 

Comment

The handle returned by this function is needed to identify the module for all other functions.

 

Programming example

// Open USB module
handle = DapiOpenModule(RO_USB1, 0);
printf(“handle = %x\n”, handle);
if (handle==0)
{
// USB module was not found
printf(“Modul konnte nicht geöffnet werden\n”);
return;
}

DapiCloseModule
This command closes an opened module.

DapiCloseModule

 

Description

This command closes an open module.

 

Definition

ULONG DapiCloseModule(ULONG handle);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module

 

Return-Value

None

 

Programming example

// Close module
DapiCloseModule(handle);

DapiGetLastError
This function returns the last registered error. If an error has occurred, it must be deleted with DapiClearLastError(), otherwise any call of DapiGetLastError() will return the "old" error. If multiple modules are used, the use of DapiGetLastErrorByHandle() is recommended.

DapiGetLastError

 

Description

This function returns the last detected error. If an error occurred, it must be cleared with DapiClearLastError(), otherwise any call to DapiGetLastError() will return the “old” error.
If more than one module should be used, it is recommended to use DapiGetLastLastErrorByHandle().

 

Definition

ULONG DapiGetLastError(void);

 

Parameters

None

 

Return-Value

Error Code
0=no error. (see delib_error_codes.h)

 

Programming example

BOOL IsError()
{
unsigned char msg[500];
unsigned long error_code = DapiGetLastError();

if (error_code != DAPI_ERR_NONE)
{
DapiGetLastErrorText((unsigned char*) msg, sizeof(msg));
printf(“Error Code = 0x%x * Message = %s\n”, error_code, msg);

DapiClearLastError();

return TRUE;
}

return FALSE;
}

DapiGetLastErrorByHandle
This function returns the last registered error of a particular module (handle). If an error has occurred, it must be deleted with DapiClearLastErrorByHandle(), otherwise any call of DapiGetLastErrorByHandle() will return the "old" error.

DapiGetLastErrorByHandle

 

Description

This function returns the last detected error of a specific module (handle). If an error occurred, it must be cleared with DapiClearLastErrorByHandle(), otherwise any call to DapiGetLastErrorByHandle() will return the “old” error.

 

Definition

ULONG DapiGetLastErrorByHandle(ULONG handle);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module

 

Return-Value

Error Code
0=no error. (see delib_error_codes.h)

 

Programming example

BOOL IsError(ULONG handle)
{
unsigned long error_code = DapiGetLastErrorByHandle(handle);

if (error_code != DAPI_ERR_NONE)
{
printf(“Error detected on handle 0x%x – Error Code = 0x%x\n”, handle, error_code);

DapiClearLastErrorByHandle(handle);

return TRUE;
}

return FALSE;
}

DapiGetLastErrorText
This function reads the text of the last registered error. If an error has occurred, it must be cleared with DapiClearLastError(), otherwise every call of DapiGetLastErrorText() returns the "old" error. Definition

DapiGetLastErrorText

 

Description

This function reads the text of the last detected error. If an error occurred, it must be cleared with DapiClearLastError(), otherwise any call to DapiGetLastErrorText() will return the “old” error.

 

Definition

ULONG DapiGetLastErrorText(unsigned char * msg, unsigned long msg_length);

 

Parameters

msg = Buffer for the text to be received
msg_length = Length of the text buffer

 

Programming example

BOOL IsError()
{
unsigned char msg[500];
unsigned long error_code = DapiGetLastError();

if (error_code != DAPI_ERR_NONE)
{
DapiGetLastErrorText((unsigned char*) msg, sizeof(msg));
printf(“Error Code = 0x%x * Message = %s\n”, error_code, msg);

DapiClearLastError();

return TRUE;
}

return FALSE;
}

DapiClearLastError
This function deletes the last error registered with DapiGetLastError().

DapiClearLastError

Description

This function deletes the last error registered with DapiGetLastError().

 

Definition

void DapiGetLastError(void);

 

Parameters

None

 

Return value

None

 

Example program

BOOL IsError()
{
unsigned char msg[500];
unsigned long error_code = DapiGetLastError();

if (error_code != DAPI_ERR_NONE)
{
DapiGetLastErrorText((unsigned char*) msg, sizeof(msg));
printf(“Error Code = 0x%x * Message = %s\n”, error_code, msg);

DapiClearLastError();

return TRUE;
}

return FALSE;
}

DapiClearLastErrorByHandle
This function deletes the last error of a particular module (handle), which was registered with DapiGetLastErrorByHandle().

DapiClearLastErrorByHandle

 

Description

This function deletes the last error of a particular module (handle), which was registered with DapiGetLastErrorByHandle().

 

Definition

void DapiClearLastErrorByHandle(ULONG handle);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an opened module.

 

Return value

None

 

Example program

BOOL IsError(ULONG handle)
{
unsigned long error_code = DapiGetLastErrorByHandle(handle);

if (error_code != DAPI_ERR_NONE)
{
printf(“Error detected on handle 0x%x – Error Code = 0x%x\n”, handle, error_code);

DapiClearLastErrorByHandle(handle);

return TRUE;
}

return FALSE;
}

DapiGetDELIBVersion
This function returns the installed DELIB version.

DapiGetDELIBVersion

 

Description

This function returns the installed DELIB version.

 

Definition

ULONG DapiGetDELIBVersion(ULONG mode, ULONG par);

 

Parameters

mode=Mode with which the version is read (must always be 0).
par=This parameter is not defined (must always be 0).

 

Return-Value

version=Version number of the installed DELIB version [hex]

 

Programming example

version = DapiGetDELIBVersion(0, 0);
//With installed version 1.32 version = 132(hex)

DapiOpenModuleEx
This function opens a specific module with ethernet interface.The particularity of this command is,that parameters like IP-address, portnumber and the duration of the timeout can be specified. The opening of the module is independent of the DELIB Configuration Utility settings.

DapiOpenModuleEx

 

Description

This function specifically opens a module with an Ethernet interface. The parameters IP address, port number and the duration of the timeout can be determined.

 

Definition

ULONG DapiOpenModuleEx(ULONG moduleID, ULONG nr, unsigned char* exbuffer, 0);

 

Parameters

moduleID = Specifies the module to be opened (see delib.h)
nr = Specifies which one (in case of several modules) is to be opened
nr = 0 -> 1st module
nr = 1 -> 2nd module
exbuffer = buffer for IP address, port number and duration of the timeout

 

Return-Value

handle = Corresponding handle for the module
handle = 0 -> module was not found

 

Comment

The handle returned by this function is required to identify the module for all other functions.
This command is supported by all modules with Ethernet interface.

 

Programming example

// Open ETH-Module with parameter

DAPI_OPENMODULEEX_STRUCT open_buffer;

strcpy((char*) open_buffer.address, “192.168.1.10”);
open_buffer.portno = 0;
open_buffer.timeout = 5000;

handle = DapiOpenModuleEx(RO_ETH, 0, (unsigned char*) &open_buffer, 0);
printf(“Module handle = %x\n”, handle);

Digital output functions

DapiDOSet1
This is the command to set a single output.

DapiDOSet1

 

Description

This command sets a single output.

 

Definition

void DapiDOSet1(ULONG handle, ULONG ch, ULONG data);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch= Specifies the number of the output to be set (0 .. )
data= Specifies the data value to be written (0 / 1)

 

Return-Value

None

 

Requirements

The following SW feature bits must be supported by the module:

 

DAPI_SW_FEATURE_BIT_CFG_DO

The following conditions for the transfer parameters must be met:

maxCh = DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_GET_MODULE_CONFIG, DAPI_SPECIAL_GET_MODULE_CONFIG_PAR_DO, 0, 0)
maxCh > ch

DapiDOSet8
This command sets 8 digital outputs simultaneously.

DapiDOSet8

 

Description

This command sets 8 digital outputs simultaneously.

 

Definition

void DapiDOSet8(ULONG handle, ULONG ch, ULONG data);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch= Specifies the number of the output from which writing is to start (0, 8, 16, 24, 32, ..)
data=Specifies the data values to be written

 

Return-Value

None

DapiDOSet16
This command sets 16 digital outputs simultaneously.

DapiDOSet16

 

Description

This command sets 16 digital outputs simultaneously.

 

Definition

void DapiDOSet16(ULONG handle, ULONG ch, ULONG data);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch= Specifies the number of the output from which writing is to start (0, 16, 32, ..)
data=Specifies the data values to be written

 

Return-Value

None

DapiDOSet32
This command sets 32 digital outputs simultaneously.

DapiDOSet32

 

Description

This command sets 32 digital outputs simultaneously.

 

Definition

void DapiDOSet32(ULONG handle, ULONG ch, ULONG data);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch= Specifies the number of the output from which writing is to start (0, 32, 64, ..)
data=Specifies the data values to be written

 

Return-Value

None

 

Programming example

// Write a value to the outputs
data = 0x0000ff00; // outputs 9-16 are set to 1
DapiDOSet32(handle, 0, data); // Chan Start = 0
printf(“Write to outputs data=0x%x\n”, data);
printf(“key for further\n”);
getch();
// —————————————————-
// Write a value to the outputs
data = 0x80000000; // Output 32 is set to 1
DapiDOSet32(handle, 0, data); // Chan Start = 0
printf(“Write to outputs data=0x%x\n”, data);
printf(“key for further\n”);
getch();
// —————————————————-
// Write a value to the outputs
data = 0x80000000; // Output 64 is set to 1
DapiDOSet32(handle, 32, data); // Chan Start = 32
printf(“Write to outputs data=0x%x\n”, data);
printf(“key for further\n”);
getch();

DapiDOSet64
This command is to set 64 digital outputs.

DapiDOSet64

 

Description

This command sets 64 digital outputs simultaneously.

 

Definition

void DapiDOSet64(ULONG handle, ULONG ch, ULONGLONG data);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch= Specifies the number of the output from which writing is to start (0, 64, ..)
data=Specifies the data values to be written

 

Return-Value

None

DapiDOClrBit32
With this command you can change the states of outputs to 0 without changing the states of the neighboring outputs.

DapiDOClrBit32

 

Description

This command can be used to switch outputs selectively to 0 without changing the states of adjacent outputs.

 

Definition

void DapiDOClrBit32(uint handle, uint ch, uint data);

 

Parameters

handle = This is the handle of an open module
ch = Specifies the number of the output from which writing is to start
data = Specifies the data value to be written (up to 32 bits)

 

Return-Value

None

 

Comment

Only the bits with a value of 1 in the data parameter are considered by the command.

 

Programming example

data = 0x1; // Output 0 would be changed to 0. The states of outputs 1-31 won’t be changed
DapiDOSetBit32(handle, 0, data);

data = 0xf; // Outputs 0-3 would be changed to 0. The states of outputs 4-31 won’t be changed
DapiDOSetBit32(handle, 0, data);

data = 0xff; // Outputs 0-7 would be changed to 0. The states of outputs 8-31 won’t be changed
DapiDOSetBit32(handle, 0, data);

data = 0xff000000; // Outputs 23-31 would be changed to 0. The states of outputs 0-21 won’t be changed
DapiDOSetBit32(handle, 0, data);

DapiDOSet1_WithTimer
This function sets a digital output (ch) to a value (data - 0 or 1) for a specified time in msec.

DapiDOSet1_WithTimer

 

Description

This function sets a digital output (ch) to a value (data – 0 or 1) for a certain time in ms.

 

Definition

void DapiDOSet1_WithTimer(ULONG handle, ULONG ch, ULONG data, ULONG time_ms);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch= Specifies the number of the output to be set (0 .. )
data= Specifies the data value to be written (0 / 1)
time_ms=Specifies the time in which the output is set [ms].

 

Return-Value

None

 

Comment

This command is supported by all output modules of the NET series as well as by our RO-O8-R8 module.
This command loses its validity if it is overwritten with other values.
If you want to deactivate the command, it must be overwritten with time_ms=0.

 

Programming example

DapiDOSet1_WithTimer(handle, 2, 1, 1000);
//Setting channel 2 for 1000msec to 1

DapiDOSetBit32
With this command you can change the states of outputs to 1 without changing the states of the neighboring outputs.

DapiDOSetBit32

 

Description

This command can be used to switch outputs selectively to 1 without changing the states of adjacent outputs.

 

Definition

void DapiDOSetBit32(uint handle, uint ch, uint data);

 

Parameters

handle = This is the handle of an open module
ch = Specifies the number of the output from which writing is to start
data = Specifies the data value to be written (up to 32 bits)

 

Return-Value

None

 

Comment

Only the bits with a value of 1 in the data parameter are considered by the command.

 

Programming example

data = 0x1; // Output 0 would be changed to 1. The states of outputs 1-31 won’t be changed
DapiDOSetBit32(handle, 0, data);

data = 0xf; // Outputs 0-3 would be changed to 1. The states of outputs 4-31 won’t be changed
DapiDOSetBit32(handle, 0, data);

data = 0xff; // Outputs 0-7 would be changed to 1. The states of outputs 8-31 won’t be changed
DapiDOSetBit32(handle, 0, data);

data = 0xff000000; // Outputs 23-31 would be changed to 1. The states of outputs 0-21 won’t be changed
DapiDOSetBit32(handle, 0, data);

DapiDOReadback32
This command reads back the 32 digital outputs.

DapiDOReadback32

 

Description

This command reads back the 32 digital outputs.

 

Definition

ULONG DapiDOReadback32(ULONG handle, ULONG ch);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch= Specifies the number of the output from which the read back is to be performed (0, 32, 64, ..)

 

Return-Value

Status of 32 outputs.

DapiDOReadback64
This command reads the current PWM frequency of the module

DapiDOReadback32

 

Description

This command reads back the 32 digital outputs.

 

Definition

ULONG DapiDOReadback32(ULONG handle, ULONG ch);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch= Specifies the number of the output from which the read back is to be performed (0, 32, 64, ..)

 

Return-Value

Status of 32 outputs.

CNT48 functions

DapiCnt48ModeSet
This command sets the count mode for a single input channel.

DapiCnt48ModeSet

 

Description

This command sets a counting mode (optionally also sub mode) and input filter for a specific input counter channel.

 

Definition

void DapiCnt48ModeSet(ULONG handle, ULONG ch, ULONG mode);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch=number of the input counter channel whose mode is to be set (0, 1, 2, 3, .. )
mode= Specifies the mode

 

Possible values for mode

mode=DAPI_CNT48_MODE_COUNT_RISING_EDGE | DAPI_CNT48_SUBMODE_NO_RESET
In this mode, counting is performed on the rising edge.

 

mode=DAPI_CNT48_MODE_COUNT_RISING_EDGE | DAPI_CNT48_SUBMODE_RESET_WITH_READ
In this mode, counting is performed on the rising edge. In addition, the counter is reset with every read operation.

 

mode=DAPI_CNT48_MODE_COUNT_RISING_EDGE | DAPI_CNT48_SUBMODE_RESET_ON_CH_7
In this mode, counting is performed on the rising edge. In addition, the counter can be reset via an external signal (last channel of the module = 1).

 

mode=DAPI_CNT48_MODE_COUNT_RISING_EDGE | DAPI_CNT48_SUBMODE_LATCH_COMMON
With the command “DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_CNT48, DAPI_SPECIAL_CNT48_LATCH_GROUP8, 0, 0)” all 8 counter values of the input counters are written into a latch simultaneously. This mode can then be used to read the latched counter reading.

 

mode=DAPI_CNT48_MODE_T
This mode is used to measure the period T. A 100 MHz counter serves as a basis for this.

 

mode=DAPI_CNT48_MODE_FREQUENCY
In this mode the number of rising edges within one second (= frequency) can be measured.

 

mode=DAPI_CNT48_MODE_PWM
This mode is used to measure the “high” and “low” time of a signal. The ratio can then be determined (PWM).

 

Additionally, all input counters can be combined with an input filter (with an or combination). The following input filters are available for this:

 

DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_20ns
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_100ns
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_250ns
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_500ns
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_1us
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_2_5us
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_5us
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_10us
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_25us
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_50us
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_100us
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_250us
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_500us
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_1ms
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_2_5ms
DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_5ms

 

Comment

This command is only supported by our module RO-CNT8.

 

Programming example

DapiCnt48ModeSet(handle, 0, DAPI_CNT48_MODE_COUNT_RISING_EDGE | DAPI_CNT48_SUBMODE_RESET_WITH_READ | DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_20ns);
//input counter channel 0 counts all pulses <= 20ns on rising edge. In addition, the counter is reset after a query.
DapiCnt48ModeSet(handle, 1, DAPI_CNT48_MODE_COUNT_RISING_EDGE | DAPI_CNT48_SUBMODE_RESET_ON_CH_7 | DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_500us);
//input counter channel 1 counts all pulses <= 500us on rising edge. This counter can be reset with an external signal (ch7 = 1).
DapiCnt48ModeSet(handle, 2, DAPI_CNT48_MODE_PWM | DAPI_CNT48_FILTER_5ms);
//input counter channel 2 measures all low-/high times <= 5ms. The ratio is then determined (PWM).

DapiCnt48ModeGet
This command returns the count mode of a single input channel.

DapiCnt48ModeGet

 

Description

This instruction reads back the count mode of a specific input counter channel.

 

Definition

ULONG DapiCnt48ModeGet(ULONG handle, ULONG ch);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch=number of the input counter channel whose mode is to be output (0, 1, 2, 3, .. )

 

Return-Value

Counting mode of the input counter channel.
(More information / description of the bits -> see delib.h or manual “RO register assignment”)

 

Comment

This command is only supported by our module RO-CNT8.

 

Programming example

value = DapiCnt48ModeGet(handle, 0)
//G Returns the count mode of input counter channel 0
value = DapiCnt48ModeGet(handle, 3)
//G Returns the counting mode of input counter channel 3

DapiCnt48CounterGet32
This command reads the first 32 bits of a 48 bit input counter.

DapiCnt48CounterGet32

 

Description

This command reads the first 32 bits of a 48-bit input counter.

 

Definition

ULONG DapiCnt48CounterGet32(ULONG handle, ULONG ch);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch= Specifies the number of the input counter channel to be read (0, 1, 2, 3, .. )

 

Return-Value

Output of the counter value.

 

Comment

This command is only supported by our modules RO-CNT8 and RO-CNT/IGR.

 

Programming example

value = DapiCnt48CounterGet32(handle, 0);
//outputs the value of input counter channel 0
value = DapiCnt48CounterGet32(handle, 3);
//outputs the value of input counter channel 3

DapiCnt48CounterGet48
This command reads a 48 bit counter of an input counter.

DapiCnt48CounterGet48

 

Description

Dieser Befehl liest einen 48 Bit Zähler eines Eingangszählerkanals.

 

Definition

ULONGLONG DapiCnt48CounterGet48(ULONG handle, ULONG ch);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch= Specifies the number of the input counter channel to be read (0, 1, 2, 3, .. )

 

Return-Wert

Output of the counter value.

 

Comment

This command is only supported by our modules RO-CNT8 and RO-CNT/IGR.

 

Programming example

value = DapiCnt48CounterGet48(handle, 0);
//outputs the value of input counter channel 0
value = DapiCnt48CounterGet48(handle, 3);
//outputs the value of input counter channel 3

DapiSpecialCommand - DapiSpecialDIFilterValueSet
This command sets a filter [ms], in which time interval digital input channels are sampled

DapiSpecialCommand – Dapi_Special_DI_Filter_Value_Set

 

Description

This command sets a filter [ms], in which time interval digital input channels are sampled.

 

Definition

DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_DI, DAPI_SPECIAL_DI_FILTER_VALUE_SET, ULONG time_ms, 0);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an opened module.
time_ms=Time interval [ms] by which digital input channels are sampled.

 

Remarks

This command only supports pulse times between 5ms and 255ms.
If no time is set, the default value is 100ms.

 

This command is not supported by our modules with Ethernet interface.

 

Programming example

DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_DI, DAPI_SPECIAL_DI_FILTER_VALUE_SET, 5, 0);
// Sets the time interval to 5ms
DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_DI, DAPI_SPECIAL_DI_FILTER_VALUE_SET, 150, 0);
// Sets the time interval to 150ms

DapiSpecialCommand - DapiSpecialDIFilterValueGet
This command returns the previously set value of the time interval for sampling the digital input channels in [ms]

DapiSpecialCommand – Dapi_Special_DI_Filter_Value_Get

 

Description

This command returns the previously set value of the time interval for sampling the digital input channels in [ms].

 

Definition

ULONG DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_DI, DAPI_SPECIAL_DI_FILTER_VALUE_GET, 0, 0);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module

 

Return-Value

Time [ms]

 

Remarks

This command is not supported by our modules with Ethernet interface.

 

Programming example

value = DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_DI, DAPI_SPECIAL_DI_FILTER_VALUE_GET, 0, 0);
//Returns the time interval for sampling the digital input channels

DapiSpecialCommand - Dapi_Special_DI_FF_Filter_Value_Set
This command sets a filter [ms], in which time interval the input flip-flops and the input counters are polled.

DapiSpecialCommand – Dapi_Special_DI_FF_Filter_Value_Set

 

Description

This command sets a filter [ms], in which time interval the input flip-flops and the input counters are polled.

 

Definition

void DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_DI, DAPI_SPECIAL_DI_FF_FILTER_VALUE_SET, ULONG time_ms, 0);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
time_ms=Time interval [ms] by scanning digital input channels.

 

Return-Value

None.

 

Comment

This command only supports pulse times between 5ms and 255ms.
If no time is set, the default value is 100ms.

 

This command is not supported by our modules with Ethernet interface.

 

Programming example

DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_DI, DAPI_SPECIAL_DI_FF_FILTER_VALUE_SET, 5, 0);
// Sets the time interval to 5ms
DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_DI,
DAPI_SPECIAL_DI_FF_FILTER_VALUE_SET, 150, 0);
// Sets the time interval to 150ms

DapiSpecialCommand - Dapi_Special_DI_FF_Filter_Value_Get
This command returns the predefined value of the time interval for sampling the input flip-flops and the input counters in [ms].

DapiSpecialCommand – Dapi_Special_DI_FF_Filter_Value_Get

 

Description

This command returns the predefined value of the time interval for sampling the input flip-flops and the input counters in [ms].

 

Definition

ULONG DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_DI, DAPI_SPECIAL_DI_FF_FILTER_VALUE_GET, 0, 0);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module

 

Return-Value

Time [ms]

 

Comment

This command is not supported by our modules with Ethernet interface.

 

Programming example

value = DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_DI, DAPI_SPECIAL_DI_FF_FILTER_VALUE_GET, 0, 0);
// Returns the time interval for scanning the digital input channels.

DapiSpecialCommand - DapiSpecialCNT48LatchGroup8
This command saves the counter values of 8 inputcounters simultaneously into a temporary storage (latch). So, after that, the counter values of the latch can be read successively. Here, the speciality is, that it is possible to "freeze" the counter simultaneously and the frozen counter (latch) can be read one by one.

DapiSpecialCommand – DapiSpecialCNT48LatchGroup8

 

Description

This instruction stores the counter readings of 8 input counters simultaneously in a latch.
Thus, all counter readings of the latch can be read out one after the other.
A special feature is that a simultaneous “freezing” of the counter readings is possible and the frozen readings (latch) can then be read out (slowly) one after the other.

 

Definition

void DapiSpecialCommand(ULONG handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_CNT48, DAPI_SPECIAL_CNT48_LATCH_GROUP8, ULONG ch, 0)

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch=Specifies the number of the input counter from which the counter status of 8 input counters are latched (0, 8, 16, …)

 

Comment

This command is only supported by our module RO-CNT8.

Please regard that only the counter readings of the input counters are latched for which the mode

“DAPI_CNT48_SUBMODE_LATCH_COMMON” was set. (-> DapiCnt48ModeSet)

 

Programming example

DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_CNT48, DAPI_SPECIAL_CNT48_LATCH_GROUP8, 0, 0)
// Counter values of the input counters 0-7 are latched
DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_CNT48, DAPI_SPECIAL_CNT48_LATCH_GROUP8, 8, 0)
// Counter values of the input counters 8-15 are latched

DapiSpecialCommand - DapiSpecialCNT48ResetGroup8
This command resets the counter values of 8 inputcounter simultaneously.

DapiSpecialCommand – DapiSpecialCNT48ResetGroup8

 

Description

This command simultaneously resets the counts of 8 input counters.

 

Definition

void DapiSpecialCommand(ULONG handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_CNT48, DAPI_SPECIAL_CNT48_RESET_GROUP8, ULONG ch, 0)

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch=Specifies the number of the input counter from which the counter status of 8 input counters are reset (0, 8, 16, …)

 

Comment

This command is only supported by our module RO-CNT8.

 

Programming example

DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_CNT48, DAPI_SPECIAL_CNT48_RESET_GROUP8, 0, 0)
// Counter values of the input counters 0-7 are reset
DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_CNT48, DAPI_SPECIAL_CNT48_RESET_GROUP8, 8, 0)
// Counter values of the input counters 8-15 are reset

DapiSpecialCommand - DapiSpecialCNT48ResetSingle
This commands resets the counter value of a single inputcounter.

DapiSpecialCommand – DapiSpecialCNT48ResetSingle

 

Description

This command resets the count of a single input counter.

 

Definition

void DapiSpecialCommand(ULONG handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_CNT48, DAPI_SPECIAL_CNT48_RESET_SINGLE, ULONG ch, 0)

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch= Specifies the number of the input counter whose counter value is to be reset (0, 1, 2, ..)

 

Comment

This command is only supported by our module RO-CNT8.

 

Programming example

DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_CNT48, DAPI_SPECIAL_CNT48_RESET_SINGLE, 0, 0)
// Counter reading of input counter 0 is reset
DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_CNT48, DAPI_SPECIAL_CNT48_RESET_SINGLE, 1, 0)
// Counter reading of input counter 1 is reset

DapiSpecialCommand - DapiSpecialCNT48DIGet1
This command reads the input state (0/1) of a single inputcounterchannel.

DapiSpecialCommand – DapiSpecialCNT48DIGet1

 

Description

This command reads the input state (0/1) of a digital input counter channel.

 

Definition

ULONG DapiSpecialCommand(ULONG handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_CNT48, DAPI_SPECIAL_CNT48_DI_GET1, ULONG ch, 0);

 

Parameters

handle=This is the handle of an open module
ch= Specifies the number of the input counter channel whose input state is to be read (0, 1, 2, 3, .. )

 

Return-Value

Status of the input counter (0/1)

 

Comment

This command is only supported by our module RO-CNT8.

 

Programming example

value = DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_CNT48, DAPI_SPECIAL_CNT48_DI_GET1, 0, 0)
// Reads input status of input counter channel 1
value = DapiSpecialCommand(handle, DAPI_SPECIAL_CMD_CNT48, DAPI_SPECIAL_CNT48_DI_GET1, 1, 0)
// Reads input status of input counter channel 2

Block diagram RO-CNT8

RO-CNT8

Connection example Counter

Connection example

Screwless connector system

The customer’s connection wiring of the inputs and outputs is carried out via screwless, pluggable terminal strips. The conductor connection is made by a so-called actuating tool.
A locking and ejection mechanism facilitates the insertion and removal of the complete terminal strip.

 

Handling

Step 1

Remove the operating tool from the scope of delivery.

Step 2

Insert the operating tool firmly into the side opening in the direction of conductor connection.

Step 3

Now insert the stripped conductor into the open terminal contact.

Schritt 4

Pull the operating tool out again.

Step 5

Check the correct connection of the conductor. It should now no longer be possible to pull it out easily.

Manual RO-Serie
Hard- and Software-description
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  • Description of the measurement modules
  • Configuration of the different module interfaces
  • Installation of the DELIB driver library

 


DELIB driver library

Manual of the DELIB driver library
Documentation of all functions for the driver library
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  • Windows 10, 8, Vista, 7, XP, 2000 andLinux
  • Moduel open/close functions
  • Digital inputs: reading 1 / 8 / 16 / 32 / 64 bit
  • Digital outputs: Write 1 / 8 / 16 / 32 / 64 bit
  • A/D Lesen: read, read_volt, read_mA, A/D Modus einstellen
  • D/A schreiben: write, write_volt, write_mA, D/A-Modus einstellen
DELIB (64-bit) driver library for Windows
For Windows 11/10, Windows 7, Windows 8, Vista, XP and 2000
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Installation file for the 64 bit DELIB driver library.

The following operating systems are supported:

64 bit

  • Windows 11/10 x64
  • Windows 7 x64
  • Windows 8 x64
  • Windows Server 2012 x64
  • Windows Server 2008 x64
  • Windows Vista x64
  • Windows XP x64
  • Windows Server 2003 x64

Included software

  • DT-Flasher x64
    Software to update DEDITEC module to the latest version
  • DELIB Configuration Utility x64
    Set configuration of module addresses
  • DELIB Module Config x64
    Configuration of module-specific settings
  • CAN Configuration Utility x64
    Set configuration of CAN modules
  • DELIB Module Demo x64
    Enables manual switching of a module
  • DELIB Command Line Interface x64
    Enables the execution of DELIB commands in the command line
  • Watchdog Configuration Utility x64
    Set configuration of a watchdog stick
DELIB (32-bit) driver library for Windows
For Windows 11/10, Windows 7, Windows 8, Vista, XP and 2000
Download

Installation file for the 32-bit version of the DELIB driver library.

The following operating systems are compatible:
32-Bit

    • Windows 11/10
    • Windows 7
    • Windows 8
    • Windows Server 2012
    • Windows Server 2008
    • Windows Vista
    • Windows XP
    • Windows Server 2003

64-Bit

  • Windows 10 x64
  • Windows 7 x64
  • Windows 8 x64
  • Windows Server 2012 x64
  • Windows Server 2008 x64
  • Windows Vista x64
  • Windows XP x64
  • Windows Server 2003 x64

Included software

  • DT-Flasher
    Software to update DEDITEC module to the latest version
  • DELIB Configuration Utility
    Set configuration of module addresses
  • DELIB Module Config
    Configuration of module-specific settings
  • CAN Configuration Utility
    Set configuration of CAN modules
  • DELIB Module Demo
    Enables manual switching of a module
  • DELIB Command Line Interface
    Enables the execution of DELIB commands in the command line
  • Watchdog Configuration Utility
    Set configuration of a watchdog stick

Attention:

With this version of the driver library, only 32-bit applications can be created, which can then be run on 32- and 64-bit systems.

DELIB driver library for Linux (32/64-bit)
For 32/64-bit Linux distributions starting with kernel 2.6.x
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DELIB driver library for Linux distributions (32/64-bit) starting with kernel 2.6.x

This driver package includes the following components:

  • DELIB USB driver
  • DELIB Ethernet driver
  • DELIB CLI

DELIB USB driver

Supports the following products:

  • NET-Series (via USB interface)
  • RO-USB-Series
  • BS-USB-Series
  • USB-Mini-Sticks
  • USB-Watchdog
  • USB-OPTION-8 / USB-RELAIS-8
  • USB-TTL-32 / USB-TTL-64

Note:

With the standard USB driver, you can access several USB products with different module IDs (for example one RO-USB and one USB-OPTOIN-8). Therefore, no additional driver installation is required.

If you want to access several USB products with the same module ID (for example one USB-OPTOIN-8 and one USB-RELAIS-8), you have to install additionally the Linux FTDI driver. The FTDI driver can be found at http://www.ftdichip.com.

 

DELIB Ethernet driver

Supports the following products:

  • NET-Series (via Ethernet Interface)
  • RO-ETH-Series
  • RO-ETH/LC-Series
  • BS-ETH-Serie
  • ETH-OPTION-8 / ETH-RELAIS-8
  • ETH-TTL-64

DELIB CLI

With the DELIB CLI (Command Line Interface) for Linux it is possible so controll all I/O’s over the command-line.

 

DELIB - Sample-Sources - Installer (approx. 10 MB)
Sample programs for different programming languages (Also in DELIB Setup included)
Download

Sample programs for different programming languages (Also in DELIB Setup included)

  • C (Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0, Borland C)
  • C++ (Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0)
  • C# (Microsoft Visual C# 2008 to 2015)
  • Delphi (Borland Delphi 7)
  • VB (Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0)
  • VB.NET (Microsoft Visual Basic 2008 to 2015)
  • Java (Java native interface)
  • Java.dll (Ethernet protocol for ethernet products)

 


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Hardware-Updates (Firmware)
Flash files for the DT-Flasher
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The flash files can also be downloaded directly in the DT-Flasher.

This package contains firmware files for the following products:

STARTER-series:

  • USB-MINI-Sticks
  • USB-8-er Opto/Relay
  • Ethernet 8-er Opto/Relay
  • USB-TTL I/O
  • Ethernet-TTL I/O

BS-series:

  • BS-CAN Module
  • BS-ETH Module
  • BS-USB Module
  • BS-SER Module

RO-series Interfaces:

  • RO-USB
  • RO-SER
  • RO-ETH
  • RO-ETH/LC
  • RO-CAN

RO-series I/Os:

  • AD / DA Module
  • CNT8 / CNT-IGR
  • O8-R8 Time module
  • PT100
  • Stepper2

Development accessories

  • USB Controller 8
  • USB Watchdog Stick

DEDITEC driver CD

DEDITEC Driver CD with many helpful tools and manuals for commissioning your DEDITEC products.

  • DELIB driver library for Windows
  • Test and configuration software
  • Manuals
  • Data sheets
  • Example programs for C++, C#, VB, VB.Net, Delphi, LabVIEW

2 pin plug connector

Allows the power supply to be connected to the DEDITEC module

  • Type: Phoenix Contact 1783287
  • 100 % malfunction protected
  • For all conductor types from 0.2mm² to 2.5mm²

10 pol connector

Required to connect your application to the DEDITEC module

  • Type: Wago Kontakttechnik 713-1105/037-000
  • Pluggable female connector with locking mechanism
  • 100 % malfunction protected
  • 1-wire connection for all types of conductors up to 1.5mm²

 

 

  • 100% fail-safe
    CAGE CLAMP® connection

Tool for wiring connectors

Serves to open and close the clamp contacts on the Wago connectors.
  • Type: Wago Kontakttechnik 734-231

2 meter USB A/B connection cable

2 meter USB connection cable A to B.

  • Type: Plug A to plug B
  • length: 1,8m

DSUB-9 connection cable

DSUB-9 extension cable. Female to male 1,8 Meter

USB watchdog stick with 2 relays for shift operations

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This USB-WATCHDOG-STICK monitors your operating PC or server and can reset the hardware independently in case of a program crash. Simply integrate the function of the Watchdog Stick into your application. As soon as a timeout occurs and the watchdog stick is no longer periodically reset, the two relay outputs are switched through. With an appropriate connection cabling, for example, the PC reset could be activated, an external SMS modem can send warnings or a connected siren signals an alarm. With the help of our free configuration tool, you can define how the relays should switch in case of an error.

  • USB 2.0 / USB 1.1 interface
  • Watchdog function
  • Monitoring your control PC or server
  • Timeout times adjustable from 10ms to 10h
  • Windows Watchdog API
  • 2 NO contact relay (NO)
  • Connection cable with DSUB9 socket (approx. 1.8m)

Power supply 24V/2A for DIN rail mounting

The DR-4524 from Mean Well is a 48W rail mount power supply for industrial applications. It offers protection against short circuit, overload, overvoltage and overheating.

  • Input voltage range: 85V… 264V AC / 120V DC … 370V DC
  • Output voltage: 24V DC
  • Output current: 2A
  • Nominal power: 48W

2 pin plug connector

Allows the power supply to be connected to the DEDITEC module

  • Type: Phoenix Contact 1783287
  • 100 % malfunction protected
  • For all conductor types from 0.2mm² to 2.5mm²

10 pol connector

Required to connect your application to the DEDITEC module

  • Type: Wago Kontakttechnik 713-1105/037-000
  • Pluggable female connector with locking mechanism
  • 100 % malfunction protected
  • 1-wire connection for all types of conductors up to 1.5mm²

 

 

  • 100% fail-safe
    CAGE CLAMP® connection

Strain relief plate for 10 pole Wago connectors

A strain relief plate that can be mounted centrally between the conductor entries facilitates the plugging and unplugging process and allows easy access to the actuation openings even when wired.

  • Type: Wago / 713-126
  • Suitable for 10 pole female connectors with conductor connection
  • Mating and unmating aid for Wago connectors
  • Strain relief of the individual wired conductors
  • Simple assembly

Tool for wiring connectors

Serves to open and close the clamp contacts on the Wago connectors.
  • Type: Wago Kontakttechnik 734-231

DIN Rail

Top-hat rail for mounting our control technology modules.

  • Top-hat rail according to DIN EN 50022
  • Type: Phoenix Contact / 1208131
  • Dimensions in mm: 450 x 35 x 7.5 (L x W x D)

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