DI-145 USB Data Acquisition Starter Kit - Fieldworks

DI-145 USB Data Acquisition Starter KitLow-cost, Compact USBData Acquisition Starter KitFour 10 V DifferentialAnalog Inputs protected to 150 V10-bit ResolutionUp to 240 Hz Sample Rate2 Dedicated Digital InputsProvided with WinDaq/LiteSoftwareThe DI-145 is a new product in a longline of low-cost starter kits from DATAQInstruments. Suitable for measuringpreamplified analog signals, the DI-145in tandem with the included WinDaqsoftware allows real time data acquisition,playback, and analysis performance equalto or better than other products that costten times or more than its low price. Predecessors of this instrument have been soldto over 20,000 hobbyists and professionalsfor countless data acquisition applicationsaround the world. The DI-145 continuesthis legacy with an improved interface, andnoise-cancelling differential analog inputsthat are protected to 150 VDC or peakAC. This is our toughest and most tolerantstarter kit ever.FeaturesFour Analog Input ChannelsWide OS supportConnect the DI-145 to any preamplifiedSigned drivers are provided with the DIsignal in the typical range of 5 to 10VFS. 145 that allow trouble-free installationfor Windows XP and both 32- and 64-bit10-bit ADC resolutionversions of Windows Vista and WindowsProvides 19.5 mV resolution across the7.entire DI-145 measurement range.Ruggedized InputsIncluded WinDaq/Lite softwareOur WinDaq/Lite data acquisition softwareoffers real time display and disk streamingfor the Windows environment. The realtime display can operate in a smooth scrollor triggered sweep mode of operation, andcan be scaled into any unit of measure.Noise-cancelling Analog Input Event markers with comments allow youThe DI-145 offers four analog input andto annotate your data acquisition sessionConfigurationtwo discrete (digital) input channels. Thewith descriptive information as you’reThe noise-immunity of differential inputsanalog inputs offer a fixed measurementrecording to disk. Raise your productivityminimizes the affects of common moderange of 10VFS, and are multiplexed toto new heights with WinDaq’s uniquean integrated 10-bit ADC. Both analog and noise so often encountered in industrialmultitasking feature. Record waveformmeasurements.digital inputs are protected to 150 anddata to disk in the background while 30 VDC or peak AC respectively. Samplerunning any combination of programsBuilt-in USB interfacerates as slow as 2.23 per min. and as fastin the foreground — even WinDaqThe DI-145 is provided with a built-inas 240 per sec. (divided by the numUSB interface, allowing it to be connected Playback software to review and analyzeber of enabled channels) are supported.the waveform data as it’s being stored!and run with any laptop or desktop PC.Included WinDaq software allows a realPlayback supports waveform analysistime display of any combination of analog The USB interface provides power to thechannels, and the ability to stream acquired DI-145, eliminating clumsy external power (Statistics, X-Y plots, frequency analysis)and the ability to export data to Microsoftsupplies.data to disk in recorder-like fashion. TheExcel. WinDaq/Lite recording andDI-145’s two digital inputs are dedicatedfor remote stop/start and remote event op- Backward-compatible with DI- playback software is provided free withevery DI-145 purchase. See the WinDaqerations using WinDaq software. WinDaq 194RS ProtocolOEM software that was written to support Multimedia Tutorial for more information.also includes software to review recordedDownload software for the DI-145 atthe DI-194RS protocol will work with thedata files, including waveform analysiswww.dataq.com/145.and data file export to Microsoft Excel and DI-145 in its special DI-194RS emulationmode.other applications.All four DI-145 analog inputs and bothdiscrete inputs are protected to 150 VDCor peak AC. Accidents that happen arequickly forgiven.DATAQ Instruments, Inc. 241 Springside Drive Akron, Ohio 44333 Tel: 330-668-1444 www.dataq.com

DI-145 Close-upRemote Event push-buttonTrigger events either from the remote event inputs(through WinDaq software) or by pushing this button.LED IndicationPower LED indicates power is applied.Active LED indicates the device is recording to disk.Digital LED indicates use of a digital input.BulkheadMounting EarsBulkheadMounting EarsMini-B USB connectionAnalog In Channels 1-4 10VFS, 150V Max.ReservedNo ConnectionDigital In ChannelsFor Remote Start/Stop using WinDaqScrew terminals for signal inputsDimensional Drawing1.612"Ø 0.200"(2 www.dataq.com

DI-145 Block g InTypical 4 placesEEPROM(Calibration,Model #,Serial #)½Vref VEventAnalog In 2General Purpose I/OSPI PortAnalog In 4AIN4Digital In 0DIN0(Remote Events)General Purpose I/OAnalog In 3AIN3AVR32 CPU VRemoteActive VPowerVRegADCUSBVBusUSBAIN2ATMEL Microcontroller V100pf47KDIN1(RemoteStart/Stop)Panel47K4.7KVBias (½VCC)Digital InTypical 2 placesPanelwww.dataq.com3330-668-1444

Included WinDaq/Lite Recording Software (click on graphics for close-up views)SetupCalibrateRecordAnnotateDouble-click and enter the channels you want to acquire into the Define calibration per channel to display waveform values inWinDaq scan list. Click to select signal averaging, true RMS, fre- meaningful units such as psi, F or C, amps, rpm, watts, horsequency, and peak or valley detection per channel. Click to define power — any unit of measure you need.a single to 4-channel display — either triggered sweep (oscilloscope-like) or scrolling (chart recorder-like). Click again to definea sample rate ranging from less than 2.23 samples per minute to240 samples per second.Choose a continuous waveform recording mode or the triggeredmode with selectable trigger level, slope, and post-trigger times.WinDaq automatically time- and date-stamps, then streamsacquired data to disk — record as much data as you need. At thesame time, WinDaq supplies a real-time graphical display of anyor all channels so you always know where you are and whereyou’re going.330-668-1444Of course, you can label any channel with text that describesit — “Motor 1,” “Engine speed,” “Vertical position,” etc. ButWinDaq also allows you to supply commented event markerswhile you record — “Beginning test phase 1,” “Small vibrationsnoticed,” “Starting cool-down cycle,” etc. Your comments andour acquired data combine to form a complete diary of your dataacquisition session.4www.dataq.com

Included WinDaq Playback SoftwareMultitaskPlaybackRecording is only half the solution. WinDaq’s Waveform Browserplayback software allows you to graphically manipulate waveforms in ways you’ve never seen on a PC. Compress an entirerecording to one screen-width for a bird’s eye view, then expandaround an area of interest for a closer look. Use the cursor tomeasure amplitudes and timing with precision. Move to any eventmarker with the click of a mouse button.AnalyzeExportWaveform interpretation is easy with our built-in analysis functions. Apply frequency and filtering analysis with the WinDaqWaveform Browser FFT and DFT functions. Analyze any rangeof waveform data with the statistics function. Use X-Y plotting toexamine the relationship of one channel to another. Optional Advanced CODAS analysis functions allow waveform peak detection, integration, differentiation, arithmetic operations, and more.www.dataq.comDouble your productivity and let WinDaq record while you reviewlast week’s results from your spreadsheet, or compose a memowith your word processor. You can even play back data alreadystored to disk while you’re still recording.The WinDaq Waveform Browser can export any range of datato your spreadsheet, or any other analysis or presentation package you use. You can even copy a graphical image displayed bythe WinDaq Waveform Browser and paste it directly into a wordprocessing document. Finally, export any range of waveformgraphics to your printer for a hard copy record.5330-668-1444

Typical DI-145 ApplicationsReplace Traditional Chart RecordersDigitize and record measurements from instruments with high-level analog outputs.EquipmentPCModel DI-145-Model DI-145Event Data Acquisition Starter KitPowerDownload softwareat dataq.com/145Activewww.dataq.comRemoteAnalog inputs ( 10 VFS, 150 V max.)Ch4Ch1Ch2Ch3Analog Out - - - ReservedRemote ControlEventRecord- - - 10VFSUSB Cable(3 more analog input channels as needed)Any Windows-compatible computersee specifications for supportedOperating SystemsExamples of “Equipment” above include gas chromatographs, liquid chromatographs, spectrometers, bio-amplifiers*, etc.* DATAQ Instruments’ hardware and software products are NOT designed to be used in the diagnosis and treatment of humans, nor are they to be used as critical components in any lifesupport systems whose failure to perform can reasonably be expected to cause significant injury to humans.Amplified Transducer MonitorConnect directly to and record the output of amplified voltage- or current-mode transducers.Model DI-145EventPowerActivePC-- - --R250*Analog inputs ( 10 VFS, 150 V max.)Ch4Ch1Ch2Ch3 RemotePowerReserved -Download softwareat dataq.com/145-Remote ControlEventRecord *Model R250 resistor required for 4-20mA outputs**Typical Transducer/Sensor above includes pressure, load, torque, etc.Model DI-145-Data Acquisition Starter Kit www.dataq.com-Transducer/Sensor**USB CableAny Windows-compatible computersee specifications for supportedOperating SystemsTypical Transducer/Sensors above include pressure, load, torque, Etc.330-668-14446www.dataq.com

Typical DI-145 Applications (continued)Process MonitoringTrend plot and record control and feedback signals to troubleshoot process glitches.Control and Feedback Signals( V, 4-20mA*)PLCProcessPCModel DI-145EventData Acquisition Starter KitPowerDownload softwareat dataq.com/145Activewww.dataq.comRemoteAnalog inputs ( 10 VFS, 150 V max.)Ch4Ch1Ch2Ch3 - - - ReservedRemote ControlEventRecord- - -USB CableModel DI-145*Model R250 resistor required for 4-20mA outputsAny Windows-compatible computersee specifications for supportedOperating SystemsRemote Control Close UpThe DI-145 supports several methods to increase measurement flexibility and data record interpretation. The remote record featureallows you to synchronize WinDaq recordings to external processes by remotely enabling and disabling WinDaq’s stream-to-diskfeature. Remote events allow you to insert an event marker in the data stream (see inset) to identify when an event occurred relative torecorded waveform activity. Events can be activated by the pushbutton on the DI-145 enclosure, though a keyboard keystroke (whichalso allows you to record a description), or remotely via the remote event input. The stream-to-disk function can also be controlledthrough the keyboard, or through the remote record input. Valid remote record and event signals are switch closures, or discrete levelswith a maximum input of 30 V and a threshold of 1.8 V.Event MarkerTTLModel DI-145Event30V MaxData Acquisition Starter KitPower0VReservedNC NC NCSwitch Closurewww.dataq.com1.8V Threshold- Remote ControlEventRecord TTL orSwitchClosure-www.dataq.com7330-668-1444