3.6 Field Wiring Considerations

When you use the PCI-1710/1710HG card to acquire outside data, environmental noise can seriously affect the accuracy of your mea- surements if you don’t provide any protection. The following sugges- tions will be helpful when running signal wires between signal sources and the PCI-1710/1710HG card.

•Please make sure that you have carefully routed signal cables to the card. You must separate the cabling from noise sources. Try to keep video monitors far away from the analog signal cables, because these are a common noise source in a PCI data acquisition system.

•If you want to reduce common-mode noise, try to use differential analog input connections.

•If you do not want your signals to be affected when travelling through areas with high electromagnetic interference or large magnetic fields, try the following routing techniques: Use individually shielded, twisted-pair wires to connect analog input signals to the board, i.e. the signals connected to the High and Low inputs are twisted together and covered with a shield. Finally, connect the shield only to one point at the signal source ground.

•Make sure that your signal lines do not travel through conduits, because these may contain power lines. Also, keep your signals far from electric motors, breakers or welding equipment, as these can create magnetic fields.

•Keep a reasonable distance between high-voltage (or high-current) lines and signal cables connected to the PCI-1710/1710HG card if the cables run parallel, or route signal cables at right angles to high voltage/current cables.

•In addition to outside noise, the transmitted signals themselves

can affect the card's performance. We suggest connecting signal sources to the card using the PCL-10168 shielded cable in order to avoid this kind of interference

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PCI-1710 specifications

The Advantech PCI-1710 is a highly regarded data acquisition card designed for a wide array of industrial automation and control applications. Offering a robust combination of features and technologies, it is particularly valued for its versatility and high-performance capabilities in collecting and processing analog and digital signals.

At the heart of the PCI-1710 is its 16-bit resolution, which allows for precise measurement of analog signals. This feature is essential in applications that require accurate data capture, such as process monitoring, testing, and quality control in manufacturing environments. The card provides eight single-ended analog input channels, enabling users to connect multiple sensors and transducers simultaneously for comprehensive data gathering.

One of the standout characteristics of the PCI-1710 is its flexible input range, supporting both unipolar and bipolar configurations. This adaptability makes it suitable for a myriad of applications across different industries, including automotive, aerospace, and electronics. The card can also handle a sampling rate of up to 200 kS/s, allowing for rapid data acquisition critical in dynamic environments where timing is crucial.

In addition to its analog capabilities, the PCI-1710 boasts 8 digital input and 8 digital output channels. The digital I/O functions enable the card to serve as an interface for various control and monitoring tasks, further enhancing its utility in automation systems. This integration of analog and digital features within a single card streamlines system design, reducing the need for multiple components and improving reliability.

The PCI-1710 utilizes Advantech’s powerful DAQ software and drivers, ensuring seamless integration with a variety of operating systems and development environments. The comprehensive software support allows engineers to quickly set up data acquisition tasks and execute complex control algorithms without extensive programming, making it accessible for users with varying levels of technical expertise.

In summary, the Advantech PCI-1710 is a versatile data acquisition solution that combines high resolution, flexible input options, and robust digital I/O capabilities. Its capabilities make it ideal for a wide range of applications in industrial automation, monitoring, and testing. With its combination of performance, flexibility, and user-friendly software support, the PCI-1710 remains a popular choice for engineers and developers seeking reliable data acquisition solutions.
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