AutomationDirect
H2-CTRIO
1-800-633-0405
The H2-CTRIO is our new High Speed I/O module for DL205 control systems. It will work with the D2-240 and D2-250 CPUs, all versions of the H2-EBC, the H2-PBC,  and all versions of the WinPLCs.

The module has four counter / timer input resources that can be independently configured in a wide variety of ways. Here are some of the more popular configurations available:

  • 2 quadrature inputs, each with an external reset and a count inhibit
  • 4 high speed up or down counters, each with an external reset
  • 4 Pulse Catch Inputs that can capture a pulses as small as 25µSec
  • 4 Edge Triggered Timers that calculate elapsed time between pulses from the same input at 1 µSec resolution
  • 2 Dual Edge Timers that calculate elapsed time between pulses from different inputs at 1 µSec resolution

The module also has 4 outputs that can be independently configured. They can be setup as either simple discrete outputs that are controlled by preset tables in the CTRIO, or they can be setup as pulse outputs suitable for stepper motor control. Here are a couple of ways they can be configured:

  • 4 discrete outputs 
  • 2 pulse train outputs for stepper motor control. You can define pulse train output profiles as trapezoids, S-curves (symmetrical or asymmetrical ), or dynamic positioning. 

The CTRIO Workbench uses a graphical interface to setup the different operational modes. You'll simply use the configuration dialogs to define the inputs, outputs and tables the way you want and the tool will write the settings to the module's FLASH memory. There's even a diagnostic and testing interface (Monitor I/O) that lets you check out your wiring and setup!

Depending on the configuration, the CTRIO can automatically compute some values based on the incoming pulses, e.g. RPM, acceleration, etc. These values are computed as part of the module's normal operation and are available to the controlling CPU as often as needed.

The cool thing is that you can't create a configuration that won't work, CTRIO Workbench tool won't let you define operational parameters that are incompatible. Here's a few screen shots of the configuration dialogs:

   


Specifications:
Module Type Intelligent
Modules per CPU 
( limited only by power consumption )
D2-240 - 6
D2-250 - 5
H2-EBC - 5
H2-EBC-F - 4
H2-WPLC - 4
Power Consumption 400mA Max @ +5VDC
Slot Placement Restrictions WinPLC - None
EBC - Not in Slot 0
DL240 / DL250 - Not in Slot 0
Operating Environment 0 - 60 ºC (32 – 140 ºF)
5% to 95% humidity (non-condensing)
Module Inputs

Sink or Source

Max Frequency 100kHz
Minimum Pulse Width 5 µSec
Input Voltage

9 - 30VDC @ 5-12mA *

Max Voltage Drop

0.3V
Off Voltage Blocking  36VDC
OFF to ON Response <1 µSec
ON to OFF Response < 1 µSec
Module Outputs

Configured as Discrete:
   Sink or Source, electrically isolated **

Configured as Pulse:
   2 Channels
   20Hz - 25kHz
   pulse & direction  or  CW & CCW
thermal, over-voltage and over-current protected
Voltage Range

5-36VDC

Max Current   1A / point ***
Max Leakage Current 150µA at 36VDC

Max Voltage Drop

0.3V
Off Voltage Blocking 36VDC
OFF to ON Response <3 µSec
ON to OFF Response < 3 µSec

  * Nominal range is 8mA @ 24VDC, OFF below 3VDC @ 3mA, ON above 9VDC
 ** channel-to-channel isolation can be jumper disabled to save wiring time
*** outputs can be paralleled for higher current rating


Utilities:

CTRIO Workbench

 March 2002   (~1.06Mb)
Release 1.1 Beta fixes some Workbench startup problems when used under Windows XP. 

NOTE: If you are using the CTRIO module with Automationdirect.com PLCs (D2-240 / D2-250), you MUST already have DirectSOFT32 3.0c installed. You will also need to apply the latest software upgrade service pack 71 or above

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