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PCIe-9842

PCIe*4 AD Card 200MS/s 14bit 1*Chan 16k FIFO
  • Manufacturer Adlink Technology Inc.
  • Category: A/D High Speed PCIe
  • The ADLINK PCIe-9842 is a high-performance single-channel analog-to-digital (AD) conversion card designed for high-speed signal acquisition applications. It integrates a 14-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) capable of sampling rates up to 200 mega-samples per second (MS/s) and provides a 100 MHz analog input bandwidth. The device connects to host systems via a PCI Express x4 interface, enabling sustained data throughput up to 400 MB/s.
- High-Speed Sampling: Up to 200 MS/s sampling rate for precise waveform capture.
- High Resolution: 14-bit ADC resolution (1 in 16,384) for accurate signal representation.
- Input Range & Impedance: ±1 V input range, 50 Ω input impedance, DC coupling.
- Wide Bandwidth: 100 MHz (-3 dB) analog input bandwidth for high-frequency signal acquisition.
- PCI Express x4 Interface: High-speed data transfer with dedicated bandwidth up to 400 MB/s.
- Scatter-Gather DMA: Efficient, continuous data streaming without CPU overhead.
- Triggering Options: Supports software and external digital triggers; programmable polarity and pulse width.
- Auto-Calibration: Onboard reference circuit for automatic offset and gain calibration.
- Auxiliary Digital I/O: 8-bit static DIO or 2-bit synchronous digital input (SDI) for mixed-signal applications.
- Software Support: Compatible with Windows and Linux; drivers for LabVIEW, MATLAB, and DAQPilot.
- Compact PCIe Form Factor: Standard short-length PCIe card (106.7 mm x 174.6 mm).
- Environmental Robustness: Operates from 0°C to +50°C, 10–90% RH non-condensing.
- Certifications: CE and FCC Class A compliant for EMC/EMI standards.

Country of origin: Taiwan R.O.C.

Customs tariff number: 8473 3020 000

Comprehensive Product Summary – ADLINK PCIe-9842 High-Speed PCI Express Digitizer




### 1. Product Overview

Product Name: PCIe-9842
Model: PCIe-9842
Series: High-Speed PCI Express Digitizers
Article Number: PCIe-9842
Manufacturer: ADLINK Technology Inc.
Product Category: PCI Express (PCIe) Data Acquisition / Digitizer Card
Product Type: 200 MS/s, 14-bit, 1-Channel High-Speed PCIe Digitizer

The ADLINK PCIe-9842 is a high-performance single-channel analog-to-digital (AD) conversion card designed for high-speed signal acquisition applications. It integrates a 14-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) capable of sampling rates up to 200 mega-samples per second (MS/s) and provides a 100 MHz analog input bandwidth. The device connects to host systems via a PCI Express x4 interface, enabling sustained data throughput up to 400 MB/s.




### 2. Key Features

- High-Speed Sampling: Up to 200 MS/s sampling rate for precise waveform capture.
- High Resolution: 14-bit ADC resolution (1 in 16,384) for accurate signal representation.
- Input Range & Impedance: ±1 V input range, 50 Ω input impedance, DC coupling.
- Wide Bandwidth: 100 MHz (-3 dB) analog input bandwidth for high-frequency signal acquisition.
- PCI Express x4 Interface: High-speed data transfer with dedicated bandwidth up to 400 MB/s.
- Scatter-Gather DMA: Efficient, continuous data streaming without CPU overhead.
- Triggering Options: Supports software and external digital triggers; programmable polarity and pulse width.
- Auto-Calibration: Onboard reference circuit for automatic offset and gain calibration.
- Auxiliary Digital I/O: 8-bit static DIO or 2-bit synchronous digital input (SDI) for mixed-signal applications.
- Software Support: Compatible with Windows and Linux; drivers for LabVIEW, MATLAB, and DAQPilot.
- Compact PCIe Form Factor: Standard short-length PCIe card (106.7 mm x 174.6 mm).
- Environmental Robustness: Operates from 0°C to +50°C, 10–90% RH non-condensing.
- Certifications: CE and FCC Class A compliant for EMC/EMI standards.




### 3. Technical Specifications

Analog Input
- Channels: 1 single-ended channel
- Connector Type: SMA screw-type
- Input Impedance: 50 Ω ± 2%
- Input Coupling: DC
- Input Range: ±1.0 V
- Overvoltage Protection: ±5 V
- ADC Resolution: 14-bit (1 in 16,384)
- Offset Error: ±1 mV
- Gain Error: ±0.5% of input
- Bandwidth (-3 dB): 100 MHz

Timebase
- Clock Source: Internal onboard oscillator
- Frequency: 200 MHz
- Sampling Rate Range: 200 MS/s to 3.05175 kS/s
- Timebase Accuracy: ±25 ppm

Trigger System
- Trigger Sources: Software or external digital trigger
- Trigger Modes: Post-trigger, delay-trigger, re-trigger
- External Trigger Input: 3.3 V TTL (5 V tolerant), 50 Ω impedance
- Input High Threshold: 2.0 V; Input Low Threshold: 0.8 V
- Minimum Pulse Width: 20 ns
- Trigger Output: 5 V TTL, programmable polarity, pulse width (50 ns–10 µs ±10 ns)
- Output Drive Capability: 50 Ω load

Auxiliary Digital I/O (AUX DIO)
- Function: 8-bit static DIO or 2-bit synchronous digital input (SDI)
- Compatibility: 3.3 V TTL
- Input High (VIH): ≥2.0 V; Input Low (VIL): ≤0.8 V
- Output High (VOH): ≥2.4 V; Output Low (VOL): ≤0.2 V
- Output Drive: ±12 mA
- Data Transfer: Polling (DIO) or DMA (SDI)

Onboard Memory & Reference
- Memory: 16 K samples FIFO buffer
- Data Transfer: Scatter-Gather DMA
- Reference Voltage: +5.000 V
- Temperature Drift: < ±5 ppm/°C
- Recommended Warm-Up: 15 minutes

Physical & Environmental
- Dimensions: 106.7 mm (H) × 174.6 mm (W)
- Bus Interface: PCI Express x4
- Connectors: 3 × SMA (Analog In, Trigger In, Trigger Out)
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to +50°C
- Storage Temperature: -20°C to +80°C
- Humidity: 10–90% RH non-condensing

Power Requirements
- +12 V Rail: 222 mA (full load)
- +3.3 V Rail: 1.21 A (full load)

Certifications
- EMC/EMI: CE, FCC Class A
- Standards: EN55022, EN55024, IEC 61000-4 series




### 4. Functionality

The PCIe-9842 digitizer converts analog signals into high-resolution digital data for analysis and processing. It is optimized for high-speed, single-channel acquisition tasks such as radar signal capture, optical testing, and scientific measurement.

Operation Principle:
1. The analog input signal enters through the SMA connector and passes through a 50 Ω termination and anti-aliasing filter.
2. The 14-bit ADC samples the signal at up to 200 MS/s.
3. The digitized data is temporarily stored in the onboard FIFO buffer (16 K samples).
4. Data is transferred to host memory via PCIe x4 using Scatter-Gather DMA for continuous streaming.
5. Trigger events (software or external) initiate acquisition sequences.

Use Cases:
- Radar and LIDAR signal acquisition
- Optical fiber testing and interferometry
- Physics and scientific research experiments
- Cable fault detection and partial discharge monitoring
- IF signal spectrum analysis

Compatibility:
- Operating Systems: Windows 7/Vista/XP, Linux
- Software Environments: VB.NET, VC.NET, C++, Delphi, MATLAB, LabVIEW
- Drivers: WD-DASK (Windows), WD-DASK/X (Linux), DAQPilot (Windows/LabVIEW), DAQ-MTLB (MATLAB)




### 5. Components & Accessories

Included Items:
- PCIe-9842 Digitizer Card
- ADLINK All-in-One Software CD
- Software Installation Guide
- User’s Manual

Optional Accessories:
- DIN-20P-01 Terminal Board: 20-pin ribbon connector with DIN-rail mounting (cables not included).

Connectors:
- CH0 (Analog Input): SMA connector for ±1 V analog signal input.
- TRG IN (Trigger Input): SMA connector for external digital trigger (3.3 V TTL).
- TRG OUT (Trigger Output): SMA connector for digital trigger output (5 V TTL).
- AUX DIO Port: 16-pin header for 8-bit DIO or 2-bit SDI.

Indicator LEDs:
- LED1 (Green): Card registration status (ON = active, OFF = released).
- LED2 (Blue): Acquisition status (BLINK = active acquisition, OFF = stopped).




### 6. Installation & Setup

Requirements:
- Available PCI Express x4 slot (compatible with x8/x16 slots).
- Anti-static handling equipment (wrist strap, mat).
- Phillips and flat-head screwdrivers.

Installation Steps:
1. Power off the host system and disconnect from power.
2. Remove the chassis cover and locate an available PCIe slot.
3. Insert the PCIe-9842 card firmly into the slot.
4. Secure the card with a screw.
5. Replace the chassis cover and reconnect power.
6. Install drivers and software from the ADLINK All-in-One CD.

Configuration:
- Use DAQMaster for device management and configuration.
- Use DAQPilot for task-oriented setup and programming.
- Calibration constants are automatically loaded from EEPROM at startup.




### 7. Performance & Capabilities

Sampling Performance:
- Maximum Sampling Rate: 200 MS/s
- Minimum Sampling Rate: 3.05175 kS/s (via scan interval counter)
- Dynamic Range: 14-bit resolution
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): Up to 70 dB with 10 MHz sine input

Data Throughput:
- Sustained Transfer Rate: 400 MB/s via PCIe x4
- DMA Transfer: Scatter-Gather mode for large, continuous data blocks
- FIFO Buffer: 16 K samples for temporary data storage

Triggering Performance:
- Minimum Trigger Pulse Width: 20 ns
- Programmable Trigger Polarity: Rising or falling edge
- Delay Trigger Range: 1 to 65,536 timebase periods
- Re-Trigger Capability: Supports multiple trigger events without CPU intervention

Auxiliary I/O Performance:
- Synchronous Digital Input Rate: Up to 200 Mbit/s (2-bit SDI)
- Static DIO: 8-bit configurable input/output lines

Limitations:
- Single-channel input only (no simultaneous multi-channel acquisition).
- ±1 V input range fixed (no programmable gain).
- Limited onboard memory (16 K samples) – relies on DMA streaming for large datasets.




### 8. Standards & Compliance

Regulatory Compliance:
- CE Marking: Conforms to European EMC Directive.
- FCC Class A: Complies with FCC Part 15 Subpart B for industrial environments.
- EMC/EMI Standards:
- EN55022, EN55024
- EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3
- IEC 61000-4-2 (ESD), -4-3 (Radiated Immunity), -4-4 (EFT), -4-5 (Surge), -4-6 (Conducted Immunity), -4-8 (Magnetic Field), -4-11 (Voltage Dips).

Environmental Standards:
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to +50°C
- Storage Temperature: -20°C to +80°C
- Humidity: 10–90% RH non-condensing

Safety Compliance:
- Designed for installation in grounded, static-free environments.
- Requires anti-static precautions during handling.




### 9. Additional Information

Calibration & Maintenance:
- Factory-calibrated with constants stored in EEPROM (Bank 0).
- User-defined calibration banks (1–3) available for self-calibration.
- Auto-calibration compensates for offset and gain errors using onboard reference.
- Recommended warm-up time: 15 minutes before calibration.

Warranty & Support:
- Manufacturer: ADLINK Technology Inc.
- Global Support Centers:
- Taiwan (HQ): +886-2-8226-5877, service@adlinktech.com
- USA: +1-408-360-0200, info@adlinktech.com
- Europe (Germany): +49-211-495-5552, emea@adlinktech.com
- China, Japan, Korea, Singapore, India: Regional offices available.

Software & Updates:
- Drivers: WD-DASK, WD-DASK/X, DAQPilot, DAQ-MTLB.
- Utilities: DAQMaster for configuration, DAQPilot for application development.
- Updates: Available via ADLINK website (www.adlinktech.com).

Maintenance Recommendations:
- Avoid exposure to moisture, dust, or high temperature.
- Store in anti-static packaging when not in use.
- Periodically recalibrate to maintain measurement accuracy.

Safety Notes:
- Handle only in ESD-protected environments.
- Disconnect power before installation or removal.
- Do not attempt to repair; contact authorized ADLINK service centers.




### Summary

The ADLINK PCIe-9842 is a precision-engineered, high-speed PCI Express digitizer optimized for single-channel, high-resolution data acquisition. With a 14-bit ADC operating at up to 200 MS/s, a 100 MHz analog bandwidth, and a robust PCIe x4 interface, it delivers exceptional performance for demanding applications such as radar, LIDAR, and optical testing. Its combination of auto-calibration, scatter-gather DMA, and flexible triggering ensures reliable, continuous data capture with minimal CPU load.

Designed for integration into research, industrial, and scientific systems, the PCIe-9842 offers a balance of speed, accuracy, and stability, backed by ADLINK’s global support and compliance with international standards.
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