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API-CNT(PC)W95

Windows device driver (Win95) for CNT24-4
  • Hersteller Contec
  • Kategorie: Contec Driver, Software
  • The CONTEC API‑CNT(PC)W95 is a dedicated Windows 95‑compliant device driver designed to enable full functionality of CONTEC’s CNT24‑4 series counter input boards. It is part of the API‑PAC family of driver libraries that provide unified, high‑performance access to CONTEC’s industrial measurement and control hardware. The driver allows developers to integrate counter and timer functions into custom Windows‑based applications using standard programming languages and development environments.
- Windows 95 Compatibility: Fully compliant with Microsoft Windows 95, ensuring stable operation on legacy industrial systems.
- Supported Hardware: Provides complete driver support for CNT24‑4(PCI) and CNT24‑4(PC) counter boards.
- Unified API Architecture: Part of the API‑PAC(W32) and API‑PAC(98/PC) driver family, offering consistent function calls across analog, digital, counter, and communication modules.
- High‑Speed Counter Control: Enables precise counting, timing, and event measurement functions for up to 24‑bit or 32‑bit counter channels depending on the board model.
- Multi‑Board Control: Supports up to 16 boards simultaneously, allowing large‑scale data acquisition or motion control systems.
- Event‑Driven Operation: Provides interrupt‑based event handling for efficient foreground and background data collection.
- Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities: Includes setup and diagnostic programs for verifying hardware installation, driver status, and board functionality.
- Sample Programs and Libraries: Comes with example source code in multiple programming languages to accelerate application development.
- LabVIEW and Visual Studio Integration: Compatible with National Instruments LabVIEW and Microsoft Visual Basic/C++ environments through the API‑PAC interface.
- Free Distribution and Updates: Provided free of charge with CONTEC hardware; updates and documentation available via CONTEC’s global portal.

Ursprungsland: Japan

Comprehensive Product Summary – CONTEC API‑CNT(PC)W95 Windows 95 Device Driver for CNT24‑4 Series




### 1. Product Overview

Product Name: API‑CNT(PC)W95
Article Number: API‑CNT(PC)W95
Series: API‑PAC(98/PC)W95 Driver Library
Manufacturer: CONTEC Co., Ltd.
Product Type: Windows 95 device driver for counter input boards
Supported Hardware: CONTEC CNT24‑4(PCI) and CNT24‑4(PC) counter boards

The CONTEC API‑CNT(PC)W95 is a dedicated Windows 95‑compliant device driver designed to enable full functionality of CONTEC’s CNT24‑4 series counter input boards. It is part of the API‑PAC family of driver libraries that provide unified, high‑performance access to CONTEC’s industrial measurement and control hardware. The driver allows developers to integrate counter and timer functions into custom Windows‑based applications using standard programming languages and development environments.




### 2. Key Features

- Windows 95 Compatibility: Fully compliant with Microsoft Windows 95, ensuring stable operation on legacy industrial systems.
- Supported Hardware: Provides complete driver support for CNT24‑4(PCI) and CNT24‑4(PC) counter boards.
- Unified API Architecture: Part of the API‑PAC(W32) and API‑PAC(98/PC) driver family, offering consistent function calls across analog, digital, counter, and communication modules.
- High‑Speed Counter Control: Enables precise counting, timing, and event measurement functions for up to 24‑bit or 32‑bit counter channels depending on the board model.
- Multi‑Board Control: Supports up to 16 boards simultaneously, allowing large‑scale data acquisition or motion control systems.
- Event‑Driven Operation: Provides interrupt‑based event handling for efficient foreground and background data collection.
- Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities: Includes setup and diagnostic programs for verifying hardware installation, driver status, and board functionality.
- Sample Programs and Libraries: Comes with example source code in multiple programming languages to accelerate application development.
- LabVIEW and Visual Studio Integration: Compatible with National Instruments LabVIEW and Microsoft Visual Basic/C++ environments through the API‑PAC interface.
- Free Distribution and Updates: Provided free of charge with CONTEC hardware; updates and documentation available via CONTEC’s global portal.




### 3. Technical Specifications

| Parameter | Specification |
|----------------|-------------------|
| Supported Boards | CNT24‑4(PCI), CNT24‑4D(PCI), CNT32‑8M(PCI), CNT24‑4(PC), CNT32‑4MT(CB) |
| Bus Interface | PCI, ISA, PC Card (depending on model) |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 95 |
| Driver Type | 32‑bit Windows device driver (DLL‑based API) |
| Maximum Boards Controlled | 16 boards per system |
| Maximum Channels | Up to 256 counter channels (depending on board configuration) |
| Counter Resolution | 24‑bit or 32‑bit (board dependent) |
| Event Handling | Interrupt‑driven, supports count match, overflow, and timer interrupts |
| Timer Functions | Programmable interval timers, one‑shot pulse generation, event timing |
| Data Transfer | Supports DMA and FIFO buffering (board dependent) |
| Compliance | IEEE‑488.2 command structure for compatible boards |
| Installation Media | Included with CONTEC PCI/PC boards or downloadable from www.contec.com |
| File Format | Dynamic Link Library (DLL) and configuration utility executables |
| Language Support | Visual C++, Visual Basic, Borland C++ Builder, Delphi, LabVIEW |
| Documentation | Online help files, HTML function reference, and printed manuals |

Physical dimensions and weight are not applicable as this is a software driver package.




### 4. Functionality

The API‑CNT(PC)W95 driver provides a software interface between Windows 95 applications and CONTEC’s CNT24‑4 series counter boards. It exposes a set of API functions that allow developers to perform the following operations:

- Counter Input: Read current count values from specified channels.
- Preset Configuration: Set initial count or preset values for each channel.
- Event Detection: Generate interrupts or messages when count matches, overflows, or timer events occur.
- Timer Control: Configure one‑shot or periodic timers with user‑defined intervals.
- Pulse Output: Define output pulse width and timing for control applications.
- Status Monitoring: Retrieve status register values and diagnostic information for each channel.
- Multi‑Board Management: Address and control multiple boards concurrently within a single application.

Use Cases and Applications:

- Industrial automation and process control
- Motion control systems using encoders or stepper motors
- Event counting and frequency measurement
- Production line monitoring and machine feedback systems
- Laboratory instrumentation and data acquisition setups

Compatibility:

- Fully compatible with CONTEC’s API‑PAC(W32) unified driver framework.
- Can be used alongside other API‑PAC modules (AIO, DIO, GPIB, SIO, SMC, TIMER) for integrated measurement and control systems.
- Supports integration with LabVIEW via VI‑DAQ or API‑GPLV(W32) for hybrid analog/digital/counter applications.




### 5. Components & Accessories

Included Items:

- API‑CNT(PC)W95 driver software package (installation files)
- Setup utility for Windows 95
- Diagnostic utility for hardware and driver verification
- Sample programs demonstrating counter and timer operations
- API function library (DLL) and header files
- Documentation (Help files, function reference, and user manual)

Optional Add‑Ons:

- VI‑DAQ LabVIEW‑compliant VI library for analog/digital/counter integration
- API‑GPLV(W32) GPIB driver for LabVIEW communication modules
- COM‑DRV(W32) serial communication driver for RS‑232C modules
- API‑TIMER(W32) high‑precision timer driver for microsecond‑level timing
- API‑TOOL Configuration utility (Ver. 4.10 or later) for automatic board detection

Connectors and Interfaces:
As a software product, physical connectors are determined by the supported hardware (CNT24‑4(PCI) or CNT24‑4(PC) boards).




### 6. Installation & Setup

System Requirements:

- Operating System: Microsoft Windows 95
- Hardware: CONTEC CNT24‑4(PCI) or CNT24‑4(PC) counter board installed in the system
- CPU: Intel Pentium‑class or higher
- Memory: Minimum 32 MB RAM (recommended 64 MB or more)
- Disk Space: Approximately 10 MB for installation

Installation Procedure:

1. Insert the provided installation media or download the driver package from CONTEC’s website.
2. Run the Setup Program included with API‑PAC(W32).
3. Select the target board (CNT24‑4(PCI) or CNT24‑4(PC)) from the list.
4. The installer automatically registers the appropriate DLLs and configuration files.
5. Reboot the system to complete driver initialization.
6. Use the API‑TOOL Configuration utility to verify board detection and assign logical device numbers.
7. Execute the Diagnostic Program to confirm proper communication between the driver and hardware.

Configuration Options:

- Board address and interrupt level settings (for ISA models)
- Counter mode selection (up/down, quadrature, event count)
- Timer interval and pulse width parameters
- Event message enable/disable
- Preset and reset conditions

Mounting Options:
Not applicable (software only). Hardware installation follows the CNT24‑4 board manual.




### 7. Performance & Capabilities

- Speed and Responsiveness: Optimized for real‑time counter operations under Windows 95, supporting high‑frequency event counting and precise timing.
- Capacity: Up to 16 boards and 256 channels can be managed concurrently.
- Efficiency: Event‑driven architecture minimizes CPU load by using interrupts rather than polling.
- Data Integrity: Supports DMA and FIFO buffering on compatible boards to ensure reliable data transfer.
- Scalability: Unified API structure allows seamless migration to newer operating systems (Windows 98/NT/2000/XP) using corresponding API‑CNT(98/PC)NT or API‑CNT(W32) versions.
- Limitations:
- Designed exclusively for Windows 95; not supported on Windows NT or later without updated drivers.
- Requires CONTEC hardware; not compatible with third‑party counter boards.
- Cannot be used simultaneously with API‑GPIB(98/PC) on the same hardware due to resource conflicts.




### 8. Standards & Compliance

- Operating System Compliance: Microsoft Windows 95 32‑bit driver model
- Hardware Interface Standards:
- PCI Local Bus Specification 2.1 (for CNT24‑4(PCI))
- ISA Bus Standard (for CNT24‑4(PC))
- Software Architecture: Win32 API‑compliant DLL interface
- Programming Language Support:
- Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0/5.0/4.0
- Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0/5.0/4.x/2.0
- Visual Basic .NET 2003/2002
- Visual C# .NET 2003/2002
- Borland C++ Builder 6.0/5.0
- Borland Delphi 6.0/5.0/4.0
- National Instruments LabVIEW 7.1/7.0/6.1/6i/5.x
- Regulatory Compliance:
- IEEE‑488.2 command compatibility for supported communication boards
- Plug‑and‑Play compliant for PCI devices
- Conforms to CONTEC’s internal quality and reliability standards for industrial automation software




### 9. Additional Information

Warranty and Licensing:
API‑CNT(PC)W95 is provided free of charge with the purchase of compatible CONTEC hardware. It is licensed for use with CONTEC boards only and may not be redistributed independently. Standard CONTEC software warranty applies, covering defects in media and installation support.

Technical Support:
- Website: [https://www.contec.com](https://www.contec.com)
- Driver Library Portal: [https://www.contec.com/apipac/](https://www.contec.com/apipac/)
- LabVIEW Support: [https://www.contec.com/vidaq/](https://www.contec.com/vidaq/)
- GPIB Driver Support: [https://www.contec.com/gplv/](https://www.contec.com/gplv/)

Maintenance and Updates:
- Free downloads of the latest driver versions and sample programs are available from CONTEC’s API‑TOOL Developer’s Site.
- Updated documentation and compatibility lists are periodically released to support new hardware revisions.
- Users are encouraged to check the global portal for the latest API‑PAC(W32) and API‑CNT driver updates.

Integration with Other CONTEC Software:

| Software Module | Purpose | Compatibility |
|----------------------|-------------|-------------------|
| API‑AIO(98/PC)W95 | Analog I/O driver | Integrates analog input/output with counter functions |
| API‑DIO(98/PC)W95 | Digital I/O driver | Enables synchronized digital and counter operations |
| API‑SIO(98/PC)W95 | Serial communication driver | Adds RS‑232C communication to counter systems |
| API‑GPIB(98/PC)W95 | GPIB communication driver | Provides IEEE‑488 control for instrumentation |
| API‑SMC(98/PC)W95 | Motor control driver | Allows coordinated motion control with counter feedback |
| API‑TIMER(W32) | High‑precision timer | Enhances timing accuracy for measurement applications |

Documentation and Learning Resources:

- Comprehensive function reference manual (HTML and PDF)
- Example source code for Visual Basic, C/C++, and Delphi
- Diagnostic and configuration guides
- Online FAQs and developer forums

Support Lifecycle:
Although designed for Windows 95, the API‑CNT(PC)W95 remains supported for legacy industrial systems. For modern environments, CONTEC recommends migrating to API‑CNT(W32) or API‑CNT(LNX) for Windows XP/2000 or Linux platforms respectively.




### Summary

The CONTEC API‑CNT(PC)W95 driver is a robust, Windows 95‑compliant software component that enables precise counter and timer control for CONTEC’s CNT24‑4 series boards. As part of the API‑PAC unified driver architecture, it provides a consistent programming interface across multiple hardware types, simplifying the development of industrial measurement, automation, and control applications. With comprehensive language support, diagnostic utilities, and free updates, API‑CNT(PC)W95 remains a reliable solution for maintaining and developing legacy Windows 95‑based data acquisition systems.

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