KineticSystems releases new CompactPCI/PXI digital input/output module
JULY 12--KineticSystems (Lockport, IL;www.kscorp.com) is offering its new digital input/output module, the CP387, a single-width, 6U, CompactPCI/PXI module with up to 256 digital input/output channels. The device joins the KineticSystems family of data-acquisition and automated-test-equipment products for the CompactPCI/PXI, VXI, and stand-alone DAQ platforms.
The CP387 base-board provides 128 TTL level digital I/O channels. Additional expansion up to 128 digital channels is provided by four mezzanine card sites. These sites can be populated with an assortment of I/O options such as isolated input, isolated output, relay output, ac switch output or differential I/O to extend the capability of the CP387. The mezzanine card concept allows multiple digital I/O types to be configured within a single module to match customer's application requirements.
Data transfers to and from the CP387 are programmable and support 16- and 32-bit data words. Accessing digital output channels or reading from digital input channels is accomplished by simple register read operations. The CP387 contains flash memory that can be used to restore basic digital input and output configuration parameters on power-up. These parameters include the connection of either pull-up or pull-down resistors, the direction of digital I/O channels, and the initial power-up values of digital output channels.
Pattern-recognition and change-of-state operations are supported by the CP387 base-board as well as by mezzanine plug-on cards. If enabled, an interrupt can be generated at the conclusion of a pattern recognition or change-of-state operation. Digital input and output strobes are provided on both the base-board and the mezzanine cards. A strobe signal connected to any of the first 16 channels on the base board can be routed under software control to digital input channels. Programmable contact debounce suppression is provided to prevent false detection of digital input glitches.
Typical applications include automotive test cells, industrial control, and automated test equipment. The CP387 is available immediately at a unit price of $2130 with delivery in 4--6 weeks.