Edge launch SMAs can short into the internal copper layers with some installation methods. Watch for these gotchas.
Category Archives: (H)DLITE Accessories
Firmware Flash Cables
Software programming tools and the programming cable with an adapter, if needed, are used to update the firmware on the DL and HDL family hardware.
IF2C (MUX) Build 2021C Information & Customization
The HDL-0108-IF2C (originally an accessory for the 102GXN, also usable as a multiplexer for the DLITE-0100A1) assembly/build has been modified in the 2021C build variant to minimize input losses for particular use-cases.
DL0100A1: SD Card Support
ADMM-CP (VOM): R41 and High Source Impedance
Under conditions of very high source impedance or conditions that create a ground loop (other conditions apply as well), you may want to try removing R41 from the ADMM-CP (VOM) board (or testing with a board that doesn’t have it installed); if, after firmware updates and confirmation of measurement protocol, measurement values still seem inaccurate, …
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ADMM-CP (VOM): Attenuated Mode
What it does The attenuated mode takes a real input voltage in the range of around +/- 14VDC and divides it down by about a factor of 10 so that it fits within the on-board ADC’s measurable voltage range of about +/- 1.4VDC. This is nominally and roughly. In a more detailed look, you might …
XD Conn IFace: DL0100A1 Coax-to-Alternative-Connection Module
This prototype module connects to the DLITE-0100A1 (DL0100A1) board to allow you to wire transducers to the board using direct tinned bare wire connection to screw terminal blocks, or even cables terminated in RJ45 plugs (two are required to connect to the 8 channels). [This article stub is in progress – please inquire directly about …
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IF2C: G(XN)-Hosted Continuous Acquisition
What about using the DL0102G/XN (the “G” and “GXN”) with or without the IF2C in Continuous Acquisition mode in your UT software? In Brief: Yes.
IF2C: Rapid Scan?
In Brief: The solid state solution is good for rapid scan. As shipped and by design (use-case: low power, long intervals between readings), the communications overhead would make the channel-change scan rate very slow. With a few tiny and easy firmware revisions on the host you could probably speed that up for immediate experimentation.
IF2C: Communications Options
When Hosting the IF2C with a DL0102G/XN, the communications options include the standard DLITE Family comms options, except for a modification to the USB-Serial connectivity. Tested USB Demo R&D Option With the IF2C/G/XN stack, you have the option, for R&D purposes and ease of swapping testing rigs, measuring current, etc., to power from a battery …