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CRONOS Options...
CRONOS-PL2
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Data Storage
Black & White Display
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GPS Options
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The latest CRONOS-PL range provides the most intelligent
data acquisition system yet. Integrated measurement engineering
enables PC-independent measurement along with both open-
and closed-loop control, all within the same instrument.
Signal conditioning, filtering, A/D conversion, calculated
virtual channels, and data storage are all integral elements
of the measurement system.
Configuration is handled from
the PC, via standard Ethernet, and the included operating
software imcDevices. However,
the PC does not actually perform the measurement, although
live signal display can be seen on the PC and/or an external
graphical display unit.Modular design and powerful operating
software allow rapid, menu driven configurations, from
quick, one-up measurements, to highly complex test procedures,
with embedded closed- and open loop control functions.
Easily retasked for all your testing needs, CRONOS PL’s
configurations, including all measurement properties,
calculations and display styles, can be saved for later
reuse. These “Experiments” can be stored
safely in the PC or the CRONOS PL itself, and called
on as needed.
| Modular,
Networkable, Intelligent and Universally Adaptable |
CRONOS PL’s modularly expandable architecture
can accommodate a full range of measurement amplifiers
for the direct connection, supply, filtering, and conditioning
of any type of sensor.
CRONOS PL also supports modules for control tasks, such
as digital I/O, analog outputs for control signals, and
waveform synthesizers for a variety of control and excitation
functions. CAN-Bus Interfaces for collecting distributed
measurement data can also be integrated as modules into
the system, supporting a range of field bus and vehicle
bus protocols.
Many types of testing require measurement instruments which are able to act without
PC support, or even independent of an operator. For such cases, CRONOS PL can
operate in a stand alone mode, with previously configured settings saved directly
in the system.
| Up to 512 Measurement
Channels and 400 KHz Throughput |
Each CRONOS PL system is able to administer up to 512 channels and an aggregate
sampling rate of 400 kHz. Efficient data utilization is ensured by per-channel
configuration of sampling rates, triggering, storage, and “Result on Demand” data
processing. Two independent sampling rate groups, channel-specific sampling,
and digital reduction allow users to store only the amount of data really necessary.
A powerful trigger machine with 48 independent combinatorial logic triggering
levels, each with separate Start and Stop functionality, multi-shot modes, and
monitor
channels serve to eliminate unnecessary or spurious data. To further
reduce the flood of raw data, CRONOS PL can utilize free-form digital signal
processing, transcending the mere logger concept as a complete Personal Analyzer.
Any type of channel-wise calculations can be performed with “Results on
Demand” functionality: direct display and recording of calculated quantities
for immediate, as recorded assessment of measurement results.
| Data Storage
Built into the device |
CRONOS PL can save data either to an optional internal hard drive, or to a removable
solid state
storage card. The removable Flash memory cards are extremely robust and have
a capacity of up to 8 GB. The built-in IDE hard drive option is ideal for long
duration measurements, with a larger 60 GB capacity.
| Synchronization
guaranteed by design |
Synchronization of all analog, digital and CAN bus channels is completely guaranteed,
regardless of the CRONOS PL hardware configuration. This even applies to operation
of multiple networked devices, which can be synchronized together by means of
a Master-Slave function and synchronization line. If synchronization to absolute
time is desired, for one or more devices, it is established with either a GPS
or DCF 77 real time clock signal. PCMCIA removable storage card
Ideal for in-vehicle measurements: the hand-held terminal.
| Quickly Up and
Ready to Measure |
Like all imc measurement systems, CRONOS PL utilizes the software imcDevices
for configuration and live operation. This provides ease and convenience of configuring
multiple setups, or experiments”, which can be saved to, and recalled from
the PC. In addition, an experiment can be
stored on the CRONOS PL itself, providing added convenience, and extra protection
against accidental alteration by the user.
| Real Time Calculations,
Open and Closed Loop Control |
With its multi layered digital signal processors (DSP), and easy to use interface
software Online FAMOS, CRONOS PL is a multi-purpose “Personal Analyzer.” Not
only general calculations, Online FAMOS also supports specialized algorithms
such as digital filters, spectral analysis, classcounting, and order-tracking,
as well as CAN I/O, such as electronic control unit (ECU) commands, and dedicated
state logic and control functions. Without the need for complex programming,
the
CRONOS PL can be fine tuned for specific functionality, such as data compression,
channel-wise calculations,
control processes and closed-loop control functions. Complete integration of
this DSP functionality is achieved through the standard operating software imcDevices.
Operation disconnected from the power network is made possible by an optional
built-in 90 Wh Lithium-ion rechargeable battery. This provides up to several
hours of working time, depending on the device model and configuration.
| Ethernet and
WLAN capable |
CRONOS PL, like all imc measurement systems, is networkable with Ethernet. In
addition, CRONOS PL supports wireless WLAN networking. Multiple CRONOS PL devices,
as well as older imc measurement systems, can be easily combined into a decentralized
measurement system.
In extended systems, trigger, data, and state information can be exchanged between
the devices. All devices run in parallel, combining net sampling rates and computation
power, while maintaining complete synchronization of the measurement channels.
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