U/B

Unipolar/bipolar mode indicator

0Bipolar mode

1 Unipolar mode

MUX

Single-ended/differential channel indicator

08 differential channels

116 single-ended channels

INT

Data valid

0No A/D conversion has been completed since the last time the INT bit was cleared. Values in the A/D data registers are not valid data.

1The A/D conversion has finished, and converted data is ready. If the INTE bit of the control register (BASE +09H) is set, an interrupt signal will be sent to the PC bus through interrupt level IRQn, where n is specified by bits I2, I1 and I0 of the control register. Though the A/D status register is read-only, writing to it with any value will clear the INT bit.

CN3 to CN0 When EOC = 0, these status bits contain the channel number of the next channel to be converted.

Note:

If you trigger the A/D conversion with the on-board pacer or an external pulse, your software should check the INT bit, not the EOC bit, before it reads the conversion data.

EOC can equal 0 in two different situations: the conversion has com- pleted or no conversion has been started. Your software should therefore wait for the signal SNT = 1 before it reads the conversion data. It should then clear the INT bit by writing any value to the A/D status register BASE+08H.

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PCI-1718 Series specifications

The Advantech PCI-1718 Series represents a robust solution in the realm of data acquisition and control, designed to meet the demands of various industrial applications. This series is a prominent choice for engineers and system integrators looking to implement effective data monitoring and analysis in real-time conditions.

One of the notable features of the PCI-1718 series is its ability to handle multi-channel data acquisition, supporting up to 16 analog input channels. This capability allows for the simultaneous recording of multiple signals, which is critical in applications requiring comprehensive data analysis and monitoring. The device presents a sampling rate of up to 200 kHz, ensuring that even fast-changing signals are recorded with high fidelity.

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In terms of connectivity, the PCI-1718 series is compatible with an array of I/O modules, enhancing its versatility. It supports both differential and single-ended input configurations, allowing users to select the most suitable measurement technique for their applications.

The series boasts built-in support for digital I/O and counters, facilitating the integration of control signals alongside data acquisition tasks. With 8 digital input lines and 8 digital output lines, the device allows for straightforward control over peripheral devices.

Advantech equipped the PCI-1718 with comprehensive software support, including drivers for popular programming environments, such as Visual Studio, LabVIEW, and MATLAB. This broad compatibility ensures that users can easily implement the hardware in their preferred software environments.

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