5.4 _7200_Switch_Card_No

@ Description

After initialized more than one PCI-7200 card, this function is used to select which card is used currently.

@ Syntax

Visual C++ (Windows 95)

int W_7200_Switch_Card_No (U8 card_number)

Visual Basic (Windows 95)

W_7200_Switch_Card_No (ByVal card_number As Byte) As Long

C/C++ (DOS)

int _7200_Switch_Card_No (U8 card_number)

@ Argument

card_number : The card number to be initialized, four cards can be initialized, the card number must be CARD_1, CARD_2, CARD_3, or CARD_4, but only one card is active.

@ Return Code

ERR_NoError

ERR_InvalidBoardNoInit

5.5 _7200_AUX_DI

@ Description

Read data from auxiliary digital input port of cPCI-7200 card. You can get all 4 bits input data by using this function.

@ Syntax

Visual C++ (Windows 95)

int W_7200_AUX_DI (U32 *aux_di)

Visual Basic (Windows 95)

W_7200_DI (aux_di As Long) As Long

C/C++ (DOS)

int _7200_DI (U32 *aux_di)

@ Argument

aux_di : returns 4 -bit value from auxiliary digital input port.

@ Return Code

ERR_NoError

ERR_FunctionNotAvailable

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Intel cPCI-7200 manual 7200SwitchCardNo, 7200AUXDI

PCI-7200, cPCI-7200 specifications

The Intel cPCI-7200 is a high-performance, rugged computing platform designed to meet the demands of embedded and telecommunications applications. As a part of Intel’s CompactPCI family, the cPCI-7200 highlights the commitment to providing advanced processing capabilities in a flexible and modular form factor.

One of the standout features of the cPCI-7200 is its powerful multicore processing capabilities. It is equipped with Intel's latest x86 architecture, offering multiple cores that enable efficient execution of parallel tasks. This makes the cPCI-7200 particularly suitable for applications requiring real-time processing, such as network and communication systems. Additionally, the system supports high-speed data transfer, essential for bandwidth-intensive applications.

The cPCI-7200 also integrates advanced I/O technologies, ensuring that users can connect various peripherals and devices. With support for PCI Express, Ethernet, and other high-speed interfaces, the system provides a robust communication backbone for data-intensive applications. The modular design of CompactPCI allows for easy expansion, accommodating custom I/O cards as per specific application needs.

Built to function in harsh environments, the cPCI-7200 is designed with ruggedness in mind. It meets stringent environmental standards, which include resistance to shock, vibration, and temperature extremes. This makes the platform especially suitable for deployment in aerospace, military, and industrial settings where reliability is critical.

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