Nematron Pointe Controller - Manual (Page 85)

Pointe Controller User Guide Chapter 4: System Design and Installation
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4.6 An Overview of OptiLogic I/O
The Pointe Controller system achieves its modularity and flexibility by integrating
with Optimation, Inc.’s complete line of OptiLogic I/O modules and operator
panels. (Optimation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nematron.) OptiLogic
components can be plugged together in nearly any combination. This chapter
covers the currently available modules that plug into the card cage.
TIP: Additional I/O modules are always under development. Please check our Web
site at http://www.nematron.com/PointeControl for a complete list of available
modules.
Most OptiLogic modules can be installed in any card cage slot and used in any
combination and quantity that will fit in the card cage. This applies to all general
purpose digital and analog I/O. If you need all digital inputs — plug in digital
input modules only. If you need a mixture of analog and digital inputs and
output — select the mixture that fits your needs. Snap together modularity gives
you the ability to optimize your system for your needs.
OptiLogic I/O modules are designed to meet your needs in real world application.
They are all small circuit boards with a few available points to minimize your
system cost. Most module connectors are pluggable terminal strips for easy
connection, and easy maintainability. The snap-together design means low labor
costs — or costs on your time. Visual status indicators on digital I/O and
communications modules provide a convenient means for monitoring operation.
All together, the result is a cost effective, easy to use and maintain set of
industrial control hardware.
This manual covers general I/O characteristics and applications first. Specific I/O
boards are covered in the latter pages. The general pages should serve as a guide
to selecting and installing I/O boards in your application.