Measurement Computing ZonicBook 618E rev.3.4 - Manual (Page 10)

1-2 What is ZonicBook/618E ? 936995 ZonicBook/618E
Another advantage of the ZonicBook/618E architecture is that there is virtually no limit to the length of
time continuous data can be acquired. Many other systems do not offer continuous time-domain transfer to
the PC, and as a result the waveform length is limited by the amount of built-in data storage. With the
ZonicBook/618E the only limitation is the amount of available hard disk memory on the host PC, or that
which can be accessed by a PC on a network.
ZonicBook/618E can be expanded in 8-channel increments up to 56 channels. All channels in the system
will be measured synchronously, providing phase matching between channels of 1 degree.
ZonicBook/618E includes the following features. Aside from the power options, all are software-
programmable.
• Power Options: The required 10 to 30 VDC power can be supplied from an AC-to-DC adapter,
battery, DBK30A rechargeable battery module, DBK34 or DBK34A uninterruptible power supply
modules.
• Features of the Dynamic Signal Inputs
o a 4 mA current source for transducer biasing (ICP)
o hardware detection of a transducer fault
o AC coupling (0.1 Hz or 1Hz) or DC coupling
o programmable gain amplifier (range selection) ±25 mV to ±5 V
o ±25 V range (DC Coupling only)
o hardware overrange detection*
o programmable 8-pole Butterworth anti-aliasing low pass filter
o a simultaneous sample-and-hold (SSH) amplifier
o support for TEDS (Transducer Electronic Data Sheet), if the option is available
*These parameters are independently controlled in software on a per channel basis except
for overrange detection level, which is set on a per device basis.
• Features of Tachometer Inputs
o 4 differential inputs (TACH1 through TACH4); BNC connectors
o Wide input range: -50 V to +50 V specified; -75 V to + 75 V maximum
o Coupling: AC or DC
o Programmable threshold comparator
o Analog sampling bandwidth: DC to 5 MHz
o Debounce: 500 ns after stable
o 32-bit counters
o 10 ppm timebase accuracy
• Easy Connection to Ethernet-ready Notebooks, Desktop PCs, or Ethernet Hubs.
• Analog Input Channels: BNC connectors keep input signals isolated from the chassis.
• 8 Digital I/O Channels: Snap-in screw terminal block for easy connection of signal lines.
Note: eZ-NDT or eZ-TOMAS software must be used to make use of the Digital I/O.
• Digital Signal Processing (DSP): Allows you to define a channel scan-sequence and associated gains
across all channels. Also provides for real-time digital calibration on a per-sample basis.
• Scan Sequencing: A 128-location scan sequencer allows you to scan dynamic analog inputs along
with tachometer inputs. The unit performs 1 MHz scanning over both its built-in and expansion
channels.
• Analog Channel Triggering
• Pre- and Post-Trigger Readings
• TTL Trigger: TTL compatible trigger via front panel BNC connector.