Specifications

Introduction

1 Introduction

■ Low-Noise 24-bit D/A Converter

■ Sample Rate 25 kHz

■ TCP/IP, USB, IEEE 488 and RS-232 Interfaces

■ 6-Digit Display for Voltage and Position

■ 1- & 3-Channel Versions

■ Wave Generator with Programmable Trigger-I/O

■ Module for E-500 Piezo Controller Rack

The E -517 is a microprocessor controlled interface and display module for

the E-500 piezo controller system. It is equipped with low-noise, 24-bit D/A

converters and can be controlled through four digital interfaces: TCP/IP,

USB, RS-232 and IEEE 488 (GPIB).

Alternatively, stand-alone operation is possible by uploading macro

command sequences to the internal non-volatile memory. For manual

control a trackball interface is provided. An LCD display indicates position

or operating voltages of the individual channels / axes.

Wave Generator

The integrated wave generator can output periodic motion profiles. In

addition to sine and triangle waves, arbitrary, user-defined motion profiles

can be created and stored.

Data Recorder

The flexibly configurable data recorder enables simultaneous recording and

read-out of up to 3 input and output signals, such as for positions or control

values. This makes possible the later association of events with saved data

points.

Extensive Software Support

The controllers are delivered with Windows operating software.

Comprehensive DLLs and LabVIEW drivers are available for automated

control.

In this document, the E-517.i3 and .i1 models are also referred to as

"E-517" or "interface/display module".