User guide

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6: Inputs, Relay Outputs, and Power
Status
• Capturing External
Events
• Power Modes and
Information
The PinPoint X has special features for use in a mobile environment.
The PinPoint X can be configured to monitor the input, respond to
specific types of events, and even trigger a digital output. The
PinPoint X can also be configured to change its power mode in order
to conserve power. These features can be configured to your needs.
Capturing External Events
The PinPoint X is equipped with an I/O port interface which includes
4 digital inputs, 4 analog inputs, and 2 relay outputs. These may be
connected to sensors and switches to monitor vehicle status and
remotely control equipment.
Figure 6-1: PinPoint X I/O port
Analog Inputs
The analog inputs will report a specific voltage ranging from 0 to 30 in
increments of 0.03 volts. This allows a fine degree of monitoring for a
scaling device.
• Monitoring a voltage or power usage.
• Monitoring an oscilloscope.
• Monitoring temperature.
• Monitoring an incremental gauge.
• Monitoring an internal fan.
• Monitoring a vehicle payload.
• Monitoring the elevation of a tow bar.
• Monitoring a vehicle’s battery use.