Digital control hardware. (Hardware/Software).

The PCI Series electronics are the latest version of the company's digital control hardware, featuring 32-bit function generation, 16-bit data acquisition and an update rate to 8 kHz. The power and flexibility of the WinTest software and hardware provide an array of control capabilities for single and multi-channel systems, according to the company. WinTest can handle up to eight independent test stations of control and up to 64 channels of data acquisition. The WinTest PCI control system includes WinTest software and the PCI Series control chassis. WinTest's intuitive design enables the user to quickly set up complex test routines with minimal training. The WinTest software runs under the Windows 2000 environment and can be configured to run virtually any dynamic test system, including electromagnetic, servohydraulic and servopneumatic designs, according to the company. The interactive training CD features tutorials and how-to examples, which are said to enable inexperienced users to quickly get up to speed. WinTest also includes a comprehensive "help" file, and the company's technical support team is on hand to assist customers with application related questions. WinTest supports the PCI Series control chassis and PCI Series control modules, as well as many third party data acquisition boards. (EnduraTec Systems, 5610 Rowland Rd., Minnetonka, MN 55343)

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