Description
The AT-AO-6 is a legacy DAQ device produced by National Instruments, bearing part numbers 776541-01 and 181435-06. It is specifically designed for international sales with CE certification, highlighting its broad application potential across various regions. This device is compatible with a range of application software including LabVIEW, VirtualBench, BridgeVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measure, and ComponentWorks, making it a versatile tool for a wide array of data acquisition tasks.
Designed to operate on older Windows operating systems such as Windows NT, 98, and 95, the AT-AO-6 connects to computers via an ISA interface. It serves as an analog output board, equipped with 6 output channels that can handle both unipolar and bipolar signals. The board boasts a maximum update rate of 300 kS/s and offers channel resolution of 12-bits, ensuring precise data handling capabilities.
The output coupling type of the AT-AO-6 is DC, and it comes with a FIFO buffer size of 1024 samples, catering to demanding data buffering requirements. The device is designed to work with a load impedance maximum of 500 pF and features a 50-pin male input/output connector for secure and reliable connections.
In addition to its analog capabilities, this DAQ device includes 8 standard TTL digital lines with a 5V source voltage, enhancing its utility in digital applications. It operates on a slave bus type and includes 7 triggered RTSI lines, further broadening its integration capabilities in complex data acquisition systems.
Despite its status as an obsolete product, the AT-AO-6 remains available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves, ensuring that users can continue to leverage its functionalities in their specific applications.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Numbers | 776541-01, 181435-06 |
| Category | Legacy DAQ Devices |
| Model | AT-AO-6 |
| Description | AT-AO-6 and NI-DAQ for PC – (CE) for International sales |
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Application Software Compatibility | LabVIEW, VirtualBench, BridgeVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measure, ComponentWorks |
| Operating Systems | Windows NT/98/95 |
| Board Type | Analog Output Board |
| Computer Interface | ISA |
| Number of Output Channels | 6 |
| Output Capability | Unipolar or Bipolar |
| Maximum Update Rate | 300 kS/s |
| Channel Resolution | 12-bits |
| Output Coupling Type | DC |
| FIFO Buffer Size | 1024 samples |
| Load Impedance | Maximum of 500 pF |
| Connection | 50-pin male input/output connector |
| Digital Lines | 8 standard TTL, 5V source voltage |
| Bus Type | Slave bus |
| RTSI Lines | 7 triggered |
| Status | Obsolete, available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
