DATA-CUBE³
User Manual
Doc.:
DATA-CUBE-User-Manual
Issue:
1.3
Date:
15-May-2020
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3.3.
Breakout Box (BOB)
A breakout box (BOB) is necessary if the DATA-CUBE³ is used together with an active sensor. The BOB powers
the sensor and adjusts the voltage level of the sensor output to match the voltage input range of the DATA-
CUBE³. This grants maximum flexibility and allows connecting a wide range of sensors to the DATA-CUBE³
like broadband seismometers or infrasound sensors.
Photo of an example BOB and a schematic diagram to clarify individual customer requirements
The breakout boxes are custom-made by DiGOS according to the sensor output signal specification. Addi-
tionally, the breakout box can be manufactured with the correct connector for the sensor or a corresponding
socket for an already existing sensor cable.
Low power protection can be included into the BOB if required. This avoids deep discharging of an external,
rechargeable battery.
DiGOS also built BOBs with manual sensor centering support. Please ask us for a tailored quote.
Photo of an example BOB with special functions (Un-Lock, Center...) and a schematic diagram to clarify indi-
vidual customer requirements
The low power protection disconnects the load (power) at approx. 11.5V and switches off at 10V.
Please note that Geophones that are distributed by DiGOS do not require a breakout box!
