LORD 6254-4220, User Manual

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3DM
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-GX5-15
User Manual
7. OEM System Integration
The 3DM - GX5 - 15 connectivity kit comes with everything that is needed for sensor configuration,
operation, and data collection. However, many applications will require custom solutions because of
physical or environmental constraints, required sensor output processing, or for integration into control
systems that react to the sensor outputs. ( See Sales Support on page 50 ).
7.1 Data Communications Protocol (DCP)
The LORD Sensing MIP Data Communications Protocol (DCP) includes all commands available for
controlling and acquiring data from the 3DM- GX5- 15, including many that are not available in the
MIP Monitor software. Programming is performed through a standard serial interface program. The
programming interface is comprised of setup and control commands and a very flexible user-
configurable data output format. The commands and data are divided into four command sets and
three data sets corresponding to the internal architecture of the device. The protocol is packet-based.
All commands, replies, and data are sent and received as fields in a message packet. The packets
have a descriptor- type field based on their contents, so it is easy to identify if a packet contains
commands, replies, or data.
To view or download the 3DM-GX5-15DCP Manual go to:
http://www.microstrain.com/support/documentation
Select 3DM- GX5- 15 from the "Select a Product to View Documentation" drop- down menu. The
manual will appear in a list under "General Documentation."
The MIP software developers kit (SDK) includes sample code and can be found on the LORD Sensing
website Support page or by contacting Technical Support ( see Technical Support on page 47 ).
The LORD Sensing MIP Data Communications Protocol (DCP) describes each command description,
message syntax, and message option. It also provides examples, and can also be found on the LORD
Sensing website or through Technical Support.
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