Manual ME-5001
Rev. 1.1E
Meilhaus Electronic
Page 9
Introduction
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Bit-pattern detection
: The bit-pattern of a digital input or output
port can be monitored if required. Depending on the configuration,
an interrupt can be triggered in response to a change in the bit-pat-
tern.
Thanks to the DMA architecture, the data can be transferred very quickly
between the PC's working memory and the board. In streaming mode,
an input/output rate of up to 30 MS/s, in which all the ports must par-
ticipate, is possible. (See also table 2 on page 22). The actual transmission
rate will depend on the operating mode and the configuration of your
computer.
Depending on requirements, you can select from the following
operation
modes
:
•
Single:
In this operating mode, a single value can be read or written
under software control (see chapter 4.1.1 on page 23).
•
Interrupt:
For interrupt handling in the "bit-pattern change" mode
(see chapter 4.2 on page 27).
Customer-specific versions of the firmware are available on request.
1.4
System Requirements
The ME-5001 requires a base board of the ME-5000 series and occupies
a free PCI Express or CompactPCI slot but without using the PCI slot
connector. This saves the resources of your PC. The board is supported
by the Meilhaus Intelligent Driver System (ME-iDS) from Windows
2000 upwards (Linux under development).
1.5
Software Support
The plug-on boards of the ME-5000 series are supported by the
Meilhaus Intelligent Driver System (ME-iDS). The ME-iDS is a unified
driver system usable across devices and operating systems. It supports
Windows 8/7/Vista/XP/2000 (Linux under development) and contains
a universal function library (API) for programming.
You will find a detailed description of the functions in the ME-iDS
manual, a copy of which is on the CD/DVD supplied.
Please also observe the notes in the appropriate README files.
