MKS Instruments UK Ltd
Microvision2 Hardware Manual – SP101015.102 August 2010
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Overview
The Microvision2 is the latest innovation in RGA technology from MKS Instruments. Designed to meet all the
traditional requirements for an RGA sensor, plus data collection speeds in the milliseconds, even over the
full dynamic range - unachievable with previous technologies.
The Microvision2
is formed around two dedicated processors; an optimized, proprietary processor for data
acquisition and an industry standard CE processor handling external communications via TCP/IP
technology.
Analogue and digital interfaces are provided for integrated systems and future technologies.
Features
Data acquisition through solid state, wide dynamic range, fast settling detector electronics.
Temperature stabilized critical components offering improved signal stability and drift.
Calibrations and configurations stored locally within the RGA.
Flexible I/O capability including a dedicated gauge port.
Further expandability of the I/O capabilities using add-in cards.
TCP/IP and ASCII protocol support
Operation
The Microvision2
is
designed to be operated in several ways:
From a host computer – an IBM compatible PC or MAC running the MKS Process Eye Professional or
EasyView software package.
PC or MAC using a web browser such as Internet Explorer or Safari.
Integration into existing systems controlling through the use of the ASCII protocol command set.
This manual focuses on Microvision2
hardware and should be used in conjunction with the relevant user
interface manual during installation.
Any required network communications cards should be installed and configured prior to installing the
Microvision2, or RGA software if supplied.
