User Guide
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Glossary
embedded applications. RS232 is an older technology that is slowly being phased
out of production in favor of USB.
sample rate
The rate at which the microprocessor reads analog voltage levels.
sensor power
A regulated voltage output that provides a set voltage level for analog sensors
attached to the product.
shielded twisted-pair cable
A type of cable used for CAN communication that consists of two wires (CAN
high and CAN low) twisted together. These wires are covered by a shield material
(CAN shield) that improves the cable's immunity against electrical noise.
short-to-battery
A fault state that occurs when an input or output pin is connected to battery
power, potentially resulting in high current flow.
short-to-ground
A fault state that occurs when an input or output pin is connected to system
ground, potentially resulting in high current flow.
sleep mode
A low-power mode that is assumed by the DPS70 when the voltage on the power
control inputs drop below a certain value.
slew rate
1.
The maximum rate at which an output voltage can swing across its full
dynamic range.
2.
The maximum rate at which a control system can react to an adjustment or
change.
steady state
In a circuit or network, a state of equilibrium undisturbed by transients. Compare
transient
.
switch outputs
An output that is digital in nature. It switches to battery and/or ground levels.
switching threshold current
The minimum amount of current required in an input before its associated telltale
illuminates.
