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flexiVent , menus and commands are automatically configured in the software such that you
have complete access to your instrument’s functionality. The instrument-specific configuration
is controlled by
flexiWare
licensing, SDMs and template mechanisms. It does not require any
additional steps or configuration settings during operation. All commands necessary for your
application are available for your use, following setup and installation.
1.3
FLEXIVENT
FX SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The
flexiVent
FX is composed of two main parts: the base unit and a module. The base unit
includes the following:
a computer-controlled linear actuator;
an optical position sensor;
a processing platform (controller);
a base plate with a protective enclosure ;
a module connection platform; and
an embedded user interface.
A module is comprised of the following:
a precision piston-cylinder set;
three computer-controlled valves;
pressure transducers;
a micro-processor; and
air flow pathways and connections.
For additional details, see section 1.2.