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Digital I/O Interface

The DIO-16.PCI is a digital I/O interface card that provides eight optically isolated inputs and eight reed relay outputs. The isolated inputs provide protection to connected equipment, and the reed relay outputs allow PC control of lights, buzzers, switches, motors, and other low-current devices supporting on/off control. Applications include PC-based control and automation of equipment including sensors, switches, satellite antenna control systems, video and audio studio automation, and security control systems.

The Seal/O suite of Windows 95/98/NT drivers is included with the card. Seal/O provides a consistent and straightforward API (Application Programmer Interface) to facilitate application development. Supported development environments include Visual C++, Visual Basic, and Delphi. Seal/O includes a utility for configuring the driver parameters under Windows 95/98 and Windows NT, to further simplify installation.

Seal/O TST, a Windows 95/98/NT Console application (32 bit), is included to allow the user to exercise the inputs and relays. Source code for Seal/O TST is also included to facilitate software development. Seal/O VB, a 32-b Visual Basic sample with GUI (Graphical User Interface), allows control of individual and groups of relays and timed relay activation.

All of the cardıs outputs are through a DC-37 connector. The KT-101 Terminal Block Kit is available to provide a simple means of connecting field wiring to the card. The Kit consists of a basic 6' M/F cable and positive tension screw terminal block.

The DIO-16.PCI sells for $259. The KT-101 sells for $49.

Sealevel Systems, Inc
(864) 843-4343
Fax: (864) 843-3067
www.sealevel.com

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