GE VMIVME4116 Digital-to-Analog Converter Board

Overview

The VMIVME-4116 is an 8-channel, 16-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) board. It connects directly to VMEbus systems. This board delivers high-resolution analog outputs for control, automation, and data acquisition. Engineers rely on it for precise industrial and embedded applications.

Technical Specifications

Channels & Resolution

Channels: 8 independent DAC channels
Resolution: 16-bit
Output Range: ±10 V (bipolar)
Coding: Supports offset binary and two’s complement
Voltage Resolution: ~305 µV per LSB
Settling Time: ≤10 µs to within ½ LSB

Control & Operation

Control and Status Register (CSR): Processor configures modes and diagnostics
CSR Reading: Read anytime for status verification
Data Latches: Double-buffered per channel for flexible updates
Update Modes: Select via onboard jumpers and CSR settings

VMEbus Interface

Compatibility: Fully meets VMEbus specification
Board Addressing: Configure via 12 DIP switches (A05–A15)
Access Modes: Selectable for Nonprivileged short I/O or Supervisory short I/O (default)

Data Transfer

Input Format: Byte or word (D00–D15)
Transfer Method: Directly write to DAC channels

Diagnostics & Test Features

Loopback Testing: Use internal diagnostics with DAC outputs
LED Indicator: Lights on power-up/reset; turns off after successful diagnostics
Test Bus: Dedicated analog lines support fault detection and isolation

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