In our previous two issues, we discussed troubleshooting digital output modules. Troubleshooting analog modules is a bit more complicated, for two reasons: Analog modules aren't on/off, as digital ...

This multi-channel analog output module TI Design with multiplexed single channel digital to analog converter (DAC) for programmable logic controllers (PLC) illustrates the design of low-cost, ...

In the broad-brush view of the analog-to-digital converter (ADC) versus its complement, the digital-to-analog converter (DAC), there’s no doubt that the DAC has an easier functional challenge. What’s ...

With the new GIO212, Bachmann electronic is presenting a highly flexible I/O module: Each of the 12 channels can be configured either as a digital or an analog input or output. With the new GIO212, ...

MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) microphone technology is here to stay, so it is crucial to understand that technology. When it comes to choosing an analog or digital MEMS microphone, the ...

High-end audio brand Astell&Kern has added a new music player to its A&futura line, which slots in just below last year's SE200 model. The stand-out feature on the SE180 is the ability to pop out the ...

Does the module's output correspond correctly to its input? Determine that by forcing the PLC output to 10%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and 90% and measuring on the output terminals at the corresponding range ...