The AND VX4500-X is a C-size VXI module engineered for data acquisition, signal processing, and instrument control in industrial and scientific testing systems. It delivers VXIbus-standard compatibility with high-speed data transfer capability and extensive I/O connectivity, making it suitable for complex modular instrumentation setups requiring multi-device coordination and real-time signal management.
Technical Specifications
Connectivity & Interfaces
• Six RS232 serial ports for device communication
• One 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet port
• One 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port
• One 15-pin female D-Sub connector for accessory interfacing
• Two 25-pin female D-Sub connectors (Pendant A and B)
• Status LEDs for system indication
VXIbus Architecture
• C-size form factor (23.3 × 34 cm)
• P1 connector for data bus and addressing
• P2 connector with 10 MHz clock bus, analog sumbus, local bus, and trigger buses
• Support for multiple logical addresses (up to 256 per system)
• Supply voltages: +5V, +/−12V, +/−24V, −5.2V, −2V
• Data transfer rates up to 160 Mbytes/s (2eVME transfers per VXIbus Specification 3.0)
Environmental
• Operating temperature: −30°C to +60°C (−22°F to +140°F)
– Key Features
• Dual Ethernet ports support both Gigabit and standard networking configurations
• Six independent serial channels enable multi-device pendant and accessory control
• VXIbus Specification 3.0 compliance ensures interoperability across modular platforms
• C-size slot optimization for widespread mainframe compatibility
– Typical Applications
• Automated test systems requiring distributed signal acquisition
• Multi-channel data logging in industrial measurement setups
• Instrument control networks in laboratory and field environments
• Real-time signal processing in modular instrumentation racks
– Compatibility & Integration
The VX4500-X integrates into any VXI mainframe architecture supporting C-size slots. It operates alongside Slot 0 resource managers and requires standard VXI power distribution. Network integration via dual Ethernet ports accommodates both legacy 10/100 Base-T and modern Gigabit environments.
