Q.series - Hot Swap
The innovative Q.socket simplifies wiring, installation and support. In addition to providing connections for power, communications and synchronization, the integrated flash memory on the socket supports configuration, and optional selections for addressability and boot mode via software or DIP switches. The Q.socket supports easy and effective Q.bloxx module installation and management.
In addition, The ‘Hot Swap’ feature allows simple expansion, modification and service of Q.bloxx systems – while they are in actual operation and without the need of shutting down power.
This is plug and play performance at its best!
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Module Communication Interface
The Q.bloxx modules communicate via RS-485 communications, typically to a Q.gate or Q.pac Test Controller for data acquisition, synchronization, and control. With a highly effective and efficient protocol, data transmission rates of up to 48 MBaud are possible.
Additionally, Q.bloxxs can natively support industry standard protocols (Profibus or Modbus) for use as high per formance measurement modules with direct connection (no Q.gate/Q.pac required) to automation equipment.
TEDS support (according to IEEE 1451.4)
The universal modules A101 and A102 in the Q.bloxx series support connectivity with TEDS configurable sensors. After sensor connection, the Q.bloxx module reads the sensor’s information and verifies its compatibility. Once verified, the existing module configuration is overwritten with the TEDS msensor configuration data and this new file is also sent to the controller (Q.gate/Q.pac).