[simpits-tech] Electronic USB modules

[Chris Carter]

Hi Chester

That sounds like an excellent product - I'll be in the market for one of
these:)

Later

Chris

----- Original Message -----
From: "fitchett" <fitchett@cpsc.ucalgary.ca>
To: <simpits-tech@simpits.org>
Sent: Wednesday, May 15, 2002 11:26 PM
Subject: [simpits-tech] Electronic USB modules


>
> Hey folks,
>
> I'm putting some modules into production that may be of interest to some
> of you;
>
> A 32 input/32 output InterfaceKit, optically isolated.  Will sink 250mA
> per output, at up to 30V.  Each input indicates it's state with a green
> LED, and the outputs use red LEDs.  Terminal blocks are used to connect to
> your sim.  This module is ~$95.
>
> A 256 input InterfaceKit using a scanning matrix topology - see Gene's
> nice diagram at
> http://www.simpits.org/fileproc/files/ematrix.png
> This module uses a 40 pin header to connect to your pit.  It comes with
> 256 diodes.  This module is $50.
>
> 8 Analog Input / 8 Digital Input InterfaceKit, 0-5V for the analog inputs.
> This module is $40.
>
> In addition to my single/quad servo controllers, I've produced a 8 servo
> controller, with wide voltage input (7V - 30V), and acceleration/velocity
> control.  There is 125 steps/degree for a normal servo.  Very smooth and
> quiet at lower velocities.  This module is $65.
>
> Two text LCDs are going to be available; A very small 4X12 character, with
> LED backlight ($20), and a 4X32 without backlight.  ($35)
>
> The graphics LCD is a 256X128, about 2.75" * 5", without backlight.  ($55)
>
> All modules are USB based, use the same Windows software library provided
> free, and include USB cables.  (Not trivial, considering what consumers
> pay for USB cables)  There is no problem using multiple modules of the
> same type, they are identified with unique serial numbers.
>
> This production run will be shipping in 4 weeks, with 25 units of each
> module available.
>
>
> Other designs have been proposed, let me know if you have a use for these
> in your project.
>
> - LCD, 640*480, 6", CCFL backlight.  (Going ahead with this one)
> - Encoder inputs, absolute/incremental
> - Seven(+) segment LED modules
> - Dot matrix LED displays
> - Stepper motor controller
> - Touch screens
> - Analog output - what voltage/current range do you need?
> - ?
>
> If you are interested in any of these, send me an email, and I'll make
> sure you get one.  The online store at www.phidgets.com should be
> operational/handling credit cards in 4 weeks.
>
> Gene is writing a FlightSim interface for my software library, so be nice
> to him.
>
> Let me know what you want!
>
> Chester
>
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