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Model MSX16

MSX16 is a flexible and expandable multi-channel data acquisition and signal processing unit for applications in research, development and testing. Up to 8 MSX16 units can be directly connected to a PC by means of an interface card. The combination of a PC and MSX16 is the cost-effective alternative to signal acquisition with a recorder. A wide variety of software is available. MSX16 features comfortable control of data acquisition via the PC, various online displays during the measurement and direct storage of measurement data on the hard disk or other storage media.
Flexibility is one of the most important advantages of the MSX16 concept. With a notebook and the MSX16 battery option, measurements and analyses can be performed independent of mains power.
ICP, microphone, charge amplifier and tacho input modules are available. User-specific input modules can also be supplied upon request. Microphone and ICP inputs are already prepared for the Smart Sensor Interface defined in IEEE P1451.4. The type and serial number of all input modules are automatically recognized: MSX16 is a "plug and play" system.

Applications:
  • Multi-channel data acquisition / machine monitoring
  • Programmable filters, signal conditioner
  • PC-based real-time analyzer (FFT, third-octave, octave)
  • Multi-channel sound power measurement
  • Dynamic balancing of rotors
  • Pass-by measurements

Technical Data for item 982000.5 (Base unit for up to 8 modules)
Input channels 
Sampling frequency 48 kHz
Resolution 16 Bit
Frequency range 0 to 20 kHz
Frequency response ± 0.5 dB, 0 dB @ 1 kHz
Dynamic range > 80 dB
THD < 0.01 %
Cross-talk < -80 dB
Phase error between channels < 1°
Digital filters A, B, C, D, M, Mi
Coupling / analog input filters see module descriptions
Overvoltage detection yes, also out-of-band frequencies
Output channels 
Connectors 16 x BNC
Level ± 5 V (scalable)
Impedance 50 Ohm
Power supply 
Input voltage 10.8 to 28.8 V
Power consumption (typ.) 2 A @ 12 V
Optional Battery 12 V / 4 Ah
Other Parameters 
Dimensions 340mm x 65mm x 250mm
Weight (empty) approx. 3800 g
Working temperature range 0 to 40 °C
Rel. air humidity 20 to 80 %
Vibration 40 g, 11 ms half-sine

Technical Data for all Modules
Dimensions 53mm x 34.8mm x 115.65mm
Weight ca. 300 g
Working temperature range 0...40 °C
Rel. air humidity 20...80 %

Technical Data for item 982120.7 (ICP Module)
Connectors 2x BNC
ICP constant input 2 mA
Input couplings AC, DC, HPF (10 Hz), LPF (2.5 kHz)
Input ranges (10, 5, 2, 1, 0.5, 0.2, 0.1, 0.05, 0.02, 0.01) V
Max. overload voltage ± 15 V
DC linearity < ± 0.1 %
DC precision (gain) < ± 0.2 %
DC precision (offset) < ± 0.15 %
Crosstalk < ­80 dB
THD < 0.01 %
Dynamic range > 80 dB

Technical Data for item 982121.5 (MICRO Module)
Connectors 2x LEMO7
Power supply ± 14 V
Polarisation voltage 200 V (switchable)
ICP constant input 2 mA
Input couplings AC, DC, HPF (10 Hz), LPF (2.5 kHz)
Input ranges (10, 5, 2, 1, 0.5, 0.2, 0.1, 0.05, 0.02, 0.01) V
Max. overload voltage ± 15 V
DC linearity < ± 0.1 %
DC precision (gain) < ± 0.2 %
DC precision (offset) < ± 0.15 %
Crosstalk < ­80 dB
THD < 0.01 %
Dynamic range > 80 dB

Technical Data for item 982122.3 / 982123.1 (CHARGE Module)
Connectors 2x Microdots (982122.3) or 2x BNC (982123.1)
Input couplings DRCT, LPF1 (500 Hz), LPF2 (1 kHz), LPF3 (2.5 kHz)
Input ranges (10, 5, 2, 1, 0.5, 0.2, 0.1, 0.05, 0.02, 0.01) nC
Max. overload voltage ± 15 V
DC linearity < ± 0.1 %
DC precision (gain) < ± 0.2 %
DC precision (offset) < ± 0.15 %
Crosstalk < ­80 dB
THD < 0.01 %
Dynamic range > 80 dB

Technical Data for item 982124.8 (TACHO Module)
Connectors 2x LEMO4
Input range TTL
Pin connections 1 = +
2 = -
3 = Ground
Max. overload voltage 10 V
Precounter 12.288 MHz
6.144 MHz
3.072 MHz
1.536 MHz
768 kHz
384 kHz
192 kHz
96 kHz