Digital Control System

Product Specifications

The DCS is field-proven and has been installed on KTMs, LTMs, Cinetheodilites, optical and tracking mounts, radar systems and DOAMS telescopes.

Closed-loop position control
Advanced servo-loop control with command generator and state observer for optimized tracking
High-speed communications for remote control via Ethernet communications
Analog rate command via joystick, stiff stick or external computer is standard
IRIG-B time synchronization available
Software tool box provided for mount analysis and tuning
Built-in test, data logging and function generator
Built-in data logging allows post-processing analysis of performance
Highly reliable digital architecture with electronic programmable logic device executed safety functions
Detailed installation documentation

Resources

Test Range Instrumentation Sell Sheet

Certifications

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