The Versatile Input Module (VIM) is a compact expander that works in conjunction with with an ACL or ADL3 Data Logger to facilitate the synchronised logging of high speed, high resolution inputs.

VIMs are versatile in nature and can be located close to sensors, reducing the weight and complexity of wiring. When used in multiples, up to 200 sensor inputs are available. The VIM supports many different types of sensors, including unamplified thermocouples and strain gauges.

The VIM is configured and controlled using the Data Logger Manager software, that has special programming functions for the VIM. This will also automatically update the firmware version in the VIM if necessary. The Data Logger communicates with the VIM via the CAN bus.

Compatible with

• ACL (up to eight VIMs)
• ADL3 (up to two VIMs)

Specifications

Inputs

• 6 x Fast analogue voltage inputs
  Update rate 5000 Hz (1000 Hz when used with ADL3), resolution 12 bit
  used to measure the signals from sensors with variable voltage outputs, such as potentiometers, 3-wire pressure sensors, thermocouple amplifiers, accelerometers
  

• 8 x High resolution analogue voltage inputs
  Update rate 500 Hz, resolution 15 bit
  Used to measure the signals from sensors with variable voltage outputs, such as potentiometers, 3-wire pressure sensors, thermocouple amplifiers, accelerometers

• 2 x Special analogue voltage inputs
  Update rate 2000 Hz (1000 Hz when used with ADL3), resolution 15 bit
  Used to measure the signals from sensors with variable voltage outputs, such as potentiometers, 3-wire pressure sensors, thermocouple amplifiers, accelerometers
  

• 8 x Differential analogue voltage inputs
  Update rate 1000 Hz, resolution 15 bit + sign
  programmable amplifier gain range of 1 to 64, used for strain gauges or thermocouples

• 2 x speed inputs
  Update rate 100 Hz, resolution 12 bit
  Programmable trigger levels, ability to measure frequency, period or pulse width.
  The voltages from these inputs can also be logged directly as separate channels, allowing the user to see the waveform of the sensor signal.

Communications

• 1 x CAN at 1 Mb/s bus speed 

Physical

• Case size 38 x 90 x 26.2 mm excluding connector

• Weight 120 gram

• Connectors

• 1 x 55 pin Autosport connector for sensor connection

• 1 x 5 pin Autosport connector for power and communications

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