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Features
& Benefits of the GageWay Mx Interfaces:
>Use
the RS-232 expansion port for an extra RS-232 input or for chaining
the units together.
>Comprehensive
Windows-based setup software for the PC that allows extensive Mx
configuration.
>Data
parsing that allows you to format the output in the manner you need
for your application.
>The
configurability of MicroRidge gage interface products allow them
to be used with any SPC or data acquisition software.
>Free
software and firmware updates available on our web site.
>Mx4
can be updated to an Mx8 at any time.
>Durable,
flexible and easy to use.
>Send
data to any software.
>24-hour
ship (often ships the same day).
>Free
technical support.
>Responsive
and helpful customer service.
Communications
Test Program
- This
Windows-based program allows you to test the serial communications
between the GageWay and your PC.
- The
Communications Test Program requires no setup and it's a great
tool for initially setting up your interfaces or for troubleshooting
when needed.
Digital
Gage Support
- The
10-pin connector on the Mx interfaces support the standard Mitutoyo
cables. MicroRidge also has Mitutoyo-compatible cables for other
gages such as CDI, Federal, µMaxum, etc.
RS-232
Support
- If
you can connect your serial device to a 9-pin PC serial port,
you can also connect that serial device to an Mx interface via
the expansion port, ProCable
or LC Cable (Mx8 only). For more information about connecting
RS-232 devices with the the LC Cable and ProCable options and
to assist you in selecting the right one, go to Connecting RS-232
Devices to Digital Gage Interfaces.
Output
Format
- Unique
output formats can be specified for each channel.
- Select
from several standard output formats.
- Specify
a custom output format
USB
Option
If
your computer does not have any physical serial ports, you need
to create a serial port with a USB to serial cable. Most application
software is designed to read data from external devices via a serial
port. This means that whether you plug the RS-232 serial device
into a physical serial port or into a USB port, it still must look
like a serial port to the application software. The USB option from
MicroRidge consists of a Serial to USB cable that will convert any
USB port to a serial port.
- Allows
you to connect the GageWay Mx to a USB port. .
- Allows
you to connect RS-232 serial devices directly to your PC for troubleshooting.
Read
Switches
- Each
channel read switch is individually programmed to allow you to
get readings from a single channel, all channels or specified
channels.
- You
can control the entire unit with a single read switch.
- You
do not need a read switch for each channel.
Available
for all GageWay Interfaces
- Foot
switches, hand switches, gage cables, etc. are also available
from MicroRidge.
- Each
GageWay interface (except the GageWay SM) is shipped with a 9-pin
serial cable and AC adapter for 110 VAC. Included on the CD are
the Setup Program and the Communications Test program.
- Contact
us about International AC adapters are available for 220 VAC @
50 Hz.
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