System Overview
This chapter provides an overview of a computer-based system and
describes the parts of a data acquisition system. This chapter is divided
into the following sections:
• Data Acquisition System Overview, see below
• Signal Routing and Switching, starting on page 57
• Measurement Input, starting on page 60
• Control Output, starting on page 67
Data Acquisition System Overview
You can use the Agilent 34970A as a stand-alone instrument but there are
many applications where you will want to take advantage of the built-in
PC
connectivity features. A typical data acquisition system is shown below.
Computer
and Software Interface Cable 34970A
Plug-in
Modules
System
Cabling
Transducers,
Sensors,
and Events
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