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4.2.4. Rack enclosure
SIRIUS Slices are also available as modular rack system versions.
Important
Notes for the rack series:
● SIRIUSr Rack slices can be changed between different Rack enclosures (R2, R4, R3, R8).
● Depending on original configuration Rack slices will be orientated either horizontal or
vertical (settings and front panel engravings).
● All R8 rack versions contain an integrated PC and you can choose up to 8 SIRIUS®
measurement slices.
● R2 and R4 instruments can be equipped either with SBOX PC or USB HUB.
● All module combinations are possible (except for the Extended Height Enclosure
modules) The Dual-Core series can be mixed with HD (High Density) and HS (High Speed)
modules. You can even mix isolated and differential slices.
● All slices are internally connected to SBOX PC via USB / Sync / Power / GND.
● In comparison to the Modular Solution, the Rack has the CAN connectors on the same
side as the analog channels, except HD where CAN connector is not possible.
● The analog output option is available only for the on SIRIUS-R8 (the other Rack versions
have the display where the analog output would be).
● The analog output option is also available on SIRIUS-R2 and R4.
● R2, R4 and R8 instruments can be also configured with EtherCAT Slave ports.
● Please see individual chapters in this manual for details.
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