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System Description
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2.1 Description of the RTCA Analyzer
e RTCA Analyzer is an electronic analyzer that can, under the control of RTCA
So ware, conduct electronic impedance measurement of sensor electrodes at vari-
ous signal frequencies. e RTCA Analyzer is capable of computer-controlled signal
generation, processing and analysis, automatic frequency scanning and rapid measure-
ment. e average measurement speed is approx. 15 seconds for a 96 well plate, or approx.
150 ms for each well.
Figure 4: The RTCA Analyzer.
Interfaces and indicators:
e RTCA Analyzer communicates with the RTCA Control Unit through a standard
9-pin RS-232 serial port designated as COM. Signals and communications to the RTCA
SP Station are through the EPS port, both of these two ports are located at the rear panel
of the RTCA Analyzer.
Rear
Panel
RS232 Serial Port EPS Port
Figure 5: The RTCA Analyzer rear panel.
System Description
Description of the RTCA Analyzer