Features include
✔ The powerful, user-friendly programming language, VCL (Vehicle Control Language),
developed by Curtis, allows custom software to be quickly and easily developed by an OEM
for unique applications.
✔ CAN bus port allows customized vehicle systems and control.
✔ FLASH memory allows easy field upgrades and customization on the assembly line.
✔ CAN Open compatible communication protocol provides control and feedback to Curtis
CAN-based Motor Controllers, as well as many other CAN based products.
✔ Extended Software functions of VCL simplify the integration of OEM requirements (BDI,
Hour Meters, PID, RAMP, POT, CAN etc.).
✔ Comprehensive Input and Output Selection
✔ Two analog outputs (0 to 10 volts at up to 20 mA).
✔ Serial Port for communication with the Curtis Programmer or Curtis Model 840 "Spyglass"
display.
✔ Two quadrature encoder inputs.
✔ Up to 22 Digital Switch Inputs and up to 16 Output Channels (up to 3 amps sink per
channel) are available to a maximum input/output combination of 22 channels.
✔ Two proportional valve control outputs are available (16 output model only).
✔ Four software-configurable analog input channels available for any combination of 2- and 3-
wire pot inputs or 0 to 5 volt inputs.
✔ Real-Time Clock with battery back-up (option).
✔ Built-in coil flyback diodes.
✔ Software and hardware watchdog circuits ensure proper software operation.
✔ Rugged aluminum housing
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