OPC client operation
ÄKTAprocess may be connected to an OPC (OLE for Process Control) client to enable the
use of a uniform interface between other software systems (e.g. DeltaV™, LIMS - labora-
tory information systems etc.) and UNICORN. UNICORN OPC server is included in the
regular installation and the software may be set up either for full OPC client access to
all UNICORN data items or access that is limited. The UNICORN OPC features are described
in the UNICORN OPC Server data file (document no 11-0004-15). The UNICORN OPC
settings are described in the UNICORN Administration and Technical Manual and the
UNICORN OPC manual.
Customer I/O connections
Customer I/O connections are located on the communications panel on the underside
of the electrical cabinet. There are many different applications for the Customer I/O
connections. Refer to the product documentation package or contact your local GE
Healthcare representative for more detailed technical information.
The external 15-pin D-sub connector on the underside of the cabinet is available for
programmable general purpose DC signals, both inbound and outbound.
Mapping between pins and signal types are given in the following table.
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4 Installation
4.4 ÄKTAprocess Setup
4.4.2 Setup of control system and network