DAC-42(A)-x-PN
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DAC-42(A)-x-PN
Manual
Revision: 1.0
22.01.2024
3 General information
3.1 Abstract
This document describes the function of the HCS digital amplifier and controller card “DAC-4x(A)”.
This manual was prepared with great care and the contents reflect the author’s best knowledge. However, the possibility
of error remains and improvements are possible. Please feel free to submit any comments regarding errors or possibly
incomplete information to HCS GmbH.
Read this manual carefully before working with the digital amplifier cards!
The general and especially the safety instructions of this manual have to be observed
in any case!
Electronic equipment of all kind can have component failures or software may lead to
unpredictable reactions. Secondary safety measures must be taken in order to ensure safety
under all circumstances. This is especially the case for safety critical applications.
Furthermore, it is the responsibility of the user to always comply with applicable safety standards
(e.g. EN 13849) and to implement a system architecture capable to cover all safety requirements.
The unit itself does not comply with any performance level given in EN 13849 or any SIL level as
per EN 61508.
Applicable laws and safety standards have to be observed at any time. Before commissioning or
using the equipment the necessary risk analysis must be conducted and suitable protection
measures must be taken.
HCS GmbH refuses any liability in case of omission to comply with these requirements.
3.2 Scope
With the help of this document a professional, competent and trained user should be able to install, wire, connect,
commission, set parameters, perform fault analysis and fix issues. Also, the document will provide the user any technical
and operational details necessary to safely operate the product. It remains the user’s responsibility to set-up a safe
working environment while operating the product.
The information contained in this manual is valid at the time of this version's release. See footer for version number and
release date of this manual.