2.2.1 Intended Use
The system control unit is a device used for instrumentation control of Montana Instruments products.
It provides both the electronics hardware and software interface for communicating with other devices
and controlling various instrument parameters.
2.2.2 Components
The system control unit consist of an outer enclosure, single board computer, peripheral cards, a
touchscreen user interface display, and several communication ports. The enclosure is compatible with a
standard 19-inch equipment rack (4U) and can be mounted with other rack mount devices. It can
alternatively be placed independently on a table or shelf.
User Interface Touchscreen
A 10-inch touchscreen display provides the main user interface control for the system. The software can
alternatively be monitored and controlled via a VNC interface or remote scripting.
Enclosure Communication Ports