Data Acquisition System Overview - HP 34970A User Manual

System Overview
This chapter provides an overview of a computer-based system and
describes the parts of a data acquisition system. This chapter is divided
into the following sections:
Data Acquisition System Overview, see below
Signal Routing and Switching, starting on page 57
Measurement Input, starting on page 60
Control Output, starting on page 67

Data Acquisition System Overview

You can use the HP 34970A as a stand-alone instrument but there are
many applications where you will want to take advantage of the built-in
PC connectivity features. A typical data acquisition system is shown below.
Computer
and Software Interface Cable
50
Plug-in
HP 34970A Modules
Transducers,
System Sensors,
Cabling and Events