High Country Tek DVC80 - Manual (Page 9)

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1 DVC System and Software
1.1 Introduction
The DVC module family is user programmable with combinations of modules able to support a wide range of
hydraulic control applications. The DVC5, DVC7 and DVC10 are the master controllers and their flexible hardware
and software allow them to run many hydraulic control applications as a single module. This user guide illustrates
the techniques to create and maintain user applications that run on the DVC5/7/10 and the DVC family of expansion
modules. Instructions on how to use the DVC programming tools are provided along with definitions, programming
steps and examples. The DVC5/7/10 is programmable using the Programming Tools described in this manual. You
simply select the project type you are designing for via a main menu item. Programs written for the DVC5 are
compatible with the DVC10 whereas a DVC10 program may not be backward compatible with the DVC5 since the
DVC5 supports fewer components. The DVC7 has new features that when used by an application may require some
programming changes to port the application to the DVC5/10.
1.2 The DVC System Overview
The DVC5/7/10 modules are the main control modules for all other DVC series modules. You program them using
the graphical Programming Tool on your Windows PC. The provided PC based Program Loader Monitor software is
used for debugging and monitoring your executing program.
Your program defines the logic that controls your system while graphical displays are used to configure all of the
system input and output parameters. The DVC5/7/10 BIOS software provides high-level data to your program
regarding the state of each of your system inputs while the actual input/output electrical interfacing to sensors,
joysticks, potentiometers and valves is automatically handled for you.
The DVC5/7/10 and all DVC expansion modules are packaged in small rugged enclosures. All connectors are sealed
and each module is encapsulated to withstand extreme conditions in harsh operating environments. The hardened
enclosures allow you to locate the DVC modules near the sensors, valves, etc. they will control. This can greatly
minimize the amount of cabling in your system and significantly lower your costs.