This approach means that the task of adding more optical driver channels, or changing from single to dual graphics scanning channels can be completed in minutes rather than hours. Unipolar and Bipolar driver cards share identical interconnections and can be readily exchanged. Unipolar cards are commonly used for driving effect motors and opto-mechanical beam switching devices. Bipolar drivers may be used in the same applications, but are more useful in driving linear effects such as intensity faders and low speed open loop scanners. Galvo driver cards all include LED indicators for rapid tuning and diagnosis of scanning systems, AGC regulation, and X - Y signal patching and inversion.
Cards are available with optional temperature stabilization, and heavy duty heatsinking.
A compatible design for Cambridge scanners will be available in the near future. For permanent installations, the Animation Processor card is the trouble free answer to graphics storage and playback requirements. No bulky computer, no tapes or tape deck, no videodisks or players required. X - Y scanner channels depending upon the color requirements for each. Of course, the Animation cards plug right in alongside the drivers in the card cage to minimize the size and weight of the system, putting the maximum value into the smallest package.