Datastick Systems Unveils Innovative Data Acquisition Solutions for Palm Handhelds

Strategic Insights -

Datastick Systems, Inc. recently announced the introduction of four new products that enable Palm handheld users to measure and record temperature data with unprecedented flexibility and precision. The MyCorder DAS-1206 general-purpose data acquisition system, showcased by Palm, Inc., and the DAS-101T temperature data acquisition system, displayed at the Palm Booth at PC Expo in New York City, are two key additions to the company's product lineup. These innovative solutions simplify temperature data acquisition, providing users with a convenient and powerful tool for various applications.

Key Takeaways:

  • The MyCorder DAS-1206 general-purpose data acquisition system features six channels for measuring and recording temperature, pressure, and 3D acceleration.
  • Datastick Connection Plus software adds features such as alarms and threshold-sensitive recording to the existing Datastick Connection software, allowing users to customize their data acquisition experience.
  • The MyCorder DAS-101T thermocouple data acquisition system offers a low-cost, single-channel solution for temperature logging, with an update rate of approximately 8 Hz.
  • The top-of-the-line MyCorder DAS-1642T system includes two channels, with one dedicated thermocouple channel, plus a multirange 16-bit analog channel that accepts virtually any type of analog sensor.
  • Datastick Thermo software provides dedicated temperature-only software for both products in the Thermocouple Series, featuring a large numeric temperature display and graphical temperature bar.
  • The new products are scheduled to ship in August, with prices ranging from $125 (Datastick Connection Plus) to $475 (DAS-1642T system).
  • Datastick Systems' solutions are designed to drive analog multiplexing, with a built-in amplifier and adjustable filter ensuring a clean, low-noise signal.
  • The company offers a software developer's kit for qualified developers interested in creating custom applications, as well as enterprise programs for OEMs, integrators, and developers.

Statistics:

  • The MyCorder DAS-1206 system logs analog data from up to 6 channels.
  • Datastick Connection Plus software allows users to set alarms and thresholds for recording based on input channels, with three different alarm thresholds per channel.
  • The DAS-101T temperature data acquisition system has an update rate of approximately 8 Hz.
  • The top-of-the-line MyCorder DAS-1642T system offers a sample rate of approximately 20 Hz.
  • The new products are expected to ship in August, with prices ranging from $125 to $475.

Sources:

  • "Business Editors & High Tech Writers PC Expo 2000"
  • June 27, 2000, Datastick Systems, Inc.
  • "Datastick Systems, Inc. Unveils Innovative Data Acquisition Solutions for Palm Handhelds"
  • PC Expo, New York City, June 26-29, 2000
  • Datastick Systems, Inc. Press Release
  • Datastick, MyCorder, Datastick Thermo, and Datastick Connection are trademarks of Datastick Systems, Inc.