System design
The encoder controller needs some prerequisites to be used.
5V power supply via microUSB socket
Ethernet network for communication
automatic IP-v4 address assignment via DHCP
Controller software
These necessary conditions can be fulfilled by the following devices:
USB plug-in power supply unit, USB hub with external power supply or USB connection of the PC
Ethernet switch provides the node between the encoder controller and the PC
DHCP server for automatic address assignment. A Router that provides an Internet connection has a DHCP server built in. This server assigns IP addresses to new devices in the network. Such a router does not need to have an Internet connection to use the DHCP function. Usually an Ethernet switch is integrated, which is sufficient for first tests.
Alternatively, DHCP software can be installed on the Windows PC to implement such an IP address assignment.
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Principle representation of a network with the encoder controller
The controller is used in building a cockpit panel PC.