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Can I generate KHZ square waveform with USB-6501

Hello,
Can I use USB-6501 to generate kilohertz square wave form with variable duty cycle for modulating my electronics? If not, what is the economic solution for me? I profer USB interface. Thanks.
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Hi xshang,

The USB-6501 does not have the capability to generate a hardware timed pulse train.  However, a pulse train could be produced with a digital line and some software timing.  It would involve toggling a digital line within a loop structure.  In this situation, the pulse train would of course be software timed, and at the mercy of the operating system.

As an alternative device, our USB-6210 would be a good recommendation.  It is a member of our M Series class of data acquisition cards which can output a hardware timed pulse train via the onboard clock source.  For more information on this product, please visit the product page here.


Regards,
Andrew W
National Instruments
 
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