QCard Controller

The QCard™ is a Single Board Computer (SBC) that packs a microcontroller, up to 1 megabyte of memory, communications, analog and digital IO (input/output), and an expansion IO bus on a tiny low-cost board. This 2" x 2.5" computer is perfect for space-constrained applications and dramatically cuts the cost of data acquisition and control. Easily programmed using either the C or Forth language, it is ideal for machine automation, industrial control, robotics, handheld data acquisition, and portable scientific instruments.

The IO-rich QCard hosts a 16 MHz Motorola 68HC11 microcontroller, 512K Flash and 128K RAM (expandable to 512K), and 512 bytes of EEPROM. On-board I/O includes 8 digital I/O lines with counter/timer capabilities, 8 analog inputs, a fast synchronous SPI serial interface, and dual RS232/485 serial ports. An optional real-time clock tracks the calendar and time of day and battery-backs the 128K RAM.

The QCard is easily programmable in C, Forth or Assembly using any PC. Embedded programming tools include an interactive debugger, a multitasking executive, and comprehensive device-driver libraries.

To communicate with the QCard via USB, order a USB to RS232 adapter and cable (see QCC-USB on Ordering page).

• You can find price and delivery information on Mosaic's website, or contact us directly.
• You may also want to expand your I/O capabilities with some Compatible Accessories.

If you don't find an answer in the documents here, feel free to contact us for help with your application.

Take a look at the QCard Users Guide.

See also → QCard Users Guide