The lane controller provides the interface point between the lane peripheral equipment and the host computer system. The lane programs and decision-making logic also run in the lane controller. The lane controller enclosure houses the CPU, the lane interface devices, and the multi-port serial interface.
The lane controller is an ISA passive back-plane based PC. It provides a real-time clock, a high-speed network interface to the plaza, and built-in serial and parallel I/O. The single-board computer is mounted in a passive back-plane configuration for reduced maintenance and increased reliability. Low power consumption and a high airflow cooling system are used to maintain low operating temperatures. The system is rated, however, for continuous operation at 60 degrees C.
The system uses a buffered multi-port serial interface (an adapter board) that plugs directly into the lane controller. A Serial Lane Interface (SLI) card provides an interface to the 4-contact treadle and the digital I/O functions through a single RS-232 line to the lane controller.
The collector terminal interfaces with the lane controller to provide local data storage. The two units are capable of stand-alone operation (without the plaza host) and statistical data storage in excess of 144 hours.
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Lane Controller