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Our work begins mostly, where capability in practical operation and productivity of conventional 

measurement and test systems end. We specialize in the development of creative solutions 

for demanding applications. Our philosophy is: “Creating future instead of chasing trends. We 

convince with hearty ideas and accurate, reliable measurement technology beyond the decimal 

point.“ 

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Content 

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“He who ceases to become better 

has ceased to be good.“ 

Philip Rosenthal 

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Preface 

Bruno Hörter 

CEO 

Petra Noske-Mahseredjian 

Prokuristin 

http://xing.com/profile/ 

Bruno_Hoerter 

In my anniversary speech of June 28, 2008 I ventured a 

look into the future: 

“Our creativity and innovation will continue to lead us. 

In the future, we will keep working on developing our 

products and tackling challenges and new tasks with 

enthusiasm. From today‘s perspective, the future looks 

very good. We will be in a position to specialize more 

and more in the growing demands of our customers in 

full competence and enthusiasm. In addition to the highest 

attained technical standards, we will continue to do 

everything in accordance to our personal and corporate 

philosophy in terms of care for our customers. Service 

and availability will remain our top priorities. 

Based on these proven pillars, the healthy growth of our 

company will stand strong and firm...“ 

http://xing.com/profile/ 

Petra_NoskeMahseredjian 

In 2013, we celebrated our 30th anniversary. Throughout 

these years we have had great success at working 

to fulfill our goals and visions. The company has 

developed consistently. Today, you find our clientele in 

more than 36 countries and a local office in Hungary 

helps us serving our customers locally. In our newly built 

MCD center we hardly have the time to look back at 

30 years of creativity and innovation since management 

and staff are constantly full of new ideas and energy. 

Therefore, the motto of the book is “We put our HEART 

and sould into testing“. We want to shape the future 

rather than chase trends. 

As Philip Rosenthal said, “He who ceases to become 

better has ceased to be good.“ 

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MCD Center 

On November 2 nd , 2011, we moved into our new headquarters in the industrial park in the ‘Dammfeld’ area in 

Birkenfeld, Germany. Since then, we had the pleasure of welcoming many visitors and are pleased with the 

consistent positive impressions left behind. 

During the planning phase, we placed our main focus 

on the needs of our customers, employees and 

of course, an optimal work flow. We feel comfortable 

here at our headquarters which has become more 

than just a workplace. 

Our various communication centers serve as a place 

where we can hold informal conversations, exchange 

business information, or develop new ideas. We now 

have plenty of room for new ideas and for healthy 

growth. 

Everything has been thought of, high-speed fiber 

optic data links, training rooms, cafeteria with catering, 

meeting rooms, show rooms and a gym for our employees. 

There was nothing left out. 

Our offices in the USA and Hungary can even benefit 

from direct access to our data center. 

We are very pleased with our headquarters and even 

more so to have accomplished a big step towards the 

future. 

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MCD Center 

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We have the Hots for Challenges!

Our Passion... 

...measurement technology to the decimal point. We love the challenge; therefore, we develop customized 

innovative test systems “Made in Germany“ with highly skilled technicians and engineers. 

History 

In 1983 the ground stone was laid for a successful 

future. Four young men had a vision of a product 

that can be used worldwide with quality superior to 

all competition. In their spare time, they developed 

an attenuator to control the RF level of transmission 

and test equipment. After many long hours of development 

and testing, their vision became a reality. An 

attenuator with incredible durability and precision was 

developed. Shortly after, they found a Danish company, 

which wanted to integrate this attenuator into their 

stations and to market it worldwide. It had already 

been clear then that the preparation of the calibration 

line was only the beginning of what was to come. The 

passion for customer-specific measurement technology 

was already present and only growing. 

The success of this product has shown us that it pays 

off to approach seemingly impossible tasks with expertise 

and creativity. And even today, we realize every 

single idea for the same reasons as we did back 

then. 

Today 

MCD is a privately held company that delivers the 

world‘s most complex testing and automation technology. 

The systems are used by major corporations 

as well as for production of medium-sized companies 

and testing of electronic and mechatronic assemblies. 

With the test systems of MCD it is possible to test, 

for example, vehicle components, such as electronic 

control devices, steering wheel modules, switches, radios 

and navigation systems. They range from simple 

test fixtures for product validation through to fully automated 

test cells, which are integrated into production 

lines. Customers in the automotive, aerospace, 

medicine, energy and household appliances sectors 

have their test systems developed and manufactured 

by MCD. 

Our developments are innovative. This is because 

they come from the application and they come from 

our customers. Often our customers are the innovators. 

On the basis of good cooperation with our commitment, 

we build MCD measurement technology 

further. 

We provide everything from the concept to commissioning, 

on site. At MCD, you receive everything from 

one hand. 

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We provide everything from the concept to commissioning, on site. 

At MCD, you receive everything from one hand.

Figures, Dates and Facts 

With our medium-sized enterprise, we are among the technological leaders when it comes to complex, mechatronic 

and fully automated test and measurement systems. 

Business 

Founded in 1983 

Owner-managed 

Headquartered in Birkenfeld 

70 employees worldwide (2014) 

Quality 

Certified according to DIN ISO 9001 

Turnover 

11 million EUR (2013) 

Partners 

Meilhaus Electronic GmbH 

CAMTEC System electronic GmbH 

ASYS Automation Systems GmbH 

Engmatec GmbH 

GÖPEL electronic GmbH 

Dr. Wiesner Steuerungstechnik GmbH 

Group 

MCD Elektronik GmbH 

MCD North America Inc. 

MCD Elektronik Hungary 

MCF Technologie GmbH 

MHGT Elektronik GdbR 

HT Elektronik GdbR 

Customers - Industry 

Automotive 

(Special) Machine 

Plant Engineering 

Medical 

Defense and Security Technology 

Quality Technology 

Household Appliances 

Sensor- and Aircraft Construction 

Area of Responsibilities 

Project Planning 

Construction 

Mechanics 

Software 

Application 

Production 

Documentation 

Commissioning 

Training 

Development 

Calibration 

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company´s history 

1993 1998 

1983 1988 

[2 VISIONS AND 4 YOUNG 

MEN] 

[FIRST FAIR] 

[MEASURE, TEST, MATCH 

WITH MCD-INTELLECT] 

[ENDURANCE 

MCD has set yet another high 

standard by establishing its 

new headquarters in a new industrial 

park. The departments 

have been expanded and the 

developments are consistently 

headed towards the future. 

The vision of a MCD headquarters 

has become reality. 

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Under our motto, „To make 

the impossible possible“, MCD 

presented itself at the Productronica 

Fair 1987 in Munich for 

the first time. the interest of the 

visitors was enormous. Since 

then, MCD has grown continuously. 

MCD develops many special 

devices and machines for the 

most different requirements, 

and tests, among other things, 

radio clocks, automotive components 

or Pay-Tv decoder. 

One of the sp 

ments of that 

a test-bench 

testing of gas 

curlers. Over a 

several 1000 

rement data fo 

start-up behav 

sumption, hea 

well as cool-of 

be recorded an

2008 2013 

2003 

TEST] [PRODUCTRONICA IN MUNICH] [MCD NORTH AMERICA INC.] [NEW HEADQUARTERS] 

ecial developperiod 

included 

for long-term 

-powered hair 

time period of 

hours, measur 

temperature, 

ior, gas cont-up 

curves as 

f values had to 

d evaluated. 

During the PRODUCTRONI- 

CA in Munich, MCD presented 

measurement systems, control 

functions, and the MCD 

software with integrated core 

interpreter. 

MCD continues on its path 

of growth and establishes an 

operational subsidiary in the 

USA - MCD North America, 

Inc. 

MCD has set yet another high 

standard by establishing its 

new headquarters. The developments 

are consistently headed 

towards the future. 

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Quality requires care and reliability to the decimal point. 

We take care of that.

Quality to the decimal point 

Together with our customers we design test systems 

that ensure the quality of their products. Thus, quality 

and customer satisfaction is our highest priority and is 

the basis of our daily work. The framework of our daily 

work forms our quality management, which is fulfilled 

by our MCD employees. Here, each employee can 

state his/her suggestions for improvement from his/ 

her experience. These are discussed and analyzed 

at our QM meetings. That way we continuously make 

improvements in order to optimize customer-oriented 

work processes. 

In addition, two internal audits are conducted annually, 

in which our quality team ensures that the quality 

of MCD is constantly evolving. All of these procedures 

are reviewed by our team. Through the use of customer 

satisfaction surveys, employee surveys and internal 

audits, we regularly put ourselves to the test. This 

quality is certified by TÜV Süd according to 

DIN EN ISO 9001 certification. 

What also distinguishes our Quality 

Years of experience - 

We have been active and successful in the market 

since 1983. 

Fast Service - 

In emergencies we are on the job. In case of failure, 

our technicians can be there within 48-hours, regardless 

of location. 

Full Service - 

We offer everything from concept to commissioning 

and completion of a project and help you find solutions 

to your problems. 

Dependability - 

We know the competence and performance capabilities 

of our products in detail. This functional safety of 

our products is an excellent foundation for customerspecific 

applications. 

Sustainability - 

Requirements may change; therefore the usage of 

your measurement system should adapt to change as 

well. No problem for MCD: Our instruments and systems 

are expandable and can grow with your needs. 

Today in the development department, tomorrow in 

production. 

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United we are strong 

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Cooperation Partners 

We are an open-minded and partner-oriented business. Through collaboration with automation partners, complete 

assembly and manufacturing plants with an integrated test can be created by us. 

Meilhaus Electronic GmbH 

With headquarters in Puchheim near Munich, ME belongs 

to the leading European designers, manufacturers 

and sales companies in the field of computer 

measurement and interface technology. Together 

with Meilhaus, we offer professional applications from 

MCD software and Meilhaus data acquisition boards. 

www.meilhaus.de/en 

CAMTEC Systemelektronik GmbH 

CAMTEC, based in Pfinztal-Berghausen, develops 

and manufactures advanced power supplies and 

components for automation, mechanical engineering 

and the electronic industry. The result is products with 

outstanding properties in terms of quality, technology 

and market conformity. 

www.camtec-powersupplies.com 

Engmatec GmbH 

The Engmatec Corporation, headquartered in Radolfzell 

on Lake Constance, has provided for many years 

customer-specific solutions in automation, test and 

measurement technology. 

www.engmatec.de 

ASYS Automatisierungssysteme GmbH 

The Asys corporate group, headquartered in Dornstadt 

near Ulm, develops and manufactures handling 

equipment, process and special machines for the 

electronic and solar industries and is also a key player 

in terms of process automation. 

www.asys.de 

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United we are strong

Cooperation Partners 

GÖPEL electronic GmbH 

As a leading provider GOEPEL electronic develops 

and manufactures intelligent solutions for the test of 

mounted PCBs and electronic devices. 

www.goepel.com 

MCD is „select member“ and a strategic development 

partner for software and hardware to support the technologies 

VarioTAP, VarioCORE and perspective developments. 

In addition, MCD acts as a „value added 

reseller“ for VarioTAP models as well as a system integrator 

for turnkey solutions out of OEM basis. 

Dr. Wiesner Steuerungstechnik 

As a specialist in leak detection test systems, Dr. 

Wiesner knows the wishes of customers from the automotive, 

fittings, electrical engineering, aerospace or 

medical technology industries. 

Whether for fully automated systems for functional 

tests, flow-through tests, leak tests or for serial testing 

and testing integration into a production line- Dr. 

Wiesner’s control technology has the solution 

www.drwiesner.com 

 

Scan your QR- 

Code and go 

directly to our 

Göpel-Website! 

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MCD Promotes Young Forces Of Tomorrow

Promoting Youth 

We pass on our strengths and push ahead vigorously with the training of professionals. Through our commitment, 

we want to be a role model and help shape our future economy and the region. 

It is very essential for MCD to not only develop new 

products, but also to develop new business. This requires 

having first-class professionals on board and 

promoting their potentials. Just as MCD had enthusiasm 

and passion for technology then, we want to 

encourage and inspire young people with that same 

vibe today. 

Every year, MCD hires 2-3 trainees/students to be 

trained. The trainees are introduced and integrated in 

almost every department. With confidence and responsible 

tasks, we want to awaken joy and enthusiasm 

at work. It is important for us to have experienced 

staff working closely with the young talents. That way, 

both sides can learn from each other – hands-on experience 

on the one hand, and new innovative ideas 

on the other. 

We also offer students qualified support for their theses 

and internships. The work will not only be put on 

paper but implemented as well. It is not uncommon 

here that product development is promoted and marketed. 

In cooperation with the Chamber of Commerce, the 

Student Engineering Academy (SIA) and the Professional 

Education GmbH, workshops and project days 

for pupils and students are organized by the trainees. 

Here, students are allowed, for example, to write software 

programs that perform acoustic tests on their 

own MP3 players and then present their findings. In 

this case, girls especially lose touch aversion to technical 

careers. In cooperation with these institutions, 

we encourage new methods of practice-oriented learning 

and the young professionals of tomorrow. 

In addition to the numerous training courses, we offer 

young people and students the opportunity to get a 

glimpse of work in real life. We encourage interns to 

get involved in all our departments in order to facilitate 

the correct career choice. 

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Meet the People behind MCD Elektronik

Our Community 

Through the MCD community we represent ourselves and the topics that command our involvement. Click 

through! We look forward to great conversations and feedback. In order to obtain mobile information, activate 

the QR reader on your mobile and scan the barcodes below. 

www.facebook.com/mcdelektronik 

www.xing.com/companies/mcdelektronikgmbh 

www.twitter.com/mcd_elektronik 

www.youtube.com/user/mcdelektronik 


google.com/+Mcd-elektronikDe 

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Athletic Performances with MCD

MCD Sports 

MCD has a lot to offer from a sports perspective as well - from the company‘s own gym, to equipping our 

employees with running and cycling jerseys as well as sponsoring the first female handball team, TV Birkenfeld. 

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Experience MCD Live

MCD on Tour 

Meet MCD at the world‘s largest existing electronics trade shows, or in the Olympic Tower 181 meters above 

Munich. You are welcome to make an appointment and receive a free ticket. Log in or simply contact us. 

We look forward to your visit! 

Productronica 

10.-13. November 15, 

New trade fair in Munich, Germany 

Productronica Munich 

Every two years in November 

International trade fair for innovative electronics production. 

www.mcd-elektronik.com/fair 

Electronica 

New trade fair in Munich, Germany 

Every two years in November 

International trade fair for components, 

systems and applications. 


08.-11. November 16, 

Electronica Munich 

High-Tech at the Olympic Tower 

Olympic Tower in Munich, Germany 

Every year in June/July 

Measurement technology event of Meilhaus Electronic 


24.-25. Juni 15, 

Olympiaturm Munich 

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MEASUREMENT 

FUNCTIONAL TESTER 

RELIABLE 

FLEXIBLE 

DEVELOPMENT 

PRECISE 

TEST STAND 

APPLICATION 

ELECTRONIC 

TESTING SOFTWARE 

DESIGN 

MECHANIC 

OFFLINE SYSTEMS 

TESTING SYSTEMS 

CALIBRATION 

EOL TESTER 

CONTROL SYSTEMS DIN EN ISO 9001 

BOARDS 

TRAINING 

MEASUREMENT SOFTWARE 

INLINE SYSTEMS 

QUALITY 

AUDIO ME 

VIDEO ME 

IMAGING 

INDIVIDUAL 

CALIBRATION 

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ASUREMENT 

ASUREMENT 

MCD Product line 

APPLINE - Application Examples 33 

SOFTLINE - Measurement Software 87 

MODLINE - Modular Measurement Systems 129 

CONLINE - Control Systems 139 

BOARDLINE - Boards 147 

AVIDLINE- Audio-/Video-Measurements 173 

PIXLINE - Image Processing 181 

SERVICELINE - Service 187 

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No customer is the same. Our systems are tailored to the individual requirements of our customers and 

we still remain flexible. This led to a wide range of solutions and products at MCD Elektronik. In this 

chapter we present a selection of our already existing projects. It was often astonishing to which extent 

the MCD Team has already been able to successfully implement projects. You will find further insight to 

our product range in the following pages.

Appline 

InCircuit Test System Page 35 

End-of-Line Test System 37 

Sensor EOL Test System 39 

Laser EOL Test System 41 

EOL Test System External Mirror 43 

EOL Test System Power Windows 45 

EOL Test System Solar Control Unit 47 

Infotainment Test System 49 

Universal LowCost System 51 

Repair Test System 53 

Assembly and Test Station 55 

Fully Automatic Test Lines 57 

Offline Test Station 59 

Step Adapter 61 

Test Boxes for Vehicle Operating Devices 63 

Special System Most 150 Pigtails 65 

RunIn System 67 

Test System for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, UMTS 69 

EOL-Tester for Antenna Amplifier 71 

EOL-Tester for Operating Device Panels 73 

Optical + Electrical Test Stand 75 

Vaildation Tester „Respimat“ 77 

Flexible Maunfacturing of Modular Test Line 79 

Endurance Test of Switch Modules 81 

Test System for Level Sensors 83 

Screening Box 85 

APPLICATIONS 

33

Rotary Table Test Station Loading Station 

 

Link to the 

Video 

http://youtu.be/DcU0Y1YBeUE 

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InCircuit Test System 

MCD developed an InCircuit test system for a sensor specialist. It is a semi-automatic test station with integrated 

rotary table that tests assembled electronic modules such as fan controllers. 

Testing and features: 

• Pass/fail indicator through red/green light 

• Automatic “Golden Device“ procedure 

• Four test stations 

• Loading station with a 2D mini-scanner 

• ICT-Component test prior to assembly 

• Functionality test: (electrical) current balance, 

voltage, frequency and current measurement 

• Temperature is simulated and tested 

• Illustration and operation of the test stations 

are done via a touch screen monitor 

• Display and visualization through C# interface 

• Mechanical handling through PLC 

• Light barrier acts as a security device (rotary 

indexing table stops automatically) 

• A compressed air supply prevents the devices 

from overheating during the test sequence 

• A Mutex Server provides the level of communication 

between multiple TestManager instances 

• If a device is proven to be defective, a ‘fail‘ label 

is printed and attached 

Examples for application of InCircuit 

Test Systems: 

• Motor control device 

• Switch assemblies 

• Interface modules 

• etc. 

APPLICATIONS 

35

Loading Station Test Station Control Unit 

 

Link to the 

Video 

http://youtu.be/JbCNepoxrbo 

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End-of-Line Test System 

End-of-Line inspection systems are able to stimulate and measure the functions of mechanical parts and systems. 

The quality of the manufactured devices will be reviewed and made permanently safe. The tested samples 

can then go directly to dispatch. 


• Pass/fail labeler 

• Insertion station with 2D mini-scanner 

• Force-measurement 

• Check if inserted/positioned correctly 

• Compression of the housing cover 

• Mapping and operation of the test stations 

via a touch screen monitor 

• Indication and visualization of C# EXT-surface 

• A density test runs parallel and independently to 

test procedure 

• Functionality of the pressure equalizing membrane 

is tested via excess pressure and ventilation 

• Pass or fail label is applied automatically and 

read-back to the data consistence 

• Test sequence runs on clock timing 

Examples for application of EOL Test Systems: 

• Measurement of mechanical elements 

• Quality assessment at delivery 

• Testing of control elements 

• Force/Displacement measurement 

• Final testing of various devices 

• Keypad test systems 

• Infotainment systems 

• Car mirrors inside/outside 

• Lighting units 

• etc. 

APPLICATIONS 

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Loading Station Mechanics Control via MechIO

Sensor EOL Test System 

We implemented a test system for level and chassis sensors, which was designed for 20 different variants for a 

well-known development partner in the automotive industry. 


• The variants release one or two analog signals 

or an analog signal and PWM-signal 

• They differ also in lever geometry, the calibration 

angle, the programmed characteristics, and 

the lever guidance 

• On the test station, the sensors are programmed 

then a complete inspection is carried out 

• The giver signals are measured over a 370° 

rotation and evaluated afterwards 

• Programming and verification of two so called 

“DIEs“ of a sensor 

Examples for application of EOL Test Systems: 







• Testing and calibration of smart sensors 

• Examination of light curtains 

• Testing of safety components 

• etc. 

APPLICATIONS 

Equipment components: 

• Touch Screen monitor 

• LabView ® Software application 

• Mechanical controller unit MIO1616 

• Special workplace 

• Industrial computer 

• NI-Motion and DAQ components 

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Software Surface Loading Station Control System MechIO16

Laser EOL Test System 

A complex system used for marking of rotation angle sensors was developed and built by us. The marking laser 

is enclosed in a protective housing in the system. The extraction station is outside the compact laser cell. 


1. Insert/Removal station 

• Inspected sensors are inserted into a technical 

turntable with indexing and a 2-fold contacting 

position 

• Per turntable nest (4x) two sensors are 

tested parallel to each other 

• Manual feeding of the sensors to a double 

analysis and a laser station 

• Automatic feeding to an IO-Handling-System 

2. Evaluation station 

• Two Sensor-ICs are simultaneously evaluated 

via the programmer 

3. Laser station 

• IO parts are lasered according to customer 

requirements 

and is type-dependent. 

5. Insert/Removal station 

• The NIO handling takes place by manual 

removal of the test items by an operator and 

the release into a sensor monitored NIO parts 

container. The sensor is located in the entrance 

of a regular downspout. The container is 

lockable. 

Examples for application of EOL Systems: 







• etc. 

APPLICATIONS 

4. Line up/Automatic IO Handling 

• The lasered sensors are transported with the 

automatic handling system from the laser 

station to the removal station. There the test 

item is brought to a quadruple line storage for 

IO parts. Each test item has a 1-Axial-Linear- 

System treatment method and an automatic 

turning unit (pneumatic) for reverse storage 

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Drawer for test object 3 cameras for optical testing testing of the mirror 

Offline version 

 

Link to the 

Video 

goo.gl/yqJtZV 

42

EOL Test System External Mirror 

With these systems, different types of external mirrors are fully automated tested. 

Testing and functions: 

• Mirror alignment testing, Gearbox assembly 

• Motor currents when shifting 

• Adjustment angle, speed over 

image processing 

• Recognition of curved, plan and 

spherical lenses 

• Testing of automatic dimming of 

the mirror glass 

• Reading of lettering on the 

mirror surface 

• Retractable mirror 

• Heating test 

• Control via bus protocols 

Application examples: 

• Testing of internal and external mirror 

• Optical testing of components 

• Testing of control panels 

• Display testing 

• Assembly checks 

• Offline and Inline testing 

APPLICATIONS 

Fixture: 

• MCD TestManager, DataManager 

• MCD LIN Bus Tool 

• MCD Image Processing 

• MCD UMS Systems 

Inline version 

43

Haptic Measurement Defective-part Handling SPS Dialogue 

Rotary Table with 6 stations 

44

EOL Test System Power Windows 

Rotary table as EOL test system for testing of motor vehicle power window switches for haptic measurement 

(torque measurement) and electrical tests (switch resistance test). Power window switches tests are operated 

in the system as double testing (cycle time: 4 sec.). 

A rotary table motor drive with 6-speed turntable 

pitch is integrated into the work station. Inserted 

into the rotary table are 6 interchangeable test 

item fixtures. The components can be contacted 

pneumatically. 


• Sensor Supervised NIO Pareto discharging 

double belt 

• The components are contacted pneumatically 

(6-fold contacting in double nest 

occurs respectively horizontally from front 0°, 

horizontally from 

rear 180° and vertically from bottom) 

Fixtures: 

• Mobil Panel operating unit 

• Control of a Pareto NIO placement area with 

pneumatic handling system (XYZ rotation handling) 

• Control CO² laser marking incl. 

extraction and precaution 

• Controlling of the torque measurement 

• FMEA in design with risk assessment 

and risk analysis of the device 

• MSA by procedure 1 and 3 

APPLICATIONS 

Examples of use: 

• Mechanical staggering circuit test 

• optical components testing 

• Evaluation of test results with statistical 

records and evaluations 

• Haptic with electrical 

resistance testing 

• Component marking or labeling with 

laser, error code, batch number 

• Automatic defective-part Handling 

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Safety Control Testing of Control Unit Tracker Unit 

Quality control of solar controls 

and control units 

46

EOL Test System Solar Control Unit 

For a very innovative customer from the solar industry, we realized a test station for the quality control of solar 

controls and control units. 

The system checks and calibrates the positioning 

controllers for high efficiency solar cells in power 

plants. For this purpose, electric tensions are processed 

up to 1000 volts. A special controller continuously 

monitors the safety of the cells and allows 

no unwanted access. 


• Checking of the movement mechanisms 

(Tilt and rotation angles) 

• Testing and calibration of lighting angle and 

solar energy 

• Drive and control units for the 

Actuators in AC and DC area 

• Communication with the Field Communication 

Distribution Panel 

• Currents and voltages 

Fixtures: 

• 2 high-performance power supplies for solar 

applications 

up to 1000 V 

• AC and DC motors for positioning control 

• Safety control with 

programmable unit 

• Control unit for voltages up to 1500 V 

APPLICATIONS 


• Testing of electronic control assemblies 

• Testing of motor drive systems 

• Testing of power inverters 

• Testing of complex control cabinets 

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Needle Bed Universal Adaption Interface MCD LVDS Switch Analyzer

Infotainment Test System 

Infotainment motherboards are tested and programmed with this Test System. The system is constructed modularly 

and is easily adaptable to future requirements. 


• Voltage and current measurements 

• Analog and digital video test 

• Testing and programming of the various blocks 

on the devices 

• Audio Test via MCD AudioAnalyzer Software 

• Two samples are tested parallel 

• Highly complex contacting of the RF connector 

• Universal multiplexing 

• High frequency activation for tuner and GPS 

• 2D barcode scanning for measurement recording 

and type differentiation 

• Maximum, minimum and absolute value 

comparisons 

Examples for application of functional 

test systems: 

• Testing of various electronic units 

• Functional testing of components 

• Tuner modules 

• Connector test 

• Review and comparison of printed circuit boards 

• etc. 

APPLICATIONS 


• RF Transmitter with Stereo and RDS 

• RF Terminal 

• GPS Simulator 

• Computer system with AudioAnalyzer Software 

• TestManager licenses 

• Measurement system UMS1300ME 

• LVDS Switch Analyzer 

The integrated LVDS Switch Analyzer is the result of 

an internal development of MCD Elektronik. 

The Analyzer was developed as part of a test system. 

With the Analyzer, the digital color information of any 

line within a video image can be recorded and evaluated. 

In addition, a 2-wire LVDS signal from one of four 

inputs is deserialized and the information contained 

within is recorded. The signal of the same or a different 

input can be transmitted to the LVDS output and 

from there be forwarded to a reference display. 

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Downholder Control Board Removable Cartridge

Universal LowCost System 

As part of the funding of ZIM-SOLO by the BMWi, we developed an inexpensive and handy system that is used 

for testing and programming of printed circuit boards, components or test samples. 

Performance: 

• Planning, software, and application creation is 

simple and easy to implement, as it allows 

access to many standard elements 

• Expandability 

• Very simple, straightforward system with a wide 

variety of options 

• The standard design contains only these 

components used regularly 

• Adapter and removable cartridge are 

inexpensive to manufacture 

• Optimal access to needle bed for 

commissioning, debugging, and troubleshooting 

• Flexible multiplexing, integrated component 

measurement functions 

Examples for application of ULC systems: 

• Programming and testing of electrical 

boards, components and test samples 

• Functional testing of components 

• End-of-Line testing 

• Universally applicable for various requirements 

• etc. 

APPLICATIONS 


• Measurement system UMS1300 ULC 

• ULC measurement and control board 

• Removable cartridge 

• TestManager Classic Edition Software 

• Touch screen monitor 

The system is virtually maintenance free, can adapt 

to new requirements and calibrate itself after a given 

time. The integrated software TestManager Classic 

Edition includes intelligent features that make programming 

and self-adaptation of the test samples 

possible. 

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Repair Adapter Contacting Front Connection Box 

Table Work Station 

Rack Work Station 

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Repair Test System 

Repair-, Offline- and Commissioning systems come into action wherever an inline plant is ruled out, because 

it is necessary to handle the test sample manually by an operator. The repair station consists of a table or rack 

work station with measuring and control devices and adapter with associated connection box. 


• Automatic voltage and current measurements 

• Manual voltage measurements with probes and 

limit value control 

• Programming of the boards 

• Communication with the test samples via 

RS232, Ethernet, CAN, MOST, etc. 

• Bluetooth and GPS Test 

• Audio measurements 

• Automatic transfer of test programs 

• Keyboard simulation test 

• Test of the serial input and output 

Examples for application of repair test station: 

• Analysis of faulty parts in series production 

• Test adapter for devices with small numbers 

• Commissioning adapter for lab samples 

• Tester for control panel with visual verification 

• etc. 

APPLICATIONS 


• Table or rack work station 

• Measurement system UMS1300 ME 

• Connection box 

• TestManager Classic Edition Software 

• Repair- and commissioning adapter 

• Audio Gain Controller 

• Control MIO1616 

• Oscilloscope with interface and measurement 

functions via testing software 

The adaption is designed as a swivel adapter. The 

solder side and component side are freely accessible 

for repairs or analysis from both sides. By inserting 

the removable mounting brackets, testing of PCB‘s as 

well as fully assembled test samples is possible. A series 

of test systems is also possible. 

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Adaption Functional Test Hand Press for Assembly EOL Adaption with Barcode Scanner

Assembly and Test Station 

In July 2011, a system with 3 stations for final assembly and testing of motor vehicle controls was sent to China. 

1st Station - Functional Tester, 2nd station - Assembly Station, 3rd - End-of-Line Test System. 

1st Station - Functional Tester: 

• Power balance, voltage, frequency and power 

measurements up to 50 amps 

• A 2D barcode scanner in the adapter registers 

and identifies the test sample once it is inserted 

into the adapter 

• Mechanical design of MCD PIC8IO 

• Overheating is counteracted during the testing 

process via a compressed air supply 

• The Mutex Server provides the level of 

communication between multiple instances of 

the TestManager 

• Power control via PWM control 

• Approved devices are labeled with a ‘pass‘ 

3rd Station - End-of-Line Test System 

• After assembly, the test sample in the End-of- 

Line adapter is inserted and the End-of-Line 

adapter is closed manually 

• The functional testing begins automatically. 

• Current, voltage and frequency test 

measurements are performed here as well 

• The start-up and short-cut performance of the 

samples is also tested 

• The mechanical handling takes over the control 

of the MCD PIC8IO 

• A handheld scanner reads the barcode 

• Power control via PWM control 

APPLICATIONS 

2nd Station - Assembly Station: 

• The housing of the fan control board is pressed 

together manually 

• Before pressing, the serial number is identified 

by a handheld scanner 

• A barcode is automatically printed and attached 

by the operator 

• The correct compression is checked by means of 

force-displacement measurement 

Examples for application: 

• Functional testing of PCB‘s 

• Functional testing of end device 

• Assembly work 

• Manufacturing and test cells for 

different products 

• etc. 

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Fully Automatic Test Lines 

Various Inline Test Systems for PCB testing or for EOL tests were manufactured by us. MCD worked closely 

with reputable companies in the automation branch overtaking responsability for project planning, design, construction 

and commissioning. 


• Testing and calibration of tuner modules 

• High-frequency measurements 

• Asynchronous examination of several test samples 

simultaneously 

• Measurement of voltages, currents, waveforms, 

rise times etc. 

• Testing of GPS receivers 

• Audio and video measurements 

• Testing of Automotive MOST connections 

• In-Circuit Test of microcontrollers or other 

LSI chips 

• Flashing the test and application software 

• High current tests 

• Data analysis and trend analysis of the data 

Examples for application: 

• Functional testing of PCB‘s 

• Assembly systems with integrated test 

• Test lines for high volume 

• etc. 

APPLICATIONS 

Equipment: 

• MCD TestManager in several instances 

• MCD Data Manager 

• MCD tool monitors for line navigation, 

line control and label printing 

• MCD audio analysis software and hardware 

• MCD video analysis software and hardware 

• MCD UMS and ULC measurement systems 

• MCD data interface systems for repair stations 

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Inlay Position ESD Needle Bed Needle Bed Details

Offline Test Station 

For an automotive supplier based in France, we delivered three of these offline benches. Electronic control units 

that are built into the car were tested and programmed. 

Testing and Features: 

• Measurement of internal voltages, currents and 

oscillators on the ME1300 Measurement 

System 

• Review of digital and analog devices via 

Boundary Scan Test 

• Communication with the candidate on test 

server 

• Programming via UART using the NEC flash 

programmer 

• 2D barcode data capture for measurement and 

logging type differentiation 

• Test of frequency and level of 16 audio outputs 

to the MCD Audio Analyzer 

• 2 devices can be tested simultaneously 

• ULC-Rack 

• Industry PC 

Examples of Offline Test Stations: 

• Testing of electronic control units 

• Automotive components 

• GPS and navigation modules 

• Test and calibration adapter 

• Tuner-Test (TV, Radio, DAB,..) 

• EOL-Tester for devices and modules 

• etc. 

APPLICATIONS 

Equipment: 

• Measurement system with UMS1300 Meilhaus 

Card 

• TestManager Classic Edition 

• Audio Analyzer Software 

• Boundary Scan hardware and software 

• NEC flash programmer 

• Mini 2D barcode scanner 

• ULC-Adaption 

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Fully Automated Adapter Upper/Lower Contact Unit Needle Bed 

 

the 

http://youtu.be/5swTsByN5Uw 

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Step Adapter 

Twenty Step Adapters were planned and built by us in 2011, consisting of a step adapter and a measuring cabinet. 

The special feature is the universal application of contact points on all sides. 

Advantages of Step Adapters: 

• Reduced personnel costs through minimal 

handling 

• For multiple use, test size can be individually 

adapted 

• Fully automatic test system 

• Interchangeable needle beds for flexible use of 

test equipment 

• Loading position for single print test 

• Capable of customizing the adapter to altered 

device hardware can be made without 

modifying the basic measurement system 

A typical test sequence: 

• Insert sample, close hood 

• Sample “moves“ to the contacting position 

• After testing move on to next test position 

(n times) 

• PCB‘s return to the loading station position 

• Tested sample is taken out 

APPLICATIONS 

Step Adapter for GSM DUT: 

• Functional testing of GSM modules in 

conjunction with a GSM test system 

• Review all relevant GSM specifications 

• Connection analysis of memory and SIM card 

socket on the motherboard 

• Component test for resistors and capacitors with 

programmable test voltage 

Step Adapter application examples: 

• Testing of electronic control units 

• Module production into the high frequency range 

• etc. 

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Connection of the Modules Testing of the Switching Functions Labeled Board depicted from above

Test Boxes for Vehicle operating devices 

With this universal test boxes, many different switching modules can be visually checked for proper operation. 

The modules under test are connected via a configured cable to the universal connector of the test box. The 

function of the switch is indicated by the light emitting diodes. 


• Switch functions 

• Illuminations 

• Control functions 


• Test directly with the user 

• Examination of defective parts 

• Warranty evaluation 

• etc. 

APPLICATIONS 

Attributes: 

• Removable labeled PCB‘s for flexible us of test 

equipment 

• Universal connection 

• Replaceable wire harness 

• Type-dependent limits 

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Test Station Conveyor Belt Deposit Belt

Special System Most 150 Pigtails 

This is a completion of a fully automated test station for testing MOST150 Pigtails - the latest generation which 

is available on the market at the moment. All components required for testing were developed by us. 


• Transmitting and receiving optical power 

• Two pigtails are simultaneously tested 

• Closing of the Most-rings 

• Testing for bus lock and reading of error frames 

• Transmission of the complete MOST150 

frames 

• Testing the transmission for activation of the 

-3dB reduction in the DUT 

• Possibility for adjustment of the optical fiber ring 

using optical power meter, variable attenuators 

and offset compensation 

Examples for application 

• Testing of optical components, sensors, modules 

and components 

• Assembly and testing machines for electromechanical 

components 

• etc. 

APPLICATIONS 


• Automatic PLC controlled module for handling 

of the DUT 

• Industrial PC with TestManager tool 

for communication with the PLC (via mechanical 

control MIO1616) and the MOST150 master 

and slave 

• An optical ring contains 1 master (transmitter), 

a slave (receiver) with DUT (pigtail) and a light 

power meter 

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Climatic Chamber 

Rotating Carousel inside 

Climatic Chamber 

Control Valves for Manual Operation 

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RunIn System 

A special RunIn system was sent to China. We were allowed to develop and manufacture one RunIn system for 

switching modules for a large automotive supplier. Thirty six switches are monitored and tested in a temperature 

ranging from -40 °C to +70 °C. 


• Testing of the current consumption in the various 

work areas 

• Signal test level and rise times 

• Monitoring of switch positions 

• Synchronous sampling of the output signals 

Equipment: 

• Rotating carousel with 2 floors for inserting and 

connecting the switch 

• Control valves for manual operation 

• Cabinet with interface and ventilation unit 

• Control unit with measurement technology and 

TestManager Software to perform the tests 

Examples of Screening / RunIn: 

• LDS modules 

• GPS receivers 

• Tire pressure monitors 

• Tuners 

• Automotive ECUs 

• Head units 

• Navigation components 

• Audio amplifiers 

• etc. 

APPLICATIONS 

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RF- Adaption Downholder and Needle Bed Removable Cartridge 

Bluetooth and WLAN-System 

UMTS-System 

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Test System Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, UMTS 

With our test applications for radio frequency modules we assure good quality of Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and UMTS 

signals in your car. 


• Measurement of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 

communications 

• Current and voltage measurements 

• Functional and structural testing 

• 4 modules are used and successively tested in 

the adaptation 

• The mechanical handling takes over the control 

of the MCD PIC8IO 


• Test and calibration of sensitive assemblies 

• Test of vehicle control keys 

• Testing of emergency equipment 

• Examination of remote control 

• Test of telecommunication modules 

• etc. 

APPLICATIONS 


• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth transmitter and receiver 

units 

• RF adaption 

• Mini 2D barcode scanner 

• Adapter and removable cartridge are equipped 

with programmable memory cells which contain 

the calibration data 

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Contact, Cameras ULC Adapters, EOL Execution High Frequency Control 

ULC Adapter for 2 DUTs 

Test Rack 

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EOL-Tester For Antenna Amplifier 

Utilizing the ULC adapter as an EOL test adapter. Through two drawer adaptions with intelligent switching capabilities 

and combined test functions, shorter cycle times can be achieved. 

Testing and functionality: 

• Frequency response tests up to GHz range 

• Current and voltage measurements 

• Diagnostic functions 

• Switching functions 


• Test of transmitting and receiving modules 

• Test of high frequency amplifiers 

• Test of splitters, attenuators 

• Test of tuner modules 

APPLICATIONS 

Attributes: 

• Network Analyzer 

• Optimized adaption 

• 2D barcode scanner 

• Exchangeable unit for different DUT types 

• MCD Software und control 

• MCD high frequency measurement tool for 

curve measurement 

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Contact and Fiber Optics 

Drawer for DUT and Fiber Optics 

Transitional Interface for Electric, 

Pneumatic and Fiber Optics 

ULC-Rack and Adapter 

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EOL-Tester for operating device Panel 

Brightness and color measurement of illumination in the Milli Candela value for various units with ULC rack and 

ULC adaption. 

Testing and Functionality: 

• Functional testing 

• Brightness measurement 

• Color measurement across the entire spectrum 

• Positional accuracy of the illumination 

• Brightness distribution 

Application Examples: 

• Test of control elements 

• Test of background illumination 

• Test of switch modules 

• etc. 

APPLICATIONS 

Attributes: 

• Exchange sets for different requirements and 

types 

• Unit of measurement for color and intensity 

• Data collection and analysis 

• MCD test sequencer 

• MCD monitor tool for color measurements 

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Spectrometer 

Plane table with measuring adapter 

Measuring adapter Spectrometer 

and contacting 

Test stand with Spectrometer 

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Optical + electrical test stand 

Test system for optical testing of LED‘s in the medical field. 


• Measuring of the diode characteristics 

with source meter at different 

environmental conditions 

• Sequential testing of 60 LED‘s in use 

on a XYZ -stand 

• Luminous flux measurement with integrated 

sphere 

• Measurement of the wavelength + / - 1 mm 

• Optical power at various stages of 

• Measurement of characteristics 

• Creating reports of the measurement process 


• Testing of LED´s 

• Special test systems 

• Mechanical test devices 

• XYZ-enabled multi-test devices 

• Automation of testing tasks 

APPLICATIONS 

Fixture: 

• Source meter 

• Spectrometer with integrating sphere 

• TestManager + DataManager 

• ULC-Rack with special adaption 

• Cover with screen 

• Touch screen PC 

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Complete device with 

coverage + emergency stop 

„Test-shot“ latching 

Probe spectrometer with contact 

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Validation Tester „Respimat“ 

This tester is used for verification of inhalers and was developed, planned and produced in collaboration with 

the company Dr. Wiesner. 


• Testing of operating cycles 

• Measurement and documentation of 

operating forces 

• Monitoring of the life cycles 

• Latch testing and 

mechanical actuation 

• Torque measurement 

• Acquisition of operating angle 

• Fully automated testing and documentation 


• Testing of mechanical components 

• Endurance test 

• Endurance run device for various components 

• Force-displacement angle measurements 

APPLICATIONS 

Fixture: 

• MCD TestManager 

• MCD ULC High speed measurement card 

• MCD TestSequenzer 

• Mechanical Tester with 

Force measurement, rotary encoders 

• Cover with screen 

• Touch screen PC 

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High Frequency End-of-Line Test Boundary Scan Adapter Packaging Test

Flexible Manufacturing of Modular Test Line 

In order for Wireless Internet Access LTE modules to be able to offer strong functionality permanently, 

we have implemented a test line for the production of these Wi-Fi modules, consisting of the following three 

individual mobile stations: Boundary Scan, End-of-Line, and Packaging Tests. 

1. Station - Boundary Scan FCT: 

• Data Manager for production control 

• Programming of the module via USB 

connection 

• Exchangeable fixture set with two extension 

positions for the 

different sized boards of the modules 

• Boundary Scan hardware from Göpel 

• MCD BSCAN tool monitor acts as an intrinsically 

intelligent 

link to the BSCAN Hardware 

• LED measurement with LED Analyzer for testing 

of colors and intensity 

• Pressing and testing the keys of controllable 

pneumatic cylinder 

• BSCAN software development and determination 

of the 

test coverage at MCD 

• Interface functions check by stimulation 

• Function test of the modules 

2. Station - End-of-Line-Tester (EOLT): 

• Contacting the RF signals 

• GSM, 3G, LTE and Wi-Fi Test 

• RF power measurement 

• RF adapter with interchangeable sets for different 

assemblies 

• Automatic USB and SIM card contact 

• Examination SIM card connectors 

• Testing wireless communication interface 

• Test the standby and alarm functions 

• Check the dormant currents 

3. Station - Packaging Test: 

• Light-proof adapter with universal insertion 

possibility for different modules 

• Image processing system with integrated 

lighting 

• Label printer 

• Code Card Printer 

• Printing of labels and code cards 

• Printing and equipment test via image 

processing 

• MCD label generator 

ULC Racks in general: 

• Versatile, not bound 

• ESD design, tabletop, painting 

• Addition possible for 19 „rack and 

individual development with DIN rail modules, 

assemblies and other elements 

APPLICATIONS 

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Manual Test Force-distance diagram Haptic Measurement

Endurance Test of Switch Modules 

For the pattern-accompanying endurance test of switch assemblies for the electric parking brake, we developed 

an adjustment. The frame fits all standard cabinets and can accommodate up to six switches in position. 


• Base frame for testing of various 

switch types 

• Settings suitable for all common 

cabinets 

• Temperature ranges from -40 ° to + 150 ° C 

• Tilt of switch eccentrically adjustable 

• Test situation simulates the conditions that also 

take in the vehicle 

• Accommodates up to six switches 

in installation position 

• Easily replaceable AC sockets and 

actuator unit allowing the adaptation to 

various types of switches 

• The operating of a button and rocker is caused 

by 

a dynamic pressure surge and mounting forks 

• Mold post plates are tilted by 90 ° and 

facilitate the insertion of the test samples 

• Accessibility to samples in order to contact with 

customer 

specific connectors 

• Finely adjustable preload bolts provide defined 

forces of the 

integrated compression and extension springs 


• Check different switch assemblies 

• Support of tests already in the 

development phase 

• Mechanical Testers 

• Automation of inspection tasks 

• and much more. 

APPLICATIONS 

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Industrial Computer Insert-adaption Mechanics

Test System for Level Sensors 

The sensors are responsible for the automatic headlight range control in the vehicle. The purpose here is that 

the driver always has the optimum illumination of the road, without blinding preceding or oncoming drivers. 


• Complete measurement range 360 ° 

• Destruction of defective DUTs 

• and disposal in a ‘failed parts’ box 

• Type choice by checking the housing 

characteristics through light and color sensors 


• Force-displacement 

Anwendungsbeispiele: 

• Testing of controls 

• Final testing of different devices 

• Control unit test system 

• Examination of photocells 

• Examination of safety components 

• Quality assessment in to/from delivery 

APPLICATIONS 

Features: 

• Touch Screen Monitor 

• LabView® software application 

• Special workplace 

• Industrial computer 

• ‘Failed parts’ box 

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„Slim“ Screening Box Variety of interfaces RunIn-/Screening tests

Screening Box 

When operating Run In- and screening test systems, it is often to examine many similar devices. The samples 

are addressed and stimulated simultaneously through CAN, LIN, RS-232 or I²C. Usually, appropriate hardware 

is very complex and expensive but due to MCD’s flexible system that can be changed now. 


• Automatic detection of a loaded and 

contacted DUT followed by a self-start test 

• Measurement of audio signals, voltages, 

currents, fan functions, temperature, frequency 

• Accessible via USB-interface and DIN rail bus; 

scalable application 

• Configuration of the boxes via USB 

• Transfer of the data to the 

„Test Manager“ 

Features: 

• Two CAN interfaces with low- / high-speed 

Transceiver (11-bit and 29-bit support) 

• LIN interface for master and slave operation 

• Software-controllable scheduling 

• RS-232 and RS-485 interface 

• Eight digital outputs; two PWM capable of up to 

10 kHz switching frequency and 10 bit resolution 

• Threshold voltage of 0 V to 30 V 

programmable 

• Frequency measurements up to 200 kHz 

• Four differential measurement channels with a 

resolution of 12 bits 

• Input for temperature sensors 

with 1 K resolution 

• Two differential analog inputs (0-30 V) 

• Differential input with a range 

from 0 mV to 50 mV and a programmable 

gain for current measurements 

• Operating status LEDs on the front side 

• Operation via connectable HMI module with 

two-line LCD display and rotary encoder but 

also operated as a stand-alone solution 

• Permanent memory on the module 

stores the setting parameters 

• Synchronous configuration by USB 

Base interface 

• For decoupling of the samples of the 

measurement control, the USB ports 

are galvanically isolated 


• Preparation and execution of the tests 

already in the planning phase 

• Test of infotainment systems 

• Stress test / RunIn / Endurance test 

• Endurance test under temperature 

• Monitoring of the audio outputs, streams, 

controls 

• Universal gateway for bus interfaces 

APPLICATIONS 

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Friendly software solutions from MCD enable the user efficient collection and analysis 

of specific data. Particularly in the areas of audio and video analysis, they are usually 

the better and inexpensive solution to expensive hardware.

Softline 

TestManager Classic Edition page 89 

USB Test Board 93 

Toolmonitor PicoScope ® 95 

Toolmonitor Agilent 34970A 97 

Toolmonitor Measurement Data-Export 99 

Toolmonitor Serialline 101 

Toolmonitor LVDS Analyzer 103 

Toolmonitor Asys 105 

Toolmonitor Telnet 107 

Toolmonitor ULC 109 

Toolmonitor MEphistoLab 2 111 

Toolmonitor ME-PowerLab 3 113 

Toolmonitor (Graphical Analysis) 115 

MCD Vision Monitor 117 

MCD Cognex Vision Monitor 119 

AudioAnalyzer 121 

Data Manager 125 

SOFTWARE 

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MCD TestManager Display 

MCD TestManager 

NI Development Design 

TestManager with an embedded 

LabView® Front Panel 

 

http://youtu.be/KbAINlKiH3A 

Link to the 

Video 

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TestManager Classic Edition 

The TestManager is the universal standard software for application-specific measurement and test stations in 

the automotive and electronic industries. It is simple, modularly scalable, inexpensive and efficient. 

The TestManager is a software development kit for the 

creation of applications for test systems. The areas of 

application are screening systems, board testing, final 

inspection and process control. 

It also includes a variety of interfaces (IEEE-488, RS- 

232, TCP/IP, CAN, LIN...). In addition, the program 

offers an interpreter with connections to DLLs, COM, 

ActiveX, .NET assemblies. Of course, the MCD Test- 

Manager is expandable for customer-specific requirements 

and therefore always adapts on the individual 

needs of the customer. 

Essential features are a designable graphic user 

interface, a variety of software and hardware interfaces 

with extensive test monitors and a powerful 

interpreter, with direct integration of external DLLs, 

COM +/ActiveX-.NET - and LabView® - components. 

LabView® VI‘s can be integrated in the runtime or 

development environment. This allows TestManager 

to be utilized as a sequencer for the Labview® VI‘s. 

Integration takes place via the interpreter of the Test- 

Manager or simply through configuration as a component 

of the test sequence. 

Among the software interfaces are TCP/IP, database 

and web interfaces. The self-explanatory MCD interpreter 

language is just as easily programmable as in 

C#, VB and Java #, without an additional development 

environment. With the assistance of the type-management, 

test procedures for various sorts of devices and 

structures are summarized. Through variant creation, 

existing operations can be modified without requiring 

them to be recreated. The selection and charging processes 

of the sample to be tested during operation 

can be done automatically. 

Integrated tool monitors are available to provide assistance 

during the program development cycle as well 

as the commissioning or troubleshooting phases. The 

representation of layout data and test-point coordinates, 

the breakdown of all communication protocols 

(e.g. CAN, LIN, MOST, RS232,…), the display and 

modification of existing switching conditions, or the signal 

tracking using voltage and current measurement, 

signal analysis, or via oscilloscopes are various examples 

of what can be done. In addition, an integrated 

debugger can view and control the test process step 

by step. Multiple instances of the TestManager can be 

intelligently managed and controlled. 

Critical for the analyses to be performed are the test 

procedures themselves. Individual sub-tasks for the 

units are divided into separate test steps and then 

processed sequentially. 

The individual test steps are then created by the application 

developer within the TestManager. Specific 

methods or modes are provided in case complex 

functions occur. 

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This is especially relative for access to connected hardware 

and also for linkages to external components, such 

as databases or the process-control engineering. By integrating 

.Net Frameworks and additional programming 

languages, the application developer has access to an 

almost endless number of pre-built components and tools 

that can be integrated into the test sequence. These components 

can enhance the visualization, the data exchange 

on the intranet, complex calculations or the integration of 

external components. With the help of the constructed 

test steps, the application developer ultimately generates 

a flow chart for the entire analysis. In conjunction with 

the sequential control of the TestManager, both individual 

testing as well as parallel testing of multiple samples are 

realized. 

Student Version 

The TestManager Classic Edition is also available in student 

edition: 

• For school and training, not for commercial use 

• Limited features 

• Unlimited license period with PC-bound software key 

Textbook 

The TestManager CE textbook with hands-on exercises is 

also available, providing step by step instructions. 

Hardware 

For data acquisition, standard measurement systems from 

the MCD-Universal-Measurement System (MCD UMS) 

family are used. Different modules in Euro-format, such 

as digital and analog converters, multiplexers, frequency 

generators and counters, and many others can find their 

use in the MCD-UMS. The system can be configured 

according to the desired requirements of the inspection task. 

External instruments can be controlled serially or via IEEE 

488, Ethernet, Serial or USB. With dissimilar adaptions 

and the above-described software concept, various tests 

can be performed with this system. This allows both the 

use and development of prototype and small batch production 

as well as for series production. 

Demo Version For Download 

http://mcd-elektronik.de/tmce 

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Technical Details 

Software platforms 

• .NET (C#, VB, J#) 

• MCD Interpreter 

• NI LabView®, Vl‘s implementable 

• Synchronous or asynchronous request 

• Exchange of process and measurement 

data 

• Unlimited hardware access 

• Front panels independently represented 

or embedded in TestManager 

• Direct exchange between runtime and 

environment of development 

.NET Integration 

• Integration of Microsoft® .NET-Framework 

• Direct embedded of C#, VisualBasic and 

VisualJava for .NET Sourcecode and 

components 

• Dynamic translation and the creation of 

assemblies without additional application 

development system 

NET/Web-Server 

• Web–Interface for remote monitoring and remote 

control in your intranet 

• By the use of the integrated Web–Server no 

additional components are needed 

• User-friendly monitoring layouts in your internet 

browser 

• Integrated reports and report designer 

Applications 

• Inline test systems 

• Automatic adjustment 

• Automatic test system 

• Screening equipment 

• Endurance test 

• Platinum testing 

• Final testing 

• Universal test and measurement systems 

• Qualification test systems 

• Repair stations 

• Process controll 

• Analysis stations 

• Laboratory and measuring stations 

• Automation of processes 

• Test Sequencer for LabView® VI’s 

SOFTWARE 

Order Information 

License fee for TestManager Classic Edition 

Software Textbook TestManager CE 

Order number 117139 Order number 118006 

Price 819,00 EUR Price 19,99 EUR 

Student Version TestManager Classic Edition 

Order number 117724 

Price 

39,00 EUR 

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Script Editor Tool Monitor Demo Board 

 

Video 

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USB Test Board 

The MCD Demo USB test board has a segment display, 6 switches for setting options and a buzzer for triggering 

audio signals. 

USB Demo Board with 

• Microchip PIC18F2550 Microprocessor 

• 8 LEDs 

• Buzzer 

• 6 individual adjustable switches 

• USB-Interface 

• Individual expendability when adding 

additional hardware 

• Analog/Digital Ports adjustable via Toolmonitor 

TestManager application with 

• Exemplary integration of the MCD 

Demo boards in their own test sequences 

LEDs and the Buzzers 

• Display of the switch position and 

analog inputs 

• Script editor to drive the LEDs and the buzzer 

in their own processing scripts 

• Creating your own user interface for 

Visualization and control of the MCD Demo 

board 

Switch settings 

With the switches, it is possible to switch back between 

remote and local operation. 

SOFTWARE 

Toolmonitor with 

• Operation panel for controlling the 

Requiring of the USB demo board through 

(incl. 4 GB memory card in a practical magnet flap bag) 

marketing@mcd-elektronik.de 


Price 

25,00 EUR 

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Filter Configuration and Display Time Domain Frequency Range

Toolmonitor PicoScope ® 

This tool allows you to easily monitor and control the operation of the 2000 series PicoScope ® Oscilloscopes. 

It offers the possibility to select the channels to be 

measured, the measuring range, the measurement 

duration and resolution. Likewise, the trigger conditions 

are set. The display can be shown in graphic, 

digital or analog form. The graphical display can be 

shown in both time and frequency domain (FFT analysis). 

A variety of measurements can be called upon 

in a tabular list. Powerful digital filters can be activated 

for signal processing. 

The program interface can be made widely available 

and adaptable to the user requirements. Once created, 

configurations can be saved in project files and 

called upon when needed. With the help of an integrated 

script engine, all measurements and adjustments 

are performed automatically. For third-party software, 

the toolmonitor can be fully remote controlled. 

COM/DCOM or .Net-Assembly is used as an interface. 

This allows the toolmonitor to be integrated in 

a large number of applications (Microsoft Visual Studio 

® (C#, C++, Visual Basic), Microsoft Office ® (z.B. 

Excel ® ), Open Office ® , LabView ® , MCD TestManager 

CE). 

SOFTWARE 


License fee for Toolmonitor PicoScope ® 


Price 

195,00 EUR 

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Selection Channel, Measuring Size, 

Resolution 

Analog Display Multiplexer 

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Toolmonitor Agilent 34970A 

This Toolmonitor allows you to easily monitor and control operation of the Agilent 34970A Multimeters. 

It offers the possibility of selection of the measuring 

channel including multiplexers, the measured size 

and resolution. The display can be in digital or analog 

form. The multiplexer can independently measure signal 

distribution. The program interface can be made 

widely available and adaptable to the user requirements. 

Once created, configurations can be saved 

in project files and called upon when needed. With 

the help of an integrated script engine, all measurements 

and adjustments are performed automatically. 

For third-party software, the toolmonitor can be fully 

remote controlled. 






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License fee for Toolmonitor Agilent 34970A 


Price 

195,00 EUR 

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Report Display for Exported Records Export Logging

Toolmonitor Data-Export 

With the help of this toolmonitor, the systems produced in the MCD test data are exported as XML Files. For 

process control, the test results of upstream stations are re-imported. 





script engine, all import and export functions are 

performed automatically. For third-party software, the 

toolmonitor can be fully remote controlled. 






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License fee for Toolmonitor Measurement Data-Export 


Price 

245,00 EUR 

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Logging Setup (RS232) Setup (TCP/IP)

Toolmonitor Serialline 

This Toolmonitor is a universal and simple communication interface to a number of serial controllable devices. 

Supported Interfaces: 

• RS232 • CAN 

• IEC • LIN 

• USB • MOST 

• TCP/IP 

• Visa ® 

There is a simple way for freely defined or library definable 

stored messages to be sent and received. A 

simulator allows the testing of communication, even 

without connected hardware. 

All messages can be logged and displayed depending 

on the selected priority. The program interface can be 

made widely available and adaptable to the user requirements. 

Once created, configurations can be saved in project 

files and called upon when needed. With the help of 

an integrated script engine, all messages can be send 

and received automatically. For third-party software, 







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License fee for Toolmonitor Serialline 


Price 

195,00 EUR 

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Setup Generator (Waveform) Analyzer (Pixel Data)

Toolmonitor LVDS Analyzer 

The LVDS-Analyzer is a video analyzer for images transmitted via LVDS. Upon detection, it serves a single line 

within a frame. The content of this line is transmitted to the PC where it can then be evaluated. 

The existing test pattern generator can also take the 

input image and generate a test image of this issue. 

It can ensure the synchronization of the signals at 

the input image or use self-generated synchronization 

signals. The test pattern can be defined for one 

line which is then repeated on each line. This is a test 

image with vertical bars. 






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The LVDS-Analyzer can be controlled and configured 

with the help of the Toolmonitor‘s different formulas. 





script engine, all functions of the LVDS Analyzer 

can be performed automatically. For third-party software, 



License fee for Toolmonitor LVDS Analyzer 


Price 

245,00 EUR 

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Measurement Data Simulation Logging

Toolmonitor Asys 

This tool is used to monitor communications between MCD test systems and ASYS plant controls. 

The communication is done using XML messages 

over a TCP/IP socket connection and is used for process 

locking and transfer of test results. For testing 

and commissioning purposes, the test system or the 

system controller can be simulated. With the help of 

an integrated script engine, requirements can be realized 

automatically. Via third-party software the toolmonitor 

can be remote controlled completely. 






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License fee for Toolmonitor Asys 


Price 

245,00 EUR 

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Integration in TestManager Simulation Setup

Toolmonitor Telnet 

With the help of this toolmonitor, automated telnet sessions can be controlled and the results evaluated. 

The connection is established, and depending on 

the configuration it can be stored manually or automatically. 

It can run arbitrary commands and relevant 

results are returned and displayed. This allows easy 

integration of additional systems (e.g. Unix, Linux, 

Windows, etc.) for asynchronous measurement and 

control applications without additional programming. 


and adaptable to the user requirements. 






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License fee for Toolmonitor Telnet 


Price 

245,00 EUR 

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Generator Analog Inputs Counter

Toolmonitor ULC 

The toolmonitor for the ULC measuring card enables the operation and control of all functions provided by the 

measuring card. 

Voltages in different ranges are provided and measured 

via the analog inputs and outputs. Powerful generators 

allow the generation of complex waveforms 

including different modulation methods. Input signals 

can be filtered and analyzed in various ways. The graphical 

display can be shown in both time and frequency 

domain (FFT analysis). A variety of measurements 

can be called upon in a tabular list. Powerful digital 

filters can be activated for signal processing. 

Digital input/output cards, multiplexers, temperature 

modules, counters and many other measuring cards 

of MCD measurement systems can be visualized and 

controlled. All signals and measured values can be recorded 

and exported in various formats. The program 

interface can be made widely available and adaptable 

to the user requirements. Once created, configurations 

can be saved in project files and called upon 

when needed. With the help of an integrated script 

engine, all measurements and adjustments are performed 

automatically. For third-party software, the 







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License fee for Toolmonitor ULC 


Price 

245,00 EUR 

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Digital Inputs XY-Exposition Analog Inputs

Toolmonitor ME-PowerLab 2 

The MEphistoLab 2 Software allows the use of “MEphisto 1“ from Meilhaus Electronic in many applications, e.g. 

in laboratory and portable instrumentation. The software provides a virtual instrument panel that provides quick 

and easy access to all functions of the device. 

Multiple trigger options, a logic analyzer and analog 

data logger and a 2-channel volt meter are available. 

The present 24 Digital-I/Os can be configured and 

controlled. All signals can be recorded and measured 

values can be exported in various formats. The 

program interface can be made widely available and 

adaptable to the user requirements. Once created, 

configurations can be saved in project files and called 

upon when needed. With the help of an integrated 

script engine, all measurements and adjustments are 

performed automatically. For third-party software, the 







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License fee for Toolmonitor MEphistoLab 2 

Price 

upon request 

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2 112 

Analog Output Digital Filter Analog Inputs (Streaming)

Toolmonitor ME-PowerLab 3 

The ME-PowerLab 3 Software is a complete, virtual measurement laboratory for the measurement and control 

boards of the ME-series from Meilhaus. PowerLab 3 offers a variety of useful functions from simple, digital or 

analog input and output to FFT, XY display of two channels, digital filtering and modulation. 

The software automatically detects which ME card is 

in your PC and depending on this hardware, applies 

the corresponding functions. The input and output to 

the analog, digital and counter channels of the respective 

cards are supported. The interrupt controller 

is also considered depending on hardware requirements. 

Recorded values can be represented in different 

ways, for example as a voltmeter with pointer-representation, 

values as a list (table) or as a graph. 

For third-party software, the toolmonitor can be fully 

remote controlled. 






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All signals and measured values can be recorded and 

exported in various formats. The program interface 

can be made widely available and adaptable to the 

user requirements. Once created, configurations can 

be saved in project files and called upon when needed. 

With the help of an integrated script engine, all measurements 

and adjustments are performed automatically. 


License fee for Toolmonitor ME-PowerLab 3 

Price 

upon request 

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Setup Edit Mode Analog Input 

Graphic designer for windows and failure lines 

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Toolmonitor (Graphical Analysis) 

The Toolmonitor for the force/displacement measurement is a universal and flexible way to analyze force/displacement 

characteristic curves which are required for e.g. on the switch test. 

For the analysis, the path is recorded via an encoder, 

the torque or the pressing force is recorded via a force 

sensor and the switching points are recorded via the 

test item. These signals are displayed depending on 

their course and if required can be substantially analyzed. 

The position of the switching points is controlled 

and extreme values are determined. The components 

used, amongst others include filters, window functions 

and failure lines. 

values can be exported in various formats. 

The program interface can be freely designed and widely 

adapted to user requirements. Once the configurations 

have been created they can be stored in the 

project file and loaded when needed. Using an integrated 

script engine all measurements and settings can 

be automated. Via third-party software, the ToolMonitor 

can be completely operated remotely. 

SOFTWARE 

The required window areas and failure lines can be 

edited using a graphic designer. Any number of windows 

and failure lines can be defined. The failure lines 

can be generated automatically by means of the 

software from so-called „golden devices“ and can be 

edited later if necessary. The analysis of the recorded 

signals and measured values can be exported in 

various formats. All recorded signals and measured 


License fee for Toolmonitor Graphical Analysis 


Price 

445,00 EUR 

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Online Status Image Control 

Industrial image processing with the MCD Vision Monitor 

Demo-Version zum Download 

http://mcd-elektronik.de/visionmonitor 

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MCD Vision Monitor 

Industrial image processing tasks can be solved with the MCD VisionMonitor easily and inexpensively. With 

this tool for example the contour and location identification of components or the testing of pictograms can be 

carried out. 

Thus, the presence and proper assembly of a component, 

or printing of a pictogram and various other 

features of the specimen can be identified. 

In online mode, the camera image can be monitored 

and adjusted in real time. With the help of MCD VisionMonitor 

a variety of inexpensive USB cameras can 

be integrated. 

The MCD VisionMonitor can be integrated into a variety 

of applications (MCD TestManager CE, LabView 

®, Microsoft Visual Studio ® (C#, C++, Visual Basic), 

Microsoft Office ® (e.g. Excel ®), Open Office ®). 

SOFTWARE 

With the MCD VisionMonitor, thresholds for the tests 

are created and the testing of the image acquisition to 

the analysis is performed. Using an integrated script 

engine, it is possible to further integrate customized 

algorithms. 


License fee for MCD Vision Monitor 


Price 

445,00 EUR 

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COGNEX In-Sight-Explorer / 

EasyBuilder 

COGNEX In-Sight Explorer / 

Spreadsheet 

MCD COGNEX Vision Monitor / 

Native Commands Interface 

MCD COGNEX Vision Monitor with camera control and image dialogue 

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MCD Cognex Vision Monitor 

Sophisticated image processing tasks can be solved by connecting the COGNEX In-Sight Explorer System to 

the MCD TestManager. 

This solution covers a wide range of functions. For 

example, detecting the presence or the positional 

accuracy of components can be checked. Other application 

areas include, for example testing of quality 

attributes with pictogram or color control of installed 

LED‘s. 

The algorithms and image processing tools are created 

in the COGNEX In-Sight Explorer. For that purpose, 

the easy-to-use EasyBuilder or the spreadsheet 

representation can be used. The connection to the 

MCD TestManager or the remote control with other 

tools can then be carried out by the MCD CognexVisionMonitor. 

This allows the CognexVisionMonitor to be linked in 

a variety of applications (MCD TestManager CE, Lab- 

View ®, Microsoft ® Visual Studio (C #, C + +, Visual 

Basic), Microsoft ® Office (Excel ®), OpenOffice ®). 

SOFTWARE 


License fee for MCD COGNEX Vision Monitor 


Price 

445,00 EUR 

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AudioAnalyzer in 1U housing with integrated PC

AudioAnalyzer 

The AudioAnalyzer is a software-based solution to analyze and generate analog and digital signals in the audio 

field. The audio signals are recorded on a sound card and made available to the AudioAnalyzer in digital form. 

Generated signals will be put out again. 

The MCD AudioAnalyzer is coupled to the computer 

system via USB interface. The input range extends 

from 1mV to 50V. The generator is controllable in the 

range up to 15 V. Besides the use of the AudioAnalyzer 

as a stand-alone application it is also possible to 

remotely control or query all the functions and values 

of other Windows programs. For this purpose a COM- 

Client/server interface is used. 

For the analysis of audio signals, in addition to frequency 

and various signal strength measurements, 

measurements of THD and FFT spectrum are possible. 

Through the integrated signal generators, different 

wave and modulation forms are generated. 

The surface of the AudioAnalyzer can be widely adapted 

and adjusted to varying applications. All functions 

of the AudioAnalyzer can be controlled with the 

help of a COM Server interface with other Windows 

programs. The measured values obtained can be integrated 

well into the different programs. Special programming 

knowledge is not required. For input, both 

analog and digital signal sources are possible. 

Features/characteristics: 

• Modern and user friendly interface 

• Extremely flexible design of user interface 

• Efficient FFT analysis 

• Powerful generators (AM, FM, PM-Modulation) 

• Easy to use filter 

• Data import and export 

• Support of multiple sound cards 

in a PC (intern+extern) 

• Extremely fast measurement functions for frequency 

response, phase transitions, and more. 

• Access to all Mixer settings 

• Very high accuracy of the measurement 

calculation 

• Comprehensive measurement functions such as 

amplitude, RMS, frequency, harmonic distortion, 

phase, etc. 

• Automatic detection and reporting of frequency 

and phase response 

• Typical measurement times of a frequency 

response 0-24 kHz at 200-300 ms 

• Sweep functions 

• Load and save all settings via Project Files 

• Remote control of all foreign systems 

• Analog, digital inputs can be selected via the 

sound card or MCD Analyzer 

• Adaptation of Audio Gain Controller of 

measurement signals 

SOFTWARE 

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Using the TestManager CE, the automated AudioAnalyzer.NET can be controlled remotely. 

Programming Example 

Located within the installation directory of the AudioAnalyzer.NET, which is listed in the TestManager CE directory, is 

a complete development environment for the TestManager CE Software with an exemplary procedure to control the 

AudioAnalyzers. 

Demo Version for Download 

http://mcd-elektronik.de/audioanalyzer 

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System Architecture 

Application 

AudioAnalyzer 

Input/Output 

• Analog 

• Digital 

• Optical 

• SPDIF 

COM-Client 

COM-Server 

Intern 

USB 

SOFTWARE 

Functions 

• Oscilloscope 

• FFT-spectrum 

• RMS, THD 

• FREQ, PtoP 

• Generators 

Sound Card 

MCD AudioAnalyzer 


License fee for Software package AudioAnalyzer AudioAnalyzer (analog + digital), Desktop Version 

Order number 2559SKLIZ Order number 121374 

Price 946,00 EUR Price 1.680,00 EUR 

AudioAnalyzer (analog + digital), Rack Version AudioAnalyzer (analog + digital), integrated PC 


Price 1.680,00 EUR Price 2.499,00 EUR 

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TOP Error Data Analysis Work Station Statistic 

It is possbile to access the 

measurement data from any 

web-enabled device. 

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Data manager 

The MCD Data Manager has been developed as an additional module for the TestManager CE Software. It 

provides a simple way to access and evaluate the measured values, which are generated in the test mode. The 

program can be operated online to the MCD TestManager Classic Edition. 

Statistics and reports can be updated manually or automatically. 

Extensive statistics and analysis functions 

are available to the user. 

reports can be provided in all reports. These reports 

can be exported in a variety of formats (Word, Excel, 

PDF, Text, XML, HTML, etc.). 

SOFTWARE 

Through the use of a powerful and fast real-time database, 

measurement data and response time can be 

evaluated at high speed. All measured values and test 

results can be accessed directly during the test operation. 

There are extensive filter functions to choose the 

measured data from. The measured data can also be 

accessed using a SQL interface. 

This allows the creation of user-specific rather than 

standardized queries to be evaluated. 

With the help of an integrated script engine, all evaluations 

and reports are automatically created and saved. 

For third-party software, the toolmonitor can be 

fully remote controlled. To supply measured data and 

statistics on the intranet, MCD Data Manager automatically 

updates and exports the info as WEB reports. 

The main statistical evaluations are: 

• Statistics of test results and the test duration 

• Error statistics (usually the quickest/distribution) 

• Statistics of the measured values 

(distribution/variance) 

• Analysis of machine and process capability 

Customer-specific evaluations can be added by the 

user. Once created, reports can be saved in project 

files and called upon when needed. 


and adaptable to the user requirements. An integrated 

reporting module of predefined or freely configurable 

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System Architecture 

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License fee for Data Manager 


Price 

946,00 EUR 

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These universal, PC-controlled measurement systems, in addition with the Test Manager 

Classic Edition Software from MCD, provide a powerful measurement and control 

unit in 19“ technology for complex test systems.

Modline 

Universal Measurement System UMS2600 page 131 

Universal Measurement System UMS1300 133 

Universal Measurement System UMS1300 ULC/UTS 135 

Universal Measurement System UMS1300 ME 137 

MODULAR SYSTEMS 

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System capabilities 

Structure: 

6HU, 19“ plug-in unit, 480 mm depth 

Voltage supply: 

120/230 Volt AC 50/60 Hz 

Current consumption: 

approx. 2 Amp. 

Equipment series 

• 3 items 32x4 cross multiplexer configurable 

• Switch multiplexer 16 channels/1A 

• Digital output card 32 channels every 12V/0,7A 

• Digital input card 32 channels 

• 12 Digi-Inputs 

• 4 power switches 5Amp. 

• 4 opto outputs or relay switchs 1Amp. 

• 15 ADC channels/16 bit 

• 4 DAC channels PushPull max. 0,3A sensor lead 

operation, independent arbitrary function 

• Integrated current measuring 4 channels 10µA - 8A 

• Different Trigger inputs, opto-decoupled 

• Counter inputs, on two channels 

• Universal MCD interface for expansion 

of multiplexing 

• External supply of scanner and mechanics with 

5V/3A, 12V/5A, 24V/2A 

• Cross multiplexing expandable (optional) 

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UMS2600 

The Universal Measurement System UMS2600 is a modular PC-controlled test system in 19“ technology, with 

application equipment. The programming is done by the MCD programs using the integrated interpreter via a 

computer system with ME-4680 Multifunction Board. 

Connection facility 

• ME-4680 Multifunction Board 

• VS-COM/ MOXA RS232 8 expansions 9 pin. 

SUB-D 

• Direct multimeter connection with internet power 

and voltage switching 

• External power supply for DUT 

• Connection for different test adaptions 

Rear panel with backplane 

• 8 layers multilayer backplane, which resumes 

the complete wiring of rear panel 

• Short production time with excellent quality 

standard through the special conception 

• Customer requests can be realized easily by 

changing the 4 plug-in modules 


Rear panel 

• Upper line: delivery to adaption 

• Right side: connectors for optional development 

(XMUX, Multimeter, etc.) 

• Below: 8x serial COM 

• Left side above: slot bracket for more connectors 


UMS2600 Measurement System 


Price 

13.115,00 EUR 

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Construction: 



120/230 Volt AC 50/60 Hz 

Current consumption: 

Approx. 2 Amp. 

The following modules can be used in the UMS1300: 

• Multifunctional card with controller, 

AD-converter, DA-converter 0-10V / 50mA 

Measuring of 

– Resistors 0 – 10 MOhm 

– Capacitors 0 – 10000 µF 

– Connections 

– Diodes 

– Voltages 0 – ±18V / 16 bit resolution 

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UMS1300 

The MCD Universal Measurement System UMS1300 is a PC-controlled modular test system in 19” technology 

with user-oriented equipment. The programming takes place via MCD programs and through an integrated 

interpreter via a computer system with USB- or RS232-connection. 


• Cross multiplexer 32x4, expandable up to 128x8 

• Cascadable 96 channel multiplexer for 

component measuring 

• Multiplexer 1 of 16 

• Multiplexer 16 x µm 

• Input card 32 channels, 

threshold value programmable 

• DA-converter 12 bit 

- Frequency counter 0 … 10 MHz 

- Controllable power unit 

- Bus cards with breadboard for special 

structures 

• Further cards are being prepared, or can be 

developed based on customer‘s need 

• For audio- and video measuring, separate 

modules are available, which can 

be easily combined with the UMS1300 

The testing voltage for the components tests can be 

programmed with the DA-converter. This card also 

controls the UMS1300. The measuring system can be 

easily adapted to the respective application. 



UMS1300 Standard-set 

Order number UMS1300 Standard-set 

Price 

4.490,00 EUR 

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Multiplexing

UMS1300 ULC / UTS 

The MCD Universal Measurement System UMS1300 ULC is a measurement system with integrated universal 

multiplexing. With the ULC measurement card signals can be generated and measured. It is controlled via a 

USB interface or an integrated PC. 

Equipment Series Simple 

• ULC measurement card 

6xADW, 500 KHz 

4xDAW, 1 MHz 

4xcounters, logic analysis 

Self-test, self calibration 

PWM using the DAS 

• 4xrelay 4x16 multiplexer channels 

cascadable, readable 

Connection Possibilities 

• Function Test 

• EOL Test 

• Signal generation and analysis 

• Waveform analysis 

• Test system with integrated PC 

• Training System 

• Repair Systems 

• etc. 


The system can be equipped 2-fold 


UMS1300 ULC 

UMS1300 UTS-PC, MCD TestManager 



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Multifunction Card ME4670 or ME4680 (optional) 

Assembly 

• PCI board inside PC, version with galvanic 

isolation A-GND to PC-GND 

A/D part of Modul 1 Backplane 

Number of AD channels: 

• 15 single ended 

• Unipolar 2,5V to 10V 

• Bipolar +/- 2,5V up to 10V 

• Switchable as desired into groups of 4 with resistor 

divisor. 

Resolution: 16bit 


Construction: 



120/230 Volt AC 50/60 Hz 

Current Consumption: 

Approx. 2 Amp. 

Total Sampling: 

Approx. 500kHz, FIFO on board, separate timer 

Approx. 100kHz with one sampling of 4 channels 

Input Resistance: 

ADC0…3: > 10MΩ / approx. 20pF without 

input voltage divider 

ADC4…7: approx. 1MΩ / approx. 20pF with 

input voltage divider 2:1 

ADC8…14: approx. 200kΩ / 10nF with 

input voltage divider 2:1 

Trigger Module: 

Software or external, scan time 4μs – 23 minutes 

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UMS1300 ME 

The Universal Measurement System UMS1300 ME is a PC-controlled modular test system in 19” technology 

with application equipment. The programming is done by MCD programs using the integrated interpreter via a 

computer system with a multifunction card from Meilhaus Electronic. 

D/A part of Modul 1 Backplane 

• Number of channels: 4 independent channels 

• Resolution: 16bit 

• Time domain for output: 10μs – 22ms 

• Operating methods: Continuous, “Wrap around” 

and Timer > system – independent 

• D/A FIFO: 4670 – No, 4680 – Yes 

• Trigger input: optocoupler 

• Digital input card 32 channel 

• 15 ADC channels 

• 4 DAC channels PushPull max. 0,3A 

Transmitter lead operation, arbitrary independent 

function (dependent on multifunction card) 

• Integrated current measurement 4 channel 

10μA up to 8A 

• Different trigger inputs, opto-decoupled 

• Universal MCD interface to extend multiplexing 



• 2 pc. cross multiplexer 32x4, 

upgradeable to 4 pc. 

8 out of 32 or 32 on 8 

12 out of 32 or 32 on 12 

16 out of 32 or 32 on 16 

• Switching multiplexer 16 channel/1A 

• Digital output 32 channel each 12V/0,7A 

Connection facility 

• ME4670 or ME4680 multifunction card 

This card also accepts the UMS1300 control 

• Direct multimeter connection with internal 

current voltage switching 

• External power supply for DUT 

• Connection for different test adaption 


UMS1300 with multifunctional card ME4670 UMS1300 with multifunctional card ME4680 

Order number UMS1300 ME-Set Order number UMS1300 ME-Set 80 


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The construction of complex systems can be significantly simplified by the control 

units of MCD. 

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Conline 

Mechanical Controller Unit PIC8IO page 141 

Mechanical Controller Unit MIO1616 141 

USB-HUB Switchable, 6-Port 143 

USB-HUB schaltbar, 8-Port 145 

CONTROL SYSTEMS 

139

Design with 8 IO´s, ADC, I²C bus and LCD interface 

• Compact single-output device with SUB-D 

connections 

• 8x inputs/outputs, analog inputs 4x 

• 4 current sources for device coding 

Version with 16 IO‘s, ADC, I²C bus and LCD 

interface 

• Control with terminal block for outputs, sensors, 

power supply, etc. 

• Ready-made cable with power adapter – optional 

• Control software for commissioning 

• 4 current sources for device coding 

• USB and RS232 connection 

• 16x A/outputs, 4x analog inputs 

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Control unit PIC8IO, MIO1616 

These MCD controls are used for activation and inspection of pneumatically or electrically driven components. 

The components can be tested through an endurance-run program. Addition modules with I 2 C interface can be 

addressed via an RS232 or USB interface. 

Equipment 

• 16X A/outputs 

• 4x input as fast event counter/trigger to 10kHz 

• 2 outputs as PWM generator from 10 to 250Hz, 

0 to 100% 

• 4x ADC inputs, range 0 to 10V, 10 bit 

• Programmable trigger function on input pattern 

• Separate supply voltages for the outputs 1 to 8, 

9 to 16 and the supply of control electronics 

• Supply and EA-voltage 12.. 24V possible 

• Universal IO interface for controlling I 2 C 

components, Dot-matrix display 

Functions 

• Operation of several systems via addressable, 

serial interface 

• Storage of values in a non-volatile memory 

(EEPROM) 

• Drive of external modules through I²C-interface 

• Text output on Dot-matrix optional possible 

• Trigger functions on the input pattern 

• Mounting on rail is possible 



Mechanical control PIC8IO Mechanical control MIO 1616 

Order number 7513 Order number 7587-V3 


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USB HUB Options USB HUB USB HUB 

Multiple Hubs can be 

cascaded 

ToolMonitor, display 

and control 

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USB-HUB switchable, 6-Port 

You activate only the equipment you really need at a given moment. That way, you save energy, protect your 

hardware and your computer’s performance is not compromised. 

The USB hub has six downstream ports, which can 

be individually switched on and off via USB. When 

switching it off, the supply voltage (+5 V) and the data 

lines on the semiconductor switches are separated. 

Ports one to four are turned off after a reset, whereas 

five and six are turned on (for keyboard, mouse, etc.). 

The hub can operate solely on the USB-Host (buspowered), 

or in addition with a 5VDC power supply 

with at least 17W output power or output current of 

3.3 A (self-powered). Connection or disconnection of 

the external power supply resets the stroke and the 

switch ports in their default state. The connector for 

the external power supply is a DC device socket. The 

polarity is arbitrary. 

Features 

• On and off via USB ports 

• Separation of power supply and data 

lines by a turned-off port 

• LEDs to indicate switched ports 

• Automatic detection and switching 

between bus- and self-powered 

• USB-compliant renumbering of hub and 

connected devices when connecting or disconnecting 

the power supply 

• Back feed from the power supply to the USB host 

• Automatic shut-off of congested USB ports with 

notification of USB hosts 

• Robust metal housing 



USB-HUB 6-Port, Switchable V2.0 


Price 

395,00 EUR 

The MCD USB-HUB Monitor 

serves as an operator interface 

for the MCD USB-HUBs. 

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USB-Hub options 

Block-diagram USB-Hub 

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USB-Hub switchable, 8-Port 

You simply activate the devices you really need. This gives you the benefit of saving electricity, protecting your 

hardware and your computer is not compromised in its performance. 

This USB hub has eight downstream ports, which 

can be turned on and off individually via USB. When 

switching off the supply voltage (+5 V) and the data 

lines are separated by a semiconductor switch. The 

control is via the USB Hub Monitor (PC software). 

Whether or not ports are active after switching can 

all be configured and stored. Each USB port can be 

used as standard port (SDP), load-in line (CDP) or 

as a charger connection (DCP) and provides the 

connected device up to 1.5A. Additionally to the 

USB ports, the USB hub still has a 8-channel relay 

multiplexer, with a centrally supplied voltage individually 

on each port (max. 48V) and independently 

switchable, e.g. Device supply with a voltage other 

than 5V. The connection is made via 4mm banana 

plugs. Whether or not and which ports are to be active 

after switching on the hubs (for example, access 

to the mouse or keyboard to have) can be stored 

in non-volatile memory. Via a button on the device, 

one can either temporarily shut down all ports or 

restore the previous switching state of all ports. A 

storable device number helps distinguish multiple 

USB HUB 8 on a PC. 

For third-party software, the USB Hub Monitor can 

be completely remote controlled. COM / DCOM or 

a .Net comes - Assembly are used as an interface. 

This allows the USB hub monitor to be involved in a 

variety of applications (MCD TestManager CE, Lab- 

View ®, Microsoft Visual Studio ® (C #, C ++, Visual 

Basic), Microsoft Office ® (eg Excel ®), OpenOffice 

®). There is also the possibility to use the USB Hub 

on Linux. 



USB-HUB 8-Port, Switchable V2.0 


Price 

1.550,00 EUR 

The MCD USB-HUB Monitor 

serves as an operator interface 

for the MCD USB-HUBs. 

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Specially developed for the testing of MCD boards for multiplexing and various 

types of signal processing. Through the use of the MCD tool monitors these cards 

can be controlled with any programming language. 

Universal Interface Electronics 

146

Boardline 

LVDS Switch-Analyzer page 149 

LVDS Analyzer 153 

ULC Multifunctional Card 157 

Boundary Scan 159 

Digital Input Card 32-bit 161 

Digital Output Card 32-bit 163 

Relay Switch 4x16-fold 165 

Relay Switch 16-fold 167 

Resistance Simulator 2 Channel 169 

Cascadable Multiplexer Cross 171 

BOARDS 

To adapt the measuring tasks, you have many special boards 

available upon request, such as 

• I 2 C - Port Expander • Current measurement cards 

• I 2 C - Relay board 

• LIN converter 

• Video- and audio amplifier • Controller Cards 

• Power Switch 

• Interface Cards 

• USB controllable and • etc. 

scalable control electronics 

147

Block Diagram 

48 148

LVDS Switch-Analyzer 

The LVDS Switch Analyzer was developed as part of a test system. With the Analyzer, the digital color information 

of any line within a video image can be recorded and evaluated. 

In addition, a 2-wire LVDS signal from one of four 

inputs is deserialized and the information contained 

within is recorded. The signal of the same or a different 

input can be transmitted to the LVDS output and 

from there be forwarded to a reference display. 

General features 

• 5V power supply via the USB port 

• Control and data transfer via USB 2.0 

• Use of diagnostic functions of LVDS-Switch and 

Deserializer as: 

- Recognition of an existing LVDS signal to the 

individual inputs 

- Recognition of an existing connection 

(lock-signal) in the LVDS Deserializer 

- Use of Pre-Emphasis on the LVDS output and 

the equalizer on the LVDS inputs 

- LVDS input 

- Self-Test (BIST) in conjunction with the 

transmitting serializer 

• LVDS Switch and Deserializer via USB can be 

switched on and off during other specific, 

sensitive testing procedures 

• Compatible with building blocks DS90UR124/ 

DS90UR241 

LVDS input 

• 4 LVDS inputs are available 

• Deserialization of one of the LVDS data streams 

(selectable) with DS90UR906Q from National 

Semiconductor 

• Optical signal for existing signal at Deserializer 

(LOCK) 

• Demapping of the received video data stream 

into RGB data, HSYNC, VSYNC and DATA 

ENABLE 

• Measurement of the geometry of image 

acquisition by means of HSYNC, VSYNC, pixel 

clock and DATA ENABLE 

• Measurement of the pixel tact frequency as well 

as the condition and duration of the synchronization 

signals (VSYNC, HSYNC, ENABLE DATA) 

• Detection of a video line at full resolution up to 

2047 pixels 

• RGB color resolution up to 24 Bits 

• Capturing a still image is possible through 

multiple line scanning 

• Reduction of the resolution to increase the 

measurement speed is possible 

LVDS output 

• Guidance of one of the four LVDS input signals 

to the LVDS output 

• Visual indication for existing signal at output 

BOARDS 

149

Example of a Data Evaluation 

150

BOARDS 


LVDS Switch-Analyzer CAN or LIN 

DS25CP104A / DS90UR906Q 


Price 

1.720,00 EUR 

151

Block Diagram 

52 152

LVDS Analyzer 

The LVDS Analyzer was developed as part of a test system. With the LVDS Analyzer, the digital color information 

of any line within a video image can be recorded and evaluated. In addition, a 2-wire LVDS signal from one 

of four inputs is deserialized and the information contained within is recorded. 

The test pattern can be either forwarded 1 on 1 to a 

reference-display or the own images are issued to test 

LVDS reduction. 

General Features 

• 5V power supply via the USB port 

• Control and data transfer via USB 2.0 

• Use of diagnostic functions of LVDS-Switch and 

Deserializer as: 

- Recognition of an LVDS cable error (shortcircuit, 

interruption) on the LVDS output 

- Recognition of an existing connection 

(lock-signal) in the LVDS Deserializer 

- Use of Pre-Emphasis on the LVDS output and 

the equalizer on the LVDS inputs 

• LVDS Switch and Deserializer via USB can be 

switched on and off during other specific, 

sensitive testing procedures 

LVDS input 

• Deserialization of the LVDS data streams with 

MAX9260 from Maxim Integrated Products Inc. 

• Demapping of the received video data stream 

into RGB data, HSYNC and VSYNC 

• Analog output of the I²S audio data stream via 

digital/analog converter 

• Serialized LVDS outputs of the video and audio 

input data stream via MAX9259 by Maxim Integrated 

Products Inc. 

• Remapping the output data stream for different 

target devices (displays) is possible. 

• Measurement of the geometry of image 

acquisition by means of HSYNC, VSYNC and 

pixel clock 

• Detection of a video line at full resolution up to 

2047 pixels 

• RGB color resolution up to 24 Bits 

• Capturing a still image is possible through 

multiple line scanning 

• Reduction of the resolution to increase the 

measurement speed is possible 

LVDS output 

• User definable test pattern with up to 2047 

pixels width and row height; horizontal gray- and 

color gradients also possible 

• RGB color resolution up to 24bit 

• Mapping of the color and sync signals to the 

target device (LVDS sink) 

• Synchronizable to the sync signals of the input 

• Generating its own sync signals HSYNC, 

VSYNC and DATA ENABLE from the pixel clock 

• Availability of the pixel clock from the input 

signal or its own clock generator (18MHz, 

27MHz, 29MHz, 36MHz, 54MHz, 58MHz) 

BOARDS 

153

Example of a Data Evaluation 

154

BOARDS 


LVDS Analyzer, USB 

LVDS Switch-Analyzer, USB, RS232 

MAX9259/MAX9260 

MAX9259/MAX9260 



155

Version with base plate for cabinet applications 

Connections on terminal strips 

56 156

ULC Multifunctional Card 

The ULC multifunction card is equipped with a complex FPGA device that provides many possibilities (A/D, D/A, 

logic, analysis, counter, self-testing, calibration...) via a USB interface. 

A/D Section 

The test card has a total of six bi-polar analog input 

channels, one of which is a differential input and the 

remaining ones being single ended. All channels are 

sampled synchronously. The sampling rate has a maximum 

of 500 KHz for all channels. 

Frequency Counter+Logic Analysis 

The counter inputs can evaluate pulses and frequencies. 

In addition, the inputs can be used for logic analysis. 

BOARDS 

D/A Section 

The D/A converter has four identical channels. On 

these channels DC values or arbitrary waveforms can 

be put out at a sampling rate of up to 1 MHz. 

Self-test, Self-calibration 

AD+DA are equipped with an intelligent self-test device 

that can be used for self-calibration. 


ULC Multifunctional Card (USB) 


Price 

950,00 EUR 

157

Software Interfaces 

Integration into existing test systems via: 

COM/ActiveX, .NET - Assembly, DLL-API 

Base board 4 slots 

Software license and 1 module BSCAN 

Module BSCAN 1 channel 

RS232 Interface 3,3/5V 

I²C Interface 3,3/5V 

SPI-Interface 3,3/5V 

3 inputs/3 outputs 3,3/5V 

58 158

Boundary Scan 

We aimed to develope the MCD Boundary Scan Controller to make the BSCAN technology easily applicable, 

and succeeded. We are proud to offer you a BSCAN with simple handling for an attractive price. 

Advantages at a glance 

• Separate card with self-controller 

• USB High Speed Interface 

• Up to four separate JTAG connectors 

• Additional interface for external ports 

• Electrical power supply for auxiliary 

electronics for external use 

• Easy handling 

• Integrated test surface 

• Chip design 

• Ports with interactive activation option 

• Simple application of BSCAN tools 

• Easy handling connection plugs 

• IEEE Std 1149.x compatible 

• Import of BSDL/JTAG files 

• Integrable with any test software 

Software Functions 

• Integrated GUI 

• Tool monitors for different requirements 

• Manufacturer specific BSDL/JTAG files 

• Circuit diagram from PCB files 

• Board diagram over CAE/CAD data 

• Export -Tools: Excel, PDF 

• Graphically illustrated net list in a table 

• Connection of the circuit layout with labeled 

circuits and connectors 

• Manual or automatic activation of output 

and request of input 

• Implementation of contact and short circuit tests 

• Many search and analysis functions 

• Complex functioning tests over integrated 

script engine 

• Simple programming of test run 

• Integration of external components for 

stimulation of outputs of data acquisition 

• Comprehensive logging and reporting with 

integrated report designer 

• Programming of memory chips and (C)PLDs 

BOARDS 


Base board for 4 slots incl. 1 BSCAN Channel Module BSCAN 1 Channel (max. 4/cards) 



159

60 160

Digital Input card 32 channel 

The MCD-DIN32 is a 32 channel input board. The input signals are fed through analog switches to a comparator 

and then compared to an adjustable threshold value. Through the analog switches in the input path, analog 

signals for further processing by an AD converter can be multiplexed. 

Features 

• Adjustable signal threshold 0 to 10 V 

• Controllable via MCD Bus 

• Via MIO-1300 frequency and counter measurement 

is possible up to 50 kHz 

• Use as an analog multiplexer to 12 V Re ≥ 

1MOhm 

• Adjustable amplification of the input signals 1, 

10, 100, 1000 (optional) 

• Cascading of measurement channels 

Benefits 

• Reliable field-proven hardware 

• Robust software drivers 

• Long-term secure investment 

• Easy and quick adjustment to specific 

applications 

• Design and development of MCD 

BOARDS 


Input Card 32 channel / 0-10V bar 


Price 

287,00 EUR 

161

62 162

Digital Output card 32 channel 

The MCD DOUT32OPTO is a 32-channel output card. The high voltage of outputs, which include PNP (high 

side source) drivers, is set by an external voltage. It can be used universally for stimulation of switching inputs. 

Features 

• Total output current channel 1-16 and 17-32 

per 5 A 

• Switch outputs, short-circuit- and overload 

protected 

• Opto-decoupled up to 40V 

• External voltage possible 


Benefits 


• No additional hardware is required on the PC 




applications 


BOARDS 


DOUT32OPTO V1.1 


Price 

387,00 EUR 

163

64 164

Relay Switch 4x16-fold 

The MCD RELMUX 4x16 card is equipped with 4 blocks x 16 relays. That way, universal configuration is possible. 

Basic configurations can easily be implemented through optional daughter boards. 

Features 

• Signal multiplexing up to max. 2A 

• Configurable 4x16, 2x32, 1x64 

• Connectable through flat cable connector 

• Universally applicable 


Benefits 


• Cost-relay switching technology 

• Robust software driver 

• Future-proof investment 


BOARDS 


Board RELMUX 4x16 V1.2 


Price 

303,00 EUR 

165

66 166

Relay Switch 16-fold 

The MCD REL16 is a relay circuit board used in MCD measurement systems. The card is equipped with sixteen 

operating contacts. The board is controlled via the MCD Bus. 

Features 

• Signal multiplexing 

• Switching of measurement and sensor signals 

• Used as a relay multiplexer 

Benefits 





applications 


• Inexpensive switching logic of MCD 

BOARDS 


Relay Switch Multiplexer 16x / 96-pol. 


Price 

287,00 EUR 

167

68 168

Resistance Simulator 2 Channel 

The MCD RGEBER is a 2 channel resistance simulator for use in MCD measurement systems. Each channel 

can be set independently. The channels are galvanically separated from the control electronics. The board is 

controlled via the MCD Bus. 

Features 

• Resistance up to 65535 Ohms 

• Resolution 2 Ohm / 1 Ohm / 0,5 Ohm 

• 2 separate channels 

• Built-in overcurrent protection 

• Galvanic isolation 

Benefits 




• Customizable 

• Equipped with standard resistors 

• Easy and quick adjustment to specific applications 


BOARDS 


R-Encoder Card 16 bit 0,5Ohm 

R-Encoder Card 16 bit 1Ohm 

Order number 5629-0,5Ohm Order number 5629-1Ohm 


169

70 170

Cascadable Cross Multiplexer 

The MCD XMUX32x4 is a cross multiplexer card for use in MCD measurement systems. It offers the possibility 

of 32 rows and 4 columns to be interconnected arbitrarily. The board is controlled via the MCD Bus. 

Features 

• Signal multiplexing 

• Switching of measurement and sensor signals 

• Cascadable 

• Alarm management for diagnosis 

• Control LED for status indication 

Benefits 



• Inexpensive micro-controller technology 



applications 


BOARDS 


Cross Multiplexer X-MUX 32 to 4 multiplexing group V1.1 


Price 

692,00 EUR 

171

PC-based MCD soft- and hardware components, in functional interaction 

with our AudioAnalyzer or TestManager Classic Edition Software from 

the MCD Softline, outline a cost- and space-saving alternative to standalone 

devices. 

172

Avidline 

AudioAnalyzer page 175 

Videoanalyzer VSA S&H 177 

Videoanalyzer and Generator 179 

AUDIO - VIDEO 

173

Input/Output: 

• Analog 

• Digital 

• SPDIF Optical 

• SPDIF Electrical 

Functions: 

• Oscilloscope 

• FFT spectrum 

• RMS, THD 

• Distortion 

• Frequency 

• Generator, modular 

• Frequency Response 

Measurement 

Functional Test: 

• Audio Tester 

• Signal Analysis 

• Generator 

• etc. 

74 174

Audio Analyzer MCD 

The MCD Audio Analyzer is used for stimulation and analysis of audio signals in both the analog and the digital 

domains. The S/PDIF audio signals can be analyzed or placed to the analog outputs. In conjunction with the 

MCD AudioAnalyzer Software, a complete AudioAnalyzer with excellent measurement data can be realized. 

The input range can be switched in steps between 1-2-5-10 and between 1mV to 50V. This Analyzer is connected 

to the PC that is to be controlled via a USB interface. The following connections are available. 

Input 

analog XLR 

(Input Range 1mVms bis 50Vrms) 

digital optical S/PDIF until 192kSps 

digital electrical S/PDIF until 192kSps 

USB 2.0 High Speed 

Output 

analog XLR 

(Input Range 1mVrms until 15Vms) 

digital optical S/PDIF until 192kSps 

digital electrical S/PDIF until 192kSps 

USB 2.0 High Speed 

AUDIO - VIDEO 

The AudioAnalyzer.Net is a software based solution for the analysis and generation of analog and digital signals 

in the audio range. In this case, standard PC components with Microsoft® Windows XP or below operating 

systems can be used (including Windows7®). For analysis of the audio signals in addition to the frequency and 

signal strength of various measurements, measurements of the distortion factor and the FFT Spectrum are 

possible. Through the integrated signal generators, different waves and modulation forms are generated. The 

surface of the AudioAnalyzer can be widely adapted and adjusted to varying applications. All functions of the 

AudioAnalyzer can be controlled using a COM server interface from other Windows programs. The obtained 

values can also be integrated into a variety of programs. 


License fee for Software package AudioAnalyzer AudioAnalyzer (analog + digital), Desktop Version 

Order number 2559SKLIZ Order number 121374 


AudioAnalyzer (analog + digital), Rack Version AudioAnalyzer (analog + digital), integrated PC 



175

Functional Test: 

• Graphic module 

• Head units 

• MMI Interfaces 

Monitoring: 

• Endurance facilities 

• Heat chamber tests 

• Long-term examinations 

• etc. 

76 176

Videoanalyzer VSA S&H 

The MCD VSA is used for functional testing and monitoring. The module in Eurocard format has a serial interface 

and can be cascaded with other MCD modules. The operation of the MCD VSA is done via MCD TestManager 

or a special user interface. 

By the simultaneous generation of two trigger signals 

within the test line, the following signal differences can 

be accurately determined: 

• Luma-measurement via two S&H‘s and 

• Digital measurement of two data latches. 

The two trigger points in the video line in the grid can 

be adjusted from 200 ns. MCD-VSA remotely capable 

scopes can be used as triggers through the trigger 

outputs. 

Chroma measurements are done using the internal 

HF-Rectifier. The Videoanalyzer has the following 

options for line triggering: 

• Triggered by an analog sync separator to FBAS, 

RGB, SY, sync on green signal 

• External H/V sync signals (polarity adjustable 

via software) 

• External flank switch (polarity adjustable via 

software) 

AUDIO - VIDEO 


Videoanalyzer for digital RGB- and analog video signals 


Price 

1.720,00 EUR 

177

Layout Test Image Pattern 3 Test Image Pattern 2 

Application 

• Composite Video Generator 

• Video Analyzer for analog video signals 

• Use as a broadcasting center for analog video signals 

• Examination of video amplifiers 

• Testing of analog video interfaces 

• Fully automated test systems for infotainment 

systems 

• Display Tester 

• etc. 

78 178

Video Analyzer and Generator 

The Video Analyzer and Generator SD (single density) can convert analog video signals in composite and S- 

Video or RGB format or color difference signals; these are digitized according to NTSC or PAL format and it also 

can generate such a signal. Power supply and control via the USB 2.0 Full Speed Connection. 

Equipment 

• USB port for powering and controlling Analyzer 

Generator 

• 4 inputs 

CVBS 

Y-C 

RGB 

Y-Pb-Pr 

• 3 outputs 

CVBS, Y C 

RGB 

Y-Pb-Pr 

General 

The device is available as a combined unit with 

Video Analyzer and Generator, or just as the Generator. 

This unit can be controlled remotely via our 

MCD ToolMonitor. 

Self-defined test patterns can be loaded via the 

USB interface. 

AUDIO - VIDEO 


Video Generator CVBS/S-Video 

Videoanalyzer, Generator CVBS/S-Video 



179

MCD hardware components for all areas of image processing. 

180

Pixline 

Vision Monitor page 183 

Videomultiplexer page 185 

IMAGING 

181

Online Status Image Control 

Industrial image processing with the MCD Vision Monitor 

Demo-Version zum Download 

http://mcd-elektronik.de/visionmonitor 

82 182

MCD Vision Monitor 

Industrial image processing tasks can be solved with the MCD VisionMonitor easily and inexpensively. With 

this tool for example the contour and location identification of components or the testing of pictograms can be 

carried out. 

Thus, the presence and proper assembly of a component, 

or printing of a pictogram and various other 

features of the specimen can be identified. 

In online mode, the camera image can be monitored 

and adjusted in real time. With the help of MCD VisionMonitor 

a variety of inexpensive USB cameras can 

be integrated. 

The MCD VisionMonitor can be integrated into a variety 

of applications (MCD TestManager CE, LabView 

®, Microsoft Visual Studio ® (C#, C++, Visual Basic), 

Microsoft Office ® (e.g. Excel ®), Open Office ®). 

IMAGING SOFTWARE 

With the MCD VisionMonitor, thresholds for the tests 

are created and the testing of the image acquisition to 

the analysis is performed. Using an integrated script 

engine, it is possible to further integrate customized 

algorithms. 


License fee for MCD Vision Monitor 


Price 

445,00 EUR 

183

Control: 

• Serial control 9-pin. 

SUB-D connector 

• Parallel connection 25- 

pin. SUB-D connector 

• Parallel inputs with plus 

or minus controllable, 

short-circuit 

• Range of input 

range: 4-30 V 

• Auxiliary voltage control 

internal (5V or external) 

84 184

Videomultiplexer 

The MCD Videomultiplexer is ideal for all areas of image processing, particularly for HDTV systems. Up to 8 

analog cameras can be multiplexed on either one or two outputs. Cascading of multiplexers is also possible. 

If supported by an image processing board, connected 

cameras are continuously synchronizable both 

vertically and horizontally. Switching to the next channel 

will receive the synchronization. The image can be 

read consecutively. 

• Control via serial port, parallel port, open 

collector outputs or PLC 

• Connection of cameras and frame-grave via 

standard camera cable 

• No wiring for power supply of cameras needed 

• Control of camera power supply and the 

connected image processing board via LED 

• Front-panel controls and indicators for 

monitoring and diagnostic purposes 

• Standard video inputs and outputs as well as 

positive or negative synchronization with an 

adjustable trigger level 

Components 

• 1U rack chassis with 350 mm depth and an 

anodized frontplate 

• Power supply through AC plug, line filter, fuse 

and power switch 

• Camera/output connectors with 12-pin. 

HIROSE connectors 

IMAGING 


Videomultiplexer 1 channel at 4 Videomultiplexer 1 channel at 8 Videomultiplexer 2x 1 cha. at 4 

Order number 2585 Order number 2586 Order number 2587 

Price 1.252,00 EUR Price 1.529,00 EUR Price 1.529,00 EUR 

185

Good project management, from inquiry to installation of the system is efficient 

and targeted. In the after-sales service, MCD engineers are readily available. 

Throughout the product life cycle of our systems, we support our customers 

and can be available on site, even far beyond the borders of Germany. 

186

Serviceline 

Training page 189 

Calibration, Service 191 

SERVICE 

187

Order Information Software Training 

TestManager Basic Training, 1-2 participant/s, 3 days TestManager Advanced Training, 1-2 p., 3 days 



88 188

Training 

MCD training ensures that your new system is used productively, operated safely and maintained efficiently 

from the first day onwards. Our courses are geared to the needs of the customer. 

Part of the training is conducted as a workshop, i.e. 

participants deal with the processing of practical 

tasks. To learn the software through demonstration videos 

and working on the computer during the training 

sessions is easy. In addition, the use of the already 

user-friendly and clear surface of the software is explained 

in more detail by our staff and developers. The 

training period is 3 consecutive days and the group 

size should not exceed 4 students, so each participant 

can be treated individually. We recommend training 

in-house, so that all participants can concentrate on 

the training contents. Alternatively, training can be 

performed locally. 

We offer the following 

• Courses at MCD in Germany, Hungary and the 

U.S. 

• Courses in English, German, Spanish and 

Hungarian are possible 

• Low number of participants ensures a friendly 

atmosphere 

• Comprehensive course manual 

• Practical exercises with hardware and software 

• Create your own training program 

• Training can be conducted on the desired 

system 

Training plans can be customized to meet specific requirements. 

SERVICE 

Please contact us for an individual training plan so that 

we can create an appropriate offer. 

Order Information Standard Training 

Standard Training 1-2 participant/s, 1 day 1 participant additional (max. 4), 1 day 

Order number 0001SCH01 Order number 0001SCH02 


189

Development 

Conception 

Contruction 

Mechanics 

System 

Integration 

Software 

Development 

Calibration 

Training 

Assembly 

Commissioning 

190

Calibration, Service 

MCD’s top priorities are service and availability. Our service staff will accompany the projects from the beginning 

of the technical aspect, through to commissioning at the customer’s base and also ensure a smooth operation 

of our systems. 

Furthermore, the service team advises our customers 

on the system operation and maintenance, through 

revisions, updated systems or individual components 

and supplies spare parts. 

From our service center in Birkenfeld we can log into 

data networks of MCD systems all over the world, to 

detect possible causes and provide the necessary 

service and repair requirements quickly. This customer 

focus has been rewarded with top marks in surveys. 

If, despite our high quality standards, the customer 

experiences a problem with our test systems, our service 

team can be on site quickly to fix the error and 

minimize the non-productive work time. 

Calibration 

Our universal measurement systems (UMS) - are 

associated with the boards and calibrated immediately 

prior to delivery. The calibration equipment is of 

course traceable to the National Institute for Science 

and Technology. The calibration equipment used is 

documented in the calibration certificate and is traceably 

subject to regular inspection. 

The customer’s calibrated equipment is provided with 

an interval label that includes the date of calibration 

and required recalibration. The results of the calibration 

are stored in a calibration certificate with a 

separate measuring protocol and deposited in a database. 

Upon request, we would be pleased to perform 

a recalibration at your site. 

SERVICE 


Whether it‘s calibration, service or repair - 

We are more than pleased to put together individual offers. 

191

MCD corporate profile, 

IHK Wirtschaftskraftmagazin, 2013 

MCD Hub for USB 6-Port, 

Technische Rundschau, März 2014 

Aktuelle Produkte 

PANORAMA 

MCD celebrates 30 years 

IHK, Juli 2013 

Switchable USB-Hub, 8-Port 

PC&Industrie, April 2014 

„Wir testen die Zukunft“ 

Vom selbstfahrenden Auto bis zur 

Medizintechnik – Hightech-Unternehmen 

aus dem Nordschwarzwald stellt 

hochwertige Mess- und Prüfgeräte her 

Zum Führungsteam gehören (von links) 

Mitgesellschafterin Gerda Treiber, 

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Prokuristin Petra Noske- Mahseredjian 

Core-i-Prozessor der vierten Generation 

VON GERD LACHE 

35 Ländern aus der Luftfahrtbranche 

sowie Hersteller von Medizin-, Zwei der Gründer verlassen MCD. 

Sitz: Dobel im Nordschwarzwald. 

Bruno Hörter kann in die Zukunft Energie- und Haushaltstechnik gehören 

 

zu In jenem einem Kundenkreis, robusten der Siegfried Indus-Treiber in Bild Dobel oben: geführt. Der N1-QM87 bietet 

Fortan wird das Unternehmen von 

blicken. Und zwar völlig ohne Kristallkugel 

und Kaffeesatzleserei. die individuell gefertigte Qualitätsprüftechnitriegehäuse 

aus Birkenfeld mit bevor- 

Abmessun- 

Bruno Hörter übernimmt die Leitung 

am neu gegründeten Stand- 

Der geschäftsführende Gesellschafter 

von MCD Elektronik in Birkenzugt. 

Knapp 80 Prozent der Aufträort 

Birkenfeld. Tragisch: Siegfried 

zahlreiche Schnittstellen wie 

viermal USB 3.0, sechsmal USB 

gen von 204 x 226 x 79 mm³ 

feld bedient sich dazu sensibler ge kommen vom Ausland. Weltweit Treiber kommt im 2.0, Jahr zweimal 2003 bei Gigabit-Ethernet 

Apparate, die das Unternehmen seit be schäftigt ist das MCD Embedded-System 

70 Mitarbeiterin- einem Verkehrsunfall und ums vier Leben. serielle Schnittstellen 

nunmehr 30 Jahren baut. Die dazu nen und Mitarbeiter. Jahresumsatz Nun führt Hörter die MCD-Geschäfte 

von Birkenfeld aus. 

notwendige Software wird ebenfalls 

gleich mitentwickelt. MCD Zur MCD-Führung gehören neben 2006 kommt die MCF Technologie 

2012: N1-QM87 Rund zehn Millionen aus der Euro. Familie 

stellt Geräte her, mit deren Hilfe die Bruno NanoServer Hörter die Mitgesellschafterigebracht. 

Gerda Treiber und Der Prokuristin Rechner ter ba- 

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erweiterungen ver- 

von DSM GmbH, unter- 

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RAM ausbauen. Für 

künftigen Produkte gemessen oder 

auf ihre Tauglichkeit und Haltbarkeit 

geprüft werden. Innovation ist Hörters siert Töchtern auf dem Julia und Intel-Chipsatz 

Verena Messsysteme, zur Gruppe fügt hinzu. der Rechner Im über einen 

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damit Programm bei MCD. 

arbeitet bereits die zweite Genera- selben Jahr gründet MCD im US- 

So weiß Hörter heute schon, welches tion QM87 im Unternehmen und integriert mit. einen Bundesstaat Michigan PCIe-x16-Steckplatz das Tochterunternehmen 

MCD North America 

für kurze 

Karten. Darüber hinaus 

en Funktionen den Fahrzeuglenker sowie auf dem Feld der erneuer- 

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Navigationsgerät mit welchen neu- 

Insbesondere in der Medizintechnik 

Core-i-Prozessor der vierten 

im Jahr 2018 zu seinem Ziel führen baren Generation. Energien sieht das Standardmäßig 

Management 

noch große Entwicklungs- 

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laut Hörter der Firmenumzug stehen intern im zwei Miniwird. 

Ihm sind die Infotainment- 

Systeme der Luxuslimousinen bekannt, 

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ist der „Dazu N1-QM87 werden wir unsere mit dem nale Gewerbegebiet PCIe-x1-Slots Dammfeld in zur Verfügung, 

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ist. Eine mSATA-SSD 

Und dass die neue S-Klasse von Asien, i5-4400E aber auch in bestückt Zentraleuropa und Showroom für und Schulungsräume 

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Ansicht des Geschäftsführers „zu 

Rückblick: den Betriebstemperaturbereich 

eine Eichleitung von 0 bis zur 50 Steue- 

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einer innovativen gehört Ideenwerkstatt“. zur Ausrüstung. Op- 

Die Erfolgsstory beginnt machen das „MCD mit Zentrum“ mindestens nach 60 GByte 

auch daran hat MCD mit seiner Prüf- ckeln 

technik einen wesentlichen Anteil: rung des Hochfrequenz–Pegels Für die Verbindung zur Welt sorgt 

fiziert. Für anspruchsvollere tional ist es möglich, in das 

„Wir sind maßgeblich daran beteiligt, 

dass die Fahrzeuge ausgeliefert ser Anwendungen neuartige sogenannte Stufen- 

lässt sich faser Datenleitung. System Die Niederlas- 

zusätzlich bis zu 

von Sende- und Prüfanlagen. Die- 

eine Hochgeschwindigkeits-Glas- 

werden können“, sagt Hörter stolz abschwächer lässt aufgrund seiner sungen in den USA und Ungarn 

und meint: „Wir testen die Zukunft.“ Lebensdauer der Box-Industriecomputer 

und Präzision die Konkurrenz 

hinter sich. Damit fällt der chenzentrum. Und: Den Beschäf- 

haben direkten Zugriff zwei auf 2,5-Zoll-HDDs/SSDs 

das Re- 

Was heute mit den Birkenfelder High - 

tech-Geräten gemessen und geprüft Startschuss optional für das mit Ingenieurbüro dem Quad- tigten steht seither einzubauen, ein großer Fitnessraum 

mit diversen direkt Geräten über zur die Bodenklappe 

von denen eine 

werde, das komme teilweise erst in „MC Core-Prozessor Elektronik“. Ein Jahr später i7-4700EQ 

vier, fünf oder acht Jahren in den lassen die vier Gründer das Unternehmen 

ausstatten, als MCD Elektronik mit dem GmbH der Mitarbeiter sind unser zugänglich wichtigstes ist. Zwei unab- 

Verfügung. Denn, so Hörter, „die 

Autos zum Einsatz.“ Aber nicht 

nur dort. Unternehmen in mehr als ins Handelsregister eintragen. Kapital“. 

Einsatz bei Temperaturen 

· IKG Dammfeld bis 45 · °C 75217 zulässig Birkenfeld ist. über DVI-I, DVI-D bzw. Dishängige 

Displays lassen sich 

MCD Elektronik GmbH · Hoheneichstr. 52 

Tel. +49 7231 47296-0 · Fax +49 7231 47296-10 · info@mcd-elektronik.de · www.mcd-elektronik.de 

Der Arbeitsspeicher lässt playPort anschließen. (ih) 

sich auf maximal 16 GByte 

Webcode: 924109 

KRAFT 5 

Kompakter Industrie-PC 

Das Gehäuse des Box-PC besteht 

aus Stahlblech 

 

Mit dem Modell EL212x 

erweitert TL Electronic seine 

Produktfamilie EmbeddedLine 

um einen neuen lüfterlosen 

Box-PC. Dieser basiert auf 

dem Dualcore-Prozessor Atom 

D2550 sowie dem NM10- 

Chipsatz und lässt sich mit bis 

zu 4 GByte DDR3-Arbeitsspei- 

PORTRÄT 

cher ausstatten. Das Angebot 

an Schnittstellen umfasst vier 

COM-Ports (drei extern, einer 

intern), vier USB-Ports (plus 

vier intern), zwei Gigabit-Ethernet-Anschlüsse, 

VGA-Graphik 

sowie zwei PS/2-Schnittstellen. 

Für Erweiterungen stehen 

je nach Ausführung ein 

oder zwei PCI-Steckplätze zur 

Verfügung. Abhängig davon 

ist der Box-PC 117 mm oder 

138 mm hoch, die Grundfläche 

beträgt 210 mm x 

220 mm. Der Rechner kann 

mit bis zu zwei Festplatten 

ausgestattet werden und ist 

für Betriebstemperaturen von 

0 bis 45 °C ausgelegt. (dar) 

 


USB-Hub mit einzeln schaltbaren Ports 

 

MCD Elektronik hat einen 

USB-Hub auf den Markt 

gebracht, dessen sechs 

Downstream-Ports per Software 

einzeln ein- und ausgeschaltet 

werden können. 

Beim Ausschalten werden 

sowohl die Datenleitungen als 

auch die Versorgungsspannung 

durch Halbleiterschalter 

getrennt. Die Spannungsversorgung 

kann über den USB- 

Host oder ein externes Netzteil 

erfolgen, wobei der Host 

vor eventueller Rückspeisung 

durch das Netzteil geschützt 

ist. Das Anschließen oder 

Trennen der externen Spannungsversorgung 

löst einen 

Reset aus. Vier der Ports sind 

nach einem Reset ausgeschaltet. 

Zwei Ports bleiben 

einge schaltet, um beispielsweise 

Maus und Tastatur zu 

verwenden. LEDs zeigen den 

Schaltzustand der einzelnen 

Isolierte 3-W-Wandler 

 

Für Anwendungen in Industrie, 

Messtechnik sowie 

Telekommu nikation bringt 

CUI zwei Serien isolierter 

3-W-DC/DC-Wandler auf den 

Markt. Da sich die Wandler 

der Bau reihen PQMC3-S und 

PQM3-M durch eine geringe 

Stromaufnahme bei geringer 

Last oder im Leerlauf auszeichnen, 

eignen sie sich 

für batteriebetriebene 

Applikationen. Die Serie 

PQMC3-S umfasst im achtpoligen 

SIP-Gehäuse mit 

Abmessungen von 22 x 9,5 

x 12 mm³ untergebrachte 

Ausführungen mit den Eingangsspannungsbereichen 

4,5 bis 9 V DC, 9 bis 18 V DC, 18 

bis 36 V DC und 36 bis 75 V DC. 

Varianten mit den Single-Ausgangsspannungen 

5, 12 bzw. 

15 V DC sowie den Dual-Ausgangsspannungen 

±5, ±12 

bzw. ±15 V DC sind verfügbar. 

Zur Baureihe PQM3-M gehören 

Wandler mit den Ein- 

Der USB-Hub mit sechs Ports kann 

wahlweise über ein externes 

Netzteil versorgt werden 

Ports an. Der Hub schaltet 

überlastete USB-Ports automatisch 

ab und sendet eine 

entsprechende Benachrichtigung 

an den Host. (dar) 

 


gangsspannungsbereichen 

9 bis 18 V DC, 18 bis 36 V DC 

sowie 36 bis 75 V DC. Zur 

Wahl stehen sie mit den 

Single-Ausgangsspannungen 

5, 12 und 15 V DC im 23,86 x 

13,70 x 7,50 mm³ messenden 

SMD-Gehäuse mit 16 Pins. 

Beide Serien arbeiten im 

MCD presents switchable USB-Hub, 

electronic journal, April 2014 

Die DC/DC-Wandler arbeiten im 

Betriebstemperaturbereich von 

-40 bis +85 °C bei voller Last 

Betriebs temperaturbereich 

von -40 bis +85 °C bei voller 

Last. Die Isolationsspannung 

zwischen Ein- und Ausgang 

beträgt für alle Modelle 

1500 V DC. (ih) 

 


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Clean Sound on the track 

Design&Elektronik, März 2014 

MCD in the press... 

The new AudioAnalyzer 

electronicfab, April 2013 

Start of construction 

Pforzheimer Zeitung, April 2014 

MCD Switchable Hub for USB 8-Port 

Elektronikpraxis, April 2014 

PRESSE 

Sonderdruck 

21. Jahrgang 

Oktober 

2013 

S. 57–59 

10 

Wir testen die Zukunft. 

Qualifizierungs- 

Testsysteme 

 

test 

measurement & 

Hüter des Klangs 

Messgerät zur Prüfung analoger und 

digitaler Soundsysteme 

Audio Analyzer sind vielseitig einsetzbar, ob zum Test von Infotainment-Systemen, zur Körperschallmessung oder zur 

P rüfung von Blink-Relais. Umso besser, wenn die Geräte direkt in der Fertigung eingesetzt werden können. So sparen sich 

die Hersteller teure Labor-Analysatoren. 

© kebay - fotolia.com 

© Igor Yaruta - Fotolia.com 

Neben dem Test-Rack des UMTS-Modul-Testplatzes befindet sich 

der MCD-Universaladapter, der sechs Prüflingen aufnimmt. Oben im 

19-Zoll-Rack sieht man den neuen Audio Analyzer. 

Ein integrierter Webserver liefert die 

statistischen Werte der Messungen 

direkt auf das iPad. 

Universal- 

Prüfsysteme 

Analysesysteme 

Prüfstände 

Warranty- 

Testsysteme 

Run-In/Screening 

Einrichtungen 

Wir testen die Zukunft. 

Mess- und Prüfsysteme 

für die Elektronikfertigung. 

Kundenspezifische Mess- und Prüfsysteme für Ihre Qualitätssicherung! 

Applikationen 

MCD USB-Hub mit 8 schaltbaren 

Kanälen für USB + Spannung 

Messsoftware 

MCD ELEKTRONIK IN KÜRZE 

1983 startete MCD Elektronik mit einer Idee: Das 

neu-gegründete Unternehmen entwickelte eine 

Eichleitung zum Einstellen von Ausgangspegeln bei 

HF-Sendern. Heute arbeiten bei dem Hersteller für 

Prüfsysteme 50 Spezialisten. Diese entwickeln, projektieren 

und realisieren kundenspezifische Komplettlösungen. 

Ihr Hauptaugenmerk liegt dabei auf 

einer bedienerfreundlichen und effizienten Messdatenerfassung. 


Moderne Autos sind heute mit Elektronik vollgepackt: 

Navigationssystem, Freisprechein- 

den digitalen und analogen Schnittstellen von Tunern, zur Übertragungsprüfung von 

zer. Damit kann die Audio-Übertragung an Hochfrequenzmodulatoren; zum Abgleich 

heit und Fahrerassistenzsystem. Zentral – gleichzeitig an zwei Modulen – gemessen Konvertern bis zur Geräuschuntersuchung 

bedient werden diese Systeme über das werden. Der Audio Analyzer ist für schnelle und Drehzahlmessung. MCD-Geschäftsführer 

Bruno Hörter berichtet: „Den MCD Audio 

sogenannte Infotainment-System. Um den Messverfahren entwickelt, daher kann die 

Fahrer mit den neuesten Informationen zu Sprachqualität parallel zu den Hochfrequenz- Analyzer haben wir speziell für den Einsatz 

versorgen, tauscht das System permanent Testabläufen ermittelt werden. So können die in der Fertigung ausgelegt. Das Gerät unterstützt 

schnelle Messverfahren, wie sie insbe- 

Sprachsignale und digitale Informationen mit Module schritthaltend mit der Produktion getestet 

werden. 

sondere bei der Herstellung von Audiogeräten 

dem Fahrzeug aus – meist über den Mobilfunkstandard 

UMTS. Zum Einsatz kommen 

gefragt sind. Der Analyzer ist gut in automatische 

Testsysteme integrierbar und stellt eine 

solche Systeme vorwiegend in den Fahrzeugen 

der Oberklasse. Entsprechend hoch sind MCD hat mehr als 500 Audio Analyzer ver- 

günstige Alternative gegenüber teuren und 

Die neue Generation 

daher die Ansprüche an die Sprachqualität kauft und sich jetzt entschieden, eine Weiterentwicklung 

dieses Testgeräts auf den Markt 

überdimensionierten Labor-Analyzern dar.“ 

des Infotainment-Systems. Um diese zu gewährleisten, 

benötigen die Automobilhersteller 

beziehungsweise deren Zulieferer die ent- 

das Gerät durch sein praktisches Gehäuse, und Ventile 

zu bringen. In der neuen Version überzeugt Im Test: KFZ-Spiegel, Scheibenwischer 

sprechende Prüftechnik. Diese muss in der das platzsparend in 19-Zoll-Racks eingeschoben 

werden kann. Die Kunden nutzen sind Körperschallmessungen. So können mit 

Eine wichtige Applikation des Audio Analyzers 

Lage sein, neben den Hochfrequenzeigenschaften 

vor allem die Qualität der Audioübertragung 

zu prüfen. Das Unternehmen zum Abgleich analoger und digitaler Soundsche 

von elektrisch bewegten Komponenten 

den Analyzer hauptsächlich zur Prüfung und dem MCD-Gerät Motor- und Getriebegeräu- 

MCD aus Birkenfeld hat sich hier auf die Entwicklung 

und Fertigung von Prüfständen spe- 

Das Gerät verfügt in der Grundausstattralverriegelungen 

geprüft werden. Erkannt 

systeme. 

wie Kfz-Spiegel, Scheibenwischer und Zenzialisiert. 

So lieferte die Firma beispielsweise tung über analoge, digitale und optische Ein- werden sollen bei den Tests mögliche Fehler 

einen UMTS-Modultester an einen großen und Ausgänge. Die Einsatzfälle reichen von an Getriebeübersetzung, Rundlauf und Geräuschentwicklung. 

Die Bewertung der Sig- 

Automobilzulieferer. Der 19-Zoll-Rack-Prüfstand 

enthält dabei zwei MCD Audio Analyment, 

Schaltnetzteilen, Abstandssensoren, nale findet über Hüllkurven statt. Diese 

der Überprüfung von Verstärkern, Infotain- 

Ge- 

räusch- und Funktionsprüfung in der Fertigung ihm autonome Testsysteme realisiert werden. Mit 

verbessert die Kundenzufriedenheit. Zudem können 

die Daten für die Dokumentation der Produksteuerbar. 

Der DatenManager ermittelt anschlie- 

dem TestManager ist der Analyzer vollständig ferntion 

und in der Entwicklung zur Verbesserung der ßend die statistischen Werte der Messungen und 

Produktqualität genutzt werden. 

die Qualitätszahlen. Sie dienen als Abnahmekriterium 

für den Kunden. Sämtliche Prüfinhalte liegen 

Sound-Ingenieure nehmen bei Luxuslimousinen 

alles unter die Lupe, was Geräusche erzeugt. Nicht im Originalcode vor und können von den autorisierten 

Personen erweitert und verändert werden. 

alle Gerätegeräusche werden als Störung wahrgenommen, 

oft vermitteln sie das Gefühl von Sicherheit. 

Ein solches Geräusch ist beispielsweise stellen. Es sind auch Kombinationen mit Testern 

Neue Typen oder Prüfabläufe sind einfach zu er- 

das Klicken des Blink-Relais. MCD hat für den Geräuschtest 

von Blinker-Relais einen eigenen Prüf- 

MCD entwickelt komplette Testsysteme ent- 

mit Boundary-Scan und Funktionstest realisierbar. 

platz gebaut. Die Messung erfolgt über Mikrofone, sprechend dem Kundenwunsch als Offline- oder 

die die Klickgeräusche aufnehmen. Die Programmierung 

erfolgte innerhalb der Analyzer-Software. Erstkontakt des Kunden über die Beratung, Ange- 

Inline-Systeme. Die Betreuung reicht dabei vom 

Erkannt wird das Ausbleiben eines Klicks oder bot, Freigabeprozeduren, FMEA bis hin zur Lieferung 

und Installation. MCD kümmert sich auch um 

ein Abweichen vom Klang. Auch Messungen an 

Schaltnetzteilen auf typische Geräusche im hörbaren 

Audiobereich wurden bereits durchgeführt. 

die Kalibrierung und den Service. 

Störend sind hier beispielsweise pfeifende Spulen. Autor 

Joachim Tatje, Inhaber, Viatico 

Autonome Testsysteme 

Eine wichtige Option des Audio Analyzers ist der KONTAKT 

integrierbare Micro-PC. Zusammen mit der Test- 

MCD Elektronik GmbH, Birkenfeld 

Manager-Software und weiteren Komponenten 

Tel.: +49 7231 47296 0 · www.mcd-elektronik.de 

aus dem Lieferprogramm von MCD können mit 

Automatische 

Prüfsysteme 

End-of-Line- 

Prüfungen 

Inline Prüf- und 

Abgleichautomaten 

MCD Elektronik GmbH 


info@mcd-elektronik.de 

+49 (0) 7231 47 29 6- 0 

Modulare Messgeräte 

Steuerungen 

Platinen 

Audio-/Videomessungen 

Bildverarbeitung 

Serviceleistungen 

MCD Audio Analyzer zur Prüfung 

analoger und digitaler Signale 

QR Code scannen 

- weitere Infos zu 

MCD Mess- und 

Prüfsystemen 

erhalten. 

MCD Elektronik GmbH • Hoheneichstr. 52, 75217 Birkenfeld • +49 (0) 7231 47 29 6 - 0 • +49 (0) 7231 47 29 6 - 10 

www.mcd-elektronik.de • info@mcd-elektronik.de • Aktuelle Online-Kataloge unter www.issuu.com/mcdelektronik 

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