DrawingBoard VI™ by CalComp

DrawingBoard VI™ by CalComp
Designed for demanding CAD, GIS, engineering, textile and apparel applications, the DrawingBoard VI series is the design professional's choice in large-format digitizers.

DrawingBoard VI features the industry's highest resolution—12,700 lines per inch, integrated RS232 serial and USB connection for quick and easy set-up, a choice of corded or cordless transducers, as well as a variety of sizes to satisfy your application's requirements
DrawingBoard VI™ - Features
DrawingBoard VI digitizers utilize the same Advanced Function Technology that has set the world standard for performance. Internally, these high performance tools are engineered with a state-of-the-art positioning grid to ensure reliability, performance and quality. Multiple accuracy versions are available to match specific system requirements, and an integrated mounting channel allows accessories such as a pen tray to be easily and quickly mounted.
Industry’s Highest Resolution & Accuracy
Resolution up to 12,700 lines per inch
Accuracy up to ± 0.002 inches
Choice of Pointing Devices
Cordless or corded 16-button cursor
Cordless or corded 4-button cursor
Cordless or corded click-tip pen with two side buttons
Cordless lite-touch pen with two side buttons
Cordless pressure-tip pen with two side buttons
Illuminated 16-button cursor for high-accuracy digitizers
Convenience Features
Easy-to-install software
Powered via USB connection which simplifies setup
Integrated USB and RS-232 serial connections
(RS-232 Serial requires optional power supply)
Software Drivers
Wide range of compatibility
Programmable macros (RS-232 only)

DrawingBoard VI™ - Specifications
Platform Support PC
Software Drivers Microsoft Windows 95/98/NT/Me/2000/XP/Vista
Hardware Interface USB, RS-232 Serial (requires optional power supply)
Absolute Accuracy
Options		 ± 0.002 in (± 0.051 mm)
± 0.005 in (± 0.127 mm)
± 0.010 in (± 0.254 mm)
Resolution Up to 12,700 lines/inch (500 lines/mm) real resolution
Repeatability 1 LSB (least significant bit)
Proximity Up to 0.4 in (10.2 mm) with cordless pointing device
Up to 0.8 in (20.3 mm) with corded pointing device
Self Diagnostics Automatic testing RAM, ROM and microprocessor
Baud Rate Up to 38,400
Data Rate Up to 200 coordinate pairs/second
Technology Electromagnetic
Output Formats 32 industry-standard formats
Cursor Switches Elastomeric keypad, rated life over 1 million actuations
Emulations CalComp 3400, GTCO T5A, Summagraphics Microgrid
Operating Modes Point, line, run, track, incremental, prompt
Power Supply 120V 60Hz or 220V 50Hz (required for RS-232 serial connection)
No power supply required for USB connection
Power Requirements 5VDC, 100mA current draw (USB)
9VDC, 200mA current draw (with power supply)
Certification UL 1950, EN60950, FCC, VCCI, CE, EN55024, EN55022, Industry Canada
Operating Temperature 41 to 115°F (5 to 46°C)
Storage Temperature 0 to 150°F (-18 to 68°C)
Humidity Range 10 to 95%, non-condensing
Altitude Range Up to 10,000 ft (3,077 m)
Warranty One-Year Limited Warranty (extended warranty available, USA only)