What kind of sensors can I connect to SIRIUS data acquisition systems?

SIRIUS data acquisition system offers a full range of signal amplifiers available that can condition almost any signal. You can connect voltage, high-voltage, IEPE, charge, strain gauge based sensors (quarter-bridge, half-bridge, and full-bridge), load cells, thermocouple, RTD, LVDT, current. You can check the SIRIUS tech specs page for the full list of different amplifiers available.

What is DualCoreADC® technology?

The <a href="https://youtu.be/mzNyTn3W42s" target="_blank" rel="noopener">DualCoreADC® technology</a> solves often faced problems with signal measurement - input overload, noise, and artificial frequencies in the signal caused by aliasing. The input signal can be higher than expected (out-of-range) and therefore clipped by the A/D converter. With SIRIUS data acquisition systems, each input channel amplifier has two ADC's that always measure the high and low gain of the input signal. This results in the full possible measuring range of the sensor and prevents the signal from being clipped. With DualCoreADC® technology SIRIUS DAQ hardware achieves more than 130 dB signal-to-noise ratio and more than 160 dB in dynamic range. This is 20 times better than standard 24-bit data acquisition systems and 20 times less noise.

What sampling rates does SIRIUS DAQ systems offer?

SIRIUS data acquisition devices offer four different types of signal conditioners (or amplifiers) that offer different sampling rates: <ul> <li>SIRIUS DualCoreADC® amplifiers: 8 analog input channels per SIRIUS slice with a 200 kHz sampling rate per channel. Uses dual 24-bit Sigma-delta ADCs per input channel.</li> <li>SIRIUS HD (High Density) amplifiers: 16 analog input channels per SIRIUS slice with a 200 kHz sampling rate per channel. Uses a single 24-bit Sigma-delta ADC per input channel.</li> <li>SIRIUS HS (High Speed) amplifiers: 8 analog input channels per SIRIUS slice with a 1 MHz sampling rate per channel. Uses single 16-but SAR ADC per input channel. </li> <li>SIRIUS XHS (Extra High Speed) amplifiers: 8 analog input channels per SIRIUS slice with up to 15 MS/s sampling rate per channel. Uses our latest HybridADC® signal conditioning technology.</li> </ul> The sampling rate is software selectable globally for all input channels or separately for every individual input channel.

Are SIRIUS data acquisition system galvanically isolated?

Yes. SIRIUS DAQ devices feature a high galvanic channel-to-channel and channel-to-ground isolation (CAT II ±1000 V and CAT III ±600 V). SIRIUS amplifiers also offer isolated sensor excitation. You can learn more about in the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d71V0pjZbZ0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">SIRIUS galvanic isolation demonstration video</a>.

Do Dewesoft data acquisition systems really come with 7-year warranty?

The Dewesoft 7-Year warranty applies to all our data acquisition systems. You buy it, own it, use it, and our warranty keeps you covered. We build our equipment to last. We guarantee you that your hardware will be free from defects and functional. Our warranty covers that the instruments function as promised for a period of 7 years from the day of the delivery.

Do Dewesoft DAQ systems really include free software?

Yes! All Dewesoft data acquisition systems are bundled with DewesoftX Professional data acquisition software for no extra charge. DewesoftX Professional includes features for data storing, visualization, export, reporting, and a wide math library for signal processing. Please note that some advanced signal processing and application-specific software features are paid options. See the DewesoftX feature matrix to compare DewesoftX versions.

Are DewesoftX software updates free of charge?

Yes. All the updates to DewesoftX software are free forever for existing Dewesoft users. We release a new major version every two months. All the performance updates, new features, and bug fixes are available for the upgrade by <a href="https://download.dewesoft.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">downloading</a> and running the installer from the website.

What are the minimum requirements to run DewesoftX software?

DewesoftX software will work on almost any PC which can run Windows operating system (32-bit or 64-bit versions). DewesoftX is compatible with Windows 7, Windows 10, Windows 11, or Windows Server 2016. Recommended PC specifications: <ul> <li>Processor: Intel Core i7 with 4 Cores (3rd generation or higher)</li> <li>Memory (RAM): 8 GB</li> <li>Storage: Solid-state drive (SSD)</li> <li>Graphics card: Compatible with DirectX 11</li> <li>Display: 1280x720 (HD Ready)</li> <li>Operating system: Windows 10 64-bit</li> </ul> Actual requirements may vary for different data acquisition configurations and your signal processing requirements. For more information, read this <a href="https://support.dewesoft.com/en/support/solutions/articles/14000102973-dewesoftx-system-requirements" target="_blank" rel="noopener">support article</a>.

Is there an educational discount for using DewesoftX software for education?

Yes. We offer an educational version of DewesoftX at a very attractive price. The educational version offers all advanced signal processing modules and can be ordered with or without Dewesoft data acquisition hardware. Please contact your local distributor to get more information on Educational packages.

Do you offer evaluation version of DewesoftX?

Yes. We offer a fully unlocked 4-week evaluation version of DewesoftX software. You can download the DewesoftX installer and obtain your evaluation license.

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SIRIUS® R2/R4Compact medium to high channel count data acquisition (DAQ) systems

Name: SIRIUS® R2/R4
Brand: Dewesoft®
Rating: 4.8 (19 reviews)

SIRIUS® R2 and R4 are compact data acquisition systems with a maximum of 64 analog inputs, 32 counter inputs, and 32 analog outputs. The DAQ systems feature a built-in high-performance, highly reliable data processing computer and SSD data logger which can optionally be replaced by a USB hub for a connection to an external PC.

The signal conditioning modules for any signal and sensor are available. The amplifiers feature the latest dual 24-bit ADCs achieving an astonishing 160 dB dynamic range and 130 dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR).

IEPE

Charge

Voltage

High Voltage

Current

Strain and Stress

Full Bridge

Half Bridge

Quarter Bridge

LVDT

Thermocouple

RTD

Resistance

Analog out

Counter and Encoder

Digital

DSI compatible

TEDS compatible

CAN bus

OBDII

J1939

Galvanic isolation ±1000 V

GPS and GLONASS

RTK

SSD

Touch screen

Full HD

Battery

LAN

WI-FI

USB 2.0

USB 3.0

EtherCAT

-10°C to +50°C

IP20

SIRIUS® R2/R4 highlights

High-End Signal Conditioning

This data acquisition system is built around SIRIUS DAQ technology and features the same versatile and powerful amplifiers for world-leading signal conditioning. See the SIRIUS product page for a detailed SIRIUS DAQ technology overview.

Powerful and Reliable Computer

R4 DAQ system offers powerful built-in data processing computer and fast and reliable SSD data logging capabilities for a stand-alone operation.

Up to 64 Analog Inputs

System can be configured with up to 4 SIRIUS DAQ slices for a total of 64 analog inputs for connecting virtually any sensor.

Up to 32 Counter/Encoder Inputs

System can hold up to 32 counter/encoder inputs or 96 digital input channels, all equipped with our patented SUPERCOUNTER® technology.

High-speed CAN ports

Systems can accommodate several high-speed CAN 2.0b channels with 1 Mbit/sec data throughput with additional support for CCP, OBDII, J1939, and CAN output.

EtherCAT Expansion Port

DAQ system includes EtherCAT master port with built-in synchronization for easy connection and extension of any of our EtherCAT-based DAQ systems like KRYPTON, IOLITE, or SIRIUSe DAQ systems.

Connectivity and interfaces

The built-in SBOX computer features modern connectivity options and interfaces, including Wireless LAN (WiFi), dual gigabit LAN, USB 3.0, GPS/GNSS, HDMI, and EtherCAT. Synchronization capabilities are also available.

Integrated GNSS with RTK

All portable DAQ systems can be equipped with an optional 10Hz or 100Hz GNSS receiver, allowing for precise GPS positioning in navigational testing applications. These GNSS receivers also offer optional RTK support, which can enhance positioning accuracy to 1 cm.

Software included

Every Dewesoft data acquisition system is bundled with award-winning DewesoftX data acquisition software. The software is easy to use but very rich and deep in functionality. All software updates are free forever with no hidden licensing or yearly maintenance fees.

Dewesoft quality and 7-year warranty

Enjoy our industry-leading 7-year warranty. Our data acquisition systems are made in Europe, utilizing only the highest build quality standards. We offer free and customer-focused technical support. Your investment into the Dewesoft solutions is protected for years ahead.

SIRIUS® R2 and SIRIUS® R4

SIRIUS® R2 and R4 are compact medium to high-channel-count data acquisition systems. All channels are fitted inside a compact and rugged chassis design. Multiple SIRIUS® R2 and R4 data acquisition systems can furtherly be connected and synchronized together to extend the channel count, even to thousands of channels.

SIRIUS® R2

32 analog input channels
16 counter/encoder input channels
48 digital input channels
18 CAN bus input channels
16 analog output channels

SIRIUS® R4

64 analog input channels
32 counter/encoder input channels
92 digital input channels
36 CAN bus input channels
32 analog output channels

Both systems feature a built-in powerful SBOX data processing computer with all modern networking interfaces and reliable SSD storage. For more details see the SBOX section.

SIRIUS R2 and SIRIUS R4 data acquisition systems

Powerful SBOX computer built-in

At the heart of the SIRIUS® R2 and R4 data acquisition systems is a powerful SBOXse computer. The computers are powered by an Intel® Core CPU, powerful enough even for the most demanding signal processing tasks:

SIRIUS® R2: Intel Core i7 CPU.
SIRIUS® R4: Intel Core i7 CPU.

SBOX computer is equipped with 8 GB of memory and is optionally upgradeable to 32 GB. A fast internal SSD drive provides reliable storage for long-term and high-speed data recording.

The SBOX computer is also equipped with modern connectivity interfaces:

Network interfaces: 2x GLAN, 1x WLAN.
USB 3.0: 4x USB 3.0 ports for data acquisition devices like SIRIUS, DEWE-43A, and peripherals like mouse, keyboard, printers, and external hard drives.
EtherCAT expansion port: for expanding input channels with any of our EtherCAT-based data acquisition systems such as KRYPTON, IOLITE, or SIRIUSe.
HDMI video: for connecting an external display.
GPS/GNSS receiver (optional): 10 Hz or 100 Hz GNSS receiver with an option to connect external GPS display or to an RTK base station.

EtherCAT® expansion port

SBOX is also equipped with an EtherCAT® slave port which can be used to expand and distribute additional analog channels by connecting any of our EtherCAT®-based data acquisition modules such as KRYPTON or SIRIUSe.

EtherCAT® port includes a built-in hardware synchronization hub for synchronization of all the connected EtherCAT® devices with the internal analog channels. Only one cable is needed to daisy chain the units. The single cable is used for data, synchronization, and power to all extended EtherCAT® devices.

SIRIUS® R2-HUB and SIRIUS® R4-HUB

If you prefer to connect the SIRIUS® R2/R4 to an external PC then we offer SIRIUS® R2-HUB and R4-HUB data acquisition systems. They feature an integrated USB hub instead of an SBOX computer and stream data directly to an external PC via the USB 2.0 connection.

Both SIRIUS® R2-HUB and R4-HUB data acquisition systems also include additional USB and synchronization extension ports. These ports allow systems to be easily extended by multiple SIRIUS® R2-HUB and/or R4-HUB data acquisition systems, or other Dewesoft additional data acquisition devices such as SIRIUS® modular or DEWE-43.

SIRIUS R2 and R4 HUB data acquisition systems

SIRIUS® signal conditioning technology

Data acquisition systems are built around our world-class SIRIUS® signal conditioning technology and offer the same top-performing technologies:

DualCoreADC® technology: high-dynamic range and signal-to-noise ratio (SNR).
SuperCounter® technology: high-speed synchronized angle and speed measurement.
Galvanic isolation: channel-to-channel and channel-to-ground isolation for best signal quality and safety.

Note: galvanic isolation does not apply to SIRIUS mini and MINITAURs instruments.

Available signal amplifiers

SIRIUS® data acquisition systems offer different signal conditioning amplifiers grouped into three main amplifier families.

DualCoreADC® amplifiers

High dynamic range inputs (160dB)

These amplifiers feature dual 24-bit Delta-sigma ADC. Each channel amplifier has two A/D converters that measure the high and the low gain of the input signal in parallel. This results in the full possible measuring range of the sensor and prevents the signal from being clipped.

With DualCoreADC technology, SIRIUS data acquisition systems achieve more than 130 dB signal-to-noise ratio and more than 160 dB in dynamic range. This is 20x better than 24-bit DAQ systems and 20x less noise.

Each channel is capable of acquiring the input signal at a 200 kS/s sampling rate.

High-density (HD) amplifiers

SIRIUS high density amplifier (HD) schematic

Same Speed. More Channels. Optimized Price.

High-density (HD) amplifiers are built with the same dual 24-bit Delta-sigma ADC with an anti-aliasing filter and 200 kS/s sampling rate per channel. The main difference to DualCoreADC® amplifiers is that HD amplifiers use each of the two Delta-sigma ADCs as separate input and thus double the number of input channels while still keeping great signal-to-noise and dynamic range specs.

SIRIUS high-density signal conditioning cards thus offer double the input channels (16 analog channels) in the same chassis enclosure. These modules offer the best price-per-channel-to-performance ratio.

High-speed (HS) amplifiers

16-bit SAR ADC with high-speed sampling

SIRIUS® high-speed (HS) amplifiers are equipped with 16-bit SAR ADC. They offer high bandwidth and acquisition rates of up to 1 MS/s sample rate per channel. These amplifiers are suitable for recording fast transients and for applications where a high sampling rate is a must (such as power analysis).

The SIRIUS® modules with high-speed (HS) signal conditioning amplifiers are available in 8 analog input channel configurations.

Amplifier	Voltage	Current	Resistance	Strain	IEPE	Charge	PTx	Thermocouple	Potentiometer	LVDT	TEDS	Excitation
DualCoreADC® amplifiers (8 analog channels per slice, Dual 24-bit Sigma-Delta ADC, 200 kS/s/channel)
ACC	✓	Ext. shunt	✗	✗	✓	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✓	✓
CHG	✓	Ext. shunt	✗	✗	✓	✓	✗	✗	✗	✗	✓	✓
UNI	✓	DSI	✓	✓	✓	DSI	✓	DSI	✓	DSI	✓	✓
STG	✓	DSI	✓	✓	DSI	DSI	✓	DSI	✓	DSI	✓	✓
STGM	✓	DSI	✗	✓	DSI	DSI	DSI	DSI	✓	DSI	✓	✓
HV	✓	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗
LV	✓	DSI	✗	✓	DSI	DSI	DSI	DSI	✗	DSI	✓	✓
MULTI	✓	DSI	✗	✓	DSI	DSI	DSI	DSI	✓	DSI	✓	✓
MIC200	✓	Ext. shunt	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✓	✓
High-density (HD) amplifiers (16 analog channels per slice, 24-bit Sigma-Delta ADC, 200 kS/s/channel)
ACC	✓	Ext. shunt	✗	✗	✓	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✓	✓
STGS	✓	DSI	✗	✓	DSI	DSI	DSI	DSI	✗	DSI	✓	✓
LV	✓	DSI	✗	✓	DSI	DSI	DSI	DSI	✗	DSI	✓	✓
High-speed (HS) amplifiers (8 analog channels per slice, 16-bit SAR ADC, 1 MS/s/channel)
ACC	✓	Ext. shunt	✗	✗	✓	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✓	✓
CHG	✓	Ext. shunt	✗	✗	✓	✓	✗	✗	✗	✗	✓	✓
STG	✓	DSI	✓	✓	DSI	DSI	✓	DSI	✓	DSI	✓	✓
HV	✓	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗	✗
LV	✓	DSI	✗	✓	DSI	DSI	DSI	DSI	✗	DSI	✓	✓

*DSI = Dewesoft Sensor Interface. Learn more about DSI adapters.

See full SIRIUS technical specifications for detailed specs about the SIRIUS DAQ systems and its amplifiers.

DualCoreADC® signal conditioning technology

The DualCoreADC® technology solves often-faced problems with signal measurement:

signal input overload,
noise, and
artificial frequencies in the signal caused by aliasing.

The input signal can be higher than expected by the signal conditioner (out-of-range) and therefore clipped by the ADC. This will result in an incorrect measurement and will require you to repeat the test all over again.

DualCoreADC technology prevents these problems. Each channel amplifier has two A/D converters that measure the high and the low gain of the input signal in parallel. This results in the full possible measuring range of the sensor and prevents the signal from being clipped.

Channel-to-channel galvanic isolation

SIRIUS DAQ devices offer high galvanic channel-to-channel and channel-to-ground isolation (±1000 V). The DAQ systems even offer isolated sensor excitation.

With such isolation, we have no problem measuring high voltage potentials and no problem with common-mode voltages. We are also safe with measurements like vibrations, temperatures, or any other measurement where non-isolated sensors are placed next to the high voltage potential against the DAQ system ground. In such cases, a non-isolated DAQ system would burn or at least give faulty wrong results. With SIRIUS it is just one thing less to worry about.

Digital isolation has another big advantage - preserving the frequency bandwidth of the amplifiers. SIRIUS provides "worry-free" measurements, less noise, no ground loops, and the best possible signal quality.

For less demanding measurement and lower-cost applications, SIRIUS DAQs are also available in a differential version where only power supply isolation is offered.

SuperCounters®: precise speed and angle measurement with counter and encoder sensors

Dewesoft data acquisition systems utilize a patented and registered trademark technology called SuperCounter®.

Counter inputs can measure the RPM and angle of rotating machines. In comparison to standard counters, which only output integer numbers one sample later (e.g. 1, 1, 2, 2, 3, 4), the Dewesoft SuperCounter inputs are able to extract accurate values like 1.37, 1.87, 2.37, etc. fully synchronized for time and amplitude.

This is done by measuring the exact time of the rising edge of the signal with an additional counter. Our SuperCounter inputs work on a 102.4 MHz time base, independent of the current analog sampling rate.

Counter inputs are fully synchronized with analog, CAN bus, and other data sources to enable easy applications like balancing, order tracking, and torsional vibrations.

Analog outputs

SIRIUS® R2 and R4 data acquisition systems can optionally be configured with analog output channels:

SIRIUS R2 up to 16 analog outputs
SIRIUS R4 up to 32 analog outputs

Analog output channels can function in any of the following modes:

Standalone digital signal amplifier
Multi-channel function generator for modal/shaker control - software upgrade option required
Control channels
A replay of the analog data

Real-time, low-latency data output

We offer an "RT" (real-time) version of SIRIUS® data acquisition systems. These systems include a secondary EtherCAT® data bus on the back side of the instrument. This data bus can be used to output reduced rate data in parallel in real-time to any 3rd party EtherCAT® masters.

The real-time EtherCAT® bus is available on the following SIRIUS systems:

SIRIUS® modular EtherCAT®
SIRIUS® R2, R2-HUB
SIRIUS® R4, R4-HUB
SIRIUS® R8

To learn more about SIRIUS® RT instruments and our unique dual-mode operation please visit the SIRIUS® RT systems product page.

Integrated GNSS positioning with RTK correction

SBOX computers can optionally be equipped with a 10 Hz or 100 Hz GNSS receiver for precise position measurement applications. GNSS receivers can optionally also be configured to support RTK correction (Real-Time Kinematics).

GNSS receiver option will transform your data acquisition system and makes it ideal for precise position-based test and measurement applications. The RTK correction option will improve the positioning accuracy down to 1 cm.

SBOX with GNSS receiver will transform the data acquisition system into a powerful automotive data logger for advanced position-based test and measurement applications such as:

Brake testing
ADAS testing
Pass-by-noise
Vehicle dynamics
Road load data
and others.

SOFTWARE

Award-Winning Data Acquisition Software Included for Free

Dewesoft data acquisition systems are bundled with award-winning DewesoftX data acquisition software. It is the world's most advanced and easy-to-use data recording and signal processing software. Software and hardware work together like magic. It offers simplicity as well as deep functionality to tackle any test and measurement task.

And the best part? You get lifetime FREE software updates and technical support. Software is evolving all the time. New major releases are released every 3 months constantly adding new features, optimizations, and other improvements. There are no hidden costs and will remain free forever.

Plug and Play

Connecting the DAQ system and sensors could not be faster or easier. DewesoftX software will automatically detect the connected DAQ systems and TEDS-equipped sensors will configure the channel configuration automatically. Features like:

Hardware auto-detection.
Smart sensors.
Sensor database.
Advanced TEDS sensor support.
Built-in unit conversion.
Real-time signal preview.
Wiring schematics.

will make you ready for measurement in seconds. Spend less time configuring your DAQ hardware and be more productive. Time is money!

Measure and Store

Powerful storing capabilities with more than 500 MB/s sustained stream rates mean you can always store data at full speed and never again worry about losing data that could compromise your tests. DewesoftX storing features offer:

Real-time data acquisition.
Synchronized acquisition of analog, counter, video, GPS, CAN bus, and many other sources.
Advanced triggering and alarms.
Single or multi-file storage.
Remote and distributed network storing.
Automated test sequences.

Even if you store gigabytes of data, our innovative data file format will ensure you can reload and analyze your data as fast as in a blink of an eye.

Analyse and Publish

NVH, structural testing, power analysis, and more. Forget about using several complex software solutions to record and analyze your data. DewesoftX offers one-stop shop for all test and measurement tasks. Our software offers:

Online and offline mathematics.
Flexible real-time visual displays.
Synchronized video support.
PDF and Word reporting tools.
Data export to many standard file formats.
Unlimited FREE license seats to view and analyze stored data.

DewesoftX is designed with the mindset of a test engineer and offers a complete testing solution in a single software package that is easy and joy to use.

Lifetime Free Updates

We are offering no-bluff or hidden cost licensing model for our data acquisition software. A new major version is released every three months bringing new features, performance boosts, bugfixes, with no additional cost to you. All updates for our existing users are free forever.

Unlimited License Seats

Our licensing model offers unlimited seats for analysing the recorded data. The recorded data file will bundle the license. Simply share data file with your colleagues and they can download software for free and ready to fully analyze the data. No additional licenses are needed.

Free Technical Support

We are putting our customers first. Free worldwide technical support is available for our DAQ software and hardware. Our technical support team is responsive and will attend to every support request and solve it in the fastest possible manner. Local technical support in our local offices is also available for you at no extra cost.

Lovedby Many Engineers

Dewesoft has transformed our approach to measurements. Prior to using Dewesoft, it would take us hours or even days to set up our measurement equipment. But now, everything can be done in a matter of minutes. With a clear data overview and multiple export formats, our work has become much more efficient. We greatly appreciate the almost instant support and assistance provided by Dewesoft. Any special requests or suggestions are addressed in a very short time. Truly, Dewesoft is the ultimate Swiss knife of the measurement world.

Dear Dewesoft, I am again using your Time ODS module for Energy transformer research. The test is very fast, and offers a unique way to visualize operational modes. We got spectacular results.

It has been a long day, but before going home I wanted to say few things. Thank you from the bottom of my engineer heart and in the name of OneSubsea for what you did today! Yesterday at 10 PM I sent you an email asking for urgent help on a Saturday morning. 30 minutes later you replied you would come. This morning you were 5 people involved in resolving the issue. I have never experienced such customer service! Thanks again, customer service matters a lot to us, and today's response blew me away.