Instrumentation Starter Guide
Welcome to Explore WPC Instrumentation
WPC's self-developed gStack-RIO series adopts a Rack chassis design, specifically for distributed, high-density I/O applications. Through flexible slot design and powerful LabVIEW support, you can quickly build precision control and measurement systems.
Getting Started Path
Choose gStack-RIO Controller and Chassis
Select the appropriate gStack-RIO controller based on your channel count and application scenario (PC Remote Control or Stand-alone operation).
Configure I/O Module Cards
The gStack-RIO chassis provides 8 slots, allowing you to freely mix and match analog (AI/AO), digital (DI/DO), relay, serial communication (RS232/485), or CAN bus modules as needed.
Hardware Wiring and Power Configuration
Connect the 24VDC power supply and Ethernet cable. gStack-RIO features a front-panel swappable design, facilitating physical wiring and subsequent maintenance.
Install gStack-RIO Manager
Use the official management tool for chassis scanning, module configuration, and test panel verification.
Development and Deployment (LabVIEW)
Download the WPC driver and perform efficient development and logic control through LabVIEW or LabVIEW Real-time.
Choose Your Instrumentation Equipment
gStack-RIO Series
Distributed, High-Density I/O Solution
Chassis design supporting 1 controller and 8 functional modules, providing a flexible swappable card interface and a stable industrial-grade control environment.
I/O Module Cards
Diverse Functional Expansion Options
Covers voltage/current acquisition, analog output, digital I/O, relay switching, and various industrial communication protocols (CAN FD, RS232/485/422).
If you are unsure which module best fits your application, please refer to the Product Introduction to learn about detailed chassis architecture and controller configurations.
gStack-RIO Product Management Tool - gStack-RIO Manager
gStack-RIO Manager is the core utility for managing gStack systems. It provides an intuitive interface for completing initial setups without writing any code:
Chassis Scan
Automatically scans and identifies available gStack-RIO controllers on the network.
Card Configuration
Set functions, modes, and virtual card assignments for modules in each slot.
Test Panel
Built-in interactive panels for fast functional verification of individual modules.
Pin Query
Instantly query wiring definitions and pinout diagrams for various module cards.
Please go to the gStack-RIO Manager Introduction and Installation page to download the management software and confirm the necessary LabVIEW Run-time and NI VISA driver environment.
Driver and Software Development
gStack-RIO is deeply integrated with the LabVIEW environment, allowing engineers to achieve optimal system performance.
| Development Environment | Feature Summary | Detailed Tutorial Link |
|---|---|---|
| LabVIEW | Provides rich VIs and demo examples, supporting PC Remote control mode. | LabVIEW Getting Started |