Remember, the DockFrame should work with any USB-C computer. However, to fully support the full range of expansion cards and tool cards, we’re certain you’ll have to plug it into a ‘full function’ USB-C port . That is a Type-C port which offers power delivery, video (DP Alt Mode), and high-speed data (USB 3.X, USB4, Thunderbolt). You might also want a few Legos.
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bit_user I wonder what the sampling frequency of the multimeter card is. If it's high enough, it could effectively turn a framework laptop into a portable oscilloscope! Even if its not very high, just having the ability to make timestamped, automated measurements seems like it'd be a useful capability to have. Reply
decembermouse With everything going on in the world, I just have to say I'm glad things like this are being made. We all need healthy diversions. I want a world with many things not as they currently are, but one thing we are getting is a seemingly-thriving enthusiast-level builder hardware market. Reply
terabite bit_user said: I wonder what the sampling frequency of the multimeter card is. If it's high enough, it could effectively turn a framework laptop into a portable oscilloscope! Even if its not very high, just having the ability to make timestamped, automated measurements seems like it'd be a useful capability to have. I doubt it will be higher than 1 MSPS. In any case, any PC/laptop with a microphone input is already an oscilloscope up to ~96 KHz, usually even 24 bit Reply
bit_user terabite said: I doubt it will be higher than 1 MSPS. Right. I'm not optimistic that it would be a very compelling alternative to a true digital scope, unless/until they actually decide to make a proper digital scope module. terabite said: In any case, any PC/laptop with a microphone input is already an oscilloscope up to ~96 KHz, usually even 24 bit Uh, not sure that input is going to be very linear, close to DC, nor above the audible range. Also, could have some soft-clipping and I wouldn't generally trust its voltage measurements. Better than nothing, but I think maybe more trouble than it's worth? Reply
LordVile So you can now get an overpriced, limited dock for your overpriced, unrepairabke framework laptop? Reply
guraldunix Does this do anything an existing USB-C adapter/dongle can't do? I guess I'm confused why this is unique. There are already USB-C adapters for almost anything. Reply
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