Input patch panels serve as a central collection point for individual sensor cables installed in multi-channel measurement arrays. The sensor signal paths are then consolidated and transmission to readout or data acquisition equipment is accomplished by a single, multiconductor cable.
Output patch panels connect via multi-conductor cables to the outputconnectors on high densityrack or modularsignal conditioners. The sensor signal paths are then expanded to individual BNC's for each channel for subsequent connection to data acquisition equipment