The Acontis stack is divided into two parts. TheClass BMaster forms the basis. TheClass AMaster is an addon that allows synchronization with Distributed Clocks (DCM = Distributed Clocks Master Synchronization).
Software libraries and components
atemsys [atemsys.ko]
Linux kernel module. Grants direct HW access from user space.
Special Ethernet hardware driver optimized for use with EtherCAT.
Replaces the installed ethernet driver
Different LinkLayer may be needed for different Ethernet Hardware
Check compatibility list in ec-master_classb.pdf2.3.1.3 Supported network controllers
Bin/Linux/x64/libeml8254x.so
Usage
The Acontis stack can be used without limitation for 1 hour. After this the stack stops working. To overcome this limitation you have to acquire runtime licences from Acontis.