With the new GIO212, Bachmann electronic is presenting a highly flexible I/O module: Each of the 12 channels can be configured either as a digital or an analog input or output, as counters or inputs for temperature and resistance measuring. Depending on the function selected, a channel can be assigned up to two functions (mixed mode operation). All the standard I/O functions used in an automation solution have thus been provided for the first time in a single module. The module can therefore be used for a number of applications and is suitable for use with a wide range of sensors and actuators.