Intended Users
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The LXA IOBus 4DO-3DI-3AI is a highly specialized tool for embedded development.
Therefore, only technicians who are well-experienced in the use of electronic
devices, should use this tool.
Users shall fulfil the following criteria:

* The LXA IOBus 4DO-3DI-3AI is delivered as a kit consisting of a :term:`PCB`
  with pre-assembled :term:`SMT` components and a collection of :term:`THT`
  components that have to be assembled by the user.
  The user must be trained in soldering :term:`THT` components and have access
  to appropriate equipment and materials.

* The LXA IOBus 4DO-3DI-3AI is an :term:`ESD` sensitive device. It is intended to be
  handled by users who are trained to handle such devices.

* The LXA IOBus 4DO-3DI-3AI software environment is intended to be used by well-experienced
  Linux users. Usage on other operating systems is not supported by the
  Linux Automation GmbH.

* The LXA IOBus 4DO-3DI-3AI is intended to be electrically connected to connectors
  of a device under test (:term:`DUT`) that are usually not exposed to end-users.
  It is the user's responsibility to identify possible risks associated with using
  these connectors and to prevent damage to the :term:`DUT`.