The A5000 is a modular panel meter system with a selection of input and output cards to suit your application. Choose from 18 different input modules. (this page shows only the strain gauge configuration) for AC, DC, Voltage and current, temperature, frequency, Select from 7 different output options, none, Hi/Lo set point, analog, RS232, RS485, or a combination. The multidisplay shows the reading and the set points but you can still use set points with single display - its just more convenient with the multiple display.