Description
The provided product comes with a range of part numbers including 779651-01, 779651-04, 779651-06, and 779651-07, ensuring a variety of options to match specific requirements. It is designed to be fully compatible with both IEEE 488.1 and IEEE 488.2 standards, allowing for seamless integration into existing systems that adhere to these specifications.
One of the key features of this product is its capability to support a maximum of 28 devices on the GPIB bus, making it an ideal choice for setups that require the connection of multiple instruments. Additionally, it offers an isolation voltage of up to 2,500 VDC (non-continuous), providing an extra layer of protection against voltage spikes and ensuring the safety of sensitive components.
Its bidirectional expansion capability means that talkers, listeners, and controllers can exist on either side of the connection, enhancing the flexibility and efficiency of the system’s design. Furthermore, the product features induced noise elimination, effectively removing common-mode and ground loop noise which can significantly improve the reliability and accuracy of data transmission.
It also allows for the connection of up to 14 additional devices, expanding the system’s capabilities without the need for extensive modifications. The operation mode of the product is transparent to GPIB control and communication programs, ensuring that its integration into existing setups is straightforward and does not require extensive programming efforts.
Regarding data transfer modes, the product supports both buffered and unbuffered modes (with unbuffered being the default setting), providing flexibility in how data is managed and transferred. It includes eight data lines (DIO1 through DIO8), facilitating the transfer of digital signals between devices. Additionally, it is equipped with three hardware handshake lines, further enhancing its data transfer capabilities and ensuring reliable communication between connected devices.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Numbers | 779651-01, 779651-04, 779651-06, 779651-07 |
| Compatibility | IEEE 488.1 and IEEE 488.2 standards |
| Maximum Devices Supported | Up to 28 devices on the GPIB bus |
| Isolation Voltage | Up to 2,500 VDC (non-continuous) |
| Bidirectional Expansion | Yes (Talkers, listeners, and controllers can exist on either side) |
| Induced Noise Elimination | Yes (Eliminates common-mode and ground loop noise) |
| Number of Additional Devices Supported | Up to 14 additional devices |
| Operation Mode | Transparent to GPIB control and communication programs |
| Data Transfer Modes | Buffered mode, Unbuffered mode (default) |
| Data Lines | DIO1, DIO2, DIO3, DIO4, DIO5, DIO6, DIO7, DIO8 |
| Hardware Handshake Lines | Three |
Question 1: How many devices can the GPIB-120B support?
Answer 1: Up to 28 devices.
Question 2: Is the GPIB-120B IEEE 488 compatible?
Answer 2: Yes, it’s compatible with IEEE 488.1 and 488.2.
Question 3: What is the isolation voltage of the GPIB-120B?
Answer 3: Up to 2,500 VDC.
Question 4: Can the GPIB-120B eliminate induced noise?
Answer 4: Yes, it eliminates common-mode and ground loop noise.
Question 5: What data transfer modes does the GPIB-120B support?
Answer 5: Both buffered and unbuffered modes.



