Description
The NI ELVIS II, part numbers 780381-01, 780379-01, 780378-01, 780380-01, 188432-01, falls under the NI ELVIS category and is described as an Educational Laboratory Virtual Instrumentation Suite. This suite is a comprehensive solution designed for educational purposes, offering a wide range of included instruments such as a Digital Multimeter, Variable Power Supply, Function Generator, Bode Analyzer, Oscilloscope, Digital Writer, Digital Reader, Impedance Analyzer, Dynamic Signal Analyzer, Arbitrary Waveform Generator, 2-wire Current Voltage Analyzer, and a 3-wire Current Voltage Analyzer.
It features 8 differential or 16 single-ended analog input channels, with a maximum sample rate of 1.25 MS/s (single channel) and 1 MS/s (multi-channel). The device supports USB Plug-and-Play functionality for easy setup and use. For enthusiasts and professionals alike, the NI ELVIS II also includes a detachable protoboard for circuit building, with voltage rails on the protoboard provided at +5 V, ±15 V.
In addition to its impressive array of inputs, the suite boasts 2 analog output channels and a DC Power Supply Output that includes +5 V, +15 V, and -15 V. It weighs 4.2 lb and has dimensions of 14.5 x 11.0 x 3.0 in. Despite being declared obsolete by National Instruments, it remains available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves, ensuring that educators and students can continue benefiting from this versatile educational tool.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Numbers | 780381-01, 780379-01, 780378-01, 780380-01, 188432-01 |
| Model | NI ELVIS II |
| Category | NI ELVIS |
| Description | Educational Laboratory Virtual Instrumentation Suite |
| Included Instruments | Digital Multimeter, Variable Power Supply, Function Generator, Bode Analyzer, Oscilloscope, Digital Writer, Digital Reader, Impedance Analyzer, Dynamic Signal Analyzer, Arbitrary Waveform Generator, 2-wire Current Voltage Analyzer, 3-wire Current Voltage Analyzer |
| Analog Input Channels | 8 differential or 16 single-ended |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 1.25 MS/s (single channel), 1 MS/s (multi-channel) |
| USB Plug-and-Play | Yes |
| Prototyping | Detachable protoboard for circuit building |
| Voltage Rails on Protoboard | +5 V, ±15 V |
| Analog Output Channels | 2 |
| DC Power Supply Output | +5 V, +15 V, -15 V |
| Weight | 4.2 lb |
| Dimensions | 14.5 x 11.0 x 3.0 in |
| Obsolete Status | Declared by National Instruments, available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
Question 1: What is the max sample rate for a single channel on the NI ELVIS II?
Answer 1: 1.25 MS/s
Question 2: Does the NI ELVIS II support USB Plug-and-Play?
Answer 2: Yes
Question 3: How many analog input channels does the NI ELVIS II have?
Answer 3: 8 differential or 16 single-ended
Question 4: What is the weight of the NI ELVIS II?
Answer 4: 4.2 lb
Question 5: Can the NI ELVIS II still be purchased after being declared obsolete?
Answer 5: Yes, through Apex Waves



