Description
The part number for this product is 188076C-24, with alternate part numbers including 778950-01, 778950-02, and 778950-03. This product falls under the category of PC-based Digital Instruments and is identified as model PCI-6551. It is designed as a Digital Waveform Generator/Analyzer, manufactured by National Instruments.
It features a frequency bandwidth range of 50 MHz and is equipped with 20 data channels alongside 4 programmable function interface channels. The logic levels supported by this product include 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V, 5 V, LVTTL, Programmable, and TTL. Key features of the PCI-6551 include per cycle, per channel bidirectional control; real-time hardware comparison; T-clock capability; triggering mechanism; external clocking support; and a versatile memory architecture.
Software support is provided by the NI Digital Waveform Editor, ensuring users have the necessary tools for effective operation. Despite its announcement as obsolete by National Instruments, it remains available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 188076C-24 (Alternate Part Numbers: 778950-01, 778950-02, 778950-03) |
| Category | PC-based Digital Instruments |
| Model | PCI-6551 |
| Type | Digital Waveform Generator/Analyzer |
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Frequency Bandwidth Range | 50 MHz |
| Data Channels | 20 |
| Programmable Function Interface Channels | 4 |
| Logic Levels Supported | 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V, 5 V, LVTTL, Programmable, TTL |
| Features | Per cycle, per channel bidirectional control; Real-time hardware comparison; T-clock capability; Triggering mechanism; External clocking support; Versatile memory architecture |
| Software Support | NI Digital Waveform Editor |
| Obsolete Status | Announced by National Instruments, available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
Question 1: What is the frequency range of the PCI-6551?
Answer 1: 50 MHz
Question 2: How many data channels does the PCI-6551 have?
Answer 2: 20 data channels
Question 3: Which software supports the PCI-6551?
Answer 3: NI Digital Waveform Editor
Question 4: Can the PCI-6551 support 2.5V logic level?
Answer 4: Yes
Question 5: Is the PCI-6551 still available for purchase?
Answer 5: Yes, through Apex Waves




