Description
The NI PCI-6551 is a PC-based Digital Instrument designed for applications requiring high performance and precision. It serves as a Digital Waveform Generator/Analyzer with a frequency bandwidth of 50 MHz. The part number for this device is 190941C-01, with alternative part numbers including 778950-01, 778950-02, and 778950-03.
This model features 20 data channels and 4 programmable function interface channels, making it suitable for a wide range of applications. It supports various logic levels, including 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V, 5 V, LVTTL, and TTL, all of which are programmable to suit the needs of different projects.
Additionally, the PCI-6551 is equipped with T-Clock capability for enhanced synchronization and supports both triggering mechanisms and external clocking for greater flexibility in operation. Its versatile memory architecture allows for efficient data management and storage.
The device comes with the NI Digital Waveform Editor software, facilitating easy setup and use. Although the PCI-6551 has been announced as obsolete by National Instruments, it remains available for those who require its specific functionalities for their digital waveform generation and analysis needs.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 190941C-01 (Alternative Part Numbers: 778950-01, 778950-02, 778950-03) |
| Category | PC-based Digital Instruments |
| Model | PCI-6551 |
| Description | NI PCI-6551 Digital Wfm (50 MHz, Programmable -2.0 to 5.5 V, 1 Mb/ch) |
| Type | Digital Waveform Generator/Analyzer |
| Frequency Bandwidth | 50 MHz |
| Data Channels | 20 |
| Programmable Function Interface Channels | 4 |
| Logic Levels | 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V, 5 V, LVTTL, Programmable, TTL |
| T-Clock Capability | Yes |
| Triggering Mechanism | Supported |
| External Clocking | Supported |
| Memory Architecture | Versatile |
| Software | NI Digital Waveform Editor |
| Obsolete Status | Announced by National Instruments, available
Question 1: What is the bandwidth of the PCI-6551? Question 2: How many data channels does the PCI-6551 have? Question 3: Can the PCI-6551 support logic levels like LVTTL? Question 4: What feature enhances synchronization in the PCI-6551? Question 5: Is the PCI-6551 still available despite being obsolete? |
