Description
The GPIB Instrument Control Device by National Instruments, with part numbers including 778034-02, 778034-04, 777332-02, 777332-04, 777156-02, 777156-04, 776857-01, 776857-04, and 776960-02, is a state-of-the-art device designed to facilitate seamless interaction with GPIB systems. Manufactured by National Instruments, a leader in the field, this device is compatible with a wide range of operating systems such as Mac, DOS, and Windows (including Me/9x), ensuring broad accessibility and utility.
This device is engineered to work flawlessly with several software environments including Measurement Studio, LabVIEW, and LabWindows/CVI, which are pivotal in the realm of measurement and automation. Its interface is based on the PC Card (PCMCIA) standard, adhering to the PCMCIA PC Card Standard Version 2.1, which guarantees a high level of compliance and interoperability with existing systems.
With a data rate of 1.3 MB/s as specified by IEEE 488.1 and an enhanced rate of 2.2 MB/s through HS-488, this device ensures rapid data transfer and processing capabilities. It also features a 32-byte FIFO buffer for efficient data handling and is powered by the TNT family ASIC, which is known for its reliability and performance.
The device boasts a sampling rate of 20 MHz, allowing for precise measurements, and a timestamp resolution of 50 ns, ensuring that data logging and analysis can be conducted with exceptional accuracy. Despite its advanced features, National Instruments has announced the obsolete status of this device. However, it remains available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves, providing an opportunity for users to acquire this high-quality instrument control device.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Numbers | 778034-02, 778034-04, 777332-02, 777332-04, 777156-02, 777156-04, 776857-01, 776857-04, 776960-02 |
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Device Type | GPIB Instrument Control Device |
| Compatible Operating Systems | Mac, DOS, Windows (including Me/9x) |
| Compatible Software | Measurement Studio, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI |
| Interface | PC Card (PCMCIA) |
| Compliance | PCMCIA PC Card Standard Version 2.1 |
| Data Rate (IEEE 488.1) | 1.3 MB/s |
| Data Rate (HS-488) | 2.2 MB/s |
| FIFO Buffer | 32-byte |
| ASIC | TNT family |
| Sampling Rate | 20 MHz |
| Timestamp Resolution | 50 ns |
| Obsolete Status | Announced by National Instruments, available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
Question 1: What is the maximum data rate of PCMCIA-GPIB?
Answer 1: It offers a data rate up to 2.2 MB/s.
Question 2: Can PCMCIA-GPIB work with DOS operating systems?
Answer 2: Yes, it’s compatible with Mac, DOS, and Windows.
Question 3: What interface standard does PCMCIA-GPIB follow?
Answer 3: It adheres to PCMCIA PC Card Standard Version 2.1.
Question 4: What software environments is PCMCIA-GPIB compatible with?
Answer 4: Works with Measurement Studio, LabVIEW, and LabWindows/CVI.
Question 5: Is the PCMCIA-GPIB device still available for purchase?
Answer 5: Yes, available through Apex Waves despite being obsolete.
