Description
The GPIB Instrument Control Device, manufactured by National Instruments, comes with a variety of part numbers including 778034-02, 778034-04, 777332-02, 777332-04, 777156-02, 777156-04, 776857-01, 776857-04, and 776960-02. This device is designed to interface with PCMCIA (PC Card Standard Version 2.1), making it a versatile option for various computing environments.
It is compatible with a range of operating systems such as Mac, DOS, and Windows, including older versions like Windows Me/9x. This ensures that users with different computing setups can utilize the device without compatibility issues. Additionally, the device supports various software including Measurement Studio, LabVIEW, and LabWindows/CVI, allowing for flexible and powerful instrumentation control.
The GPIB Instrument Control Device boasts impressive data rates, with IEEE 488.1 offering speeds up to 1.3 MB/s and HS-488 enhancing that rate to 2.2 MB/s. It is equipped with a 32-byte FIFO buffer size, which aids in efficient data handling during operations. The device’s core is powered by the TNT family ASIC, ensuring reliable performance and processing.
With a sampling rate of 20 MHz and a timestamp resolution of 50 ns, this device offers precise timing and data capture capabilities, essential for demanding applications that require high-speed data acquisition and processing. Despite its advanced features, it has been announced as obsolete by National Instruments. However, it remains available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves, providing continued support for users who rely on 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 |
| Interface Type | PCMCIA (PC Card Standard Version 2.1) |
| Compatible Operating Systems | Mac, DOS, Windows (Including Windows Me/9x) |
| Compatible Software | Measurement Studio, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI |
| Data Rate (IEEE 488.1) | 1.3 MB/s |
| Data Rate (HS-488) | 2.2 MB/s |
| FIFO Buffer Size | 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 the PCMCIA-GPIB?
Answer 1: 2.2 MB/s
Question 2: What operating systems is the PCMCIA-GPIB compatible with?
Answer 2: Mac, DOS, Windows, including Me/9x
Question 3: What software supports the PCMCIA-GPIB?
Answer 3: Measurement Studio, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI
Question 4: What is the FIFO buffer size of the PCMCIA-GPIB?
Answer 4: 32-byte
Question 5: Where can the obsolete PCMCIA-GPIB still be purchased?
Answer 5: Apex Waves
