Description
The PCMCIA-GPIB GPIB Instrument Control Device is produced by National Instruments and carries 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 aligns with the PC Card Standard Version 2.1 and is designed to operate across multiple operating systems such as Mac, DOS, and Windows.
It is compatible with various software including Measurement Studio, LabVIEW, and LabWindows/CVI, making it a versatile tool for a range of applications. The device offers impressive data transfer rates, adhering to the IEEE 488.1 Standard with a rate of 1.3 MB/s and even faster speeds under the HS-488 Standard at 2.2 MB/s. The inclusion of a 32-byte FIFO buffer size enhances its performance further.
At its core, the device utilizes the TNT family ASIC, which facilitates a sampling rate of 20 MHz and a timestamp resolution of 50 ns, ensuring precise data capture and analysis. Despite its announced obsolete status by National Instruments, it remains available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves, highlighting its continued relevance and utility in the industry.
| 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 | PCMCIA-GPIB GPIB Instrument Control Device |
| Compatible Operating Systems | Mac, DOS, Windows |
| Compatible Software | Measurement Studio, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI |
| PC Card Standard | Version 2.1 |
| Data Rate (IEEE 488.1 Standard) | 1.3 MB/s |
| Data Rate (HS-488 Standard) | 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: Who makes the PCMCIA-GPIB device?
Answer 1: National Instruments
Question 2: What is the maximum data rate for the PCMCIA-GPIB?
Answer 2: 2.2 MB/s
Question 3: Which operating systems is the device compatible with?
Answer 3: Mac, DOS, Windows
Question 4: What is the FIFO buffer size of the PCMCIA-GPIB?
Answer 4: 32-byte
Question 5: Is the PCMCIA-GPIB still available despite being obsolete?
Answer 5: Yes, through Apex Waves
