Description
The National Instruments PCMCIA-GPIB cards are designed to provide high-quality GPIB interface solutions for a variety of systems. These cards come with a range of part numbers including 778034-02, 778034-04, 777332-02, 777332-04, 777156-02, 777156-04, 776857-01, 776857-04, and 776960-02, ensuring compatibility with a wide array of setups.
These GPIB cards fall under the Category of GPIB interfaces and are identified by the Model name PCMCIA-GPIB. They are designed to be compatible with multiple operating systems such as Mac, DOS, and Windows 7/Vista/XP, providing versatility for users with different systems.
In terms of software compatibility, they support a variety of National Instruments software including NI-488.2, Measurement Studio, LabVIEW, and LabWindows/CVI. This wide range of software compatibility ensures that users can integrate the PCMCIA-GPIB cards into their existing systems without the need for extensive modifications.
The cards comply with the PC Card Standard Version 2.1, ensuring that they meet specific industry standards for performance and reliability. With data rates of 1.3 MB/s (IEEE 488.1) and 2.2 MB/s (HS-488), these cards offer fast data transfer speeds to meet the needs of demanding applications. They feature a 32-byte FIFO size for efficient data handling and are powered by the TNT family interface ASIC, which provides robust and reliable performance.
The sampling rate of the PCMCIA-GPIB cards is 20 MHz, with a timestamp resolution of 50 ns, ensuring precise timing for data capture and analysis. Despite being announced as obsolete, these cards are still available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves, providing users with a reliable source for maintaining and expanding their GPIB systems.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Part Numbers | 778034-02, 778034-04, 777332-02, 777332-04, 777156-02, 777156-04, 776857-01, 776857-04, 776960-02 |
| Category | GPIB |
| Model | PCMCIA-GPIB |
| Compatible Operating Systems | Mac, DOS, Windows 7/Vista/XP |
| Software Compatibility | NI-488.2, Measurement Studio, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI |
| PC Card Standard Compliance | Version 2.1 |
| Data Rate (IEEE 488.1) | 1.3 MB/s |
| Data Rate (HS-488) | 2.2 MB/s |
| FIFO Size | 32-byte |
| Interface ASIC | TNT family |
| Sampling Rate | 20 MHz |
| Timestamp Resolution | 50 ns |
| Obsolete Status | Announced but still available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
Question 1: What operating systems are compatible with the PCMCIA-GPIB?
Answer 1: Mac, DOS, Windows 7/Vista/XP
Question 2: What is the maximum data rate of PCMCIA-GPIB cards?
Answer 2: 2.2 MB/s (HS-488)
Question 3: What software does PCMCIA-GPIB support?
Answer 3: NI-488.2, Measurement Studio, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI
Question 4: What is the FIFO size of the PCMCIA-GPIB cards?
Answer 4: 32-byte
Question 5: Are PCMCIA-GPIB cards still available after being obsolete?
Answer 5: Yes, through Apex Waves
