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The PXI-8156B is a high-performance PXI Embedded Controller designed to meet the rigorous demands of automated test, measurement, and control applications. The controller is identified by its part number 186190B-421 (185113H-01), indicating its unique configuration within the category of PXI Embedded Controllers.
This model is equipped with versatile processor options, including a 233 MHz Intel Pentium MMX or a 333 MHz AMD-K6-2, providing users with the flexibility to choose the optimal processing power for their specific requirements. Additionally, it comes standard with 32 MB SDRAM, which is upgradeable to 256 MB, allowing for significant expansion of memory to accommodate complex applications and processes.
Compatibility is a key feature of the PXI-8156B, with support for PXI-1020 and PXI-1025 chassis, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems. The controller boasts a comprehensive array of ports, including 1 GPIB, 1 Ultra DMA IDE hard drive, 1 Ethernet Port, 1 USB port, 1 1.44 MB floppy drive, 1 IEEE 1284 ECP/EPP parallel port, and 2 serial ports, providing extensive connectivity options for various peripherals and devices.
For user input, standard connectors are provided for PS/2 keyboard and mouse, facilitating easy interaction and control. The PXI-8156B supports a range of programming environments, notably LabVIEW and LabWindows/CVI, allowing developers to work in familiar and powerful development ecosystems.
The parallel port adheres to the IEEE 1284 ECP/EPP standard, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of parallel devices. With a slot requirement of 1 system and 3 controller expansion, this controller is designed for scalability, allowing for integration of additional modules as needed. Furthermore, its GPIB capability is supported by the NI-488.2M driver, making it IEEE 488.2 compatible and ideal for a vast array of instrumentation control tasks.
The PXI-815
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 186190B-421 (185113H-01) |
| Category | PXI Embedded Controllers |
| Model | PXI-8156B |
| Processor Options | 233 MHz Intel Pentium MMX or 333 MHz AMD-K6-2 |
| Memory | 32 MB SDRAM (Upgradeable to 256 MB) |
| Compatible Chassis | PXI-1020, PXI-1025 |
| Ports | 1 GPIB, 1 Ultra DMA IDE hard drive, 1 Ethernet Port, 1 USB port, 1 1.44 MB floppy drive, 1 IEEE 1284 ECP/EPP parallel port, 2 serial ports |
| Standard Connectors | PS/2 for keyboard and mouse |
| Programming Environments | LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI |
| Parallel Port Standard | IEEE 1284 ECP/EPP |
| Slot Requirement | 1 system, 3 controller expansion |
| GPIB Capability | NI-488.2M driver, IEEE 488.2 compatible |
| Bus Systems | PCI local bus, ISA bus |
| Question 1: What processor options does the PXI-8156B offer? Answer 1: 233 MHz Intel Pentium MMX or 333 MHz AMD-K6-2. Question 2: How much SDRAM comes standard with the PXI-8156B? Question 3: Which PXI chassis is the PXI-8156B compatible with? Question 4: How many serial ports does the PXI-8156B have? Question 5: What programming environments does the PXI-8156B support? |



