Description
The National Instruments GPIB SCSI Controller, model GPIB-SCSI-A, is a versatile device designed to facilitate the control and data transfer between GPIB instruments and SCSI devices. This controller supports a wide range of part numbers including 776569-01, 776569-02, 776569-03, 776569-04, 776569-05, and 776569-06, making it highly adaptable for various configurations.
It falls under the GPIB category, highlighting its primary function in GPIB instrument control. The controller boasts the capability to manage up to 14 GPIB instruments and 7 SCSI devices simultaneously, offering significant flexibility and efficiency in operations.
Featuring modes of control for both SCSI (S) and GPIB (G), the controller enables asynchronous data transfer at the SCSI port, ensuring rapid movement of data where needed. It supports essential functions in compliance with the IEEE-488.2 standard, including Talker, Listener, and Controller roles, further enhancing its utility in a wide range of applications.
The SCSI addresses are software selectable, providing ease of configuration and integration into existing systems. The device boasts impressive data transfer rates, with a maximum of 1.0 Mbytes/s for SCSI/GPIB read into buffer operations, 800 kbytes/s for SCSI and GPIB read from buffer, and 600 kbytes/s for straight-through transfers, ensuring efficient data handling capabilities.
Designed to operate across a wide range of input voltage options from 120-240 VAC, it is suited for global use. It also features a 256 kbytes RAM buffer to accommodate substantial data amounts during transfer processes. The maximum current requirement is minimal, at 90 mA at 120 VAC, indicating its energy-efficient design.
The controller comes equipped with a standard 24 pin IEEE-488 GPIB connector and two 50-pin SCSI shielded I/O connectors, ensuring reliable and secure connections for both GPIB and SCSI interfaces. This combination of features makes the GPIB-SCSI-A controller a powerful and versatile tool for professionals requiring robust control and data transfer capabilities between GPIB instruments and SCSI devices.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Numbers | 776569-01, 776569-02, 776569-03, 776569-04, 776569-05, 776569-06 |
| Category | GPIB |
| Model | GPIB-SCSI-A |
| Description | National Instruments GPIB SCSI Controller |
| Control Capability | Up to 14 GPIB instruments and 7 SCSI devices |
| Modes of Control | SCSI(S) and GPIB(G) |
| Asynchronous Data Transfer | Available at SCSI port |
| Functions | IEEE-488.2 (Talker, Listener, Controller) |
| SCSI Addresses | Software selectable |
| Max Transfer Rate (SCSI/GPIB Read into Buffer) | 1.0 Mbytes/s |
| Max Transfer Rate (SCSI and GPIB Read from Buffer) | 800 kbytes/s |
| Max Transfer Rate (Straight-through Transfers) | 600 kbytes/s |
| Input Voltage Options | 120-240 VAC |
| RAM Buffer | 256 kbytes |
| Maximum Current Requirement | 90 mA at 120 VAC |
| GPIB Connector | Standard 24 pin IEEE-488 |
| SCSI Connectors | Two 50-pin SCSI shielded I/O |
Question 1: What is the max number of GPIB devices supported?
Answer 1: Up to 14 GPIB instruments.
Question 2: What is the max SCSI device support for GPIB-SCSI-A?
Answer 2: Up to 7 SCSI devices.
Question 3: What is the max data transfer rate of GPIB-SCSI-A?
Answer 3: 1.0 Mbytes/s for SCSI/GPIB read into buffer.
Question 4: How much RAM buffer does the GPIB-SCSI-A have?
Answer 4: 256 kbytes RAM buffer.
Question 5: What are the GPIB and SCSI connector types?
Answer 5: 24 pin IEEE-488 GPIB and two 50-pin SCSI.
