Description
The National Instruments GPIB-SPRC-S External SCSI-GPIB Controller is a versatile device operating at 240 V and is designed to interface with SCSI ports, Sun SPARCstation, and is compatible with the IEEE-488.2 standard, as well as HS-488 and IEEE NAT-4882 GPIB devices. It supports various operating systems including LabWindows/CVI on Solaris, and NI 488M for AIX and IRIX, ensuring broad application compatibility.
The controller utilizes NI-488.2 driver software and is specifically designed for the SBus, facilitating control of GPIB instruments with Sun systems. Incorporating a TNT4882C ASIC chip, it is engineered for high performance and integrates smoothly with IBM-6000 micro-channels.
Furthermore, it features a POS circuit for flexible input/output addressing options and is configured with an interrupt level and a DMA channel that can be set without the need for switches or jumpers, simplifying installation and configuration. Despite its obsolete status as announced by National Instruments, the GPIB-SPRC-S remains available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product | National Instruments GPIB-SPRC-S External SCSI-GPIB Controller |
| Voltage | 240 V |
| Compatibility | SCSI Ports, Sun SPARCstation, IEEE-488.2 standard, HS-488, IEEE NAT-4882 GPIB devices |
| Operating Systems Supported | LabWindows/CVI on Solaris, NI 488M for AIX and IRIX |
| Driver Software | NI-488.2 |
| Design | Designed for the SBus, for controlling GPIB instruments with Sun |
| ASIC Chip | TNT4882C |
| Micro-Channel | Operated with IBM-6000 micro-channels |
| POS Circuit | For input/output addressing choice |
| Interrupt Level and DMA Channel | Configurable without switches or jumpers |
| Obsolete Status | Announced by National Instruments, available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
Q1: What are the main features of the National Instruments GPIB-SPRC-S External SCSI-GPIB Controller that contribute to its compatibility with Sun systems and various GPIB instruments?
A1: The National Instruments GPIB-SPRC-S External SCSI-GPIB Controller features compatibility with SCSI ports, Sun SPARCstation, and IEEE-488.2 standard GPIB devices, supports HS-488 and IEEE NAT-4882, operates with LabWindows/CVI on Solaris, and NI 488M for AIX and IRIX, utilizes NI-488.2 driver software, is designed for the SBus, includes the TNT4882C ASIC chip for high performance, and offers
Q2: What capabilities and features does the National Instruments GPIB-SPRC-S External SCSI-GPIB Controller provide for interfacing with Sun SPARCstations and other GPIB instruments?
A2: The National Instruments GPIB-SPRC-S External SCSI-GPIB Controller offers interfacing capabilities with Sun SPARCstations and other GPIB instruments by operating at 240 V, supporting the IEEE-488.2 standard, HS-488, and IEEE NAT-4882 GPIB devices, and by using NI-488.2 driver software. It is designed for the SBus to facilitate control of GPIB instruments with Sun systems, incorporates the TNT4882C ASIC chip for high performance,
Q3: What are the main features and compatibility specifications of the National Instruments GPIB-SPRC-S External SCSI-GPIB Controller, and how does its design accommodate flexibility in configuration despite its obsolete status?
A3: The National Instruments GPIB-SPRC-S External SCSI-GPIB Controller boasts key features such as compatibility with SCSI ports and Sun SPARCstations, adherence to the IEEE-488.2, HS-488, and IEEE NAT-4882 GPIB standards, support for LabWindows/CVI on Solaris, NI 488M for AIX and IRIX, the use of NI-488.2 driver software, and the incorporation of the TNT4882C ASIC chip for high performance.
Q4: What are some of the key features and compatibility specifications of the National Instruments GPIB-SPRC-S External SCSI-GPIB Controller?
A4: The National Instruments GPIB-SPRC-S External SCSI-GPIB Controller features compatibility with SCSI ports, Sun SPARCstation, and IEEE-488.2 standard, HS-488, and IEEE NAT-4882 GPIB devices, operating at 240V and supporting LabWindows/CVI on Solaris, NI 488M for AIX and IRIX. Its design includes the TNT4882C ASIC chip for high performance, integration with IBM-6000 micro-channels, and a
Q5: What characteristics and specifications make the National Instruments GPIB-SPRC-S External SCSI-GPIB Controller compatible with a range of systems and devices, and how does its design facilitate its use with Sun systems and IBM-6000 micro-channels despite it being declared obsolete?
A5: The National Instruments GPIB-SPRC-S External SCSI-GPIB Controller is compatible with a range of systems and devices due to its adherence to the IEEE-488.2 standard, HS-488, and IEEE NAT-4882 GPIB devices, and its ability to operate with various operating systems, including LabWindows/CVI on Solaris, NI 488M for AIX and IRIX. Its design is specifically tailored for SBus integration, which facilitates its use with Sun systems, and
