Prologix USB to GPIB Controller | Add IEEE-488 Support to PC or Mac

Name: Prologix USB to GPIB Controller | Add IEEE-488 Support to PC or Mac
SKU: OY0000049880
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Description:

Quickly and easily add GPIB capabilities on your PC or notebook using an available USB port (USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 compatible) with this robust USB to GPIB Controller.

Specialized automated industrial and commercial equipment use the GPIB (General Purpose Interface Bus) to communicate and to be controlled by a host computer. One popular use for a GPIB to USB controller is when you want an oscillator to be able to control and print off a USB printer. Use your modern USB connection to control your GPIB machines with this cost effective adapter.

Since GPIB operates at 8 mbps, USB is a viable way to control GPIB devices because it maxes out at 480 mbps.

Quick and easy setup of the USB to GPIB Controller allows you to be up and running in no time.

Specifications

Mfg. Part Number

GPIB-USB

Brand

Prologix

Features

Compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux
Support for multiple devices
Driver provides virtual serial port to send and receive data
Powered by USB; no power supply needed
No GPIB cable needed; controller plugs on to instrument
All software configuration. No DIP switches
USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 compatible
Standard USB (B) and IEEE 488 (Male) connectors

Drivers

Windows Driver dowload is available below
Mac and Linux drivers are available fromFTDIchip.com

Note

Not compatible with Instron Series IX

Package Contents

1 - Prologix USB to GPIB Controller

SeeUser Manualfor complete details.

FAQ

How do I verify communication with an instrument (using Prologix GPIB Configurator utility)?
1. Disconnect GPIB-USB Controller from instrument and from PC.
2. Download and installPrologix GPIB Configuratorutility.
3. Connect GPIB-USB Controller to PC.
4. Run Prologix configurator and select USB Serial Port.
5. Set configuration to CONTROLLER.
6. Enable (check) auto-read-after-write.
7. Enable (check) assert EOI with last transmitted byte.
8. Set EOS transmission to LF.
9. Set GPIB address to X, where X is the GPIB address of the instrument.
10. Type++verin the command box and click the Send button. GPIB-USB Controller version is displayed in the Terminal box.
11. Connect GPIB-USB to instrument.
12. Type a valid instrument command in the command window and click the Send button. The response, if any, from the instrument is displayed in the Terminal box.