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PXI-3488

IEEE-488.2 and 488.1 (GPIB) PXI Card
  • Hersteller Adlink Technology Inc.
  • Kategorie: IEEE (GPIB) Cards
  • The ADLINK PXI‑3488 is a high‑performance IEEE‑488 (GPIB) interface card designed for PXI and CompactPCI systems. It provides full compliance with IEEE‑488.1 (hardware) and IEEE‑488.2 (software) standards, enabling seamless communication between computers and up to 14 stand‑alone instruments in automated test and measurement (ATE) environments. The PXI‑3488 is part of ADLINK’s 3488 series, which also includes the PCI‑3488 and LPCI‑3488 variants for standard and low‑profile PCI buses.
- IEEE‑488.1 and IEEE‑488.2 Compliance: Fully compatible with both hardware and software specifications of the IEEE‑488 (GPIB) standard.
- PXI Specification Compliance: Conforms to PXI Specification Rev. 2.0 and CompactPCI (PICMG 2.0 R3.0) standards.
- High Data Throughput: Achieves up to 1.5 MB/s GPIB transfer rate using block transfer mode.
- On‑Board FIFO Buffer: 1 KB FIFO memory buffers read/write operations between the GPIB bus and PXI controller, bridging the speed gap between the slower GPIB bus (~1.5 MB/s) and the faster PXI bus (132 MB/s).
- Multi‑Instrument Control: Supports up to 14 instruments on a single GPIB bus.
- Plug‑and‑Play Compatibility: Automatic resource configuration via PXI backplane; no jumper or DIP switch settings required.
- Software Compatibility:
- Binary‑compatible with NI‑488.2 driver software through ADLINK’s GPIB‑32.DLL.
- Supports VISA library for use with existing instrument drivers.
- Compatible with Agilent I/O Library, NI VISA, and most third‑party instrument drivers.
- Application Development Environment (ADE) Support: Works with Microsoft Visual C++, Visual Basic, Delphi, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, and Agilent TestExec.
- Interactive Diagnostic Utility: Includes ADLINK GPIB Utility for testing and verifying GPIB connections.
- Robust Mechanical Design: 3U Eurocard form factor with rugged construction suitable for industrial and laboratory environments.
- Cross‑Platform Driver Support: ADL‑GPIB driver package supports Windows 98/NT/2000/XP/2003 operating systems.

Ursprungsland: Taiwan R.O.C.

Zolltarifnummer: 8473 3020 000

Comprehensive Product Summary: ADLINK PXI‑3488 IEEE‑488.2/488.1 (GPIB) PXI Interface Card




### 1. Product Overview

Product Name: PXI‑3488
Model: PXI‑3488
Series: PCI‑3488 / LPCI‑3488 / PXI‑3488 IEEE‑488 GPIB Interface Card Series
Article Number: PXI‑3488
Manufacturer: ADLINK Technology Inc.
Product Type: High‑Performance IEEE‑488.2 and IEEE‑488.1 (GPIB) PXI Interface Card
Revision: Manual Rev. 2.01 (April 20, 2006)
Part Number: 50‑17023‑2010

The ADLINK PXI‑3488 is a high‑performance IEEE‑488 (GPIB) interface card designed for PXI and CompactPCI systems. It provides full compliance with IEEE‑488.1 (hardware) and IEEE‑488.2 (software) standards, enabling seamless communication between computers and up to 14 stand‑alone instruments in automated test and measurement (ATE) environments. The PXI‑3488 is part of ADLINK’s 3488 series, which also includes the PCI‑3488 and LPCI‑3488 variants for standard and low‑profile PCI buses.




### 2. Key Features

- IEEE‑488.1 and IEEE‑488.2 Compliance: Fully compatible with both hardware and software specifications of the IEEE‑488 (GPIB) standard.
- PXI Specification Compliance: Conforms to PXI Specification Rev. 2.0 and CompactPCI (PICMG 2.0 R3.0) standards.
- High Data Throughput: Achieves up to 1.5 MB/s GPIB transfer rate using block transfer mode.
- On‑Board FIFO Buffer: 1 KB FIFO memory buffers read/write operations between the GPIB bus and PXI controller, bridging the speed gap between the slower GPIB bus (~1.5 MB/s) and the faster PXI bus (132 MB/s).
- Multi‑Instrument Control: Supports up to 14 instruments on a single GPIB bus.
- Plug‑and‑Play Compatibility: Automatic resource configuration via PXI backplane; no jumper or DIP switch settings required.
- Software Compatibility:
- Binary‑compatible with NI‑488.2 driver software through ADLINK’s GPIB‑32.DLL.
- Supports VISA library for use with existing instrument drivers.
- Compatible with Agilent I/O Library, NI VISA, and most third‑party instrument drivers.
- Application Development Environment (ADE) Support: Works with Microsoft Visual C++, Visual Basic, Delphi, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, and Agilent TestExec.
- Interactive Diagnostic Utility: Includes ADLINK GPIB Utility for testing and verifying GPIB connections.
- Robust Mechanical Design: 3U Eurocard form factor with rugged construction suitable for industrial and laboratory environments.
- Cross‑Platform Driver Support: ADL‑GPIB driver package supports Windows 98/NT/2000/XP/2003 operating systems.




### 3. Technical Specifications

Form Factor: PXI 3U Eurocard, CompactPCI compliant (PICMG 2.0 R3.0)
PXI Specification: Rev. 2.0 compliant
Dimensions: 160 mm (L) × 100 mm (H) (excluding connectors)
Weight: Approx. 200 g (typical module weight, excluding packaging)
I/O Connector: IEEE‑488 standard 24‑pin connector (front panel)
Backplane Interface: PXI J1 connector for system communication

Electrical Characteristics:
- Bus Interface: PXI (3.3 V and 5 V signaling)
- Power Requirements:
- +5 V @ 400 mA (typical), 750 mA (maximum)
- +3.3 V @ 400 mA (typical), 750 mA (maximum)

Environmental Conditions:
- Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 55 °C
- Storage Temperature: −20 °C to 80 °C
- Relative Humidity: 10–90% non‑condensing

GPIB Bus Properties:
- Maximum Devices: 14 instruments per controller
- Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 1.5 MB/s
- Cable Length:
- Recommended: 2 m between instruments
- Maximum total: 20 m
- Data Transfer Mode: 8‑bit parallel
- Handshake: 3‑wire handshake (DAV, NRFD, NDAC)
- System Management Lines: EOI, IFC, SRQ, ATN, REN

Certifications:
- EMC/EMI: CE, FCC Class A




### 4. Functionality

The PXI‑3488 serves as a GPIB controller interface card that allows a PXI‑based host system to communicate with and control multiple GPIB instruments. It acts as the bridge between the PXI backplane and the IEEE‑488 bus, managing data flow through its on‑board FIFO buffer and CPLD‑based state machine.

Operation Principle:
- The card’s internal logic coordinates data transfer between the PXI controller and GPIB devices.
- The FIFO buffer temporarily stores data to prevent bottlenecks caused by the slower GPIB bus.
- The controller supports both talker and listener roles, enabling bidirectional communication.
- The GPIB bus uses 24 lines: 8 data lines (DIO1–DIO8), 3 handshake lines (DAV, NRFD, NDAC), and 5 system management lines (EOI, IFC, SRQ, ATN, REN), plus ground and shield lines.

Use Cases and Applications:
- Automated Test Equipment (ATE) systems
- Laboratory instrumentation control
- Production line testing and measurement
- Research and development environments requiring synchronized instrument communication
- Integration with oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies, and other IEEE‑488 instruments

Compatibility:
- Works seamlessly with existing NI‑488.2‑based applications without recompilation.
- Supports VISA‑based instrument drivers from major vendors (Agilent, NI, etc.).
- Compatible with PXI and CompactPCI chassis from multiple manufacturers.




### 5. Components & Accessories

Included Items:
- PXI‑3488 GPIB Interface Card
- ADLINK All‑in‑One Software CD (includes ADL‑GPIB driver package, utilities, and sample code)
- User’s Manual

Optional Accessories:
- ACL‑IEEE488‑1: IEEE‑488 standard cable, 1 m
- ACL‑IEEE488‑2: IEEE‑488 standard cable, 2 m
- ACL‑IEEE488‑4: IEEE‑488 standard cable, 4 m
- ACL‑IEEE488‑8: IEEE‑488 standard cable, 8 m

Connectors:
- Front Panel: 24‑pin IEEE‑488 standard connector
- Rear: PXI J1 connector for backplane communication




### 6. Installation & Setup

Hardware Installation (PXI‑3488):
1. Power off the PXI system.
2. Align the PXI‑3488 module with the card guide in the PXI chassis.
3. Slide the module into the slot until resistance is felt.
4. Push the ejector handle upward to seat the module fully; a click indicates proper insertion.
5. Secure the front panel screw.
6. Power on the system and proceed with software installation.

Cabling Guidelines:
- Maintain ≤2 m between instruments (recommended).
- Total cable length ≤20 m.
- Maximum of 15 devices (including controller).
- Use linear, star, or hybrid connection topologies.
- Ensure at least two or three devices are powered on to maintain proper bus loading.

Software Installation:
1. Insert the ADLINK All‑in‑One CD.
2. Run `Setup.exe` from `Software Package\ADLGPIB\`.
3. Follow the InstallShield wizard instructions.
4. Reboot the system after installation.
5. Use the ADLINK GPIB Utility to verify connections and test communication.

Driver Support:
- ADL‑GPIB driver package for Windows 98/NT/2000/XP/2003.
- Provides binary‑compatible `GPIB‑32.DLL` for NI‑488.2 applications.
- Includes VISA library support for instrument drivers.




### 7. Performance & Capabilities

Data Transfer Performance:
- Maximum GPIB Transfer Rate: 1.5 MB/s (block transfer mode)
- FIFO Buffer: 1 KB on‑board memory for optimized throughput
- PCI/PXI Bus Bandwidth: 132 MB/s (theoretical)

Efficiency Enhancements:
- FIFO buffering minimizes latency between GPIB and PXI buses.
- CPLD‑based state machine ensures efficient data coordination.
- Supports both small‑block and large‑block data transfers with consistent throughput.

Capacity:
- Controls up to 14 GPIB instruments simultaneously.
- Supports multiple PXI‑3488 cards in a single system for expanded instrument control.

Limitations:
- Total cable length limited to 20 m.
- Maximum of 15 devices (including controller).
- Requires Windows OS for driver support (Linux support available upon request).




### 8. Standards & Compliance

Industry Standards:
- IEEE‑488.1‑1978 (hardware specification)
- IEEE‑488.2‑1987 (software specification)
- PXI Specification Rev. 2.0
- CompactPCI Specification PICMG 2.0 R3.0

Electrical & Safety Compliance:
- CE (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
- FCC Class A (EMI/EMC compliance)

Software Standards:
- NI‑488.2 API compatibility
- VISA library compliance (Virtual Instrument Software Architecture)

Environmental Compliance:
- Designed for industrial and laboratory environments with wide temperature and humidity tolerance.




### 9. Additional Information

Warranty:
- Standard Warranty: Two years (one year for products purchased in China).
- Coverage: Manufacturing defects and hardware failures under normal use.
- Exclusions:
- Damage from misuse, improper installation, or environmental factors.
- Unauthorized repairs or modifications.
- Products with altered or missing serial numbers.
- Repair Policy:
- Customer responsible for shipping to ADLINK service center.
- RMA (Return Material Authorization) required for all repairs.
- RMA forms available at [http://rma.adlinktech.com/policy](http://rma.adlinktech.com/policy).

Support & Service:
- Website: [www.adlinktech.com](http://www.adlinktech.com)
- Email: service@adlinktech.com
- Telephone: +886‑2‑82265877
- Fax: +886‑2‑82265717
- Address: 9F, No. 166, Jian Yi Road, Chungho City, Taipei 235, Taiwan

Maintenance:
- Handle modules on grounded anti‑static mats.
- Avoid exposure to high humidity or temperature extremes.
- Use only certified IEEE‑488 cables and connectors.

Software Updates:
- Latest drivers and utilities available for download from ADLINK’s website.
- Periodic firmware and driver updates ensure compatibility with new operating systems and ADEs.

Trademarks:
- NI, LabVIEW, and LabWindows/CVI are trademarks of National Instruments Corporation.
- Agilent and TestExec are trademarks of Agilent Technologies.
- Microsoft, Visual C++, and Visual Basic are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.




### Summary

The ADLINK PXI‑3488 is a robust, high‑performance IEEE‑488 (GPIB) interface card engineered for PXI and CompactPCI systems. It provides seamless integration of legacy GPIB instruments into modern PXI‑based test and measurement platforms. With full IEEE‑488.1/488.2 compliance, 1 KB FIFO buffering, and up to 1.5 MB/s transfer rates, it ensures efficient, reliable communication across multiple instruments. Its binary compatibility with NI‑488.2 and VISA support guarantees effortless migration of existing applications, while its rugged PXI 3U Eurocard design ensures durability in demanding industrial and laboratory environments.

The PXI‑3488 exemplifies ADLINK’s commitment to providing cost‑effective, high‑compatibility solutions for automated testing, measurement, and instrumentation control.