- **Windows 95 Compatibility:** Provides full driver support for CONTEC GPIB boards under Microsoft Windows 95, ensuring continued operation of legacy measurement systems. - **IEEE‑488 and IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully compliant with the GPIB (General Purpose Interface Bus) standard, supporting both IEEE‑488 and IEEE‑488.2 command sets. - **Multi‑Board Control:** Supports control of up to four GPIB boards simultaneously, allowing multiple instrument buses to be managed from a single PC. - **Flexible Operation Modes:** Software‑configurable master/slave mode selection and interrupt level assignment. - **Reliable Data Transfer:** Implements 3‑line handshaking for stable communication between devices operating at different data rates. - **Advanced Hardware Support:** Utilizes Bus Master, DMA, and FIFO functions for high‑speed, low‑latency data transfer. - **Signal Monitoring:** Supports monitoring of GPIB control lines such as IFC (Interface Clear) and SRQ (Service Request) for diagnostic and control purposes (available on GP‑IB(PCI) and GP‑IB(PC)F models). - **Diagnostic Utility:** Includes a GPIB Analyzer tool for monitoring data and signal flow on the bus, aiding in troubleshooting and performance verification. - **Configuration Utility:** Provides a setup program for configuring board hardware parameters (IEEE‑488.2) and verifying operation. - **Integration with API‑PAC Framework:** Compatible with CONTEC’s unified API‑PAC architecture, allowing consistent programming interfaces across analog, digital, counter, and communication modules. - **Sample Programs and Documentation:** Supplied with example code and detailed documentation to accelerate application development.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **Windows 3.1x Compatibility:** Specifically designed to provide driver and API support for CONTEC GPIB cards under Microsoft Windows 3.1x environments. - **Supported Hardware:** Compatible with CONTEC GPIB interface boards: - GP‑IB(PC) - GP‑IB(PC)F - GP‑IB(PM) - **IEEE‑488 / IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully supports standard GPIB communication protocols, ensuring interoperability with a wide range of laboratory and industrial instruments. - **Software Integration:** Enables seamless communication between Windows applications and GPIB devices through CONTEC’s unified API structure. - **Ease of Use:** Provides configuration utilities for setting up board parameters and diagnostic tools for verifying communication and hardware status. - **Part of CONTEC’s API‑PAC Family:** Integrates with CONTEC’s broader API‑PAC(W32) and API‑GPIB(98/PC) driver libraries, ensuring consistent programming interfaces across analog, digital, counter, and communication modules. - **LabVIEW and Visual Basic Compatibility:** Although API‑GPIB‑WIN targets Windows 3.1x, it shares design principles with later CONTEC drivers that support LabVIEW, Visual Basic, and C/C++ environments. - **Diagnostic and Configuration Tools:** Includes utilities for IEEE‑488.2 parameter setup and basic operation checks.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **Operating System Compatibility:** Fully compatible with **Microsoft Windows 95** and **Windows NT** environments, ensuring reliable operation on legacy systems commonly used in industrial control and measurement setups. - **Dynamic Link Library (DLL) Interface:** Provides a standardized DLL interface for seamless integration with custom software applications, enabling developers to access hardware functions programmatically. - **LabVIEW Integration:** Optimized for use with **National Instruments LabVIEW**, allowing direct communication between the AX5488 hardware and LabVIEW virtual instruments (VIs). - **Hardware Communication Layer:** Acts as a middleware layer between the AX5488 hardware and the host PC, managing data transfer, command execution, and error handling. - **Stable and Efficient Operation:** Designed for continuous operation in industrial and laboratory environments, ensuring consistent performance and minimal downtime. - **Backward Compatibility:** Supports legacy hardware and software configurations, making it suitable for maintaining or upgrading existing systems without requiring major infrastructure changes. - **Developer-Oriented Design:** Includes function calls, API documentation, and sample code to facilitate rapid integration into custom applications. - **Error Handling and Diagnostics:** Provides built-in error reporting and diagnostic functions to assist in troubleshooting communication or configuration issues. - **Low-Level Hardware Access:** Enables direct control of I/O channels, registers, and communication ports associated with the AX5488 hardware. - **Modular Architecture:** Designed to support future updates or extensions, allowing integration with additional software modules or hardware revisions.

Manufacturer: Axiom

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

0.5m IEEE-488 cable, heavy duty double sided metal connectors

Manufacturer: Axiom

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

4m IEEE-488 cable, double sided metal connectors

Manufacturer: Axiom

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE-488 (GPIB) Compliance:** Fully compliant with the IEEE-488.1 standard, ensuring interoperability with a wide range of GPIB instruments and controllers. - **High-Speed Data Transfer:** Supports data transfer rates exceeding 300 kByte/s, enabling rapid communication between the host system and connected devices. - **NEC µPD7210 Controller:** Utilizes the proven NEC µPD7210 GPIB controller chip for stable and efficient bus management. - **ISA Bus Interface:** Designed for standard ISA bus architecture, compatible with legacy and industrial PC systems. - **DMA and Interrupt Support:** Configurable for DMA channels 1–3 and IRQ lines 2–7, allowing flexible system integration and optimized performance. - **Comprehensive Software Support:** Includes drivers and libraries for BASIC, C, Pascal, and Windows environments, simplifying software development and integration. - **Compact Form Factor:** Physical dimensions of 127 mm × 107 mm allow installation in standard ISA slots without occupying excessive space. - **Multi-Device Connectivity:** Supports up to 15 devices on a single GPIB bus, consistent with IEEE-488 specifications. - **Firmware Command Set:** Provides 21 firmware-level commands for efficient control and communication management. - **Industrial Reliability:** Built with high-quality components for long-term stability in laboratory, manufacturing, and automation environments.

Manufacturer: Axiom

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE-488.2 Compliant Interface:** Fully conforms to the IEEE-488.1 and IEEE-488.2 standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of GPIB instruments and controllers. - **CompactPCI Form Factor:** Designed for 3U or 6U CompactPCI systems, providing a modular and rugged interface solution for industrial and laboratory environments. - **High Data Throughput:** Supports data transfer rates exceeding **1 MByte/s** in programmed I/O mode, enabling fast communication with connected instruments. - **Plug & Play Compatibility:** Fully compatible with Windows 95/98 Plug & Play architecture, simplifying installation and configuration. - **Comprehensive Driver Support:** Includes HP-IB driver (SICL/TULIP) for integration with HP-VEE, HP-Basic, and HP-BenchLink environments. - **Broad Software Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with a wide range of development and test environments including HP-VEE, HAT-Basic, TestPoint, DIAdem, Visual Designer, DASYLab, Visual C++, Visual Basic, and Delphi. - **Cross-Platform Device Drivers:** Provides IEEE-488.2 device drivers with C-source code for multiple operating systems including Windows NT, Windows CE, Linux, QNX, VxWorks, OS-9, pSOS, and LynxOS. - **Embedded BIOS Support:** Features an integrated IEEE-488.2 BIOS for low-level control and system-level integration. - **Industrial-Grade Reliability:** Designed for continuous operation in demanding environments, with stable performance and long-term availability.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to IEEE‑488.1 and IEEE‑488.2 standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of GPIB instruments and controllers. - **High‑Speed Data Transfer:** Supports up to **1.5 Mbyte/sec** maximum transfer rate for rapid communication with test and measurement devices. - **Bus Master Transfer:** Enables direct memory access (DMA) between the PC and the card, allowing high‑volume data transfers without CPU overhead. - **Dual 2 Kbyte FIFO Buffers:** Independent 2 Kbyte transmit and receive FIFO memory buffers ensure stable, high‑speed data throughput. - **Integrated GPIB Bus Analyzer:** Provides real‑time signal analysis of GPIB bus lines, enabling debugging and monitoring of communication traffic. - **SPAS Event Support:** Implements Serial Poll Active State (SPAS) event handling for advanced GPIB slave‑mode operations. - **High‑Precision Timer:** Built‑in application timer for accurate time measurement and synchronization under Windows environments. - **Diagnostic Utility:** Includes a hardware diagnostic program for verifying interrupts, I/O access, and communication integrity. - **Line Monitoring:** Reads and latches the status of all control lines (IFC, ATN, SRQ, REN, EOI, DAV, NRFD, NDAC) and data lines (DIO1–DIO8). - **FIFO‑Based Communication:** On‑board FIFO memory allows high‑speed communication independent of host CPU performance. - **Analyzer Utility (Analyzer.exe):** Software tool for capturing and analyzing up to 64 K data points of GPIB line transitions. - **Long‑Term Availability:** Uses CONTEC’s proprietary high‑speed GPIB controller (µPD7210‑compatible FPGA) for stable long‑term supply. - **Compact and Portable:** CardBus Type II form factor suitable for laptops and compact industrial PCs. - **Comprehensive Software Support:** Includes Windows API library (API‑PAC(W32)) and LabVIEW‑compatible driver (API‑GPLV(W32)).

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE‑488.1 / IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to the international GPIB communication standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of test and measurement instruments. - **High‑Speed Data Transfer:** Achieves a maximum transfer rate of **1.5 Mbyte/sec**, enabling rapid data acquisition and control in demanding test environments. - **Bus Master Transfer:** Supports **bus master DMA operation**, allowing large data blocks to be transferred directly between the PC and the card without CPU overhead, improving system efficiency. - **Dual 2 Kbyte FIFO Buffers:** Independent 2 Kbyte transmit and receive FIFO memory buffers provide smooth, high‑speed data throughput for both small and large data sets. - **Compact CardBus Form Factor:** Designed as a **PC Card Type II** device for notebook or embedded systems requiring portable GPIB connectivity. - **High Reliability:** Employs a CONTEC‑developed high‑speed GPIB controller (µPD7210‑compatible FPGA) ensuring long‑term product availability and stable operation. - **Precision Timing:** Integrated high‑precision application timer for accurate time monitoring and synchronization under Windows environments. - **Diagnostic Utility:** Supplied with a hardware diagnostic program for verifying interrupts, I/O access, and basic communication with external devices. - **Software Support:** Includes **API‑PAC(W32)** driver library for Windows and **API‑GPLV(W32)** for LabVIEW integration. Compatible with Visual C++, Visual Basic, Delphi, C++ Builder, and .NET languages. - **Optional Accessories:** GPIB cables (PCN‑T02 2 m / PCN‑T04 4 m) and connector adapter (CN‑GP/C) for flexible installation. - **Lightweight and Portable:** Approximate weight **40 g** (250 g including cable), ideal for mobile measurement systems.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE‑488.1 / IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to international GPIB standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of test and measurement instruments. - **High‑Speed Data Transfer:** Achieves a maximum transfer rate of **1.5 Mbyte/sec**, suitable for high‑throughput data acquisition and control applications. - **Bus Master Transfer:** Enables direct data transfer between the board and system memory without CPU intervention, reducing system load and improving throughput. - **2 Kbyte FIFO Buffers:** Independent 2 Kbyte FIFO memory for both transmission and reception ensures stable, high‑speed communication even with large data blocks. - **GPIB Bus Analyzer Function:** Allows real‑time monitoring and analysis of GPIB bus signals, useful for debugging and system diagnostics. - **High‑Precision Timer:** Built‑in application timer for precise timing control and event scheduling under Windows environments. - **SPAS Event (Slave Mode):** Supports Serial Poll Active State (SPAS) event handling for flexible system configurations. - **Long‑Term Availability:** Uses CONTEC’s proprietary high‑speed GPIB controller (compatible with NEC µPD7210C), ensuring stable long‑term supply and reliability. - **Diagnostic Utility:** Includes hardware and communication test utilities for verifying board operation and connectivity. - **Line Monitoring:** Capable of reading all control line statuses (IFC, ATN, SRQ, REN, EOI, DAV, NRFD, NDAC) and data line states (DIO1–DIO8). - **Cross‑Platform Software Support:** Compatible with Windows and Linux API‑TOOL drivers, MATLAB, and LabVIEW environments. - **CompactPCI Form Factor:** Designed for 3U × 4HP CompactPCI slots, ideal for embedded and industrial automation systems.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE‑488.1 / IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to international GPIB standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of test and measurement instruments. - **High‑Speed Data Transfer:** Supports a maximum transfer rate of **1.5 Mbyte/sec**, enabling rapid communication with multiple GPIB devices. - **Bus Master Transfer:** Allows direct data exchange between the PC and the board without CPU load, improving system throughput and efficiency. - **2 Kbyte FIFO Buffers:** Independent 2 Kbyte transmit and receive FIFO memory for high‑speed, continuous data streaming. - **Integrated GPIB Bus Analyzer:** Provides real‑time monitoring and analysis of GPIB bus signals, including control and data line states, for diagnostics and protocol verification. - **High‑Precision Timer:** Built‑in application timer for accurate timing control and event measurement under Windows environments. - **SPAS Event (Slave Mode):** Supports Serial Poll Active State (SPAS) event handling for flexible system configurations. - **Line Monitoring Function:** Reads and latches the status of all control lines (IFC, ATN, SRQ, REN, EOI, DAV, NRFD, NDAC) and data lines (DIO1–DIO8). - **Low‑Profile PCI Form Factor:** Compact design (121.69 × 63.41 mm) suitable for space‑constrained industrial PCs; includes both low‑profile and standard PCI brackets. - **Long‑Term Availability:** Uses CONTEC’s proprietary high‑speed GPIB controller (compatible with NEC µPD7210C) ensuring stable supply and reliability. - **Comprehensive Software Support:** Includes Windows API libraries, Linux drivers, and support for MATLAB and LabVIEW environments. - **Diagnostic Utility:** Built‑in hardware and communication test program for verifying board operation and GPIB connectivity.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE‑488.1 / IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to both standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of GPIB instruments and controllers. - **High‑Speed Data Transfer:** Achieves up to **1.5 Mbyte/sec** maximum transfer rate for rapid data acquisition and control. - **Bus Master Transfer:** Enables direct data exchange between the PC and the board at high speed without CPU intervention, improving system efficiency. - **2 Kbyte FIFO Buffer:** Dedicated 2 Kbyte transmit and receive buffers ensure stable, high‑speed communication and minimize latency. - **Low‑Profile PCI Form Factor:** Compact 121.69 mm × 63.41 mm board size suitable for slim or space‑constrained industrial PCs; includes both low‑profile and standard brackets. - **High Reliability:** Uses CONTEC’s proprietary GPIB controller (compatible with NEC µPD7210C) for long‑term product availability and stable operation. - **Plug‑and‑Play PCI Configuration:** Automatic resource allocation (I/O address and IRQ) via PCI BIOS; no manual jumper settings required. - **Interrupt‑Driven Operation:** Supports one interrupt request line (INTA) for efficient event handling. - **Multi‑Device Connectivity:** Supports up to **15 GPIB devices** on a single bus segment. - **Cable Length Support:** Up to **4 m between devices** and **20 m total bus length** per IEEE‑488 specification. - **Software Support:** Includes Windows driver libraries (API‑PAC(W32)), compatible with LabVIEW, MATLAB, and Linux API‑TOOL drivers. - **Diagnostic and Utility Tools:** Supplied with test and configuration utilities for verifying hardware operation and communication integrity. - **RoHS and Lead‑Free Compliance:** Environmentally friendly design meeting current regulatory standards.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE‑488.1 / IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to international GPIB standards, ensuring interoperability with a wide range of test and measurement instruments. - **High‑Speed Data Transfer:** Supports up to **300 KB/s in DMA mode** (channels 1–3), enabling efficient data throughput for demanding applications. - **DMA and Interrupt Support:** Three selectable DMA channels (CH1–CH3) and one interrupt request line (IRQ2–7) provide flexible system integration. - **Dedicated GPIB Controller:** Incorporates the **NEC µPD7210** GPIB controller chip (or CONTEC FPGA equivalent), ensuring stable and long‑term availability. - **Bus Master Transfer (on newer models):** Allows high‑speed bulk data transfer between the PC and instruments without CPU overhead. - **FIFO Buffering:** Onboard FIFO memory for both transmission and reception enhances throughput and reduces latency. - **GPIB Bus Analyzer Function:** Enables monitoring and analysis of GPIB bus signals for debugging and system verification. - **High‑Precision Timer:** Built‑in timer supports accurate timing control and event measurement under Windows environments. - **Comprehensive Software Support:** Includes license‑free API‑TOOL drivers for Windows and Linux, plus dedicated support for MATLAB and LabVIEW. - **Diagnostic and Line Monitoring Tools:** Built‑in diagnostic program for hardware and communication testing; line monitoring for IFC, ATN, SRQ, REN, EOI, DAV, NRFD, and NDAC signals. - **Long‑Term Reliability:** Designed for industrial environments with robust electrical characteristics and long‑term component availability.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE‑488.1 / IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to both IEEE‑488.1 hardware and IEEE‑488.2 protocol standards, ensuring compatibility with a broad range of GPIB instruments and controllers. - **High‑Speed Data Transfer:** Supports up to **1 MB/s receive** and **700 kB/s send** rates (maximum), enabling rapid data exchange between PC and connected devices. - **Large FIFO Buffers:** Equipped with dual **256 kB FIFO buffers** (2 × 256 kB) for efficient data handling and reduced CPU overhead during high‑speed transfers. - **DMA and Interrupt Support:** Utilizes **DMA channels 1–3** and **IRQ3–7/9–12/14/15**, allowing flexible configuration and optimized system performance. - **Bus Master Transfer (F‑Series Feature):** Transfers large data blocks directly between the board and system memory without CPU intervention, minimizing host load. - **GPIB Bus Analyzer Function:** Provides real‑time monitoring and analysis of GPIB bus signals, enabling debugging and performance evaluation of connected instruments. - **High‑Precision Timer:** Integrated timer for accurate time measurement and synchronization in Windows environments. - **NEC µPD7210 Controller Chip:** Employs the industry‑standard NEC GPIB controller for stable operation and long‑term component availability. - **Comprehensive Software Support:** Compatible with CONTEC’s API‑TOOL drivers for Windows and Linux, as well as MATLAB and National Instruments LabVIEW environments. - **Diagnostic and Line Monitoring Tools:** Built‑in diagnostic program for hardware and communication verification; supports reading of control and data line states (IFC, ATN, SRQ, REN, EOI, DAV, NRFD, NDAC, DIO1–DIO8). - **Industrial‑Grade Reliability:** Designed for continuous operation in industrial and laboratory environments, with robust electrical characteristics and long‑term product support.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE‑488.1 / IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to the IEEE‑488 standards, ensuring interoperability with a wide range of laboratory and industrial instruments. - **DMA‑Based High‑Speed Transfer:** Supports Direct Memory Access (DMA) data transfer mode with a maximum throughput of **400 Kbyte/sec**, minimizing CPU load and improving data exchange efficiency. - **CONTEC Original FPGA Controller:** Incorporates a CONTEC‑developed FPGA controller compatible with the NEC µPD7210C GPIB controller, providing stable operation and long‑term component availability. - **Flexible Interrupt and DMA Channel Selection:** Software‑selectable interrupt request (INTA) and DMA channels (CH1–CH3) allow flexible system configuration and resource allocation. - **Comprehensive Bus Compatibility:** Designed for AT‑bus (ISA) architecture, suitable for integration into industrial PCs and legacy control systems. - **Robust Electrical Interface:** Implements negative logic signaling ( 2.0 V high) across 8 parallel data lines and 3 handshake lines, ensuring reliable communication even in electrically noisy environments. - **Multiple Device Connectivity:** Supports up to **15 GPIB devices** on a single bus, with a total cable length of up to **20 m** (4 m maximum between controller and first device). - **Compact Form Factor:** Board dimensions of **163.0 mm (L) × 107.0 mm (H)** allow installation in standard AT‑bus slots. - **Low Power Consumption:** Operates at **5 V DC / 350 mA**, minimizing system power requirements. - **Comprehensive Software Support:** Compatible with CONTEC’s **API‑PAC(W32)** driver package for Windows, providing Win32 API‑based DLL functions for application development. - **Optional Accessories:** Compatible with CONTEC’s double‑shielded GPIB cables (PCN‑T02, PCN‑T04) and CN‑GP/C connector adapter for noise‑resistant installations. - **CE Marking:** Conforms to European safety and EMC standards for industrial electronic equipment.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE‑488.1 / IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to both IEEE‑488.1 hardware and IEEE‑488.2 protocol standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of GPIB instruments. - **High‑Speed Data Transfer:** Achieves up to **1.2 Mbyte/sec** maximum transfer rate, enabling rapid data acquisition and control. - **Large FIFO Buffer:** Equipped with **1 Mbyte on‑board FIFO memory** for efficient data transmission and reception, minimizing CPU load and improving throughput. - **Bus Analyzer Function:** Integrated GPIB bus analyzer allows real‑time monitoring of all GPIB signal lines (data and control), facilitating debugging and system verification. - **Multiple Board Support:** Up to **four GP‑IB(PCI)** boards can be installed in a single system, each independently addressable. - **Interrupt Handling:** Utilizes one interrupt request line (**INTA#**) for efficient system integration. - **Plug & Play PCI Configuration:** Automatic resource allocation (I/O address and IRQ) via PCI Plug & Play architecture—no manual jumper settings required. - **Compact PCI Form Factor:** Short‑size PCI board (122 mm × 107 mm × 19 mm) suitable for standard PC/AT compatible systems. - **High Reliability:** Designed for industrial and laboratory environments, with stable long‑term component availability and robust electrical design. - **Software Support:** Compatible with CONTEC’s **API‑PAC(W32)** and **ACX‑PAC(W32)** driver libraries for Windows, and **LabVIEW** integration via dedicated drivers. - **Analyzer Utility Software:** Provides graphical monitoring of GPIB bus states, line transitions, and data transactions for diagnostic purposes.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE‑488.1 / IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully compliant with both IEEE‑488.1 and IEEE‑488.2 standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of GPIB instruments and controllers. - **High‑Speed Data Transfer:** Supports a maximum transfer rate of **1.5 Mbyte/sec**, enabling rapid communication with multiple instruments. - **Bus Master Transfer:** Allows direct data transfer between the board and system memory without CPU overhead, improving throughput and reducing latency. - **2 Kbyte FIFO Memory:** Dedicated FIFO buffers for both transmission and reception ensure stable high‑speed communication and efficient handling of large data blocks. - **GPIB Bus Analyzer Function:** Integrated analyzer monitors and records GPIB bus line activity, including control and data line transitions, for diagnostic and debugging purposes. - **High‑Precision Timer:** Built‑in application timer for precise time measurement and synchronization under Windows environments. - **SPAS Event (Slave Mode):** Supports Serial Poll Active State (SPAS) event handling, enhancing flexibility in multi‑device configurations. - **Line Monitoring:** Capable of reading and latching the status of all control lines (IFC, ATN, SRQ, REN, EOI, DAV, NRFD, NDAC) and data lines (DIO1–DIO8). - **Multi‑Board Support:** Up to **four boards per system** can be installed simultaneously, each independently addressable. - **Plug‑and‑Play PCI Interface:** Automatic resource allocation (I/O address and IRQ) via PCI Plug & Play architecture. - **Long‑Term Availability:** Employs CONTEC’s proprietary high‑speed GPIB controller (compatible with NEC µPD7210C) for stable long‑term supply and support. - **Comprehensive Software Support:** Includes API‑PAC(W32) function library and ACX‑PAC(W32) driver package for Windows; compatible with LabVIEW, MATLAB, and Linux API‑TOOL drivers. - **Diagnostic Utility:** Built‑in hardware and communication test program for verifying board operation and GPIB connectivity.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE‑488.1 / IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to international GPIB standards, ensuring interoperability with a broad range of test and measurement devices. - **High‑Speed Data Transfer:** Achieves up to **1.5 Mbyte/sec** maximum transfer rate, suitable for high‑throughput data acquisition and control. - **Bus Master Transfer:** Enables direct memory access (DMA‑like) data transfer between the board and system memory without CPU overhead, improving system efficiency. - **2 Kbyte FIFO Buffer:** Dedicated FIFO memory for both transmission and reception ensures stable high‑speed communication and minimizes data loss. - **Stable Long‑Term Supply:** Uses a CONTEC‑developed GPIB controller compatible with the NEC µPD7210C, ensuring long‑term product availability and reliability. - **Compact PCI Form Factor:** Standard PCI short‑size board (121.69 mm × 63.41 mm) fits standard and low‑profile PCI slots. - **Plug & Play Configuration:** Automatic resource allocation (I/O address and IRQ) via PCI PnP architecture. - **Interrupt Support:** One interrupt request line (INTA#) for efficient event‑driven communication. - **Multi‑Device Connectivity:** Supports up to **15 devices** on a single GPIB bus. - **Cable Length Compliance:** Up to **4 m** between adjacent devices and **20 m total** bus length. - **Software Support:** Includes Windows API libraries and supports Linux, MATLAB, and LabVIEW environments. - **Optional Accessories:** GPIB connector adapter (CN‑GP/C) and double‑shielded GPIB cables (PCN‑T02 2 m / PCN‑T04 4 m).

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE‑488.1 / IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to international GPIB standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of test and measurement instruments. - **PCI Bus Interface:** 32‑bit, 33 MHz PCI interface supporting plug‑and‑play configuration and automatic resource allocation. - **High‑Reliability FPGA Controller:** Uses CONTEC’s proprietary FPGA controller compatible with the µPD7210C GPIB controller, ensuring long‑term availability and stable operation. - **Data Transfer Rate:** Supports up to **120 Kbytes/sec** maximum data transfer speed. - **Signal Logic:** Negative logic signaling with TTL‑compatible voltage levels (Low ≤ 0.8 V, High ≥ 2.0 V). - **Interrupt‑Driven Operation:** One interrupt request signal (INTA) for efficient CPU utilization. - **GPIB Control Timer:** Built‑in precision timer for accurate control and synchronization of GPIB transactions. - **Bus Monitoring:** Supports monitoring of key GPIB control lines (IFC, SRQ, ATN) with latch functionality. - **Compact PCI Form Factor:** Short‑size PCI board suitable for standard PC/AT compatible systems. - **Software Support:** Compatible with CONTEC’s API‑PAC(W32) and ACX‑PAC(W32) driver libraries for Windows; LabVIEW and MATLAB drivers available. - **Ease of Integration:** Plug‑and‑play installation with automatic IRQ and I/O address assignment. - **High Noise Immunity:** Designed for stable operation in industrial and laboratory environments. - **Long‑Term Supply:** FPGA‑based design ensures continued availability without dependence on obsolete controller ICs.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE‑488.1 / IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to the international GPIB communication standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of laboratory and industrial instruments. - **Compact PCMCIA Type II Form Factor:** Designed for notebook PCs and embedded systems with PC Card slots, providing portable GPIB connectivity without external power. - **Data Transfer Rate:** Supports up to **50 Kbyte/sec** maximum transmission speed, suitable for standard instrument control and data acquisition tasks. - **Interrupt Flexibility:** Selectable IRQ levels (3–7, 9–12, 14, or 15) for optimal system integration and conflict avoidance. - **Electrical Interface:** 8 parallel data lines and 3 handshake lines, negative logic signaling (Low ≤ 0.8 V, High ≥ 2.0 V). - **Device Connectivity:** Supports up to **15 GPIB devices** on a single bus segment. - **Cable Length:** Up to **4 m between devices** and **20 m total bus length**, compliant with IEEE‑488 specifications. - **Plug‑and‑Play Operation:** Automatically recognized by PCMCIA‑compliant operating systems; no manual configuration required. - **Software Support:** Compatible with CONTEC’s **ACX‑PAC(W32)** and **API‑PAC(W32)** driver libraries, enabling integration with Windows‑based control software and development environments such as LabVIEW and MATLAB. - **High Reliability:** Uses CONTEC’s proprietary GPIB controller technology for long‑term supply stability and robust operation. - **Lightweight and Portable:** Approximately **250 g including cable**, ideal for field measurement and mobile test setups.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE-488.1 / IEEE-488.2 Compliance:** Fully compliant with both IEEE-488.1 and IEEE-488.2 standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of GPIB instruments and controllers. - **High-Speed Data Transfer:** Supports a maximum transfer rate of **1.5 Mbyte/sec**, enabling rapid communication with multiple instruments. - **Bus Master Transfer:** Allows direct data transfer between the PC and the board without CPU load, improving system efficiency and throughput. - **Integrated GPIB Bus Analyzer:** Provides real-time monitoring and analysis of GPIB bus signals, enabling debugging and performance optimization. - **2Kbyte FIFO Memory:** Onboard FIFO buffers for both transmission and reception ensure stable, high-speed data flow and reduced latency. - **High-Precision Timer:** Built-in timer for precise time measurement and synchronization in Windows environments. - **Low Profile PCI Express Form Factor:** Compliant with PCI Express Base Specification Rev. 1.0a ×1; includes both low-profile and standard brackets for flexible installation. - **Multi-Board Support:** Up to four boards can be installed in a single system, allowing expansion of GPIB channels. - **Interrupt Handling:** One interrupt request signal (INTA#) for efficient event-driven communication. - **Long-Term Availability:** Uses CONTEC’s proprietary high-speed GPIB controller (compatible with PD7210 and later), ensuring stable long-term supply and support. - **Diagnostic and Utility Software:** Includes diagnostic tools for hardware verification, interrupt testing, and communication validation. - **Line Monitoring:** Capable of reading control line states (IFC, ATN, SRQ, REN, EOI, DAV, NRFD, NDAC) and data line status (DIO1–DIO8). - **Cross-Platform Software Support:** Compatible with Windows and Linux API-TOOL drivers, MATLAB, and LabVIEW environments. - **RoHS and Lead-Free Compliance:** Environmentally friendly design meeting modern regulatory standards.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE-488.1 / IEEE-488.2 Compliance:** Fully conforms to both IEEE-488.1 and IEEE-488.2 standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of GPIB instruments. - **High-Speed Data Transfer:** Achieves up to **1.5 MByte/sec** maximum transfer rate, supporting high-throughput data acquisition and control. - **Bus Master Operation:** Enables direct memory access (DMA) transfers between the board and system memory without CPU overhead, improving system efficiency. - **Dual 2Kbyte FIFO Buffers:** Independent 2Kbyte send and receive buffers allow smooth, high-speed data flow and minimize latency during communication. - **SPAS Event Function:** Supports the SPAS (Serial Poll Active State) event, enhancing flexibility in serial polling and system control. - **High-Precision Internal Timer:** Integrated timer allows accurate time monitoring and synchronization under Windows environments. - **Long-Term Availability:** Utilizes CONTEC’s proprietary high-speed GPIB controller (µPD7210 register compatible), ensuring product longevity and stable supply. - **Diagnostic Utility:** Includes a diagnostic program for verifying hardware operation, interrupts, I/O addresses, and performing communication tests. - **Low Profile and Standard Slot Support:** Ships with a low-profile bracket pre-installed and includes a standard bracket for full-height PCIe slots. - **Software Development Support:** Compatible with CONTEC’s API-PAC(W32) driver library, supporting Win32 API-based programming languages and LabVIEW integration.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **Full IEEE‑488.1 and IEEE‑488.2 Compliance:** Ensures compatibility with all standard GPIB instruments and controllers. - **High‑Speed Data Transfer:** 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, bridging the speed gap between the GPIB bus (~1.5 MB/s) and the PCI bus (132 MB/s). - **Dual Voltage PCI Support:** Operates on both **3.3 V and 5 V** PCI buses for broad system compatibility. - **Low‑Profile Design:** Conforms to MD1 low‑profile PCI mechanical specifications (120 mm × 64.5 mm). - **Software Compatibility:** Binary‑compatible with **NI‑488.2** driver API (GPIB‑32.DLL) and supports **VISA** libraries for seamless integration with existing applications. - **Wide ADE Support:** Compatible with **Microsoft Visual C++**, **Visual Basic**, **Delphi**, **NI LabVIEW**, **NI LabWindows/CVI**, and **Agilent TestExec**. - **Plug‑and‑Play Configuration:** Automatic resource allocation via PCI BIOS; no jumper or DIP switch settings required. - **Interactive Diagnostic Utility:** ADLINK GPIB Utility for testing, configuration, and communication verification. - **Robust Environmental Tolerance:** Operates from 0 °C to 55 °C; storage from −20 °C to 80 °C. - **Regulatory Compliance:** Certified to **CE** and **FCC Class A** EMC/EMI standards.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **IEEE‑488.1/488.2 Compliance:** Fully compatible with both hardware and software GPIB standards. - **High Data Throughput:** Supports data transfer rates up to **1.5 MB/s** in programmed I/O mode. - **Low‑Profile PCI Form Factor:** MD1‑compliant PCB (120 mm × 64 mm) suitable for compact industrial and desktop systems. - **Dual Voltage PCI Support:** Operates on **3.3 V or 5 V PCI buses**, ensuring broad system compatibility. - **On‑Board FIFO Buffer:** 2 kB FIFO for read/write operations to bridge the speed gap between the GPIB bus (~1.5 MB/s) and PCI bus (132 MB/s). - **Software Compatibility:** Binary‑compatible with **NI‑488.2** driver software and supports **VISA** library for seamless integration with existing instrument drivers. - **Plug‑and‑Play Configuration:** Automatic resource allocation via PCI BIOS; no jumper or DIP switch settings required. - **Interactive Diagnostic Utility:** ADLINK GPIB Utility for testing, configuration, and troubleshooting. - **Wide ADE Support:** Compatible with **Microsoft Visual Studio (VC++/VB/.NET)**, **Borland C++ Builder**, **Delphi**, **NI LabVIEW™**, **LabWindows/CVI™**, **Agilent TestExec**, and **MATLAB®**. - **Multi‑Instrument Control:** Supports up to **14 instruments** connected in linear, star, or hybrid topologies. - **Industrial‑Grade Reliability:** CE and FCC Class A certified for EMC/EMI compliance. - **Operating System Support:** Windows XP, Windows 7/8 (x86/x64).

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards

- **Full IEEE-488.1 and IEEE-488.2 Compliance:** Ensures interoperability with a wide range of GPIB instruments and systems. - **PCI Express 1.1 Interface:** Provides high-speed, low-latency communication with host systems. - **High Data Transfer Rate:** Supports up to 1.2 MB/s GPIB data transfer rate for the LPCIe-3488A model. - **Onboard FIFO Buffer:** 2 kB FIFO memory for efficient read/write operations and reduced CPU overhead. - **Software Compatibility:** Fully compatible with National Instruments NI-488.2 driver APIs and VISA library, ensuring seamless integration with existing applications. - **Plug-and-Play Configuration:** Automatic resource allocation via PCIe bus; no manual jumper or switch settings required. - **Interactive Diagnostic Utility:** ADLINK GPIB Utility software for testing, configuration, and troubleshooting. - **Wide Software Support:** Compatible with Visual Studio .NET, Borland C++ Builder, LabVIEW™, MATLAB®, and Delphi environments. - **Low-Profile Form Factor:** Compact design suitable for industrial and desktop PCs with limited space. - **Environmental Compliance:** RoHS and WEEE compliant, reflecting ADLINK’s commitment to environmental responsibility. - **EMC/EMI Certification:** CE and FCC Class A certified for electromagnetic compatibility.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: IEEE (GPIB) Cards