NI GPIB-232CT-A RS232 to GPIB IEEE488.2 Controller

Technical Specifications

Model:GPIB-232CT-A

Brand:NI

Part No:GPIB-232CT-A

Product type:RS232 to GPIB IEEE488.2 Controller

Chip:NAT4882 ASIC for full IEEE488.2 function

Ports:24-pin GPIB female connector,9-pin male D-Sub RS232 DTE

Baud rate:configurable serial baud rate

Power:AC or DC power supply option

Dimension:118mm76mm44mm

Weight:340g

Operating temperature:0℃ ~ +40℃

Storage temperature:-20℃ ~ +70℃

Relative humidity:10~90% non-condensing

Certification:CE,FCC Class A

System compatibility

GPIB-232CT-A belongs to NI GPIB measurement platform.It supports NI-488.2 driver and LabVIEW,converts RS232 serial port into full GPIB controller,used to control GPIB test instruments in automated measurement systems.It is spare part for legacy test equipment overhaul.

Function

GPIB-232CT-A is full-function serial to GPIB controller.It can convert RS232 serial signal and GPIB bus protocol bidirectionally.It turns any serial terminal or PC into GPIB talker,listener or controller.DIP switches set GPIB address and serial parameters for instrument control.

Installation

Mount GPIB-232CT-A on panel or bench,tighten mounting screws.Connect GPIB instrument cable and RS232 serial cable,apply power.Take ESD protection before installation.

Interface

‑24 pin GPIB IEEE488 female port

‑9 pin D-Sub male RS232 serial port

‑Power inlet

‑Status LED indicators

Feature

GPIB-232CT-A classic NI serial-GPIB controller.Typical faults:serial port chip damage,GPIB interface failure,power supply fault.Inspect communication ports before replacement.

Diagnostic

Fault phenomenon:no communication,intermittent data transmission,fail to detect GPIB instruments.Check serial cable,GPIB bus wiring,power supply and module status LED.

Product Brief

GPIB-232CT-A is NI IEEE488.2 full function GPIB controller converting RS232 serial and GPIB bus bidirectionally,metal housing for lab test system and old instrument renovation.Mainly used for maintenance and replacement of old test equipment.ESD protection must be followed during handling.