LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A IEEE488 GPIB Interface Card Series User’s Manual Manual Rev.: 2.50 Revision Date: Dec. 12, 2014 Part No: 50-17023-3030 Advance Technologies; Automate the World.
Revision History ii Revision Date Description 2.00 Oct. 13, 2009 Initial release 2.50 Dec.
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A Preface Copyright 2014 ADLINK Technology, Inc. This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic, or other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer.
Conventions Take note of the following conventions used throughout this manual to make sure that users perform certain tasks and instructions properly. Additional information, aids, and tips that help users perform tasks. NOTE: CAUTION: WARNING: iv Information to prevent minor physical injury, component damage, data loss, and/or program corruption when trying to complete a task.
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A Table of Contents Revision History...................................................................... ii Preface .................................................................................... iii List of Tables.......................................................................... iii List of Figures ......................................................................... v 1 Introduction ........................................................................ 1 1.1 1.
2.5 2.6 Plug and Play ................................................................ 13 Configuration ................................................................ 13 Troubleshooting ............................................................ 13 Hardware Installation ......................................................... 14 LPCIe/LPCI-3488A Installation Procedures .................. 14 USB-3488A Installation Procedures ............................. 14 Cabling .....................................
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A List of Tables Table 3-1: GPIB Bus Pin Definitions ...............................................
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LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A List of Figures Figure 2-1: Figure 2-2: Figure 2-3: Figure 2-4: Figure 2-5: Figure 2-6: Figure 2-7: Figure 3-1: Figure 3-2: Figure 3-3: Figure 3-4: PCB Layout of the LPCI-3488A ....................................... 9 PCB Layout of the LPCIe-3488A ................................... 10 Layout of the USB-3488A .............................................. 11 LPCIe/LPCI-3488A Linear Connection Configuration.... 15 USB-3488A Linear Connection Configuration ...............
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LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A 1 Introduction 1.1 Overview ADLINK’s LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A GPIB controller interface cards are fully compatible with the IEEE488.2 instrumentation control and communication standard and are capable of controlling up to 14 stand-alone instruments via IEEE488 cables. The LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A are designed to meet the requirements for high performance and maximum programming portability.
Compatibility ADLINK’s GPIB interface solutions are delivered with complete software support, including a driver API set that is fully binary compatible with NI1’s GPIB-32.DLL. All programs written based on the GPIB-32.DLL library can be executed with LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A without any modification. VISA library is also supported to ensure compatibility with applications utilizing VISA. The ADLINK LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A thus provides the “Plug and Play” compatibility with all your existing applications. 1.
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A 1.2 Features LPCIe/LPCI-3488A The LPCIe/LPCI-3488A IEEE 488 GPIB interface card provides the following advanced features: X X X X X X X X PCI Express 1.1 compatibility (LPCIe-3488A) Supports 32-bit 3.3 V or 5 V PCI bus (LPCI-3488A) Fully compatible with IEEE 488.1 and 488.2 standard Up to 1.5 MB/s data transfer for LPCI-3488A, 1.1 MB/s for LPCIe-3488A 2 kB onboard FIFO for read/write operations APIs provided compatible with NI-488.
1.3 Specifications GPIB Bus Properties X X X X X Up to 14 instruments can be connected to one controller Maximum 1.
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A Z USB-3488A +5V 190 mA (typical) 500 mA (maximum) X X Dimensions (not including connectors): Z LPCI-3488A: 120 (L) x 64 (H) mm Z LPCIe-3488A: 67 (L) x 68.9 (H) mm Z USB-3488A : 81.6 (L) x 61.5 (W) x 27.8 (H) mm Vibration Test Z USB-3488A ZOperating: 1 G 3 axes Znon-operating: 2.5 G 3 axes 1.4 Software Support The ADLINK LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A GPIB interface cards provide a device driver package: ADL-GPIB for Windows XP/7/8.
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LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A 2 Installation This chapter outlines the contents of package, describes unpacking information, and describes how to install the hardware and software. 2.
2.2 Unpacking The LPCIe/LPCI-3488A modules contain electrostatically sensitive components that can be easily be damaged by static electricity. Therefore, they should be handled on a grounded anti-static mat. The operator should be wearing an anti-static wristband, grounded at the same point as the anti-static mat. Inspect the module for obvious damage. Shipping and handling may cause damage to the module. Be sure there is no shipping and handling damage on the module before continuing.
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A 2.3 Mechanical Drawings 2.3.
2.3.2 LPCIe-3488A 67 100.36 3.3 Bus Tx FPGA 68.9 Bus Rx 59.
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A 2.3.3 USB-3488A 64.50 Figure 2-3: Layout of the USB-3488A The USB-3488A GPIB interface provides a direct connection between the USB port on a desktop or laptop computer to GPIB instrument. With the USB-3488A GPIB interface and its USB Plug and Play feature, GPIB instruments can be connected and disconnected without having to shut down the computer.
power supplies are necessary. The USB-3488A GPIB interface is equipped with a 2 meter USB 2.0 compliant cable.
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A 2.4 PCI Configuration Plug and Play As a plug-and-play component, the card requests an interrupt number via its PCI controller. The system BIOS responds with an interrupt assignment based on the card information and on known system parameters. These system parameters are determined by the installed drivers and the hardware is acknowledged by the system. Configuration Board configuration is accomplished on a board-by-board basis for all PCI boards in the chassis.
2.5 Hardware Installation LPCIe/LPCI-3488A Installation Procedures Please follow the instructions to install the LPCIe/LPCI-3488A in your system. 1. Turn off the computer 2. Turn off all accessories (printer, modem, monitor, etc.) connected to the computer. 3. Open the computer case. 4. For LPCI-3488A, select a 32-bit PCI slot. For LPCIe-3488A, select a PCIe x1 slot. 5. Before handling the PCI cards, discharge any static buildup on your body by touching the metal case of the computer.
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A if you use USB-3488A with a USB Hub, we suggest you to have an independent power for the Hub. Cabling The following connection configuration can ensure that the GPIB throughput achieves optimal performance. These configurations include the number of instruments and cable distances: X X X Cable lengths should be no longer than 4 meters (2 meter lengths maximum is suggested). The total GPIB BUS distance should be less than 20 meters.
Figure 2-5: USB-3488A Linear Connection Configuration Figure 2-6: LPCIe/LPCI-3488A Star Connection Configuration 16 Installation
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A Figure 2-7: USB-3488A Star Connection Configuration NOTE: Installation For a star connection, the total current load will be less in the presence of fewer than three cable connections on an individual instrument.
2.6 Software Installation ADLINK GPIB interface cards are equipped with an ADL-GPIB driver package for Windows XP/7/8. The ADL-GPIB is designed to be fully compatible with your current applications and includes APIs and a binary-compatible gpib-32.dll for users using LabVIEW1, LabWindow/CVI2, VC++, VB, and Delphi. ADLINK GPIB interface cards also adequately support VISA to work with most available instrument drivers. Please visit the ADLINK website (www.adlinktech.
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A Driver Installation 1. Insert the ADLINK GPIB Driver CD. 2. Execute x:\Software Package\ADL-GPIB\Setup.exe to launch the setup program. (x: denotes your CD-ROM drive). The InstallShield® wizard appears. 3.
Using the ADLINK GPIB Utility NOTE: The ADL-GPIB driver package also provides the ADLINK GPIB Utility to diagnose and verify GPIB connections, located at x:\ADLINK\ADL-GPIB\Utility\GPIB Utility.exe 1. Launch GPIB Utility.exe. A window appears showing all installed GPIB interfaces and instruments 2. Click on a GPIB interface (GPIB0, GPIB1, etc.) and select “Setting” > “GPIB Preference”. A “GPIB Interface & Bus Setting” dialog appears to enable configuration of the GPIB interface.
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A 3. Double click on a connected GPIB instrument.
mand strings to be inputted into the GPIB instrument and read the result.
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A 3 Operations This chapter describes the operation theory of GPIB bus and the basic architecture of ADLINK’s GPIB interface cards. 3.1 Connection Configuration The GPIB bus has 24 lines which are divided into 16 signal lines and 8 ground return or shield drain lines. The 16 signal lines can be divided into 8-bit parallel data transfer bus and 8 control lines.
GPIB BUS Type Function 8 data lines 16 signal lines 24 lines 8 control lines 5 system management lines 3 handshake lines 1 shield drain line 8 ground lines 7 ground return lines Pin No.
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A Data Lines DIO1 to DIO8 carry both data and command messages. All commands and most data use 7-bit ASCII codes, the 8th bit, DIO8, is either unused or used as a parity check. Handshake Lines Three handshake lines control the transfer of data/messages between devices.
3.2 Block Diagrams ADLINK GPIB Interface Cards The ADLINK LPCIe-3488A FPGA includes a 2kB FIFO to maximize data transfer rate, coordinating data flow between the PCIe bus, FIFO and GPIB bus. FPGA Bus Transceiver/ Receiver PCIe x1 Interface GPIB IP 2K FIFO PCIe IP Figure 3-2: LPCIe-3488A Block Diagram ADLINK’s LPCI-3488A GPIB interface card includes a 2 kB FIFO inside the FPGA IP to maximize data transfer rates.
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A The ADLINK USB-3488A GPIB interface include a 32 KB FIFO to maximize data transfer rates. Its state-of-the-art state machine in the 8051 coordinates the data flow between the USB Bus, FIFO and GPIB bus.
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LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A Important Safety Instructions For user safety, please read and follow all instructions, WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and NOTES marked in this manual and on the associated equipment before handling/operating the equipment. X X X X X Read these safety instructions carefully. Keep this user’s manual for future reference. Read the specifications section of this manual for detailed information on the operating environment of this equipment.
X X Never attempt to fix the equipment. Equipment should only be serviced by qualified personnel. A Lithium-type battery may be provided for uninterrupted, backup or emergency power. CAUTION: X 30 RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THEIR INSTRUCTIONS.
LPCIe/LPCI/USB-3488A Getting Service Contact us should you require any service or assistance. ADLINK Technology, Inc. Address: 9F, No.166 Jian Yi Road, Zhonghe District New Taipei City 235, Taiwan ᄅؑקխࡉ৬ԫሁ 166 ᇆ 9 ᑔ Tel: +886-2-8226-5877 Fax: +886-2-8226-5717 Email: service@adlinktech.com Ampro ADLINK Technology, Inc. Address: 5215 Hellyer Avenue, #110 San Jose, CA 95138, USA Tel: +1-408-360-0200 Toll Free: +1-800-966-5200 (USA only) Fax: +1-408-360-0222 Email: info@adlinktech.
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