GS.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM GPIB Getting Started with Your GPIB-SCSI-A and NI-488.
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GS.book Page 3 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Important Information Warranty The GPIB-SCSI-A is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of shipment, as evidenced by receipts or other documentation. National Instruments will, at its option, repair or replace equipment that proves to be defective during the warranty period. This warranty includes parts and labor.
GS.book Page 4 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Compliance FCC/Canada Radio Frequency Interference Compliance* Determining FCC Class The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has rules to protect wireless communications from interference. The FCC places digital electronics into two classes. These classes are known as Class A (for use in industrial-commercial locations only) or Class B (for use in residential or commercial locations).
GS.book Page 5 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Canadian Department of Communications This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Compliance to EU Directives Readers in the European Union (EU) must refer to the Manufacturer's Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for information** pertaining to the CE Mark compliance scheme.
GS.book Page vi Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: This icon denotes a note, which alerts you to important information. This icon denotes a caution, which advises you of precautions to take to avoid injury, data loss, or a system crash. bold Bold text denotes the names of light-emitting diodes (LEDs). italic Italic text denotes variables, emphasis, a cross reference, or an introduction to a key concept.
GS.book Page vii Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Contents Chapter 1 Introduction What You Need to Get Started ......................................................................................1-1 GPIB Hardware Overview.............................................................................................1-2 NI-488.2 Overview ........................................................................................................1-2 Chapter 2 Installation Configuring the Hardware ..................
GS.book Page viii Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Contents Appendix C Technical Support Resources Glossary Index GPIB-SCSI-A for Solaris viii ni.
GS.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM 1 Introduction This chapter explains how to use this manual, lists what you need to get started, and briefly describes the GPIB-SCSI-A and NI-488.2 for Solaris. What You Need to Get Started ❑ Solaris version 2.5.1 or higher installed on your Sun SPARC system ❑ One of the following GPIB-SCSI-A boxes: – 100–120 VAC – 220–240 VAC ❑ One of the following power cords: – U.S.A. standard power cord – U.K.
GS.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Chapter 1 Introduction To meet FCC emission limits for this device, you must use a shielded (Type X1 or X2) GPIB cable. Operating this equipment with a non-shielded cable may interfere with radio and television reception. Caution GPIB Hardware Overview The GPIB-SCSI-A is a high-performance interface product that transparently handles data transfers between the SCSI and the GPIB.
GS.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM 2 Installation This chapter describes how to install NI-488.2 for Solaris and how to configure and connect the GPIB-SCSI-A to your Sun SPARC system. The NI-488.2 software included in this kit is intended for use with Sun SPARC systems running Solaris 2.5.1 or higher. Figure 2-1 shows the rear panel of the GPIB-SCSI-A. A ON SCSI OFF B CTS 206-8 O N 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9120 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9120 O N CTS 206-8 SW1 SW2 GPIB Figure 2-1.
GS.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Chapter 2 Installation The GPIB-SCSI-A is shipped from the factory configured to operate in SCSI (S) mode. Optional parity checking on the SCSI port is disabled. The SCSI ID that the GPIB-SCSI-A responds to is set at 5, and the primary GPIB address is set at 0. Additionally, the GPIB-SCSI-A kit is shipped from the factory with a SCSI terminating resistor installed.
GS.book Page 3 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Chapter 2 Installation The default settings of switches 1 through 3 are ON, OFF, ON, respectively, to select the SCSI ID of 5. Switches 4 through 8 are OFF, indicating that the GPIB primary address of the GPIB-SCSI-A is 0. Tables 2-1 and 2-2 show the possible configurations of the eight switches for SW1 and what each configuration indicates. Factory default settings are in bold. Table 2-1.
GS.book Page 4 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Chapter 2 Installation Table 2-2.
GS.book Page 5 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Chapter 2 Installation Configuration Switch Settings for SW2 The DIP switch at location SW2 on the rear panel (see Figure 2-1) is used to configure the mode of operation for the GPIB-SCSI-A. These switch settings should not be changed for use with the Sun SPARC system. Figure 2-3 shows the factory default settings. Make sure that these switches are set as shown in Figure 2-3. If they are not, set these switches as indicated.
GS.book Page 6 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Chapter 2 Installation Using SCSI Terminating Resistors Because of its high-speed capabilities, the SCSI bus is sensitive to the electrical characteristics of the SCSI cabling. When a signal is sent through the SCSI bus, it bounces back and creates echoes along the cabling. Any device in the middle of the daisy-chained SCSI bus receives these signal echoes. You should use terminating resistor packs to prevent echoes and ensure proper termination of a signal.
GS.book Page 7 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Chapter 2 Installation Figure 2-4 shows where to install terminating resistors if the GPIB-SCSI-A is located at the end of a system. 2 6 5 1 4 I-A IB-S GP CS SI SC LLER RO NT CO -488 IEEE IVE CE RE ND SE EN LIST LK TA Y AD RE WER PO 1 2 To GPIB Devices Terminating Resistors 3 4 3 GPIB-SCSI-A SCSI Tape Drive 5 6 SCSI Disk Drive SCSI Host Figure 2-4.
GS.book Page 8 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Chapter 2 Installation Figure 2-5 shows where to install terminating resistors if the GPIB-SCSI-A is at a location other than the end of a system. 2 5 1 6 3 GP IB-S I-A LLER CS RO NT SI SC CO -488 IEEE IVE CE RE ND SE EN LIST LK TA Y AD RE WER PO 1 2 SCSI Tape Drive Terminating Resistors 3 4 To GPIB Devices GPIB-SCSI-A 4 5 6 SCSI Disk Drive SCSI Host Figure 2-5.
GS.book Page 9 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Chapter 2 Installation Whether you are using a direct connection or daisy-chaining, there are four basic steps to connecting the GPIB-SCSI-A. 1. Shut down your system and turn off your computer. 2. Connect the cables. 3. Switch on your GPIB-SCSI-A. 4. Power on your system. Step 1. Shut Down the System Complete the following steps to shut down your system: 1. Enter the shutdown command and turn off your computer.
GS.book Page 10 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Chapter 2 Installation Step 3. Switch On Your GPIB-SCSI-A Switch on your GPIB-SCSI-A by using the rocker switch on the rear panel. The POWER LED should come on immediately and the READY indicator on the front panel should come on after the GPIB-SCSI-A has passed its power-on self-test, indicating that the unit is ready for operation.
GS.book Page 11 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Chapter 2 Installation Configuring the Software with ibconf (Optional) ibconf is an interactive utility you can use to examine or modify the configuration of the driver. You might want to run ibconf to change the settings of the software parameters. You must have super-user privilege to run ibconf. ibconf is largely self explanatory and contains help screens that explain all commands and options. For more information on using ibconf, refer to the NI-488.
GS.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM 3 Installation Verification This chapter describes how to verify the software installation. The software installation test ibtsta verifies that the driver is installed correctly. It checks for correct access to the device driver. Run ibtsta by entering the following command: ibtsta If no error occurs in ibtsta, NI-488.2 is installed correctly. If ibtsta fails, it displays an error message that explains why the test failed and how you can correct the problem.
GS.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM 4 Using NI-488.2 with Solaris This chapter helps you get started with NI-488.2 for Solaris. Introduction to ibic The NI-488.2 software includes the Interface Bus Interactive Control utility, ibic. You can use ibic to enter NI-488 functions and IEEE 488.2-style functions (also known as NI-488.2 routines) interactively and display the results of the function calls automatically.
GS.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Chapter 4 Using NI-488.2 with Solaris Programming Considerations Depending on the programming language you use to develop your application, you must include certain files, statements, or global variables at the beginning of your application. For example, you must include the header file sys/ugpib.h in your source code if you are using C/C++. You must link the language interface library with your compiled source code.
GS.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Troubleshooting and Common Questions A This appendix describes how to troubleshoot problems and answers some common questions. Also refer to Appendix B, Common Errors and Their Solutions, in the NI-488.2M Software Reference Manual. Troubleshooting The GPIB-SCSI-A contains circuitry that operates with hazardous voltages. Refer service requirements to qualified personnel. Caution • The SCSI cable must be securely connected to the GPIB-SCSI-A.
GS.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Appendix A Troubleshooting and Common Questions Common Questions How do I know that my GPIB-SCSI-A and driver are installed correctly? The ibtsta test verifies that both the hardware and software are installed correctly. Run ibtsta by entering the following command: ibtsta If no error occurs in ibtsta, NI-488.2 is installed correctly.
GS.book Page 3 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Appendix A Troubleshooting and Common Questions What is wrong if ibfind returns a –1? The driver may not be installed correctly or the nodes may not have been created when the driver was loaded. Try removing and reinstalling NI-488.2 from the CD, as described in Chapter 2, Installation. Also, the file may require read/write privileges you do not have, or you may have renamed a device.
GS.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM B Specifications This appendix lists the electrical, environmental, and physical specifications of the GPIB-SCSI-A and the recommended operating conditions. Electrical Characteristics Power supply unit................................... 100 to 120 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz input or 220 to 240 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz input Maximum current requirement .............. 100 to 120 VAC, 90 mA 220 to 240 VAC, 45 mA Fuse rating and type ...............................
GS.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Appendix B Specifications Physical Characteristics Overall case size .....................................74.5 by 190.2 by 250.9 mm (2.934 by 7.489 by 9.88 in.) Case material ..........................................All metal enclosure Rack mounting........................................Single or dual kits available Weight.....................................................1.81 kg (4 lb) GPIB-SCSI-A for Solaris B-2 ni.
GS.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Technical Support Resources C Web Support National Instruments Web support is your first stop for help in solving installation, configuration, and application problems and questions. Online problem-solving and diagnostic resources include frequently asked questions, knowledge bases, product-specific troubleshooting wizards, manuals, drivers, software updates, and more. Web support is available through the Technical Support section of ni.com.
GS.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Appendix C Technical Support Resources Worldwide Support National Instruments has offices located around the world to help address your support needs. You can access our branch office Web sites from the Worldwide Offices section of ni.com. Branch office Web sites provide up-to-date contact information, support phone numbers, e-mail addresses, and current events.
GS.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Glossary Prefix Meaning Value m- milli- 10 –3 k- kilo- 10 3 M- mega- 10 6 ° degrees % percent A amperes ANSI American National Standards Institute C Celsius DIP dual inline package DMA direct memory access EMI electromagnetic interference g grams GPIB General Purpose Interface Bus Hz hertz IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers in.
GS.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 12, 2001 2:17 PM Glossary V volts VAC volts alternating current VDC volts direct current GPIB-SCSI-A for Solaris G-2 ni.
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