ADVANTEST GPIB-488 Software

ADVANTEST GPIB-488 Software

Overview

The GPIB software includes the 488.1 library, the 488.2 library, and a set of utility programs. The 488.1 library consists of all of the functions and subroutines that begin with the letters “ib”. The 488.1 library routines refer to devices on the GPIB bus by their device names and handles rather than by their GPIB addresses. The 488.2 library consists of all the routines that do not begin with the letters “ib”. The 488.2 library routines refer to devices on the GPIB bus by their GPIB addresses rather than by their names or handles.

Support for VISA Calls

VISA (Virtual Instrument Software Architecture) drivers are command drivers that convert company and program-independent VISA calls into company-dependent calls.

GPIB-32.DLL Function Support

Each library function defined by GPIB 488.1 and GPIB 488.2 has a corresponding entry point in gpib-32.dll. gpib-32.dll is available for 32-bit applications only. For all future applications, gpib488.dll is the recommended method. A C application needing 64-bit support must migrate to using gpib488.dll. In a C application, to use gpib-32.dll, include gpib.h in your source files and link your program with the gpib-32.obj object file. All examples are available from the Start menu.

GPIB488.DLL Function Support

Each library function defined by GPIB 488.1 and GPIB 488.2 has a corresponding entry point or equivalent function in gpib488.dll. gpib488.dll is available for both 32-bit and 64-bit applications. gpib488.dll is the recommended method for programming GPIB. In a C application, to use gpib488.dll, include gpib488.h in your source files and link your program with the gpib488.obj object file. For 64-bit applications, use gpib488.obj under the win64 directory. All examples are available from the Start menu

General Features of GPIB-488 Software

Instrument Control: The software can identify and control the instruments connected through the GPIB interface to achieve the setting of measurement parameters, data reading and instrument status monitoring.

Automation test: Support writing automation test scripts, and control multiple instruments to work together through the software to complete complex test processes.

Data processing: Provide data processing and analysis functions, such as data recording, chart generation, statistical analysis, etc., to help users better understand and analyse the test results.

Compatibility: the software should be compatible with a variety of operating systems and development environments, such as Windows, Linux, etc., and support for LabVIEW, MATLAB and other commonly used engineering development software

Application Areas

Electric power plants: monitoring and controlling generators, steam turbines, governors and other equipment to ensure the stable operation of the power generation system.

Power transformer and distribution: used in substations and distribution stations to monitor and control transformers, circuit breakers, voltage regulators and other equipment.

Power grid control: applied in monitoring, scheduling and control of power systems to ensure the stability and reliability of power networks.

Industrial process control: in manufacturing and chemical plants for automating and monitoring production processes.

Energy Management System: supports the monitoring, analysis and optimisation of energy systems to improve energy efficiency.

Power Generation Scheduling: Coordinates and optimises the operation of power generation plants to meet electricity demand.

Smart Grid: in smart grids to support the digitisation and intelligence of the grid.

Product Parameters and Specifications

Processor: 32-bit RISC processor

Clock frequency: 100 MHz

Memory: 128MB

Flash memory: 256MB

Communication interface: RS-232/485, Ethernet, etc.

Input/output interface: analogue input/output, digital input/output

Operating temperature: -25°C to +60°C

Storage temperature: -40°C to +85°C

Relative humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

Protection rating: IP65

Product specification: 300mm x 200mm x 100mm