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Prologix USB to GPIB Controller - High-Speed Interface for Lab Equipment & Test Automation | Perfect for Electronics Testing, Data Acquisition & Industrial Control Systems
Prologix USB to GPIB Controller - High-Speed Interface for Lab Equipment & Test Automation | Perfect for Electronics Testing, Data Acquisition & Industrial Control Systems

Prologix USB to GPIB Controller - High-Speed Interface for Lab Equipment & Test Automation | Perfect for Electronics Testing, Data Acquisition & Industrial Control Systems

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Description

The Prologix GPIB-USB controller converts any computer with a USB port into a GPIB Controller or Device. In Controller mode, Prologix GPIB-USB controller can remotely control GPIB enabled instruments such as Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, and Spectrum Analyzers. In Device mode, the Prologix GPIB-USB controller converts the computer into a GPIB peripheral for downloading data and screen plots from the instrument front panel. In both modes, the Prologix GPIB-USB controller interprets high level commands received from the host computer and performs the appropriate low-level GPIB protocol handshaking. This controller works seamlessly with Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems, allowing flexible integration with your existing setup. Whether you’re using LabVIEW, Python, or MATLAB, the Prologix controller supports a variety of software environments to ensure a smooth, hassle-free experience. Key Features Drivers for Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Vista/Win7/8/10/11, Mac OS-8/9/X, LinuxSupport for multiple devicesDriver provides virtual serial port to send and receive dataPowered by USB; no power supply neededNo GPIB cable needed; controller plugs on to instrumentAll software configuration. No DIP switchesUSB 1.1 and USB 2.0 compatibleStandard USB (B) and IEEE 488 (Male) connectorsPowered over USB - no external power required. Based on the popular FTDI USB Chip -3x2.5x0.9" FT245R. Drivers are currently available for most platforms including: Win 7, Win 8, Win 10, Win 11Win 98, 2000, ME, XP, Vista - Drivers available, but not actively updatedApple OS-8, OS-9, OS-XLinux >2.4.0 - Drivers Built InFree BSD - Drivers Built In

Features

    Drivers for Windows 98/ME/2000/XP, Mac OS-8/9/X, Linux

    Support for multiple devices

    Driver provides virtual serial port to send and receive data

    Powered by USB; no power supply needed

    No GPIB cable needed; controller plugs on to instrument

Reviews

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I purchased the Prologix USB to GPIB Controller to talk to an old temperature controller in our lab using LabView. The Prologix basically creates a serial port and you use standard serial comms to speak with the target instrument and the Prologix-- you don't use GPIB protocols. In a nutshell, commands sent to the Prologix are forwarded to the GPIB instrument (and replies form the GPIB instrument are forwarded back to the controlling computer). If you need to talk to the controller (e.g., to change the GPIB address of the instrument you want to communicate with), you simply use one of the well-documented ++.The manual is thorough enough to get started and there is support at the Prologix website which includes links to some software examples and programs that you can use to configure the device and troubleshoot your application. One note on their software support: I wouldn't bother with their LabView example as it is much too complicated in my opinion. Using the device is as simple as talking over a serial port, and that doesn't require any special dll's or drivers that aren't included on the driver installation disk.In getting it to control my vintage temperature controller, there were a few little odd things to address, but I'm not sure if they were due to quirks in the temperature controller or the Prologix-- I'm leaning towards blaming the temperature controller, though. All in all, I was able to go from un-boxing the device to building a fully-functioning LabView interface in under two hours. I have not tried controlling multiple devices with the Prologix, but it seems feasible. As my application of the device hasn't been very demanding, I don't know the performance limits of the Prologix. But if your needs are as modest as mine have been, I would highly recommend this device.