Chapter 1
Introduction
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What You Need to Get Started
Before you install your GPIB hardware, make sure you have all of the
following items:
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One of the following boxes, which is included in your kit:
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GPIB-232CV-A (100-120 VAC)
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GPIB-232CV-A (220-240 VAC)
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GPIB-232CV-A (DC)
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If you have the GPIB-232CV-A AC version, one of the following
power cords:
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U.S. standard power cord
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Swiss power cord
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Australian power cord
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Universal European power cord
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North American power cord
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U.K. power cord
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If you have the GPIB-232CV-A DC version, one of the following:
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9 V wall-mount power supply (100–120 VAC)
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9 V wall-mount power supply (220–240 VAC)
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Type XI or X2 single-shielded or double-shielded GPIB cable (1, 2, or
4 m), which you can purchase from National Instruments
Caution
To meet FCC emission limits for this device, you must use a Type X2
double-shielded GPIB cable. If you operate this equipment with a non-shielded cable,
it may interfere with radio and television reception.
Optional Equipment
You can order a 9-pin, 2 m RS-232 shielded cable (GPIB-232CV-A to
IBM PC) from National Instruments.