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Micro Converter for USB
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High Speed IEEE-488.2 I/F Micro Converter for USB2.0
GPIB-FL2-USB
CONTENTS
Introduction .................................................................. 4
Safety Precautions .................................................... 11
Setup ............................................................................. 19
Connecting to an External Device ...................... 35
Software ....................................................................... 38
Functions ..................................................................... 49
Appendix ...................................................................... 52
Customer Support and Inquiry ........................... 57
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- Page 1 Micro Converter for USB Reference Manual High Speed IEEE-488.2 I/F Micro Converter for USB2.0 GPIB-FL2-USB CONTENTS Introduction ..............4 Safety Precautions ............ 11 Setup ................19 Connecting to an External Device ...... 35 Software ............... 38 Functions ..............49 Appendix ..............52...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ............... 4 1. Related Manuals ..............................5 2. About the Product ..............................6 3. Features ..................................7 4. Product Configuration List ..........................8 5. Support Software ..............................9 6. Optional Products ............................... 10 Safety Precautions ............11 1. - Page 3 1. Basic GPIB Function ............................50 2. Additional Functions ............................51 Appendix ................52 1. Hardware Specification............................53 2. Physical Dimensions ............................55 3. Differences between GPIB-FL2-USB and GP-IB(USB)FL ................ 56 Customer Support and Inquiry ........57 1. Services ..................................58 — 3 —...
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Page 4: Introduction
Introduction This section provides necessary information of the product such as the outline, bundled items and manuals before actual use. — 4 —... -
Page 5: Related Manuals
— — Introduction GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 1. Related Manuals The manuals related to the product are listed below. Read them as necessary along with this document. Must Read the Followings. Name Purpose Contents How to get Setup Guide Must read this after... -
Page 6: About The Product
GPIB cables. Furthermore, this product is powered by the bus so that simple and compact GPIB communication system can be established. According to user’s needs, Windows driver and GPIB communication driver supporting LabVIEW can be downloaded from CONTEC website. — 6 —... -
Page 7: Features
Windows/LabVIEW compatible support software is offered. The support software offered on the CONTEC website makes it possible to create applications of Windows/LabVIEW. In addition, supplies a diagnostic program to confirm hardware operation and to perform a basic communication test with connected equipment. -
Page 8: Product Configuration List
— — Introduction GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 4. Product Configuration List The product consists of the items listed below. Check, with the following list, that your package is complete. If you discover damaged or missing items, contact your retailer. Product…1 USB Cable (1.8m)…1 USB Cable Attachment on Serial Number Label…1... -
Page 9: Support Software
GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 5. Support Software You can use CONTEC support software according to your purpose and development environment. For more details on the supported OS, applicable languages, or to download the latest version of software, visit the CONTEC’s Web site. -
Page 10: Optional Products
GPIB connector adapter CN-GP/C GPIB connector adapter Effective if this product interferes with the main unit of the target device when plugging this product into the device. Visit the CONTEC website for the latest optional products. https://www.contec.com/ Website — 10 —... -
Page 11: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Understand the following definitions and precautions to use the product safely. Never fail to read them before using the product. — 11 —... -
Page 12: Safety Information
— — Safety Precautions GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 1. Safety Information This document provides safety information using the following symbols to prevent accidents resulting in injury or death and the destruction of equipment and resources. Understand the meanings of these labels to operate the equipment safely. -
Page 13: Handling Precautions
Even when using the product continuously, be sure to read the manual and understand the contents. Do not modify or disassemble the product. CONTEC will bear no responsibility for any problems, etc., resulting from modifying or disassembling the product. - Page 14 When disposing of the product, follow the disposal procedures stipulated under the relevant laws and municipal ordinances. Regardless of the foregoing statements, CONTEC is not liable for any damages whatsoever (Including damages for loss of business profits) arising out of the use or inability to use this CONTEC product or the information contained herein.
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Page 15: Regarding "Ce Emc Directive Class A Notice
— — Safety Precautions GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 1. Regarding “CE EMC Directive Class A Notice” The ferrite core must be installed in the connecting cable so that this product may suit the above- mentioned standard. (Equivalent product can also be used) -
Page 16: Fcc Part15 Subpart B Class A
— — Safety Precautions GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 2. FCC PART15 Subpart B Class A NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. -
Page 17: Environment
— — Safety Precautions GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 3. Environment Use this product in the following environment. If used in an unauthorized environment, this product may overheat, malfunction, or cause a failure. Operating temperature 0 - 50ºC Humidity 10 - 90%RH (No condensation) -
Page 18: Disposal
— — Safety Precautions GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 6. Disposal When disposing of the product, follow the disposal procedures stipulated under the relevant laws and municipal ordinances. — 18 —... -
Page 19: Setup
Setup This section explains how to set up this product. — 19 —... -
Page 20: What Is Setup
— — Setup GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 1. What is Setup? Setup means a series of steps to take before the product can be used. Different steps are required for driver software and hardware. The setup procedure varies with the OS or driver software used. -
Page 21: Driver Software Installation
CONTEC website. 1. Starting Up the Install Program Download the API-GPIB(WDM) for USB from CONTEC website. Expand the downloaded file. Execute the installer in the expanded folder. As the installer differs depending on OS used, check the list below to execute. -
Page 22: Hardware Setting
— — Setup GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 3. Hardware Setting This section describes how to set up the product and how to connect it to a PC. 1. Nomenclature of Product Components Component names of the product are shown in the figure below. -
Page 23: Setting Switches
— — Setup GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 2. Setting Switches With the two setting switches, the host computer distinguishes and keeps track of the devices of same model by assigning Module IDs to them. Factory setting “00” can be used when only one device per model is connected to one computer. -
Page 24: Led Indicator
— — Setup GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 3. LED Indicator The product indicates its operation state by means of light emitting diodes. The LED indicates as listed below. List of Status LED Functions Function Color Display Description Listener mode Status of address... -
Page 25: Connecting Screws
— — Setup GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 5. Connecting Screws These are screws to connect GPIB cable or a remote device. 6. USB Connector This is a USB connector for type-A. Connect this to the USB port on the PC side. -
Page 26: Hardware Installation
— — Setup GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 4. Hardware Installation Under Windows, the peripherals need to be recognized by the OS. This is called hardware installation. When using multiple converters, install one at a time. Complete the setup of the converter before starting to install the next one. - Page 27 — — Setup GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual The hardware is automatically recognized by the OS and installation proceeds automatically. You have now finished installing the hardware. — 27 —...
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Page 28: Driver Software Initialization
For other than Windows 10, From the [Control Panel], select the [Hardware and Sounds] or the [System] and then select the [Device Manager]. The installed hardware appears under the CONTEC Devices node. Open the CONTEC Devices node and select the device you want to setup. Click the [Properties]. — 28 —... - Page 29 — — Setup GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual The property page for the device opens. Enter the device name in the Common Settings tab page and then click the [OK]. The device name you set here is used later when programming. * The initial device name that appears is a default value. You can use this default name if you wish.
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Page 30: Operation Check
— — Setup GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 6. Operation Check You must make sure that this product and driver software operate properly. By taking this step, you can be certain that this product has been set up appropriately. 1. Check Method Connect the product to an external target device to test the communication and check the execution environment. - Page 31 — — Setup GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual Checking Functions After the address and communication data format of the target device are set, the main dialog box of the Diagnosis Program appears. You can check the current operation states of the board in the following boxes: Specify the remote device address and click on the [OK] button.
- Page 32 — — Setup GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual The main dialog box appears. The following commands can be used to check operations. “Send”: Sends the typed character string to the remote device. “Receive”: Receives data from the target device and displays it along with the number of data items.
- Page 33 — — Setup GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual Diagnosis Report Clicking on [Diagnosis] displays detailed data including converter settings and the diagnosis results while saving them in text format. The diagnosis program performs "driver file test", "GPIB communication test", "device setting information obtain" and so on.
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Page 34: Setup Troubleshooting
— — Setup GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 7. Setup Troubleshooting 1. Examples and Solution The diagnostic program works properly but the application program does not. The diagnostic program uses the API-GPIB(WDM) for USB functions. If the diagnostic program works properly, other applications should also work properly. If you have a problem, recheck your program taking note of the following points. -
Page 35: Connecting To An External Device
Connecting to an External Device This section describes how to connect the product to an external device with a cable. — 35 —... -
Page 36: Connecting To An External Device
— — Connecting to an External Device GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 1. Connecting to an External Device 1. Notes on GPIB cable connection The GPIB has restrictions on the number of devices connected and the cable length according to the standard. - Page 37 — Connecting to an External Device GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual Unplug the cable from any device which is left off for some reason such as a fault. When powering the measurement system, turn on the measuring instrument first and then on the PC.
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Page 38: Software
Software This section describes GPIB communication driver for Windows developed by CONTEC and CONTEC Device Utility. — 38 —... -
Page 39: Application Development
Diagnostic programs. API-GPLV(W32) API-GPLV(W32) is a driver created according to the National Instruments Corporation’s GPIB function style. The driver is software to control the CONTEC GPIB board using a LabVIEW-based GPIB system or existing application program. — 39 —... -
Page 40: For Using Api-Gpib(Wdm) For Usb
* The sample program folder differs if you changed the install folder. 3. Running a Sample Program From the Start Menu on the Windows taskbar, go to "Programs” – “CONTEC API-GPIB(WDM) for API-USBP(WDM)" and select the sample programs. Sample Programs - Examples Master ... -
Page 41: Uninstalling The Driver Software
Uninstall of Device Driver Refer to "Uninstall of device driver" (page46). Uninstall of Development Environment Use [Control Panel] - [Programs and Features] to uninstall the development environment. Select [CONTEC API-USBP(WDM) GPIB Communication Develop] and then click [Uninstall]. — 41 —... -
Page 42: For Using Api-Gpib(98/Pc)
* The sample program folder differs if you changed the install folder. 3. Running a Sample Program From the Start Menu on the Windows taskbar, go to "Programs” – “CONTEC API-GPIB(98/PC) for API-PAC(W32)" and select the sample programs. Sample Programs - Examples Master ... -
Page 43: Uninstalling The Driver Software
Uninstall of Runtime Environment Use [Control Panel] - [Programs and Features] to uninstall the development environment. Select [CONTEC API-GPIB(98/PC)NT VerX.XX (Runtime)] and then click [Uninstall]. Uninstall of Development Environment Use [Control Panel] - [Programs and Features] to uninstall the development environment. -
Page 44: For Using Api-Gplv(W32)
* The sample program folder differs if you changed the install folder. 3. Running a Sample Program From the Start Menu on the Windows taskbar, go to "Programs” – “CONTEC API-GPLV(W32) for API-PAC(W32)" and select the sample programs. Sample Programs - Examples GpibTest ... -
Page 45: Uninstalling Driver Software
Uninstall of Runtime Environment Use [Control Panel] - [Programs and Features] to uninstall the runtime environment. Select [CONTEC API- GPLV(W32) VerX.XX (Runtime)] and then click [Uninstall]. Uninstall of Development Environment Use [Control Panel] - [Programs and Features] to uninstall the development environment. -
Page 46: Uninstall Of Device Driver
Refer to the help file for detailed uninstalling procedure per OS. Use [Control Panel] - [Programs and Features] to uninstall the development environment. Select [Windows driver package - CONTEC (CGpib) Contec] and then click [Uninstall/Change]. After the uninstallation described above has been completed, select [CONTEC API-GPIB(WDM) driver] and then click [Uninstall]. -
Page 47: Contec Device Utility
Software GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 6. CONTEC Device Utility CONTEC Device Utility is utility software to setup the CONTEC's measuring control device. Use this software to update firmware of the product. 1. Updating Firmware Firmware is namely software which is embedded in the product. Up-to-date firmware (update file) will be supplied in the CONTEC website when function upgrades and so on. - Page 48 — Software GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual Start up the Utility. Start up CONTEC Device Utility. (The utility can be found in Utility folder of API-GPIB(WDM) for USB driver.) Write firmware Select GPIB-USB-TYPE1 from the list, and perform updating firmware. Remove the product.
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Page 49: Functions
Functions This section describes the features achieved by combining hardware and driver functions. — 49 —... -
Page 50: Basic Gpib Function
— — Functions GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 1. Basic GPIB Function Master/Slave function The converter can be used as either the master (controller) or slave, depending on a setting in the property page. When used as the master, the converter can send IFC (Interface Clear) at any timing and control the REN (Remote Enable) line. -
Page 51: Additional Functions
— — Functions GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 2. Additional Functions Communication using FIFO memory The product can use FIFO memory for communication. As the product controls this form of communication, it can be performed at high speed irrelevant to the PC’s CPU speed. -
Page 52: Appendix
Appendix This section lists the specifications and the physical dimensions of the product. — 52 —... -
Page 53: Hardware Specification
— — Appendix GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 1. Hardware Specification Function Specifications Item Specification GPIB The number of channels 1 channel Conforms to IEEE-488.1, 488.2(GPIB)standards Transfer format 8-bit parallel, 3-wire handshake system Transfer rate 1.5Mbyte/sec Data buffer size 2Kbyte send, 2Kbyte receive Signal logic Negative logic L level : 0.8V or less, H level : 2.0V or more... - Page 54 — — Appendix GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual IEEE-488.1, IEEE-488.2(GPIB) standard complied The list of support functions Code Function Source handshake functions Acceptor handshake functions Basic talker, serial polling, MLA talker release Basic listener MTA listener release No extended talker functions No extended listener functions...
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Page 55: Physical Dimensions
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Page 56: Differences Between Gpib-Fl2-Usb And Gp-Ib(Usb)Fl
3. Differences between GPIB-FL2-USB and GP-IB(USB)FL Applications developed with GP-IB(USB)FL can be used in GPIB-FL2-USB as the GPIB-FL2-USB is API- compatible with the GP-IB(USB)FL. Some differences between the two are listed below, however, there are no changes in the electrical specifications. -
Page 57: Customer Support And Inquiry
Customer Support and Inquiry CONTEC provides the following support services for you to use CONTEC products more efficiently and comfortably. — 57 —... -
Page 58: Services
— — Customer Support and Inquiry GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual 1. Services CONTEC offers the useful information including product manuals that can be downloaded through the CONTEC website. Download https://www.contec.com/download/ You can download updated driver software, firmware, and differential manuals in several languages. Membership registration (myCONTEC) is required to use the services. - Page 59 — — Customer Support and Inquiry GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual Revision History MONTH YEAR Summary of Changes January 2019 The First Edition — 59 —...
- Page 60 CONTEC CO., LTD. 3-9-31, Himesato, Nishiyodogawa-ku, Osaka 555-0025, Japan https://www.contec.com/ No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written consent of CONTEC CO., LTD. GPIB-FL2-USB Reference Manual NA06336 (LYWE561) [01282019]...