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CHAPTER
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INTRODUCTION
HELP
CONTENTS
9
Overview……………………………ii
VXIplug&play ……………………ii
HP TestSpan
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3 Command Modules, External and VXI Embedded
Test, and Others
AND WIRING
11 INTERCONNECT
Terminal Blocks and Mass Interconnect Systems,
Connector Blocks, and Cables
TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES
12 DEVELOPMENT
VXI Development Mainframe, VME Analyzer,
Breadboards, and Adapters
13 APPLICATION-FOCUSED PRODUCTS
General Purpose, Automotive, and
Telecommunications
SUPPORT, AND CHANNEL PARTNERS
14 SERVICE,
Custom Services, Hardware and Software Support,
VXI Training, and HP Channel Partners
Controllers, System Disk Modules
4 INTERFACES
Controller Interfaces to VXI: HP-IB, VXLink,
15 APPENDIX
A-1
A-2
A-3
B
C
D
MXIbus, RS-232/422, LAN, PCMCIA
MAINFRAMES
5 Mainframes (B- and C-size) and Rack Cabinets
MEASUREMENT
6 A/D Converters (Digitizers), Oscilloscopes,
Multimeters, Counters, Analyzers
Module Power and Cooling Information
Instrument Driver and Module Information
Environmental Specifications
VXI System Configuration Topics
Typical System Speeds
VXI Tutorial Information Including VXIplug&play
WARRANTY
16 INDEXES/
Subject Index
Model Number Index
Warranty
AND AMPLIFIERS
7 SOURCES
Arbitrary Function (Waveform) Generators,
ADVERTISING
Distribution Amplifiers, and D/A Converters
8
DIGITAL
Pattern Input/Output, Digital Input/Output,
and Digital Input/Interrupt
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CONTENTS
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New Products ……………………x
page contains links to allLiterature
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SYSTEM SELECTION
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VXI MODULES
10 APPLICATION-SPECIFIC
Avionics and Engine Test, Automotive Electronics
Applications ………………………v
HP Services ………………………viii
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2.0 1
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Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 2.02
Enhanced ➤ HP VEE (Visual Engineering Environment).....................HP 2110C/11D/12D/17D/20C/20D ........ 2.04
➤ HP BASIC for Windows.....................................................HP E2060B............................................ 2.09
➤ HP TestExec SL Software.................................................HP E1074A............................................ 2.10
➤ I/O Libraries for Instrument Control (VXIplug&play).....HP E2091D, E2094D............................. 2.11
C-SCPI (Compiled SCPI) ...................................................HP E1571B/72B, E1581B/82B............... 2.13
I-SCPI (Interpreted SCPI)............................................................................................................... 2.13
SOFTWARE
Instrument Control and Languages
Installation Software
HP VIC (VXI Installation Consultant)............................................................................................ 2.14
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HP E2060B
2.0 9
HP Foundations Supported
2
HP BASIC for Windows brings the
power and ease of use of the popular
HP BASIC (also known as Rocky
Mountain Basic®) to the PC and the
Microsoft Windows operating system.
It’s the solution you need for your
Windows environment today—with the
long-term commitment you need to
carry you beyond tomorrow.
Multi-Platform Compatibility
Like other HP BASIC language systems, HP BASIC for Windows is compatible with all other platforms, so you
can develop a program on your workstation and port it to your PC. An internal program editor checks syntax as
you write the program. Trace tools provide a line-by-line log of executed
statements and variable changes as the
program runs. With HP BASIC for
Windows, you can store a library of
subroutines—in various languages—
for re-use, calling them as needed.
Powerful Graphics
2
None
Programs From Other
HP BASIC Platforms
Move programs developed on other
HP BASIC platforms to HP BASIC for
Windows (in the SAVE format) to save
your investment in software development. HP BASIC for Windows includes
utilities to help you move your program and data files from LIF-formatted
floppy disks.
Command Differences
Differences between HP BASIC for
Windows Command and other
HP BASIC platforms include:
• File name specifiers and other differences imposed by the PC environment
• TRANSFER is not supported
For More Information
HP E2060B Technical Data Sheet,
HP pub. no. 5964-0369
For information about the HP BASIC
for Windows demonstration included
hi CD li k h
Memory Required:
4 MB of free disk space
4 MB of system RAM, 8 MB recommended
I/O Cards Supported
HP-IB (IEEE-488):
HP 82335A/B, HP 82340B, HP 82341C
National Instruments PC2, PC2A, PC3,
AT-GPIB, and MC-GPIB
TransEra GPIB-900
IOTech GP488, GP488A, Personal 488,
Personal 488/2, and Power488
Serial: Windows compatible serial
interfaces
GPIO: TransEra HM600 GPIO card
SRM: SRM interface is not supported,
however the PC can connect to an SRM/UX
server through normal networking
capabilities
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SOFTWARE
• Compatible with other HP BASIC
platforms
• Easy to learn and use textual
programming language to get your
job done quickly
• Powerful graphic commands to
display data, create quality user
interfaces—includes HP BASIC Plus
• Combines general purpose
programming features with
powerful unified I/O
• Extensive on-line help to get your
questions answered quickly
VXIplug&play
Frameworks Supported
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• Compatible with other HP BASIC
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• Easy to learn and use textual
programming language to get your
job done quickly
• Powerful graphic commands to
display data, create quality user
interfaces—includes HP BASIC Plus
• Combines general purpose
programming features with
powerful unified I/O
• Extensive on-line help to get your
questions answered quickly
HP Foundations Supported
VXIplug&play
Frameworks Supported
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HP BASIC for Windows brings the
power and ease of use of the popular
HP BASIC (also known as Rocky
Mountain Basic®) to the PC and the
Microsoft Windows operating system.
It’s the solution you need for your
Windows environment today—with the
long-term commitment you need to
carry you beyond tomorrow.
Multi-Platform Compatibility
Like other HP BASIC language systems, HP BASIC for Windows is compatible with all other platforms, so you
can develop a program on your workstation and port it to your PC. An internal program editor checks syntax as
you write the program. Trace tools provide a line-by-line log of executed
statements and variable changes as the
program runs. With HP BASIC for
Windows, you can store a library of
subroutines—in various languages—
for re-use, calling them as needed.
Powerful Graphics
Use the powerful graphics of
HP BASIC for Windows to clearly display your data or build high quality
user interfaces for your applications.
HP BASIC Plus is included.
Programs From Other
HP BASIC Platforms
Move programs developed on other
HP BASIC platforms to HP BASIC for
Windows (in the SAVE format) to save
your investment in software development. HP BASIC for Windows includes
utilities to help you move your program and data files from LIF-formatted
floppy disks.
Command Differences
Differences between HP BASIC for
Windows Command and other
HP BASIC platforms include:
• File name specifiers and other differences imposed by the PC environment
• TRANSFER is not supported
For More Information
Memory Required:
4 MB of free disk space
4 MB of system RAM, 8 MB recommended
I/O Cards Supported
HP-IB (IEEE-488):
HP 82335A/B, HP 82340B, HP 82341C
National Instruments PC2, PC2A, PC3,
AT-GPIB, and MC-GPIB
TransEra GPIB-900
IOTech GP488, GP488A, Personal 488,
Personal 488/2, and Power488
Serial: Windows compatible serial
interfaces
GPIO: TransEra HM600 GPIO card
SRM: SRM interface is not supported,
however the PC can connect to an SRM/UX
server through normal networking
capabilities
HP E2060B Technical Data Sheet,
HP pub. no. 5964-0369
For information about the HP BASIC
for Windows demonstration included
on this CD click here.
SPECIFICATIONS
Platform Requirements
Computer: 386/486/Pentium processor
Operating System:
Microsoft DOS 5.0 or later
Microsoft Windows 3.1 or later
(Windows 3.1 requires the use of Win32S,
which is included)
Ordering Information
HP BASIC for Windows .....................HP E2060B
•Upgrade. from a previous
HP BASIC revision............................Opt 0CC
CSUB Utility.........................................HP E2061A
Compiler ..............................................HP E2062A
Note: Includes license-to-use, documentation, security
module, and software on 3.5-in high density disk.
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