Using the NI GPIB-Serial Converter Wizard

Using the NI GPIB-Serial Converter Wizard

The NI GPIB-Serial Converter Wizard allows you to modify the GPIB-RS232/485/422 configuration or update the GPIB-RS232/485/422 firmware. Prior to modifying the configuration or updating the firmware, the NI GPIB-Serial Converter Wizard must locate your GPIB-RS232/485/422. The following topics explain basic operation of the NI GPIB-Serial Converter Wizard and locating the GPIB-RS232/485/422.

Prior to launching the NI GPIB-Serial Converter Wizard, be sure the GPIB-Serial Software is installed on your computer. Refer to Getting Started with the GPIB-RS232/485/422 for more details.

Launching the NI GPIB-Serial Converter Wizard

Connecting the GPIB-RS232/485/422

No Interfaces Connected

Selecting an Interface

Locating the GPIB-RS232/485/422

Error Locating the GPIB-RS232/485/422

Incompatible Firmware Version

Selecting an Action

Using the NI GPIB-Serial Converter Wizard to Configure the GPIB-RS232/485/422

Configuration of S Mode

Configuration of G Mode

Configuration of D Mode

Configuration of C Mode

Verifying Settings

Applying Settings

Update Failed

Using the NI GPIB-Serial Converter Wizard to Update the GPIB-RS232/485/422 Firmware

Incompatible Firmware Image

File Error

Confirm Firmware

Updating Firmware

Update Failed

Using the GPIB-RS232/485/422 After Running the NI GPIB-Serial Converter Wizard