The Agilent/Keysight 44788A is an HP-IB controller accessory that extends the control capabilities of the 3852A data acquisition system. It provides localized command and monitoring of HP-IB instruments and peripherals through a dedicated local interface port, eliminating the requirement for external system controllers. The 44788A enables direct management of CS/80 and SS/80 disc drives, printers, and other IEEE-488 instruments while optimizing data throughput across the connected test environment.
Technical Specifications
• Model: 44788A
• Manufacturer: Agilent / Keysight / HP
• Interface: HP-IB (IEEE-488)
• Shipping Weight: Approximately 10 lbs
– Key Features
• Localized HP-IB device control without dedicated external controller
• Direct interface to CS/80 and SS/80 HP-IB disc drives and printers
• Support for multiple HP-IB instruments on a single port
• Designed to increase system data throughput
– Typical Applications
• Integration of mass storage devices within automated test systems
• Centralized printer and peripheral management in measurement environments
• Multi-instrument control in distributed data acquisition setups
• Elimination of standalone controller hardware in compact installations
– Compatibility & Integration
The 44788A is engineered specifically for integration with Agilent/Keysight 3852A data acquisition mainframes. It functions as a peripheral controller within the 3852A architecture, enabling direct HP-IB communication with disc drives, printers, and instrumentation without the overhead of a separate system controller.
