The HP/Agilent 54650A is a GPIB interface module that adds remote control and data acquisition capabilities to Agilent 54600-series oscilloscopes and select logic analyzers. This IEEE 488.2-compliant module enables full instrument automation, hard-copy output to GPIB-connected printers and plotters, and preserves waveform data through non-volatile storage when power is removed.
## Technical Specifications
• **Interface Standard:** GPIB (IEEE 488.2)
• **Bus Architecture:** Internal connection via rear-panel slot to host instrument; standard GPIB connector for external device communication
• **Microcontroller:** AMD processor (marked 54650-80008)
• **GPIB Adapter:** TMS-9914 GPIB bus adapter
• **Non-Volatile Memory:** Dallas DS1230Y-120 SRAM for waveform storage and HPIB address retention
## Key Features
• Full remote control of connected instruments via GPIB network
• Hard-copy functionality to HP-IB printers and plotters
• Converts two instrument trace memories from volatile to non-volatile, retaining data across power cycles
• GPIB controller or GPIB output device operation modes
• IEEE 488.2 programming support
• Includes operating and programming manual plus programming examples disk
## Typical Applications
• Automated test and measurement workflows requiring remote instrument control
• Unattended data acquisition systems
• Network-based laboratory instrumentation
• Direct waveform archival to networked printers and plotters
## Compatibility & Integration
The 54650A integrates with all Agilent/HP 54600-series oscilloscopes. For Agilent 54620A/C logic analyzers, I/O functions only are supported. The module occupies a rear-panel slot and connects to the instrument’s internal bus without requiring external power connections.
