National Instruments 321042A-01 Computer Accessories User Manual


 
© National Instruments Corp. ix STD-GPIB for Windows
About This Manual
This manual contains instructions to help you install and configure the National
Instruments STD-GPIB interface board and the NI-488.2 software for Windows. The
interface board is intended for use in a STD/STD32 system. The NI-488.2 software is
intended for use with Windows version 3.1.
This manual assumes that you are already familiar with the Windows operating system.
How to Use the Manual Set
NI-488.2 User
Manual for Windows
Application
Development
and Examples
Getting Started
Manual
Novice
Users
Installation and
Configuration
NI-488.2 Function
Reference
Manual
for
DOS/Windows
Experienced
Users
Function
and Routine
Descriptions
Use this getting started manual to install and configure your STD-GPIB and the NI-488.2
software for Windows.
Use the NI-488.2 User Manual for Windows to learn the basics of GPIB and how to
develop an application program. The manual also contains debugging information and
detailed examples.
Use the NI-488.2 Function Reference Manual for DOS/Windows for specific NI-488
function and NI-488.2 routine information, such as format, parameters, and possible
errors.