05-23-2012 12:19 PM
I am trying to use the NI USB 6501 to control the shutter from a Spectra-Physics Digital Exposure Controller. The shutter can be controlled using a coaxial cable with a BNC connector. I dot not have much experience with digital outputs. I have connected the "main pin" and ground but after that I could use some help. I have also looked into the write digital channel vi. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Here is the link to the product....http://www.newport.com/Exposure-Control-Instruments-for-Large-Area-Illum/378091/1033/info.aspx
05-23-2012 01:32 PM
Any reason you don't want to use RS232 which is apparently on the instrument?
05-24-2012 08:59 AM
the manual says that a the BNC connecter (J4) controls the shutter. I believe I have it working now tho.