Pfeiffer Vacuum Instrument Driver Readme

To rate this instrument driver, go to the driver download page on the Pfeiffer Vacuum homepage.

1. Overview

Instrument Driver Technology: LabVIEW Plug and Play (project-style)
Manufacturer: Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH
Supported Language(s): LabView 2009
Supported Model(s): Pfeiffer Vacuum Maxi Gauge (TPG 256).

Model(s) Tested: Pfeiffer Vacuum Maxi Gauge.
Interface(s): Serial (RS232).
Firmware Revision(s) Tested: Pfeiffer Vacuum Maxi Gauge

Certified: No
NI Supported: No
Source Code Available: Yes

Driver Revision: 3.01
Original Release Date: 08.11.2004
Current Revision Date: 21.07.2010

2. Required Software

Some software components need to be installed before using this instrument driver. The minimum versions of these components are listed below, and can be downloaded from the Download Site.

VISA 4.4 or later

LabView 2009 or later

Refer to the LabVIEW Help for more information about software requirements. You access the LabVIEW Help by selecting Help»Search the LabVIEW Help.

3. Known Issues

To report issues or provide feedback about this instrument driver, please send an email to frank.pfeifer@pfeiffer-vacuum.de.

4. Revision History

The latest version of this and other LabVIEW drivers can be downloaded at the Pfeiffer Vacuum homepage.

REV history:

- 08.11.2004 V2.00 VI´s changed

- 18.05.2010 V3.00 project-style with complete new cable connections

- 21.07.2010 V3.01 VI MaxiGauge-Get pressure,status.vi : modified display “pressure” out

For more information :

Frank Pfeifer

Mailto: Frank.Pfeifer@pfeiffer-vacuum.de

Tel.: +49 (0)6441 802 637

Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH

Berlinerstr: 43

D-35614 Asslar