WHY HP 8656B Controller
A modern Windows application for comprehensive remote control of the HP 8656B RF Signal Generator via GPIB (HP-IB).
Features include frequency and RF level control, AM/FM modulation, stepping functions, instrument memories, automated sweeps, presets, and command logging.
Developed in VB.NET with a modern graphical interface and NI-488.2 support.
GPIB Driver Requirement
The National Instruments NI-488.2 driver must be installed on the computer for GPIB communication with the HP 8656B.
NI-488.2 provides the required Windows drivers and support for NI GPIB interfaces.
Download NI-488.2 from National Instruments:
NI-488.2 official download page
Current version: v0.1.8 BETA
why-hp8656b-controller-0-1-8.zip
Hardware testing has confirmed that the functions tested so far are working correctly. Further testing is ongoing.
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