Description
Tektronix VX4730 Digital/Analog Converter Module Operating Manual VXIbus
This is the original printed operating manual for the Tektronix VX4730 12-Channel Digital/Analog Converter Module, a VXIbus-standard DAC instrument module. The manual is published by Tektronix and covers the complete setup, operation, system commands, and programming interface for the VX4730. It is presented in a standard Tektronix 3-ring binder with the characteristic geometric cover design.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: Tektronix
- Model: VX4730
- Module type: 12-Channel Digital/Analog Converter (DAC) Module
- Bus platform: VXIbus (VXI)
- Document type: Operating Manual
- Format: Printed, 3-ring binder
- Language: English
- Sections covered: General Information & Specifications, Preparation for Use, Operation, Programming Examples, Appendices (VXIbus Operation, Input/Output Connections, VXI Glossary, Calculating Module Current, MATE Programming)
- Illustrations include: VX4730 Controls and Indicators, Front Panel layout, Typical Output Channel, Module Installation
- Includes SYSFAIL, Self-Test, and Initialization procedures
- Covers synchronizing multiple instrumentation modules
- Programming examples provided in BASIC
Applications
The Tektronix VX4730 is a VXIbus-format 12-channel digital-to-analog converter module designed for use in VXI-based automated test and measurement systems. VXIbus (VME eXtensions for Instrumentation) is a modular instrumentation standard developed in the late 1980s that allowed multiple instrument modules to share a common chassis, backplane, and controller — enabling tightly integrated automated test systems used in aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and industrial test applications. The VX4730 provides multiple independent analog output channels that can be commanded and synchronized through a VXI system controller, making it well-suited for stimulus generation, analog signal simulation, and automated calibration tasks. This operating manual is an essential reference for engineers integrating the VX4730 into a VXI chassis, writing BASIC or MATE control programs, or performing system maintenance. Original Tektronix manuals for VXI modules remain actively sought by laboratories and test system integrators maintaining legacy VXIbus-based ATE platforms.
This Tektronix VX4730 Digital/Analog Converter Module Operating Manual has been inspected and is in good used condition. The binder is intact and the pages are clean, complete, and fully legible. Normal shelf wear is visible on the cover and binder exterior. All sections are present, including the table of contents, operation, programming examples, VXIbus appendices, and the MATE programming appendix. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Tektronix |
Model: |
VX4730 |
MPN: |
VX4730 |
Type: |
Operating Manual |
SKU: |
49007 |
For Make/Model: |
Tektronix VX4730 Digital/Analog Converter Module |
Document Type: |
Operating Manual |
Language: |
English |
Format: |
Printed, 3-Ring Binder |
Covers: |
Operation, Programming, I/O Connections, MATE Programming |
Platform/Bus: |
VXIbus (VXI) |
Number of Channels: |
12 |
Module Type: |
Digital/Analog Converter (DAC) |
Seller Notes: |
Printed operating manual in 3-ring binder; all pages present and legible. |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Condition: |
Used – Inspected and in Good Condition |
Condition Notes: |
Tektronix VX4730 D/A Converter Module Operating Manual inspected and in good used condition. Binder intact, all pages present and legible, normal shelf wear on cover. Complete with all sections. |
