Hi All,
I usually write small programs using Borland C++ Builder v3.0 (very old) to control instruments connected to GPIB port. For that, all I have to include in my software is the #include "ni488.h" and to link "BorlandC_gpib-32.obj".
I would like now to be able to use remote control of instruments via the ethernet port. From what I read, I believe the port or the communication type is called VXI. Ideally, I am looking for a library to include in my projects that is similar to ni488. If nothing is available for Borland C++ Builder v.3.0, then maybe for Borland C++ Builder v5.0 or v6.0? Or, if none of these are available, maybe some simple code for Visual Studio (Basic, C++ or C#) that allows me to send the command *IDN? and get the answer from an instrument? I have NI Visa, IVI and all the rest installed.
I know that nowadays there is a multitude of drivers written by manufacturers, but I prefer to make my own mistakes in processing strings rather than using a million of complex functions :)
Regards,
Nick