Connecting the Data Lines

The DigiView data cable has 18 data lines and 2 grounds (or 9 data lines and 1 ground on some models).  These are partitioned into 2 identical groups. Each group has a ground and 9 data signals.  The leads are color-coded.  Black is ground, brown is the first data signal, red is the second data signal  and so on in standard resistor color-code order. Additional groups of signals follow the same pattern.

The images below show the physical layout of the cable, data line definitions and color codes on various models.  This figure is available by clicking the PINOUT button in the "Edit Triggers & Signals" window (selected from the CONFIG menu). This opens a non-modal window so you can leave it open while you work if desired.

The data cable is made of high quality, extremely flexible wire and high quality connectors. It is expensive, so please remember to pull on the connectors; not the wires.

The connectors are designed to mate to .025 square posts and can be side-stacked on 100mil centers, making them ideal for direct connection to standard square post connectors.  Additionally, they mate firmly with the included micro-grabber hooks for connecting to IC leads.

DigiView Models DV3100 and DV3200 are designed for signals in the -20 to 20V range and Model DV3400 is designed for signals in the -50 to 50V range.  Standard overshoots and undershoots common to digital systems will not harm it. The data lines have extra static protection circuits, current limits and impulse suppression.  However, mishandling could still damage them.  Simply treat them like you (should) treat your valuable one-of-a-kind target and DigiView will give you years of service.