Ametek / VTI Instruments / VXI Technology VT6065-4 4-Channel Serial Interface Module

The Ametek/VTI Instruments/VXI Technology VT6065-4 is a single-slot C-size VXI module delivering 4 independent serial communication channels for instrument control and data acquisition in VXIbus-based test systems. Each channel supports RS-232, RS-422, RS-423, and RS-485 protocols - selectable via software without hardware modification - enabling flexible integration with diverse peripherals and devices across baud rates from 1.7 baud to 125 kbaud.

Technical Specifications

• Module Type: 4-Channel Serial Interface Module


• VXIbus Compatibility: C-size, Message-based, Revision 1.4


• Serial Protocols: RS-232, RS-422, RS-423, RS-485 (software-configurable per channel)


• Baud Rate: Programmable 1.7 baud to 125 kbaud; rates up to 38,400 baud supported without dead time


• Memory: 512 kB transmit/receive, user-allocatable across channels


• Data Length: Programmable


• Parity: None, odd, even, or mark selectable


• Stop Bits: Programmable


• Handshaking: XON/XOFF (software) or RTS/CTS (hardware), selectable per channel


• Control Lines: Data Terminal Ready (DTR) and Data Set Ready (DSR)


• Power Supply: +5 V


• Physical: Single-slot C-size, 2.20 lb (1 kg)

Key Features

• Per-channel loopback self-test at line driver/receiver level under program control


• SCPI-compliant device-dependent commands for standardized instrument communication


• Non-volatile memory storage for configuration profiles


• Independent channel operation with flexible memory allocation

Typical Applications

• Multi-device serial instrument control in automated test environments


• Data acquisition from RS-232/422/423/485 peripherals


• Legacy equipment integration within modern VXI test frameworks

Compatibility & Integration Full VXIbus platform compatibility with VXIplug&play driver support and SCPI command set compliance.