The instrument is optionally available with an additional voltage input for sensors with integral Piezotron® electronics. Interfaces for automating measurement tasks Measurement tasks are easily automated, thanks to the standard RS-232C interface and the optional IEEE-488 interface. The package includes the necessary PC software and VIs (virtual instruments) for LabVIEW®. Where necessary, the device firmware can quickly be up-dated to the latest version using the flash-loader supplied, a software program able to run under Microsoft Windows®. Automated measurement tasks with LabVIEW ®