The TB-2708 is a terminal block assembly consisting of nine SMB connectors and a 14-pin I/O connector. The terminal block assembly connects directly to the front panel of National Instruments PXI-6115 and PXI-6120 devices, eliminating the need for an external cable.
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To connect the terminal block to the PXI module I/O connector, refer to Figure 2 as you complete the following steps: Caution Do not force the terminal block when inserting it into or removing it from the PXI module I/O connector. Signal Descriptions Figure 3 shows the front panel of the TB-2708, and Figure 4 shows the TB-2708 block diagram.
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Measuring Floating Signals You can use the TB-2708 to measure floating and ground-referenced analog input signals. To measure floating signal sources, move the switch located under the rubber-sealed door on the enclosure cover for the AI channel you are using to the ON (floating source) switch position. In the floating source switch position, the amplifier negative terminal connects to ground through a 5 kΩ...
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Table 4 lists the National Instruments cables available for connecting the TB-2708 to both analog and digital user signals. SMB-100, SMB Female to BNC Female Coaxial, 50 Ω SMB110, SMB to BNC Male Coaxial, 50 Ω 14-Pos MFIT-Pigtail Cable Assembly NI TB-2708 Installation Guide Table 3.
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