Connecting The Signals - National Instruments SCXI-1338 Installation Manual

Connecting the Signals

Note Refer to the
connecting or disconnecting any signal wires.
When connecting your signals to the SCXI-1338, follow the labeling on the
SCXI-1338 for the appropriate module, as indicated in Figure 1.
To connect the signal to the terminal block, perform the following steps,
referring to Figures 1 and 2 as necessary:
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Safety Information section before removing equipment covers or
Unscrew the top cover screws and remove the top cover.
Loosen the strain-relief screws and remove the strain-relief bar.
Run the signal wires through the strain-relief opening. You can add
insulation or padding, if necessary.
Prepare your signal wire by stripping the insulation no more
than 7 mm.
Connect the wires to the screw terminals by inserting the stripped end
of the wire fully into the terminal. No bare wire should extend past the
screw terminal. Exposed wire increases the risk of a short circuit and
equipment failure.
Tighten the screws to a torque of 5–7 in.-lb.
Connect safety earth ground to the safety ground lug. Refer to the
Safety Information section for connection information.
Reinstall the strain-relief bar and tighten the strain-relief screws.
Reinstall the top cover and tighten the top cover screws.
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