National Instruments PCI/PXI-781 R Series Getting Started page 2

Getting Started with R Series Multifunction RIO
This document explains how to install and configure National Instruments PCI/PXI-781xR,
PCI/PXI-783xR, PCIe/PXI-784xR, and PCIe/PXI-785xR, referred to collectively as NI 78xxR devices.
This document also contains a tutorial section that demonstrates how to begin taking a measurement
using a LabVIEW FPGA example VI.
NI 78 xx R Required Components
The following items are necessary to set up and use the NI 78xxR:
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The following software packages:
– LabVIEW
– LabVIEW FPGA Module
– NI-RIO device drivers
– (Optional) LabVIEW Real-Time Module
Refer to Step 1. Install Application Software and
support.
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Development computer or PXI/CompactPCI chassis and PXI/CompactPCI embedded controller
running Windows Vista/XP/2000.
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At least one cable and accessory for connecting signals to the NI 78xxR. For a list of applicable
cable and accessory options, refer to the
Figure 1. PCI, PCI Express, and PXI R Series Devices
Connectivity Options
Driver, for information on R Series software
section.