National Instruments Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) Interface Device NI PCIe-8231 Quick Start Manual
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NI PCIe-8231 Quick Start Guide
What You Need to Get Started
Safety Information
Caution
The following paragraphs contain important safety information you must follow
when installing and operating the device.
The NI PCIe-8231 is a Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) interface device for PCI
Express. The following sections describe how to install and configure the
NI PCIe-8231.
You need the following items to set up and use the NI PCIe-8231.
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NI Vision Acquisition Software 8.2.1 or later
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NI Vision Acquisition Software Release Notes
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NI PCIe-8231 GigE interface device
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Computer running Windows 2000/XP with at least one PCIe slot
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GigE Vision Camera
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Ethernet cable
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Optional software packages and documentation:
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NI Vision Development Module
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NI Vision Builder for Automated Inspection
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LabVIEW
™
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LabWindows
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Microsoft Visual Basic
Do not operate the device in a manner not specified in the documentation.
Misuse of the device may result in a hazard and may compromise the safety
protection built into the device. If the device is damaged, turn it off and do
™
/CVI
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Page 1: What You Need To Get Started
NI PCIe-8231 Quick Start Guide The NI PCIe-8231 is a Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) interface device for PCI Express. The following sections describe how to install and configure the NI PCIe-8231. What You Need to Get Started You need the following items to set up and use the NI PCIe-8231. ❑... - Page 2 If necessary, return the device to National Instruments for repair. Keep away from live circuits. Do not remove equipment covers or shields unless you are trained to do so. If signal wires are connected to the device, hazardous voltages can exist even when the equipment is turned off.
- Page 3 National Instruments measurement products may be classified as either Caution Measurement Category I or II. Operate products at or below the Measurement Category level specified in the hardware specifications. Measurement Category voltages are connected during measurement or test. Measurement Category establishes standardized impulse withstand voltage levels that commonly occur in electrical distribution systems.
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Page 4: Installation
Never touch the exposed pins of connectors. Remove the device from the package and inspect it for loose components or any other signs of damage. Notify National Instruments if the device appears damaged in any way. Do not install a damaged device in the computer. - Page 5 Check that the bracket of the NI PCIe-8231 lines up with the hole in the back panel Note rail of the computer chassis. © National Instruments Corporation Touch a metal part of the computer to discharge any static electricity that might be on your clothes or body.
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Page 6: Specifications
After you have installed the NI PCIe-8231 and powered on your computer, Windows will recognize the device and assign resources to it. Use Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX), the National Instruments configuration utility, to configure a GigE Vision compliant camera connected to the NI PCIe-8231 for acquisition. -
Page 7: Pci Express Interface
Safety The NI PCIe-8231 is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of safety: • • © National Instruments Corporation IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-01 UL 60950-1, CSA 60950-1 pairs of Category 5 cable 375 mA at 3.3 V = 1.24 W... -
Page 8: Electromagnetic Compatibility
Electromagnetic Compatibility The NI PCIe-8231 is designed to meet the requirements of the following EMC Standards: • • • • • • • • • CE Compliance The NI PCIe-8231 meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives, as amended for CE marking, as follows: •... -
Page 9: Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment (Weee)
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) At the end of their life cycle, all products must be sent to a WEEE recycling EU Customers center. For more information about WEEE recycling centers and National Instruments WEEE initiatives, visit © National Instruments Corporation ni.com/environment/weee.htm... -
Page 10: Where To Go For Support
Where to Go for Support The National Instruments Web site is your complete resource for technical support. At troubleshooting and application development self-help resources to email and phone assistance from NI Application Engineers. A Declaration of Conformity (DoC) is our claim of compliance with the Council of the European Communities using the manufacturer’s... - Page 11 Instruments trademarks. Other product and company names mentioned herein are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies. For patents covering National Instruments products, refer to the appropriate location: Help»Patents in your software, the patents.txt file on your CD, or ni.com/patents.
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