National instruments analog input module operating instructions and specifications (37 pages)
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS NI 9403 32-Channel, TTL Digital Input/Output Module Français Deutsch ni.com/manuals...
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This document describes how to use the National Instruments 9403 and includes specifications and pin assignments for the NI 9403. Visit ni.com/info which software you need for the modules you are using. For information about installing, configuring, and programming the system, refer to the system documentation.
Touching this component may result in bodily injury. Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations The NI 9403 is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4 hazardous locations; Class I, Zone 2, AEx nA IIC T4, and Ex nA IIC T4 hazardous locations;...
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II 3G and is suitable for use in Zone 2 hazardous locations. If you are using the NI 9403 in Gas Group IIC hazardous locations or in ambient temperatures of –40 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 70 °C, you must use the device in an NI chassis that has been evaluated as EEx nC IIC T4, Ex nA IIC T4, or Ex nL IIC T4 equipment.
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Connecting the NI 9403 The NI 9403 has a 37-pin DSUB connector that provides connections for the 32 digital input/output channels. Figure 1. NI 9403 Pin Assignments NI 9403 Operating Instructions and Specifications DIO0 DIO16 DIO1 DIO17 DIO2 DIO18 DIO3...
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NI 9403. Dev 1 +5 V Dev 2 +5 V Dev 3 Figure 2. Connecting Digital Devices to the NI 9403 NI 9403 Operating Instructions and Specifications DIO0 as Input TTL Signal DIO1 as Input DIO2 as Output NI 9403 ni.com...
The overcurrent protection allows only a specified amount of current through the output channels to protect the NI 9403 from short circuits. If the NI 9403 goes into an overcurrent state, the module sets all the DIO channels to high impedance for approximately 280 milliseconds.
The following specifications are typical for the range –40 to 70 °C unless otherwise noted. All voltages are relative to COM unless otherwise noted. Input/Output Characteristics Number of channels... 32 DIO channels Input/output type... TTL, single-ended Default power-on line direction ... Input NI 9403 Operating Instructions and Specifications ni.com...
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Channel-to-channel skew is the amount of time between the first output signal updating and the last output signal updating. NI 9403 Operating Instructions and Specifications ... 10 ns min ... 60 ns min ... 330 ns max ...
Sleep mode ... 25 μW max Physical Characteristics If you need to clean the module, wipe it with a dry towel. Weight... 150 g (5.3 oz) NI 9403 Operating Instructions and Specifications Bellcore Issue 2, Method 1, Case 3, Limited Part Stress Method...
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Do not connect the NI 9403 to signals or use for Caution measurements within Measurement Categories II, III, or IV. Safety Standards This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following...
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Europe (DEMKO)... Ex nA IIC T4 Environmental National Instruments C Series modules are intended for indoor use only but may be used outdoors if installed in a suitable enclosure. Refer to the manual for the chassis you are using for more information about meeting these specifications.
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