Register-Level Programming; Optional Equipment; Unpacking - National Instruments Corporation DAQCard-500 User Manual

Introduction

Register-Level Programming

The final option for programming any National Instruments DAQ hardware is to write register-
level software. Writing register-level programming software can be very time-consuming and
inefficient and is not recommended for most users.
Even if you are an experienced register-level programmer, consider using NI-DAQ, LabVIEW,
or LabWindows/CVI to program your National Instruments DAQ hardware. Using the NI-DAQ,
LabVIEW, or LabWindows/CVI software is as easy and as flexible as register-level
programming and can save weeks of development time.

Optional Equipment

Listed below are some of the optional accessories that work with the DAQCard-500. New
accessories are always being added to our product family. See your National Instruments catalog
or call the National Instruments office nearest you for more information about optional
equipment.
• PR27-30F I/O connector with .5 m or 1 m connector cable
• CB-27 I/O connector block

Unpacking

The DAQCard-500 is shipped in an antistatic vinyl case; when you are not using the
DAQCard-500, you should store it in this case. Because the DAQCard-500 is enclosed in a fully
shielded case, no additional electrostatic precautions are necessary. However, for your own
safety and to protect the DAQCard-500, never attempt to touch the pins of the connectors.
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