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Operation of this hardware in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference. Users are required to correct the interference at their own expense or cease operation of the hardware. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by National Instruments could void the user’s right to operate the hardware under the local regulatory rules.
Getting Started This chapter describes the key features of the PXIe-1066DC chassis and lists the kit contents and optional equipment you can order from National Instruments. Unpacking Carefully inspect the shipping container and the chassis for damage. Check for visible damage to the metal work.
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Chapter 1 Getting Started redundant power supplies and fans designed to maximize system availability. The PXIe-1066DC chassis fully complies with the PXI-5 PXI Express Hardware Specification, offering advanced timing and synchronization features. The key features of the PXIe-1066DC chassis include the following: High Performance for Instrumentation Requirements •...
Fan Speed Selector Switch Power Supply Handle Inhibit Mode Selector Switch Optional Equipment Contact National Instruments to order the following options for the PXIe-1066DC chassis. EMC Filler Panels Optional EMC filler panel kits are available from National Instruments. Rack Mount Kit There are two optional kits for mounting the PXIe-1066DC chassis into a rack.
Chapter 1 Getting Started Hybrid Peripheral Slots The chassis provides four hybrid peripheral slots as defined by the PXI-5 PXI Express Hardware Specification: slot 7 and slots 11 to 13. A hybrid peripheral slot can accept the following peripheral modules: •...
Chapter 1 Getting Started PXI Local Bus The PXI backplane local bus is a daisy-chained bus that connects each peripheral slot with adjacent peripheral slots to the left and right, as shown in Figure 1-4. The backplane routes the full 13-line PXI Local Bus between adjacent PXI slots (slots 2 to 6 and 15 to 18) and PXI Local Bus 6 between all other slots.
Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX). Dynamic routing of triggers (automatic line assignments) is supported through certain National Instruments drivers like NI-DAQmx. Although any trigger line may be routed in either direction, it cannot be Note routed in more than one direction at a time.
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Chapter 1 Getting Started An independent buffer drives PXIe_SYNC100 to the PXI Express peripheral slots, hybrid peripheral slots, and system timing slot. Refer to Figure 1-5 for the routing configuration of PXIe_SYNC100. The differential pair must be terminated on the peripheral with LVPECL termination for the buffer to drive PXIe_SYNC100 so that when there is no peripheral or a peripheral that does not connect to PXIe_SYNC100, there is no SYNC100 signal being driven on the pair to that slot.
Chapter 1 Getting Started PXIe_SYNC_CTRL PXIe_SYNC100 is by default a 10 ns pulse synchronous to PXI_CLK10. The frequency of PXIe_SYNC100 is 10/n MHz, where n is a positive integer. The default for n is 1, giving PXIe_SYNC100 a 100 ns period. However, the backplane allows n to be programmed to other integers.
Part Replacement—Only service this equipment with parts that are exact replacements, • both electrically and mechanically. Contact National Instruments for replacement part information. Installation of parts with those that are not direct replacements may cause harm to personnel operating the chassis. Furthermore, damage or fire may occur if replacement parts are unsuitable.
Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration Chassis Cooling Considerations The PXIe-1066DC chassis is designed to operate on a bench or in an instrument rack. Regardless of the configuration you must provide the cooling clearances as outlined in the following sections. Providing Adequate Clearance Apertures in the top, bottom, and rear of the chassis facilitate power supply and module cooling.
Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration Figure 2-2. PXIe-1066DC Vents Ambient Temperature Sensor Air Exhaust Vent Air Intake Vents Airflow Chassis Ambient Temperature Definition The chassis fan control system uses the intake air temperature as the input for controlling fan speeds when in Auto Fan Speed mode. Because of this, the chassis ambient temperature is defined as the temperature of the air just outside of the fan intake vents on the bottom of the chassis.
The chassis ships with an PXIe-1066DC power cord. The cord is a 3 m, three-conductor, 18 AWG cord that requires custom termination. Figure 2-4 shows the cord connector pinout. You can order an additional or replacement cord from National Instruments, part number 782108-01.
Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration Installing a PXI Express System Controller This section contains general installation instructions for installing a PXI Express system controller in a PXIe-1066DC chassis. Refer to your PXI Express system controller user manual for specific instructions and warnings. To install a system controller, complete the following steps: Ensure that the chassis is properly grounded to protect it from electrical damage while you install the system controller.
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Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration This section contains general installation instructions for installing a peripheral module in a PXIe-1066DC chassis. Refer to your peripheral module user manual for specific instructions and warnings. To install a module, complete the following steps: Ensure that the chassis is properly grounded to protect it from electrical damage while you install the module.
Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration The Ethernet connector has two LEDs that indicate the current status of the Ethernet link. Table 2-1 describes the behavior of these LEDs. Table 2-1. Ethernet LED Behavior State Description ACT/Link Link is not established. Steady green Link is established.
Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration Each chassis fan assembly has an LED that shows the current health of that fan. Table 2-3 describes the chassis fan LED behavior. Table 2-3. Chassis Fan LED Behavior State Description Individual Fan Status Fan is not enabled. Steady green Fan is operating normally.
Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration Figure 2-9. Multichassis Configuration in MAX PXI-1 System Configuration Launch MAX. In the Configuration tree, click the Devices and Interfaces branch to expand it. If the PXI system controller has not yet been configured, it is labeled PXI System (Unidentified).
Dynamic reservation/routing/deallocation is on the fly within a user program based upon National Instruments APIs such as NI-DAQmx. Static reservation of trigger lines can be implemented by the user in MAX through the Triggers tab. Reserved trigger lines will not be used by PXI modules dynamically configured by programs such as NI-DAQmx.
Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration Using System Configuration and Initialization Files The PXI Express specification allows many combinations of PXI Express chassis and system modules. To assist system integrators, the manufacturers of PXI Express chassis and system modules must document the capabilities of their products. The minimum documentation .ini requirements are contained in files, which consist of ASCII text.
Chapter 3 Maintenance Exterior Cleaning Clean the exterior surfaces of the chassis with a dry lint-free cloth or a soft-bristle brush. If any dirt remains, wipe with a cloth moistened in a mild soap solution. Remove any soap residue by wiping with a cloth moistened with clear water.
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Chapter 3 Maintenance If access to the rear of the chassis is not available, you still can remove the power supplies by removing the entire power drawer from the chassis. The power drawer is shown in Figure 3-2. Figure 3-2. PXIe-1066DC Power Drawer Captive Screw Power Drawer Lever Side Latch...
Chapter 3 Maintenance Before handling the power supply, allow the fan to stop spinning. Caution Place the drawer on a table surface to install the power supply. Slide the power supply into an empty slot with the connector facing toward the chassis until it engages.
Chapter 3 Maintenance Installation Ensure there is no visible damage to the new fan assembly before installing it. Verify that there is no foreign material inside the connector on the new fan assembly. The fans for this chassis are redundant and hot swappable. You can install any fan with main DC power connected to the system.
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Appendix A Specifications Backplane slot current capacity Slot +5 V V(I/O) +3.3 V +12 V -12 V System Controller Slot 15 A — 15 A 30 A — System Timing Slot — — — Hybrid Peripheral Slot with — PXI-1 Peripheral Hybrid Peripheral Slot with —...
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Appendix A Specifications Relative humidity range........5 to 95%, noncondensing (Tested in accordance with IEC 60068-2-56.) Shock and Vibration Operational shock ..........30 g peak, half-sine, 11 ms pulse (Tested in accordance with IEC 60068-2-27. Meets MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 limits.) Random Vibration Operating ..........5 to 500 Hz, 0.3 g Nonoperating ..........5 to 500 Hz, 2.4 g (Tested in accordance with IEC 60068-2-64.
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Appendix A Specifications PXI Star Trigger Maximum slot-to-slot skew ......250 ps Backplane characteristic impedance ....65 Ω ±10% System Timing Slot For PXI slot to PXI Star mapping refer to the section of Note Getting Started. Chapter 1, For other specifications refer to the PXI-1 Hardware Specification. PXI Differential Star Triggers (PXIe-DSTARA, PXIe-DSTARB, PXIe-DSTARC) Maximum slot-to-slot skew ......150 ps...
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NI Services National Instruments provides global services and support as part of our commitment to your success. Take advantage of product services in addition to training and certification programs that meet your needs during each phase of the application life cycle; from planning and development through deployment and ongoing maintenance.
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Appendix C NI Services Training and Certification—The NI training and certification program is the most • effective way to increase application development proficiency and productivity. Visit ni.com/training for more information. – The Skills Guide assists you in identifying the proficiency requirements of your current application and gives you options for obtaining those skills consistent with ni.com/ your time and budget constraints and personal learning preferences.
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Glossary backplane An assembly, typically a printed circuit board, with connectors and signal paths that bus the connector pins. Bayonet Neill Concelman connector; a commonly used coaxial connector. Celsius. Cubic feet per minute. Code of Federal Regulations. Centimeters. CompactPCI An adaptation of the Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Specification 2.1 or later for industrial and/or embedded applications requiring a more robust mechanical form factor than desktop PCI.
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Glossary Inches. inhibit To turn off. jitter A measure of the small, rapid variations in clock transition times from their nominal regular intervals. Units: seconds RMS. Kilograms. Kilometers. Pounds. Light emitting diode. line regulation The maximum steady-state percentage that a DC voltage output will change as a result of a specified change in input AC voltage (step change from 90 to 132 VAC or 180 to 264 VAC).
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Glossary system reference A 10 MHz clock, also called PXI_CLK10, that is distributed to clock all peripheral slots in the chassis, as well as a BNC connector on the rear of chassis labeled 10 MHz REF OUT. The system reference clock can be used for synchronization of multiple modules in a measurement or control system.
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