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National Instruments CVS-1459RT Getting Started Manual

Usb3 vision compact vision system with reconfigurable i/o
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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI CVS-1459RT
USB3 Vision Compact Vision System with Reconfigurable I/O
The NI CVS-1459RT is a real-time, compact vision system that acquires, processes, and displays
images from USB3 Vision cameras. This document explains how to install and configure the
NI CVS-1459RT.
Contents
Required Components .............................................................................................................. 2
Optional Equipment.......................................................................................................... 2
Software Options .............................................................................................................. 3
Safety Information .................................................................................................................... 3
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines .............................................................................. 4
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 5
Installing Vision Builder AI ............................................................................................. 5
Installing the Vision Development Module...................................................................... 5
Configuring the Hardware ........................................................................................................ 6
Wiring Power to the NI CVS-1459RT ............................................................................. 8
Connecting the System Power Supply...................................................................... 8
Connecting the Isolated Outputs Power Supply ....................................................... 8
Connecting USB3 Vision Cameras .................................................................................. 9
Connecting to the Development Computer ...................................................................... 9
Direct Connection..................................................................................................... 9
Network Connection................................................................................................. 9
Installing Software on the NI CVS-1459RT ............................................................................ 10
Configuring the Device in NI Vision Builder AI ............................................................. 10
Configuring the Device in NI MAX................................................................................. 10
Acquiring an Image .................................................................................................................. 11
Acquiring an Image in Vision Builder AI ........................................................................ 11
Acquiring an Image in MAX............................................................................................ 11
Digital I/O................................................................................................................................. 12
Where to Go Next..................................................................................................................... 14
Additional Resources for Vision Builder AI Users .......................................................... 14
Additional Resources for LabVIEW Users ...................................................................... 14
Worldwide Support and Services ............................................................................................. 15

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    NI CVS-1459RT USB3 Vision Compact Vision System with Reconfigurable I/O The NI CVS-1459RT is a real-time, compact vision system that acquires, processes, and displays images from USB3 Vision cameras. This document explains how to install and configure the NI CVS-1459RT.

  • Page 2: Required Components

    Required Components The following items are necessary to set up and use the NI CVS-1459RT:  NI CVS-1459RT device  One or two USB3 Vision cameras  One USB 3.0 cable per USB3 Vision camera  One CAT 5 10/100Base-TX, CAT 5e, or CAT 6 1000Base-T Ethernet cable to connect the device to the development computer or to a network.

  • Page 3: Software Options

    NI-IMAQ I/O 14.0 or later driver software, included with NI Vision Acquisition Software August 2014—NI-IMAQ I/O is required to use the default personality of the NI CVS-1459RT in LabVIEW, or to reconfigure the default personality of the NI CVS-1459RT I/O in the LabVIEW FPGA Module.

  • Page 4: Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines

    Furthermore, any changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by National Instruments could void your authority to operate it under your local regulatory rules. To ensure the specified EMC performance, operate this product only with Caution shielded cables and accessories. 4 | ni.com | NI CVS-1459RT Getting Started Guide...

  • Page 5: Installing The Software

    All Programs»National Instruments»LabVIEW. LabVIEW FPGA Module—It is only necessary to install the LabVIEW FPGA Module if you want to reconfigure the default personality of the NI CVS-1459RT I/O. Refer to the LabVIEW FPGA Module Release and Upgrade Notes for installation instructions and information about getting started with the LabVIEW FPGA Module.

  • Page 6: Configuring The Hardware

    Remove the NI CVS-1459RT from the package and inspect the system for damage. Notify National Instruments if the system appears damaged in any way. Do not use a damaged system. Ensure that the AC input to the external power supply is disconnected before plugging in or unplugging any connector.
  • Page 7 Figure 2. NI CVS-1459RT Front Panel Connectors NI CVS-1459RT Compact Vision System RESET VGA Connector RJ45 Network Port RJ50 Serial Port USB3 Vision Ports USB 2.0 Ports 44-pin Digital I/O Connector NI CVS-1459RT Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 7...

  • Page 8: Wiring Power To The Ni Cvs-1459Rt

    0.2 to 0.25 N · m (1.8 to 2.2 lb · in.) of torque. Install the power connector plug into the SYSTEM power receptacle on the NI CVS-1459RT chassis and tighten the connector screws to 0.4 N · m (3.5 lb · in.) of torque.

  • Page 9: Connecting Usb3 Vision Cameras

    NI CVS-1459RT. Connect a USB3 Vision cable to a USB3 Vision camera. Connect the other end of the cable to the NI CVS-1459RT Port 0. Repeat these steps for Port 1 if you are connecting two cameras.

  • Page 10: Installing Software On The Ni Cvs-1459Rt

    Installing Software on the NI CVS-1459RT Configure the NI CVS-1459RT in NI Vision Builder AI or NI MAX. If you use LabVIEW as your application development environment, you must use MAX to configure the device. Configuring the Device in NI Vision Builder AI Complete the following steps to configure the device in Vision Builder AI.

  • Page 11: Acquiring An Image

    Acquiring an Image To ensure the NI CVS-1459RT is functioning properly, acquire a test image. Acquiring an Image in Vision Builder AI Complete the following steps to acquire an image in Vision Builder AI. Launch Vision Builder AI. Select the NI CVS-1459RT from the list of available targets.

  • Page 12: Digital I/O

    Digital I/O The 44-pin Digital I/O port on the NI CVS-1459RT offers 8 isolated inputs, 8 isolated outputs, 2 bidirectional differential I/O (RS-422) or single-ended input lines which can be used with a quadrature encoder, and 8 bidirectional TTL lines. The Digital I/O port can be connected to any appropriate shielded device or connector block using a shielded cable.
  • Page 13 Table 1. Pin Location and Definition for the NI CVS-1459RT Digital I/O (Continued) Location Number Signal Description Digital ground reference for TTL and differential I/O Diff 1- Bidirectional RS-422 I/O (negative side), or quadrature encoder phase B- Isolated power voltage reference output...

  • Page 14: Where To Go Next

    Where to Go Next The following documents and resources contain information you may find helpful as you use the NI CVS-1459RT in an application. Refer to the National Instruments Product Manuals Library for the most recent versions of product documentation.

  • Page 15: Worldwide Support And Services

    National Instruments corporate headquarters is located at 11500 North Mopac Expressway, Austin, Texas, 78759-3504. National Instruments also has offices located around the world. For telephone support in the United States, create your service request at or dial ni.com/support...
  • Page 16 NI product. Refer to the Export Compliance Information at ni.com/legal/export-compliance for the National Instruments global trade compliance policy and how to obtain relevant HTS codes, ECCNs, and other import/export data. NI MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES AS TO THE ACCURACY OF THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY ERRORS.

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