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PXI-1033 User Manual
PXI-1033 User Manual
October 2019
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  • Page 1 PXI-1033 User Manual PXI-1033 User Manual October 2019 371991D-01...
  • Page 2 11500 North Mopac Expressway Austin, Texas 78759-3504 USA Tel: 512 683 0100 For further support information, refer to the NI Services appendix. To comment on NI documentation, refer to the NI website at and enter the Info Code ni.com/info feedback © 2006–2019 National Instruments. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 National Instruments Corporation. National Instruments respects the intellectual property of others, and we ask our users to do the same. NI software is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. Where NI software may be used to reproduce software or other materials belonging to others, you may use NI software only to reproduce materials that you may reproduce in accordance with the terms of any applicable license or other legal restriction.
  • Page 4 ™ The ExpressCard word mark and logos are owned by PCMCIA and any use of such marks by National Instruments is under license. The mark LabWindows is used under a license from Microsoft Corporation. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
  • Page 5 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.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Installing an NI ExpressCard Module ..............2-5 Installing an NI PCI Express Host Card ..............2-6 Cabling........................2-8 Powering Up the MXI-Express System..............2-9 Powering Down the MXI-Express System............... 2-9 Checking LEDs for Status ..................2-10 © National Instruments | vii...
  • Page 7 Contents Functional Overview......................2-11 MXI-Express Cable Options..................... 2-11 Installing PXI Modules ..................... 2-12 PXI System Configuration with MAX ................2-13 Basic PXI System Configuration ................2-13 Trigger Configuration in MAX................. 2-14 Using System Configuration and Initialization Files............2-15 Chapter 3 Maintenance Service Interval .........................

  • Page 8: About This Manual

    • PXI Software Specification • IEEE 1101.1-1991, IEEE Standard for Mechanical Core Specifications for Microcomputers Using IEC 603-2 Connectors • IEEE 1101.10, IEEE Standard for Additional Mechanical Specifications for Microcomputers Using IEEE 1101.1 Equipment Practice © National Instruments | ix...

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter describes the key features of the PXI-1033 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.

  • Page 10: Key Features

    JIS C8303 If you are missing any of the items listed in Table 1-1, or if you have the incorrect AC power cable, contact National Instruments. Key Features The PXI-1033 combines a 5-slot PXI backplane with a structural design that has been optimized for maximum usability in a wide range of applications.
  • Page 11 Generic Peripheral Slots Figure 1-2. Rear View of the PXI-1033 Chassis Rear Exhaust Vents Chassis Ground Screw AC Input Auto/High Fan Speed Selector Switch Power Supply Fan Exhaust Rubber Foot NI MXI-Express Chassis Controller Connector © National Instruments | 1-3...

  • Page 12: Optional Equipment

    A rack mount kit option is available for mounting the PXI-1033 chassis into a 19 in. instrument cabinet. Handle/Feet Kit An optional side handle and rubber feet kit is available from National Instruments to provide a handle for portability. 1-4 | ni.com...

  • Page 13: Pxi-1033 Backplane Overview

    The star trigger slot can also be used to provide a PXI_CLK10 signal to the backplane. For more information regarding PXI_CLK10, refer to the System Reference Clock section. Peripheral Slots There are five peripheral slots, including the star trigger slot. © National Instruments | 1-5...

  • Page 14: Local Bus

    Chapter 1 Getting Started 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 (refer to Figure 1-4). For example, the right local bus of slot 2 connects to the left local bus of slot 3, and so on. The left local bus signal lines on slot 2 are used for star trigger.

  • Page 15: Trigger Bus

    PXI_CLK10_IN pin on the P2 connector of the star trigger slot. Refer to Table A-2, P2 (J2) Connector Pinout for the Star Trigger Slot. You must manually switch S1 on the chassis backplane to enable or disable routing an external clock to peripheral slots. © National Instruments | 1-7...

  • Page 16: Installation And Configuration

    • 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.

  • Page 17: Chassis Cooling Considerations

    Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration Chassis Cooling Considerations The chassis is designed to operate on a bench or in an instrument rack. Determine how you want to use the chassis and follow the appropriate installation instructions. Providing Adequate Clearance Apertures in the top, bottom, front, rear, and along the right side of the chassis facilitate power supply and module cooling.

  • Page 18: Setting Fan Speed

    Chassis, to locate the AC inlet. The power switch allows you to power on the chassis or place it in standby mode. Press the power switch to the On position (if not already on). Observe that all fans become operational. © National Instruments | 2-3...

  • Page 19: Getting Started With The System

    Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration Getting Started With The System To set up and use your MXI-Express cards, you need the following: • One NI MXI-Express x1 host card (PCI Express or ExpressCard) and one PXI-1033 • A MXI-Express x1 cable •...

  • Page 20: Installing An Ni Expresscard Module

    PXI system. Otherwise, the PXI system is detected when you start your computer. Figure 2-5 shows how to insert the NI ExpressCard module and connect the cable. Figure 2-2. Installing the NI ExpressCard Module MXI-Express Cable ExpressCard Slot Portable Computer © National Instruments | 2-5...

  • Page 21: Installing An Ni Pci Express Host Card

    Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration Installing an NI PCI Express Host Card The following steps detail the process of installing an NI PCI Express host card. Refer to Figure 2-3 to assist you in completing this procedure. Power off your computer, but leave it plugged in while installing the NI PCI Express host card.
  • Page 22 PXI-1033 User Manual Figure 2-3. Installing the NI PCI Express Host Card NI PCI Express Host Card PCI Express Slot PCI Express x1 Card-Edge Connector © National Instruments | 2-7...

  • Page 23: Cabling

    Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration Figure 2-4 shows the cable connection with which a PCI Express host card controls the PXI-1033 chassis. Figure 2-4. NI PCI Express Host Card Cable Connection PXI-1033 Chassis MXI-Express Cable Connector NI MXI-Express Chassis Controller Connector Cabling Connect the appropriate MXI-Express cable to the NI PCI Express card and PXI-1033 chassis.

  • Page 24: Powering Up The Mxi-Express System

    PC is powered off. Powering off the expansion chassis while the host is still on can cause crashes or hangs. The order in which expansion chassis are powered off, relative to each other, is not important. © National Instruments | 2-9...

  • Page 25: Checking Leds For Status

    Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration Checking LEDs for Status After powering on the PXI-1033 chassis you should check the LEDs for status to ensure that all connected systems have linked. The following table defines the LED states. Table 2-1. LED Status for the PXI-1033 Chassis Color Meaning No power...

  • Page 26: Functional Overview

    The link can transmit at a rate of 2.5 Gbps in each direction simultaneously. MXI-Express Cable Options MXI-Express is available with cables of various lengths. Table 2-2 shows the cables available from National Instruments. Table 2-2. National Instruments MXI-Express Cables Cable Length (Meters) Description MXI-Express copper cable...

  • Page 27: Installing Pxi Modules

    Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration Installing PXI Modules Complete the following steps to install a module. Make sure the power switch is in the Off (Standby) position. Install a module into a chassis slot by first placing the module card edges into the front module guides (top and bottom), as shown in Figure 2-5.

  • Page 28: Pxi System Configuration With Max

    If the PXI system controller has not yet been configured, it will be labeled PXI System . Right-click this entry to display the context menu and then select the (Unidentified) appropriate controller model from the Identify As submenu. © National Instruments | 2-13...

  • Page 29: Trigger Configuration In Max

    Dynamic reservation/routing/deallocation is performed 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.

  • Page 30: Using System Configuration And Initialization Files

    System controllers from National Instruments use MAX to generate the pxisys.ini file from the file. pxisys.ini chassis.ini...

  • Page 31: Maintenance

    Always disconnect the AC power cable before cleaning or servicing the Caution chassis. Cleaning procedures consist of exterior and interior cleaning of the chassis and cleaning the fan filter. Refer to your module user documentation for information on cleaning individual CompactPCI or PXI modules. © National Instruments | 3-1...

  • Page 32: Interior Cleaning

    Chapter 3 Maintenance Interior Cleaning Use a dry, low-velocity stream of air to clean the interior of the chassis. Use a soft-bristle brush for cleaning around components. Exterior Cleaning Avoid getting moisture inside the chassis during exterior cleaning, Cautions especially through the top vents. Use just enough moisture to dampen the cloth. Do not wash the front- or rear-panel connectors or switches.

  • Page 33: Appendix A Pinouts

    Table A-2 shows the P2 (J2) Connector Pinout for the star trigger slot. Table A-3 shows the P1 (J1) Connector Pinout for the peripheral slots. Table A-4 shows the P2 (J2) Connector Pinout for the peripheral slots. PXI signals are shown in bold. Note © National Instruments | A-1...
  • Page 34 Appendix A Pinouts Table A-1. P1 (J1) Connector Pinout for the Star Trigger Slot REQ64# ENUM# 3.3V AD[1] V(I/O) AD[0] ACK64# 3.3V AD[4] AD[3] AD[2] AD[7] 3.3V AD[6] AD[5] 3.3V AD[9] AD[8] M66EN C/BE[0]# AD[12] V(I/O) AD[11] AD[10] 3.3V AD[15] AD[14] AD[13] SERR#...
  • Page 35 PXI_TRIG4 PXI_TRIG5 PXI_TRIG6 PXI_TRIG2 PXI_CLK10_IN PXI_CLK10 PXI_TRIG1 PXI_TRIG0 PXI_TRIG7 GND PXI_BRSVA15 GND PXI_STAR6 PXI_LBR6 V(I/O) V(I/O) V(I/O) V(I/O) V(I/O) V(I/O) PXI_BRSVB4 RSV PXI_LBR7 PXI_LBR8 PXI_LBR9 PXI_LBR10 PXI_LBR11 PXI_LBR12 PXI_STAR7 PXI_STAR8 PXI_STAR9 PXI_STAR10 PXI_STAR11 PXI_STAR12 GND © National Instruments | A-3...
  • Page 36 Appendix A Pinouts Table A-3. P1 (J1) Connector Pinout for the Generic Peripheral Slot REQ64# ENUM# 3.3V AD[1] V(I/O) AD[0] ACK64# 3.3V AD[4] AD[3] AD[2] AD[7] 3.3V AD[6] AD[5] 3.3V AD[9] AD[8] M66EN C/BE[0]# AD[12] V(I/O) AD[11] AD[10] 3.3V AD[15] AD[14] AD[13] SERR#...
  • Page 37 PXI_LBL5 PXI_TRIG3 PXI_TRIG4 PXI_TRIG5 PXI_TRIG6 PXI_TRIG2 PXI_STAR PXI_CLK10 PXI_TRIG1 PXI_TRIG0 PXI_TRIG7 GND PXI_BRSVA15 GND PXI_LBL6 PXI_LBR6 V(I/O) V(I/O) V(I/O) V(I/O) V(I/O) V(I/O) 64EN# PXI_LBR7 PXI_LBR8 PXI_LBR9 PXI_LBR10 PXI_LBR11 PXI_LBR12 PXI_LBL7 PXI_LBL8 PXI_LBL9 PXI_LBL10 PXI_LBL11 PXI_LBL12 © National Instruments | A-5...
  • Page 38 • System Integration—If you have time constraints, limited in-house technical resources, or other project challenges, National Instruments Alliance Partner members can help. To learn more, call your local NI office or visit ni.com/alliance © National Instruments | B-1...
  • Page 39 Appendix B NI Services • Training and Certification—The NI training and certification program is the most effective way to increase application development proficiency and productivity. Visit for more information. ni.com/training – The Skills Guide assists you in identifying the proficiency requirements of your current application and gives you options for obtaining those skills consistent with your time and budget constraints and personal learning preferences.
  • Page 40 2-2 setting fan speed, 2-2 site considerations, 2-1 testing power up, 2-3 documentation unpacking, 1-1 conventions used in manual, ix interoperability with CompactPCI, 1-5 related documentation, x key features, 1-2 EMC filler panel kit, 1-4 © National Instruments | I-1...
  • Page 41 Index power cables (table), 1-2 power switch, 2-3 local bus power up, testing, 2-3 routing (figure), 1-6 PXI subsystem star trigger and local bus routing (figure), maintenance of PXI-1033, 3-1 PXI_CLK10, 1-6 cleaning PXI_CLK10_IN pin, 1-7 exterior cleaning, 3-2 PXI-1033 fan filter, 3-2 backplane interior cleaning, 3-1...
  • Page 42 P1 (J1) connector pinouts (table), A-2 P2 (J2) connector pinouts (table), A-3 star trigger and local bus routing (figure), system reference clock, 1-6 testing power up, 2-3 trigger bus, 1-6 unpacking the MXI-Express host card, 2-4 unpacking, overview, 1-1 © National Instruments | I-3...

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