Mxi-express x4 multisystem extension interface for pci express, compactpci express, and pxi express bus systems (16 pages)
Summary of Contents for National Instruments TPC-2006
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TPC-2006 User Manual TPC-2006 User Manual July 2007 372050B-01 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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Warranty The TPC-2006 is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of shipment, as evidenced by receipts or other documentation. National Instruments will, at its option, repair or replace equipment that proves to be defective during the warranty period.
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These classes are known as Class A (for use in industrial-commercial locations only) or Class B (for use in residential or commercial locations). All National Instruments (NI) products are FCC Class A products. Depending on where it is operated, this Class A product could be subject to restrictions in the FCC rules. (In Canada, the Department of Communications (DOC), of Industry Canada, regulates wireless interference in much the same way.) Digital...
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Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: » The » symbol leads you through nested menu items and dialog box options to a final action. The sequence File»Page Setup»Options directs you to pull down the File menu, select the Page Setup item, and select Options from the last dialog box.
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Specifications Appendix B Watchdog Timer Programming Appendix C Fuse Replacement Appendix D Pin Assignments Appendix E Technical Support and Professional Services Index TPC-2006 User Manual viii ni.com Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
RS232 and RS485 serial, Ethernet, and USB ports. • Windows CE Support—An optional Windows CE operating system specifically for the TPC-2006 is available for Windows CE application program builders. • JVM Support—The TPC-2006 is powered by JVM, which is compatible with PersonalJava 1.2.
6 COM1 (RS232) Figure 1-1. I/O Ports Arrangement Storage The TPC-2006 includes two storage methods: an onboard 64 MB NAND flash and a CompactFlash card. The system boot sequence is: • If no CompactFlash card is installed, the system automatically boots from the onboard NAND flash.
This chapter includes setup information for the TPC-2006. Important Safety Information Before setting up the TPC-2006, read these safety instructions carefully. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.
The protection this equipment provides may be impaired if it is used in a manner not described in this manual. Setup Follow these steps to set up the TPC-2006: Unpack the TPC-2006. Be sure your kit includes the following items: • The TPC-2006 HMI •...
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+ – Figure 2-1. Power Connector Connect the power connector to the power receptor on the TPC-2006. The power receptor pin assignment is shown in Figure 2-2. – + Figure 2-2. Power Receptor and Pin Assignment Power on the system.
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Insert the screws included in the accessory pack into the clamps. To fasten the TPC-2006 to the panel, tighten the screws so they push against the mounting panel. The mounting panel thickness should be less than 6 mm (0.236 in.).
Display Settings Use the display settings to control the backlight brightness and screen saver, which automatically turns off the screen when the TPC-2006 is not in use for a designated time period. Follow these steps to set the display properties: Select Start»Settings»Control Panel»Display to access the Display...
Chapter 3 System Configuration Beep Settings In Windows CE .NET, you can set the TPC-2006 to beep when you touch the touchscreen. Follow these steps to enable or disable this function: Select Start»Settings»Control Panel»Volume & Sounds to access the Volume and Sounds Properties window.
Windows CE .NET on the TPC-2006 includes a soft keyboard. On boot, a small keyboard icon appears in the status bar. Tap this icon with the stylus to activate or hide the soft keyboard.
Click Add to add a file to the startup. Click Delete to remove a file from the startup. TPC-2006 User Manual ni.com Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
Utilities menu to avoid accidentally selecting a submenu item. ActiveSync ActiveSync synchronizes data and monitors the connection between the TPC-2006 and host computer. By default, ActiveSync executes automatically when you use it to establish a connection to a target device. Registry Editor Use Registry Editor to view, edit, enter, delete, or save registry data.
) on a remote host desktop. Also, you cerhost.exe must run Remote Display Application on the TPC-2006. In the CE Remote Display window, click Connect and enter the hostname or IP address. After successfully establishing the connection, you can see the TPC-2006 display and control it from the host machine.
Iesamples.exe -f blank. Networking Networking Via Ethernet Follow these steps to configure the TPC-2006 Ethernet port: Note Be sure you are connected to a LAN before booting the system. Note The data transfer buffer size per package via Ethernet is about 20,000.
Chapter 4 Windows CE .NET Networking Via the Serial Port This section explains how to set up the connection between the TPC-2006 and a host PC via ActiveSync. ActiveSync Setup Follow these steps to set up ActiveSync: Insert the TPC series support CD into the host PC CD-ROM.
USB port. To do this, you must install ActiveSync on the host computer. Then use a USB cable to connect the client and host USB ports. Be sure the TPC-2006 PC connection setting is USB Socket Default (the default setting). Then follow the steps above to connect the TPC-2006 and host automatically.
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The fuse is set to break if the input voltage exceeds 33 VDC. Environment Operating temperature ......0 to 50 °C Storage temperature ........–20 to 70 °C TPC-2006 User Manual ni.com Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) EU Customers At the end of their life cycle, all products must be sent to a WEEE recycling center. For more information about WEEE recycling centers and National Instruments WEEE initiatives, visit ni.com/environment/weee.htm RoHS...
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Watchdog Timer Programming Windows CE includes a watchdog timer for the TPC-2006. You can access the timer through the WIN32 API. The TPC-2006 includes a WDT driver, WDT1:, for enabling/disabling the watchdog timer. You must open this driver before using the resources, and then use the DeviceIOControl function to enable/disable the watchdog timer.
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WDT driver automatically triggers itself after the specified period, and your application does not need to trigger the watchdog timer. • : unused lpInBuffer • : unused nInBufferSize TPC-2006 User Manual ni.com Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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Pin 9 No Connection COM Port Setting The TPC-2006 includes three COM ports: RS232 (COM1 and COM2), and 4-wire RS232 (COM3) or RS485 (COM4). COM3 and COM4 share the same DB9 connector, which you can set through the software. TPC-2006 User Manual ni.com...
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Technical Support and Professional Services Visit the following sections of the National Instruments Web site at for technical support and professional services: ni.com • Support—Online technical support resources at ni.com/support include the following: – Self-Help Resources—For answers and solutions, visit the...
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Misc tab, 4-2 Network tab, 4-2 watchdog, 4-2 TPC utilities, 4-1 TPC Version Information, 4-4 training and certification (NI resources), E-1 troubleshooting (NI resources), E-1 TPC-2006 User Manual ni.com Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...
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