National Instruments PXI-4110 Getting Started Manual

National Instruments PXI-4110 Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI DC Power Supplies
This document explains how to install, configure, and test an NI PXI-4110
DC power supply. For detailed information about the features and
programming options specific to the power supply, refer to the
NI DC Power Supplies Help at Start»All Programs»National
Instruments»NI-DCPower»Documentation.
Refer to the specifications document included with the power supply for
additional safety and EMC information. Current specifications are available
at
ni.com/manuals
NI-DCPower instrument driver software.
Contents
Conventions ...............................................................................................2
1. Verifying the System Requirements ......................................................3
2. Unpacking ..............................................................................................3
3. Verifying the Kit Contents.....................................................................4
Optional Item .....................................................................................4
4. Installing the Software ...........................................................................4
Choosing and Installing Your ADE...................................................4
Installing NI-DCPower ......................................................................5
5. Installing the Hardware..........................................................................5
Uninstalling the NI PXI-4110............................................................6
6. Configuring and Testing in MAX..........................................................7
7. Connecting Signals ................................................................................8
Connecting Auxiliary Power .............................................................11
8. Programming the NI PXI-4110..............................................................12
NI-DCPower Test Panel ....................................................................12
NI-DCPower Instrument Driver ........................................................12
NI-DCPower Examples .....................................................................12
Troubleshooting .........................................................................................12
Where to Go for Support ...........................................................................13
January 2007
371638C-01
. Visit
ni.com/idnet
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    GETTING STARTED GUIDE NI DC Power Supplies This document explains how to install, configure, and test an NI PXI-4110 DC power supply. For detailed information about the features and programming options specific to the power supply, refer to the NI DC Power Supplies Help at Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-DCPower»Documentation.
  • Page 2: Conventions

    Conventions The following conventions are used in this guide: <> Angle brackets that contain numbers separated by an ellipsis represent a range of values associated with a bit or signal name—for example, AO <3..0>. » The » symbol leads you through nested menu items and dialog box options to a final action.
  • Page 3: Verifying The System Requirements

    Notify NI if the device appears damaged in any way. Do not install a damaged device in your computer or chassis. Store the device in the antistatic package when the device is not in use. © National Instruments Corporation NI DC Power Supplies Getting Started Guide...
  • Page 4: Verifying The Kit Contents

    3. Verifying the Kit Contents To set up and use the NI PXI-4110, you need the following items, which are contained in the shipping kit: ❑ NI PXI-4110 hardware module ❑ 6-position, 3.81 mm MINI-COMBICON connector with backshell for connecting to output channels ❑...
  • Page 5: Installing Ni-Dcpower

    Note hardware. To prevent damage due to ESD or contamination, handle Caution the NI PXI-4110 using the metal bracket or edges. Refer to the Read Me First: Safety and Radio-Frequency Interference document for more information. © National Instruments Corporation NI DC Power Supplies Getting Started Guide...
  • Page 6: Uninstalling The Ni Pxi-4110

    To install the NI PXI-4110, refer to Figure 1 and complete the following steps. 1 PXI Chassis 2 NI PXI-4110 3 Captive Screws 4 Ejector Handle Figure 1. PXI Installation Make sure the PXI chassis is powered off before installing Caution the module.
  • Page 7: Configuring And Testing In Max

    To avoid ESD, do not touch the exposed connector pins or any exposed circuitry on the module. When not in use, store the NI PXI-4110 in its antistatic envelope to avoid damage.
  • Page 8: Connecting Signals

    Documentation before connecting signals. Failure to observe the specified maximum signal ratings can cause shock, a fire hazard, or damage to the devices connected to the NI PXI-4110. NI is not liable for any damage or injuries resulting from incorrect signal connections.
  • Page 9 NI PXI-4110 Programmable DC Power Supply OUTPUT –20 OUTPUTS 1A MAX AUX POWER INPUT 11-15.5 5A MAX T 6,3A L 250V 5-20 mm Figure 2. NI PXI-4110 Front Panel © National Instruments Corporation NI DC Power Supplies Getting Started Guide...
  • Page 10 Table 1. NI PXI-4110 Front Panel Connections Label Item Description Output Connector, Terminal 0 Channel 0 (0 V to +6 V) Output Connector, Terminal 1 Output Connector, Terminal 2 Channel 1 (0 V to +20 V) Output Connector, Terminal 3...
  • Page 11: Connecting Auxiliary Power

    To gain full output power of the two isolated channels (0 V to +20 V and 0 V to –20 V) on the NI PXI-4110, you must connect an auxiliary power source to the auxiliary power input connector of the NI PXI-4110, as illustrated in Figure 3.
  • Page 12: Programming The Ni Pxi-4110

    8. Programming the NI PXI-4110 You can program the NI PXI-4110 with the NI-DCPower Test Panel or the NI-DCPower instrument driver. The NI-DCPower examples demonstrate the functionality of the NI PXI-4110. NI-DCPower Test Panel Use the NI-DCPower Test Panel to test the basic functionality of the power supply and to become familiar with its operation.
  • Page 13: Where To Go For Support

    Where to Go for Support The National Instruments Web site is your complete resource for technical support. At you have access to everything from ni.com/support troubleshooting and application development self-help resources to email and phone assistance from NI Application Engineers.
  • Page 14 National Instruments, NI, ni.com, and LabVIEW are trademarks of National Instruments Corporation. Refer to the Terms of Use section on ni.com/legal for more information about National Instruments trademarks. Other product and company names mentioned herein are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies. For patents covering National Instruments products, refer to the appropriate location: Help»Patents in your software, the patents.txt file on your CD, or ni.com/patents .

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