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NI cRIO-9066 Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI cRIO-9066
Embedded Real-Time Controller with Reconfigurable FPGA for C
Series Modules
This document describes how to begin using the NI cRIO-9066.
Safety Guidelines
Caution
Product misuse can result in a hazard. You can compromise the safety protection
built into the product if the product is damaged in any way. If the product is
damaged, return it to NI for repair.
Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations
The cRIO-9066 is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4 hazardous
locations; Class I, Zone 2, AEx nA IIC T4 and Ex nA IIC T4 hazardous locations; and
nonhazardous locations only. Follow these guidelines if you are installing the cRIO-9066 in a
potentially explosive environment. Not following these guidelines may result in serious injury
or death.
Do not operate the cRIO-9066 in a manner not specified in this document.

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  • Page 1 Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations The cRIO-9066 is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4 hazardous locations; Class I, Zone 2, AEx nA IIC T4 and Ex nA IIC T4 hazardous locations; and nonhazardous locations only.

  • Page 2: Special Conditions For Hazardous Locations Use In Europe And Internationally

    Special Conditions for Hazardous Locations Use in Europe and Internationally The cRIO-9066 has been evaluated as Ex nA IIC T4 Gc equipment under DEMKO Certificate No. 12 ATEX 1202658X and is IECEx UL 14.0089X certified. Each device is marked 3G and is suitable for use in Zone 2 hazardous locations, in ambient temperatures of -20 °C ≤...

  • Page 3: Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines

    In addition, take precautions when designing, selecting, and installing measurement probes and cables to ensure that the desired EMC performance is attained. Preparing the Environment Ensure that the environment in which you are using the cRIO-9066 meets the following specifications. Operating temperature -20 °C to 55 °C...

  • Page 4: Unpacking The Kit

    2. USB A-to-B Cable 4. Getting Started Guide Installing Software on the Host Computer Before using the cRIO-9066, you must install the following application software and device drivers on the host computer in this order: LabVIEW 2014 or later LabVIEW Real-Time Module 2014 or later...

  • Page 5: Installing C Series Modules

    Complete the following steps to install a C Series module. Verify that power is not connected to the I/O connector(s) on the C Series module. If the system is in a nonhazardous location, the cRIO-9066 can be powered on when you install modules.
  • Page 6 6. Power Connector 3. RS-232 Serial Port 7. RESET Button 4. RJ-45 Ethernet Port 1 Connecting the cRIO-9066 to Ground You must connect the cRIO-9066 grounding terminal to the grounding electrode system of the facility. What to Use • Ring lug •...
  • Page 7 Connecting the cRIO-9066 to Power The cRIO-9066 requires a 9 V to 30 V external power supply. The cRIO-9066 filters and regulates the supplied power and provides power for the C Series modules. The cRIO-9066 has one layer of reverse-voltage protection.
  • Page 8 Power on the power supply. Powering On the cRIO-9066 When you power on the cRIO-9066 for the first time, the device boots into safe mode. The POWER LED illuminates, the STATUS LED illuminates briefly, and then the STATUS LED blinks twice every few seconds.

  • Page 9: Setting A System Password

    The default username for the cRIO-9066 is . There is no default admin password for the cRIO-9066, so you must leave the password field blank when logging in until you set a system password. Right-click your system and select Web Configuration.
  • Page 10 Select NI Scan Engine from the software add-ons. Select any additional software to install. If you plan on using the cRIO-9066 with the LabVIEW FPGA Module, you can click Next. Click NI Scan Engine if you plan on using the cRIO-9066 without the LabVIEW FPGA Module.

  • Page 11: Verify The System Ip Configuration

    Set a new DHCP connection by holding the RESET button down for 5 seconds. The STATUS LED repeats the same behavior from Step If the cRIO-9066 fails to set a new DHCP address, it assigns itself a link-local IP address. If the DHCP connection is successful and appropriate for your application, skip to Step In MAX, expand your system under Remote Systems.

  • Page 12: Status Led Indicators

    Table 4. STATUS LED Indicators LED Pattern Indication Blinks twice and The cRIO-9066 is in safe mode. Software is not installed, which is the pauses factory default state, or software has been improperly installed on the cRIO-9066. An error can occur when an attempt to upgrade the software is interrupted.

  • Page 13: Where To Go Next

    Worldwide Support and Services The NI website is your complete resource for technical support. At ni.com/support, you have access to everything from troubleshooting and application development self-help resources to email and phone assistance from NI Application Engineers. NI cRIO-9066 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 13...
  • Page 14 . You can find information about end-user license agreements (EULAs) ni.com/patents and third-party legal notices in the readme file for your NI product. Refer to the Export Compliance Information at ni.com/ for the NI global trade compliance policy and how to obtain relevant HTS codes, ECCNs, and other legal/export-compliance import/export data.

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