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- Page 1 PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC User Manual PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC User Manual December 2019 371550F-01...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
EMC Filler Panels ....................1-5 Rack Mount Kits....................... 1-5 Handle/Feet Kit......................1-5 DC Power Cable (PXI-1036DC Only) ..............1-6 PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC Backplane Overview ..............1-6 Interoperability with CompactPCI................1-6 System Controller Slot....................1-6 Star Trigger Slot ....................... 1-7 Peripheral Slots......................1-7 Local Bus........................ - Page 7 Contents PXI System Configuration with MAX ................2-9 Basic PXI System Configuration ................2-9 Trigger Configuration in MAX................. 2-10 Using System Configuration and Initialization Files............2-10 Chapter 3 Maintenance DC Fuse Replacement (PXI-1036DC Only) ..............3-1 Service Interval ......................... 3-1 Preparation ........................3-1 Cleaning ..........................
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Page 8: About This Manual
About This Manual The PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC User Manual contains information about installing, configuring, using, and maintaining the PXI-1036 and PXI-1036DC chassis. For PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC specifications, refer to the Note PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC Specifications on ni.com Related Documentation The following documents contain information that you might find helpful as you read this manual: •... -
Page 9: Getting Started
Getting Started This chapter describes the key features of the PXI-1036 and PXI-1036DC chassis, and lists the kiat 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
DC input connector on the rear panel of the chassis. Refer to Figure 1-3 for the location of the DC connector. Key Features The PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC combines a 6-slot PXI backplane with a structural design that has been optimized for maximum usability in a wide range of applications. The key features of the chassis include the following: •... -
Page 11: Chassis Description
Figure 1-2 shows the rear view of the PXI-1036. Figure 1-3 shows the rear panel of the PXI-1036DC. Figure 1-4 shows the bottom of the chassis (both types of chassis will be identical on the bottom). - Page 12 Chapter 1 Getting Started Figure 1-2. Rear View of the PXI-1036 Chassis Rear Exhaust Vents Chassis Ground Screw AC Input AUTO/HIGH Fan Speed Selector Switch Power Supply Fan Exhaust Rubber Foot Figure 1-3. Rear View of the PXI-1036DC Chassis Rear Exhaust Vents...
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Page 13: Optional Equipment
EMC Filler Panels Optional EMC filler panel kits are available from National Instruments. Rack Mount Kits A rack mount kit option is available for mounting the PXI-1036 or PXI-1036DC 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. -
Page 14: Dc Power Cable (Pxi-1036Dc Only)
Getting Started DC Power Cable (PXI-1036DC Only) An optional DC power cable is available from National Instruments to provide power through the DC input connector on the rear panel of the chassis. The DC power cable uses an F30A 500 VDC/600 VAC, 1.5 in. .41 in. (10 mm 38 mm) Midget fast-acting fuse on the positive (+) wire of the cable. -
Page 15: Star Trigger Slot
Initialization software uses the configuration information specific to adjacent peripheral modules to evaluate local bus compatibility. Figure 1-5. PXI Star Trigger and Local Bus Routing Star Triggers Local Local Local Local PCI Arbitration and Clock Signals © National Instruments | 1-7... -
Page 16: Trigger Bus
System Reference Clock The PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC supplies the PXI 10 MHz system clock signal (PXI_CLK10) independently to each peripheral slot. An independent buffer (having a source impedance matched to the backplane and a skew of less than 250 ps between slots) drives the clock signal to each peripheral slot. -
Page 17: Installation And Configuration
Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to install, configure, and use the PXI-1036 and PXI-1036DC chassis. Before connecting the chassis to a power source, read this chapter and the Read Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility document included with your chassis. -
Page 18: Chassis Cooling Considerations
Provide at least 44.5 mm (1.75 in.) clearance above, behind, and on the sides of the unit for adequate venting. High-power applications may require additional clearance. Figure 2-1. PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC Module Cooling Airflow Side View Air Outlets Air Intake Install the chassis so that you can easily access the bottom panel. -
Page 19: Setting Fan Speed
PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC User Manual Setting Fan Speed The AUTO/HIGH fan-speed selector switch is on the rear panel of the PXI-1036 and PXI-1036DC. Refer to Figure 1-2, Rear View of the PXI-1036 Chassis, or Figure 1-3, Rear View of the PXI-1036DC Chassis, to locate the fan-speed selector switch. Select HIGH for maximum cooling performance (recommended) or AUTO for quieter operation. -
Page 20: Connecting To Power Source
Connecting to an AC Power Source Attach input power through the rear AC inlet using the appropriate AC power cable supplied. Refer to Figure 1-2, Rear View of the PXI-1036 Chassis, or to Figure 1-3, Rear View of the PXI-1036DC Chassis, to locate the AC inlet. -
Page 21: Dc Connector
ATM30 fuse is recommended. Refer to the PXI-1036DC DC Cable Kit Installation Guide for information on fuse installation. You can purchase an optional DC cable from National Instruments that Note incorporates an in-line fuse and the mating connector for the P1 port. -
Page 22: Installing A Pxi Controller
Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration Installing a PXI Controller This section contains general instructions for installing a PXI controller in the chassis. Refer to your PXI controller user manual for specific instructions and cautions. Complete the following steps to install a controller. Connect the AC or DC power source to the PXI chassis before installing the controller. - Page 23 Figure 2-4 shows a PXI controller installed in the system controller slot of a PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC chassis. You can place CompactPCI or PXI modules in any other slot. Figure 2-4. NI PXI Controller Installed in a PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC Chassis...
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Page 24: Installing Pxi Modules
Secure the module front panel to the chassis using the module front-panel mounting screws. Figure 2-5. Installing PXI or CompactPCI Modules I - 1 PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC Chassis PXI Module Injector/Ejector Rail NI PXI Controller Injector/Ejector Handle... -
Page 25: Pxi System Configuration With Max
Apply the chassis number labels (shown in Figure 2-7) included with your kit to each chassis in your PXI system, and write in the chassis number accordingly in the white space. © National Instruments | 2-9... -
Page 26: 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 27: Dc Fuse Replacement (Pxi-1036Dc Only)
Maintenance This chapter describes basic maintenance procedures you can perform on the PXI-1036 and PXI-1036DC chassis. Disconnect the power cables prior to servicing the chassis. Caution DC Fuse Replacement (PXI-1036DC Only) The PXI-1036DC is protected against over-current by a 30 A fuse on the rear of the chassis, as... -
Page 28: Cleaning
Chapter 3 Maintenance Cleaning Always disconnect the AC power cable (and the DC power cable, if you Caution are working with a PXI-1036DC chassis) before cleaning or servicing the chassis. Cleaning procedures consist of exterior and interior cleaning of the chassis. Refer to your module user documentation for information on cleaning individual CompactPCI or PXI modules. -
Page 29: Appendix A Pinouts
Pinouts This appendix describes the P1 and P2 connector pinouts for the PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC backplane. Table A-1 shows the P1 (J1) connector pinout for the System Controller slot. Table A-2 shows the P2 (J2) connector pinout for the System Controller slot. - Page 30 Appendix A Pinouts Table A-1. P1 (J1) Connector Pinout for the System Controller Slot REQ64# ENUM# 3.3 V AD[1] V(I/O) AD[0] ACK64# 3.3 V AD[4] AD[3] AD[2] AD[7] 3.3 V AD[6] AD[5] 3.3 V AD[9] AD[8] M66EN C/BE[0]# AD[12] V(I/O) AD[11] AD[10] 3.3 V...
- Page 31 BP(I/O) BP(I/O) BP(I/O) BP(I/O) BP(I/O) BP(I/O) V(I/O) BP(I/O) BP(I/O) BP(I/O) BP(I/O) BP(I/O) BP(I/O) BP(I/O) 64EN# V(I/O) BP(I/O) BP(I/O) V(I/O) PXI_BRSVB4 BP(I/O) BP(I/O) CLK4 GNT3# REQ4# GNT4# CLK2 CLK3 SYSEN# GNT2# REQ3# CLK1 REQ1# GNT1# REQ2# © National Instruments | A-3...
- Page 32 Appendix A Pinouts Table A-3. P1 (J1) Connector Pinout for the Star Trigger Slot REQ64# ENUM# 3.3 V AD[1] V(I/O) AD[0] ACK64# 3.3 V AD[4] AD[3] AD[2] AD[7] 3.3 V AD[6] AD[5] 3.3 V AD[9] AD[8] M66EN C/BE[0]# AD[12] V(I/O) AD[11] AD[10] 3.3 V...
- Page 33 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-5...
- Page 34 Appendix A Pinouts Table A-5. P1 (J1) Connector Pinout for the Generic Peripheral Slot REQ64# ENUM# 3.3 V AD[1] V(I/O) AD[0] ACK64# 3.3 V AD[4] AD[3] AD[2] AD[7] 3.3 V AD[6] AD[5] 3.3 V AD[9] AD[8] M66EN C/BE[0]# AD[12] V(I/O) AD[11] AD[10] 3.3 V...
- Page 35 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-7...
- Page 36 • 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 37 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 38 PXI configuration in MAX, 2-7 conventions used in the manual, ix trigger configuration, 2-9 cooling PXI controller installed in a PXI-1036 air cooling of PXI-1036, 2-2 chassis (figure), 2-6 air cooling of PXI-1036DC, 2-2 PXI controller installed in a...
- Page 39 (figure), system controller slot (table), A-3 power cables (table), 1-2 power supply connecting to, 2-3 connecting to DC, 2-4 maintenance of PXI-1036 power switch, 2-4 cleaning power up, testing, 2-3 exterior cleaning, 3-2 PXI controller, 2-5...
- Page 40 2-3 related documentation, x safety and caution notices, 2-1 ground, connecting, 2-3 service interval, 3-1 setting fan speed, 2-2 Slot, A-5 star trigger (ST) slot description, 1-6 P1 (J1) connector pinouts (table), A-4 © National Instruments | I-3...
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