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Getting Started with the NI PCI-8252
The NI PCI-8252 (NI 8252) is an IEEE 1394a interface device for PCI. This document describes how
to install and configure the necessary hardware and software components to begin using the NI 8252.
What You Need to Get Started
You need the following items to set up and use the NI 8252:
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NI 8252 device
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IEEE 1394 camera
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IEEE 1394a cable
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Computer running Microsoft Windows Vista/XP/2000 with at least one available PCI slot
Note
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Instruments image acquisition device compatibility with Windows Vista.
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NI Vision Acquisition Software 8.2.1 or later, which includes the NI-IMAQdx driver software
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Optional software for developing applications:
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NI Vision Builder for Automated Inspection
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NI Vision Development Module
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LabVIEW
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LabWindows
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Microsoft Visual Basic
Related Documentation
The following documents contain additional information that you may find helpful:
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NI Vision Acquisition Software Release Notes—Contains information about new functionality,
minimum system requirements, and installation instructions for the NI-IMAQdx driver software.
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Measurement & Automation Explorer Help for NI-IMAQdx—Describes how to configure the
NI-IMAQdx driver software, NI image acquisition devices, and cameras using Measurement &
Automation Explorer (MAX).
•
NI-IMAQdx User Manual—Contains fundamental programming concepts for the NI-IMAQdx
driver software and terminology for using NI image acquisition devices.
Safety Information
Caution
The following paragraphs contain important safety information you must follow when
installing and operating the device.
Do not operate the device in a manner not specified in the documentation. Misuse of the device may
result in a hazard and may compromise the safety protection built into the device. If the device is
damaged, turn it off and do not use it until service-trained personnel can check its safety. If necessary,
return the device to National Instruments for repair.
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- Page 1 Getting Started with the NI PCI-8252 The NI PCI-8252 (NI 8252) is an IEEE 1394a interface device for PCI. This document describes how to install and configure the necessary hardware and software components to begin using the NI 8252. What You Need to Get Started You need the following items to set up and use the NI 8252: ❑...
- Page 2 MAINS is defined as the (hazardous live) electrical supply system to which equipment is designed to be connected for the purpose of powering the equipment. Suitably rated measuring circuits may be connected to the MAINS for measuring purposes. Getting Started with the NI PCI-8252 ni.com...
- Page 3 Choose an unused PCI slot, and remove the corresponding expansion slot cover on the back panel of the computer. Remove the NI 8252 device from the antistatic package and gently rock the device into the slot. The connection may be tight, but do not force the device into place.
- Page 4 Connect the IEEE 1394a cable to the camera. Refer to your camera manufacturer documentation for specific instructions about how to connect the cable to your camera. 10. Connect the IEEE 1394a cable to the IEEE 1394 connector on the NI 8252 front panel. 11. Plug in and power on the computer.
- Page 5 Operating relative humidity ........20% to 80%, noncondensing Pollution Degree ............2 Measurement Category ..........I Caution Do not use the NI 8252 for connection to signals within Measurement Categories II, III, or IV. Approved at altitudes up to 2,000 m. Storage Environment Ambient temperature range ........–20 °C to 60 °C...
- Page 6 NI Application Engineers. A Declaration of Conformity (DoC) is our claim of compliance with the Council of the European Communities using the manufacturer’s declaration of conformity. This system affords the user protection for electronic compatibility (EMC) and product safety.
- Page 7 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...
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