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Summary of Contents for National Instruments SCXI-1194
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
™ SCXI Switch Modules This document explains how to install, configure, and set up a National Instruments SCXI switch module. Your NI SCXI switch module ships with the NI-SWITCH instrument driver, which you can use to program the device. This document contains information about the NI-DAQmx driver software, which you can also use to program NI switch modules. -
Page 3: Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines
Furthermore, any modifications to the product not expressly approved by National Instruments could void your authority to operate it under your local regulatory rules. -
Page 4: Unpacking
When the installer completes, select Restart in the dialog box that asks if you want to restart, shut down, or restart later and remove the driver software DVD. NI Switches Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 3... -
Page 5: Installing The Hardware
Installing the Hardware You must install the software before installing the hardware. Before you install the hardware, refer to the guidelines in the Maintain Forced-Air Cooling Note to Users included with the module to ensure that the device can cool itself effectively. This document is also available at ni.com/manuals. -
Page 6: Installation Procedure 1
An NI USB device can control these switches when cabled to a 10-pin rear connector NI SCXI switch module in the same chassis. NI USB switch controllers cannot be used with an NI PXI-1011 or an NI PXI-1052 chassis. NI Switches Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 5... -
Page 7: Installation Procedure 2
Table 2. Determining the NI SCXI Switch Installation Procedure (Continued) Chassis Type NI Switch Controller Type Installation Procedure NI PXI-1010 or NI PXI-1050 in rightmost PXI slot PXI not in rightmost PXI slot PXI Express compatible in any slot NI USB-135x NI SCXI-1600 NI PXI-1011 or NI PXI-1052 in rightmost PXI slot... -
Page 8: Installation Procedure 4
NI PXI-1010/1050 chassis with an NI PXI Express compatible switch controller in any slot of the chassis Refer to the following figure and complete the following steps to install an NI SCXI switch module. NI Switches Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 7... - Page 9 Figure 2. Chassis Preparation Front Back 1 2 0 RESET 1. Chassis Power Switch 3. Chassis Power Settings 2. Chassis Address Switches 4. Power Cord Connector Power off and unplug the chassis. Install the switch controller, including any adapter kit(s), as described in the switch controller documentation.
- Page 10 Screw the cable adapter to the chassis mounting rail. Connect one end of the NI SH6868 cable to the NI SCXI-1349 cable adapter and the other end to the NI M Series device. NI Switches Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 9...
- Page 11 Power on the chassis. 10-Pin Rear Connector You must determine the number of pins on the rear connector of your NI SCXI switch module to choose the appropriate set of steps to cable the switch controller to the switch module. Refer to the following figure and complete the following steps to cable the switch controller to an NI SCXI switch module with a 10-pin rear connector for the NI 4021/407x or NI PXI/PCI-4065.
- Page 12 Screw the cable adapter to the chassis mounting rail. Connect one end of the SH9MD-AUX cable to the NI SCXI-1362 cable adapter and the other end to the NI 407x. NI Switches Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 11...
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Page 13: Installation Procedure 5
Power on the chassis. Installation Procedure 3 Install an NI PXI-1010/1011/1050/1052 chassis with a PXI switch controller in the rightmost PXI slot of the chassis. Note No cables are required to connect the switch module to the switch controller. Refer to the following figure and complete the following steps to install an NI SCXI switch module. - Page 14 5. NI Switch Controller 2. HVAB Connector 6. NI 1359 Cable Adapter 3. 10-Pin Rear Connector 7. NI SCXI-1000/1001 or NI PXI-1010/1050 Chassis 4. USB Cable Power off and unplug the chassis. NI Switches Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 13...
- Page 15 Set the chassis address switches to the OFF position. Note Earlier chassis use jumpers inside the chassis front panel instead of chassis address switches. Earlier chassis also differ in fuses and AC power selection. Refer to the documentation specific to your chassis for more information.
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Page 16: Configuring The Hardware In Max
NI SCXI-1600. Configuring the Hardware in MAX Your SCXI switch and your switch controller determine your MAX configuration options. Refer to the following table to determine your MAX configuration options. NI Switches Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 15... -
Page 17: Connecting Signals To Switch Terminal Blocks
NI SCXI-1127/1128/1129/1160/1161/1163R/1190 switch modules configured using Traditional NI-DAQ (Legacy). For software support information, refer to the preceding table. Launch MAX by navigating to Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI MAX or by clicking the NI MAX desktop icon. Right-click Devices and Interfaces. Select Create New. -
Page 18: Programming The Ni Switch Product
Examples demonstrate the functionality of the device and serve as programming models and building blocks for your own applications. The NI Example Finder is a utility available for some software applications that organizes examples into categories and allows you to easily NI Switches Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 17... - Page 19 ANSI C or Microsoft Locate examples in the <NIDocDir>\NI-SWITCH\examples Visual C/C++ directory, where is one of the following <NIDocDir> directories: • Windows XP— Documents and Settings\All Users\Documents\National Instruments • Windows 7/8/Vista— Users\Public\Documents \National Instruments 18 | NI Switches Getting Started Guide | ni.com...
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Page 20: Where To Go Next
A modified PXI module is a hybrid slot compatible PXI module where the top rear connector is replaced with a small connector. Refer to the following figure to determine if your NI switch product is hybrid-slot compatible. NI Switches Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 19... -
Page 21: Worldwide Support And Services
Refer to the PXI Systems Alliances for the defined modifications to incorporate PCI Express signaling into PXI. Worldwide Support and Services The National Instruments 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. - Page 22 National Instruments corporate headquarters is located at 11500 North Mopac Expressway, Austin, Texas, 78759-3504. National Instruments also has offices located around the world. For telephone support in the United States, create your service request at ni.com/support...
- Page 23 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/technology, refer to the appropriate location: Help»Patents in your software, the patents.txt ni.com/patents file on your media, or the National Instruments Patent Notice at .