Getting Started with the NI PCI-8254R The NI PCI-8254R (NI 8254R) is an IEEE 1394a interface device for PCI with reconfigurable I/O (RIO). This document describes how to install and configure the necessary hardware and software components to begin using the NI 8254R.
Related Documentation The following documents contain additional information that you may find helpful: • NI PCI-8254R User Manual—Contains information about programming options, hardware functionality, and signal connections. • 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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Remove power from signal lines before connection to or disconnection from the device. Caution National Instruments measurement products may be classified as either Measurement Category I or II. Operate products at or below the Measurement Category level specified in the hardware specifications.
Never touch the exposed pins of connectors. Remove the device from the package and inspect it for loose components or any other signs of damage. Notify National Instruments if the device appears damaged in any way. Do not install a damaged device in the computer.
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Power Supply Wire and Optional Ferrule Figure 3. Connecting the 2-Position Power Connector to the Power Supply Plug the 2-position isolated outputs power connector from the power supply into the power receptacle on the NI 8254R. Getting Started with the NI PCI-8254R ni.com...
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Figure 7. Wiring a Third-Party Power Supply to the 2-Position Power Connector Caution Do not connect the NI 8254R isolated power to a source less than 5 VDC or greater than 30 VDC. Doing so could damage the NI 8254R. Getting Started with the NI PCI-8254R ni.com...
Do not draw more than 500 mA combined from the V pins on the 44-pin D-SUB connector. Do not draw more than 100 mA from 30 V isolated outputs. Do not draw more than 50 mA from 5 V isolated outputs. Getting Started with the NI PCI-8254R ni.com...
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