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  • Page 1 PCI-8254R...
  • Page 2: What You Need To Get Started

    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.
  • Page 3: Related Documentation

    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.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5: Installation

    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.
  • Page 6 Connecting to the Isolated Outputs Power Supply section. 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. © National Instruments Corporation Getting Started with the NI PCI-8254R...
  • Page 7 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...
  • Page 8 2-Position Power Connector Ferrite Figure 5. Closed Ferrite on the Power Supply Cable Plug the power supply cable into the power supply. Plug the power supply cord into an outlet. © National Instruments Corporation Getting Started with the NI PCI-8254R...
  • Page 9 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...
  • Page 10: Specifications

    Minimum pulse detected........500 ns Power-on state............Input (high-impedance) 61.9 kΩ pull-up to 5V TTL Outputs Number of channels ..........10 Output voltage range..........0 V to 5 V Maximum pulse rate ..........2 MHz © National Instruments Corporation Getting Started with the NI PCI-8254R...
  • Page 11: Power Requirements

    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...
  • Page 12: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) EU Customers At the end of their life cycle, all products must be sent to a WEEE recycling center. For more information about WEEE recycling centers and National Instruments WEEE initiatives, visit ni.com/environment/weee.htm © National Instruments Corporation...
  • Page 13: Where To Go For Support

    National Instruments corporate headquarters is located at 11500 North Mopac Expressway, Austin, Texas, 78759-3504. National Instruments also has offices located around the world to help address your support needs. For telephone support in the United States, create your service request at ni.com/...

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