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NI PCMCIA-4050, NI PXI/PCI-4060, NI PXI-4070
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ULTIMETERS
Conventions ............................................................................................ 2
Introduction ............................................................................................. 2
FCC/Canada Radio Frequency Interference Compliance....................... 3
Safety Instructions................................................................................... 5
Getting Started ........................................................................................ 8
Unpacking ............................................................................................... 8
Installing the Software ............................................................................ 9
Installing the Hardware ........................................................................... 9
PXI Installation ................................................................................ 10
PCI Installation ................................................................................ 11
PCMCIA Installation ....................................................................... 12
Configuration in MAX............................................................................ 13
Connecting Signals ................................................................................. 14
PXI/PCI............................................................................................ 14
PCMCIA .......................................................................................... 15
Using Cable and Probes .......................................................................... 16
Wiring for Common Measurements ....................................................... 16
DC and AC Voltage......................................................................... 17
DC and AC Current ......................................................................... 18
2-Wire Resistance ............................................................................ 19
4-Wire Resistance ............................................................................ 20
Voltage Drop across a Diode ........................................................... 21
Temperature ..................................................................................... 22
Acquiring Data........................................................................................ 23
DMM Soft Front Panel .................................................................... 23
NI-DMM Instrument Driver ............................................................ 23
Fuse Replacement ................................................................................... 23
NI PXI/PCI-4060 ............................................................................. 24
NI PXI-4070 .................................................................................... 26
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323120A-01
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Product and company names mentioned herein are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies. For patents 323120A-01 covering National Instruments products, refer to the appropriate location: Help»Patents in your software, the patents.txt file on your CD, or ni.com/patents. ni.com... -
Page 2: Conventions
Bold text denotes items that you must select or click in the software, such as menu items and dialog box options. Bold text also denotes parameter names and information on hardware labels. Digital multimeter—refers to either the NI PCMCIA-4050, NI PCI-4060, NI PXI-4060, or NI PXI-4070 unless specified otherwise. italic Italic text denotes variables, emphasis, a cross reference, or an introduction to a key concept. -
Page 3: Fcc/Canada Radio Frequency Interference Compliance
CE Mark Declaration of Conformity , may cause interference to Certain exemptions may apply in the USA, see FCC Rules §15.103 Exempted devices, and §15.105(c). Also available in sections of CFR 47. © National Instruments Corporation NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide... - Page 4 Classification requirements are the same for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Department of Communications (DOC). Changes or modifications not expressly approved by National Instruments could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment under the FCC Rules.
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Page 5: Safety Instructions
If the product is damaged, return it to National Instruments for repair. The CE Mark Declaration of Conformity will contain important supplementary information and instructions for the user or installer. © National Instruments Corporation NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide... - Page 6 Do not substitute parts or modify the product except as described in the product documentation. Do not operate the product in an explosive atmosphere or where there may be flammable gases or fumes. Operate the product only at or below the pollution degree stated in the hardware specifications.
- Page 7 Below is a diagram of a sample installation. Refer to the specifications guide included with the DMM to determine the pollution and installation categories of the DMM. © National Instruments Corporation NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide...
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Page 8: Getting Started
Getting Started To set up and use the DMM, you need the following: ❑ NI PCMCIA-4050 (NI 4050), NI PXI/PCI-4060 (NI 4060), or NI PXI-4070 (NI 4070) ❑ NI-DMM driver software Note The NI PXI-4070 requires NI-DMM 2.0 or later. -
Page 9: Installing The Software
To prevent damage to the DMM due to electrostatic discharge or contamination, handle the device using the edges or the metal bracket. Note Install the NI-DMM software before installing the hardware. © National Instruments Corporation NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide... -
Page 10: Pxi Installation
PXI Installation To install the PXI-DMM, refer to Figure 1 and complete the following steps: Power off the PXI chassis. Slide the PXI-DMM into an available slot until the ejector handle locks in the up position. Secure the DMM with the screws provided. Power on the PXI chassis. -
Page 11: Pci Installation
Insert the PCI-DMM into an open PCI slot. Secure the DMM with the screw provided. Replace the PC cover. Power on your computer. 1 PCI Slot 2 PCI-DMM 3 Desktop Computer Figure 2. PCI Installation © National Instruments Corporation NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide... -
Page 12: Pcmcia Installation
PCMCIA Installation To install the PCMCIA-DMM, refer to Figure 3 and insert the PCMCIA-DMM into an open PCMCIA slot. 1 Laptop 2 PCMCIA Slot 3 NI 4050 Figure 3. PCMCIA Installation NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide ni.com... -
Page 13: Configuration In Max
The Run Test Panels option is currently not available for the NI 4070. Click Close to close the Test Panel. Click OK to close the Properties window and return to the MAX main window. Exit MAX. © National Instruments Corporation NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide... -
Page 14: Connecting Signals
Connecting Signals This section discusses what connections are available on the DMM and how to connect signals to the DMM. PXI/PCI Figure 4 shows the front panels for PXI and PCI devices. The PXI and PCI front panels contain five connectors—four shrouded banana jacks and one 9-pin connector. -
Page 15: Pcmcia
TTL-level triggering signals for use with external scanning equipment. Refer to the NI Digital Multimeters Help located at Program Files» National Instruments»NI-DMM»NI Digital Multimeters Help for information about scanning. PCMCIA The NI 4050 instrument kit contains the NI 4050 accessory cable that connects the NI 4050 to a pair of test probes with shrouded banana jacks, which are also included in the kit. -
Page 16: Using Cable And Probes
Wiring for Common Measurements The following sections explain how to wire your DMM for common measurements. To learn more about these measurements refer to NI Digital Multimeters Help at Program Files»National Instruments»NI-DMM» NI Digital Multimeters Help. Caution Always refer to the specifications guide included with your DMM before connecting signals. -
Page 17: Dc And Ac Voltage
Input – AMPS 250 V 250V mA / 300 V 200mA SENSE Ω 4W Sense CAT II AUX I/O AUX I/O Figure 7. NI 4060/4070 Signal Connections for Voltage Measurements © National Instruments Corporation NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide... -
Page 18: Dc And Ac Current
DC and AC Current CSM-200MA 200MA SHUNT 250 V MAX. 250 V MAX.- FUSED Figure 8. NI 4050 Signal Connections for Current Measurements Note To measure current (up to 200 mA), the NI 4050 requires the CSM-200mA current shunt module included with your NI 4050. NI PXI-4070 6½-Digit FlexDMM INPUT... -
Page 19: 2-Wire Resistance
Input AMPS 250 V 250V mA / 300 V 200mA SENSE Ω 4W Sense CAT II AUX I/O AUX I/O Figure 11. NI 4060/4070 Signal Connections for 2-Wire Resistance Measurements © National Instruments Corporation NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide... -
Page 20: 4-Wire Resistance
4-Wire Resistance 4-wire resistance measurements use both pairs of terminals, which allows you to measure low resistances accurately by eliminating the effects of lead resistance. Note The NI 4050 does not support 4-wire resistance measurements. NI PXI-4070 6½-Digit FlexDMM INPUT 300 V VΩ... -
Page 21: Voltage Drop Across A Diode
– – AMPS 250 V 250V mA / 300 V 200mA SENSE Ω 4W CAT II Sense AUX I/O AUX I/O Figure 14. NI 4060/4070 Signal Connections for Diode Measurements © National Instruments Corporation NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide... -
Page 22: Temperature
Temperature You can measure temperature using common temperature transducers such as resistive temperature devices (RTD) and thermistors. You can measure resistive transducers in the 2-wire resistance mode, as shown in Figure 16. 250 V MAX. Figure 15. NI 4050 Signal Connections for Temperature Measurements NI PXI-4070 6½-Digit FlexDMM 300 V... -
Page 23: Acquiring Data
DMM, including configuration, control, and other module-specific functions. NI-DMM controls all NI digital multimeters. Refer to the Programming section of the NI Digital Multimeters Help at Program Files»National Instruments»NI-DMM»NI Digital Multimeters Help, for information on using NI-DMM in your applications. -
Page 24: Ni Pxi/Pci-4060
NI PXI/PCI-4060 To replace the fuse, complete the following steps: ♦ NI PXI-4060 Remove all signal connections from your NI PXI-4060. Power down your chassis and remove the device. Hold the device as shown in Figure 17 and locate the fuse holder. 1 Fuse Holder Figure 17. - Page 25 Figure 18. Removing the Insulators from the NI PCI-4060 Remove the bottom and top insulators. Locate the 5 × 20 mm glass fuse shown in Figure 19. Visually verify that the fuse is blown and remove it. © National Instruments Corporation NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide...
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Page 26: Ni Pxi-4070
1 Glass fuse Figure 19. Removing the Fuse from the NI PCI-4060 Press the new fuse into the silver holding fixture until you hear a snap. Reattach the top and bottom covers in the same order as you removed them. Do not operate the NI PCI-4060 without both insulators replaced and fastened. - Page 27 Locate the fuse slot shown in Figure 21. Use a screwdriver or your finger to pry the fuse loose from the slot. 1 Fuse 2 Fuse Slot Figure 21. Removing the Fuse from the NI PXI-4070 © National Instruments Corporation NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide...
- Page 28 Insert a new fuse into the fuse slot as shown in Figure 22. 1 Fuse 2 Fuse Slot Figure 22. Replacing the Blown Fuse in the NI PXI-4070 Gently press the fuse with the screwdriver until both fuse clamps snap the fuse into place.
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