Safety Guidelines Caution Do not operate the NI PXIe-7861 in a manner not specified in this document. Product misuse can result in a hazard. You can compromise the safety protection built into the product if the product is damaged in any way.
Furthermore, any changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by NI could void your authority to operate it under your local regulatory rules. Preparing the Environment Ensure that the environment in which you are using the NI PXIe-7861 meets the following specifications. Operating temperature (IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2) 0 °C to 55 °C...
2. NI-RIO Media 3. Getting Started Guide Installing Software on the Host Computer Before using the NI PXIe-7861, you must install the following application software and device drivers on the host computer. 1. LabVIEW 2018 or later 2. LabVIEW Real-Time Module 2018 or later 3.
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4. PXI Express System Timing Slot 5. PXI Express Peripheral Slot NI PXIe-7861 modules can be placed in PXI Express peripheral slots, PXI Express hybrid peripheral slots, or PXI Express system timing slots. 6. Touch any metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity.
You can verify that the system recognizes the NI PXIe-7861 by using Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX). 1. Launch MAX by navigating to Start » All Programs » National Instruments » MAX or by clicking the MAX desktop icon. 2. Expand Devices and Interfaces.
SCB-68A accessory. Note NI is not liable for connections that exceed any of the maximum ratings of input or output signals on the NI PXIe-7861 and on the computer chassis. Refer to the NI PXIe-7861 Specifications , available at ni.com/manuals the maximum input and output ratings for each signal.
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TERMINAL 34 TERMINAL 1 TERMINAL 34 TERMINAL 1 TERMINAL 35 TERMINAL 68 TERMINAL 35 TERMINAL 68 Table 2. NI PXIe-7861 Signal Descriptions Signal Description Positive analog input signal connection Negative analog input signal connection AISENSE Reference connection for NRSE measurements AIGND...
Note The pinout label on the lid of the SCB-68A accessory is incompatible with the NI PXIe-7861. Refer to the NI 78xxR Pinout Labels for the SCB-68A , available at ni.com/manuals for the compatible pinout labels.
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