PXI-8140RT Series User Manual
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1. Pin Z A B C D E F 22 GND PXI_RSVA22 PXI_RSVB22 PXI_RSVC22 PXI_RSVD22 PXI_RSVE22 GND 21 GND CLK6 GND RSV RSV RSV GND 20 GND CLK5 GND RSV GND RSV GND 19 GND GND GND RSV RSV RSV GND 18 GND PXI_TRIG3 PXI_TRIG4 PXI_TRIG5 GND PXI_TRIG6 GND 17 GND PXI_TRIG2 GND PRST REQ6 GNT6 GND 16 GND PXITRIG1 PXITRIGO DEG GND PXI_TRIG7 GND 15 GND PXIBRSVAI15 GND FAL REQS GNTS GND 14 GND AD 35 AD 34 AD 33 GND AD 32 GND 13 GND AD 38 GND V I O AD 37 AD 36 GND 12 GND AD 42 AD 41 AD 40 GND AD 39 GND 11 GND AD 45 GND VA 0 AD 44 AD 43 GND 10 GND AD 49 AD 48 AD 47 GND AD 46 GND 9 GND AD 52 GND V I O AD 51 AD 50 GND 8 GND AD 56 AD 55 AD 54 GND AD 53 GND 7 GND AD 59 GND V O AD 58 AD 57 GND 6 GND AD 63 AD 62 AD 61 GND AD 60 GND 5 GND C BE 5 GND V O C BE 4 PAR64 GND 4 GND V O PXI_BRSVB4_ C BE 7 GND C BE 6 GND 3 GND CLK4 GND GNT3 REQ4 GNT4 GND 2 GND CLK2 CLK3 SYSEN GNT2 REQ3 GND 1 GND CLKI GND REQI GNT1 REQ2 GND Note PXI signals are shown in bold National Instruments Corporation C 9 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Appendix C Front Panel and Connectors Table C 5 P1 Connector Pinouts for the System Controller Slot Pin Z A B Cc D E F 25 GND 5V REQ64 ENUM 3 3V 5V GND 24 GND AD 1 5V V I O AD 0 ACK64 GND 23 GND 3 3V2. 0 00 0 0 00 0 0 83 21 1 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Figure C 1 PXI 8145RT Front Panel Layout and Dimensions ni com Appendix C Front Panel and Connectors 0 04 1 0 0 94 23 9 s D JA NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS PRESTOGRT 3 48 88 4 3 24 82 3 2 13 54 1 1 68 42 8 0 00 0 H is 0 00 0 0 08 2 0 0 83 21 1 Figure C 2 PX 8146RT Front Panel Layout and Dimensions National Instruments Corporation C 3 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Appendix C Front Panel and Connectors Ethernet Figure C 3 shows the location and pinouts for the Ethernet connector on the PXI 8146RT Table C 1 lists and describes the Ethernet connector signals AMP manufactures a mating connector part number 554739 1 Ethernet Figure C 3 Ethernet Connector Location and Pinout Table C 1 Ethernet Connector Signals Pin Signal Description 1 Differential Transmit 2 Differential Transmit 3 Differential Receive 4 NC 5 NC 6 Differential Receive 7 NC 8 NC PXI 8140RT Series User Manual C 4 ni com COM1 and COM2 Appendix C Front Pan
3. National Instruments Corporation B 1 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Appendix B LED Indicators and Switch Options USER3 Ethernet LEDs The USER3 LED is user programmable via LabVIEW See the LabVIEW documentation for more information TX RX LED LINK LED Switches The Ethernet LEDs TX RX and LINK indicate the status of the Ethernet interface on the PXI 8140RT The TX RX LED indicates when the Ethernet interface is receiving or transmitting a packet The LINK LED indicates the periodic link test passed S1 GPIB Interrupt Select Switch S1 selects the GPIB interrupt select The default setting is IRQ 11 The optional setting is IRQ 5 S2 Safe Mode Select Switch S2 selects safe mode The default setting is for normal operation When set before turning power on this switch sets LabVIEW RT in safe mode S3 Serial Redirection PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Switch S3 selects the serial redirection mode When selected BIOS boot sequence text and other diagnostic output will be redirected to the RS 232 serial port on the front panel To view this output connect with a null modem serial cable to a terminal with ANSI emulation at 9600 bits per second 8 data bits no parity 1 stop bit and hardware flow control While the PXI 8140RT Series controller is in this mode the system will boot at a slower speed than when operating in normal mode B 2 ni com Appendix B LED Indicators and Switch Options IPRST N
4. TEEE 488 2 C 1 C 6 installation See also configuration electrostatic discharge damage caution 2 1 injector ejector handle position caution 2 8 procedure 2 7 PXI 8146RT installed in a PXI mainframe figure 2 9 removing unit from PXI mainframe 2 9 installed system RAM 2 4 interface chips custom application specific 1 4 interface status and access LEDs B 1 INTP configuration figure 2 5 introduction 1 1 INTS configuration jumpers and switches figure 2 5 IPRST NRML switch configuration 2 2 2 7 IPSRT NRML switch option B 3 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual l 2 J jumpers and switches BIOS protect figure 2 5 CMOS operation figure 2 4 default settings table 2 1 GPIB interrupt configuration figure 2 6 INTP configuration figure 2 5 IPRST NRML switch configuration figure 2 7 NOAPP NRML configuration figure 2 7 parts locator diagram 2 2 safe mode configuration figure 2 6 serial IRQ INTP and INTS 2 5 serial redirect configuration figure 2 6 L LEDs Ethernet LEDs B 1 front panel LEDs 1 4 interface status and access LEDs B 1 interpreting status of B 1 LINK LED 1 4 B 2 master slave capabilities 1 4 mating connector C 4 C 5 C 6 memory 1 3 See also RAM National Instruments software 1 5 National Instruments Web support F 1 NI Developer Zone F 1 NI 488 2M software kit 1 5 NI DAQ function library 1 5 NI VISA high level programming API 1 5 ni
5. 10 100BaseT Ethernet e Six front panel LEDs that show PC status POWER OK LED indicates that the power is on and reset is no longer asserted DRIVE LED indicates when an access to the internal flash disk is occurring 10 100 indicates 100BaseT status USERI indicates system status USER2 is programmable USER3 is programmable e Two front panel LEDs that show Ethernet port status TX RX LED indicates that the PXI 8140RT Series is receiving or transmitting a packet of data through its Ethernet port LINK LED indicates periodic link test passed PXI 8140RT Series User Manual 1 4 ni com Chapter 1 Introduction Optional Equipment Contact National Instruments to order the following optional equipment e Single shielded 2 m GPIB cable National Instruments Software National Instruments has developed several software kits that you can use with the PXI 8140RT Series The software is already installed on your flash drive The NI 488 2M software kit gives you access to the industry standard NI 488 2M software for controlling external GPIB instruments through the GPIB port on the front panel of the PXI 8146RT The GPIB interface is fully compatible with the NI 488 2M driver for a variety of operating systems Any GPIB application using NI 488 2M or NI VISA will run on the PXI 8146RT NI DAQ has an extensive library of functions that you can call from your application programming environment These f
6. For information on adding RAM by installing SO DIMMs refer to Appendix A Specifications The PXI 8140RT Series controller features a user programmable counter timer known as a watchdog that counts down from a user specified value You can frequently reset the counter timer in software by a backplane trigger line or by the SMB connector PXI 8146RT only In the event that the watchdog counter reaches zero as in a software failure it is programmed to reset the controller set an occurrence assert a backplane trigger line or assert a signal on the SMB connector PXI 8146RT only National Instruments Corporation 1 3 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction System Slot Functionality You can use the PXI 8140RT Series computers to achieve full PXI system slot control of your PXI system In the system slot the PXI 8140RT Series provides master slave capabilities to all slots in the PXI system Custom Application Specific Interface Chips The PXI 8146RT has the TNT4882C custom ASIC to give full GPIB control of external instruments via a front panel connector GPIB capability is fully compatible with IEEE 488 2 and the industry standard NI 488 2M driver for a variety of operating systems Front Panel Features The PXI 8140RT Series has the following front panel features e System reset push button e Front panel connectors RS 232 Serial GPIB PXI 8146RT only Watchdog trigger SMB PXI 8146RT only
7. 1 2 installed in a PXI mainframe figure 2 9 RAM resources See system resources See also memory adding RAM A 3 installed system RAM 2 4 SO DIMMs from National Instruments note A 3 type of memory in PXI 8140RT Series 1 3 related documentation x removing unit from PXI mainframe 2 9 RS 232 serial C 1 S S1 switch configuration 2 1 2 6 B 2 S2 switch configuration 2 2 2 6 B 2 S3 switch configuration 2 2 2 6 B 2 safe mode configuration figure 2 6 serial IRQ INTP and INTS 2 5 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Index serial redirect configuration figure 2 6 serial RS 232 C 1 SO DIMMs from National Instruments note A 3 software National Instruments software 1 5 NI 488 2M software kit 1 5 NI DAQ 1 5 NI VISA 1 5 specifications adding RAM A 3 electrical A 1 environmental A 2 physical A 1 switch options IPRST NRML B 3 NOAPP NRML B 3 S1 GPIB interrupt select B 2 S2 safe mode select B 2 S3 serial redirect B 2 switches See jumpers and switches system CMOS See CMOS system integration by National Instruments F 1 system slot functionality 1 4 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual T technical support resources F 1 TNT4882C custom ASIC 1 4 TX RX LED B 2 U USER1 LED B 1 USER2 LED B 1 USER3 LED B 2 W W1 switch configuration 2 1 2 4 W2 switch configuration 2 1 2 5 W3 switch configuration 2 1 2 5 W4 switch configuration 2 1 2 5 watchdog timer 1 3 Web suppor
8. AD 4 AD 3 5V AD 2 GND 22 GND AD 7 GND 3 3V AD 6 AD 5 GND 21 GND 3 3V AD 9 AD 8 M66EN C BE 0 GND 20 GND AD 12 GND V O AD 11 AD 10 GND 19 GND 3 3V AD 15 AD 14 GND AD 13 GND 18 GND SERR GND 3 3V PAR C BE 1 GND 17 GND 3 3V SDONE SBO GND PERR GND 16 GND DEVSEL GND V O STOP LOCK GND 15 GND 3 3V FRAME IRDY GND TRDY GND 12 14 Key Area 11 GND AD 18 AD 17 AD 16 GND C BE 2 GND 10 GND AD 21 GND 3 3V AD 20 AD 19 GND 9 GND C BE 3 IDSEL AD 23 GND AD 22 GND 8 GND AD 26 GND V O AD 25 AD 24 GND 7 GND AD 30 AD 29 AD 28 GND AD 27 GND 6 GND REQ GND 3 3V CLK AD 31JAD 31 GND 5 GND BRSVPIA5 BRSVPIB5 RST GND GNT GND 4 GND BRSVPIA4 GND V O INTP INTS GND 3 GND INTA INTB INTC 5V INTD GND 2 GND TCK 5V TMS TDO TDI GND 1 GND 5V 12V TRST 12V 5V GND PXI 8140RT Series User Manual C 10 ni com Technical Support Resources Web Support National Instruments Web support is your first stop for help in solving installation configuration and application problems and questions Online problem solving and diagnostic resources include frequently asked questions knowledge bases product specific troubleshooting wizards manuals drivers software updates and more Web support is available through the Technical Support section of ni com NI Developer Zone The NI Developer Zone at ni com zone is the essential resource for building measurement and automation systems At
9. PXI 8140RT Series Configuration and Installation Figure 2 10 shows the IP address reset configuration options In the IPRST position the IPRST NRML toggle switch resets the system IP address to 0 0 0 0 at boot time a Normal Operation Default b Reset IP Address Figure 2 10 IP Address Reset Configuration Figure 2 11 shows the application execution configuration options When set to NOAPP at boot time the NOAPP NRML switch prevents the LabVIEW application loaded in the system from executing a Normal Operation Default b Halt Application Execution Figure 2 11 Application Execution Configuration Installing the PXI 8140RT Series This section contains general installation instructions for the PXI 8140RT Consult your PXI mainframe user manual for specific instructions and warnings 1 Plug in your mainframe before installing the PXI 8140RT The power cord grounds the mainframe and protects it from electrical damage while you install the module AN Warning To protect both yourself and the mainframe from electrical hazards leave the mainframe off until you finish installing the PXI 8140RT module 2 Remove or open any doors or covers blocking access to the system controller slot Slot 1 in the mainframe 3 Touch the metal part of the case to discharge any static electricity that might be on your clothes or body National Instruments Corporation 2 7 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Chapter 2 P
10. against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of shipment as evidenced by receipts or other documentation National Instruments will at its option repair or replace equipment that proves to be defective during the warranty period This warranty includes parts and labor The media on which you receive National Instruments software are warranted not to fail to execute programming instructions due to defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 90 days from date of shipment as evidenced by receipts or other documentation National Instruments will at its option repair or replace software media that do not execute programming instructions if National Instruments receives notice of such defects during the warranty period National Instruments does not warrant that the operation of the software shall be uninterrupted or error free A Return Material Authorization RMA number must be obtained from the factory and clearly marked on the outside of the package before any equipment will be accepted for warranty work National Instruments will pay the shipping costs of returning to the owner parts which are covered by warranty National Instruments believes that the information in this document is accurate The document has been carefully reviewed for technical accuracy In the event that technical or typographical errors exist National Instruments reserves the right to make changes to subsequent editions of this
11. are custom computers that you install directly in the system controller slot of your PXI mainframe An embedded computer can take full advantage of the PXI high performance backplane capabilities 1 2 ni com Chapter 1 Introduction Hardware Description PXI 8140RT Series Design The PXI 8140RT Series PXI embedded computers are high performance PXI system controllers The PXI 8140RT Series supports masters in all available PXI slots The PXI 8140RT Series design includes many standard PC peripherals which means you can install your custom designed peripheral devices in all PXI slots It also has one user accessible SO DIMM socket so it is easy to upgrade memory The PXI 8140RT plugs directly into the system controller slot and expands to the left thus preserving all usable PXI slots for user defined peripheral devices PXI 8140RT Series Models Memory Watchdog Timer Currently the PXI 8140RT Series consists of two models the PXI 8145RT and the PXI 8146RT The models differ in the front panel I O The PXI 8145RT comes complete with a serial port a 10 100BaseT Ethernet port and software installed The PXIJ 8146RT adds an IEEE 488 2 GPIB interface compatible with the National Instruments AT GPIB TNT and an SMB connector for the watchdog trigger The PXI 8140RT and its memory socket is easily accessible so you can install additional DRAM in the field You can install up to 256 MB of 10 ns SDRAM using 144 pin SO DIMMS
12. com NOAPP NRML switch configuration 2 2 2 7 NOAPP NRML switch option B 3 0 optional equipment enhanced parallel port adapter cable 1 5 single shielded 2m GPIB cable 1 5 overview of PXI 8140RT Series 1 1 P P1 connector pinouts table C 10 P2 connector pinouts table C 9 physical specifications A 1 POWER OK LED 1 4 B 1 PXI connectors location and pinout figure C 8 P1 connector pinouts for the system controller slot table C 10 P2 connector pinouts for the system controller slot table C 9 PXI 8140RT Series configuring 2 4 connecting on the PXI backplane 2 5 controllers 1 2 custom application specific interface chips 1 4 default settings hardware table 2 1 design 1 3 Ethernet port status 1 4 front panel connectors C 1 features 1 4 thickness of C 1 hardware default settings table 2 1 T O board parts locator diagram 2 2 installing 2 7 installing CompactFlash Memory 2 3 memory 1 3 models 1 3 National Instruments Corporation l 3 Index National Instruments software 1 5 optional equipment 1 5 overview 1 1 RAM recommendations for adding A 3 removing from the PXI mainframe 2 9 serial IRQ INTP and INTS 2 5 software 1 5 system slot functionality 1 4 watchdog timer 1 3 PXI 8145RT embedded computer figure 1 1 front panel layout and dimensions figure C 2 PXI 8146RT embedded computer figure 1 2 front panel layout and dimensions C 3 IEFE 488 2 interface
13. document without prior notice to holders of this edition The reader should consult National Instruments if errors are suspected In no event shall National Instruments be liable for any damages arising out of or related to this document or the information contained in it EXCEPT AS SPECIFIED HEREIN NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS MAKES NO WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE CUSTOMER S RIGHT TO RECOVER DAMAGES CAUSED BY FAULT OR NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT THERETOFORE PAID BY THE CUSTOMER NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM LOSS OF DATA PROFITS USE OF PRODUCTS OR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF This limitation of the liability of National Instruments will apply regardless of the form of action whether in contract or tort including negligence Any action against National Instruments must be brought within one year after the cause of action accrues National Instruments shall not be liable for any delay in performance due to causes beyond its reasonable control The warranty provided herein does not cover damages defects malfunctions or service failures caused by owner s failure to follow the National Instruments installation operation or maintenance instructions owner s modification of the product owner s abuse misuse or negligent ac
14. e 128MB 16 MB x 64 SO DIMMs 10 ns 1 05 in max Sy Note National Instruments has tested and verified that the SO DIMMs we sell work with the PXI 8140RT Series We recommend you purchase your SO DIMM modules from National Instruments Other off the shelf SO DIMM modules are not guaranteed to work properly National Instruments Corporation A 3 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual LED Indicators and Switch Options This appendix describes how to interpret the status of the PXI 8140RT Series computer by reading the LEDs on the front panel Interface Status and Access LEDs POWER OK When lit the POWER OK LED indicates that the power is on and the PXI 8140RT is out of reset DRIVE LED The DRIVE LED indicates when an access to the internal flash disk drive is occurring 10 100 The 10 100 LED indicates 100BaseT status USER1 The USER1 LED indicates LabVIEW RT status e Ifthis LED blinks one time every 2 3 seconds the IP address is 0 0 0 0 the device is unconfigured e If this LED blinks two times every 2 3 seconds the software on the PXI 8140RT is corrupt or missing and the box is in safe mode Reinstall the software from MAX e If this LED blinks three times every 2 3 seconds you have flipped the safe mode switch causing the box to go into safe mode regardless of whether it could otherwise boot USER2 The USER2 LED is user programmable via LabVIEW See the LabVIEW documentation for more information
15. 0 we wa Ps O O00 IS O C oo 000 LET R H QAPAS wd 5 8 9 eH arial P z f 5 Ti odoi 4 W4 5 S3 6 W3 9 7 W2 8 NOAPP NRML IPRST NRML 1 S1 2 S2 3 Wi Figure 2 1 PXI 8140RT Series I O Board Parts Locator Diagram PXI 8140RT Series User Manual 2 2 ni com Chapter 2 PXI 8140RT Series Configuration and Installation Installing CompactFlash Memory This section describes how to install and remove CompactFlash memory 1 Retainer Screw 3 Spacer 2 CompactFlash Memory Card 4 Retainer Bracket Figure 2 2 Installing CompactFlash Memory To install the CompactFlash memory refer to Figure 2 2 and follow these steps 1 Insert the CompactFlash memory card in either slot on the I O board 2 Insert the retainer screw through the rear of the I O board 3 Assemble the spacer and retainer bracket as shown and tighten screw To remove the CompactFlash memory reverse these steps National Instruments Corporation 2 3 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Chapter 2 PXI 8140RT Seri
16. 0ORT Serres ninie r i a E A e EET E 2 7 How to Remove the Unit from the PXI Mainframe cee eeeeeeeeseeeeeenee 2 9 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B LED Indicators and Switch Options National Instruments Corporation vii PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Contents Appendix C Front Panel and Connectors Appendix D Technical Support Resources Glossary Index PXI 8140RT Series User Manual viii ni com About This Manual This manual contains detailed instructions for installing and configuring your National Instruments PXI 8140RT Series embedded PXI computer The PXI 8140RT Series includes all models of the PXI 8145RT and PXI 8146RT embedded PXI computers How to Use This Documentation Set Conventions This manual the PX 8 40RT Series User Manual describes how to change the installation or configuration from the defaults and use the hardware If you ordered either LabVIEW or LabWindows CVI you received full documentation along with a configuration disk to unlock and access these application programming environments which are already installed on your hard drive 3 A A bold italic monospace The following conventions appear in this manual This icon denotes a note which alerts you to important information This icon denotes a caution which advises you of precautions to take to avoid injury data loss or a system crash This icon denotes a warning which advises you of precautions t
17. ATION ERRORS SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE COMPATIBILITY PROBLEMS MALFUNCTIONS OR FAILURES OF ELECTRONIC MONITORING OR CONTROL DEVICES TRANSIENT FAILURES OF ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS HARDWARE AND OR SOFTWARE UNANTICIPATED USES OR MISUSES OR ERRORS ON THE PART OF THE USER OR APPLICATIONS DESIGNER ADVERSE FACTORS SUCH AS THESE ARE HEREAFTER COLLECTIVELY TERMED SYSTEM FAILURES ANY APPLICATION WHERE A SYSTEM FAILURE WOULD CREATE A RISK OF HARM TO PROPERTY OR PERSONS INCLUDING THE RISK OF BODILY INJURY AND DEATH SHOULD NOT BE RELIANT SOLELY UPON ONE FORM OF ELECTRONIC SYSTEM DUE TO THE RISK OF SYSTEM FAILURE TO AVOID DAMAGE INJURY OR DEATH THE USER OR APPLICATION DESIGNER MUST TAKE REASONABLY PRUDENT STEPS TO PROTECT AGAINST SYSTEM FAILURES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO BACK UP OR SHUT DOWN MECHANISMS BECAUSE EACH END USER SYSTEM IS CUSTOMIZED AND DIFFERS FROM NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS TESTING PLATFORMS AND BECAUSE A USER OR APPLICATION DESIGNER MAY USE NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS PRODUCTS IN COMBINATION WITH OTHER PRODUCTS IN A MANNER NOT EVALUATED OR CONTEMPLATED BY NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS THE USER OR APPLICATION DESIGNER IS ULTIMATELY RESPONSIBLE FOR VERIFYING AND VALIDATING THE SUITABILITY OF NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS PRODUCTS WHENEVER NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS PRODUCTS ARE INCORPORATED IN A SYSTEM OR APPLICATION INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE APPROPRIATE DESIGN PROCESS AND SAFETY LEVEL OF SUCH SYSTEM OR APPLICATION Compliance FCC Canada Radio Frequency Interfe
18. I specification MTBF PXIGSIASR TE aaue 281 262 h PXI SI4GORT ice cisceeccessesrseseseteetetees 257 363 h WEL BDI orenean ag 340 g 0 75 1b typical Environmental Temperature Operating scat audits 0 to 50 C Storan sssdessasateceesesbacesbessnetesbecesegs 20 to 70 C Relative humidity Operating iessen 10 to 90 noncondensing LOLA LCs E n E 5 to 95 noncondensing EM e E N FCC Class A verified EC verified Random vibration Operational eee eee teeters 5 to 500 Hz 0 31 gpms 3 axes Non operational cere 10 to 500 Hz 2 46 gems 3 axes Functional shock eee eeeeeereeeeees MIL T 28800E Class 3 per Section 4 5 5 4 1 Half sine shock pulse 11 ms duration 30 g peak 3 shocks per face Also meets IEC standard 60068 2 27 iy Note Random vibration profiles were developed in accordance with MIL T 28800E and MIL STD 810E Method 514 Test levels exceed those recommended in MIL STD 810E for Category 1 Basic Transportation Figures 514 4 1 through 514 4 3 Test report available upon request PXI 8140RT Series User Manual A 2 ni com Appendix A Specifications Adding RAM To add RAM to the PXI 8140RT Series remove the unit from the PXI mainframe and add an SO DIMM module to the empty SO DIMM socket National Instruments recommends the following types of SO DIMMs for use with the PXI 8140RT Series controller SDRAM e 32MB 4 MB x 64 SO DIMMs 10 ns 1 05 in max e 64MB 8 MB x 64 SO DIMMs 10 ns 1 05 in max
19. PXT PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Qr NATIONAL p INSTRUMENTS July 2001 Edition Part Number 323019A 01 Worldwide Technical Support and Product Information ni com National Instruments Corporate Headquarters 11500 North Mopac Expressway Austin Texas 78759 3504 USA Tel 512 794 0100 Worldwide Offices Australia 03 9879 5166 Austria 0662 45 79 90 0 Belgium 02 757 00 20 Brazil 011 284 5011 Canada Calgary 403 274 9391 Canada Montreal 514 288 5722 Canada Ottawa 613 233 5949 Canada Qu bec 514 694 8521 Canada Toronto 905 785 0085 China Shanghai 021 6555 7838 China ShenZhen 0755 3904939 Denmark 45 76 26 00 Finland 09 725 725 11 France 01 48 14 24 24 Germany 089 741 31 30 Greece 30 1 42 96 427 Hong Kong 2645 3186 India 91805275406 Israel 03 6120092 Italy 02 413091 Japan 03 5472 2970 Korea 02 596 7456 Malaysia 603 9596711 Mexico 5 280 7625 Netherlands 0348 433466 New Zealand 09 914 0488 Norway 32 27 73 00 Poland 0 22 528 94 06 Portugal 351 1 726 9011 Singapore 2265886 Spain 91 640 0085 Sweden 08 587 895 00 Switzerland 056 200 51 51 Taiwan 02 2528 7227 United Kingdom 01635 523545 For further support information see the Technical Support Resources appendix To comment on the documentation send e mail to techpubs ni com Copyright 2001 National Instruments Corporation All rights reserved Important Information Warranty The PXI 8140RT Series of embedded PXI computers are warranted
20. RML In the IPRST position this switch resets the system IP address to 0 0 0 0 at boot time NOAPP NRML When set to NOAPP at boot time this switch prevents the LabVIEW application loaded in the system from executing National Instruments Corporation B 3 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Front Panel and Connectors This appendix describes the front panel and connectors on the PXI 8140RT Series embedded computer 3 Note The illustrations in this appendix show the mating face of the connectors An asterisk suffix on a signal name indicates that the signal is active low The PXI 8145RT Series has the following front panel connectors e RS 232 Serial e 10 100BaseT The PXI 8146RT Series has the following additional front panel connectors e IEFE 488 2 e Watchdog SMB Front Panel Figure C 1 shows the front panel layout of the PXI 8145RT and Figure C 2 shows the front panel layout of the PXI 8146RT The drawings show dimensions relevant to key elements on the front panel Dimensions are shown in inches and millimeters with millimeter dimensions in square brackets The front panel thickness for all models in the PXI 8140RT Series is 2 49 mm 0 098 in National Instruments Corporation C 1 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Appendix C Front Panel and Connectors 0 94 23 9 NATIONAL INSTRUME 3 24 82 3 2 13 54 1
21. RT Series to connect INTP on the PXI backplane to IRQ14 as well as INTS to either IRQ15 or to serial IRQ Refer to the documentation that comes with your PXI peripheral device to see if you need to make any changes from the default settings For more information on Serial IRQ refer to the Serialized IRQ Support for PCI Systems Specification Figure 2 5 shows the INTP configuration options and Figure 2 6 shows the INTS configuration options a No Connection Default b IRQ14 c WD NMI Figure 2 5 INTP Configuration Sr ke BS a Serial IRQ Default b No Connection c IRQ15 Figure 2 6 INTS Configuration National Instruments Corporation 2 5 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Chapter 2 PXI 8140RT Series Configuration and Installation Figure 2 7 shows the GPIB interrupt configuration options The default is IRQ 11 Sy lt 7 a IRQ 11 Default b IRQ 5 Figure 2 7 GPIB Interrupt Configuration Figure 2 8 shows the safe mode configuration options The default is normal operation cay ae a Normal Mode Default b Software Safe Mode Figure 2 8 Safe Mode Configuration Figure 2 9 shows the serial redirection configuration options The default is normal operation SV aa a Normal Mode Default b Serial Redirection Figure 2 9 Serial Redirect Configuration PXI 8140RT Series User Manual 2 6 ni com Chapter 2
22. XI 8140RT Series Configuration and Installation 4 Make sure the injector ejector handle is in its downward position Align the PXI 8140RT with the card guides on the top and bottom of the system controller slot UN Caution Do not raise the injector ejector handle as you insert the PXI 8140RT The module will not insert properly unless the handle is in its downward position so that it does not interfere with the injector rail on the mainframe 5 Hold the handle as you slowly slide the module into the mainframe until the handle catches on the injector ejector rail 6 Raise the injector ejector handle until the module firmly seats into the backplane receptacle connectors The front panel of the PXI 8140RT should be even with the front panel of the mainframe 7 Tighten the four bracket retaining screws on the top and bottom of the front panel to secure the PXI 8140RT to the mainframe 8 Check the installation 9 Replace or close any doors or covers to the mainframe Figure 2 12 shows a PXI 8146RT installed in the system controller slot of a National Instruments PXI 1000 mainframe You can place PXI devices in any other slot PXI 8140RT Series User Manual 2 8 ni com Chapter 2 PXI 8140RT Series Configuration and Installation 1 PXI 1000 Chassis 3 PXI Board 5 Injector Ejector Rail 2 PXI 8146RT System Controller 4 Injector Ejector Handle Figure 2 12 PXI 8146RT Installed in a PXI Mainframe How to Remo
23. age caution 2 1 installed system RAM 2 4 parts locator diagram 2 2 serial IRQ INTP and INTS 2 5 connectors COMI1 and COM2 connector and signals C 5 Ethernet connector and signals C 4 GPIB connector and signals C 6 overview 1 4 PXI connectors location and pinout figure C 8 National Instruments Corporation P1 connector pinouts table C 10 P2 connector pinouts table C 9 conventions used in the manual ix custom application specific interface chips 1 4 customer education F 1 D default settings hardware table 2 1 DRIVE LED 1 4 B 1 E electrical specifications A 1 electrostatic discharge damage caution 2 1 environmental specifications A 2 equipment optional enhanced parallel port adapter cable 1 5 single shielded 2m GPIB cable 1 5 Ethernet C 4 connector location and pinout figure C 4 signals table C 4 LEDs TX RX LED B 2 LEDs PXI 8146RT Series Only LINK LED B 2 port status 1 4 F front panel C 1 See also connectors features 1 4 layout and dimensions figure C 2 list of connectors C 1 thickness of C 1 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Index G GPIB IEEE 488 2 C 6 connector location and pinout figure C 6 connector signals table C 6 GPIB interrupt configuration figure 2 6 GPIB controlling NI 488 2M software kit 1 5 TNT4882C custom ASIC 1 4 H hardware default settings table 2 1 description 1 3 how to use this documentation set ix
24. anual Glossary instrument driver interrupt interrupt level VO IRQ ISA KB LAN LED m master MB MTBF MTTR PXI 8140RT Series User Manual A set of routines designed to control a specific instrument or family of instruments and any necessary related files for LabWindows CVI or LabVIEW A means for a device to request service from another device The relative priority at which a device can interrupt input output the techniques media and devices used to achieve communication between machines and users Interrupt signal Industry Standard Architecture the original PC bus architecture specifically the 16 bit AT bus kilobytes of memory Local Area Network communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area It is made up of servers workstations a network operating system and a communications link light emitting diode meters A functional part of a PXI device that initiates data transfers on the PXI backplane A transfer can be either a read or a write megabytes of memory Mean time between failure Mean time to repair G 4 ni com NI 488 or NI 488 2 NI DAQ NI VISA NMI P PCI PCMCIA peripheral POSC PXI R RAM RAMDAC resource National Instruments Corporation G 5 Glossary The National Instruments software for GPIB systems The National Instruments software for data acquisition instruments The National Instruments implem
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26. e FCC web site http www fcc gov for more information FCC DOC Warnings This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in strict accordance with the instructions in this manual and the CE Mark Declaration of Conformity may cause interference to radio and television reception 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 Class A Federal Communications Commission This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Canadian Department of Communications This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interfere
27. e toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Compliance to EU Directives Readers in the European Union EU must refer to the Manufacturer s Declaration of Conformity DoC for information pertaining to the CE Mark compliance scheme The Manufacturer includes a DoC for most every hardware product except for those bought for OEMs if also available from an original manufacturer that also markets in the EU or where compliance is not required as for electrically benign apparatus or cables To obtain the DoC for this product click Declaration of Conformity at ni com hardref nsf This web site lists the DoCs by product family Select the appropriate product family followed by your product and a link to the DoC appears in Adobe Acrobat format Click the Acrobat icon to download or read the DoC 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 The CE Mark Declaration of Conformity will contain important supplementary information and instructions for the user or installer Contents About This Manual How to Use This Documentation Set cee ceeceescesesseceneeeseeceseeenecsaeceseeeeecsaeeeeeeesaes ix CONVENTIONS iss oenen ria E E EROE E E bation ena eas eneee ix Related Documentation aseen aseinio aaaea E AR T AREE X Chapter 1 Introduction ON DAAE E E dees tetas A E T 1 1 Hardware Descriptlon nace anini c
28. el and Connectors Figure C 4 shows the location and pinouts for the COM1 connector on all models in the PXI 8140RT Series Table C 2 lists and describes the COM1 connector signals AMP manufactures a serial port mating connector part number 745491 5 for the COM1 connector on the PXI 8146RT N COM1 0000 OOO OO l Figure C 4 COM1 and COM2 Connectors Location and Pinout Table C 2 COM1 and COM2 Connector Signals Pin Signal Name Signal Description 1 DCD Data Carrier Detect 2 RXD Receive Data 3 TXD Transmit Data 4 DTR Data Terminal Ready 5 GND Ground 6 DSR Data Set Ready 7 RTS Ready to Send 8 CTS Clear to Send 9 RI Ring Indicator National Instruments Corporation C 5 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Appendix C Front Panel and Connectors GPIB IEEE 488 2 Figure C 5 shows the location and pinouts for the GPIB connector on the PXI 8146RT Table C 3 lists and describes the GPIB connector signals AMP manufactures a GPIB mating connector part number 554349 01 Figure C 5 GPIB Connector Location and Pinout Table C 3 GPIB Connector Signals Pin Signal Name Signal Description 1 DIO1 Data Bit 1 2 DIO2 Data Bit 2 3 DIO3 Data Bit 3 4 DIO4 Data Bit 4 5 EOI End o
29. entation of the VISA standard an interface independent software that provides a unified programming interface for VXI GPIB and serial instruments Non maskable interrupt high priority interrupt that cannot be disabled by another interrupt It is used to report malfunctions such as parity bus and math coprocessor errors Peripheral Component Interconnect The PCI bus is a high performance 32 bit or 64 bit bus with multiplexed address and data lines Personal Computer Memory Card International Association any hardware device connected to a computer such as a monitor keyboard printer plotter disk or tape drive graphics tablet scanner mouse and so on Power On Self Configuration PCI eXtensions for Instrumentation an open implementation of CompactPCI that adds electrical features that meet the high performance requirements of instrumentation applications by providing triggering local buses and system clock capabilities PXI also offers two way interoperability with CompactPCI products Random Access Memory the computer s primary workspace Random Access Memory Digital to Analog Converter the VGA controller chip that maintains the color palette and converts data from memory into analog signals for the monitor hardware settings used by devices in a computer system including ISA interrupt level DMA channel and I O address PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Glossary RMS RTC slave SO DIMM SRAM ST Star Tr
30. es Configuration and Installation Configuring the PXI 8140RT Series This section describes how to configure the following options e System RAM e System CMOS e Serial IRQ INTP and INTS connection Ethernet power on defaults Installed System RAM You can change the amount of installed RAM on the PXI 8140RT Series by installing DRAM SO DIMMs Refer to Appendix A Specifications for more information on SO DIMMs System CMOS The PXI 8140RT contains a backed up memory used to store BIOS defaults and configuration information To clear the CMOS contents short the pins of W1 as shown in Figure 2 3b Plug the unit back into the mainframe and apply power momentarily Turn the power back off and remove the unit Place the jumper back in the default state UN Caution Do not keep these two pins short circuited The computer cannot sustain the CMOS memory when the power is turned off if you leave these two pins shorted wi w1 a Normal Operation Default b Clear CMOS Contents Figure 2 3 System CMOS PXI 8140RT Series User Manual 2 4 ni com Chapter 2 PXI 8140RT Series Configuration and Installation Figure 2 4 shows the BIOS protect configuration options To overwrite the BIOS short the pins of W2 as shown in Figure 2 4b w2 W2 a Normal Operation Default b Overwrite BIOS Figure 2 4 BIOS Protect Configuration Serial IRQ INTP and INTS You can use jumper settings on the PXI 8140
31. ettings This section summarizes the hardware default settings for the PXI 8140RT Series for easy reference The module is set at the factory for the most commonly used configuration Table 2 1 lists the factory default settings and options for the onboard jumpers and switches Table 2 1 PXI 8140RT Series Hardware Default Settings BIOS operation Jumper Switch Default Setting Optional Setting W1 CPU Board Disabled Normal Clear CMOS CMOS Clear CMOS operation W2 BIOS Protect Disabled Normal Overwrite BIOS Select W3 CPU Board Serial IRQ Connected a No Connection INTS Connection to INTS b IRQI5 W4 CPU Board Watchdog NMI a IRQ14 INTP Connection b No Connection S1 GPIB Interrupt IRQ 11 IRQ5 National Instruments Corporation PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Chapter 2 PXI 8140RT Series Configuration and Installation Table 2 1 PXI 8140RT Series Hardware Default Settings Continued Jumper Switch Default Setting Optional Setting S2 Safe Mode Select Normal Mode Software Safe Mode S3 Serial Redirect Normal Operation Serial Redirection IPRST NRML Normal Operation Reset IP Address NOAPP NRML Normal Operation Halt Application Execution Figure 2 1 shows the location and factory default settings of the configuration switches and jumpers on the PXI 8140RT Series NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS COPYRIGHT 200
32. igger Slot USB VGA PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Root mean squared See gRMS Real Time Clock an electronic circuit that maintains the time of day and can also provide timing signals for timesharing operations seconds A functional part of a PXI device that detects data transfer cycles initiated by a PXI bus master and responds to the transfers when the address specifies one of the device s registers Small Outline Dual In line Memory Module Static RAM a memory chip that requires power to hold its content It does not require refresh circuitry as a dynamic RAM chip but it does take up more space and uses more power Start Trigger This slot is located at Slot 2 in a PXI mainframe and has a dedicated trigger line between each peripheral slot This slot would be used for a module with ST functionality that can provide individual triggers to all other peripherals Universal Serial Bus Volts Video Graphics Array the minimum video display standard for all PCs Watts G 6 ni com Index A adding RAM A 3 BIOS BIOS protect switch settings figure 2 5 C CMOS See also BIOS configuration 2 4 default jumper and switch settings table 2 1 switch settings figure 2 4 COMI1 and COM2 C 5 connector signals table C 5 connectors location and pinout figure C 5 CompactFlash memory installing 2 3 configuration See also installation CMOS 2 4 default settings 2 1 electrostatic discharge dam
33. ion Revision 2 0 National Instruments Corporation Serialized IRQ Support for PCI Systems Specification Revision 6 0 Compaq Computer et al X ni com Introduction This chapter describes the PXI 8140RT Series of embedded PXI computers and lists optional equipment and software Overview The PXI 8140RT Series consists of the PXI 8145RT and the PXI 8146RT PXI system controllers as shown in the following illustrations Refer to Appendix C Front Panel and Connectors to determine the purpose for each connector on the module Figure 1 1 shows a PXI 8145RT model R fbn POEZ NN gi gt fi i EK Figure 1 1 PXI 8145RT Embedded Computer National Instruments Corporation 1 1 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Figure 1 2 shows a PXI 8146RT model Figure 1 2 PXI 8146RT Embedded Computer The PXI 8140RT Series controllers are 3U PXI CompactPCI embedded computers based on the Peripheral Component Interface PCI bus and Industry Standard Architecture ISA These computers are high performance easy to use platforms for controlling PCI systems featuring complete PXI PCI eXtensions for Instrumentation functionality through interactive utilities In addition the PXI 8146RT has an TEEE 488 2 interface that is compatible with the NI 488 2 architecture The PXI 8140RT Series
34. nce Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Class B Federal Communications Commission This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Canadian Department of Communications This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respect
35. ng the high performance of PCI as well as the small size and ruggedness of a rack mount system Direct Current Dual In line Memory Module Direct Memory Access a method by which data is transferred between devices and internal memory without intervention of the central processing unit Dynamic RAM Random Access Memory storage that the computer must refresh at frequent intervals Extended Capabilities Parallel Extended Data Out Electronically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory G 2 ni com embedded controller EMC EMI EPP expansion ROM FCC GPIB amp RMS IDE IEEE National Instruments Corporation G 3 Glossary An intelligent CPU controller interface plugged directly into the PXI backplane giving it direct access to the PXI bus It must have all of its required PXI interface capabilities built in Electromagnetic Compatibility electromagnetic interference Enhanced Parallel Port An onboard EEPROM that may contain device specific initialization and system boot functionality Federal Communications Commission 1 grams 2 A measure of acceleration equal to 9 8 m s General Purpose Interface Bus IEEE 488 A measure of random vibration The root mean square of acceleration levels in a random vibration test profile hertz cycles per second Integrated Drive Electronics hard disk and built in controller Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers inches PXI 8140RT Series User M
36. o take to avoid being electrically shocked Bold text denotes items that you must select or click on in the software such as menu items and dialog box options Bold text also denotes parameter names Italic text denotes variables emphasis a cross reference or an introduction to a key concept This font also denotes text that is a placeholder for a word or value that you must supply Text in this font denotes text or characters that you should enter from the keyboard sections of code programming examples and syntax examples This font is also used for the proper names of disk drives paths directories National Instruments Corporation ix PXI 8140RT Series User Manual About This Manual PXI 8140RT Series programs subprograms subroutines device names functions operations variables filenames and extensions and code excerpts The terms PXI 8140RT Series and PXI 8140RT refer to a series of 3U PXI controllers Currently this series consists of the PXI 8145RT and PXI 8146RT Related Documentation PXI 8140RT Series User Manual The following documents contain information that you might find helpful as you read this manual PICMG 2 0 R2 1 CompactPCI Specification PCI Industrial Computers Manufacturers Group TEEE Standard P1284 1 1997 C MM Standard for Information Technology for Transport Independent Printer System Interface PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2 1 PCI Special Interest Group PXI Specificat
37. r Identify 6 DAV Data Valid 7 NRFD Not Ready for Data 8 NDAC Not Data Accepted 9 IFC Interface Clear PXI 8140RT Series User Manual C 6 ni com Appendix C Front Panel and Connectors Table C 3 GPIB Connector Signals Continued Pin Signal Name Signal Description 10 SRQ Service Request 11 ATN Attention 12 SHIELD Chassis ground 13 DIOS Data Bit 5 14 DIO6 Data Bit 6 15 DIO7 Data Bit 7 16 DIO8 Data Bit 8 17 REN Remote Enable 18 25 GND Logic Ground National Instruments Corporation C 7 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Appendix C Front Panel and Connectors PXI Connectors Figure C 6 shows the location and pinouts for the PXI connector on the PXI 8140RT Series Table C 4 shows the P2 connector pinouts for the PXI connector as it applies to the system controller slot Slot 1 Table C 5 shows the P1 connector pinouts i Q 22 P2 Connector o0000 P1 Connector j gt 20000 O Q Figure C 6 PXI Connector Locations and Pinouts PXI 8140RT Series User Manual C 8 ni com Appendix C Front Panel and Connectors Table C 4 P2 Connector Pinouts for the System Controller Slot
38. rence Compliance Determining FCC Class The Federal Communications Commission FCC has rules to protect wireless communications from interference The FCC places digital electronics into two classes These classes are known as Class A for use in industrial commercial locations only or Class B for use in residential or commercial locations Depending on where it is operated this product could be subject to restrictions in the FCC rules In Canada the Department of Communications DOC of Industry Canada regulates wireless interference in much the same way Digital electronics emit weak signals during normal operation that can affect radio television or other wireless products By examining the product you purchased you can determine the FCC Class and therefore which of the two FCC DOC Warnings apply in the following sections Some products may not be labeled at all for FCC if so the reader should then assume these are Class A devices FCC Class A products only display a simple warning statement of one paragraph in length regarding interference and undesired operation Most of our products are FCC Class A The FCC rules have restrictions regarding the locations where FCC Class A products can be operated FCC Class B products display either a FCC ID code starting with the letters EXN Trade Name Model Number or the FCC Class B compliance mark that appears as shown here on the right FE Tested to Comply with FCC Standards Consult th
39. still cannot find the answers you need contact your local office or National Instruments corporate Phone numbers for our worldwide offices are listed at the front of this manual PXI 8140RT Series User Manual D 2 ni com Glossary Prefix Meaning Value n nano 10 u micro 10 6 m milli 10 3 k kilo 103 M mega 106 G giga 10 Symbols j degrees Q ohms percent A A amperes AC Alternating Current ASIC application specific integrated circuit B B bytes backplane An assembly typically a printed circuit board with connectors and signal paths that bus the connector pins National Instruments Corporation G 1 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Glossary BIOS cache CMOS CompactPCI DC DIMM DMA DRAM E ECP EDO EEPROM PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Basic Input Output System BIOS functions are the fundamental level of any PC or compatible computer BIOS functions embody the basic operations needed for successful use of the computer s hardware resources Celsius Small portion of high speed memory used for temporary storage of frequently used data Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor a process used in making chips An adaptation of the PCI specification for industrial and or embedded applications that require a more robust mechanical form factor than desktop PCI CompactPCI provides a standard form factor for those applications requiri
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43. unctions include routines for analog input A D conversion buffered data acquisition high speed A D conversion analog output D A conversion waveform generation digital I O counter timer operations SCXI RTSI self calibration messaging and acquiring data to extended memory NI VISA is the National Instruments implementation of the VISA specification VISA is a uniform API for communicating and controlling Serial GPIB PXI VXI and various other types of instruments This API aids in the creation of more portable applications and instrument drivers For information on writing your own PXI instrument driver with NI VISA see the NI VISA Getting Started manual The PXI 8140RT Series controllers are specifically designed to use LabVIEW RT For more information refer to your LabVIEW RT manual National Instruments Corporation 1 5 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual PXI 8140RT Series Configuration and Installation This chapter contains instructions for configuring and installing the PXI 8140RT Series embedded computer Unless otherwise noted these instructions apply to all models in the PXI 8140RT Series which currently consists of the PXI 8145RT and the PXI 8146RT UN Caution Electrostatic discharge can damage several components on your PXI 8140RT module To avoid such damage in handling the module touch the antistatic plastic package to a metal part of your PXI mainframe before removing the module from the package Default S
44. ve the Unit from the PXI Mainframe The PXI 8140RT Series is designed for easy handling If you later decide to change any of the jumper settings or the amount of DRAM installed on the module remove the unit from the PXI mainframe as follows 1 Remove the bracket retaining screws in the front panel 2 Press the injector ejector handle down 3 Slide the unit out of the mainframe National Instruments Corporation 2 9 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Specifications This appendix lists the electrical mechanical and environmental specifications of the PXI 8140RT Series embedded computer and describes how to add RAM Electrical PXI 8145RT 266 MHz MMX Processor FBS V aiaeei vested a rS 2 8 A typical 5 0 A maximum FIV r nN E exist RA R 230 mA typical 500 mA maximum FIZ Vonnie a ANEA 10 mA typical 100 mA maximum a2 V E RE 5 mA typical 100 mA maximum PXI 8146RT 266 MHz MMX Processor FIV onare aN 3 0 A typical 5 0 A maximum 5 Ve T A 230 mA typical 500 mA maximum E A E EEE ETS 10 mA typical 100 mA maximum EE EEE E 5 mA typical 100 mA maximum Physical Board dimensions ccccccseeeeeseseeeeees PXI 3U size module 8 1 by 13 by 21 6 cm 3 2 by 5 1 by 8 5 in Slot requirements 0 eee eee eeeeee One system slot plus one controller expansion slot National Instruments Corporation A 1 PXI 8140RT Series User Manual Appendix A Specifications Compatibility 00 eee eeeeseeeeeeeee Fully compatible with PX
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