National Instruments 1483R Specifications
NI 1483R User Guide and Specifications
The NI 1483R is an image acquisition device that supports Base, Medium, Full, and Extended Full
(80-bit) configuration Camera Link-compatible cameras. The NI 1483R is comprised of an
NI FlexRIO
how to install and configure the NI 1483R, how to acquire images using a LabVIEW FPGA example
VI, and lists the specifications for the NI 1483.
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FPGA module and an NI FlexRIO adapter module (NI 1483). This document explains
Required Components
The following items are necessary to set up and use the NI 1483R:
❑ NI FlexRIO adapter module (NI 1483)
❑ NI FlexRIO FPGA module
❑ The following software packages:
– LabVIEW 2010 or later
– LabVIEW FPGA Module 2010 or later
– NI-RIO 4.0 or later driver software
– NI-IMAQ 4.6.1 or later driver software, included with NI Vision Acquisition Software
September 2011
– (Optional) NI Vision Development Module 2010 or later for creating machine vision
applications
Refer to Step 1. Install Application Software and Driver for information about software support.
NI FlexRIO
FPGA Module
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❑ One of the following system considerations:
– PXI/CompactPCI or PXI Express/CompactPCI Express chassis with a PXI/CompactPCI or a
PXI Express/CompactPCI Express embedded controller
– MXI kit and a PC running Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000
❑ Cables for connecting a Camera Link-compatible camera to the NI 1483. Refer to the Connectivity
Options section for a list of applicable cables and accessories.
Step 1. Install Application Software and Driver
Before installing the NI 1483, you must install the application software and device driver. Install the
software in the following order:
1. LabVIEW—Refer to the LabVIEW Release Notes for installation instructions for LabVIEW
and system requirements for the LabVIEW software. Refer to the LabVIEW Upgrade Notes for
additional information about upgrading to the most recent version of LabVIEW for Windows.
Documentation for LabVIEW is available by selecting Start»All Programs»National
Instruments»LabVIEW»LabVIEW Manuals.
2. LabVIEW FPGA Module—Refer to the LabVIEW FPGA Module Release and Upgrade Notes
for installation instructions and information about getting started with the LabVIEW FPGA
Module.
Documentation for the LabVIEW FPGA Module is available by selecting Start»All Programs»
National Instruments»LabVIEW»LabVIEW Manuals.
3. NI-RIO—Refer to the NI-RIO Readme on the NI-RIO installation media for system requirements
and installation instructions for the NI-RIO driver.
Documentation for the NI-RIO driver software is available by selecting Start»All Programs»
National Instruments»NI-RIO.
4. NI-IMAQ—Refer to the NI Vision Acquisition Software Release Notes on the NI Vision
Acquisition Software installation media for system requirements and installation instructions for
the NI-IMAQ driver.
Documentation for the NI-IMAQ driver software is available by selecting Start»All Programs»
National Instruments»Vision»Documentation»NI-IMAQ.
5. (Optional) NI Vision Development Module—Refer to the NI Vision Development Module
Readme on the NI Vision Development Module installation media for system requirements and
installation instructions.
Documentation for the NI Vision Development Module is available by selecting Start»All
Programs»National Instruments»Vision»Documentation»NI Vision.
Step 2. Install the NI 1483
This section describes how to unpack and install the NI FlexRIO FPGA module and the NI 1483.
Note You must install the software before installing the hardware. For software installation
information, refer to Step 1. Install Application Software and Driver.
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Unpacking
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The NI FlexRIO FPGA module and the NI 1483 are shipped in antistatic packages to prevent
electrostatic discharge from damaging device components. To prevent such damage when handling
the device, take the following precautions:
• Ground yourself using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded object, such as your computer
chassis.
• Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis before removing the device
from the package.
Caution Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.
Remove the device from the package and inspect the devices for loose components or any other sign
of damage. Notify National Instruments if the device appears damaged in any way. Do not install a
damaged device into the chassis.
Store the NI FlexRIO FPGA module and NI 1483 in the antistatic envelopes when not in use.
Installing the NI FlexRIO FPGA Module
Complete the following steps to install an NI FlexRIO FPGA module:
Note You must install the software before installing the hardware. For software installation
information, refer to Step 1. Install Application Software and Driver.
Caution Refer to the Read Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility document packaged
with your PXI/PXI Express chassis or device before removing equipment covers or connecting or
disconnecting any signal wires.
1. Power off and unplug the PXI/PXI Express chassis. Refer to your chassis manual to install or
configure the chassis.
2. Identify a supported PXI/PXI Express slot in the chassis. Figure 2 shows the symbols that indicate
the slot types for a PXI/PXI Express chassis.
1 PXI Express System Controller Slot
2 PXI Peripheral Slots
3 PXI Express Hybrid Peripheral Slots
Figure 2. Symbols for PXI Express/PXI Express Hybrid/PXI Slots
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only in PXI Express slots and PXI Express Hybrid slots. Refer to the chassis documentation for details.
Tip PXI NI FlexRIO FPGA modules are compatible with PXI slots and PXI Express Hybrid slots.
PXIe NI FlexRIO FPGA modules are compatible with PXI Express slots and PXI Express Hybrid
slots. National Instruments does not recommend using NI FlexRIO FPGA modules in PXI Express
System Timing slots because the boards do not have timing features.
3. Remove the filler panel of an unused PXI/PXI Express slot.
4. Touch any metal part of the chassis to discharge any static electricity.
5. Place the PXI/PXI Express module edges into the module guides at the top and bottom of the
chassis, and slide the module into the chassis until the module is fully inserted, as shown in
Figure 3.
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Figure 3. Installing an NI FlexRIO FPGA Module in the PXI/PXI Express Chassis
6. Secure the device front panel to the chassis front panel mounting rail using the front-panel
mounting screws.
7. Plug in and power on the PXI/PXI Express chassis.
Confirming the Device is Recognized
To confirm that the device is recognized, complete the following additional steps:
1. Select Start»All Programs»National Instruments»Measurement & Automation to open
Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX).
2. Expand Devices and Interfaces.
3. Verify that the device appears under Devices and Interfaces»RIO Devices.
Installing the NI 1483
Complete the following steps to connect the NI FlexRIO adapter module to the NI FlexRIO FPGA
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1. Gently insert the guide pins and the high-density card edge of the NI 1483 into the corresponding
connectors of the NI FlexRIO FPGA module, as shown in Figure 4. The connection may be tight,
but do not force the adapter module into place.
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2. Tighten the captive screws on the NI 1483 to secure it to the NI FlexRIO FPGA module.
Step 3. Connect Signals
This section describes the Base configuration 26-pin SDR connector, the Medium/Full configuration
26-pin SDR connector, and the 15-pin D-Sub connector on the NI 1483.
SDR Connectors
Figure 5 shows the NI 1483 Base configuration 26-pin SDR connector assignments. Refer to Table 1 for
a description of the signals.
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Table 1. NI 1483 Base Configuration SDR Signal Descriptions
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Signal Name Description
X<3..0>± Base configuration data and enable signals from the camera to the NI 1483.
XCLK± Transmission clock on the Base configuration chip for Camera Link
communication between the NI 1483 and the camera.
SerTC± Serial transmission to the camera from the NI 1483.
SerTFG± Serial transmission to the NI 1483 from the camera.
CC<4..1>± Four LVDS pairs, defined as camera inputs and NI 1483 outputs, reserved
for camera control. On some cameras, the camera controls allow the
NI 1483 to control exposure time and frame rate.
Figure 6 shows the NI 1483 Medium/Full configuration 26-pin SDR connector assignments. Refer to
Table 2 for a description of the signals.
Figure 6. NI 1483 Medium/Full Configuration SDR Connector Pin Assignments
Signal Name Description
Y<3..0>± Medium configuration data and enable signals from the camera to the
YCLK± Transmission clock on the Medium configuration chip for Camera Link
Z<3..0>± Full configuration data and enable signals from the camera to the NI 1483.
ZCLK± Transmission clock on the Full configuration chip for Camera Link
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Table 2. NI 1483 Medium/Full Configuration SDR Signal Descriptions
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communication between the NI 1483 and the camera.
communication between the NI 1483 and the camera.
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