The NI 653x cable adapter interfaces with National Instruments high-speed
digital I/O (DIO) devices. The cable adapter provides an easy way to
connect the Very High Density Connector Interface (VHDCI) connectors,
labeled as Digital Data & Control, on the newer NI 6535/6536/6537
devices to the 68-pin DAQ connectors found on older NI 6533/6534
accessories and fixturing. The 653x cable adapter is also compatible with
the NI 654x and NI 655x digital pattern generator/analyzer devices.
For best signal integrity, NI recommends using the NI 6535/6536/6537
devices with newer accessories such as the NI CB-2162 and NI SMB-2163.
This guide explains how to set up and use the NI 653x cable adapter.
Contents
What You Need to Get Started ............................................................... 2
Related Documentation........................................................................... 2
Parts Locator Diagram ............................................................................ 3
Where to Go for Support......................................................................... 14
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What You Need to Get Started
To set up and use the NI 653x cable adapter, you need the following items:
❑ NI SHC68-C68-D2 or NI C68-C68-D4 cable assembly
(for NI 6535/6536/6537/654x/655x devices)
❑ Compatible NI high-speed digital I/O device
(NI 6535/6536/6537/654x/655x)
❑ (Optional) 22- to 26-gauge wire
❑ (Optional) The documentation included with the NI high-speed DIO
device and the driver software included with your device
❑ (Optional) NI 6533 or NI 6534 supported terminal block
Related Documentation
National Instruments high-speed DIO devices ship with several documents
designed to familiarize you with different aspects of the device. The titles
and location of the documents vary based on the driver that supports the
NI device, but you should have the following types of documentation:
•Getting Started Guide—This printed document should be the first
thing you read. Its purpose is to guide you through setting up the
high-speed DIO device and configuring it to generate or acquire your
first samples.
•Help—This online document provides more in-depth information
about the hardware capabilities of the high-speed DIO device, theory
of operation discussion, and information on programming flow and
software reference.
•Specifications—This printed document provides specifications for the
NI hardware.
Vis it
ni.com/manuals for the most current documentation.
You also may have documentation for any application development
environment (ADE) you are using.
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Parts Locator Diagram
Refer to Figure 1 to locate connectors and components on the NI 653x
cable adapter.
1
2
8
7
6
1 Enclosure Base
2 Jacksockets (M2.5 Screw, #2-56 Socket)
3 68-Pin DAQ Connector
4 Enclosure Top Cover
3
4
5
653X CABLE ADAPTER
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Remove screws on this side of
enclosure to access terminals.
5 M2.5 x 6 mm Philips Flathead Countersunk Screws
6 Terminal Connectors
7 VHDCI Connector
8 #2-56 Custom Screw
Figure 1. NI 653x Cable Adapter Parts Locator Diagram
An SHC68-C68-D2 or C68-C68-D4 cable connects the NI 653x cable
adapter to the NI high-speed DIO device. Figure 2 shows how to install the
cable.
1
DIGITAL DATA & CONTROL
653x
NI PCIe-
3
2
enclosure to access terminals.
Remove screws on this side of
653X CABLE ADAPTER
INSTRUMENTS
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4
1 PC Chassis with NI High-Speed DIO Device
2 Cable Assembly
3 Cable Jackscrews
4 NI 653x Cable Adapter
Figure 2. Connecting a SHC68-C68-D2 or C68-C68-D4 Cable
to the NI 653x Cable Adapter
Caution
Before connecting the cable, disconnect power from the NI device and any other
connected hardware to prevent damage to the hardware and personal injury. NI is not liable
for damage resulting from improper connections.
Refer to Figure 2 as you complete the following steps to install the cable
adapter:
1.Insert the cable into the cable adapter.
2.Tighten the cable jackscrews.
Caution Before attaching any cables or accessories, install the NI high-speed DIO device.
Refer to the Getting Started Guide that shipped with your device for instructions on
installing the device.
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Removing the NI 653x Cable Adapter from its Enclosure
You will need to remove the NI 653x cable adapter from its enclosure to
connect signals. To remove the cable adapter from its enclosure, complete
the following steps:
1.Remove the screws from the cable adapter enclosure top cover,
as shown in Figure 3.
1
653X CABLE ADAPTER
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INSTRUMENTS
Remove screws on this side of
enclosure to access terminals.
1 M2.5 x 6 mm Philips Flathead Countersunk Screws
Figure 3. Remove Screws from the Enclosure
2.Remove the enclosure top cover.
Note Be sure to remove the screws from side with the NI logo label, as shown in Figure 3.
The NI 653x cable adapter provides connectivity to up to 32 of the
single-ended DIO channels of an NI high-speed DIO device. Each DIO,
PFI, and clock channel of the NI high-speed DIO device connects to a
corresponding pin on the NI 653x cable adapter. The 32 DIO channels are
directly connected between the two bulk connectors. PFI <0..5> from the
NI 6535/6536/6537 VHDCI connector are connected to a 6-position screw
terminal. PFI <0..7> from the NI 6533/6534 68-pin DAQ connector are
connected to an 8-position screw terminal.
PFI channels must be manually connected through screw terminals for
flexibility and to ensure correct signal routing. You can make connections
between the PFI channels using 22- to 26-gauge wire.
The NI 6533/6534 devices have specific applications for PFI channels and
thus require custom wiring to be compatible. An example of how to make
these connections is provided in the Custom Wiring Example section.
Figure 4 shows the screw terminal locations on the NI 653x cable adapter.
C1
W1
GND +5V
J3
J2
6535/6/7 PFI
J1J4
5
4
3
2
1
0
6533/4
PFI
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
Figure 4. NI 653x Signal Connections
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Note Refer to the help file for your device for information about the number of available
DIO channels on your device. DIO <20..31> or PFI_0 may not be applicable to your
device.
Figures 5 and 6 show pinouts for the VHDCI connector and 68-pin DAQ
connector, respectively.
Caution Connections that exceed any of the maximum ratings for the NI 653x cable
adapter or the NI high-speed DIO device can damage the device and the computer.
Maximum input ratings are provided in the Specifications section and in the specifications
document that shipped with the NI high-speed DIO device. NI is not liable for any damage
resulting from such signal connections.
Table 3 shows the relationship between PFI channels and the termination
sockets.
Table 3. PFI Screw Terminals
ConnectorChannelSocket
VHDCI
PFI <0..5>J4
(NI 6535/6536/6537/654x/655x)
68-Pin DAQ Connector
PFI <0..7>J3
(NI 6533/6534)
Note Refer to the help file for your device for information about the number of available
DIO channels on your device. DIO <20..31> or PFI_0 may not be applicable to your
device.
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Custom Wiring Example
You can use different wiring schemes to connect the PFI channels in
multiple configurations. This section describes a burst handshaking
example using an NI 653x cable adapter to provide compatibility between
an NI 6533/6534 and an NI 6535/6536/6537 where the fixture is
configured to work with the NI 6533/6534. Without changing the fixture
setup, the adapter and software can be changed to maintain functionality.
The NI 653x cable adapter can be configured using 22- to 26-gauge wire as
shown in Figure 7.
C1
W1
GND +5V
ACK/Ready for Transfer
CLK OUT
REQ/Pause
J3
J2
6535/6/7 PFI
J1J4
5
4
3
2
1
0
6533/4
PFI
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
Figure 7. Example Connectivity
This custom wiring results in the signal assignments shown in the following
table.
A burst handshaking example using the NI 6533/6534 can be coded in
LabVIEW as shown in Figure 8.
Figure 8. NI 6533/6534 Burst Handshaking Application
Figure 9 shows the changes made to this LabVIEW VI to accommodate the
NI 653x cable adapter connections and provide compatibility with the
previous application using an NI 6535/6536/6537 instead of an
NI 6533/6534.
Figure 9. NI 653x Burst Handshaking Application with NI 653x Cable Adapter and
NI 6535/6536/6537 (Changes Circled)
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Specifications
Digital I/O
Traces
Power
Physical
VHDCI DIO channels............................ 32, single-ended
VHDCI control channels........................ 6, single-ended
DAQ DIO channels................................ 32, single-ended
DAQ control channels............................ 8, single-ended
Type ....................................................... Matched length to 100 mils
AC impedance........................................ 50 Ω
Maximum voltage rating........................5.5 V
Dimensions............................................. 62.7 × 69.3 × 16.7 mm
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