National Instruments NI 8234 Getting Started

Getting Started with the NI 8234

The NI 8234 is a Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) interface device for PXI Express (PXIe) or CompactPCI Express (cPCIe). This document describes how to install and configure the necessary hardware and software components to begin using the NI 8234.

What You Need to Get Started

You need the following items to set up and use the NI 8234.

❑ NI 8234 GigE interface device

❑ GigE Vision compliant camera

❑ Ethernet cable

❑ PXIe/cPCIe computer running Microsoft Windows Vista/XP/2000 with at least one available slot

Note The NI 8234 card will work in any standard peripheral slot of a cPCIe chassis adhering to the

PICMG CompactPCI Express EXP.0 R1.0 specification, or in a peripheral slot of a PXIe chassis that is compatible with the PXI Express Hardware Specification, Revision 1.0 or later.

Note Vis it ni.com/info and enter rdvisionvista for more information about

National Instruments image acquisition device compatibility with Windows Vista.

❑ NI Vision Acquisition Software 8.2.1 or later, which includes the NI-IMAQdx driver software

❑ Optional software for developing applications:

– NI Vision Builder for Automated Inspection

– NI Vision Development Module

–LabVIEW

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– LabWindows

– Microsoft Visual Basic

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Safety Information

Caution The following paragraphs contain important safety information you must follow when

installing and operating the device.

Do not operate the device in a manner not specified in the documentation. Misuse of the device may result in a hazard and may compromise the safety protection built into the device. If the device is damaged, turn it off and do not use it until service-trained personnel can check its safety. If necessary, return the device to National Instruments for repair.

Keep away from live circuits. Do not remove equipment covers or shields unless you are trained to do so. If signal wires are connected to the device, hazardous voltages can exist even when the equipment is turned off. To avoid a shock hazard, do not perform procedures involving cover or shield removal unless you are qualified to do so. Disconnect all field power prior to removing covers or shields.

If the device is rated for use with hazardous voltages (>30 V

, 42.4 Vpk, or 60 Vdc), it may require a

rms

safety earth-ground connection wire. Refer to the device specifications for maximum voltage ratings.

Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install unauthorized parts or modify the device. Use the device only with the chassis, modules, accessories, and cables specified in the installation instructions. All covers and filler panels must be installed while operating the device.

Do not operate the device in an explosive atmosphere or where flammable gases or fumes may be present. Operate the device only at or below the pollution degree stated in the specifications. Pollution consists of any foreign matter—solid, liquid, or gas—that may reduce dielectric strength or surface resistivity. The following is a description of pollution degrees.

• Pollution Degree 1—No pollution or only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. The pollution has no effect.

• Pollution Degree 2—Normally only nonconductive pollution occurs. Occasionally, nonconductive pollution becomes conductive because of condensation.

• Pollution Degree 3—Conductive pollution or dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. Nonconductive pollution becomes conductive because of condensation.

Clean the device and accessories by brushing off light dust with a soft, nonmetallic brush. Remove other contaminants with a stiff, nonmetallic brush. The unit must be completely dry and free from contaminants before returning it to service.

Yo u must insulate signal connections for the maximum voltage for which the device is rated. Do not exceed the maximum ratings for the device. Remove power from signal lines before connection to or disconnection from the device.

Caution National Instruments measurement products may be classified as either Measurement

Category I or II. Operate products at or below the Measurement Category level specified in the hardware specifications.

Measurement Category

: Measurement circuits are subjected to working voltages2 and transient stresses (overvoltage) from the circuit to which they are connected during measurement or test. Measurement Category establishes standardized impulse withstand voltage levels that commonly occur

Measurement Categories as defined in electrical safety standard IEC 61010-1.

Working voltage is the highest rms value of an AC or DC voltage that can occur across any particular insulation.

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in electrical distribution systems. The following is a description of Measurement (Installation1) Categories:

• Measurement Category I is for measurements performed on circuits not directly connected to the

• Measurement Category II is for measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the

• Measurement Category III is for measurements performed in the building installation at the

• Measurement Category IV is for measurements performed at the primary electrical supply

Unpacking

The NI 8234 ships in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging device components. To avoid such damage in handling the device, take the following precautions:

1. Ground yourself using a grounding strap or by touching a grounded object, such as the computer

2. Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the chassis before removing the device from the

electrical distribution system referred to as MAINS

voltage. This category is for measurements of voltages from specially protected secondary circuits. Such voltage measurements include signal levels, special equipment, limited-energy parts of equipment, circuits powered by regulated low-voltage sources, and electronics.

electrical distribution system. This category refers to local-level electrical distribution, such as that provided by a standard wall outlet (e.g., 115 V for U.S. or 230 V for Europe). Examples of Measurement Category II are measurements performed on household appliances, portable tools, and similar products.

distribution level. This category refers to measurements on hard-wired equipment such as equipment in fixed installations, distribution boards, and circuit breakers. Other examples are wiring, including cables, bus-bars, junction boxes, switches, socket-outlets in the fixed installation, and stationary motors with permanent connections to fixed installations.

installation (<1,000 V). Examples include electricity meters and measurements on primary overcurrent protection devices and on ripple control units.

chassis.

package.

Caution Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.

3. Remove the device from the package and inspect the device for loose components or any sign of damage. Notify NI if the device appears damaged in any way. Do not install a damaged device into the PXIe/cPCIe chassis.

Store the NI 8234 in the antistatic package when not in use.

Installation

The following instructions are for general installation. Refer to the documentation provided by your computer manufacturer for specific instructions and warnings. Refer to the Specifications section for a list of the typical power requirements for the NI 8234.

1. Install the NI Vision Acquisition Software before installing the NI 8234. Refer to the NI Vision Acquisition Software Release Notes for specific installation instructions.

2. Power off and unplug the PXIe/cPCIe chassis.

Measurement Category is also referred to as Installation Category.

MAINS is defined as the (hazardous live) electrical supply system to which equipment is designed to be connected for the purpose of powering the equipment. Suitably rated measuring circuits may be connected to the MAINS for measuring purposes.

Caution To protect yourself and the computer from electrical hazards, the chassis must remain

unplugged until the installation is complete.

Note If you are using a PXIe chassis, the NI 8234 must be installed in a PXIe or hybrid peripheral

slot. Consult your PXI chassis manual for the location of these slots.

3. Touch a metal part of the chassis to discharge any static electricity that might be on your clothes or body. Static electricity can damage the device.

4. Make sure the injector/ejector handle is in its downward position. Be sure to remove all connector packaging and protective caps from retaining screws on the module. Align the NI 8234 with the card guides on the top and bottom of the peripheral slot.

Caution Do not raise the injector/ejector handle as you insert the NI 8234. It will not insert properly

unless the handle is in its downward position so that it does not interfere with the injector/ejector rail on the chassis, as shown in Figure 1.

5. Hold the handle as you slowly slide the module into the chassis until the handle catches on the injector/ejector rail.

Caution Installing a PXIe/cPCIe device into a non-PXIe/cPCIe slot can damage both the chassis

motherboard and the device. If you are unsure of the differences between the connector types, do not install the device. Refer to the documentation provided by your chassis manufacturer to determine the correct slot in which to install the NI 8234.

NI PXIe-1062Q

1 PXI Express/CompactPCI Express Chassis 2 Ejector Handle

Figure 1. NI 8234 Installation

6. Raise the injector/ejector handle until the module firmly seats into the backplane receptacle connectors. The front panel of the NI 8234 should be even with the front panel of the chassis.

7. Tighten the bracket-retaining screws on the top and bottom of the front panel to secure the NI 8234 to the chassis.

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3 Screws 4 Chassis Slot Markings

8. Connect the Ethernet cable to your camera. Refer to your camera manufacturer documentation for specific instructions about how to connect the cable to your camera.

9. Connect the Ethernet cable to one of the RJ-45 connectors on the NI 8234 front panel.

10. Plug in and power on the PXIe/cPCIe chassis.

The NI 8234 is now installed and the camera is connected.

Configuring the NI 8234

After you have installed the NI 8234 and powered on your computer, Windows will recognize the device and assign resources to it. Use Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX), the National Instruments configuration utility, to configure a GigE Vision compliant camera connected to the NI 8234 for acquisition. Refer to the Measurement and Automation Explorer Help for NI-IMAQdx for more information about how to configure the NI 8234.

Note Before configuring the device in MAX, ensure that you installed the NI-IMAQdx driver

software.

Specifications

The following specifications apply to the NI 8234 interface device. These specifications are typical at 25 °C, unless otherwise stated.

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions ............................................................10.0 cm × 16.0 cm (3.9 in. × 6.2 in.)

Camera interface .................................................... Two RJ-45 connectors

Slot requirements ................................................... One peripheral slot supporting a x4 PCIe connection

CompactPCI Express compliance.......................... Version 1.0a

Compatibility ......................................................... PXI Express Specification 1.0

Weight ....................................................................158 g (5.5 oz)

Native link width.................................................... x4

(either PXIe/cCPIe slot or PXIe hybrid slot)

CompactPCI Express Specification 1.0

Signaling

Ethernet..................................................................1000Base-T compliant on four pairs of Category 5

cable

Power Requirements

Typical....................................................................0.375 A at 3.3V

0.36 A at 5V

1.19 A at 1.8V

5.2 W maximum

Environment

The NI 8234 is intended for indoor use only.

Ambient temperature range ...................................0 to 50 °C

Operating relative humidity ...................................10 to 90%, noncondensing

Pollution Degree ....................................................2

Caution Do not use the NI 8234 for connection to signals within Measurement Categories II, III,

or IV.

Approved at altitudes up to 2,000 m.

Storage Environment

Ambient temperature range ...................................– 40 to 70 °C

Relative humidity...................................................10 to 90%, noncondensing

Safety

This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of safety:

• IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-01

• UL 60950-1, CSA 60950-1

Electromagnetic Compatibility

This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of EMC for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:

• EN 61326 EMC requirements; Minimum Immunity

• EN 55011 Emissions; Group 1, Class A

• CE, C-Tick, ICES, and FCC Part 15 Emissions; Class A

Note For EMC compliance, operate this device to product documentation.

CE Compliance

This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives, as amended for CE marking, as follows:

• 73/23/EEC; Low-Voltage Directive (safety)

• 89/336/EEC; Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)

Note Refer to the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for this product for any additional

regulatory compliance information. To obtain the DoC for this product, visit

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If this equipment does cause harmful interference to television or radio 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 means:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Caution If the device is changed or modified, the user may void his or her authority to operate the

equipment.

Note This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note Refer to the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for this product for any additional regulatory

compliance information. To obtain the DoC for this product, visit search by model number or product line, and click the appropriate link in the Certification column.

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ni.com/environment. This page contains the environmental regulations and directives with which

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