This document includes an overview and specifications for the
NI PMA-1115 Portable Monitor Accessory.
Overview
The National Instruments PMA-1115 is a monitor and keyboard accessory
for use with NI 8-slot PXI chassis. It includes the following features:
•15 in. high-brightness TFT LCD touch screen panel
•105-key English keyboard and touchpad
•Hardware for mounting to NI 8-slot PXI chassis
•Anti-glare tempered glass for LCD protection
•VGA and DVI connectivity to the LCD
•USB connectivity to the touch screen, keyboard, and touchpad
•Sheetmetal construction
•Universal AC/DC power supply with Y-cable for single wall
connection
•RoHS compliance
For complete PXI system configuration information, refer to
pxiadvisor
Shipping Components
The NI PMA-1115 kit includes the following items:
•NI PMA-1115
•Adapter plate and mounting hardware
•Y-splitter power cable
•12 V DC/AC power adapter
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•Video cabling to connect PMA-1115 to PXI controller
•Right-angle-to-vertical USB cable
•Driver CD
•Cable ties to organize power cabling
•Interlocking fastener to secure power adapter
The NI PMA-1115 includes a complete mounting kit for attachment to any
NI 8-Slot PXI chassis. This kit contains an adapter plate with provisions to
relocate the carrying handle as well as all required fasteners.
Complete the following instructions to install the NI PMA-1115.
1.Place chassis on its left side, as shown in Figure 1. Remove and discard
the bottom feet and screws.
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1 Bottom feet
Figure 1. PXI 8-Slot Chassis On Left Side
2.Using a small flat-head screwdriver, carefully remove the handle
covers, as shown in Figure 2.
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1 Handle covers2 Handle assembly
Figure 2. Removing the Handle
3.Remove the handle from the chassis. Retain the handle. Discard the
screws.
4.Attach the adapter plate to the chassis using the supplied M4 × 8
pan-head screws, as shown in Figure 3.
5.Reinstall the handle using the supplied 4-40 × 5/16 pan-head screws,
as shown in Figure 4. Reinstall the handle covers by snapping them
over the handle mounting plates.
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1 Handle covers24-40× 5/16 pan-head screws
Figure 4. Reinstalling the Handle and Handle Covers
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6.Orient the chassis and PMA-1115 as shown in Figure 5. Install the
remaining M4 × 8 pan-head screws.
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Figure 5. Installing the PMA-1115
7.Open the keyboard and LCD, as shown in Figure 6. Install the supplied
6-32 × 3/8 flat-head screws in the lower corners of the PMA-1115.
8.If desired, use the provided interlocking fastener to attach the
AC adapter to the unit. One suggested location is shown in Figure 7.
Cable ties are also provided to organize the power cabling.
Figure 7. Suggested Location for Attaching AC Adapter
Note
Do not place the AC adapter over any vent holes on the chassis cover, as this may
cause chassis cooling issues.
System Configuration
The On-Screen Display (OSD) controls on the side of the PMA-1115
provide standby functionality, as well as standard video adjustments for the
LCD. The touch screen can be configured and calibrated through the
TouchKit software found on the provided driver CD.
Note The video resolution of the PXI Controller must be set to 1024 × 768 or lower.
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Ordering Information
To order the NI PMA-1115 kit or power cords, refer to the following kit
numbers.
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