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The NI PXIe-1071 User Manual describes the features of the NI PXIe-1071
chassis and contains information about configuring the chassis, installing
the modules, and operating the chassis.
Related Documentation
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as you read this manual:
•IEEE 1101.1-1991, IEEE Standard for Mechanical Core
Specifications for Microcomputers Using IEC 603-2 Connectors
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Specifications for Microcomputers Using IEEE 1101.1 Equipment
Practice
This chapter describes the key features of the NI PXIe-1071 chassis and
lists the kit contents and optional equipment you can order from National
Instruments.
Unpacking
Carefully inspect the shipping container and the chassis for damage. Check
for visible damage to the metal work. Check to make sure all handles,
hardware, and switches are undamaged. Inspect the inner chassis for any
possible damage, debris, or detached components. If damage appears to
have been caused during shipment, file a claim with the carrier. Retain the
packing material for possible inspection and/or reshipment.
What You Need to Get Started
The NI PXIe-1071 chassis kit contains the following items:
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❑ NI PXIe-1071 chassis
❑ Filler panels
❑ AC power cable—refer to Table 1-1 for AC power cables
❑ NI PXIe-1071 User Manual
❑ Software media with PXI Platform Services 2.0 or higher
❑ Read Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility
Figures 1-1 and 1-2 show the key features of the NI PXIe-1071
chassis front and back panels. Figure 1-1 shows the front view of the
NI PXIe-1071. Figure 1-2 shows the rear view of the NI PXIe-1071.
Refer to Figure 1-4 for an overview of the NI PXIe-1071 architecture.
Figure 1-4. NI PXIe-1071 Backplane Architecture
System Controller Slot
The system controller slot is Slot 1 of the chassis and is a 4-Link
configuration system slot as defined by the CompactPCI Express and
PXI Express specifications. It has three system controller expansion slots
for system controller modules that are wider than one slot. These slots
allow the system controller to expand to the left to prevent the system
controller from using peripheral slots.
The backplane routes three of the system slot’s x4 PCI Express (PCIe) links
to peripheral slots. The fourth link is routed as a x1 to a PCI Express-to-PCI
bridge, providing a 32-bit/33 MHz PCI bus to the hybrid slots. Refer to
Figure 1-4 for PCI Express and PCI connectivity.
By default, the system controller will control the power supply with the
PS_ON# signals. A logic low on this line will turn the power supply on.
Note The Inhibit Mode switch on the backplane must be in the Default position for the
system controller to have control of the power supply. Refer to the Inhibit Mode Switch
section of Chapter 2, Installation and Configuration, for details about the Inhibit Mode
switch.
Hybrid Peripheral Slots
The chassis provides three hybrid peripheral slots as defined by the PXI-5
PXI Express Hardware Specification: slots 2-4. A hybrid peripheral slot
can accept the following peripheral modules:
•A PXI Express Peripheral with x4 or x1 PCI Express link to the system
•A CompactPCI Express Type-2 Peripheral with x4 or x1 PCI Express
•A hybrid-compatible PXI Peripheral module that has been modified by
•A CompactPCI 32-bit peripheral on the backplane’s 32-bit PCI bus
slot
link to the system slot
replacing the J2 connector with an XJ4 connector installed in the upper
eight rows of J2. Refer to the PXI Express Specification for details. The
PXI Peripheral communicates through the backplane’s 32-bit PCI bus.
The hybrid peripheral slots provide PXI Express functionality (excluding
DSTAR and PXI Star) and 32-bit PXI functionality except for PXI Local
Bus. The hybrid peripheral slot only connects to PXI Local Bus 6 left and
right.
PXI Local Bus
The PXI backplane local bus is a daisy-chained bus that connects each
peripheral slot with adjacent peripheral slots to the left and right.
The backplane routes PXI Local Bus 6 between adjacent PXI slots. The left
Local Bus 6 from slot 1 is not routed anywhere. The right Local Bus 6 from
slot 4 also is not routed anywhere.
Local bus signals may range from high-speed TTL signals to analog signals
as high as 42 V.
Initialization software uses the configuration information specific to each
adjacent peripheral module to evaluate local bus compatibility.
All slots share eight trigger lines.You can use these trigger lines in a variety
of ways. For example, you can use triggers to synchronize the operation of
several different PXI peripheral modules. In other applications, one module
can control carefully timed sequences of operations performed on other
modules in the system. Modules can pass triggers to one another, allowing
precisely timed responses to asynchronous external events the system is
monitoring or controlling.
System Reference Clock
The NI PXIe-1071 chassis supplies PXI_CLK10, PXIe_CLK100, and
PXIe_SYNC100 to every peripheral slot with an independent driver for
each signal.
An independent buffer (having a source impedance matched to the
backplane and a skew of less than 500 ps between slots) drives PXI_CLK10
to each peripheral slot. You can use this common reference clock signal to
synchronize multiple modules in a measurement or control system.
An independent buffer drives PXIe_CLK100 to each peripheral slot. These
clocks are matched in skew to less than 100 ps. The differential pair must
be terminated on the peripheral with LVPECL termination for the buffer to
drive PXIe_CLK100 so that when there is no peripheral or a peripheral that
does not connect to PXIe_CLK100, there is no clock being driven on the
pair to that slot.
An independent buffer drives PXIe_SYNC100 to each peripheral slot. The
differential pair must be terminated on the peripheral with LVPECL
termination for the buffer to drive PXIe_SYNC100 so that when there is no
peripheral or a peripheral that does not connect to PXIe_SYNC100, there
is no clock being driven on the pair to that slot.
PXI_CLK10, PXIe_CLK100 and PXIe_SYNC100 have the default timing
relationship described in Figure 1-6.
This chapter describes how to prepare and operate the NI PXIe-1071
chassis.
Before connecting the chassis to a power source, read this chapter and the
Read Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility document
included with your kit.
Safety Information
Caution Before undertaking any troubleshooting, maintenance, or exploratory procedure,
carefully read the following caution notices.
This equipment contains voltage hazardous to human life and safety, and is
capable of inflicting personal injury.
•Chassis Grounding—The chassis requires a connection from the
premise wire safety ground to the chassis ground. The earth safety
ground must be connected during use of this equipment to minimize
shock hazards. Refer to the Connecting Safety Ground section for
instructions on connecting safety ground.
•Live Circuits—Operating personnel and service personnel must not
remove protective covers when operating or servicing the chassis.
Adjustments and service to internal components must be undertaken
by qualified service technicians. During service of this product,
the mains connector to the premise wiring must be disconnected.
Dangerous voltages may be present under certain conditions;
use extreme caution.
•Explosive Atmosphere—Do not operate the chassis in conditions
where flammable gases are present. Under such conditions, this
equipment is unsafe and may ignite the gases or gas fumes.
•Part Replacement—Only service this equipment with parts that are
exact replacements, both electrically and mechanically. Contact
National Instruments for replacement part information. Installation of
parts with those that are not direct replacements may cause harm to
personnel operating the chassis. Furthermore, damage or fire may
occur if replacement parts are unsuitable.
•Modification—Do not modify any part of the chassis from its original
condition. Unsuitable modifications may result in safety hazards.
Chassis Cooling Considerations
The NI PXIe-1071 chassis is designed to operate on a bench or in an
instrument rack. Regardless of the configuration, you must provide the
cooling clearances as outlined in the following sections.
Providing Adequate Clearance
Caution Failure to provide adequate clearances may result in thermal related failures in the
chassis or modules.
Apertures in the top, bottom, front, rear, and along the sides of the chassis
facilitate power supply and module cooling, as shown in Figure 2-2. Air for
module cooling enters through a fan intake in the bottom of the chassis. It
then exits through the upper sections at the right side and top, as shown in
Figure 2-1. Air for cooling the power supply enters the front and left side
of the chassis and exits through the rear of the chassis, as shown in
Figure 2-2.
Place the chassis on a bench top or in an instrument rack so that the fans
(air intakes) and the air outlet apertures along the right side, the top, and the
back of the chassis have adequate ventilation. Provide at least 44.5 mm
(1.75 in.) clearance above, behind, and on the sides of the unit for adequate
venting, as shown in Figure 2-3. High-power applications may require
additional clearance.
The chassis fan control system uses intake air temperature as the input for
controlling fan speeds when in Auto Fan Speed mode. Because of this, the
chassis ambient temperature is defined as the temperature that exists just
outside of the fan intake vent on the bottom of the chassis. Note that this
temperature may be higher than ambient room temperature depending on
the surrounding equipment and/or blockages present. You must ensure that
this ambient temperature does not exceed the rated ambient temperature as
stated in Appendix A, Specifications.
Setting Fan Speed
The AUTO/HIGH fan-speed selector switch is on the rear panel of the
NI PXIe-1071. Refer to Figure 1-2, Rear View of the NI PXIe-1071
Chassis, to locate the fan-speed selector switch. Select HIGH for maximum
cooling performance (recommended) or AUTO for quieter operation.
When set to AUTO, the chassis intake air temperature determines the fan
speed.
Installing Filler Panels
To maintain proper module cooling performance, install filler panels
(provided with the chassis) in unused or empty slots. Secure with the
captive mounting screws provided.
Installing Slot Blockers
You can improve the chassis cooling performance by installing optional
slot blockers. Refer to
ni.com for more details.
Rack Mounting
Rack mount applications require the optional rack mount kits available
from National Instruments. Refer to the instructions supplied with the rack
mount kits to install your NI PXIe-1071 chassis in an instrument rack.
Refer to Figure A-3, NI Chassis Rack Mount Kit Components.
Note You may want to remove the feet from the NI PXIe-1071 chassis when rack
mounting. To do so, remove the screws holding the feet in place.
Caution The NI PXIe-1071 chassis is designed with a three-position inlet that connects the
cord set ground line to the chassis ground. To minimize shock hazard, make sure the
electrical power outlet you use to power the chassis has an appropriate earth safety ground.
Connecting to Power Source
Cautions Do not install modules prior to performing the following power-on test.
To completely remove power, you must disconnect the AC power cable.
Attach input power through the rear AC inlet using the appropriate
AC power cable supplied. Refer to Figure 1-2, Rear View of the
NI PXIe-1071 Chassis, to locate the AC inlet.
Installing a PXI Express System Controller
This section contains general installation instructions for installing a
PXI Express system controller in a NI PXIe-1071 chassis. Refer to your
PXI Express system controller user manual for specific instructions and
warnings. To install a system controller, complete the following steps:
1.Inspect the slot 1 pins on the chassis backplane for any bending or
damage prior to installation.
2.Connect the AC power source to the PXI Express chassis before installing
the system controller. The AC power cord grounds the chassis and protects
it from electrical damage while you install the system controller.
3.Install the system controller into the system controller slot (slot 1,
indicated by the red card guides) by first placing the system controller
PCB into the front of the card guides (top and bottom). Slide the
system controller to the rear of the chassis, making sure that the
injector/ejector handle is pushed down as shown in Figure 2-4.
1 System Controller Front Panel Mounting Screws (4×)
2 NI PXI Express System Controller
3 Injector/Ejector Handle
4 NI PXIe-1071 Chassis
Figure 2-4. Installing a PXI Express System Controller
4.When you begin to feel resistance, push up on the injector/ejector
handle to seat the system controller fully into the chassis frame. Secure
the system controller front panel to the chassis using the system
controller front-panel mounting screws.
5.Connect the keyboard, mouse, and monitor to the appropriate
connectors. Connect devices to ports as required by your system
configuration.
6.Power on the chassis. Verify that the system controller boots. If the
system controller does not boot, refer to your system controller user
manual.
Figure 2-5 shows a PXI Express system controller installed in the system
controller slot of a NI PXIe-1071 chassis. You can place CompactPCI,
CompactPCI Express, PXI, or PXI Express modules in other slots
depending on the slot type.
1 NI PXIe-1071 Chassis2 NI PXI Express System Controller3 Injector/Ejector Rail
Figure 2-5. NI PXI Express System Controller Installed in an NI PXIe-1071 Chassis
Caution The NI PXIe-1071 chassis accepts a variety of peripheral module types in
different slots. To prevent damage to the chassis, ensure that the peripheral module is being
installed into a slot designed to accept it. Refer to Chapter 1, Getting Started, for a
description of the various slot types.
This section contains general installation instructions for installing a
peripheral module in a NI PXIe-1071 chassis. Refer to your peripheral
module user manual for specific instructions and warnings. To install a
module, complete the following steps:
1.Inspect the slot pins on the chassis backplane for any bending or
damage prior to installation.
2.Connect the AC power source to the PXI Express chassis before
installing the module. The AC power cord grounds the chassis and
protects it from electrical damage while you install the module.
3.Ensure that the chassis is powered off.
4.Install a module into a chassis slot by first placing the module card
PCB into the front of the card guides (top and bottom), as shown in
Figure 2-6. Slide the module to the rear of the chassis, making sure that
the injector/ejector handle is pushed down as shown in Figure 2-6.
5.When you begin to feel resistance, push up on the injector/ejector
handle to fully seat the module into the chassis frame. Secure the
module front panel to the chassis using the module front-panel
mounting screws.
1 NI PXIe-1071 Chassis
2 NI PXI Express System Controller
3 Peripheral Module Front Panel Mounting Screws (2×)
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Figure 2-6. Installing PXI, PXI Express, or CompactPCI Peripheral Modules
Power Inhibit Switch LED Indicator
The chassis power inhibit switch has an integrated LED. This LED
indicates one of two conditions:
•If the inhibit switch LED is steady green (not flashing), the chassis is
powered on and operating normally.
•If the inhibit switch LED is red, the system fan has failed, and the
chassis has shut down to protect modules from damage due to
insufficient cooling.
On the NI PXIe-1071 backplane is a four-position DIP switch (SW1).
Switch 1 of SW1 controls the chassis inhibit mode. (Refer to Figure 2-7.)
In its default position (OFF), the PXI Express controller controls the power
supply on/off state based on the power switch on the chassis front panel.
Figure 2-7. Switch 1 of SW1
When switch 1 of SW1 is on, the backplane controls the power supply
on/off state. This allows you to circumvent the controller and turn the
chassis on or off manually. When switch 1 of SW1 is on, the power supply
turns on when the you press the front panel power switch. When the power
supply is on, holding down the front panel power switch for about one
second turns the power supply off.
Cautions Be careful to avoid damaging the backplane when accessing this switch.
Suddenly removing power from an operating controller may result in loss of data and
incorrect behavior on subsequent boots.
The PXI Platform Services software included with your chassis
automatically identifies your PXI Express system components to generate
pxiesys.ini file. You can configure your entire PXI system and
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identify PXI-1 chassis through Measurement & Automation Explorer
(MAX), included with your system controller. MAX creates the
pxiesys.ini and pxisys.ini file, which define your PXI system
parameters. MAX also provides an interface to route and reserve triggers
so dynamic routing, through drivers such as DAQmx, avoids
double-driving and potentially damaging trigger lines. For more
information about routing and reserving PXI triggers, refer to
KnowledgeBase 3TJDOND8 at
The configuration steps for single or multiple-chassis systems are the same.
2.In the Configuration tree, click the Devices and Interfaces branch to
expand it.
3.If the PXI system controller has not yet been configured, it is labeled
PXI System (Unidentified). Right-click this entry to display the
pop-up menu, then select the appropriate system controller model from
the Identify As submenu.
4.Click the PXI system controller. The chassis (or multiple chassis in a
multichassis configuration) is listed below it. Identify each chassis by
right-clicking its entry, then selecting the appropriate chassis model
through the Identify As submenu. Further expanding the PXI System
branch shows all devices in the system that can be recognized by
NI-VISA. When your system controller and all your chassis are
identified, the required
The PXI specification allows for many combinations of PXI chassis and
system modules. To assist system integrators, the manufacturers of
PXI chassis and system modules must document the capabilities of their
products. PXI Express devices must provide a driver and
identification. These files are provided as part of the PXI Platform
Services software included with your system controller. The minimum
documentation requirements for PXI-1 are contained in
consist of ASCII text. System integrators, configuration utilities, and
device drivers can use these
pxisys.ini file is complete.
.ini file for
.ini files, which
.ini files.
The capability documentation for a PXI-1 chassis is contained in a
chassis.ini file provided by the chassis manufacturer. The information
in this file is combined with information about the system controller to
create a single PXI-1 system initialization file called
pxisys.ini
(PXI System Initialization). The NI system controller uses MAX to
generate the
Device drivers and other utility software read the
pxisys.ini file to obtain system information. For detailed information
about initialization files, refer to the PXI specification at
Using System Configuration and Initialization Files
The PXI Express specification allows many combinations of PXI Express
chassis and system modules. To assist system integrators, the
manufacturers of PXI Express chassis and system modules must document
the capabilities of their products. The minimum documentation
requirements are contained in
System integrators, configuration utilities, and device drivers can use these
.ini files.
The capability documentation for the NI PXIe-1071 chassis is contained in
chassis.ini file on the software media that comes with the chassis.
the
The information in this file is combined with information about the system
controller to create a single system initialization file called
(PXI System Initialization). The system controller manufacturer either
provides a
pxisys.ini file for the particular chassis model that contains
the system controller or provides a utility that can read an arbitrary
chassis.ini file and generate the corresponding pxisys.ini file.
System controllers from NI provide the
NI PXIe-1071 chassis, so you should not need to use the
file. Refer to the documentation provided with the system controller or to
ni.com/support for more information on pxisys.ini and
chassis.ini files.
.ini files, which consist of ASCII text.
pxisys.ini
pxisys.ini file for the
chassis.ini
Device drivers and other utility software read the
pxisys.ini file to
obtain system information. The device drivers should have no need to
directly read the
chassis.ini file. For detailed information regarding
initialization files, refer to the PXI Express specification at
This chapter describes basic maintenance procedures you can perform on
the NI PXIe-1071 chassis.
Caution Disconnect the power cable prior to servicing a NI PXIe-1071 chassis.
Service Interval
Clean the chassis fan filter at a maximum interval of six months.
Depending on the amount of use and ambient dust levels in the operating
environment, the filter may require more frequent cleaning.
Clean dust from the chassis exterior (and interior) as needed, based on the
operating environment. Periodic cleaning increases reliability and cooling
performance.
Preparation
3
The information in this section is designed for use by qualified service
personnel. Read the Read Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility document included with your kit before attempting any
procedures in this chapter.
Caution Many components within the chassis are susceptible to static discharge damage.
Service the chassis only in a static-free environment. Observe standard handling
precautions for static-sensitive devices while servicing the chassis. Always wear a
grounded wrist strap or equivalent while servicing the chassis.
Caution Always disconnect the AC power cable before cleaning or servicing the chassis.
Interior Cleaning
Exterior Cleaning
Cautions Avoid getting moisture inside the chassis during exterior cleaning, especially
through the top vents. Use just enough moisture to dampen the cloth.
Cleaning procedures consist of exterior and interior cleaning of the chassis
and cleaning the fan filter. Refer to your module user documentation for
information about cleaning the individual CompactPCI or PXI Express
modules.
Use a dry, low-velocity stream of air to clean the interior of the chassis.
Use a soft-bristle brush for cleaning around components.
Clean the exterior surfaces of the chassis with a dry lint-free cloth or a
soft-bristle brush. If any dirt remains, wipe with a cloth moistened in a mild
soap solution. Remove any soap residue by wiping with a cloth moistened
with clear water. Do not use abrasive compounds on any part of the chassis.
Do not wash the front- or rear-panel connectors or switches. Cover these components while
cleaning the chassis.
Do not use harsh chemical cleaning agents; they may damage the chassis. Avoid chemicals
that contain benzene, toluene, xylene, acetone, or similar solvents.
Ambient temperature range.................... 0 to 50 °C
(Tested in accordance with
IEC-60068-2-1 and
IEC-60068-2-2. Meets
MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3
low temperature limit and
MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2
high temperature limit.)
Relative humidity range ......................... 20 to 80%, noncondensing
This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following
standards of safety for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use:
•IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1
•UL 61010-1, CSA 61010-1
Note For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or the Online
Product Certification section.
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 (IEC 61326): Class A emissions; Basic immunity
•EN 55011 (CISPR 11): Group 1, Class A emissions
•AS/NZS CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A emissions
•FCC 47 CFR Part 15B: Class A emissions
•ICES-001: Class A emissions
Appendix ASpecifications
Note For the standards applied to assess the EMC of this product, refer to the Online
Product Certification section.
Note For EMC compliance, operate this device with shielded cabling.
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This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European
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Backplane
Size .........................................................3U-sized; one system slot
(with three system expansion
slots) and three peripheral slots.
Compliant with IEEE 1101.10
mechanical packaging.
PXI Express Specification
compliant.
Accepts both PXI Express and
CompactPCI (PICMG 2.0 R 3.0)
3U modules.
Backplane bare-board material ...............UL 94 V-0 Recognized
Backplane connectors .............................Conforms to IEC 917 and
Iridite on Aluminum,
Clear Chromate Zinc Plating
on Cold Rolled Steel,
Polyurethane Enamel, and
Polyester Urethane Powder Paint
Figures A-1 and A-2 show the NI PXIe-1071 chassis dimensions. The
holes shown are for the installation of the optional rack mount kits. Notice
that the front and rear chassis mounting holes (size M4) are symmetrical.
This appendix describes the connector pinouts for the NI PXIe-1071
chassis backplane.
Table B-1 shows the XP1 connector pinout for the System Controller slot.
Table B-2 shows the XP2 Connector Pinout for the System Controller slot.
Table B-3 shows the XP3 Connector Pinout for the System Controller slot.
Table B-4 shows the XP4 Connector Pinout for the System Controller slot.
Table B-5 shows the P1 connector pinout for the Hybrid peripheral slots.
Table B-6 shows the XP3 Connector Pinout for the Hybrid peripheral slots.
Table B-7 shows the XP4 Connector Pinout for the Hybrid peripheral slots.
For more detailed information, refer to the PXI-5 PXI Express Hardware Specification, Revision 2.0. Contact the PXI Systems Alliance for a copy
of the specification.
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backplaneAn assembly, typically a printed circuit board, with connectors and signal
paths that bus the connector pins.
BNCBayonet Neill Concelman connector; a commonly used coaxial connector.
C
CCelsius.
CFMCubic feet per minute.
CFRCode of Federal Regulations.
cmCentimeters.
CompactPCIAn adaptation of the Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI)
Specification 2.1 or later for industrial and/or embedded applications
requiring a more robust mechanical form factor than desktop PCI. It
uses industry standard mechanical components and high-performance
connector technologies to provide an optimized system intended for rugged
applications. It is electrically compatible with the PCI Specification, which
enables low-cost PCI components to be utilized in a mechanical form factor
suited for rugged environments.
CSACanadian Standards Association.
D
daisy-chainA method of propagating signals along a bus, in which the devices are
prioritized on the basis of their position on the bus.
power supply shuttleA removable module that contains the chassis power supply.
PXIPCI eXtensions for Instrumentation.
PXI_CLK1010 MHz PXI system reference clock.
R
RHRelative humidity.
RMSRoot mean square.
Glossary
S
sSeconds.
skewDeviation in signal transmission times.
slot blockerAn assembly installed into an empty slot to improve the airflow in adjacent
slots.
standbyThe backplane is unpowered (off), but the chassis is still connected to AC
power mains.
System controllerA module configured for installation in Slot 1of a PXI chassis. This device
is unique in the PXI system in that it performs the system controller
functions, including clock sourcing and arbitration for data transfers across
the backplane. Installing such a device into any other slot can damage the
device, the PXI backplane, or both.
System Timing slotThis slot is located at slot 4 and has dedicated trigger lines to other slots.
A 10 MHz clock, also called PXI_CLK10, that is distributed to all
peripheral slots in the chassis, as well as a BNC connector on the rear of
chassis labeled 10 MHz REF OUT. The system reference clock can be used
for synchronization of multiple modules in a measurement or control
system. The 10 MHz REF IN and OUT BNC connectors on the rear of the
chassis can be used to synchronize multiple chassis to one reference clock.
The PXI backplane specification defines implementation guidelines for
PXI_CLK10.
chassis initialization file, 2-15
configuration in MAX (figure), 2-13
connecting safety ground, 2-7
filler panel installation, 2-6
installing a PXI Express system
controller, 2-7
figure, 2-8
module installation
CompactPCI or PXI modules
(figure), 2-11
peripheral module installation, 2-10
figure, 2-11
PXI Express configuration in MAX, 2-13
PXI Express system controller installed in
a NI PXIe-1071 chassis (figure), 2-9
PXI-1 configuration in MAX, 2-14
rack mounting, 2-6
setting fan speed, 2-6
site considerations, 2-2
slot blocker installation, 2-6
testing power up, 2-7
unpacking the NI PXIe-1071, 1-1