SCXI-1163 SCXI series module chassis NI 1163

Title: Getting Started with NI SCXI Chassis and Programming Options

1. Introduction to SCXI Chassis: The SCXI-1000 and SCXI-1001 chassis operate on standard AC power, while the SCXI-1000DC is powered by a 9.5 to 16 VDC source, such as the optional SCXI-1382 battery pack or the SCXI-1383 power supply. Each SCXI chassis provides a low-noise environment for signal conditioning, offering power and control circuitry for modules. Refer to Appendix A for detailed specifications.

SCXI-1163 SCXI series module chassis NI 1163

2. Setting Up Your SCXI Chassis: To get started with your SCXI chassis, you’ll need the following:

• Hardware:
  • SCXI-1000, SCXI-1000DC, or SCXI-1001 chassis
  • Power cord (120, 220, or 240 VAC)
  • SCXI-1382 battery pack (for SCXI-1000DC only)
  • SCXI-1383 (VDC) power supply (for SCXI-1000DC only)
  • Computer
• Software:
  • NI-DAQ
  • One of the following software packages:
    • LabVIEW
    • LabWindows/CVI
    • Measurement Studio
• Documentation:
  • SCXI Chassis User Manual
  • Read Me First: Safety and Radio-Frequency Interference
  • SCXI Quick Start Guide
  • Documentation for your hardware
  • Documentation for your software

All necessary documentation can be downloaded from ni.com/manuals.

SCXI-1163 SCXI series module chassis NI 1163

3. Programming Options for NI Plug-in DAQ and SCXI Hardware: When programming NI plug-in DAQ and SCXI hardware, you have multiple options:

• NI-DAQ:
  • Extensive library of functions accessible from the application development environment (ADE).
  • Handles complex interactions between the computer and DAQ hardware.
  • Maintains a consistent software interface across versions.
• National Instruments ADE Software:
  • LabVIEW: Interactive graphics, a powerful graphical programming language, and a Data Acquisition VI Library for NI DAQ hardware.
  • LabWindows/CVI: ANSI C ADE with an interactive user interface, code generation tools, and Data Acquisition and Easy I/O libraries.
  • Measurement Studio: Development suite for Visual C++ and Visual Basic, providing tools for designing test and measurement applications.
  • VI Logger: Configuration-based software for easy data logging applications, suitable for users without programming skills.

Choosing LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio, or VI Logger significantly reduces development time for data acquisition and control applications.

Conclusion: With the SCXI chassis and the flexibility of programming options, users can efficiently set up and program their systems for a variety of applications. Accessing detailed documentation and selecting the appropriate hardware and software components are essential steps to ensure a smooth development process.