Chapter 1
Introduction
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Unpacking
The NI PXIe-6672 is shipped in an antistatic package to prevent
electrostatic damage to the module. Electrostatic discharge (ESD)
can damage several components on the module.
Caution
Never
touch the exposed pins of connectors.
To avoid such damage in handling the module, take the following
precautions:
•
Ground yourself using a grounding strap or by touching a grounded
object.
•
Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis
before removing the module
from the package.
Remove the module
from the package and inspect the module
for loose
components or any sign of damage. Notify NI if the module
appears
damaged in any way. Do
not
install a damaged module
into the computer.
Store the NI PXIe-6672 in the antistatic envelope when not in use.
Software Programming Choices
When programming the NI PXIe-6672, you can use NI application
development environment (ADE) software such as LabVIEW or
LabWindows/CVI, or you can use other ADEs such as Visual C/C++.
LabVIEW features interactive graphics, a state-of-the-art interface,
and a powerful graphical programming language. The LabVIEW Data
Acquisition VI Library, a series of virtual instruments for using LabVIEW
with National Instruments DAQ hardware, is included with LabVIEW.
LabWindows/CVI is a complete ANSI C ADE that features an interactive
user interface, code generation tools, and the LabWindows/CVI Data
Acquisition and Easy I/O libraries.