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NI Switches Getting Started Guide
Related Documentation
The following documents contain additional information about your switch
module and the APIs used to program them. The documents are available
in electronic form at
Program Files»National Instruments»
NI-SWITCH»Documentation
or
Program Files»National
Instruments»NI-DAQ
.
•
Specifications document for your switch
•
NI Switches Help
contains technical and programming support for
your NI switch module and the NI-SWITCH 2.
x
API
•
NI-SWITCH Instrument Driver Quick Reference Guide
contains an
API overview and function/VI overview
•
Read Me First: Safety and Radio-Frequency Interference
includes
safety and compliance information
•
DAQ Quick Start Guide
contains additional information about
NI-DAQ 7.
x
, the relationship between Traditional NI-DAQ and
NI-DAQmx, and a complete list of supported modules. Available
on the NI-DAQ 7.
x
Device Documentation CD.
•
NI-DAQmx Help
contains information about programming your
switch with the NI-DAQmx API
•
NI-DAQmx - Data Acquisition VIs Help
1. Unpack the Module and Accessories
The switch module is shipped in an antistatic package to prevent
electrostatic damage (ESD) that can damage several components
in the module.
Caution
Never
touch the exposed pins of connectors.
To avoid such damage when you handle the module, take the following
precautions:
•
Ground yourself using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded
object.
•
Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the chassis before you
remove 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 in the chassis.
Store the module in the antistatic package when the module is not in use.
