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Getting Started with the NI EVS-1463

The NI EVS-1463 is a fanless embedded vision system designed for rugged industrial applications. 
The NI EVS-1463 features a Windows operating system and a variety of industrial communication 
connectors. The NI EVS-1463 supports Base configuration Camera Link-compatible cameras, GigE 
Vision cameras, and DirectShow-compatible USB cameras. The NI EVS-1463 features a 15-pin D-SUB 
connector that has four external TTL I/O lines, two optically isolated inputs, and two RS-422 inputs.

This document describes how to install the NI EVS-1463 hardware and acquire an initial image. 

Refer to the 

NI EVS-1463 Series User Manual

 for device and I/O specifications, mounting requirements, 

and answers to common questions about network, firewall, hardware, software, and power issues. To 
access the 

NI EVS-1463 Series User Manual

, select 

Start»All Programs»National Instruments»

Vision»Documentation»NI-IMAQ

.

What You Need to Get Started

The following components are included in the NI EVS-1463 kit:

NI EVS-1463

DVI splitter cable

Three-position power connector

NI Vision Acquisition Software DVD

Required 

Hardware

In addition to the items included in the NI EVS-1463 kit, the following components are necessary to 
set up and configure the NI EVS-1463.

One of the following power supply options:

Caution

Use the NI EVS-1463 only with a 24 VDC, UL listed, limited power source (LPS) supply. 

The power supply will bear the UL listed mark, LPS. The power supply must also meet any safety 
and compliance requirements for the country of use.

PS-5 Power Supply, 24 VDC, 5 A, Universal Power Input (part number 778805-90)

Any 24 VDC ±10%, 70 W or greater power supply

One of the following types of cameras:

Base configuration Camera Link-compatible camera

GigE Vision camera

DirectShow-compatible USB camera

Summary of Contents for NI EVS-1463

Page 1: ...s To access the NI EVS 1463 Series User Manual select Start All Programs National Instruments Vision Documentation NI IMAQ What You Need to Get Started The following components are included in the NI EVS 1463 kit NI EVS 1463 DVI splitter cable Three position power connector NI Vision Acquisition Software DVD Required Hardware In addition to the items included in the NI EVS 1463 kit the following c...

Page 2: ...mation You must insulate signal connections for the maximum voltage for which the hardware is rated Do not exceed the maximum ratings for the hardware Do not install wiring while the hardware is live with electrical signals Do not remove or add connector blocks when power is connected to the system Avoid contact between your body and the connector block signal when hot swapping hardware Remove pow...

Page 3: ...les include electricity meters and measurements on primary overcurrent protection devices and on ripple control units To obtain the safety certification s for this product visit ni com certification search by model number or product line and click the appropriate link in the Certification column Electromagnetic Compatibility Information This hardware has been tested and found to comply with the ap...

Page 4: ...n expense or cease operation of the hardware Changes or modifications not expressly approved by National Instruments could void the user s right to operate the hardware under the local regulatory rules Thermal Considerations and Mounting To maximize the cooling efficiency of the NI EVS 1463 observe the following recommendations Mount the NI EVS 1463 on a thermally conductive surface Avoid static a...

Page 5: ... prevent data loss and to maintain the integrity of your Ethernet installation do not use a cable longer than 100 m If you are using a 1 000 Mbps Ethernet use a CAT 5e or CAT 6 shielded twisted pair Ethernet cable Use a shielded twisted pair Ethernet cable for maximum signal integrity 4 Connect devices to other connectors as required by your system configuration 1 Primary Network Connector 2 Secon...

Page 6: ...r supply to the 3 position power connector 2 Connect the 3 position power connector to the power supply connector on the NI EVS 1463 3 Plug the power supply cord into an outlet The power LED will illuminate and the NI EVS 1463 will boot when the power supply is properly connected Interfacing with Camera Link Cameras To interface with a Camera Link camera connected to the NI EVS 1463 you must assoc...

Page 7: ...th Vision Builder AI The NI EVS 1463 includes Vision Builder AI for evaluation purposes Visit ni com vision to purchase a license for Vision Builder AI Complete the following steps to acquire an image using Vision Builder AI 1 On the Vision Builder AI Welcome screen click Configure Inspection 2 In the Inspection Steps palette select the Acquire Images tab 3 Click the image acquisition step for you...

Page 8: ...accordance with IEC 60068 2 64 Nonoperating test profile exceeds the requirements of MIL PRF 28800F Class 3 Safety 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 product label or the Online Pro...

Page 9: ...t This page contains the environmental regulations and directives with which NI complies as well as other environmental information not included in this document Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE EU Customers At the end of the product life cycle all products must be sent to a WEEE recycling center For more information about WEEE recycling centers National Instruments WEEE initiatives ...

Page 10: ...torials technical presentations and a community area where you can share ideas questions and source code with developers around the world Additional Resources for LabVIEW Users Documentation for LabVIEW is available from the Help menu on the LabVIEW toolbar You can access documentation for the NI Vision Development Module by selecting Start All Programs National Instruments Vision Documentation NI...

Page 11: ...o has offices located around the world to help address your support needs For telephone support in the United States create your service request at ni com support and follow the calling instructions or dial 512 795 8248 For telephone support outside the United States contact your local branch office Australia 1800 300 800 Austria 43 662 457990 0 Belgium 32 0 2 757 0020 Brazil 55 11 3262 3599 Canad...

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