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3.

Unpack any other items and documentation from the kit.

Store the device in the antistatic package when the device is not in use.

Verifying the Kit Contents

Verify that the following items are included in the PCIe-7821R kit.

Figure 1. PCIe-7821R Kit Contents

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1. Hardware
2. NI-RIO Media
3. Getting Started Guide

Installing Software on the Host Computer

Before using the PCIe-7821R, you must install the following application software and device
drivers on the host computer.
1.

LabVIEW 2017 or later

2.

LabVIEW FPGA Module 2017 or later

3.

NI R Series Multifunction RIO Device Drivers May 2017 or later

Visit 

ni.com/info

 and enter the Info Code 

softwareversion

 for minimum software support

information.

Installing the PCIe-7821R

1.

Power off and unplug the computer.

2.

Access the computer system expansion slots. This step might require you to remove one
or more access panels on the computer case.

3.

Locate a compatible slot and remove the corresponding slot cover on the computer back
panel.

4.

Touch any metal part of the computer to discharge any static electricity.

5.

Insert the PCIe-7821R into the applicable PCI Express system slot. Gently rock the
PCIe-7821R into place. Do not force the device into place.

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Page 1: ...can compromise the safety protection built into the product if the product is damaged in any way If the product is damaged return it to NI for repair Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines This product was tested and complies with the regulatory requirements and limits for electromagnetic compatibility EMC stated in the product specifications These requirements and limits provide reasonable prot...

Page 2: ...ce the length of all I O cables must be no longer than 3 m 10 ft Preparing the Environment Ensure that the environment in which you are using the PCIe 7821R meets the following specifications Operating temperature IEC 60068 2 1 IEC 60068 2 2 0 C to 40 C Operating humidity IEC 60068 2 56 10 RH to 90 RH noncondensing Pollution degree 2 Maximum altitude 2 000 m Indoor use only Note Refer to the devic...

Page 3: ...ater 3 NI R Series Multifunction RIO Device Drivers May 2017 or later Visit ni com info and enter the Info Code softwareversion for minimum software support information Installing the PCIe 7821R 1 Power off and unplug the computer 2 Access the computer system expansion slots This step might require you to remove one or more access panels on the computer case 3 Locate a compatible slot and remove t...

Page 4: ...or terminal blocks as described in the installation guides 10 Attach sensors and signal lines to the device terminal block or accessory terminals Verifying Hardware Installation You can verify that the system recognizes the PCIe 7821R by using Measurement Automation Explorer MAX 1 Launch MAX by navigating to Start All Programs National Instruments MAX or by clicking the MAX desktop icon 2 Expand D...

Page 5: ... 18 51 17 50 16 49 15 48 14 47 13 46 12 45 11 44 10 43 9 42 8 41 7 40 6 39 5 38 4 37 3 36 2 35 1 x is the connector number EXTCLKIN x is an input only Table 1 PCIe 7821R Signal Descriptions Signal Description DIO Digital input output signal connection EXTCLKIN External clock input source that can be used for source synchronous acquisitions The provided clock source must be stable and glitch free G...

Page 6: ...n state you can configure the PCIe 7821R to load a VI when the system powers on The VI can then set the DIO lines to any power on state Visit ni com info and enter RSeries_PowerUpStates to learn more about configuring the power up states for the PCIe 7821R All the DIO channels on Connectors 0 through 3 are routed with a 50 Ω characteristic trace impedance Route all external circuitry with a simila...

Page 7: ...following recommended cable kits Shielded R Series High Speed Digital Cable 1m 156166 01 Shielded R Series High Speed Digital Cable 2m 156166 02 For user supplied cables visit ni com info and enter RDIO2FERRITE for ferrite beads that can be ordered directly from NI NI PCIe 7821R Getting Started Guide National Instruments 7 ...

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Page 9: ...s create your service request at ni com support or dial 1 866 ASK MYNI 275 6964 For telephone support outside the United States visit the Worldwide Offices section of ni com niglobal to access the branch office websites which provide up to date contact information support phone numbers email addresses and current events NI PCIe 7821R Getting Started Guide National Instruments 9 ...

Page 10: ...greements EULAs and third party legal notices in the readme file for your NI product Refer to the Export Compliance Information at ni com legal export compliance for the NI global trade compliance policy and how to obtain relevant HTS codes ECCNs and other import export data NI MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES AS TO THE ACCURACY OF THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR...

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