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Getting Started with the NI PCIe-1433

The NI PCIe-1433 (NI 1433) is a PCI Express (PCIe) image acquisition device that supports Base, 
Medium, Full, and Extended Full configuration Camera Link-compatible cameras. The NI 1433 
supports Power over Camera Link (PoCL). This document describes how to install and configure 
the necessary hardware and software components to begin using the NI 1433.

What You Need to Get Started

You need the following items to set up and use the NI 1433:

NI 1433 image acquisition device

Camera Link-compatible camera

One 26-pin MDR Camera Link cable for Base configuration cameras

Two 26-pin MDR Camera Link cables of the same length for Medium, Full, or Extended Full 
configuration cameras

Computer running Microsoft Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit versions)/Vista (32-bit and 64-bit 
versions)/XP/2000 with at least one available x4 or larger PCIe slot

NI-IMAQ 4.4 or later driver software, which is included with NI Vision Acquisition Software

Optional software for developing machine vision applications:

NI Vision Builder for Automated Inspection

NI Vision Development Module, which requires one of the following application development 
environments:

LabVIEW

LabWindows

/CVI

Microsoft Visual Studio

Optional Equipment

National Instruments offers a variety of products for use with the NI 1433, including
the following:

NI Camera Link I/O Extension Board (PCIe) for additional triggering, timing and I/O
(Part number 780869-01)

SMB to BNC cable, used for front panel trigger I/O (part number 763389-01)

Visit 

ni.com

, or call the National Instruments office nearest you for specific information about these 

products.

Summary of Contents for PCIe-1433

Page 1: ...Computer running Microsoft Windows 7 32 bit and 64 bit versions Vista 32 bit and 64 bit versions XP 2000 with at least one available x4 or larger PCIe slot NI IMAQ 4 4 or later driver software which i...

Page 2: ...st even when the equipment is turned off To avoid a shock hazard do not perform procedures involving cover or shield removal unless you are qualified to do so Disconnect all field power prior to remov...

Page 3: ...rement Category II are measurements performed on household appliances portable tools and similar products Measurement Category III is for measurements performed in the building installation at the dis...

Page 4: ...The NI 1433 will not fit properly into a x1 PCIe slot The NI 1433 will fit into and can be used in a x8 or x16 PCIe slot Using a smaller width device in a larger width slot is called up plugging When...

Page 5: ...of the particular camera you are using Refer to MAX for information about valid camera attributes for your camera and image acquisition device Many camera files are installed when you install NI IMAQ...

Page 6: ...and according to the documentation CE Compliance This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives as follows 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Directive safety 2004 108 EC Electrom...

Page 7: ...to the Vision Builder AI Examples directory Visit the NI Developer Zone at ni com zone for the latest example programs tutorials technical presentations and a community area where you can share ideas...

Page 8: ...electronic compatibility EMC and product safety You can obtain the DoC for your product by visiting ni com certification If your product supports calibration you can obtain the calibration certificat...

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