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Getting Started with the NI PXI/PCIe-8231

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Configuring the NI 8231

After you have installed the NI 8231 and powered on your computer, Windows will recognize the device 
and assign resources to it. Use Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX), the National Instruments 
configuration utility, to configure a GigE Vision compliant camera, connected to the NI 8231, for 
acquisition. Refer to the 

Measurement and Automation Explorer Help for NI-IMAOdx 

for more 

information about how to configure the NI 8231.

Note

Before configuring the device in MAX, ensure that you installed the NI-IMAQdx driver 

software 

Specifications

The following specifications apply to the NI 8231 interface device. These specifications are typical at 
25 °C, unless otherwise stated.

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions

NI PXI-8231 ..................................................10.0 cm

×

16.0 cm (3.9 in.

×

6.3 in.)

NI PCIe-8231 .................................................12.9 cm

×

12.0 cm (5.1 in.

×

4.725 in.)

Camera Interface....................................................RJ-45

Weight

NI PXI-8231 ..................................................140 g (4.9 oz)

NI PCIe-8231 .................................................70 g (2.5 oz)

Signaling

Ethernet ..................................................................1000Base-T compliant on four pairs of 

Category 5 cable

Power Requirements

NI PXI-8231

Typical............................................................788 mA at 3.3 V = 2.6 W maximum

1,330 mA at 3.3 V = 4.4 W maximum

NI PCIe-8231

Typical............................................................1 A at 3.3 V = 3.3 W maximum

375 mA at 3.3 V

aux

 = 1.24 W maximum

PCI Express Interface (NI PCIe-8231 Only)

PCI Express compliance ........................................Version 1.1

Native link width....................................................x1

Up-plugging link width availability.......................x4, x8, x16

Summary of Contents for PXI-8231

Page 1: ...PXI 8231...

Page 2: ...ibility with Windows Vista NI Vision Acquisition Software 8 2 1 or later which includes the NI IMAQdx driver software Optional software for developing applications NI Vision Builder for Automated Insp...

Page 3: ...or below the pollution degree stated in the specifications Pollution consists of any foreign matter solid liquid or gas that may reduce dielectric strength or surface resistivity The following is a de...

Page 4: ...t connections to fixed installations Measurement Category IV is for measurements performed at the primary electrical supply installation 1 000 V Examples include electricity meters and measurements on...

Page 5: ...r CompactPCI chassis The NI PXI 8231 is installed and the camera is connected NI PCIe 8231 1 Install the NI Vision Acquisition Software before installing the NI PCIe 8231 Refer to the NI Vision Acquis...

Page 6: ...chassis 7 Secure the device mounting bracket to the back panel rail of the computer 8 Replace the computer cover 9 Connect the Ethernet cable to your camera Refer to your camera manufacturer documenta...

Page 7: ...IMAQdx driver software Specifications The following specifications apply to the NI 8231 interface device These specifications are typical at 25 C unless otherwise stated Physical Characteristics Dime...

Page 8: ...y IEC 60950 1 EN 60950 01 UL 60950 1 CSA 60950 1 Electromagnetic Compatibility This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of EMC for electrical equipment for measurem...

Page 9: ...the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help C...

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