National Instruments R Series Intelligent DAQ PCI/PXI-783xR, Getting Started Manual

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Getting Started with R Series Intelligent DAQ
This document explains how to install and configure National Instruments PCI/PXI-781 x R,
PCI/PXI-783 x R, PXI-784 x R, and PXI-785 x R (NI 78 xx R) devices. This document also contains a
tutorial section that demonstrates how to begin taking a measurement using a LabVIEW FPGA
example VI.
Figure 1. PCI and PXI R Series Devices
NI 78 xx R Required Components
The following items are necessary to set up and use the NI PCI/PXI-78 xx R:
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The following software packages:
– LabVIEW
– LabVIEW FPGA Module
– NI-RIO device drivers
– (Optional) LabVIEW Real-Time Module
Refer to Step 1. Install Application Software and Driver , for information on R Series software
support.
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Development computer or PXI/CompactPCI chassis and PXI/CompactPCI embedded controller
running Windows 2000/XP.
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At least one cable and accessory for connecting signals to the NI 78 xx R. For a list of applicable
cable and accessory options, refer to the Connectivity Options section.