National Instruments SCXI, Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI Switches
SCXI
™
Switch Modules
This document explains how to install, configure, and set up a National Instruments SCXI
switch module. Your NI SCXI switch module ships with the NI-SWITCH instrument driver,
which you can use to program the device.
This document contains information about the NI-DAQmx driver software, which you can
also use to program NI switch modules. Launch NI-DAQmx from the Start menu, or for
Windows 8, from NI Launcher.
Note
The protection provided by your NI switch product can be impaired if used
in a manner not described in this document.
Related Information
Refer to the NI Switches Help for detailed information about features and programming
options for your NI switch product.
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................2
Verifying the System Requirements.........................................................................................2
Verifying the Kit Contents........................................................................................................2
NI SCXI Required Items...................................................................................................2
Unpacking.................................................................................................................................3
Installing the Software..............................................................................................................3
Installing the Hardware.............................................................................................................4
Installation Procedure 1....................................................................................................6
Installation Procedure 2....................................................................................................7
Installation Procedure 3..................................................................................................12
Installation Procedure 4..................................................................................................13
Installation Procedure 5..................................................................................................14
Configuring the Hardware in MAX........................................................................................15
Connecting Signals to Switch Terminal Blocks.....................................................................16
Programming the NI Switch Product......................................................................................17
NI-SWITCH Examples...........................................................................................................17
Where to Go Next...................................................................................................................19
Appendix A: PXI Express Compatibility................................................................................19
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................20