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NI TB-2706 Installation Guide

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0.10 in. slotted screwdriver

Pinout label for M Series (adhered to cover of TB-2706) or pinout list for NI PXI-6143

Number 1 Phillips screwdriver

26–16 AWG wire

Wire cutters

Wire insulation stripper

Safety Information

Cautions

Do 

not

 operate the device in an explosive atmosphere or where there may be flammable 

gases or fumes.

Do 

not

 operate damaged equipment. The safety protection features built into this device can become 

impaired if the device becomes damaged in any way. If the device is damaged, turn the device off and 
do

 not

 use it until service-trained personnel can check its safety. If necessary, return the device to 

National Instruments for service and repair to ensure that its safety is not compromised.

Do

 not

 operate this equipment in a manner that contradicts the information specified in this 

document. Misuse of this equipment could result in a shock hazard.

Do 

not

 substitute parts or modify equipment. Because of the danger of introducing additional 

hazards, do

 not

 install unauthorized parts or modify the device. Return the device to National 

Instruments for service and repair to ensure that its safety features are not compromised.

You 

must

 insulate all of your signal connections to the highest voltage with which the TB-2706 can 

come in contact.

Connections, including power signals to ground and vice versa, that exceed any of the maximum 
signal ratings on the terminal block can create a shock or fire hazard, or can damage any or all of the 
boards connected to the host computer, and the terminal block. National Instruments is 

not 

liable for 

any damages or injuries resulting from incorrect signal connections.

Clean the module and accessories by brushing off light dust with a soft non-metallic brush. Remove 
other contaminants with a stiff non-metallic brush. The unit 

must 

be completely dry and free from 

contaminants before returning it to service.

Summary of Contents for Terminal Block NI TB-2706

Page 1: ...l Instruments device The 70 screw terminals allow access to every pin on the connector plus two shield screw terminals for use with a shielded cable For M Series devices with two connectors this terminal block allows access to every pin on Connector 0 plus two shield screw terminals for use with a shielded cable but makes Connector 1 inaccessible Caution The TB 2706 is not designed for input volta...

Page 2: ...nt Misuse of this equipment could result in a shock hazard Do not substitute parts or modify equipment Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards do not install unauthorized parts or modify the device Return the device to National Instruments for service and repair to ensure that its safety features are not compromised You must insulate all of your signal connections to the highest vo...

Page 3: ...ver Note Your kit contains a pinout label for M Series devices only shown in Figure 2 This label adhered to the inside of the cover is a pin number to signal name reference For PXI 6143 pin connections refer to Figure 3 or the S Series User Manual 1 Top Cover Screw 2 Cover 3 Chassis Ground Lug 4 Strain Relief Screw 5 Terminal Block Mounting Screw 6 Strain Relief Bar 7 Signal Wire 8 Strain Relief O...

Page 4: ...river 3 Use wire cutters and wire insulation strippers to strip no more than 7 mm of insulation from the wire ends 4 Loosen the screws in the screw terminals with the 0 10 in slotted screwdriver 5 Insert the stripped wires into the screw terminals Tighten the screws with the 0 10 in slotted screwdriver No bare wire should extend past the screw terminal Exposed wire increases the risk of short circ...

Page 5: ...t the chassis is powered off before inserting the PXI PXIe module 1 Install the PXI PXIe module into the chassis and tighten the two module screws You must install the TB 2706 terminal block on the PXI PXIe module after the module is installed in the chassis 2 Guide the terminal block onto the connector 3 Tighten the two terminal block mounting screws Caution The TB 2706 is not designed for input ...

Page 6: ...ive humidity 10 to 90 noncondensing Pollution Degree indoor use only 2 Altitude 2 000 m Safety This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of safety for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use IEC 61010 1 EN 61010 1 UL 61010 1 CSA 61010 1 Note For UL and other safety certifications refer to the product label or visit ni com certification sea...

Page 7: ...m NI Application Engineers National Instruments corporate headquarters is located at 11500 North Mopac Expressway Austin Texas 78759 3504 National Instruments also has offices located around the world to help address your support needs For telephone support in the United States create your service request at ni com support and follow the calling instructions or dial 512 795 8248 For telephone supp...

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