Chapter 1
Introduction
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National Instruments Corporation
1-5
standard, 96-pin DIN header connector. Refer to your National Instruments
catalogue for specific information.
Unpacking
Your VXI-AO-48XDC module is shipped in an antistatic package to
prevent electrostatic damage to the module. Electrostatic discharge can
damage several components on the module. To avoid such damage in
handling the module, take the following precautions:
•
Ground yourself via a grounding strap or by holding a grounded object.
•
Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of your VXIbus chassis
before removing the module from the package.
•
Remove the module from the package and inspect the module for loose
components or any other sign of damage. Notify National Instruments
if the module appears damaged in any way. Do
not
install a damaged
module into your VXIbus backplane.
•
Never
touch the exposed pins of connectors.