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NI USB-9162 User Guide

7.

Press firmly on the connector side of the C Series I/O module until the latches lock the 
module into place, as shown in Figure 4.

Figure 4.  

Locking Module into Place

8.

Plug one end of the USB cable into the NI USB-9162 and the other end into an available 
USB port on the computer. Refer to the 

NI-DAQmx for USB Devices Getting Started Guide

 

that shipped with your device, and is also accessible from 

Start»All Programs» 

National Instruments»NI-DAQ

,

 

for more information.

Note

You can provide strain relief for the USB cable by threading a zip tie through 

the strain relief loop and tightening the tie around the looped cable.

LED Indicator

The NI USB-9162 has a green LED next to the USB connector. The LED indicator indicates 
device status, as listed in Table 1.

Table 1.  

LED State/Device Status

LED State

Device Status

Not lit

Device not connected or in suspend.

On, not blinking

Device connected, but no module installed or device not initialized, or 
computer might be in standby mode. Make sure that you have the latest 
version of NI-DAQmx installed on your computer.

Single-blink

Operating normally. The device is initialized and receiving power 
from the connection.

Double-blink

Operating normally.

Quadruple-blink

Device error. Refer to 

ni.com/support

.

Summary of Contents for USB-9162

Page 1: ...sult in bodily injury Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Voltages If hazardous voltages are connected to the module take the following precautions A hazardous voltage is a voltage greater than 42 4 Vpk o...

Page 2: ...ry rules Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance operate this product only with shielded cables and accessories Unpacking The NI USB 9162 carrier ships in an antistatic package to prevent elec...

Page 3: ...nd the USB cable is not connected to the NI USB 9162 4 Optional Mount the NI USB 9162 to a panel or wall Threaded inserts are located in the NI USB 9162 for panel mounting Refer to Figure 2 for dimens...

Page 4: ...the USB cable by threading a zip tie through the strain relief loop and tightening the tie around the looped cable LED Indicator The NI USB 9162 has a green LED next to the USB connector The LED indi...

Page 5: ...dule wipe it with a dry towel Safety Voltages Connect only voltages that are within these limits Isolation Channel to channel Continuous 250 VAC Measurement Category II Withstand 1500 VAC verified by...

Page 6: ...duct label or the Online Product Certification section Electromagnetic Compatibility This product meets the requirements of the following EMC standards for electrical equipment for measurement control...

Page 7: ...e link in the Certification column Environmental Management NI is committed to designing and manufacturing products in an environmentally responsible manner NI recognizes that eliminating certain haza...

Page 8: ...Zone at ni com zone Where to Go for Support The National Instruments Web site is your complete resource for technical support At ni com support you have access to everything from troubleshooting and a...

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