NI PCIe-8255R Quick Start Guide
The NI PCIe-8255R is an IEEE 1394a
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and IEEE 1394b interface device
for PCI Express (PCIe) with reconfigurable I/O (RIO). This document
explains how to install and configure the NI 8255R.
What You Need to Get Started
You need the following items to set up and use the NI 8255R:
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NI Vision Acquisition Software 8.2 or later
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NI Vision Acquisition Software Release Notes
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Computer running Windows 2000/XP with at least one PCIe slot
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IEEE 1394 camera
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9-pin IEEE 1394 cable for interfacing to IEEE 1394b cameras
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6-pin to 9-pin cable or 6-pin to 9-pin adapter for interfacing to
IEEE 1394a cameras
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External power supply to support powering isolated outputs
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Optional software packages and documentation:
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NI Vision Development Module
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NI Vision Builder for Automated Inspection
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LabVIEW
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LabVIEW FPGA Module
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LabWindows
™
/CVI
™
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To connect an IEEE 1394a camera to the NI 8255R, you will need a 6-pin to 9-pin cable or a 6-pin to 9-pin adapter.