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BNC-2111 Installation Guide
5.
Set your DAQ device to function correctly in software. The device
should be set to referenced single-ended mode (RSE) for measuring
floating source signals, or nonreferenced single-ended mode (NRSE)
for measuring ground-referenced signals.
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NI-DAQmx
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Set the appropriate terminal configuration when configuring
your global virtual channels in Measurement & Automation
Explorer (MAX).
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Or set these modes by using the Input Terminal Configuration
control of the DAQmx Create Virtual Channel VI or function
in your ADE.
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Traditional NI-DAQ (Legacy)
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Set the appropriate input mode when configuring your global
virtual channels or set the AI Mode property for your device
by right-clicking it under
Devices and Interfaces
and
selecting
Properties
in MAX.
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Or set these modes by using the Coupling & Input Config
control of the AI Config VI or by using the appropriate
function for your ADE.
6.
Connect the field signals to the BNC connectors. Refer to the
Connecting Signals to the BNC-2111
section for more information.
7.
Refer to the
DAQ Quick Start Guide
to launch MAX, confirm that your
device is recognized, and configure your device settings.
8.
Test specific device functionality, such as the ability to send and
receive data. Refer to the
DAQ Quick Start Guide
for more detailed
information on running test panels in MAX.
When you have finished using the BNC-2111, power off any external
signals connected to the BNC-2111 before you power off the computer.
Caution
The BNC-2111 is not designed for input voltages greater than 42 V. Input
voltages greater than 42 V can damage the BNC-2111, any device connected to it, and the
host computer. Overvoltage also can cause an electric shock hazard for the operator.
National Instruments is not liable for damage or injury resulting from misuse.