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Contents
Chapter 1
Getting Started with the cDAQ Controller
Safety Guidelines.............................................................................................................. 1-3
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines ...................................................................... 1-4
Hardware Symbol Definitions .......................................................................................... 1-5
Unpacking......................................................................................................................... 1-6
Installing the cDAQ Controller for Windows .................................................................. 1-6
Installing the cDAQ Controller for LabVIEW Real-Time............................................... 1-9
Wiring Power to the cDAQ Controller............................................................................. 1-15
Powering Down the cDAQ Controller ............................................................................. 1-17
Controller Startup Options................................................................................................ 1-17
Removing Modules from the cDAQ Controller ............................................................... 1-18
Mounting the cDAQ Controller........................................................................................ 1-18
Mounting the cDAQ Controller on a Panel .............................................................. 1-21
Using the cDAQ Controller on a Desktop................................................................ 1-24
Mounting the cDAQ Controller on a DIN Rail ........................................................ 1-26
Mounting the cDAQ Controller on a Rack............................................................... 1-27
Installing the Module Immobilization Accessory .................................................... 1-28
Mini DisplayPort Connector..................................................................................... 1-30
USB Host Ports......................................................................................................... 1-31
USB Device Port ...................................................................................................... 1-32
RESET Button .......................................................................................................... 1-33
Power Button ............................................................................................................ 1-33
LEDs......................................................................................................................... 1-34
Ethernet Ports ........................................................................................................... 1-36
NI-XNET CAN/LIN Connector ............................................................................... 1-38
PFI 0 SMB Connector .............................................................................................. 1-39
RS-232 Serial Port .................................................................................................... 1-39
Power Connector ...................................................................................................... 1-39
SD Card Removable Storage.................................................................................... 1-39
Resetting the System CMOS and BIOS Settings ............................................. 1-41