Chapter 1
About the SCXI-1503
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Installing Application Software, NI-DAQ, and the
E/M Series DAQ Device
Refer to the
DAQ Getting Started Guide
packaged with the NI-DAQ
software to install your application software, NI-DAQ driver software, and
the DAQ device to which you will connect the SCXI-1503. NI-DAQ 8.1 or
later is required to configure and program the SCXI-1503 module. If you
do not have NI-DAQ 8.1 or later, you can either contact an NI sales
representative to request it on a CD or download the latest NI-DAQ version
from
ni.com
.
Note
Refer to the
Read Me First: Radio-Frequency Interference
document before
removing equipment covers or connecting or disconnecting any signal wires.
Installing the SCXI-1503 Module into the SCXI Chassis
Refer to the
SCXI Quick Start Guide
to install your SCXI-1503 module.
Installing the Terminal Block
Table 1-1 shows the supported SCXI-1503 terminal blocks. Refer to the
SCXI Quick Start Guide
and the terminal block installation guide for more
information about the terminal block.
Configuring the SCXI System Software
Refer to the
SCXI Quick Start Guide
and the user manuals of the modules
in your application to configure and verify them in software.
Table 1-1.
Supported SCXI-1503 Terminal Blocks
Terminal Block
CJC Sensor
Measurement Type
SCXI-1306
Yes
Resistive temperature
measurements
TBX-96
No
Custom signals
SCXI-1310
No