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Introduction
This chapter describes the NI 6013/6014, lists what you need to get started,
describes the optional software and equipment, and explains how to unpack
the NI 6013/6014.
About the NI 6013/6014 Device
Thank you for buying an NI 6013/6014. The NI 6014 features 16 channels
(eight differential) of 16-bit analog input, two channels of 16-bit analog
output, a 68-pin connector, and eight lines of digital I/O. The NI 6013 is
identical to the NI 6014, except that it does not have AO channels.
The NI 6013/6014 uses the NI data acquisition system timing controller
(DAQ-STC) for time-related functions. The DAQ-STC consists of three
timing groups that control AI, AO, and general-purpose counter/timer
functions. These groups include a total of seven 24-bit and three 16-bit
counters and a maximum timing resolution of 50 ns. The DAQ-STC makes
possible such applications as buffered pulse generation, equivalent time
sampling, and seamless changing of the sampling rate.
What You Need to Get Started
To set up and use the device, you need the following items:
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At least one of the following devices:
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NI 6013 for PCI
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NI 6014 for PCI
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NI-DAQ (for PC Compatibles)
