
Chapter 2
Hardware Overview
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NI 951x User Manual
Figure 2-2.
NI 9512 Connection Diagram
Note
The NI 9512 requires an external power supply. You can connect the external power
supply to the V
sup
input provided on the DSUB or MDR connector. Do not connect more
than one external power supply to the module.
Encoder (optional)
Stepper Motor
Step±/CW
Direction±/CCW
Drive Fault
Drive Enable
Step±/CW
Direction±/CCW
Drive Fault
Drive Enable
DSUB Connector
Forward, Reverse Limit, Home
MDR Connector
NI 9512
Drive
Motor
Encoder 0 Phase A, B, Index
Limit and Home
Sensors
Power Supply
NI Connection
Accessory/
Custom Cable
+5 V OUT
V
sup