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NI 8255R Connectors
9.
Replace the computer cover.
10. Connect the IEEE 1394 cable to your camera. Refer to your camera manufacturer documentation
for specific instructions about how to connect the cable to your camera.
11. Connect the IEEE 1394 cable to an IEEE 1394 connector on the NI 8255R front panel.
12. Plug in and power on the computer.
The NI 8255R is now installed and the camera is connected.
Wiring Isolated Output Power to the NI 8255R
Complete the following steps to connect power for the isolated outputs to the NI 8255R.
Caution
Do
not
connect the NI 8255R isolated power to a source less than 5 VDC or greater than
30 VDC. Doing so could damage the device.
1.
Complete this step if you are using the NI desktop power supply (part number 778794-01). If you
are using a power supply other than the NI desktop power supply skip this step and proceed to
step 2.
a.
Disconnect the 4-position power connector from the power supply, as shown in Figure 3.
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IEEE 1394b Bilingual Connector
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ISO/ATX Power Status LEDs
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IEEE 1394b Bilingual Connector
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44-Pin D-SUB Connector
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Camera Power ATX Connector
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