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GETTING STARTED GUIDE

PXIe-8246

PXIe, 4-Port, GigE PXI Frame Grabber Module

This document describes how to install and configure the necessary hardware and software
components to begin using the PXIe-8246.

You need the following items to set up and use the PXIe-8246.

PXIe-8246 GigE interface device

GigE Vision Camera

Ethernet cable

PXIe computer running Microsoft Windows 10 with at least one available slot

NI-IMAQdx 20.5 or later driver software, included with NI Vision Acquisition Software
(VAS)

LabVIEW 2020

Optional software for developing applications:

NI Vision Builder for Automated Inspection

NI Vision Development Module (VDM)

Note

 

Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.

Contents

Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
PXIe-8246 Kit Contents............................................................................................................2
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 2
Installing Application Software and Driver.............................................................................. 3

Installing Vision Builder AI..............................................................................................3
Installing the Vision Development Module...................................................................... 3

Installing the PXIe-8246........................................................................................................... 4

Confirming the Device is Recognized.............................................................................. 5

Front Panel................................................................................................................................ 5
Configuring the PXIe-8246 in MAX........................................................................................ 6
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................ 7

What Should I Do if the PXIe-8246 Does Not Appear in MAX?.................................... 7

Where to Go Next..................................................................................................................... 7
Worldwide Support and Services.............................................................................................. 8

Содержание PXIe-8246

Страница 1: ...VAS LabVIEW 2020 Optional software for developing applications NI Vision Builder for Automated Inspection NI Vision Development Module VDM Note Before you begin install and configure your chassis and...

Страница 2: ...ackage and inspect the device for loose components or any other sign of damage Notice Never touch the exposed pins of connectors Note Do not install a device if it appears damaged in any way 3 Unpack...

Страница 3: ...e installation media for system requirements and installation instructions for the NI IMAQdx driver Documentation for the NI IMAQdx driver software is available by selecting Start All Programs Nationa...

Страница 4: ...e black plastic covers from all the captive screws on the module front panel 5 Identify a supported slot in the chassis The following figure shows the symbols that indicate the slot types Figure 1 Cha...

Страница 5: ...ete the following steps 1 Select Start All Programs National Instruments Measurement Automation Explorer to open Measurement Automation Explorer MAX 2 Verify that the camera connected to the PXIe 8246...

Страница 6: ...MAX to configure your NI hardware MAX informs other programs about which NI hardware products are in the system and how they are configured MAX is automatically installed with NI Vision Acquisition So...

Страница 7: ...nsure that all hardware is correctly installed and restart the system 4 Navigate to the Device Manager Right click the Start button and select Device Manager 5 Verify the PXIe 8246 appears in the Devi...

Страница 8: ...ess to everything from troubleshooting and application development self help resources to email and phone assistance from NI Application Engineers Visit ni com services for information about the servi...

Страница 9: ...ULAs and third party legal notices in the readme file for your NI product Refer to the Export Compliance Information at ni com legal export compliance for the NI global trade compliance policy and how...

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