Chapter 1
Introduction
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RT Series DAQ Device User Manual
Unpacking
Your RT Series DAQ device is shipped in an antistatic package to prevent
electrostatic damage to the device. Electrostatic discharge can damage
several components on the device. To avoid such damage in handling the
device, take the following precautions:
•
Ground yourself by using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded
object.
•
Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of your computer chassis
before removing the device from the package.
•
Remove the device from the package and inspect the device for
loose components or any other sign of damage. Notify National
Instruments if the device appears damaged in any way. Do
not
install
a damaged device into your computer.
•
Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.
Software Programming Choices
Use the RT Series DAQ devices with LabVIEW RT and NI-DAQ. Because
NI-DAQ is included with LabVIEW RT, install NI-DAQ during the
LabVIEW RT installation. Refer to the
LabVIEW Real-Time Release Notes
for specific information about LabVIEW RT and NI-DAQ version
compatibility. Refer to Chapter 2,
Installation and Configuration
,
for information about installing your RT Series hardware.
