National Instruments SCXI-1503 Network Card User Manual


 
Chapter 1 About the SCXI-1503
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Installing Application Software, NI-DAQ, and the
E/M Series DAQ Device
Refer to the DAQ Getting Started Guide packaged with the NI-DAQ
software to install your application software, NI-DAQ driver software, and
the DAQ device to which you will connect the SCXI-1503. NI-DAQ 8.1 or
later is required to configure and program the SCXI-1503 module. If you
do not have NI-DAQ 8.1 or later, you can either contact an NI sales
representative to request it on a CD or download the latest NI-DAQ version
from
ni.com.
Note Refer to the Read Me First: Radio-Frequency Interference document before
removing equipment covers or connecting or disconnecting any signal wires.
Installing the SCXI-1503 Module into the SCXI Chassis
Refer to the SCXI Quick Start Guide to install your SCXI-1503 module.
Installing the Terminal Block
Table 1-1 shows the supported SCXI-1503 terminal blocks. Refer to the
SCXI Quick Start Guide and the terminal block installation guide for more
information about the terminal block.
Configuring the SCXI System Software
Refer to the SCXI Quick Start Guide and the user manuals of the modules
in your application to configure and verify them in software.
Table 1-1. Supported SCXI-1503 Terminal Blocks
Terminal Block CJC Sensor Measurement Type
SCXI-1306 Yes Resistive temperature
measurements
TBX-96 No Custom signals
SCXI-1310 No