NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 (01) PDF Document

The front panel of the NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 controller includes several indicators and connectors for operation:

1. POWER OK/FAULT LED:

– Off: The controller is not receiving power from the chassis backplane.

– Amber: The controller is in a fault state. The chassis may be overheating, or a power rail may be out of specification.

– Green: The controller is powered on and operating correctly.

2. DRIVE LED: A green LED that indicates activity on the hard disk drive or solid-state drive.

3. Reset Button: A recessed button that allows you to perform a hard reset of the controller without powering down the chassis.

4. USB Ports: Four Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports for connecting peripheral devices.

5. 10/100/1000 ETHERNET LAN 1/LAN 2 Connectors: Two RJ45 connectors for Gigabit Ethernet connections. LAN 1 also supports Wake-on-LAN.

6. GPIB (IEEE 488) Connector: For connecting GPIB instruments.

7. SERIAL Connector: A 9-pin male D-SUB connector for RS232 serial communication.

8. DVI-I Video Connector: An integrated DVI-I connector that supports both DVI-D and VGA analog video signals for connecting a display.

9. PXI Express System Timing Slot LEDs:

– PXIe CTRL: A green LED indicating that the controller is in a PXI Express chassis with a system timing slot.

– PXI_TRIG<0..7>: Eight amber LEDs indicating the state of the PXI trigger lines on the PXI backplane.

– PXI_STAR: An amber LED indicating the state of the PXI star trigger line.

– PXI_CLK10: A green LED indicating the presence of the 10 MHz PXI_CLK10 signal on the backplane.

The following table lists the key specifications for the NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 controller.

To ensure safe operation of your NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119, please adhere to the following safety precautions:

Caution:

– To prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) from damaging the controller, ground yourself using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded object. Handle the controller by its front panel or edges only.

– Do not operate the NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 in a manner not specified in its documentation. Misuse can result in a hazard and may compromise the safety protection built into the product.

– Before installing or removing the controller, you must power off the PXI/PXI Express chassis.

– Do not operate the NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 in an explosive atmosphere or where there may be flammable gases or fumes.

– If the product is damaged, do not use it. Have it inspected by qualified service personnel.

– Ensure that the PXI chassis fan is operational and the air vents are not restricted to prevent overheating.

– The BIOS battery is not user-replaceable. Contact NI for service if the battery needs to be replaced.

When you unpack your NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 controller, follow these steps:

1. Touch the metal part of the shipping container to discharge any static electricity that may have built up on your body.

2. Open the shipping container and remove the controller and any other included items.

3. Carefully inspect the NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 for any loose components or other signs of damage. Notify NI immediately if the controller appears damaged. Do not install a damaged controller into a chassis.

4. Store the shipping container for later use in the event the controller needs to be shipped.

For proper operation of the NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119, you must install software in a specific order, before installing the controller hardware into the chassis. The recommended installation order is:

1. Application Development Environment (ADE): Install your chosen ADE, such as LabVIEW or LabWindows™/CVI™.

2. NI-VISA: Install the NI-VISA driver, which is required for PXI system configuration.

3. Other NI Driver Software: Install any other necessary NI drivers, such as NI-488.2 for GPIB functionality.

4. PXI Platform Services: This software is required for chassis and controller identification and is usually included with other NI drivers like NI-VISA. Ensure you have the latest version installed.

To install the NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 controller into a PXI Express chassis, follow these steps carefully:

1. Ensure all necessary software (ADE, NI-VISA, other drivers) is installed on your system before beginning hardware installation.

2. Power off the PXI Express chassis. Do not install the controller while the chassis is powered on.

3. Ground yourself using a grounding strap or by touching a grounded object to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD).

4. Remove the filler panel from the system controller slot of the chassis (usually Slot 1). The NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 must be installed in a PXI Express system controller slot.

5. Hold the controller by the edges and align it with the card guides on the top and bottom of the selected slot.

6. Slide the NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 into the slot until it is fully seated. You should feel the connectors on the rear of the controller mate with the backplane.

7. Secure the controller to the chassis front panel by tightening the front-panel mounting screws on the top and bottom of the panel.

8. Connect peripherals such as a keyboard, mouse, and monitor to the appropriate front panel connectors.

9. Power on the PXI Express chassis.

You can access the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility on your NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 to configure system settings.

To enter the BIOS Setup Utility:

1. Connect a keyboard and monitor to the NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119.

2. Power on or reboot the PXI chassis containing the controller.

3. During startup, press the <Delete> key when prompted on the screen.

Navigating the BIOS:

– Use the arrow keys (← and →) to select different menus from the menu bar at the top of the screen.

– Use the arrow keys (↑ and ↓) to move between fields within a menu.

– Press <Enter> to select a field or view its sub-menu.

– Use the <+> and <-> keys to change the values in a selected field.

– Press <Esc> to exit a sub-menu.

– Press <F9> to load the BIOS default settings.

– Press <F10> to save any changes you have made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

Caution: Modifying BIOS settings incorrectly can prevent your NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 from operating properly. Only change settings if you are certain of the effect. If you are unsure, use the default settings or exit without saving changes.

After installing the hardware and software, you can use Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) to configure your NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 system.

1. Open MAX by navigating to Start » All Programs » National Instruments » Measurement & Automation.

2. In the configuration tree on the left, expand My System.

3. Expand the Devices and Interfaces item to see the list of installed National Instruments hardware.

4. Expand the PXI System item (for example, PXI System (Unidentified)).

5. Under the PXI System, expand the Chassis item (for example, Chassis (Unidentified)).

6. Your NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 controller and any other installed PXI modules should be listed under the chassis. You can select the controller or modules to view their properties and perform a self-test to verify they are working correctly.

7. To identify your chassis model, right-click the chassis in the configuration tree and select Identify As. Choose the correct chassis model from the list.

If you encounter issues with your NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119, perform these initial checks:

1. Check Power: Ensure the PXI chassis power is on and the POWER OK/FAULT LED on the controller is solid green. If it’s amber or off, there may be a power or thermal issue.

2. External Connections: Verify that all external connections (keyboard, mouse, monitor, network cables) are secure.

3. Reset the Controller: Try pressing the recessed Reset button on the front panel. This performs a hard reset without cycling chassis power.

4. Chassis Inspection: Power down the chassis and ensure the NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 controller is properly seated in the system controller slot. Also check that any other PXI modules are seated correctly.

5. Software Check: Verify that all necessary software, including LabVIEW/CVI, NI-VISA, and PXI Platform Services, is installed correctly on the controller.

6. BIOS Settings: If the system does not boot, consider entering the BIOS setup and loading the default settings to resolve potential configuration issues.

The POWER OK/FAULT LED on the front panel of the NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 provides status information about the controller’s power and thermal condition.

During the Power-On Self Test (POST), the NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 displays two-character codes on its internal 7-segment display. These codes indicate the progress of the boot sequence. If the controller hangs, the last displayed code can help identify the problem.

Note: These codes are visible through a cutout on the side of the controller’s enclosure.

The NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 includes a hidden partition on its hard drive containing a factory image for system recovery. To restore this image, follow these steps:

1. Connect a USB keyboard and a monitor to the controller.

2. Reboot the NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 controller.

3. As the controller boots, press the <F5> key when the Phoenix splash screen appears to start the recovery process.

4. Follow the on-screen prompts provided by the recovery utility to restore the operating system and pre-installed NI software to its original factory state.

Caution: This process will erase all data, user accounts, and programs on the primary (C:) partition of the hard drive. Back up any important files before you begin the recovery process.

The NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS NI PXI-8119 features a 9-pin male D-SUB connector for RS232 serial communication. The pin assignments are as follows: