National Instruments PXIe-1086 User manual

GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI PXIe-1086
The manual includes instructions for installing and configuring your NI PXIe-1086 chassis and
PXI Express system.
Contents
What You Need to Get Started ................................................................................................. 1
Safety Information .................................................................................................................... 2
Electrical ................................................................................................................................... 3
AC Input ........................................................................................................................... 3
Chassis Parts ............................................................................................................................. 3
Preparing the Environment.......................................................................................................5
Installing the PXI Express System ........................................................................................... 5
Step 1: Set Up the Chassis ................................................................................................ 5
Step 2: Install the Controller............................................................................................. 7
Step 3: Install Modules ..................................................................................................... 9
Step 4: Configure the System In Software Using MAX .................................................. 10
Step 5: Connect Signals to Modules................................................................................. 10
Where To Go Next ........................................................................................................... 10
Maintenance.............................................................................................................................. 10
Service Interval................................................................................................................. 10
Cleaning............................................................................................................................ 11
Replacing a Modular Power Supply......................................................................................... 11
Removal............................................................................................................................ 11
Installation ........................................................................................................................ 14
Worldwide Support and Services ............................................................................................. 15
What You Need to Get Started
The NI PXIe-1086 chassis kit contains the following items:
NI PXIe-1086 chassis
Filler panels
NI PXIe-1086 User Manual
Software media with PXI Platform Services 14.0 or later
Read Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility

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Chassis number labels
Inhibit fault cable connector
Note An AC power cable is also required, but not included in the NI PXIe-1086
chassis kit.
Safety Information
Caution Before undertaking any troubleshooting, maintenance, or exploratory
procedure, carefully read the following caution notices. Protection equipment may be
impaired if equipment is not used in the manner specified.
This equipment contains voltage hazardous to human life and safety, and is capable of inflicting
personal injury.
•Chassis Grounding—The chassis requires a connection from the premise wire safety
ground to the chassis ground. The earth safety ground must be connected during use of this
equipment to minimize shock hazards. Refer to refer to Chapter 2, Installation and
Configuration, of the NI PXIe-1086 User Manual for instructions on connecting safety
ground.
•Live Circuits—Operating personnel and service personnel must not remove protective
covers when operating or servicing the chassis. Adjustments and service to internal
components must be undertaken by qualified service technicians. During service of this
product, the mains connector to the premise wiring must be disconnected. Dangerous
voltages may be present under certain conditions; use extreme caution.
•Explosive Atmosphere—Do not operate the chassis in conditions where flammable gases
are present. Under such conditions, this equipment is unsafe and may ignite the gases or gas
fumes.
•Part Replacement—Only service this equipment with parts that are exact replacements,
both electrically and mechanically. Contact National Instruments for replacement part
information. Installation of parts with those that are not direct replacements may cause
harm to personnel operating the chassis. Furthermore, damage or fire may occur if
replacement parts are unsuitable.
•Modification—Do not modify any part of the chassis from its original condition.
Unsuitable modifications may result in safety hazards.

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Electrical
The following section provides information about the NI PXIe-1086 AC input.
Note Refer to the NI PXIe-1086 User Manual for full specifications.
AC Input
Input voltage range ........................................... 100 to 240 VAC
Operating voltage range1.................................. 90 to 264 VAC
Input current rating ........................................... 12 to 6 A
Input frequency range....................................... 50/60 Hz
Operating frequency range1.............................. 47 to 63 Hz
Over-current protection .................................... All outputs protected from short circuit and
overload with automatic recovery
Efficiency.......................................................... 70% typical
Power disconnect.............................................. The AC power cables provide main power
disconnect. Do not position the equipment so
that it is difficult to disconnect the power cord.
The front panel power switch causes the internal
chassis power supply to provide DC power to the
CompactPCI/PXI Express backplane. You also
can use the front panel terminal block 4-pin
connector and power mode switch to control the
internal chassis power supply.
Chassis Parts
The following figures show the key features of the NI PXIe-1086 chassis front and back panels.
1 This operating range is guaranteed by design.

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Figure 1. Front View of the NI PXIe-1086 Chassis (with Optional Filler Panels)
Figure 2. Rear View of the NI PXIe-1086 Chassis
1 Power Inhibit Switch
2 Status LEDs
3 Inhibit/Fault Connector
4 Earth (Ground) Terminal
5 Backplane Connectors
6 Clk10 Output
7 Clk10 Input
8 PXI Filler Panels (Optional)
9 Removable Feet
10 Fan Door Latch
11 PXI Express Hybrid
Peripheral Slots (16x)
12 PXI Express PXI Express System
Timing Slot
13 PXI Express System Controller Slot
14 Ethernet Port
15 Chassis Carry Handle
16 System Controller Expansion Slots
1 Power Supply Cooling Fan
2 Power Supply Handle
3 Chassis Power Connectors
4 Chassis Ground Screw
5 Inhibit Mode Selector Switch
6 Fan Speed Selector Switch
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Preparing the Environment
Ensure the environment you are using the NI PXIe-1086 in meets the following specifications.
Ambient temperature range .............................. 0 to 50 °C
(Tested in accordance with IEC 60068-2-1 and
IEC 60068-2-2. Meets MIL-PRF-28800F
Class 3 temperature limits.)
Relative humidity range.................................... 5 to 95%, noncondensing
(Tested to temperature and humidity levels
specified in MIL-PRF-28800F)
Maximum altitude............................................. 4600 m (570 mbar) (at 25 °C ambient)
Note Fan speed selector must be set to High to meet the maximum altitude
specification.
Pollution Degree ............................................... 2
For indoor use only.
Note Refer to the NI PXIe-1086 User Manual for full specifications.
Installing the PXI Express System
Step 1: Set Up the Chassis
1. Inspect the chassis interior and exterior for damage. If damage appears to have been caused
during shipment, file a claim with the carrier.
2. If you are installing the chassis in an instrument rack, install the rack mount kit for the
chassis (sold separately). Refer to the instructions supplied with the rack mount kit.
3. Position the chassis as shown in the following figure, so there is adequate clearance
between the chassis and surrounding equipment to ensure proper chassis cooling.

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Figure 3. Installing a PXI Express System Controller
4. Set the chassis fan speed to High or Auto using the fan-speed selector switch on the rear
panel of the chassis. Select High for maximum cooling performance or Auto for improved
acoustic performance. Refer to the Chassis Parts section for the fan-speed selector switch
location.
Caution When set to Auto, the fan speed is determined by the ambient temperature
outside the fan intake vents on the rear of the chassis. Ensure that this ambient
temperature does not exceed the rated ambient temperature as stated in Appendix A,
Specifications, of the NI PXIe-1086 User Manual. If the temperature exceeds the
stated spec, the power switch LED blinks green.
Note If two system fans or both power supply fans fail, the chassis shuts down
automatically, protecting the chassis and modules from damage due to overheating.
5. Make sure the electrical power outlet you use to power the chassis has an appropriate earth
safety ground. If your power outlet does not have an appropriate ground connection, you
must connect the premise safety ground to the chassis grounding screw on the rear panel:
a. Connect a 16 AWG (1.3 mm) wire to the chassis grounding screw using a grounding
lug. The wire must have green insulation with a yellow stripe or must be noninsulated
(bare).
b. Attach the opposite end of the wire to permanent earth ground using toothed washers
or a toothed lug.
1 Air Exhaust Vent 2 Primary Air Intake Vents
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retainer
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6. Connect the AC power source to the chassis before installing the system controller or
modules. The AC power cord grounds the chassis and protects it from electrical damage
while you install the system controller.
7. Power on the chassis. Make sure the switch LED is steady green (not flashing), indicating
the chassis is powered on and operating normally. If it is not, refer to Chapter 2, Installation
and Configuration, of the NI PXIe-1086 User Manual for more information about LED
indicators.
8. Power off the chassis.
Step 2: Install the Controller
Note Be sure the chassis is connected to an AC power source before installing the
system controller. The AC power cord grounds the chassis and protects it from
electrical damage while you install the controller.
Caution Refer to your PXI Express system controller user manual for specific
instructions and warnings.
1. Inspect the slot 1 pins on the chassis backplane for any bending or damage prior to
installation. Do not install the system controller if any pins are bent or damaged.
2. Install the system controller into the system controller slot (slot 1, indicated by the red card
guides) by first placing the system controller PCB into the front of the card guides (top and
bottom). Slide the system controller to the rear of the chassis, making sure the
injector/ejector handle is pushed down as shown in the following figure.
Figure 4. Installing a PXI Express System Controller
1 System Controller Front Panel Mounting Screws (4x)
2 PXI Express System Controller
3 Injector/Ejector Handle
4 NI PXIe-1086 Chassis
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3. When you begin to feel resistance, pull up on the injector/ejector handle to seat the system
controller fully into the chassis frame. Secure the system controller front panel to the
chassis using the system controller front panel mounting screws.
The following figure shows a PXI Express system controller installed in the system
controller slot of a chassis.
Figure 5. PXI Express System Controller Installed in an NI PXIe-1086 Chassis
4. Connect the keyboard, mouse, and monitor to the appropriate connectors. Connect devices
to ports as required by your system configuration.
5. Power on the chassis. Verify that the system controller boots. If the system controller does
not boot, refer to the Troubleshooting section or your system controller user manual.
1 NI PXIe-1086 Chassis 2 PXI Express System Controller 3 Injector/Ejector Rail
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Step 3: Install Modules
Note Refer to your module user manual for specific instructions and warnings.
1. Power off the chassis.
2. Inspect the slot pins on the chassis backplane for any bending or damage prior to
installation. Do not install a module if the backplane is damaged.
3. To prevent damage to the chassis, ensure that you are installing the module in the correct
type of slot. Refer to the Chassis Parts section for the slot descriptions.
4. Install the module into the chassis slot by first placing the module card PCB into the front
of the card guides (top and bottom), as shown in the following figure. Slide the module to
the rear of the chassis, making sure that the injector/ejector handle is pushed down.
Figure 6. Installing PXI, PXI Express, or CompactPCI Peripheral Modules
5. When you begin to feel resistance, push up on the injector/ejector handle to seat the module
fully into the chassis frame. Secure the module front panel to the chassis using the module
front-panel mounting screws.
6. Install filler panels (provided with the chassis) in unused slots to maintain proper module
cooling performance. Secure the panels with the captive mounting screws provided.
7. If needed, install optional EMC filler panels (sold separately) for extra electromagnetic
shielding. For more information about using EMC filler panels, refer to ni.com.
1 Injector/Ejector Handle
2 PXI Peripheral Module
3 Peripheral Module Front Panel Mounting Screws (2x)
4 PXI Express System Controller
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8. If needed, install optional slot blockers (sold separately) to improve the chassis cooling
performance. For more information about using PXI slot blockers, refer to ni.com.
9. Power on the chassis again. If the power inhibit switch indicator LED is steady green (not
flashing), the chassis is powered on and operating normally. If the LED is not steady green,
refer to Chapter 2, Installation and Configuration, of the NI PXIe-1086 User Manual for
more information about LED indicators.
Step 4: Configure the System In Software Using MAX
Note The configuration steps for single or multiple-chassis systems are the same.
1. If PXI Platform Services is not installed on your system, install it from the software CD
included with your chassis.
2. Launch MAX from the desktop shortcut or the Start menu.
3. In the Configuration tree, click the Devices and Interfaces branch to expand it.
4. If the PXI system controller has not yet been configured, it is labeled PXI System
(Unidentified). Right-click this entry to display the pop-up menu, then select the
appropriate system controller model from the Identify As submenu.
5. Click the PXI system controller. The chassis (or multiple chassis in a multichassis
configuration) is listed below it. Identify each chassis by right-clicking its entry, then
selecting the appropriate chassis model through the Identify As submenu. Further
expanding the PXI System branch shows all devices in the system that NI-VISA can
recognize. When your system controller and all your chassis are identified, the required
pxisys.ini file is complete.
Step 5: Connect Signals to Modules
Refer to your PXI module documentation for information about connecting signals to your
devices.
Where To Go Next
• User manuals and specifications for all devices in your system at ni.com/manuals.
•NI PXIe-1086 User Manual at ni.com/manuals for more information about the chassis
backplane, remote voltage monitoring and control, system initialization files, and pinouts.
Maintenance
Service Interval
Clean dust from the chassis exterior (and interior) as needed, based on the operating
environment. Periodic cleaning increases reliability.

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Cleaning
Cleaning procedures consist of exterior and interior cleaning of the chassis. Refer to your
module user documentation for information on cleaning the individual CompactPCI or
PXI Express modules.
Caution Always disconnect all power cables before cleaning or servicing the
chassis.
Interior Cleaning
Use a dry, low-velocity stream of air to clean the interior of the chassis. Use a soft-bristle brush
for cleaning around components.
Exterior Cleaning
Clean the exterior surfaces of the chassis with a dry lint-free cloth or a soft-bristle brush. If any
dirt remains, wipe with a cloth moistened in a mild soap solution. Remove any soap residue by
wiping with a cloth moistened with clear water. Do not use abrasive compounds on any part of
the chassis.
Caution Avoid getting moisture inside the chassis during exterior cleaning,
especially through the top vents. Use just enough moisture to dampen the cloth.
Caution Do not wash the front- or rear-panel connectors or switches. Cover these
components while cleaning the chassis.
Caution Do not use harsh chemical cleaning agents; they may damage the chassis.
Avoid chemicals that contain benzene, toluene, xylene, acetone, or similar solvents.
Replacing a Modular Power Supply
This section describes how to remove and install a modular power supply for the NI PXIe-1086
chassis.
Caution Do not use a power supply from another chassis. Doing so may damage
your chassis and the power supply.
Removal
The NI PXIe-1086 power supply (part number 782106-01) is a replacement part for the
NI PXIe-1086 chassis. Before attempting to replace a power supply, verify that there is adequate
clearance behind the chassis.
The power supplies for this chassis are redundant and hot swappable. If both power supplies are
installed and functional, you can remove either without disconnecting main AC power from the
system. If both power supplies are installed, and one has failed, you can remove the failed supply
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Complete the following steps to remove a power supply from the rear of the chassis, as shown
in Figure 7:
Caution Before handling the power supply, allow the fan to stop spinning.
1. Disengage the two captive screws on the rear of the power supply with a flat-blade screwdriver.
2. Extend the collapsible handle and pull the power supply out of the chassis.
Figure 7. Removing Power Supply from NI PXIe-1086 Chassis
1 Power Supply 2 Captive Screw 3 Collapsible Handle
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If access to the rear of the chassis is not available, you still can remove the power supplies by
removing the entire power drawer from the chassis. The power drawer is shown in Figure 8.
Figure 8. NI PXIe-1086 Power Drawer
Note If you are using the NI PXIe-1086 and NI SC Express modules with front
mounting terminal blocks together, you must remove the SC Express module front
mount terminal blocks to access the power drawer. Refer to your module
documentation for more information about removing the terminal blocks.
Complete the following steps to remove the power drawer:
1. Loosen the drawer lever captive screws with a flat-blade screwdriver until the threads
disengage from the chassis frame.
2. Rotate the drawer levers to eject the drawer from the chassis frame.
3. Pull the drawer about halfway out until the side latches engage.
4. Press in the side latches on both sides to release the drawer and continue to pull out the
drawer.
Caution Before handling the power supply, allow the fan to stop spinning.
5. Place the drawer on a table surface to remove the power supply.
6. Disengage the two captive screws on the rear of the power supply with a flat-blade
screwdriver. (Refer to Figure 7.)
7. Extend the collapsible handle and pull the power supply out of the chassis. (Refer to Figure 7.)
1CaptiveScrew 2 Power Drawer Lever 3 Side Latch 4 Power Supply
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Installation
Ensure there is no visible damage to the new power supply before installing it. Verify that there
is no foreign material inside the connector on the new power supply.
The power supplies for this chassis are redundant and hot swappable. If one power supply
already is installed and functional, you can install the second power supply without first
disconnecting main AC power from the system. If no power supplies are installed or functional
in the system, you must remove main power from the system by disconnecting the power cable
from the AC power connector on the chassis front panel.
Complete the following steps to install a power supply from the rear of the chassis:
1. Slide the power supply into an empty slot with the connector facing toward the chassis until
it engages.
2. Fold down the collapsible handle on the power supply.
3. Tighten the two captive screws on the rear of the power supply to 11.5 lb · in. torque with
a flat-blade screwdriver.
If access to the rear of the chassis is not available, you still can install power supplies by
removing the entire power drawer from the chassis. The power drawer is shown in Figure 8.
Note If you are using the NI PXIe-1086 and NI SC Express modules with front
mounting terminal blocks together, you must remove the SC Express module front
mount terminal blocks to access the power drawer. Refer to your module
documentation for more information about removing the terminal blocks.
Complete the following steps to remove the power drawer:
1. Loosen the drawer lever captive screws with a flat-blade screwdriver until the threads
disengage from the chassis frame.
2. Rotate the drawer levers to eject the drawer from the chassis frame.
3. Pull the drawer about halfway out until the side latches engage.
4. Press in the side latches on both sides to release the drawer and continue to pull out the
drawer.
Caution Before handling the power supply, allow the fan to stop spinning.
5. Place the drawer on a table surface to install the power supply.
6. Slide the power supply into an empty slot with the connector facing toward inside of drawer
until it engages.
7. Fold down the collapsible handle on the power supply.
8. Tighten the two captive screws on the rear of the power supply to 11.5 lb · in. torque with
a flat-blade screwdriver.
9. Reinstall the power drawer. When reinstalling the drawer, tighten the drawer lever captive
screws to 11.5 lb · in. torque.

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