National Instruments PCIe-1437 User manual

PCIe-1437

GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI PCIe-1437
Base, Medium, Full, and Extended Configuration Camera Link Frame
Grabber
This document describes how to begin using the NI PCIe-1437.
Safety
Caution Observe all instructions and cautions in the user documentation. Using
the model in a manner not specified can damage the model and compromise the
built-in safety protection. Return damaged models to NI for repair.
Attention Suivez toutes les instructions et respectez toutes les mises en garde de la
documentation utilisateur. L'utilisation d'un modèle de toute autre façon que celle
spécifiée risque de l'endommager et de compromettre la protection de sécurité
intégrée. Renvoyez les modèles endommagés à NI pour réparation.

Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines
This product was tested and complies with the regulatory requirements and limits for
electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) stated in the product specifications. These requirements
and limits provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the product is
operated in the intended operational electromagnetic environment.
This product is intended for use in industrial locations. However, harmful interference may
occur in some installations, when the product is connected to a peripheral device or test object,
or if the product is used in residential or commercial areas. To minimize interference with
radio and television reception and prevent unacceptable performance degradation, install and
use this product in strict accordance with the instructions in the product documentation.
Furthermore, any changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by National
Instruments could void your authority to operate it under your local regulatory rules.
Notice To ensure the specified EMC performance, operate this product only with
shielded cables and accessories.
Preparing the Environment
Ensure that the environment in which you are using the NI PCIe-1437 meets the following
specifications.
Maximum altitude 2,000 m (800 mbar) (at 25 °C ambient
temperature)
Pollution degree 2
Indoor use only.
Note Refer to the device specifications on ni.com/manuals for complete
specifications.
This product meets the requirements of the following environmental standards for electrical
equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use.
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Operating Environment
Operating temperature, local10 °C to 55 °C
(IEC 60068-2-1 and IEC 60068-2-2)
Operating humidity 10% to 90% RH, noncondensing
(IEC 60068-2-78)
System slot airflow 0.4 m/s (80 LFM)
Storage Environment
Ambient temperature range -20 °C to 70 °C
(IEC 60068-2-1 and IEC 60068-2-2)
Relative humidity range 5% to 95% RH, noncondensing
(IEC 60068-2-78)
Unpacking the Kit
Notice To prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) from damaging the device, ground
yourself using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded object, such as your
computer chassis.
1. Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis.
2. Remove the device from the package 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 any other items and documentation from the kit.
Store the device in the antistatic package when the device is not in use.
Verifying the Kit Contents
Verify that the following items are included in the NI PCIe-1437 kit.
1For PCI Express adapter cards with integrated air movers, NI defines the local operational ambient
environment to be at the fan inlet. For cards without integrated air movers, NI defines the local
operational ambient environment to be 25 mm (1 in.) upstream of the leading edge of the card. For
more information about the local operational ambient environment definition for PCI Express
adapter cards, visit ni.com/info and enter the Info Code pcielocalambient.
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Figure 1. NI PCIe-1437 Kit Contents
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1. Hardware
2. NI Vision Acquisition Software
3. Getting Started Guide
Installing the Software
Close any applications before upgrading your software. You must be an Administrator to
install NI software on your computer.
1. If applicable, install an application development environment (ADE), such as
LabVIEW 2015 or later, LabVIEW NXG 2.1 or later, Microsoft Visual Studio®, or
LabWindows™/CVI™.
2. Install the NI Vision Acquisition Software 18.0.
Note NI-IMAQdx API is required when programming the NI PCIe-1437 in
LabVIEW NXG.
Installing the NI PCIe-1437
The following instructions are for general installation. Refer to the documentation provided by
your computer manufacturer for specific instructions and warnings.
What to Use
• NI PCIe-1437
• Camera Link-compatible camera
• One (base) or two (medium/full/extended) Camera Link cables with a 26-pin SDR
connector on the end for the NI PCIe-1437
• Computer running Microsoft Windows 7 SP1 (32- or 64-bit) or later with at least one
available x8 or larger PCIe slot
• Tools for PCIe card installation (refer to the documentation provided by your computer
manufacturer)
• NI Vision Acquisition Software
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What to Do
1. Install NI Vision Acquisition Software before installing the NI PCIe-1437. Refer to the
NI Vision Acquisition Software Release Notes for specific installation instructions.
2. Power off and unplug the computer.
Caution To protect yourself and the computer from electrical hazards, the
computer must remain unplugged until the installation is complete.
Attention Pour vous protéger et protéger l'ordinateur des risques électriques,
l'ordinateur doit rester débranché jusqu'à ce que l'installation soit terminée.
3. Remove the computer cover to expose the expansion slots.
Notice Installing a PCIe device into any non-PCIe slot can damage both the
computer motherboard and the device. Refer to the documentation provided by
your computer manufacturer to determine the correct slot in which to install the
NI PCIe-1437.
4. Touch a metal part of the computer to discharge any static electricity that might be on
your clothes or body. Static electricity can damage the device.
5. Choose an unused x8 or larger PCIe slot, and remove the corresponding expansion slot
cover on the back panel of the computer.
Note The NI PCIe-1437 is intended for a x8 PCIe slot. The NI PCIe-1437 will
fit into, and can be used in, a x8 or x16 PCIe slot. Refer to the Verifying the
Installation section to check the connected PCIe lane width and speed in
Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) to ensure that the NI PCIe-1437
is plugged into a slot that is providing maximum performance. If the
NI PCIe-1437 is plugged into a slot that cannot provide a x8 5.0 GT/s
connection, you will not be able to achieve full bandwidth and you may
experience timeouts and/or FIFO overflows.
6. Insert the device into the applicable PCIe slot and gently rock the device into the slot. The
connection may be tight, but do not force the device into place.
Note Check that the bracket of your device aligns up with the hole in the back
panel rail of the computer chassis.
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Figure 2. Installing a PCI Express Device
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1. PCI Express Device
2. PCI Express System Slot
3. PC with PCI Express Slot
7. Secure the device mounting bracket to the back panel rail of the computer.
Note If you will be using the NI Camera Link I/O Extension Board (PCIe),
refer to the NI Camera Link I/O Extension Board (PCIe) User Guide for
installation instructions.
8. Replace the computer cover.
9. Connect the Camera Link cable(s) to a Camera Link-compatible camera. Refer to the
camera manufacturer documentation for specific instructions about how to connect the
cable to your camera.
10. Connect the other end of the Camera Link cable(s) to the 26-pin SDR Camera Link
connector(s) on the front panel. Tighten the retention screws to secure the cable(s) to the
connector(s).
Note If connecting two cables, ensure that one cable connects the Base
connector of the camera to the Base connector of the NI PCIe-1437 and one
cable connects the Med/Full/Ext connector of the camera to the Med/Full/Ext
connector of the NI PCIe-1437. Crossing the cables will lead to the
NI PCIe-1437 being unable to communicate with the camera.
11. Plug in and power on the computer.
The NI PCIe-1437 is now installed and the camera is connected.
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Verifying the Installation
After you have installed the device and powered on your computer, Windows will recognize
the device and assign resources to it. You can verify that the system recognizes the
NI PCIe-1437 by using Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX).
1. Launch MAX by navigating to Start»All Programs»National Instruments»MAX or by
clicking the MAX desktop icon.
2. Expand Devices and Interfaces.
3. Verify that the NI PCIe-1437 device appears under Devices and Interfaces.
If the device does not appear, press <F5> to refresh the view in MAX. If the device does
not appear after refreshing the view, visit ni.com/support for troubleshooting information.
4. Click on NI PCIe-1437 and verify that the device is plugged into a slot that can provide
the maximum performance with the following Settings:
a) Negotiated PCIe Lane Width — X8
b) Negotiated PCIe Link Speed — 5.0 GT/s
Configuring the NI PCIe-1437
Use Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX), to configure the NI PCIe-1437 for
acquisition. In NI Vision Acquisition Software 18.0, the NI PCIe-1437 will use the NI-
IMAQdx MAX configuration panels if NI-IMAQdx is also installed. If NI-IMAQdx is not
installed, it will use the NI-IMAQ panels to configure the device. Refer to the Measurement &
Automation Explorer Help for NI-IMAQ for additional information about configuring the
device.
Note Before configuring the device in MAX, ensure that you installed the NI-
IMAQdx and/or NI-IMAQ driver software, included with the NI Vision Acquisition
Software.
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Connectors and Interfaces
Figure 3. Front Panel Interface
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1. Digital I/O Connector
2. Base Camera Link SDR Connector
3. Medium/Full/Extended Camera Link SDR
Connector
4. Power over Camera Link LEDs
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Figure 4. Top Connectors
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1. RTSI Connector
2. I/O Extension Connector
Pinout
Digital I/O Connector
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