National Instruments cRIO-9068 User manual

GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI cRIO-9068
Reconfigurable Embedded Chassis with Integrated Intelligent Real-
Time Controller for CompactRIO
This document describes how to begin using the NI cRIO-9068.
Safety Guidelines
Caution Do not operate the cRIO-9068 in a manner not specified in this document.
Product misuse can result in a hazard. You can compromise the safety protection
built into the product if the product is damaged in any way. If the product is
damaged, return it to NI for repair.
Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations
The cRIO-9068 is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4 hazardous
locations; Class I, Zone 2, AEx nA IIC T4 and Ex nA IIC T4 hazardous locations; and
nonhazardous locations only. Follow these guidelines if you are installing the cRIO-9068 in a

potentially explosive environment. Not following these guidelines may result in serious injury
or death.
Caution Do not disconnect the power supply wires and connectors from the
controller unless power has been switched off.
Caution Do not disconnect I/O-side wires or connectors unless power has been
switched off or the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Caution Do not remove modules unless power has been switched off or the area is
known to be nonhazardous.
Caution Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I, Division 2.
Caution For Division 2 and Zone 2 applications, install the system in an enclosure
rated to at least IP54 as defined by IEC/EN 60079-15.
Caution The USB port requires NI Industrial USB Extender Cable (152166-xx)
for hazardous locations. All cables must be used in a conduit or cable gland to wire
to a nonhazardous location. Do not disconnect a cable unless the cRIO-9068 is
powered off or the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Special Conditions for Hazardous Locations Use in Europe and
Internationally
The cRIO-9068 has been evaluated as Ex nA IIC T4 Gc equipment under DEMKO 12
ATEX 1202658X and is IECEx UL 14.0089X certified. Each device is marked II 3G and is
suitable for use in Zone 2 hazardous locations, in ambient temperatures of -40 °C ≤ Ta ≤
70 °C.
Caution You must make sure that transient disturbances do not exceed 140% of
the rated voltage.
Caution The system shall only be used in an area of not more than Pollution
Degree 2, as defined in IEC/EN 60664-1.
Caution The system shall be mounted in an ATEX/IECEx-certified enclosure with
a minimum ingress protection rating of at least IP54 as defined in IEC/EN 60079-15.
Caution The enclosure must have a door or cover accessible only by the use of a
tool.
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
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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.
Special Conditions for Marine Applications
Some products are Lloyd’s Register (LR) Type Approved for marine (shipboard) applications.
To verify Lloyd’s Register certification for a product, visit ni.com/certification and search for
the LR certificate, or look for the Lloyd’s Register mark on the product.
Caution In order to meet the EMC requirements for marine applications, install the
product in a shielded enclosure with shielded and/or filtered power and input/output
ports. In addition, take precautions when designing, selecting, and installing
measurement probes and cables to ensure that the desired EMC performance is
attained.
Preparing the Environment
Ensure that the environment in which you are using the cRIO-9068 meets the following
specifications.
Operating temperature
(IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2)
-40 °C to 70 °C
Operating humidity (IEC 60068-2-56) 10% RH to 90% RH, noncondensing
Pollution Degree 2
Maximum altitude 5,000 m
Indoor use only.
Note Refer to the device specifications on ni.com/manuals for complete
specifications.
Unpacking the Kit
Caution 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.
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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.
Caution 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 cRIO-9068 kit.
Figure 1. Kit Contents
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1. cRIO-9068 with power connector
2. NI Driver Media
3. Getting Started Guide
Installing Software on the Host Computer
Before using the cRIO-9068, you must install the following application software and device
drivers on the host computer in this order:
1. LabVIEW 2013 or later
2. LabVIEW Real-Time Module 2013 or later
3. LabVIEW FPGA Module 2013 or later1
4. NI CompactRIO Device Drivers 13.0 or later
For minimum software support information, visit ni.com/info and enter the Info Code
swsupport.
1LabVIEW FPGA Module is not required when using Scan Interface mode. To program the user-
accessible FPGA on the cRIO-9068, LabVIEW FPGA Module is required.
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Installing C Series Modules
Complete the following steps to install a C Series module.
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1. Verify that power is not connected to the I/O connector(s) on the C Series module. If the
system is in a nonhazardous location, the cRIO-9068 can be powered on when you install
modules.
2. Press the latches on the C Series module.
3. Align the C Series module with a slot and seat it in the slot until the latches lock in place.
Removing C Series Modules
Verify that power is not connected to the I/O connector(s) on the C Series module before you
remove a module from the cRIO-9068. If the system is in a nonhazardous location, the
cRIO-9068 can be powered on when you remove modules.
Connecting the cRIO-9068
The cRIO-9068 has the following connectors, LEDs, and buttons.
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Figure 2. cRIO-9068 Part Locator Diagram
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1. Power Connector
2. Ethernet Ports
3. Chassis Ground Terminal
4. USB Host Port
5. USB Cable Retention Mount
6. RS-485 Serial Port
7. RS-232 Serial Port
8. RS-232 Serial Port
9. Reset Buttom
10. LEDs
Connecting the cRIO-9068 to Ground
You must connect the cRIO-9068 grounding terminal to the grounding electrode system of the
facility.
What to Use
• Ring lug
• Wire, 2.0 mm2 (14 AWG) or larger
• Screwdriver, Phillips #2
What to Do
Complete the following steps to ground the cRIO-9068.
1. Attach the ring lug to the wire.
2. Remove the grounding screw from the grounding terminal on the cRIO-9068.
3. Attach the ring lug to the grounding terminal.
4. Tighten the grounding screw to 0.5 N · m (4.4 lb · in.) of torque.
5. Attach the other end of the wire to the grounding electrode system of your facility using a
method that is appropriate for your application.
Caution If you use shielded cabling to connect to a C Series module with a plastic
connector, you must attach the cable shield to the chassis grounding terminal using
2.0 mm2 (14 AWG) or larger wire. Attach a ring lug to the wire and attach the wire
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to the chassis grounding terminal. Solder the other end of the wire to the cable
shield. Use shorter wire for better EMC performance.
For more information about ground connections, visit ni.com/info and enter the Info Code
emcground.
Connecting the cRIO-9068 to Power
The cRIO-9068 requires a 9 V to 30 V external power supply. The cRIO-9068 filters and
regulates the supplied power and provides power for the C Series modules. The cRIO-9068
has a primary power input, V1, and a secondary power input, V2.
The POWER LED on the cRIO-9068 indicates which power input is in use, as shown in the
following table.
Table 1. POWER LED Indicators
LED Color LED Pattern Indication
Green Solid The cRIO-9068 is powered from the V1 input.
Yellow Solid The cRIO-9068 is powered from the V2 input.
— Off The cRIO-9068 is powered off.
Caution Do not connect V2 to a DC mains supply or to any supply that requires a
connecting cable longer than 3 m (10 ft). A DC mains supply is a local DC
electricity supply network in the infrastructure of a site or building.
What to Use
• Screwdriver, 2.54 mm (0.10 in.) flathead
• Primary power supply, 9 V to 30 V, 25 W minimum
• (Optional) Secondary power supply, 9 V to 30 V, 25 W minimum
NI recommends the power supplies listed in the following table for the cRIO-9068.
Table 2. NI Power Supplies
Power Supply Part Number
NI PS-15 Industrial Power Supply
(24 VDC, 5 A, 100 VAC to 120 VAC/200 VAC to 240 VAC input)
781093-01
NI PS-10 Desktop Power Supply
(24 VDC, 5 A, 100 VAC to 120 VAC/200 VAC to 240 VAC input)
782698-01
What to Do
Complete the following steps to connect a power supply to the cRIO-9068.
1. Ensure that your power supply is powered off.
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2. Remove the power connector from the cRIO-9068.
Caution Do not tighten or loosen the terminal screws on the power connector
while the cRIO-9068 is powered on.
3. Connect the primary power supply and optional secondary power supply to the power
connector, as shown in the following figure.
Figure 3. cRIO-9068 Power Connections
Power Connector
V2
C
C
V1
Primary Power Supply
+
–
–
+
Secondary Power Supply
Note The C terminals are internally connected to each other.
4. Tighten the terminal screws on the power connector to 0.20 N · m to 0.25 N · m
(1.8 lb · in. to 2.2 lb · in.) of torque.
5. Install the power connector on the front panel of the cRIO-9068.
6. Tighten the power connector screw flanges to 0.20 N · m to 0.25 N · m (1.8 lb · in. to
2.2 lb · in.) of torque.
7. Power on the primary power supply and optional secondary power supply.
Connecting the cRIO-9068 to the Host Computer or
Network
Complete the following steps to connect the cRIO-9068 to a host computer or Ethernet
network using the RJ-45 Ethernet port 1. NI recommends using the RJ-45 Ethernet port 1 for
communication with deployed systems.
Note You can configure the RJ-45 Ethernet port 2 in Measurement & Automation
Explorer (MAX) under the Network Settings tab.
1. Power on the host computer or Ethernet hub.
2. Connect the RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port 1 on the cRIO-9068 to the host computer or
Ethernet hub using a standard Category 5 (CAT-5) or better shielded, twisted-pair
Ethernet cable.
Caution To prevent data loss and to maintain the integrity of your Ethernet
installation, do not use a cable longer than 100 m (328 ft).
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The cRIO-9068 attempts to initiate a DHCP network connection the first time you
connect using Ethernet. The cRIO-9068 connects to the network with a link-local IP
address with the form 169.254.x.x if it is unable to initiate a DHCP connection.
Tip Installing software may change the network behavior of the cRIO-9068.
For information about network behavior by installed software version, visit
ni.com/info and enter the Info Code ipconfigcrio.
Configuring the System in Measurement &
Automation Explorer (MAX)
Complete the following steps to find the system in MAX.
1. Launch MAX on the host computer.
2. Expand Remote Systems in the configuration tree and locate your system.
3. Select your target.
Tip MAX lists the system under the model number followed by the serial
number, such as NI-cRIO-9068-1856AAA.
Setting a System Password
Complete the following steps to set a system password.
Note The default username for the cRIO-9068 is admin. There is no default
password for the cRIO-9068, so you must leave the password field blank when
logging in until you set a system password.
1. Right-click your system and select Web Configuration.
The NI Web-Based Configuration and Monitoring utility opens in your default browser
and is where you set the password. If you have not installed Microsoft Silverlight,
NI Web-based Configuration & Monitoring prompts you to do so.
2. Enter a unique name for your system in the Hostname field.
3. Click the Security Configuration icon.
4. Click Login.
5. In the Login dialog box, enter the username admin and leave the password field blank.
6. Click OK.
7. Click Change Password.
8. Enter and re-enter a new password.
9. Click OK.
10. Click Save.
11. Click OK to confirm you are changing the password.
Caution NI cannot recover lost system passwords. If you forget the password,
you must contact NI and reformat the controller.
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Installing Software on the cRIO-9068
Complete the following steps to install software on the cRIO-9068.
1. In MAX, expand your system under Remote Systems.
2. Right-click Software.
3. Select Add/Remove Software to launch the LabVIEW Real-Time Software Wizard.
Tip You must log in if you set a system password.
4. Select the recommended software set for your LabVIEW and NI-RIO Device Drivers
versions.
5. Click Next.
6. Select NI Scan Engine from the software add-ons.
Select any additional software to install. If you plan on using the cRIO-9068 with the
LabVIEW FPGA Module, you can click Next. Click NI Scan Engine if you plan on
using the cRIO-9068 without the LabVIEW FPGA Module.
Tip You can use this wizard at anytime to install additional software.
7. Click Next.
8. Verify that the summary of software to install is correct.
9. Click Next to start the installation.
10. Click Finish when the installation is complete.
Troubleshooting the cRIO-9068
System Reset
The following figure shows the reset behavior of the cRIO-9068.
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Figure 4. Reset Button Behavior
Press and hold RESET button for ≥5 s
Press and hold RESET button for <5 s
Run Mode
Safe Mode
Press and hold RESET button for <5 s
Press and hold RESET button for ≥5 s
Press and hold
RESET button for ≥5 s
Press and hold
RESET button for <5 s
• Console Out enabled
• Network settings reset
• RT Startup App disabled
• FPGA Startup App disabled
• Console Out enabled
• RT Startup App disabled
• FPGA Startup App disabled
Safe Mode
STATUS LED Indicators
The following table describes the STATUS LED indicators.
Table 3. STATUS LED Indicators
LED Pattern Indication
Blinks twice and
pauses
The cRIO-9068 is in safe mode. Software is not installed, which is the
factory default state, or software has been improperly installed on the
cRIO-9068.
An error can occur when an attempt to upgrade the software is
interrupted. Reinstall software on the cRIO-9068. Refer to the
Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) Help for information
about installing software on the cRIO-9068.
Blinks three times
and pauses
The cRIO-9068 is in user-directed safe mode, or the cRIO-9068 is in
install mode to indicate that software is currently being installed.
This pattern may also indicate that the user has forced the cRIO-9068
to boot into safe mode by pressing the reset button for longer than five
seconds or by enabling safe mode in MAX. Refer to the Measurement
& Automation Explorer (MAX) Help for information about safe mode.
Blinks four times
and pauses
The cRIO-9068 is in safe mode. The software has crashed twice
without rebooting or cycling power between crashes.
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Table 3. STATUS LED Indicators (Continued)
LED Pattern Indication
Continuously blinks The cRIO-9068 has not booted into NI Linux Real-Time. The
cRIO-9068 either booted into an unsupported operating system, was
interrupted during the boot process, or detected an unrecoverable
software error.
On momentarily The cRIO-9068 is booting. No action required.
Off The cRIO-9068 is in run mode. Software is installed and the operating
system is running.
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NI CompactRIO
Developer’s Guide
ni.com/compactriodevguide
CompactRIO Sample
Projects
LabVIEW » Create Project
NI cRIO-9068 Specifications
ni.com/manuals
NI cRIO-9068 User Manual
ni.com/manuals
C Series Getting
Started Guides
ni.com/manuals
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SUPPORT
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