National Instruments NI cRIO-9035 User manual

USER MANUAL
NI cRIO-9035
Embedded CompactRIO Controller with Real-Time Processor and
Reconfigurable FPGA
This document describes the features of the NI cRIO-9035 and NI cRIO-9035 Sync and
contains information about mounting and operating the device.
In this document, the NI cRIO-9035 and NI cRIO-9035 Sync are inclusively referred to as the
cRIO-9035.
For more information about timing and synchronization capabilities of NI cRIO-9035 Sync,
visit ni.com/info and enter the Info Code cRIO9035sync.

USB 2.0
Host Port
USB 2.0
Device Port
RJ-45 Gigabit
Ethernet Port 2
RJ-45 Gigabit
Ethernet Port 1
1 GB DDR3L
4 GB SATA
Disk-On-Chip
RJ-50
RS-232
Serial Port
RJ-50
RS-485/422 (DTE)
Serial Port
SD Card
Slot
Intel Atom
E3825 1.33 GHz Dual-Core
System-On-Chip
++
Xilinx
Kintex-7 FPGA
7K70T
++
cRIO-9035
Hardware
Data
C Series
Module
C Series
Module
Mini
DisplayPort
USB 2.0
Host Port
Contents
Configuring the cRIO-9035...................................................................................................... 3
Connecting the cRIO-9035 to the Host Computer or Network Using Ethernet............... 3
Configuring Startup Options.............................................................................................5
cRIO-9035 Features.................................................................................................................. 6
Ports and Connectors........................................................................................................ 6
Buttons............................................................................................................................ 14
LEDs............................................................................................................................... 16
Chassis Grounding Screw............................................................................................... 20
Internal Real-Time Clock................................................................................................21
CMOS Battery.................................................................................................................21
File System......................................................................................................................21
Installing the Module Immobilization Accessory...................................................................22
Module Immobilization Accessory Dimensions.............................................................23
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Mounting the cRIO-9035........................................................................................................ 24
Dimensions......................................................................................................................25
Mounting Requirements..................................................................................................25
Ambient Temperature......................................................................................................26
Mounting the cRIO-9035 Directly on a Flat Surface......................................................27
Mounting the cRIO-9035 on a Panel.............................................................................. 28
Mounting the cRIO-9035 on a DIN Rail........................................................................ 30
Mounting the cRIO-9035 on a Rack............................................................................... 31
Mounting the cRIO-9035 on a Desktop..........................................................................31
BIOS Configuration................................................................................................................ 33
Resetting the System CMOS and BIOS Settings............................................................33
Power-On Self Test Warning Messages.......................................................................... 33
BIOS Setup Utility.......................................................................................................... 34
Main Setup Menu............................................................................................................35
Advanced Setup Menu.................................................................................................... 35
Boot Setup Menu............................................................................................................ 37
Save & Exit Menu...........................................................................................................38
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 39
Configuring the cRIO-9035
You can connect the cRIO-9035 to a host computer or network and configure the startup
options using the USB device port or the RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port 1.
Tip Refer to the getting started guide on ni.com/manuals for basic configuration
instructions and information about connecting to a host computer using the USB
device port. NI recommends using the USB device port for configuration, debug,
and maintenance.
Connecting the cRIO-9035 to the Host Computer or
Network Using Ethernet
Complete the following steps to connect the cRIO-9035 to a host computer or Ethernet
network using the RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port 1. NI recommends using the RJ-45 Gigabit
Ethernet port 1 for communication with deployed systems.
Note You can configure the RJ-45 Gigabit 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-9035 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-9035 attempts to initiate a DHCP network connection the first time you
connect using Ethernet. The cRIO-9035 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.
Finding the cRIO-9035 on the Network (DHCP)
Complete the following steps to find the cRIO-9035 on a network using DHCP.
1. Disable secondary network interfaces on the host computer, such as a wireless access
card on a laptop.
2. Ensure that any anti-virus and firewall software running on the host computer allows
connections to the host computer.
Note MAX uses UDP 44525. Refer to the documentation of your firewall
software for information about configuring the firewall to allow communication
through the UDP 44525.
3. Launch MAX on the host computer.
4. Expand Remote Systems in the configuration tree and locate your system.
Tip MAX lists the system under the model number followed by the serial
number, such as NI-CRIO-9035-1856AAA.
Finding the cRIO-9035 on the Network (Static IP)
Complete the following steps to find the cRIO-9035 on the network if the host computer is
using a static IP address. The following instructions are for host computers running
Windows 7. For more information about performing the network configuration steps in this
section, visit www.microsoft.com and search for change tcp/ip settings.
1. Obtain IP settings from the host computer.
a) Click Start»Control Panel»Network and Sharing Center.
b) Select the primary network connection, which may appear as Local Area
Connection or something similar.
c) In the dialog box that appears, click Properties.
d) Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
e) Click Properties.
f) Record the IP address, Subnet mask, and Default gateway address. You need
these settings to configure the network settings of the cRIO-9035 and to restore the
network settings of the host computer.
Tip You can also access these settings by opening the Start menu,
entering cmd.exe, and entering ipconfig in the command window that
launches.
g) Wait at least one minute.
2. Configure IP Settings on the controller in MAX.
a) Launch MAX on the host computer.
b) Expand Remote Systems in the configuration tree and locate your system.
Tip MAX lists the system under the model number followed by the serial
number, such as NI-CRIO-9035-1856AAA.
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c) Select the Network Settings tab near the bottom of the window.
d) Select Static on the Configure IPv4 Address control.
e) Enter values for IPv4 Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS Server based on
the information you recorded. Be sure to enter a value for IPv4 Address that is not
used by another device on the network. For example, do not use the IP address
usually assigned to the host computer.
f) Click Save and let MAX restart the cRIO-9035. The cRIO-9035 disappears from
under Remote Systems and does not reappear until you restore the original network
settings to the host computer.
g) Restore the original network settings to the host computer.
h) Return to MAX and refresh Remote Systems.
Configuring Startup Options
Complete the following steps to configure the cRIO-9035 startup options in MAX.
1. In MAX, expand your system under Remote Systems.
2. Select the Startup Settings tab to configure the startup settings.
cRIO-9035 Startup Options
You can configure the following cRIO-9035 startup options.
Table 1. cRIO-9035 Startup Options
Startup Option Description
Force Safe Mode Rebooting the cRIO-9035 with this setting on starts the cRIO-9035
without launching LabVIEW Real-Time or any startup applications. In
safe mode, the cRIO-9035 launches only the services necessary for
updating configuration and installing software.
Enable Console
Out
Rebooting the cRIO-9035 with this setting on redirects the console output
to the RS-232 serial port. You can use a serial-port terminal program to
read the IP address and firmware version of the cRIO-9035. Use a null-
modem cable to connect the RS-232 serial port to a computer. Make sure
that the serial-port terminal program is configured to the following
settings:
• 115,200 bits per second
• Eight data bits
• No parity
• One stop bit
• No flow control
Disable RT
Startup App
Rebooting the cRIO-9035 with this setting on prevents any LabVIEW
startup applications from running.
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Table 1. cRIO-9035 Startup Options (Continued)
Startup Option Description
Disable FPGA
Startup App
Rebooting the cRIO-9035 with this setting on prevents autoloading of any
FPGA application.
Enable Secure
Shell (SSH)
Logins
Rebooting the cRIO-9035 with this setting on starts sshd on the
cRIO-9035. Starting sshd enables logins over SSH, an encrypted
communication protocol.
Note Visit ni.com/info and enter the Info Code openssh for
more information about SSH.
LabVIEW
Project Access
Rebooting the cRIO-9035 with this setting on enables you to add the
target to a LabVIEW project.
Enable
Embedded UI
Rebooting the cRIO-9035 with this setting on enables the embedded UI,
which allows you to interact with the front panels of VIs running on the
cRIO-9035 using input and display devices connected directly to the
cRIO-9035. You can also browse and edit files on the cRIO-9035 within a
graphical working environment. For more information, refer to the Using
the Embedded UI to Access RT Target VIs topic in the LabVIEW Help.
cRIO-9035 Features
The cRIO-9035 provides the following features.
Ports and Connectors
The cRIO-9035 provides the following ports and connectors.
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Figure 1. cRIO-9035 Ports and Connectors
1 2
3
456
8
7
1. RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet Ports
2. Power Connector
3. SD Card Removable Storage
4. RS-232 Serial Port
5. RS-485/422 (DTE) Serial Port
6. Mini DisplayPort
7. USB Host Ports
8. USB Device Port
RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet Ports
The cRIO-9035 has two tri-speed RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports. By default, both Ethernet ports
are enabled and configured to obtain an IP address automatically. The Ethernet ports can be
configured in MAX.
The following table shows the pinout for the RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports.
Table 2. RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet Port Pinout
Fast Ethernet Signal Gigabit Ethernet Signal Pin Pinout
TX+ TX_A+ 1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
TX- TX_A- 2
RX+ RX_B+ 3
No Connect TX_C+ 4
No Connect TX_C- 5
RX- RX_B- 6
No Connect RX_D+ 7
No Connect RX_D- 8
Note Both Ethernet ports perform automatic crossover configuration so you do not
need to use a crossover cable to connect to a host computer.
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The following NI Ethernet cables are available for the cRIO-9035.
Table 3. RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet Cables
Cables Length Part Number
CAT-5E Ethernet Cable, shielded 2 m 151733-02
5 m 151733-05
10 m 151733-10
Related Information
Ethernet LED Indicators on page 19
Power Connector
The cRIO-9035 has a power connector to which you can connect a primary and secondary
power supply. The following table shows the pinout for the power connector.
Table 4. Power Connector Pinout
Pinout Pin Description
V1
C
V2
C
V1 Primary power input
C Common
V2 Secondary power input
C Common
Caution The C terminals are internally connected to each other, but are not
connected to chassis ground. This isolation is intended to prevent ground loops and
does not meet UL ratings for safety isolation. You can connect the C terminals to
chassis ground externally. Refer to the specifications on ni.com/manuals for
information about the power supply input range and maximum voltage from
terminal to chassis ground.
If you apply power to both the V1 and V2 inputs, the cRIO-9035 operates from the V1 input.
If the input voltage to V1 is insufficient, the cRIO-9035 operates from the V2 input.
The cRIO-9035 has reverse-voltage protection.
The following NI power supplies and accessories are available for the cRIO-9035.
Table 5. Power Accessories
Accessory Part Number
NI PS-15 Power Supply, 24 VDC, 5 A, 100-120/200-240 VAC Input 781093-01
NI PS-10 Desktop Power Supply, 24 VDC, 5 A, 100-120/200-240 VAC Input 782698-01
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Table 5. Power Accessories (Continued)
Accessory Part Number
4-Position Gold Power Supply Plugs (Quantity 5) 783529-01
NI 9979 Strain Relief for 4-Position Power Connector 196939-01
Related Information
POWER LED Indicators on page 17
SD Card Removable Storage
The cRIO-9035 provides an SD card slot that can read from and write to NI-approved SD
cards.
Caution You must use the SD card slot cover to protect the SD card in hazardous
locations.
Caution Do not insert or remove SD cards unless power has been switched off or
the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Note Using SD cards that are not approved by NI might invalidate specifications
and result in unreliable performance.
The following accessories are available for the SD card slot.
Table 6. cRIO-9035 SD Storage Accessories
SD Card Capacity Part Number
SD Industrial Storage Card 16 GB 783658-01
32 GB 783659-01
SD Door (x3) — 783660-01
Related Information
File System on page 21
SD Card Slot Cover
You must use the SD card slot cover to protect the SD card in hazardous locations. Do not
remove an SD card while either LED is flashing or lit because file corruption may result.
Note Screw the slot cover closed completely. Tighten the captive screws to a
maximum torque of 0.75 N · m (6.7 lb · in.) using a #1 Phillips screwdriver. Do not
overtighten.
RS-232 Serial Port
The cRIO-9035 has an RS-232 serial port that is implemented with an RJ-50, 10-position
modular jack to which you can connect devices such as displays or input devices. Use the
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Serial VIs to read from and write to the serial port. Refer to the LabVIEW Help for information
about the Serial VIs.
Find examples on how to use NI-Serial or NI-VISA to perform serial communication in the
NI Example Finder. The NI Example Finder is located on the Help menu in the LabVIEW
Help.
Note The RS-232 serial port cannot be accessed by the user application when the
Console Out startup option is enabled.
The following table shows the pinout for the RS-232 serial port.
Table 7. RS-232 Serial Port Pinout
Pinout Pin Signal
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1
2
1 No Connect
2 RI
3 CTS
4 RTS
5 DSR
6 GND
7 DTR
8 TXD
9 RXD
10 DCD
You can use the Ring Indicator (RI) on pin 2 to wake the controller from a low-power state.
You can drive RI with a logic level high to wake the cRIO-9035. Refer to the specifications on
ni.com/manuals for the RI wake voltage.
The following accessories are available to connect the RS-232 serial port to a 9-pin DSUB
plug.
Table 8. RS-232 Serial Port Accessories
Accessory Length Part Number
RS-232, S8 Serial Cable, 10-Position Modular Plug to 9-Pin DSUB 1 m 182845-01
2 m 182845-02
3 m 182845-03
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