National Instruments USB-9237 User manual

USER GUIDE AND SPECIFICATIONS
NI USB-9237
4-Channel, 24-Bit Half/Full-Bridge Analog Input Device
This user guide describes how to use the National Instruments USB-9237
and lists the device specifications. The NI USB-9237 provides a USB
interface for four channels of 24-bit half/full-bridge analog input.
Introduction
The NI USB-9237 consists of two components: an NI 9237 module and an
NI USB-9162 carrier, as shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1. NI USB-9237 Components
NI 9237
NI USB-9162
NI USB-9237
Hi-SPeed USB Carrier
NI USB-9162
Hi-Speed USB Carrier
NI USB-9162

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Dimensions
Figure 2 shows the NI USB-9237 device dimensions.
Figure 2. NI USB-9237 Device in Millimeters (Inches)
Safety Guidelines
Operate the NI USB-9237 only as described in these operating instructions.
Note Although the NI 9237 module may have more stringent certification standards than
the NI USB-9237, when used with the NI USB-9162 carrier, the combined system may be
limited. Refer to the Specifications section for more details.
Hot Surface This icon denotes that the component may be hot. Touching this component
may result in bodily injury.
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 The NI USB-9237 is not certified for use in hazardous locations.
123.67 mm
(4.869 in.)
121.28 mm
(4.775 in.)
120.68 mm
(4.751 in.)
118.29 mm
(4.567 in.)
Hi-Speed USB Carrier
NI USB-9162
88.11 mm
(3.469 in.) 25.08 mm
(0.988 in.)

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Related Documentation
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writing applications for taking measurements and controlling measurement
devices. The following references to documents assume you have
NI-DAQmx 8.7 or later, and where applicable, version 7.1 or later of the
NI application software.
NI-DAQmx for Windows
The DAQ Getting Started Guide describes how to install your NI-DAQmx
for Windows software, your NI-DAQmx-supported DAQ device, and how
to confirm that your device is operating properly. Select Start»All
Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQ»DAQ Getting Started
Guide.
The NI-DAQ Readme lists which devices are supported by this version of
NI-DAQ. Select Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQ»
NI-DAQ Readme.
The NI-DAQmx Help contains general information about measurement
concepts, key NI-DAQmx concepts, and common applications that are
applicable to all programming environments. Select Start»All
Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQ»NI-DAQmx Help.
LabVIEW
If you are a new user, use the Getting Started with LabVIEW manual to
familiarize yourself with the LabVIEW graphical programming
environment and the basic LabVIEW features you use to build data
acquisition and instrument control applications. Open the Getting Started
with LabVIEW manual by selecting Start»All Programs»National
Instruments»LabVIEW»LabVIEW Manuals or by navigating to the
labview\manuals directory and opening LV_Getting_Started.pdf.
Use the LabVIEW Help, available by selecting Help»Search the
LabVIEW Help in LabVIEW, to access information about LabVIEW
programming concepts, step-by-step instructions for using LabVIEW, and
reference information about LabVIEW VIs, functions, palettes, menus, and
tools. Refer to the following locations on the Contents tab of the LabVIEW
Help for information about NI-DAQmx:
•Getting Started»Getting Started with DAQ—Includes overview
information and a tutorial to learn how to take an NI-DAQmx
measurement in LabVIEW using the DAQ Assistant.
•VI and Function Reference»Measurement I/O VIs and
Functions—Describes the LabVIEW NI-DAQmx VIs and properties.

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•Taking Measurements—Contains the conceptual and how-to
information you need to acquire and analyze measurement data in
LabVIEW, including common measurements, measurement
fundamentals, NI-DAQmx key concepts, and device considerations.
LabWindows/CVI
The Data Acquisition book of the LabWindows/CVI Help contains
measurement concepts for NI-DAQmx. This book also contains Taking an
NI-DAQmx Measurement in LabWindows/CVI, which includes
step-by-step instructions about creating a measurement task using the DAQ
Assistant. In LabWindows™/CVI™, select Help»Contents, then select
Using LabWindows/CVI»Data Acquisition.
The NI-DAQmx Library book of the LabWindows/CVI Help contains API
overviews and function reference for NI-DAQmx. Select Library
Reference»NI-DAQmx Library in the LabWindows/CVI Help.
Measurement Studio
If you program your NI-DAQmx-supported device in Measurement Studio
using Visual C++, Visual C#, or Visual Basic .NET, you can interactively
create channels and tasks by launching the DAQ Assistant from MAX or
from within Visual Studio .NET. You can generate the configuration code
based on your task or channel in Measurement Studio. Refer to the DAQ
Assistant Help for additional information about generating code. You also
can create channels and tasks, and write your own applications in your
ADE using the NI-DAQmx API.
For help with NI-DAQmx methods and properties, refer to the NI-DAQmx
.NET Class Library or the NI-DAQmx Visual C++ Class Library included
in the NI Measurement Studio Help. For general help with programming in
Measurement Studio, refer to the NI Measurement Studio Help, which is
fully integrated with the Microsoft Visual Studio .NET help. To view
this help file in Visual Studio. NET, select Measurement Studio»
NI Measurement Studio Help.
To create an application in Visual C++, Visual C#, or Visual Basic .NET,
follow these general steps:
1. In Visual Studio .NET, select File»New»Project to launch the New
Project dialog box.
2. Find the Measurement Studio folder for the language you want to
create a program in.
3. Choose a project type. You add DAQ tasks as a part of this step.

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ANSI C without NI Application Software
The NI-DAQmx Help contains API overviews and general information
about measurement concepts. Select Start»All Programs»National
Instruments»NI-DAQ»NI-DAQmx Help.
The NI-DAQmx C Reference Help describes the NI-DAQmx Library
functions, which you can use with National Instruments data acquisition
devices to develop instrumentation, acquisition, and control applications.
Select Start»All Programs»NationalInstruments»NI-DAQ»
NI-DAQmx C Reference Help.
.NET Languages without NI Application Software
With the Microsoft .NET Framework version 1.1 or later, you can use
NI-DAQmx to create applications using Visual C# and Visual Basic .NET
without Measurement Studio. You need Microsoft Visual Studio
.NET 2003 or Microsoft Visual Studio 2005 for the API documentation
to be installed.
The installed documentation contains the NI-DAQmx API overview,
measurement tasks and concepts, and function reference. This help is fully
integrated into the Visual Studio .NET documentation. To view the
NI-DAQmx .NET documentation, go to Start»Programs»National
Instruments»NI-DAQ»NI-DAQmx .NET Reference Help. Expand
NI Measurement Studio Help»NI Measurement Studio .NET Class
Library»Reference to view the function reference. Expand NI
Measurement Studio Help»NI Measurement Studio .NET Class
Library»Using the Measurement Studio .NET Class Libraries to view
conceptual topics for using NI-DAQmx with Visual C# and Visual
Basic .NET.
To get to the same help topics from within Visual Studio, go to
Help»Contents. Select Measurement Studio from the Filtered By
drop-down list and follow the previous instructions.
Device Documentation and Specifications
NI-DAQmx includes the Device Document Browser, which contains
online documentation for supported DAQ, SCXI, and switch devices, such
as help files describing device pinouts, features, and operation, and PDF
files of the printed device documents. You can find, view, and/or print the
documents for each device using the Device Document Browser at any
time by inserting the CD. After installing the Device Document Browser,
device documents are accessible from Start»All Programs»National
Instruments»NI-DAQ»Browse Device Documentation.
Note You can download these documents at ni.com/manuals.

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Training Courses
If you need more help getting started developing an application with
NI products, NI offers training courses. To enroll in a course or obtain a
detailed course outline, refer to ni.com/training.
Technical Support on the Web
For additional support, refer to ni.com/support or zone.ni.com.
Installing the Software
Software support for the NI USB-9237 for Windows Vista/XP/2000 is
provided by NI-DAQmx. The DAQ Getting Started Guide, which you can
download at ni.com/manuals, offers NI-DAQmx users step-by-step
instructions for installing software and hardware, configuring channels and
tasks, and getting started developing an application.
Installing Other Software
If you are using other software, refer to the installation instructions that
accompany your software.
Example Programs
The NI-DAQmx CD contains example programs that you can use to get
started programming with the NI USB-9237. Refer to the NI-DAQmx for
USB Devices Getting Started Guide that shipped with your device, and is
also accessible from Start»All Programs»National Instruments»
NI-DAQ,for more information.
Installing the NI USB-9237 Device
Before installing the device, you must install the software you plan to use
with the device. Refer to the Installing the Software section of this guide
and the documentation included with the software for more information.
Installing the NI 9237 in the USB-9162 Carrier
The NI 9237 module and USB-9162 carrier are packaged separately. Refer
to Figure 3, while completing the following assembly steps:
1. Make sure that no signals are connected to the NI 9237 module and the
USB cable is not connected to the device.
2. Remove the protective cover from the 15-pin D-SUB connector.

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3. Align the I/O module with the carrier, as shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3. Module Installation
4. Squeeze the latches and insert the NI 9237 module into the USB-9162
carrier.
5. Press firmly on the connector side of the NI 9237 module until the
latches lock the module into place, as shown in Figure 4.
Figure 4. Locking Module into Place

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Mounting the NI USB-9237 to a Panel
Threaded inserts are located in the NI USB-9237 for mounting it to a panel.
Refer to Figure 5 for dimensions.
Figure 5. Module Dimensions in Millimeters (Inches)
Connecting the NI USB-9237 to a Computer
Plug one end of the USB cable into the NI USB-9237 and the other end into
an available USB port on the computer. Refer to the NI-DAQmx for USB
Devices Getting Started Guide that shipped with your device, and is also
accessible from Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQ,
for more information.
LED Indicator
The NI USB-9237 device has a green LED next to the USB connector. The
LED indicator indicates device status, as listed in Table 1. When the device
is connected to a USB port, the LED blinks steadily to indicate that the
device is initialized and is receiving power from the connection.
If the LED is not blinking, it may mean that the device is not initialized or
the computer is in standby mode. In order for the device to be recognized,
the device must be connected to a computer that has NI-DAQmx installed
on it. If your device is not blinking, make sure your computer has the latest
version of NI-DAQmx installed on it, and the computer is not in standby
mode.
72.2 mm
(2.84 in.)
85.7 mm
(3.37 in.)
76.1 mm
(3.00 in.)
Threaded Insert
M3 x 0.5
8.5 mm (0.34 in.) Max Depth

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Wiring the NI USB-9237 Device
The NI USB-9237 has four RJ-50 receptacles that provide connections for
four half or full bridges. Table 2 lists the signal names of the terminals for
each connector, and shows the correlation between the pin numbers of
the RJ-50 10-position/10-conductor (10p10c) modular plug and the
NI USB-9237 receptacle. The NI USB-9237 also has a four-position
connector you can use to connect an external excitation voltage source to
the module. Table 2 lists the connections between an external excitation
voltage source and the NI USB-9237.
Note For a list of accessories available for use with the NI USB-9237, refer to
ni.com/info, and enter info code rd9237.
Table 1. LED State/Device Status
LED State Device Status
Not lit Device not connected or in suspend.
On, not blinking Device connected, but no module installed.
Single-blink Operating normally.
Double-blink Connected to USB Full-Speed port. Device
performance might be affected. Refer to the
Specifications section for more information.
Quadruple-blink Device error. Refer to ni.com/support.

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Caution National Instruments does not recommend using an RJ-45 with the NI USB-9237
because it can physically damage pins 1 and 10 on the device, and thus permanently disable
shunt calibration no matter what connector you use.
Table 2. Terminal Assignments
RJ-50 (10p10c)
Modular Plug
and Receptacle
Pin Numbers RJ-50 Pin RJ-45 Pin
Signal
Name
Signal
Description
1 — SC Shunt calibration
2 1 AI+ Positive input
signal
3 2 AI– Negative input
signal
4 3 RS+ Positive remote
sense signal
5 4 RS– Negative remote
sense signal
6 5 EX+ Positive
excitation signal*
7 6 EX– Negative
excitation signal*
8 7 T+ TEDS data
9 8 T– TEDS return*
10 — SC Shunt calibration
* These signals are shared by all four RJ-50 connectors on the NI USB-9237.

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Figure 6. Four Position External Excitation Voltage Source Connection
Connecting Loads to the NI USB-9237
Refer to Figure 7 for an illustration of how to connect full and half bridges
to the NI USB-9237.
Figure 7. Half- and Full-Bridge Connections
Note You can use a quarter bridge with the NI USB-9237 if you either add a resistor
externally to create a half bridge or use the NI 9944 or NI 9945 Quarter Bridge Completion
Accessory. Visit ni.com and search for the NI 9944 and/or NI 9945 Quarter Bridge
1EX– 2 EX+ 3EX+ 4 EX–
1 The dotted line indicates that the full
bridge is optional while the half bridge
is required.
2 These four signals are the only
signals that must be connected.
2
1
4
3
EX+
EX–
SC
SC
RS+
RS–
T+
T–
AI–*
AI+
TEDS
When you connect a half bridge
to the NI USB-9237, the AI– signal is
not connected.
*
2
1

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Completion Accessories for more information about these accessories and how to purchase
them.
Wiring TEDS Channels
Ensure that neither the TEDS data (T+) nor the TEDS return (T–) is tied in
common to any AI signals on the NI USB-9237. Visit ni.com/info and
enter the info code rdteds for information about TEDS sensors.
NI USB-9237 Connection Options
Wiring resistance can create errors in bridge circuits. The NI USB-9237
provides two mechanisms to correct for these errors: remote sensing and
shunt calibration.
Remote Sensing
Remote sensing continuously and automatically corrects for errors in
excitation leads, and generally is most appropriate for full- and half-bridge
sensors.
Long wire and smaller gauge wire has greater resistance, which can result
in gain error. The voltage drop caused by resistance in the wires connecting
the excitation voltage to the bridge is a source of gain error.
The NI USB-9237 includes remote sensing to compensate for this error.
Remote sense wires are connected to the point where the excitation voltage
wires connect to the bridge circuit.
Figure 8 shows a diagram of how the NI USB-9237 uses remote sensing.
Figure 8. Remote Sensor Error Compensation
EX +
EX –
RS +
RS –
AI –
AI +
R
bridge
R
bridge
R
bridge
R
bridge
R
lead
R
lead

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As shown in Figure 8, the actual bridge excitation voltage is smaller than
the voltage at the EX+ and EX– leads. If remote sensing of the actual bridge
voltage is not used, the resulting gain error is
for full-bridge sensors, and
for half-bridge sensors.
If the remote sense (RS) signals are connected directly to the bridge resistors,
the NI USB-9237 senses the actual bridge voltage sense and eliminates the
gain errors caused by the resistance of the EX+ and EX– leads.
Shunt Calibration
Shunt calibration can correct for errors from the resistance of both the
excitation wiring and wiring in the individual resistors of the bridge. Shunt
calibration is most useful with quarter-bridge sensors because there may be
significant resistance in the wiring to the active resistor in the bridge.
The NI USB-9237 shunt calibration circuitry consists of a precision
100 kΩ resistor and a software-controlled switch. You can leave the shunt
calibration terminals connected to the sensor, and then apply or remove the
shunt calibration resistance in software.
While remote sensing corrects for resistances from the EX terminals on the
NI USB-9237 to the sensor, shunt calibration corrects for these errors and
for errors caused by wire resistance within an arm of the bridge.
Shunt calibration involves simulating the input of strain by changing the
resistance of an arm in the bridge by some known amount. This is
accomplished by shunting, or connecting, a large resistor of known value
across one arm of the bridge, creating a known strain-induced change in
resistance. The output of the bridge can then be measured and compared to
the expected voltage value. The results are used to correct gain errors in the
entire measurement path, or to simply verify general operation to gain
confidence in the setup.
A stable signal, which is typically the unloaded state of the sensor, is used
first with the shunt calibration switch off and then again with the switch on.
The difference in these two measurements provides an indication of the
gain errors from wiring resistances. You can design the software
application to correct subsequent readings for this gain error.
2
R
lea
d
R
bridg
e
-
-----------------
R
lead
R
bridg
e
-
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Excitation Voltages
Although the sensor industry does not recognize a single standard excitation
voltage level, excitation voltage levels of between 2.5 V and 10 V are
common. You can program the NI USB-9237 to supply 2.5 V, 3.3 V, 5 V,
or 10 V of excitation voltage, and the module can provide up to 150 mW of
excitation power. Unless you supply external excitation voltage, National
Instruments recommends that you set the excitation voltage to a value that
keeps the total power below 150 mW. The NI USB-9237 automatically
reduces internal excitation voltages as needed to stay below 150 mW.
The power consumed by a single bridge is
where Ris the total resistance of the bridge.
For a full bridge, Ris equal to the resistance of each element. For a half or
quarter bridge, Ris equal to two times the resistance of each element.
The 150 mW limit allows you to power full and half bridges as follows:
• Four 350 Ωhalf bridges at 5.0 V
• Four 350 Ωfull bridges at 3.3 V
• Four 120 Ωhalf bridges at 2.5 V
If you need an excitation voltage greater than 150 mW, use the
four-position external excitation voltage connector to connect an external
excitation source to the NI USB-9237. Refer to Figure 6 for an illustration
and pinout description of the four-position external excitation voltage
connector.
NI USB-9237 Circuitry
The NI USB-9237 is isolated from earth ground. However, the individual
channels are not isolated from each other. The EX+, EX–, and T– signals
are common among all channels. You can connect the NI USB-9237 to a
device that is biased at any voltage within the NI USB-9237 rejection range
of earth ground. Refer to the Specifications section for more information.
You also can connect floating signals to the NI USB-9237. If you connect
floating signals to the NI USB-9237, National Instruments recommends
you connect the EX– signal to the earth ground or shield for better noise
rejection.
V
ex
2
R
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Each channel on the NI USB-9237 has an independent 24-bit ADC and
input amplifier that enable you to sample signals from all four channels
simultaneously.
The NI USB-9237 also includes filters to prevent aliasing. The filters on the
NI USB-9237 filter according to the sampling rate.
Understanding NI USB-9237 Filtering
The NI USB-9237 uses a combination of analog and digital filtering to
provide an accurate representation of desirable signals while rejecting
out-of-band signals. The filters discriminate between signals based on the
frequency range, or bandwidth, of the signal. The three important
bandwidths to consider are the passband, the stopband, and the alias-free
bandwidth.
The NI USB-9237 represents signals within the passband as accurately
as possible, as quantified primarily by passband flatness and phase
nonlinearity. The filters reject frequencies within the stopband as much as
possible, as quantified by stopband rejection. All signals that appear in the
alias-free bandwidth are either unaliased signals or signals that have been
filtered by at least the amount of the stopband rejection.
Passband
The signals within the passband have frequency-dependent gain or
attenuation. The small amount of variation in gain with frequency is called
the passband flatness. The filters of the NI USB-9237 adjust the frequency
range of the passband to match the data rate. Therefore, the amount of gain
or attenuation at a given frequency depends on the data rate. Figure 9 shows
typical passband flatness for a range of data rates.
Figure 9. Typical Passband Response
Frequency/Sample Rate (kHz)
10.8
0.025
0.000
–0.025
–0.050 0.60.40.20
Gain (dB)

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Stopband
The filter significantly attenuates all signals above the stopband frequency.
The primary goal of the filter is to prevent aliasing. Therefore, the stopband
frequency scales precisely with the data rate. The stopband rejection is the
minimum amount of attenuation applied by the filter to all signals with
frequencies that would be aliased into the alias-free bandwidth.
Alias-Free Bandwidth
Any signal that appears in the alias-free bandwidth of the NI USB-9237
is not an aliased artifact of signals at a higher frequency. The alias-free
bandwidth is defined by the ability of the filter to reject frequencies above
the stopband frequency and equals the data rate minus the stopband
frequency.
Specifications
The following specifications are typical for the range 0 to 60 °C unless
otherwise noted.
Input Characteristics
Number of channels................................4
Bridge completion
Full and half.....................................Internal
Quarter.............................................External
ADC resolution.......................................24 bits
Type of ADC ..........................................Delta-sigma (with analog
prefiltering)
Sampling mode .......................................Simultaneous
Data rates (fs) ......................................... , n= 1, 2, ... 31
Master timebase (internal)
Frequency ........................................12.8 MHz
Accuracy..........................................± 100 ppm max
Nominal full-scale range ........................± 25 mV/V
Scaling coefficient ..................................2.9802 nV/V per LSB
5
0.000 kS/
s
n
-
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Overvoltage protection
between any two terminals..................... ± 30 V
Accuracy
Gain drift ................................................ 10 ppm/°C max
Offset drift
2.5 V excitation............................... 0.6 μV/V per °C
3.3 V excitation............................... 0.5 μV/V per °C
5 V excitation.................................. 0.3 μV/V per °C
10 V excitation................................ 0.2 mV/V per °C
Channel-to-channel matching (calibrated)
Phase nonlinerarity
0 to 1 kHz........................................ <0.001°
0 to 20 kHz...................................... ± 0.1°
Input delay.............................................. 4.8 μs + 38.4/fs
Passband
Frequency........................................ 0.45 · fs
Flatness ........................................... 0.1 dB max
Error*
Percent of Reading
(Gain Error)
Percent of Range
(Offset Error)†
Calibrated max (0 to 60 °C) 0.20% 0.25%
Calibrated typ (25 °C, ±5 °C) 0.05% 0.05%
Uncalibrated max (0 to 60 °C) 0.60% 0.35%
Uncalibrated typ (25 °C, ±5 °C) 0.20 0.1%
* Excluding offset null or shunt calibration.
† Range equals 25 mV/V.
Input Signal Frequency
(fin)
Gain Phase
Typical Maximum Maximum
0 to 1 kHz 0.15% 0.3% 0.125°/kHz · fin*
1 to 20 kHz 0.4% 1.1%
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Stopband
Frequency ........................................0.55 · fs
Rejection..........................................100 dB
Alias-free bandwidth ..............................0.45 · fs
Oversample rate ......................................64 · fs
Rejection at oversample rate1
50 kS/s ......................................90 dB @ 3.2 MHz
10 kS/s ......................................60 dB @ 640 kHz
Common-mode voltage
All signals to earth ground ..............± 60 VDC
Common-mode rejection ratio (CMRR)
Relative to earth ground2.................140 dB @ 0 to 60 Hz
Relative to EX– ...............................85 dB @ 0 to 1 kH
Input noise
Spurious-free dynamic
range (SFDR)..........................................106 dB,
(1 KHz, –60 dBFS)
Total harmonic distortion (fundamental @ –20 dBFS)
1 kHz ...............................................100 dB
8 kHz ...............................................90 dB
Excitation noise ......................................0.1 mV/Vrms
1 Rejection by analog prefilter of signal frequencies at oversample rate.
2 Measured with a balanced cable. Shielded cables may be significantly unbalanced.
Excitation
Voltage
Density
(nV/Vrms per
)
Tot al
(50 kS/S)
(μV/Vrms)
0 to 1 kHz
(nV/Vrms)
2.5 V 81.3 250
3.3 V 61.0 190
5V 40.6 130
10 V 20.3 65
1Hz

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Crosstalk
1 kHz............................................... 110 dB
10 kHz............................................. 100 dB
Shunt calibration
Resistance ....................................... 100 kΩ
Resistor accuracy
25 °C ........................................ ± 110 Ω
0 to 60 °C................................. ± 200 Ω
Excitation
Internal voltage ............................... 2.5 V, 3.3 V, 5.0 V, 10.0 V
Internal power ................................. 150 mW max
External voltage .............................. 2 V to 10 V
Power Requirements
Current consumption from USB ............ 500 mA, max
Suspend mode ................................. 2.5 mA, max
Bus Interface
USB specification................................... USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions............................................. 12.1 cm ×8.6 cm ×2.5 cm
(4.75 in. ×3.37 in. ×0.99 in.)
Weight.................................................... Approx. 250 g (8.8 oz)
Safety
If you need to clean the module, wipe it with a dry towel.
Safety Voltages
Connect only voltages that are within these limits.
Between any two terminals .................... ± 30 V max

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Isolation
Channel-to-channel..........................No isolation between channels
Channel-to-earth ground
Continuous ...............................60 VDC,
Measurement Category I
Withstand .................................1,000 Vrms, verified by a 5 s
dielectric withstand test
Measurement Category I is for measurements performed on circuits not
directly connected to the electrical distribution system referred to as
MAINS voltage. MAINS is a hazardous live electrical supply system that
powers equipment. This category is for measurements of voltages from
specially protected secondary circuits. Such voltage measurements include
signal levels, special equipment, limited-energy parts of equipment,
circuits powered by regulated low-voltage sources, and electronics. Do not
connect the NI USB-9237 to signals or use for measurements within
Measurement Categories II, III, or IV.
Safety Standards
The NI USB-9237 is designed to meet the requirements of the following
standards of safety for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use:
• IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1
• UL 61010-1, CSA 612010-1
Note For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label, or visit ni.com/
certification, search by model number or product line, and click the appropriate link
in the Certification column.
Hazardous Locations
The NI USB-9237 is not certified for use in hazardous locations.
Environmental
The NI USB-9237 device is intended for indoor use only.
Operating temperature
(IEC60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2) ............0 to 60 °C
Storage temperature
(IEC60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2) ............–40 to 85 °C
Ingress protection ...................................IP 40