National Instruments NI 9264 User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS
NI 9264
16-Channel, ±10 V, 16-Bit Analog Voltage Output Module
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NI 9264 Operating Instructions and Specifications 2 ni.com
This document describes how to use the National Instruments 9264
and includes specifications and terminal assignments for the
NI 9264. Visit ni.com/info and enter rdsoftwareversion to
determine which software youneed for the modules youare using.
For information about installing, configuring, and programming
the system, refer to the system documentation. Visit ni.com/info
and enter cseriesdoc for information about C Series
documentation.
Note The safety guidelines and specifications in this
document are specific to the NI 9264. The other
components in the system might not meet the same safety
ratings and specifications. Refer to the documentation for
each component in the system to determine the safety
ratings and specifications for the entire system. Visit
ni.com/info and enter cseriesdoc for information
about C Series documentation.

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Safety Guidelines
Operate the NI 9264 only as described in these operating
instructions.
Hot Surface This icon denotes that the component may be
hot. Touching this component may result in bodily injury.
Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Voltages
If hazardous voltages are connected to the module, take the
following precautions. A hazardous voltage is a voltage greater
than 42.4 Vpk or 60 VDC to earth ground.
Caution Ensure that hazardous voltage wiring is
performed only by qualified personnel adhering to local
electrical standards.
Caution Do not mix hazardous voltage circuits and
human-accessible circuits on the same module.
Caution Make sure that devices and circuits connected to
the module are properly insulated from human contact.

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Caution When module terminals are hazardous voltage
LIVE (>42.4 Vpk/60 VDC), youmust ensure that devices
and circuits connected to the module are properly insulated
from human contact. Youmust use the NI 9940 connector
backshell kit to ensure that the terminals are not accessible.
Figure 1 shows the NI 9940 connector backshell.
Figure 1. NI 9940 Connector Backshell
Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations
The NI 9264 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

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Ex nA IIC T4 hazardous locations; and nonhazardous locations
only. Follow these guidelines if youare installing the NI 9264 in a
potentially explosive environment. Not following these guidelines
may result in serious injury or death.
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 Zone 2 applications, install the system
in an enclosure rated to at least IP 54 as defined by
IEC 60529 and EN 60529.
Caution For Zone 2 applications, connected signals must
be within the following limit:
Capacitance .......................... 0.2 μF max

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Special Conditions for Hazardous Locations Use in Europe
This equipment has been evaluated as Ex nA IIC T4 equipment
under DEMKO Certificate No. 07 ATEX 0626664X. Each module
is marked II 3G and is suitable for use in Zone 2 hazardous
locations. If youare using the NI 9264 in Gas Group IIC hazardous
locations or in ambient temperatures of –40 °C ≤Ta ≤70 °C, you
must use the device in an NI chassis that has been evaluated as
EEx nC IIC T4, Ex nA IIC T4, or Ex nL IIC T4 equipment.
Special Conditions for Marine Applications
Some modules are Lloyd’s Register (LR) Type Approved for
marine applications. To verify Lloyd’s Register certification, visit
ni.com/certification and search for the LR certificate, or
look for the Lloyd’s Register mark on the module.
Caution To meet radio frequency emission requirements
for marine applications, use shielded cables and install
the system in a metal enclosure. Suppression ferrites
must be installed on power supply inputs near power
entries to modules and controllers. Power supply and
module cables must be separated on opposite sides of the
enclosure and must enter and exit through opposing
enclosure walls.

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Connecting the NI 9264
The NI 9264 has a 36-terminal detachable spring-terminal
connector that provides connections for 16 analog output channels.
Figure 2. NI 9264 Terminal Assignments
AO0
AO1
AO2
AO3
AO4
AO5
AO6
AO7
AO8
AO9
AO10
AO11
AO12
AO13
AO14
AO15
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
COM
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
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Each channel of the NI 9264 has a terminal to which youcan
connect the positive lead of a load. Each channel also has a
common terminal, COM, and there are four additional COM
terminals at the bottom of the connector. All of the COM terminals
are internally connected to the isolated ground reference of the
module. When connecting a load to the NI 9264, connect the
positive lead of the load to the AO terminal, and the ground of the
load to a COM terminal. Refer to Figure 3 for an illustration of
connecting a load to the NI 9264.
Figure 3. Connecting a Load to the NI 9264
Each channel has a digital-to-analog converter (DAC) that
produces a voltage signal. Each channel also has overvoltage
and short-circuit protection. Refer to the Specifications section
for more information about overvoltage and short-circuit
COM
AO
Load
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protection. Refer to Figure 4 for an illustration of the output
circuitry for one channel of the NI 9264.
Figure 4. Output Circuitry for One Channel of the NI 9264
When the module powers on, the channels output the startup
voltage. Refer to the Specifications section for more information
about startup voltage. Refer to the software help for information
about configuring startup output states in software.
AO
COM
NI 9264
Amp
Isolated
DAC
Overvoltage/
Short-Circuit
Protection

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Connecting Wires to the NI 9264 Connector
Use a flathead screwdriver with a blade smaller than 2.3 × 1.0 mm
(0.09 × 0.04 in.) to connect wires to the detachable spring-terminal
connector. Insert the screwdriver into a spring clamp activation
slot and press a wire into the corresponding connector terminal,
then remove the screwdriver to clamp the wire into the terminal.
Refer to the Specifications section for more information about
spring-terminal wiring. Refer to Figure 5 for an illustration of
connecting wires to the NI 9264.
Figure 5. Connecting Wires to the NI 9264 Connector

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Wiring for High-Vibration Applications
If an application is subject to high vibration, National Instruments
recommends that youuse the NI 9940 backshell kit to protect the
connections. Refer to Figure 1 for an illustration of the NI 9940
connector backshell.
Sleep Mode
This module supports a low-power sleep mode. Support for sleep
mode at the system level depends on the chassis that the module is
plugged into. Refer to the chassis manual for information about
support for sleep mode. If the chassis supports sleep mode, refer to
the software help for information about enabling sleep mode. Visit
ni.com/info and enter cseriesdoc for information about
C Series documentation.
Typically, when a system is in sleep mode, youcannot
communicate with the modules. In sleep mode, the system
consumes minimal power and may dissipate less heat than it does
in normal mode. Refer to the Specifications section for more
information about power consumption and thermal dissipation.

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Specifications
The following specifications are typical for the range –40 to 70 °C
unless otherwise noted. All voltages are relative to COM unless
otherwise noted.
Output Characteristics
Number of channels .......................... 16 analog output channels
DAC resolution ................................. 16 bits
Type of DAC ..................................... String
Output range
Minimum.................................... ±10.35 V
Typical ........................................ ±10.5 V
Maximum ................................... ±10.65 V
Current drive ..................................... ±16 mA all channels max;
±4 mA per channel typ
Power-on output state ....................... Channels off
Startup voltage .................................. 0 V1
1 When the module powers on, a glitch occurs for 20 μs peaking at 500 mV.

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Power-down voltage ......................... 0 V1
Output impedance ............................. 2.0 Ω
Accuracy
Stability
Gain drift .................................... 6 ppm/°C
Offset drift .................................. 80 μV/°C
1 The power-down voltage peaks at 1.7 V, then exponentially discharges to 0 V in
200 ms. Youcan add a load to reduce peak voltage.
Measurement Conditions
Percent of
Reading
(Gain Error)
Percent of
Range*
(Offset Error)
Calibrated, max (–40 to 70 °C) 0.15% 0.15%
Calibrated, typ (25 °C) 0.05% 0.05%
Uncalibrated, max (–40 to 70 °C) 0.6% 1.0%
Uncalibrated, typ (25 °C) 0.2% 0.25%
*Range equals 10.5 V

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Protection
Overvoltage ................................ ±27 V at 25 °C
Short-circuit................................ Indefinitely
Update time
Noise................................................. 500 μVrms
Crosstalk ........................................... 90 dB
Settling time (100 pF load, to 1 LSB)
20 V step..................................... 20 μs
1 V step....................................... 15 μs
0.1 V step.................................... 13 μs
Number of
Channels
Update Time for
cRIO-9151 R Series
Expansion Chassis
Update Time for All
Other Chassis
13.7 μs min 3.1 μs min
26.6 μs min 5.3 μs min
39.4 μs min 7.5 μs min
16 47 μs min 37 μs min

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Capacitive drive ................................ 1,500 pF max
Monotonicity..................................... 16 bits
DNL .................................................. +1 LSB max
INL (endpoint) .................................. ±12 LSBs max
MTBF ............................................... 595,509 hours at 25 °C;
Bellcore Issue 2, Method 1,
Case 3, Limited Part Stress
Method
Note Contact NI for Bellcore MTBF specifications
at other temperatures or for MIL-HDBK-217F
specifications.
Power Requirements
Power consumption from chassis
Active mode ............................... 1 W max
Sleep mode ................................. 25 μW max
Thermal dissipation (at 70 °C)
Active mode ............................... 1 W max
Sleep mode ................................. 25 μW max

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Physical Characteristics
If youneed to clean the module, wipe it with a dry towel.
Spring-terminal wiring...................... 18 to 28 AWG copper
conductor wire with 7 mm
(0.28 in.) of insulation
stripped from the end
Weight............................................... 156 g (5.5 oz)
Safety
Isolation Voltages
Channel-to-channel........................... None
Channel-to-earth ground
Continuous ................................. 250 Vrms,
Measurement Category II
Withstand.................................... 2,300 Vrms, verified by a 5 s
dielectric withstand test

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Measurement Category II is for measurements performed on
circuits directly connected to the electrical distribution system.
This category refers to local-level electrical distribution, such as
that provided by a standard wall outlet, for example, 115 V for U.S.
or 230 V for Europe.
Caution Do not connect the NI 9264 to signals or use for
measurements within Measurement Categories III or IV.
Safety Standards
This product 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 61010-1
Note For UL and other safety certifications, refer to
the product label or visit ni.com/certification,
search by module number or product line, and click
the appropriate link in the Certification column.

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Hazardous Locations
U.S. (UL) .......................................... Class I, Division 2,
Groups A, B, C, D, T4;
Class I, Zone 2,
AEx nA IIC T4
Canada (C-UL) ................................. Class I, Division 2,
Groups A, B, C, D, T4;
Class I, Zone 2,
Ex nA IIC T4
Europe (DEMKO)............................. Ex nA IIC T4
Environmental
National Instruments C Series modules are intended for indoor use
only but may be used outdoors if installed in a suitable enclosure.
Refer to the manual for the chassis youare using for more
information about meeting these specifications.
Operating temperature
(IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2) .....–40 to 70 °C
Storage temperature
(IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2) .....–40 to 85 °C
Ingress protection.............................. IP 40

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Operating humidity
(IEC 60068-2-56).............................. 10 to 90% RH,
noncondensing
Storage humidity
(IEC 60068-2-56).............................. 5 to 95% RH,
noncondensing
Maximum altitude............................. 2,000 m
Pollution Degree (IEC 60664) .......... 2
Shock and Vibration
To meet these specifications, youmust panel mount the system and
use the NI 9940 backshell kit to protect the connections.
Operating vibration
Random (IEC 60068-2-64)......... 5 grms, 10 to 500 Hz
Sinusoidal (IEC 60068-2-6) ....... 5 g, 10 to 500 Hz
Operating shock
(IEC 60068-2-27).............................. 30 g, 11 ms half sine,
50 g, 3 ms half sine,
18 shocks at 6 orientations

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Electromagnetic Compatibility
This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following
standards of EMC for electrical equipment for measurement,
control, and laboratory use:
• EN 61326 EMC requirements; Industrial Immunity
• EN 55011 Emissions; Group 1, Class A
• CE, C-Tick, ICES, and FCC Part 15 Emissions; Class A
Note For EMC compliance, operate this device with
shielded cabling.
CE Compliance
This product meets the essential requirements of applicable
European directives, as amended for CE markings, as follows:
• 2006/95/EC; Low-Voltage Directive (safety)
• 2004/108/EC; Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(EMC)