National Instruments NI PCIe-8233 User manual

GETTING STARTED
NI PCIe-8233
Quad Port Gigabit Ethernet Interface Device
The NI PCIe-8233 (NI 8233) is a quad port PCI Express (PCIe)
Gigabit Ethernet interface device. The NI 8233 supports Power
over Ethernet (PoE). This document describes how to install and
configure the necessary hardware and software components to
begin using the NI 8233.
What You Need to Get Started
You need the following items to set up and use the NI 8233.
NI 8233 GigE interface device
GigE Vision Camera
Ethernet cable

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Computer running Microsoft Windows 7 (32-bit or 64-bit
versions)/Vista (32-bit or 64-bit versions)/XP SP3 (32-bit)
with at least one available x4 or larger PCIe slot
NI-IMAQdx 4.1 or later driver software, included with
NI Vision Acquisition Software February 2013
Optional software for developing machine vision applications:
• NI Vision Builder for Automated Inspection
• NI Vision Development Module, which requires one of the
following application development environments:
–LabVIEW
– LabWindows™/CVI™
– Microsoft Visual Studio
Safety Information
Caution The following paragraphs contain important
safety information you must follow when installing and
operating the device.

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Do not operate the device in a manner not specified in the
documentation. Misuse of the device may result in a hazard and
may compromise the safety protection built into the device. If the
device is damaged, turn it off and do not use it until service-trained
personnel can check its safety. If necessary, return the device to
National Instruments for repair.
Keep away from live circuits. Do not remove equipment covers or
shields unless you are trained to do so. If signal wires are connected
tothe device,hazardous voltagescan existeven whenthe equipment
is turned off. To avoid a shock hazard, do not perform procedures
involving cover or shield removal unless you are qualified to do so.
Disconnect all field power prior to removing covers or shields.
If the device is rated for use with hazardous voltages (>30 Vrms,
42.4 Vpk, or 60 Vdc), it may require a safety earth-ground
connection wire. Refer to the device specifications for maximum
voltage ratings.
Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not
install unauthorized parts or modify the device. Use the device
only with the chassis, modules, accessories, and cables specified in
the installation instructions. All covers and filler panels must be
installed while operating the device.

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Do not operate the device in an explosive atmosphere or where
flammable gases or fumes may be present. Operate the device only
at or below the pollution degree stated in the specifications.
Pollution consists of any foreign matter—solid, liquid, or
gas—that may reduce dielectric strength or surface resistivity. The
following is a description of pollution degrees.
• Pollution Degree 1—No pollution or only dry, nonconductive
pollution occurs. The pollution has no effect.
• Pollution Degree 2—Normally only nonconductive pollution
occurs. Occasionally, nonconductive pollution becomes
conductive because of condensation.
• Pollution Degree 3—Conductive pollution or dry,
nonconductive pollution occurs. Nonconductive pollution
becomes conductive because of condensation.
Clean the device and accessories by brushing off light dust with a
soft, nonmetallic brush. Remove other contaminants with a stiff,
nonmetallic brush. The unit must be completely dry and free from
contaminants before returning it to service.

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You must insulate signal connections for the maximum voltage for
which the device is rated. Do not exceed the maximum ratings for
the device. Remove power from signal lines before connection to
or disconnection from the device.
Caution National Instruments measurement products
may be classified as either Measurement Category I or II.
Operate products at or below the Measurement Category
level specified in the hardware specifications.
Measurement Category1: Measurement circuits are subjected to
working voltages2and transient stresses (overvoltage) from the
circuit to which they are connected during measurement or test.
Measurement Category establishes standardized impulse
withstand voltage levels that commonly occur in electrical
1 Measurement Categories as defined in electrical safety standard IEC 61010-1.
2 Working voltage is the highest rms value of an AC or DC voltage that can occur
across any particular insulation.

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distribution systems. The following is a description of
Measurement (Installation1) Categories:
• Measurement Category I is for measurements performed on
circuits not directly connected to the electrical distribution
system referred to as MAINS2voltage. 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.
• 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 (e.g., 115 V for U.S.
or 230 V for Europe). Examples of Measurement Category II
are measurements performed on household appliances,
portable tools, and similar products.
1 Measurement Category is also referred to as Installation Category.
2 MAINS is defined as the (hazardous live) electrical supply system to which
equipment is designed to be connected for the purpose of powering the equipment.
Suitably rated measuring circuits may be connected to the MAINS for measuring
purposes.

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• Measurement Category III is for measurements performed in
the building installation at the distribution level. This category
refers to measurements on hard-wired equipment such as
equipment in fixed installations, distribution boards, and
circuit breakers. Other examples are wiring, including cables,
bus-bars, junction boxes, switches, socket-outlets in the fixed
installation,and stationarymotorswith permanentconnections
to fixed installations.
• Measurement Category IV is for measurements performed at
the primary electrical supply installation (<1,000 V).
Examples include electricity meters and measurements on
primary overcurrent protection devices and on ripple control
units.
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.

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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 modifications to the product not expressly
approved by National Instruments could void your authority to
operate it under your local regulatory rules.
Installing Application Software and Driver
Before installing the NI 8233, you must install the application
software and device driver. National Instruments provides two
options for developing machine vision applications.
•NIVisionBuilderforAutomatedInspection(VisionBuilder
AI)—Interactive, menu-driven configuration software for
developing, benchmarking, and deploying machine vision
applications. You must also install NI-IMAQdx.

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•NI Vision Development Module—Programming library for
developing machine vision and scientific imaging
applications. The NI Vision Development Module requires an
application development environment—LabVIEW,
LabWindows/CVI, or Visual Studio—and NI-IMAQdx.
Installing Vision Builder AI
Install the following software to use Vision Builder AI to develop
applications.
1. NI-IMAQdx—Refer to the NI Vision Acquisition Software
Release Notes on the NI Vision Acquisition Software
installation media for system requirements and installation
instructions for the NI-IMAQdx driver.
Documentation for the NI-IMAQ driver software is available
by selecting Start»All Programs»National Instruments»
Vision»Documentation»NI-IMAQ.
2. Vision Builder AI—Refer to the NI Vision Builder for
Automated Inspection Readme for installation instructions.
Documentation for Vision Builder AI is available by selecting
Start»All Programs»National Instruments»Vision Builder
AI»Documentation.

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Installing the Vision Development Module
Install the following software to use the Vision Development
Module to develop applications.
1. One of the following application development environments:
•LabVIEW—Refer to the LabVIEW Release Notes for
installation instructions and system requirements for the
LabVIEWsoftware.Refer totheLabVIEW Upgrade Notes
for additional information about upgrading to the most
recent version of LabVIEW.
Documentation for LabVIEW is available by selecting
Start»All Programs»National Instruments»
LabVIEW»LabVIEW Manuals.
•LabWindows/CVI—Refer to the LabWindows/CVI
Release Notes for installation instructions and system
requirements for the LabWindows/CVI software.
Documentation for LabWindows/CVI is available by
selecting Start»All Programs»National Instruments»
LabWindows CVI.
•Visual Studio—Refer to the Visual Studio product
documentation for installation instructions.