NI NI-9154 User manual

NI-9154 Getting
Started
2022-07-06

Contents
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Preparing the Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
What You Need to Install the NI-9154. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installing C Series Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Removing C Series Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting the NI 9154 to Ground. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting One or More NI-9154 Chassis to the MXI-Express Host System or a Target.
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Wiring Power to the Chassis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Chassis Powerup Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Checking MXI-Express LINK LEDs for Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Powering Down the MXI-Express System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Where to Go Next. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
NI Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
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Overview
This document describes how to begin using the NI-9154.
Safety Guidelines
Caution Observe all instructions and cautions in the user documentation.
Using the model in a manner not specified can damage the model and
compromise the built-in safety protection. Return damaged models to NI
for repair.
Attention Suivez toutes les instructions et respectez toutes les mises
en garde de la documentation utilisateur. L'utilisation d'un modèle de
toute autre façon que celle spécifiée risque de l'endommager et de
compromettre la protection de sécurité intégrée. Renvoyez les modèles
endommagés à NI pour réparation.
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Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations
The NI-9154 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 Gc and Ex nA IIC T4 Gc hazardous locations;
and nonhazardous locations only. Follow these guidelines if you are installing the
NI-9154 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 o.
Caution Do not disconnect I/O-side wires or connectors unless power has
been switched o or the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Caution Do not remove modules unless power has been switched o or
the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Caution Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I,
Division 2, or Zone 2.
Caution The system must be installed in an enclosure certified for the
intended hazardous (classified) location, having a tool secured cover/door,
where a minimum protection of at least IP54 is provided.
Special Conditions for Hazardous Locations Use in Europe and
Internationally
The NI-9154 has been evaluated as Ex nA IIC T4 Gc equipment under
DEMKO 12ATEX 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 0 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 55 °C.
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Caution Transient protection shall be provided that is set at a level not
exceeding 140% of the peak rated voltage value of 85 V at the supply
terminals to the equipment.
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 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.
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Special Conditions for Marine Applications
Some products are approved for marine (shipboard) applications. To verify marine
approval certification for a product, visit ni.com/product-certifications, search by
model number, and click the appropriate link.
Notice 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 NI-9154 meets the following
specifications.
Operating temperature (IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2) 0 °C to 55 °C
Operating humidity (IEC 60068-2-78) 10% RH to 90% RH, noncondensing
Pollution Degree 2
Maximum altitude 2,000 m
Indoor use only.
Note Refer to the device specifications on ni.com/manuals for complete
specifications.
What You Need to Install the NI-9154
■ NI-9154 reconfigurable embedded chassis with integrated MXI-Express (x1)
■One of the following MXI-Express (x1) host systems:
■PXI system with MXI-Express device installed
■PC with MXI-Express PCI or PCIe device installed
■NI Industrial Controller
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■ NI cRIO-9081/9082 integrated system
Note
The NI-9154 requires a host system with a PCI Express clock that
complies with the PCI Express Specification. The NI-9154 may not
be compatible with systems using noncompliant clocks, particularly
clocks with peak frequencies higher than 100 MHz. For more
information about PCI Express clock compatibility with the NI-9154,
go to ni.com/info and enter the Info Code 915xclock.
■C Series I/O modules
■MXI-Express (x1) cable(s) up to 7 m long
■DIN rail mount kit (for DIN rail mounting only)
■ Panel mount kit (for panel mounting only)
■Three M4 or number 8 panhead screws (for mounting the chassis without
one of the listed mounting kits)
■Number 2 Phillips screwdriver
■Power supply
■ MXI-Express (x1) Series User Manual
Note Visit ni.com/info and enter the Info Code rdsowareversion to
determine which soware you need to use the NI-9154.
Installing C Series Modules
The following figure shows the mechanical dimensions of C Series I/O modules.
Figure 1. C Series I/O Module, Front and Side View with Dimensions
88.1 mm
(3.47 in.)
70.7 mm
(2.78 in.)
22.9 mm
(0.90 in.)
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Complete the following steps to install a C Series I/O module in the chassis.
1. Make sure that no I/O-side power is connected to the I/O module. If the system
is in a nonhazardous location, the chassis power can be on when you install
I/O modules.
2. Align the I/O module with an I/O module slot in the chassis. The module slots
are labeled 1 to 8, le to right.
Figure 2. Installing an I/O Module in the Chassis
1
2
1. Insertion Groove
2. Latch
3. Squeeze the latches and insert the I/O module into the module slot.
4. Press firmly on the connector side of the I/O module until the latches lock the
I/O module into place.
5. Repeat these steps to install additional I/O modules.
Removing C Series Modules
Complete the following steps to remove a C Series I/O module from the chassis.
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1. Make sure that no I/O-side power is connected to the I/O module. If the system
is in a nonhazardous location, the chassis power can be on when you remove
I/O modules.
2. Squeeze the latches on both sides of the module and pull the module out of
the chassis.
Connecting the NI 9154 to Ground
You must connect the NI 9154 grounding terminal to the grounding electrode
system of the facility.
What to Use
■Ring lug
■Wire, 2.05 mm2 (12 AWG) or larger
■Screwdriver, Phillips #2
What to Do
Complete the following steps to ground the NI 9154.
1. Attach the ring lug to the wire.
2. Remove the grounding screw from the grounding terminal on the NI 9154.
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 1.3 mm diameter (16 AWG) or larger wire. Attach
a ring lug to the wire and attach the wire to the chassis grounding
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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 One or More NI-9154 Chassis to the MXI-Express
Host System or a Target
Complete the following steps to connect one or more NI-9154 chassis to a MXI-
Express host system or a target.
1. Make sure the MXI-Express host system is set up and configured as described
in the MXI-Express (x1) Series User Manual.
2. If the MXI-Express host system is powered up, power it down.
3. If the NI-9154 is powered up, power it down.
4. Use a MXI-Express (x1) cable to connect the MXI-Express host system to the
Upstream port of the first NI-9154 in the chain.
5. Use a MXI-Express (x1) cable to connect the Downstream port of the first
NI-9154 to the Upstream port of the next NI-9154 in the chain.
Note The maximum number of NI-9154 chassis in a chain depends
on the system configuration. For example, a PXI system with an NI
PXI-8196 controller can support four chassis per chain. Dierent
types of systems may support more or fewer chassis per chain. For
more information about how dierent system configurations can
aect the maximum number of chassis in a chain, go to ni.com/info
and enter the Info Code 915xchain.
6. Power up all of the connected NI-9154 chassis.
7. Power up the MXI-Express host system.
Note Refer to the MXI-Express (x1) Series User Manual for
connectivity options and supported host devices.
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Caution All connected NI-9154 chassis must have power connected
before the host system is powered up. The BIOS and OS of the host
system must detect all bus segments on the chassis side in order to
configure the PCI hierarchy. Powering connected chassis up or down
while the host system is running can cause system hangs and data
corruption.
Caution Do not remove MXI-Express (x1) cables while power is
connected. Doing so can cause hangs or application errors. If a cable
becomes unplugged, plug it back in and reboot.
Wiring Power to the Chassis
The NI-9154 requires an external power supply that meets the specifications. The
NI-9154 filters and regulates the supplied power and provides power for all of the
I/O modules. You must connect a power supply to at least one pair of V and C
terminals. Optionally, you can connect a second power supply to the other pair of V
and C terminals. The chassis draws power from the power supply with the higher
voltage. The NI-9154 has one layer of reverse-voltage protection. Complete the
following steps to connect a power supply to the chassis.
1. Connect the positive lead of the power supply to the V1 or V2 terminal of the
COMBICON connector shipped with the NI-9154.
2. Connect the negative lead of the power supply to one of the C terminals of the
COMBICON connector.
3. Optionally you can connect the positive lead of another power supply to the
other V terminal and the negative lead to one of the C terminals.
4. Install the COMBICON connector on the front panel of the NI-9154.
Chassis Powerup Options
The following table lists the reset options available for the NI-9154. These options
determine how the chassis behaves when it is powered on in various conditions.
Use the RIO Device Setup utility to select reset options. Access the RIO Device Setup
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utility by selecting Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-RIO»RIO Device
Setup.
Powerup Option Behavior
Do Not Autoload VI Does not load the FPGA bit stream from flash memory.
Autoload VI on device powerup Loads the FPGA bit stream from flash memory to the FPGA when
the chassis powers on.
Table 2. Chassis Powerup Options
If you want the NI-9154 to autoload and run a VI at powerup, you must also
configure the VI to autoload before you compile it. For more information about
autoloading VIs, refer to the LabVIEW FPGA Module Help.
Checking MXI-Express LINK LEDs for Status
Aer powering on the chassis and host system, check the MXI-Express LINK LEDs to
ensure that all connected systems are linked and communicating properly. The MXI-
Express LINK LEDs of the NI-9154 indicate the following:
LINK LED Appearance Meaning
O Chassis power is o.
Solid yellow Link is not established.
Solid green Link is established.
Blinking yellow PCI Express clock is incompatible with NI-9154
Table 2. NI-9154 MXI-Express LINK LED Indications
Note For information about PCI Express clock compatibility with the
NI-9154, go to ni.com/info and enter the Info Code 915xclock.
Powering Down the MXI-Express System
Always power down the host system before powering down any connected NI-9154
chassis. When the host system is powered down, the order in which the NI-9154
chassis are powered down is not important.
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