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Contents
About This Manual
Conventions ...................................................................................................................vii
Related Documentation..................................................................................................viii
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Unpacking......................................................................................................................1-1
What You Need to Get Started ......................................................................................1-1
Key Features ..................................................................................................................1-2
Chassis Description........................................................................................................1-3
Optional Equipment.......................................................................................................1-5
EMC Filler Panels ...........................................................................................1-5
Rack Mount Kits..............................................................................................1-5
Handle/Feet Kit ...............................................................................................1-5
DC Power Cable (PXI-1036DC Only)............................................................1-6
PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC Backplane Overview...............................................................1-6
Interoperability with CompactPCI ..................................................................1-6
System Controller Slot ....................................................................................1-7
Star Trigger Slot ..............................................................................................1-7
Peripheral Slots................................................................................................1-7
Local Bus.........................................................................................................1-7
Trigger Bus......................................................................................................1-8
System Reference Clock..................................................................................1-8
Chapter 2
Installation and Configuration
Safety Information .........................................................................................................2-1
Chassis Cooling Considerations ....................................................................................2-2
Providing Adequate Clearance ........................................................................2-2
Setting Fan Speed............................................................................................2-3
Installing Filler Panels.....................................................................................2-3
Rack Mounting ..............................................................................................................2-4
Connecting Safety Ground.............................................................................................2-4
Connecting to Power Source..........................................................................................2-4
Connecting to an AC Power Source................................................................2-5
Connecting to a DC Power Source (PXI-1036DC Only)................................2-5
DC Connector ...................................................................................2-5
Installing a PXI Controller.............................................................................................2-6
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Installing PXI Modules.................................................................................................. 2-8
PXI System Configuration with MAX .......................................................................... 2-10
Basic PXI System Configuration .................................................................... 2-10
Trigger Configuration in MAX....................................................................... 2-11
Using System Configuration and Initialization Files .................................................... 2-12
Chapter 3
Maintenance
DC Fuse Replacement (PXI-1036DC Only) ................................................................. 3-1
Service Interval.............................................................................................................. 3-1
Preparation.....................................................................................................................3-1
Cleaning......................................................................................................................... 3-2
Interior Cleaning ............................................................................................. 3-2
Exterior Cleaning ............................................................................................ 3-2
Appendix A
Specifications
Appendix B
Pinouts
Appendix C
Technical Support and Professional Services
Glossary
Index
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About This Manual
The NI PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC User Manual contains information about
installing, configuring, using, and maintaining the NI PXI-1036 and
PXI-1036DC chassis.
Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
»The »symbol leads you through nested menu items and dialog box options
to a final action. The sequence Options»Settings»General directs you to
pull down the Options menu, select the Settings item, and select General
from the last dialog box.
This icon denotes a note, which alerts you to important information.
This icon denotes a caution, which advises you of precautions to take to
avoid injury, data loss, or a system crash. When this symbol is marked on
the product, refer to the Read Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic
Compatibility document, shipped with the product, for precautions to take.
bold Bold text denotes items that you must select or click in the software, such
as menu items and dialog box options. Bold text also denotes parameter
names.
italic Italic text denotes variables, emphasis, a cross-reference, a hardware label,
or an introduction to a key concept. Italic text also denotes text that is a
placeholder for a word or value that you must supply.
monospace Text in this font denotes text or characters that you should enter from the
keyboard, sections of code, programming examples, and syntax examples.
This font is also used for the proper names of disk drives, paths, directories,
programs, subprograms, subroutines, device names, functions, operations,
variables, filenames, and extensions.
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Related Documentation
The following documents contain information that you might find helpful
as you read this manual:
•NI PXI-1031DC/1036DC DC Cable Kit Installation Guide
•CompactPCI Specification PICMG 2.0 R 3.0
•PXI Hardware Specification
•PXI Software Specification
• IEEE 1101.1-1991, IEEE Standard for Mechanical Core
Specifications for Microcomputers Using IEC 603-2 Connectors
• IEEE 1101.10, IEEE Standard for Additional Mechanical
Specifications for Microcomputers Using IEEE 1101.1 Equipment
Practice
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Getting Started
This chapter describes the key features of the NI PXI-1036 and
PXI-1036DC chassis, and lists the kit contents and optional equipment
you can order from National Instruments.
Unpacking
Carefully inspect the shipping container and the chassis for damage. Check
for visible damage to the metal work. Check to make sure all handles,
hardware, and switches are undamaged. Inspect the inner chassis for any
possible damage, debris, or detached components. If damage appears to
have been caused during shipment, file a claim with the carrier. Retain the
packing material for possible inspection and/or reshipment.
What You Need to Get Started
❑NI PXI-1036 or NI PXI-1036DC chassis
❑Filler panels
❑Power cable, either:
– AC power cable—refer to Table 1-1 for AC power cables
– DC power cable (PXI-1036DC only)
❑NI PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC User Manual
❑Read Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility
❑Driver CD-ROM containing NI PXI chassis software
❑Chassis number labels
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If you are missing any of the items listed in Table 1-1, or if you have the
incorrect AC power cable, contact National Instruments.
You have the option of powering the PXI-1036DC chassis with a DC power
cable through the DC input connector on the rear panel of the chassis. Refer
to Figure 1-3 for the location of the DC connector.
Key Features
The PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC combines a 6-slot PXI backplane with a
structural design that has been optimized for maximum usability in a wide
range of applications.
The key features of the chassis include the following:
• Accepts 3U PXI and CompactPCI (PICMG 2.0 R 3.0) modules
• 6-slot chassis with universal AC input, and automatic
voltage/frequency ranging
• DC power input (PXI-1036DC only)
• On/Off (Standby) power switch on the front panel for easy access
• AUTO/HIGH temperature-controlled fan speed based on air-intake
temperature to minimize audible noise
• (Optional) Carrying handle for portability
• Rack mountable
Table 1-1. AC Power Cables
Power Cable Reference Standards
Standard 120 V (USA) NEMA 5-15
Switzerland 220 V SEV
Australia 240 V AS C112
Universal Euro 230 V CEE (7), II, IV, VII IEC83
North America 240 V NEMA 6-15
United Kingdom 230 V BS 1363/IEC83
Japan 100 V JIS C8303
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Chassis Description
Figure 1-1, Figure 1-2, and Figure 1-3 show the key features of the
PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC chassis front and rear panels. Figure 1-1 shows the
front view of the PXI-1036 (the PXI-1036DC front panel is identical except
for the chassis name stenciled on the face plate). Figure 1-2 shows the rear
view of the PXI-1036. Figure 1-3 shows the rear panel of the PXI-1036DC.
Figure 1-4 shows the bottom of the chassis (both types of chassis will be
identical on the bottom).
Figure 1-1. Front View of the PXI-1036 Chassis
1 Controller Expansion Slot
2 PXI Backplane
3 Rubber Foot
4 Generic Peripheral Slots
5 Star Trigger/Peripheral Slot
6 System Controller Slot
7 Power Switch (Standby)
8 Power Supply Airflow Intake Vents
54
2
3
67
1
8
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Figure 1-2. Rear View of the PXI-1036 Chassis
Figure 1-3. Rear View of the PXI-1036DC Chassis
1 Rear Exhaust Vents
2 AC Input
3 Power Supply Fan Exhaust
4 Chassis Ground Screw
5 AUTO/HIGH Fan Speed Selector Switch
6 Rubber Foot
1 Rear Exhaust Vents
2 DC Fuse Socket
3 DC Input
4 AC Input
5 Power Supply Fan Exhaust
6 Chassis Ground Screw
7 AUTO/HIGH Fan Speed Selector Switch
8 Rubber Foot
1
65 4
2
3
1
87 6
4
5
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Figure 1-4. Bottom View of PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC Chassis
Optional Equipment
Contact National Instruments to order the following options for the
PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC chassis.
EMC Filler Panels
Optional EMC filler panel kits are available from National Instruments.
Rack Mount Kits
A rack mount kit option is available for mounting the PXI-1036 or
PXI-1036DC chassis into a 19 in. instrument cabinet.
Handle/Feet Kit
An optional side handle and rubber feet kit is available from National
Instruments to provide a handle for portability.
1 Power Switch (Standby)
2 Fan Cover
3 Fan Cover Screw
4 Rubber Foot
4
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DC Power Cable (PXI-1036DC Only)
An optional DC power cable is available from National Instruments to
provide power through the DC input connector on the rear panel of the
chassis.
The DC power cable uses an F30A 500 VDC/600 VAC, 1.5 in. ×.41 in.
(10 mm ×38 mm) Midget fast-acting fuse on the positive (+) wire of the
cable. For more information on fuses used, including recommendations for
custom cabling, refer to the DC Fuse Replacement (PXI-1036DC Only)
section of Chapter 3, Maintenance.
PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC Backplane Overview
Interoperability with CompactPCI
The PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC backplane is interoperable with 5 V and
universal PXI-compatible products and standard CompactPCI products.
This is an important feature, because some PXI systems may require
components that do not implement PXI-specific features. For example,
you may want to use a standard CompactPCI network interface card in a
PXI chassis.
The signals on the backplane P1 connectors meet the requirements of the
CompactPCI specification for both peripheral and system modules. Refer
to Appendix B, Pinouts, for pinout information.
The PXI-specific signals are on the backplane P2 connectors and are
found only on those signal lines reserved or not used in the CompactPCI
64-bit specification. Therefore, all modules that meet the requirements
of the CompactPCI 64-bit specification will function in the
PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC. Refer to Appendix B, Pinouts, for pinout
information.
Note The PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC backplane is 32-bit PCI. 64-bit CompactPCI cards will
operate in 32-bit mode in this chassis.
The chassis backplane has +5 V V(I/O). Refer to the CompactPCI
Specification PICMG 2.0 R 3.0 for details regarding V(I/O).
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System Controller Slot
The system controller slot is slot 1 of the chassis as defined by the PXI
specification. It has one controller expansion slot for system controller
modules that are wider than one slot. As defined in the PXI specification,
these slots allow the controller to expand to the left to prevent the controller
from using peripheral slots.
Star Trigger Slot
The star trigger (ST) slot is slot 2. This slot has dedicated equal-length
trigger lines between slot 2 and peripheral slots 3 through 6 (refer to
Figure 1-5). Slot 2 is intended for modules with ST functionality that can
provide individual triggers to all other peripheral modules. However, if you
do not require advanced trigger functionality, you can install any standard
peripheral module in this slot.
The star trigger slot can also be used to provide a PXI_CLK10 signal to
the backplane. For more information regarding PXI_CLK10, refer to the
System Reference Clock section.
Peripheral Slots
There are five peripheral slots, including the star trigger slot.
Local Bus
The PXI backplane local bus is a daisy-chained bus that connects each
peripheral slot with adjacent peripheral slots to the left and right (refer to
Figure 1-5). For example, the right local bus of slot 2 connects to the left
local bus of slot 3, and so on.
The left local bus signal lines on slot 2 are used for star trigger and do not
connect to slot 1. The right local bus signal lines on slot 6 are not routed
anywhere.
Each local bus is 13 lines wide and can pass analog signals up to
42 V between cards or provide a high-speed TTL side-band digital
communication path that does not reduce the PXI bus bandwidth.
Initialization software uses the configuration information specific to
adjacent peripheral modules to evaluate local bus compatibility.
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Figure 1-5. PXI Star Trigger and Local Bus Routing
Trigger Bus
All slots share eight PXI trigger lines. You can use these trigger lines
in a variety of ways. For example, you can use triggers to synchronize
the operation of several different PXI peripheral modules. In other
applications, one module located in slot 2 can control carefully timed
sequences of operations performed on other modules in the system.
Modules can pass triggers to one another, allowing precisely timed
responses to asynchronous external events the system is monitoring
or controlling.
System Reference Clock
The PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC supplies the PXI 10 MHz system clock signal
(PXI_CLK10) independently to each peripheral slot. An independent
buffer (having a source impedance matched to the backplane and a skew of
less than 250 ps between slots) drives the clock signal to each peripheral
slot. You can use this common reference clock signal to synchronize
multiple modules in a measurement or control system. You can drive
PXI_CLK10 from an external source through the PXI_CLK10_IN pin on
the P2 connector of the star trigger slot. Refer to Table B-4, P2 (J2)
Connector Pinout for the Star Trigger Slot. You must manually switch S1
on the chassis backplane to enable or disable routing an external clock to
peripheral slots.
System Controller Slot [1]
Star Trigger/Peripheral Slot [2]
Peripheral Slot [3] Peripheral Slot [4]
Local
Bus
Local
Bus
Star Triggers
PCI Arbitration and Clock Signals
Peripheral Slot [5] Peripheral Slot [6]
Local
Bus
Local
Bus
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Installation and Configuration
This chapter describes how to install, configure, and use the PXI-1036 and
PXI-1036DC chassis.
Before connecting the chassis to a power source, read this chapter and the
Read Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility document
included with your chassis.
Safety Information
Caution Before undertaking any troubleshooting, maintenance, or exploratory procedure,
carefully read the following caution notices.
This equipment contains voltage hazardous to human life and safety, and is
capable of inflicting personal injury.
•Chassis Grounding—The chassis requires a connection from the
premise wire safety ground to the chassis ground. The earth safety
ground must be connected during use of this equipment to minimize
shock hazards. Refer to the Connecting Safety Ground section for
instructions on connecting safety ground.
•Live Circuits—Operating personnel and service personnel must not
remove protective covers when operating or servicing the chassis.
Adjustments and service to internal components must be undertaken
by qualified service technicians. During service of this product,
the mains connector to the premise wiring must be disconnected.
Dangerous voltages may be present under certain conditions;
use extreme caution.
•Explosive Atmosphere—Do not operate the chassis in conditions
where flammable gases are present. Under such conditions, this
equipment is unsafe and may ignite the gases or gas fumes.
•Part Replacement—Only service this equipment with parts that are
exact replacements, both electrically and mechanically. Contact
National Instruments for replacement part information. Installation of
parts with those that are not direct replacements may cause harm to
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personnel operating the chassis. Furthermore, damage or fire may
occur if replacement parts are unsuitable.
•Modification—Do not modify any part of the chassis from its original
condition. Unsuitable modifications may result in safety hazards.
Chassis Cooling Considerations
The chassis is designed to operate on a bench or in an instrument rack.
Determine how you want to use the chassis and follow the appropriate
installation instructions.
Providing Adequate Clearance
Apertures in the top, bottom, front, rear, and along the right and left sides
of the chassis facilitate power supply and module cooling. Air enters
through the fan inlet in the bottom of the chassis for module cooling. It then
exits through the upper sections at the right side, back, and through the top,
as shown in Figure 2-1. Air cooling the power supply enters the front and
left side of the chassis, which is shown in Figure 1-1, Front View of the
PXI-1036 Chassis, then exits through the rear of the chassis, which is
shown in Figure 1-2, Rear View of the PXI-1036 Chassis, and Figure 1-3,
Rear View of the PXI-1036DC Chassis. Place the chassis on a bench top or
in an instrument rack so that the fans (air inlets) and the air outlet apertures
along the right and left sides, the top, and the back of the chassis have
adequate ventilation. Provide at least 44.5 mm (1.75 in.) clearance above,
behind, and on the sides of the unit for adequate venting. High-power
applications may require additional clearance.
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Figure 2-1. PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC Module Cooling Airflow Side View
Install the chassis so that you can easily access the bottom panel.
Setting Fan Speed
The AUTO/HIGH fan-speed selector switch is on the rear panel of the
PXI-1036 and PXI-1036DC. Refer to Figure 1-2, Rear View of the
PXI-1036 Chassis, or Figure 1-3, Rear View of the PXI-1036DC Chassis,
to locate the fan-speed selector switch. Select HIGH for maximum cooling
performance (recommended) or AUTO for quieter operation. The fan
speed is determined by chassis intake air temperature when set to AUTO.
Installing Filler Panels
To improve module cooling performance, install filler panels (provided
with the chassis) in unused or empty slots. Secure with the captive
mounting screws provided.
1 Air Outlets 2 Air Intake
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Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration
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Rack Mounting
Rack mount applications require the optional rack mount kits available
from National Instruments. Refer to Figure A-3, PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC
Rack Mount Kit Components, and the instructions supplied with the rack
mount kits to install your chassis in an instrument rack.
Note You may want to remove the feet from the chassis when rack mounting. To do so,
remove the screws holding the feet in place.
Connecting Safety Ground
Caution The PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC chassis is designed with a three-position inlet that
connects the cord set ground line to the chassis ground. To minimize shock hazard, make
sure the electrical power outlet you use to power the chassis has an appropriate earth safety
ground.
For DC powered applications, or if your power outlet does not have an
appropriate ground connection, you must connect the premise safety
ground to the chassis grounding screw located on the rear panel. Refer to
Figure 1-2, Rear View of the PXI-1036 Chassis, or Figure 1-3, Rear View
of the PXI-1036DC Chassis, to locate the chassis grounding screw.
Complete the following steps to connect the safety ground.
1. Connect a 10 AWG (2.6 mm) wire to the chassis grounding screw
using a grounding lug. The wire must have green insulation with a
yellow stripe or must be noninsulated (bare).
2. Attach the opposite end of the wire to permanent earth ground using
toothed washers or a toothed lug.
Connecting to Power Source
Cautions Do not install modules prior to performing the following power-on test.
To completely remove power, you must disconnect the AC power cable (and DC power,
if applicable).
If both AC and DC power cables are connected, the chassis will draw power from both
sources.
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