NI cRIO-9036 User manual

cRIO-9036
Getting Started
2022-07-06

Contents
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Preparing the Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Unpacking the Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Verifying the Kit Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing Soware on the Host Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing C Series Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Removing C Series Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting the cRIO-9036. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting the cRIO-9036 to Ground. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting the cRIO-9036 to Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting the cRIO-9036 to the Host Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Configuring the System in Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX). . . . . . . . . . . 14
Setting a System Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installing Soware on the cRIO-9036. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Troubleshooting the cRIO-9036. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
The cRIO-9036 is Not Communicating with the Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
System Reset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
STATUS LED Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
NI cRIO-9036 Sync Firmware Licensing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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Overview
This document describes how to begin using the National Instruments cRIO-9036.
In this document, the NI cRIO-9036 and NI cRIO-9036 Sync are inclusively referred to
as the cRIO-9036.
For more information about timing and synchronization capabilities of NI cRIO-9036
Sync, visit ni.com/info and enter the Info Code .
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
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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.
Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations
The cRIO-9036 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 cRIO-9036 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.
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Special Conditions for Hazardous Locations Use in Europe and
Internationally
The cRIO-9036 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 -40 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 70 °C.
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
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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.
Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance, operate this product
only with shielded cables and accessories. The DC power input cables may
be unshielded.
Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance, you must use an
isolated cable with the RS-485 serial port, such as NI part number
184428-01.
Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance, the length of any
cable connected to the video and V2 ports must be no longer than
3 m (10 ). The length of any cable connected to the RS-232 and RS-485
ports must be no longer than 30 m (100 ). The length of any cable
connected to the USB host ports must be no longer than 5 m (16 ).
Caution The USB device port is intended only for use in device
configuration, application deployment, debug, and maintenance.
Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance, product installation
requires either special considerations or user-installed, add-on devices.
Refer to the following sections for more information.
Related tasks
■Connecting the cRIO-9036 to Ground
■Connecting the cRIO-9036 to Power
■Connecting the to Ground
■Connecting the to Power
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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 cRIO-9036 meets the
following specifications.
Operating temperature (IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2) -40 °C to 70 °C
Operating humidity (IEC 60068-2-78) 10% RH to 90% RH, noncondensing
Pollution Degree 2
Maximum altitude 5,000 m
Indoor use only.
Note Refer to the device specifications on ni.com/manuals for complete
specifications.
Unpacking the Kit
Notice To prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) from damaging the
device, ground yourself using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded
object, such as your computer chassis.
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1. Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis.
2. Remove the device from the package and inspect the device for loose
components or any other sign of damage.
Notice Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.
Note Do not install a device if it appears damaged in any way.
3. Unpack any other items and documentation from the kit.
Store the device in the antistatic package when the device is not in use.
Verifying the Kit Contents
Verify that the following items are included in the cRIO-9036 kit.
Installing Soware on the Host Computer
Before using the cRIO-9036, you must install the following application soware and
device drivers on the host computer in this order:
Sequence cRIO-9036 cRIO-9036 Sync
1 LabVIEW 2014 SP1 or later LabVIEW 2016 or later
2 LabVIEW Real-Time Module 2014 SP1 LabVIEW Real-Time Module 2016 or later
3 LabVIEW FPGA Module 2014 SP1 or
later[1] LabVIEW FPGA Module 2016 or later[1]
4 NI CompactRIO Device Drivers
February 2015 or later
NI CompactRIO Device Drivers August 2016
or later
For minimum soware support information, visit ni.com/info and enter the Info
Code swsupport.
1 LabVIEW FPGA Module is not required when using Scan Interface mode. To
program the user-accessible FPGA on the cRIO-9036, LabVIEW FPGA Module is
required.
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Installing C Series Modules
Complete the following steps to install a C Series module.
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1. Verify that power is not connected to the I/O connector(s) on the C Series
module. If the system is in a nonhazardous location, the cRIO-9036 can be
powered on when you install modules.
2. Press the latches on the C Series module.
3. Align the C Series module with a slot and seat it in the slot until the latches
lock in place.
Removing C Series Modules
Verify that power is not connected to the I/O connector(s) on the C Series module
before you remove a module from the cRIO-9036. If the system is in a nonhazardous
location, the cRIO-9036 can be powered on when you remove modules.
Connecting the cRIO-9036
The cRIO-9036 has the following connectors, LEDs, and buttons.
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Connecting the cRIO-9036 to Ground
You must connect the cRIO-9036 grounding terminal to the grounding electrode
system of the facility.
What to Use
■Ring lug
■Wire, 1.3 mm2 (16 AWG) or larger
■Screwdriver, Phillips #2
What to Do
Complete the following steps to ground the cRIO-9036.
1. Attach the ring lug to the wire.
2. Remove the grounding screw from the grounding terminal on the cRIO-9036.
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 mm2 (16 AWG) or larger wire. Attach a ring
lug to the wire and attach the wire to the chassis grounding 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.
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