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Contents
About This Manual
Conventions ...................................................................................................................vii
National Instruments Documentation ............................................................................viii
Related Documentation..................................................................................................viii
Chapter 1
Introduction
What You Need to Get Started ......................................................................................1-1
Unpacking......................................................................................................................1-1
Software Programming Choices ....................................................................................1-2
Safety Information .........................................................................................................1-2
Chapter 2
Installing and Configuring
Installing the Software ...................................................................................................2-1
Installing the Hardware..................................................................................................2-1
Configuring the Module.................................................................................................2-2
Chapter 3
Hardware Overview
NI PCI-1588 Front Panel ...............................................................................................3-3
Speed LED.......................................................................................................3-4
Link LED.........................................................................................................3-4
Connectors.......................................................................................................3-4
Hardware Features .........................................................................................................3-5
Synchronization Best Practices......................................................................................3-5
Network Topology...........................................................................................3-6
Operating Environment ...................................................................................3-6
Timing System Performance.............................................................3-7
I/O Considerations .........................................................................................................3-7
Using the Ethernet Port ...................................................................................3-7
Using Front Panel PFIs as Outputs..................................................................3-7
Using Front Panel PFI Lines as Inputs ............................................................3-8
Using the RTSI Triggers .................................................................................3-8
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Appendix A
Specifications
Appendix B
Technical Support and Professional Services
Glossary
Index
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About This Manual
Thank you for purchasing the National Instruments NI PCI-1588
Timing and Synchronization Module. The NI PCI-1588 enables you to
use IEEE 1588 to perform synchronized events over Ethernet. The
NI PCI-1588 can generate events and clock signals at specified 1588 future
times and timestamp input events with the 1588 system time. This provides
a method for performing synchronous activity and analysis over low-cost
Ethernet cabling.
This manual describes the electrical and mechanical aspects of the
NI PCI-1588 and contains information concerning its operation and
programming.
Conventions
The following conventions appear in this manual:
<> Angle brackets that contain numbers separated by an ellipsis represent
a range of values associated with a bit or signal name—for example,
AO <3..0>.
»The »symbol leads you through nested menu items and dialog box options
to a final action. The sequence File»Page Setup»Options directs you to
pull down the File menu, select the Page Setup item, and select Options
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 a
product, refer to the Safety Information section of Chapter 1, Introduction,
for information about 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.
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to a key concept. Italic text also denotes text that is a placeholder for a word
or value that you must supply.
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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.
National Instruments Documentation
The NI PCI-1588 User Manual is one piece of the documentation set for
your measurement system. You could have any of several other documents
describing your hardware and software. Use the documentation you have as
follows:
• Measurement hardware documentation—This documentation contains
detailed information about the measurement hardware that plugs into
or is connected to the computer. Use this documentation for hardware
installation and configuration instructions, specifications about the
measurement hardware, and application hints.
• Software documentation—Refer to the NI-Sync User Manual,
available on the NI-Sync CD and at ni.com/manuals.
You can download NI documentation from ni.com/manuals.
Related Documentation
The following document contains information that you might find helpful
as you read this manual:
•NI-Sync User Manual, available on the NI-Sync CD and at
ni.com/manuals
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Introduction
The NI PCI-1588 enables you to use IEEE 1588 to perform synchronized
events over Ethernet. The NI PCI-1588 can generate events and clock
signals at specified 1588 future times and timestamp input events with the
1588 system time. This provides a method for performing synchronous
activity and analysis over low-cost Ethernet cabling.
What You Need to Get Started
To set up and use the NI PCI-1588, you need the following items:
❑NI PCI-1588 Timing and Triggering Module
❑NI PCI-1588 User Manual
❑NI-Sync CD
❑One of the following software packages and documentation:
–LabVIEW
– LabWindows™/CVI™
– Microsoft Visual C++ (MSVC)
❑Desktop computer with available PCI slot
❑Twisted Pair Ethernet (RJ-45) cabling
❑SMB and/or RTSI cabling depending on application
Unpacking
The NI PCI-1588 is shipped in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic
damage to the module. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage several
components on the module.
Caution Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.
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To avoid such damage in handling the module, take the following
precautions:
• Ground yourself using a grounding strap or by touching a grounded
object.
• Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis
before removing the module from the package.
Remove the module from the package and inspect the module for loose
components or any sign of damage. Notify NI if the module appears
damaged in any way. Do not install a damaged module into the computer.
Store the NI PCI-1588 in the antistatic envelope when not in use.
Software Programming Choices
When programming the NI PCI-1588, you can use NI application
development environment (ADE) software such as LabVIEW or
LabWindows/CVI, or you can use other ADEs such as Visual C/C++.
LabVIEW features interactive graphics, a state-of-the-art interface,
and a powerful graphical programming language.
LabWindows/CVI is a complete ANSI C ADE that features an interactive
user interface and code generation tools.
Safety Information
The following section contains important safety information that you must
follow when installing and using the product.
Do not operate the product in a manner not specified in this document.
Misuse of the product can result in a hazard. You can compromise the
safety protection built into the product if the product is damaged in any
way. If the product is damaged, return it to National Instruments for repair.
Do not substitute parts or modify the product except as described in this
document. You must have all covers and filler panels installed during
operation of the product.
Do not operate the product in an explosive atmosphere or where there may
be flammable gases or fumes. If you must operate the product in such an
environment, it must be in a suitably rated enclosure.
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If you need to clean the product, use a soft, nonmetallic brush. The product
must be completely dry and free from contaminants before you return it to
service.
Operate the product only at or below Pollution Degree 2. Pollution is
foreign matter in a solid, liquid, or gaseous state that can reduce dielectric
strength or surface resistivity. The following is a description of pollution
degrees:
• Pollution Degree 1 means no pollution or only dry, nonconductive
pollution occurs. The pollution has no influence.
• Pollution Degree 2 means that only nonconductive pollution occurs in
most cases. Occasionally, however, a temporary conductivity caused
by condensation must be expected.
• Pollution Degree 3 means that conductive pollution occurs, or dry,
nonconductive pollution occurs that becomes conductive due to
condensation.
You must insulate signal connections for the maximum voltage for which
the product is rated. Do not exceed the maximum ratings for the product.
Do not install wiring while the product is live with electrical signals.
Remove power from signal lines before connecting them to or
disconnecting them from the product.
Operate the product at or below the installation category1marked on the
hardware label. Measurement circuits are subjected to working voltages2
and transient stresses (overvoltage) from the circuit to which they are
connected during measurement or test. Installation categories establish
standard impulse withstand voltage levels that commonly occur in
electrical distribution systems. The following is a description of installation
categories:
• Installation Category I is for measurements performed on circuits not
directly connected to the electrical distribution system referred to as
MAINS3voltage. 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.
1 Installation categories, also referred to as measurement categories, are 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.
3 MAINS is defined as a hazardous live electrical supply system that powers equipment. Suitably rated measuring circuits may
be connected to the MAINS for measuring purposes.
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• Installation 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).
Examples of Installation Category II are measurements performed on
household appliances, portable tools, and similar products.
• Installation 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 stationary motors with
permanent connections to fixed installations.
• Installation 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.
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Installing and Configuring
This chapter describes how to install the NI PCI-1588 hardware and
software and how to configure the device.
Installing the Software
Refer to the readme.htm file on the NI-Sync CD for software installation
directions.
The NI PCI-1588 uses an AMD PCNET Family PCI Ethernet Adaptor for
its Ethernet communication. The drivers for this adaptor are prepackaged
with the OS.
Note Be sure to install the NI-Sync driver software before installing the NI PCI-1588
hardware.
Installing the Hardware
The following are general installation instructions. Consult your computer
user manual or technical reference manual for specific instructions and
warnings about installing new PCI boards.
1. Power off and unplug the computer.
2. Remove the computer cover.
3. Choose an available PCI slot in the computer.
4. Remove the filler panel for the PCI slot you chose in step 3.
5. Ground yourself using a grounding strap or by touching a grounded
object. Follow the ESD protection precautions described in the
Unpacking section of Chapter 1, Introduction.
6. Insert the NI PCI-1588 into the PCI slot. Ensure the board is seated
properly in the slot.
7. Screw the front panel of the NI PCI-1588 to the front panel mounting
rail of the computer.
8. Visually verify the installation. Make sure the module is not touching
other modules or components and is fully inserted into the slot.
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9. Replace the computer cover.
10. Plug in and power on the computer.
The NI PCI-1588 is now installed.
Configuring the Module
The NI PCI-1588 is completely software configurable. The system
software automatically allocates all module resources.
To configure the NI PCI-1588 Ethernet network settings, find the AMD
PCNET Family PCI Ethernet Adaptor in your list of network adaptors and
adjust the network settings as needed.
The two LEDs on the front panel provide information about Ethernet status.
The front panel description sections of Chapter 3, Hardware Overview,
describe the LEDs in greater detail.
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Hardware Overview
This chapter presents an overview of the hardware functions of the
NI PCI-1588, shown in Figure 3-1.
Figure 3-1. Isometric View of the NI PCI-1588
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Figure 3-2 provides a functional overview of the NI PCI-1588 hardware.
Figure 3-2. Functional Overview of the NI PCI-1588
AMD PCNET Family
PCI Ethernet Adaptor IEEE-1588 Synchronization Unit TXCO
Future Time Event and
Clock Generator Input Timestamping Detector
I/O Configuration Unit
PFI RTSI
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NI PCI-1588 Front Panel
Figure 3-3 shows the connectors and LEDs on the NI PCI-1588 front panel.
Figure 3-3. NI PCI-1588 Front Panel
1 RJ-45 Ethernet Connector
2 Speed LED
3LinkLED
4 PFI <0..2> Connectors
4
NI PCI-1588
0
1
2
PFI
SPD
LNK
1
2
3
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Speed LED
The Speed LED indicates the NI PCI-1588 Ethernet link speed. Refer to
Figure 3-3 for the Speed LED location.
Table 3-1 summarizes what the Speed LED represents.
Link LED
The Link LED indicates the NI PCI-1588 Ethernet link condition. Refer to
Figure 3-3 for the Link LED location.
Table 3-2 summarizes what the Link LED represents.
Connectors
This section describes the connectors on the NI PCI-1588 front panel.
•RJ-45 Ethernet—Ethernet connection. This connector allows the
module to communicate via standard Ethernet cabling.
•PFI <0..2>—Programmable Function Interface <0..2>. These
connectors can be used for either input or output. You can program the
behavior of these PFI connections individually.
Refer to Figure 3-3 for the connector locations.
Caution Connections that exceed any of the maximum ratings of input or output signals
on the NI PCI-1588 can damage the module and the computer. NI is not liable for any
damage resulting from such signal connections.
Table 3-1. Speed LED Description
Color Status
Off 10 Mbps
Green 100 Mbps
Table 3-2. Link LED Color Description
Color Status
Off No Ethernet link
Green Ethernet link established
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Hardware Features
The NI PCI-1588 performs three broad functions:
• Synchronization over Ethernet using IEEE 1588.
• Generation of event and clock signals.
• Timestamping incoming signals with the 1588 time.
Table 3-3 outlines the function and direction of the signals discussed in
detail in the remainder of this chapter.
The remainder of this chapter describes how these signals are used,
acquired, and generated by the NI PCI-1588 hardware, and explains
how you can use the signals between various locations to synchronize
events in your system.
Synchronization Best Practices
The NI PCI-1588 can achieve sub-microsecond synchronization using the
IEEE 1588 protocol. If you are not getting the performance you need, the
following section describes some guidelines for achieving the best possible
performance from your NI PCI-1588. While the NI PCI-1588 will function
properly if you follow the specifications, the following guidelines may
increase the synchronization performance.
Table 3-3. Signal Descriptions
Signal Name Direction Description
PFI <0..2> In/Out The Programmable Function Interface terminals on the
NI PCI-1588 can function as timestamped inputs or future time
event or clock signal outputs.
RTSI <0..7> In/Out The RTSI trigger bus consists of eight digital lines shared
among a variety of NI PCI products. The RTSI terminals on the
NI PCI-1588 can function as timestamped inputs or future time
events or clock signal outputs.
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