National Instruments PXIe-1086 User manual

GETTING STARTED GUIDE

NI PXIe-1086

The manual includes instructions for installing and configuring your NI PXIe-1086 chassis and

PXI Express system.

Contents

What You Need to Get Started ................................................................................................. 1

Safety Information .................................................................................................................... 2

Electrical ................................................................................................................................... 3

AC Input ........................................................................................................................... 3

Chassis Parts ............................................................................................................................. 3

Preparing the Environment.......................................................................................................5

Installing the PXI Express System ........................................................................................... 5

Step 1: Set Up the Chassis ................................................................................................ 5

Step 2: Install the Controller............................................................................................. 7

Step 3: Install Modules ..................................................................................................... 9

Step 4: Configure the System In Software Using MAX .................................................. 10

Step 5: Connect Signals to Modules................................................................................. 10

Where To Go Next ........................................................................................................... 10

Maintenance.............................................................................................................................. 10

Service Interval................................................................................................................. 10

Cleaning............................................................................................................................ 11

Replacing a Modular Power Supply......................................................................................... 11

Removal............................................................................................................................ 11

Installation ........................................................................................................................ 14

Worldwide Support and Services ............................................................................................. 15

What You Need to Get Started

The NI PXIe-1086 chassis kit contains the following items:

NI PXIe-1086 chassis

Filler panels

NI PXIe-1086 User Manual

Software media with PXI Platform Services 14.0 or later

Read Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility

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Chassis number labels

Inhibit fault cable connector

Note An AC power cable is also required, but not included in the NI PXIe-1086

chassis kit.

Safety Information

Caution Before undertaking any troubleshooting, maintenance, or exploratory

procedure, carefully read the following caution notices. Protection equipment may be

impaired if equipment is not used in the manner specified.

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 refer to Chapter 2, Installation and

Configuration, of the NI PXIe-1086 User Manual 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 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.

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Electrical

The following section provides information about the NI PXIe-1086 AC input.

Note Refer to the NI PXIe-1086 User Manual for full specifications.

AC Input

Input voltage range ........................................... 100 to 240 VAC

Operating voltage range1.................................. 90 to 264 VAC

Input current rating ........................................... 12 to 6 A

Input frequency range....................................... 50/60 Hz

Operating frequency range1.............................. 47 to 63 Hz

Over-current protection .................................... All outputs protected from short circuit and

overload with automatic recovery

Efficiency.......................................................... 70% typical

Power disconnect.............................................. The AC power cables provide main power

disconnect. Do not position the equipment so

that it is difficult to disconnect the power cord.

The front panel power switch causes the internal

chassis power supply to provide DC power to the

CompactPCI/PXI Express backplane. You also

can use the front panel terminal block 4-pin

connector and power mode switch to control the

internal chassis power supply.

Chassis Parts

The following figures show the key features of the NI PXIe-1086 chassis front and back panels.

1 This operating range is guaranteed by design.

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Figure 1. Front View of the NI PXIe-1086 Chassis (with Optional Filler Panels)

Figure 2. Rear View of the NI PXIe-1086 Chassis

1 Power Inhibit Switch

2 Status LEDs

3 Inhibit/Fault Connector

4 Earth (Ground) Terminal

5 Backplane Connectors

6 Clk10 Output

7 Clk10 Input

8 PXI Filler Panels (Optional)

9 Removable Feet

10 Fan Door Latch

11 PXI Express Hybrid

Peripheral Slots (16x)

12 PXI Express PXI Express System

Timing Slot

13 PXI Express System Controller Slot

14 Ethernet Port

15 Chassis Carry Handle

16 System Controller Expansion Slots

1 Power Supply Cooling Fan

2 Power Supply Handle

3 Chassis Power Connectors

4 Chassis Ground Screw

5 Inhibit Mode Selector Switch

6 Fan Speed Selector Switch

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Preparing the Environment

Ensure the environment you are using the NI PXIe-1086 in meets the following specifications.

Ambient temperature range .............................. 0 to 50 °C

(Tested in accordance with IEC 60068-2-1 and

IEC 60068-2-2. Meets MIL-PRF-28800F

Class 3 temperature limits.)

Relative humidity range.................................... 5 to 95%, noncondensing

(Tested to temperature and humidity levels

specified in MIL-PRF-28800F)

Maximum altitude............................................. 4600 m (570 mbar) (at 25 °C ambient)

Note Fan speed selector must be set to High to meet the maximum altitude

specification.

Pollution Degree ............................................... 2

For indoor use only.

Note Refer to the NI PXIe-1086 User Manual for full specifications.

Installing the PXI Express System

Step 1: Set Up the Chassis

1. Inspect the chassis interior and exterior for damage. If damage appears to have been caused

during shipment, file a claim with the carrier.

2. If you are installing the chassis in an instrument rack, install the rack mount kit for the

chassis (sold separately). Refer to the instructions supplied with the rack mount kit.

3. Position the chassis as shown in the following figure, so there is adequate clearance

between the chassis and surrounding equipment to ensure proper chassis cooling.

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Figure 3. Installing a PXI Express System Controller

4. Set the chassis fan speed to High or Auto using the fan-speed selector switch on the rear

panel of the chassis. Select High for maximum cooling performance or Auto for improved

acoustic performance. Refer to the Chassis Parts section for the fan-speed selector switch

location.

Caution When set to Auto, the fan speed is determined by the ambient temperature

outside the fan intake vents on the rear of the chassis. Ensure that this ambient

temperature does not exceed the rated ambient temperature as stated in Appendix A,

Specifications, of the NI PXIe-1086 User Manual. If the temperature exceeds the

stated spec, the power switch LED blinks green.

Note If two system fans or both power supply fans fail, the chassis shuts down

automatically, protecting the chassis and modules from damage due to overheating.

5. Make sure the electrical power outlet you use to power the chassis has an appropriate earth

safety ground. If your power outlet does not have an appropriate ground connection, you

must connect the premise safety ground to the chassis grounding screw on the rear panel:

a. Connect a 16 AWG (1.3 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).

b. Attach the opposite end of the wire to permanent earth ground using toothed washers

or a toothed lug.

1 Air Exhaust Vent 2 Primary Air Intake Vents

3.00 in.

(76.20 mm)

from air filter

retainer

1.75 in.

(44.45 mm)

1.75 in.

(44.45 mm)

1.75 in.

(44.45 mm)

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6. Connect the AC power source to the chassis before installing the system controller or

modules. The AC power cord grounds the chassis and protects it from electrical damage

while you install the system controller.

7. Power on the chassis. Make sure the switch LED is steady green (not flashing), indicating

the chassis is powered on and operating normally. If it is not, refer to Chapter 2, Installation

and Configuration, of the NI PXIe-1086 User Manual for more information about LED

indicators.

8. Power off the chassis.

Step 2: Install the Controller

Note Be sure the chassis is connected to an AC power source before installing the

system controller. The AC power cord grounds the chassis and protects it from

electrical damage while you install the controller.

Caution Refer to your PXI Express system controller user manual for specific

instructions and warnings.

1. Inspect the slot 1 pins on the chassis backplane for any bending or damage prior to

installation. Do not install the system controller if any pins are bent or damaged.

2. Install the system controller into the system controller slot (slot 1, indicated by the red card

guides) by first placing the system controller PCB into the front of the card guides (top and

bottom). Slide the system controller to the rear of the chassis, making sure the

injector/ejector handle is pushed down as shown in the following figure.

Figure 4. Installing a PXI Express System Controller

1 System Controller Front Panel Mounting Screws (4x)

2 PXI Express System Controller

3 Injector/Ejector Handle

4 NI PXIe-1086 Chassis

NI PXIe-1086

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3. When you begin to feel resistance, pull up on the injector/ejector handle to seat the system

controller fully into the chassis frame. Secure the system controller front panel to the

chassis using the system controller front panel mounting screws.

The following figure shows a PXI Express system controller installed in the system

controller slot of a chassis.

Figure 5. PXI Express System Controller Installed in an NI PXIe-1086 Chassis

4. Connect the keyboard, mouse, and monitor to the appropriate connectors. Connect devices

to ports as required by your system configuration.

5. Power on the chassis. Verify that the system controller boots. If the system controller does

not boot, refer to the Troubleshooting section or your system controller user manual.

1 NI PXIe-1086 Chassis 2 PXI Express System Controller 3 Injector/Ejector Rail

NIPXIe-1086

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Step 3: Install Modules

Note Refer to your module user manual for specific instructions and warnings.

1. Power off the chassis.

2. Inspect the slot pins on the chassis backplane for any bending or damage prior to

installation. Do not install a module if the backplane is damaged.

3. To prevent damage to the chassis, ensure that you are installing the module in the correct

type of slot. Refer to the Chassis Parts section for the slot descriptions.

4. Install the module into the chassis slot by first placing the module card PCB into the front

of the card guides (top and bottom), as shown in the following figure. Slide the module to

the rear of the chassis, making sure that the injector/ejector handle is pushed down.

Figure 6. Installing PXI, PXI Express, or CompactPCI Peripheral Modules

5. When you begin to feel resistance, push up on the injector/ejector handle to seat the module

fully into the chassis frame. Secure the module front panel to the chassis using the module

front-panel mounting screws.

6. Install filler panels (provided with the chassis) in unused slots to maintain proper module

cooling performance. Secure the panels with the captive mounting screws provided.

7. If needed, install optional EMC filler panels (sold separately) for extra electromagnetic

shielding. For more information about using EMC filler panels, refer to ni.com.

1 Injector/Ejector Handle

2 PXI Peripheral Module

3 Peripheral Module Front Panel Mounting Screws (2x)

4 PXI Express System Controller

5 NI PXIe-1086 Chassis

6 Injector/Ejector Rail

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8. If needed, install optional slot blockers (sold separately) to improve the chassis cooling

performance. For more information about using PXI slot blockers, refer to ni.com.

9. Power on the chassis again. If the power inhibit switch indicator LED is steady green (not

flashing), the chassis is powered on and operating normally. If the LED is not steady green,

refer to Chapter 2, Installation and Configuration, of the NI PXIe-1086 User Manual for

more information about LED indicators.

Step 4: Configure the System In Software Using MAX

Note The configuration steps for single or multiple-chassis systems are the same.

1. If PXI Platform Services is not installed on your system, install it from the software CD

included with your chassis.

2. Launch MAX from the desktop shortcut or the Start menu.

3. In the Configuration tree, click the Devices and Interfaces branch to expand it.

4. If the PXI system controller has not yet been configured, it is labeled PXI System

(Unidentified). Right-click this entry to display the pop-up menu, then select the

appropriate system controller model from the Identify As submenu.

5. Click the PXI system controller. The chassis (or multiple chassis in a multichassis

configuration) is listed below it. Identify each chassis by right-clicking its entry, then

selecting the appropriate chassis model through the Identify As submenu. Further

expanding the PXI System branch shows all devices in the system that NI-VISA can

recognize. When your system controller and all your chassis are identified, the required

pxisys.ini file is complete.

Step 5: Connect Signals to Modules

Refer to your PXI module documentation for information about connecting signals to your

devices.

Where To Go Next

• User manuals and specifications for all devices in your system at ni.com/manuals.

•NI PXIe-1086 User Manual at ni.com/manuals for more information about the chassis

backplane, remote voltage monitoring and control, system initialization files, and pinouts.

Maintenance

Service Interval

Clean dust from the chassis exterior (and interior) as needed, based on the operating

environment. Periodic cleaning increases reliability.

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