National Instruments R Series Intelligent DAQ PXI-785xR User Manual
Getting started with r series intelligent daq

Getting Started with R Series Intelligent DAQ
This document explains how to install and configure National Instruments PCI/PXI-781xR,
PCI/PXI-783xR, PXI-784xR, and PXI-785xR (NI 78xxR) devices. This document also contains a
tutorial section that demonstrates how to begin taking a measurement using a LabVIEW FPGA
example VI.
Figure 1.
PCI and PXI R Series Devices
NI 78xxR Required Components
The following items are necessary to set up and use the NI PCI/PXI-78xxR:
❑
The following software packages:
–
LabVIEW
–
LabVIEW FPGA Module
–
NI-RIO device drivers
–
(Optional)
LabVIEW Real-Time Module
Refer to
Step 1. Install Application Software and Driver
, for information on R Series software
support.
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Development computer or PXI/CompactPCI chassis and PXI/CompactPCI embedded controller
running Windows 2000/XP.
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At least one cable and accessory for connecting signals to the NI 78xxR. For a list of applicable
cable and accessory options, refer to the
section.
Document Outline
- Getting Started with R Series Intelligent DAQ
- Figure 1. PCI and PXI R Series Devices
- NI 78xx R Required Components
- Step 1. Install Application Software and Driver
- Step 2. Install the Device, Accessories, and Cables
- Step 3. Connect Signals
- Step 4. Using Your NI 78xx R Device with a LabVIEW FPGA Example VI (NI 783x R/784x R/785x R Only)
- Where to Go From Here
- Where to Go for Support