National Instruments 653X - Manual (Page 11)

Chapter 1 Getting Started with Your 653X
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Use Group 1 and 2 to:
• Generate or receive digital patterns and waveforms timed by a TTL
clock
• Transfer data between two devices using one of six configurable
handshaking protocols
• Acquire a digital pattern every time the state of a data line changes
What You Need to Get Started
To begin using your 653X device, you need the following:
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One or more of the following devices:
– AT-DIO-32HS
– DAQCard-6533 for PCMCIA
– PCI-6534
– PCI-DIO-32HS
– PXI-6533
– PXI-6534
– PCI or PXI-7030/6533 (RT Series DAQ device)
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653X User Manual
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NI-DAQ (for PC compatibles or Mac OS)
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Software environments supported by NI-DAQ (optional):
– LabVIEW (for Windows or Mac OS)
– LabVIEW Real-Time (LabVIEW RT)
– Measurement Studio (for Windows only)
– Virtual Bench
– Other supported compilers
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The appropriate signal connector
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The appropriate shielded or ribbon cable. Refer to Appendix C,
Connecting Signals with Accessories , for specific information about
cables that are compatible with your device.
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Your computer or PXI/CompactPCI chassis and controller