Installing and configuring the device – National Instruments NI 6014 User Manual
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Appendix C
Common Questions
C-2
ni.com
How do I use the NI 6013/6014 with the C API in NI-DAQ?
The NI-DAQ User Manual for PC Compatibles contains example code and
describes the general programming flow when using the NI-DAQ C API.
For a list of functions that support the NI 6013/6014, refer to the NI-DAQ
Function Reference Help (NI-DAQ version 6.7 or later) or the NI-DAQ
Function Reference Manual for PC Compatibles (NI-DAQ version 6.6 or
earlier).
Refer to
ni.com/manuals
for the NI-DAQ User Manual for PC
Compatibles, and refer to
ni.com/downloads
to download the version of
NI-DAQ that your application requires.
Installing and Configuring the Device
How do I set the base address for the NI 6013/6014?
The base address of the NI 6013/6014 is assigned automatically through
the PCI bus protocol. This assignment is completely transparent to you.
What jumpers should I be aware of when configuring the
NI 6013/6014?
The NI 6013/6014 is jumperless and switchless.
Which NI document should I read first to get started using DAQ
software?
The DAQ Quick Start Guide and the NI-DAQ or ADE release notes
documentation are good places to start.
What version of NI-DAQ must I have to use the NI 6013/6014?
The NI 6013/6014 requires NI-DAQ version 6.9.3 or later.
What is the best way to test the NI 6013/6014 without programming
the device?
If you are using Windows, Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX)
has a Test Panel option that is available by selecting Devices and
Interfaces and then selecting the device. The Test Panels are excellent tools
for performing simple functional tests of the device, such as AI, DIO, and
counter/timer tests.