NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide
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1. Installing a PCI DMM To install a PCI DMM refer to Figure 2 and complete the following steps r f C ZA 1 PCI DMM 2 PCI Slot 3 Desktop Computer Figure 2 PCI Installation Power off and unplug the PC Remove the PC cover Insert the PCI DMM into an open PCI slot Secure the PCI DMM with the screw provided Fe Oe UN Caution It is important to completely screw the DMM into the PCI slot for both mechanical stability and to create a solid ground connection which will reduce electrical noise Improperly secured DMMs may affect the accuracy of the specifications 5 Replace the PC cover 6 Plug in and power on the computer NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 8 ni com Installing a PCMCIA DMM To install the PCMCIA DMM insert the PCMCIA DMM into an available PCMCIA slot as shown in Figure 3 1 Laptop 2 PCMCIA Slot 3 NI 4050 Figure 3 PCMCIA Installation 6 Configuring and Testing in MAX To configure and test the DMM in MAX complete the following steps 1 Launch MAX Start Programs National Instruments Measurement amp Automation MAX automatically detects the DMM you installed 2 Expand Devices and Interfaces If you are using a DMM with the LabVIEW Real Time Module expand Remote Systems Find the target device IP address or name expand it and then expand Devices and Interfaces Sy Note Only NI DAQm x devices are2. 3 Note Ifthe DMM does not pass the test repeat the steps in the 5 Installing the Hardware section If the DMM still does not pass the test visit NI Technical Support at ni com support Step 7 only applies to the DMMs that appear in the NI DAQmx folder in Devices and Interfaces 7 Select Self Calibrate to perform self calibration The DMM must warm up for at least 60 minutes before self calibrating Steps 8 and 9 apply to the NI 4050 4060 only 8 To run the functional test panels and to use the DMM right click the NI 4050 4060 and click Test Panels Refer to the 7 Connecting Signals section to connect a signal to the DMM 3 Note The Run Test Panels option currently is not available for the NI 407x Launch the DMM Soft Front Panel SFP to run functional tests of the NI 407x You can launch the DMM SFP from Start Programs National Instruments NI DMM NI DMM Soft Front Panel 9 Click Close to close the test panels for the NI 4050 4060 7 Connecting Signals The following sections explain how to connect signals to the DMM front panel connectors for common measurements For more information about these common measurements refer to the NI Digital Multimeters Help at Start Programs National Instruments NI DMM gt Documentation NI Digital Multimeters Help National Instruments Corporation 11 MI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide Caution Always refer to the specifications document included with UN t
3. 4072 1 Remove all front panel connections from the NI PXI 4070 NI PXI 4071 or NI PXI 4072 2 Power off the chassis and remove the NI PXI 4070 NI PXI 4071 or NI PXI 4072 NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 26 ni com 3 Locate the fuse hole shown in Figure 19 1 Screwdriver 2 Fuse Hole Figure 19 Removing the Fuse from the NI PXI 4070 NI PXI 4071 or NI PXI 4072 4 Insert a screwdriver into the hole Caution Do not cover the fuse slot on the opposite side of the NI PXI 4070 NI PXI 4071 or NI PXI 4072 with your hand as doing so may cause injury 5 Gently press the fuse with the screwdriver until one of the fuse clamps releases National Instruments Corporation 27 MI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 6 Locate the fuse slot shown in Figure 20 N ei N Si N 1 Fuse 2 Fuse Slot Figure 20 Removing the Fuse from the NI PXI 4070 NI PXI 4071 or NI PXI 4072 7 Pry the fuse loose from the slot 8 Visually verify that the fuse is blown 9 Insert a new fuse into the fuse slot as shown in Figure 21 1 Fuse 2 Fuse Slot Figure 21 Replacing the Blown Fuse in the NI PXI 4070 NI PXI 4071 or NI PXI 4072 10 Gently press the fuse with the screwdriver until both fuse clamps snap the fuse into place NI Digital Multimeters
4. DMM examples to demonstrate the functionality of the DMMs DMM Soft Front Panel The DMM SFP is a software representation of a traditional benchtop DMM Use the DMM SFP to test the basic functionality of the DMM and to become familiar with its operation You can launch the DMM SFP from Start Programs National Instruments NI DMM NI DMM Soft Front Panel NI DMM Instrument Driver NI DMM features a set of operations and attributes that exercise all the functionality of the DMM including configuration control and other module specific functions NI DMM controls all NI digital multimeters Refer to the Programming section of the NI Digital Multimeters Help at Start Programs National Instruments NI DMM Documentation NI Digital Multimeters Help for information on using NI DMM in your applications NI DMM Examples The NI DMM examples are instructional tools that demonstrate some of the functionality of the DMMs that you can use or integrate into your systems NI DMM includes examples covering single point measurements multipoint measurements triggering waveform acquisitions NI 407x only and performance NI 407x only The following table shows the location of the NI DMM examples for all supported ADEs ADE Location LabVIEW lt LabVIEW gt examples instr niDMM CVI lt CVI gt samples niDMM C C 4 2 lt Measurement Studio gt VC Examples niDMM VB 2 lt Measurement Studio gt VB Samples niDMM
5. Getting Started Guide 28 ni com NI PCI 4070 Remove all front panel connections from the NI PCI 4070 Power down the chassis and remove the device Hold the NI PCI 4070 at the angle shown in Figure 22 and locate the fuse holder Nee Figure 22 Locating the Fuse on the NI PCI 4070 Insert a screwdriver into the slot on the fuse holder Turn counterclockwise Visually verify that the fuse is blown 4 5 6 Pull out the fuse holder and remove the 5 X 20 mm fuse 7 8 Insert a new fuse into the holder and slide the holder back into place 9 Turn the fuse holder clockwise until it snaps shut National Instruments Corporation 29 MI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide Appendix D Where to Go for Support The National Instruments Web site is your complete resource for technical support At ni com support you have access to everything from troubleshooting and application development self help resources to email and phone assistance from NI Application Engineers A Declaration of Conformity DoC is our claim of compliance with the Council of the European Communities using the manufacturer s declaration of conformity This system affords the user protection for electronic compatibility EMC and product safety You can obtain the DoC for your product by visiting ni com certification If your product supports calibration you can obtain the calibration certificate for your product at ni com calibrati
6. Guide Tip To measure current beyond the specifications of the 0 NI 4060 and NI 407x a 10 A current shunt module the NI CSM 10A is available from NI Refer to the NI CSM 10A 200mA Installation Guide at ni com manuals Refer to ni com instruments for purchasing information 2 Wire Resistance mmmH m 250 V LMAX ol Figure 8 NI 4050 Signal Connections for 2 Wire Resistance Measurements O 7 NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS Q NATIONAL gt gt INSTRUMENTS 2 NI 407x 1 NI 4060 Figure 9 NI 4060 and NI 407x Signal Connections for 2 Wire Resistance Measurements NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 14 ni com 4 Wire Resistance NI 4060 and NI 4070 only 4 wire resistance measurements use both pairs of terminals This type of configuration allows you to measure low resistances accurately by eliminating the effects of lead resistance 3 Note The NI 4050 does not support 4 wire resistance measurements Go Co O O Q NATIONAL QI NATIONAL p gt INSTRUMENTS p gt INSTRUMENTS 0 60 0 OE 1 NI 4060 2 NI 407x Figure 10 NI 4060 and NI 407x Signal Connections for 4 Wire Resistance Measurements National Instruments Corporation 15 NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide Capacitance and Inductance NI4072 only Qo Oo 7 NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS INSTRU
7. Started Guide 20 ni com The four banana plug connectors are high voltage safety signal connectors The 9 pin connector labeled AUX J O is a digital signal connector which carries TTL level triggering signals for use with external scanning equipment Refer to the NI Digital Multimeters Help located at Start Programs National Instruments NI DMM gt Documentation NI Digital Multimeters Help for information about scanning PCMCIA Caution To measure current with the NI PCMCIA 4050 you must use a current shunt module Refer to the DC and AC Current section for more information An accessory cable connects the NI PCMCIA 4050 to a pair of test probes equipped with shrouded banana plugs Both the accessory cable and the test probes ship with the NI PCMCIA 4050 The accessory cable connector is polarized and cannot be plugged in incorrectly Refer to Figure 15 to connect the accessory cable to the NI PCMCIA 4050 1 Laptop Computer 3 Test Probes 5 NI PCMCIA 4050 2 PCMCIA Slot 4 Accessory Cable Figure 15 Connecting Cables and Probes to the NI PCMCIA 4050 National Instruments Corporation 21 NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide Appendix B Chassis Recommendations This appendix specifies the recommended chassis components and conditions for a system that includes National Instruments DMMs PXI Chassis Recommendations The NI PXI 4060 NI PXI 4070 NI PXI 4071 and NI PXI 4072 are designed to operate
8. X 20 mm glass fuse SDN We Visually verify that the fuse is blown NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 24 ni com 8 Insert a new fuse into the holder and slide the holder back into place 9 Turn the fuse holder clockwise until it snaps shut NI PCI 4060 1 Remove all front panel connections from the NI PCI 4060 2 Power off the computer and remove the device 3 Remove the four screws that secure the top and bottom insulators onto the device as shown in Figure 17 A Ql e o Ee L LOJ Ved 1 2 1 1 Screws Securing Insulators 2 Insulators Figure 17 Removing the Insulators from the NI PCI 4060 4 Remove the top and bottom insulators National Instruments Corporation 25 MI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 5 Locate the 5 X 20 mm glass fuse shown in Figure 18 1 Glass Fuse Figure 18 Removing the Fuse from the NI PCI 4060 6 Visually verify that the fuse is blown and remove it 7 Press the new fuse into the silver holding fixture until you hear a snap Caution Do not operate the NI PCI 4060 without both insulators replaced and secured 8 Reattach the top and bottom insulators in the opposite order that you removed them NI 407x To replace the fuse complete the following steps NI PXI 4070 NI PXI 4071 and NI PXI
9. com 3 Verifying the Kit Contents To set up and use the DMM you need the following items which are contained in the shipping kit U NI 4050 NI 4060 or NI 407x Q Test probes Q NI DMM instrument driver DVD sized case which contains the following items NI DMM driver software CDs which include the NI Digital Multimeters Help and the NI DMM Readme File 3 Note The NI PCI 4070 requires NI DMM 2 2 or later the NI 4072 requires NI DMM 2 3 or later and the NI 4071 requires NI DMM 2 4 or later NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide NI DMM Instrument Driver Quick Reference Guide CJ Other included documents Specifications document included with the DMM Read Me First Safety and Radio Frequency Interference Other Required Items In addition to the items contained in the kit you also need the following items L 1 8 in flathead screwdriver C One of the following configurations For PCI devices A desktop computer with its documentation For PXI devices A PXI PXI CompactPCI or PXI SCXI combination chassis chassis documentation and a controller 3 Note If you are using the MXI interface to control a PXI chassis the MXI Optimization Application must be run prior to using a National Instruments DMM By default this application runs automatically when Windows starts If you have an initialization or performance issue with the DMM or if you are not certain that the application ra
10. in any PXI compliant chassis Temperature on these DMMs can vary with slot position in the chassis Complete the following recommendations to minimize this temperature variation and to ensure normal operating conditions for these DMMs e Perform routine maintenance of the chassis cooling fan filters including cleaning Such maintenance ensures continuous cooling effectiveness keeps dust off of the components of the PXI DMMs and ensures accurate high resistance measurements NI recommends cleaning the chassis fan filters at a maximum interval of six months and keeping the chassis environment clean to minimize the amount of dust that enters the chassis For more information about cleaning the chassis fan filters refer to the NI PXI 1042 User Manual at ni com manuals e Install PXI filler panels in all empty slots e Verify that the PXI chassis fans that provide forced air remain unobstructed and can allow for proper cooling of the PXI chassis devices and controller PCI Chassis Recommendations The NI PCI 4060 and NI PCI 4070 are designed to operate in any ATX compliant industrial or personal computer Complete the following recommendations to ensure normal operating conditions for these DMMs Caution For optimal electromagnetic compatibility EMC performance and input protection you must install the front panel screw e Verify that the PCI front panel brackets on the NI PCI 4060 and NI PCI 4070 have a firm direct metal to metal mo
11. the metal bracket or edges Refer to the Read Me First Safety and Radio Frequency Interference document for more information 3 Notes Install the NI DMM software before installing the hardware Refer to Appendix B Chassis Recommendations for more information about installing the DMM in a PC or PXI chassis NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 6 ni com Installing a PXI DMM To install a PXI DMM refer to Figure 1 and complete the following steps 1 PXI Chassis 2 Ejector Handle 3 Captive Screw 4 PXIDMM Figure 1 PXI Installation 1 Power off and unplug the PXI chassis 2 Slide the PXI DMM into an available slot until the ejector handle locks in the up position and tighten the captive screw s 3 Plug in and power on the PXI chassis Uninstalling a PXI DMM Caution During operation the metal surfaces of PXI DMMs may become hot Be careful when removing the DMM from the chassis or when moving it to a different peripheral slot When removing the DMM hold it by the ejector handle and front panel only When removing a PXI DMM from the chassis ensure that you are grounded with a grounding strap or are touching a grounded metal surface To avoid ESD do not touch the exposed connector pins or any exposed circuitry on the device When not in use store the PXI DMM in the original antistatic envelope to avoid damage National Instruments Corporation 7 NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide
12. 1 Not all examples are available for Visual C C and Visual Basic 2 Any C and VB examples installed by a previous version of NI DMM are copied to VXIpnp WinNT NIDMM Examplesxx where xx is the previous version number of NI DMM Delete this directory if you do not need the old examples National Instruments Corporation 19 MI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide Tip For best accuracy NI 407x users should run the Self Cal Q example after the DMM has been installed and has warmed up Refer to the Examples section of the NI Digital Multimeters Help at Start Programs National Instruments NI DMM Documentation NI Digital Multimeters Help for a complete example list Refer to ni com zone for examples that use National Instruments DMMs with National Instruments switch modules Appendix A Front Panels PXI PCI The PXI and PCI front panels contain five connectors four shrouded banana plug connectors and one 9 pin connector Refer to Figure 14 for the front panels for the NI 4060 and the NI 407x NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS 1 NI PCI 4060 3 NI PCI 4070 5 Banana Plug Connectors 2 NI PXI 4060 4 NI PXI 4070 4071 4072 6 9 Pin Connectors Figure 14 Front Panel Connectors on the PXI and PCI DMMs NI Digital Multimeters Getting
13. 4 x 768 Application Development Environments LabVIEW 7 0 or later LabVIEW 7 1 or later is required to use the NI DMM Express VI e LabVIEW Real Time Module 7 1 LabWindows CVI 6 0 or later e Microsoft Visual C MSVC 6 0 or later e Microsoft Visual Basic 6 0 ay Note Waveform acquisition performance at full rate 1 8 MS s on the NI 407x depends highly on system specific factors such as CPU speed memory architecture and system chipset characteristics Simultaneous acquisitions on multiple NI 407x devices or acquisitions of longer durations may require a faster processor or more memory Other applications running at the same time may also affect performance 2 Unpacking The DMM ships in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic discharge ESD ESD can damage several components on the DMM A Caution Never touch the exposed pins of connectors To avoid damage while handling the DMM take the following precautions e Ground yourself using a grounding strap or by touching a grounded object e Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis before removing the DMM from the package Remove the DMM from the package and inspect it for loose components or any sign of damage Notify NI if the DMM appears damaged in any way Do not install a damaged DMM into the computer or chassis Store the DMM in the antistatic envelope when not in use NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 4 ni
14. GETTING STARTED GUIDE NI Digital Multimeters This document explains how to install configure test and set up the NI PCMCIA 4050 NI PXI PCI 4060 NI PXI PCI 4070 NI PXI 4071 and NI PXI 4072 National Instruments digital multimeters DMMs for common measurements For more information on these DMMs such as features and programming information refer to the NI Digital Multimeters Help which is located at Start Programs National Instruments NI DMM Documentation NI Digital Multimeters Help For the most current versions of specifications and other documentation visit ni com manuals For the latest version of NI DMM driver software visit ni com idnet Contents CONVENUONS ccsseistsstiosscinssesssisodvasactuesene 1 Verifying the System Requirements Minimum System Requirements Recommended System cece Application Development Environment cscesceeeeeceeeeeeeeeenees 4 2 Unpacking oe e e eare EEA EEE EA AEAEE E AEN 4 3 Verifying the Kit Contents nsnsi iea eika Aochess 5 Other Required tems lt sacsscsscsscsdceasds cescdhagsiesssseesasedveaveds eskecsectielsicesee 5 4 Installing the Software 0 sesssssseccssseeeesssscesccecenseccesesacsnessserssenss 6 5 Installing the Hard wate iscsccisscicesscssesccucssassveswesseascectsasassseseassbesdeuseduesoss 6 Tnnstallitig a PXTDMM oiccen oran 7 Tnstalling a PCIDMM sissrisiscssinitisereseis sieniin tsssessavsiseiesrereiroseiisi 8 Install
15. MENTS 1 Capacitance Connections 2 Inductance Connections Figure 11 NI 4072 Signal Connections for Capacitance and Inductance Measurements NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 16 ni com Voltage Drop Across a Diode The DMM can excite a device under test and read the resulting voltage drop which is useful for testing diodes HI 250 V L MAX l i S O NATIONAL N NSTRUMENTS WT NATIONAL p gt INSTRUMENTS 2 NI 407x 1 NI 4060 Figure 13 NI 4060 and NI 407x Signal Connections for Diode Measurements National Instruments Corporation MI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide Using Cables and Probes The DMM shipping kit contains a pair of test probes with safety banana plugs These probes meet international safety requirements including UL 3111 and IEC 1010 1 for the full range of applications supported by the DMM Caution Before using any probes or accessories not supplied by NI ensure that they meet applicable safety requirements for the signal levels you may encounter Connect the test probes to the banana plug connectors on the DMM front panel using safety banana plugs The shrouds around the banana plugs prevent you from contacting potentially hazardous voltages connected to the test probes You can also connect the cable to standard unshroud
16. XI 4070 Devi where Devi is the device name that MAX assigned to the DMM When developing your application the resource name for the DMM is this device name Traditional NI DAQ Select the DMM to see its properties in the configuration view The device number appears in the Values column When developing your application the resource name for the DMM is DAQ n where n is the device number MAX assigned to the DMM Note To avoid modifying existing applications that use a Traditional NI DAQ device number change the assigned NI DAQmx device name To change an NI DAQmx device name right click the DMM select Rename and enter the Traditional NI DAQ device number used in your application For more NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 10 ni com information about device naming conventions refer to the niDMM Initialize or niDMM_init topic in the NI Digital Multimeters Help which is located at Start Programs National Instruments NI DMM Documentation NI Digital Multimeters Help 6 Perform a self test on the DMM to verify installation NI DAQmx Right click the DMM and select Self Test If you need help during the self test open the Measurement amp Automation Explorer Help for NI DAQmx by selecting Help Help Topics NI DAQmx MAX Help for NI DAQmx Traditional NI DAQ Right click the DMM select Properties and click Test Resources A dialog box appears and indicates whether the DMM passed the test
17. ecseceeceeceeceeeeeeeaees 22 Appendix C Fuse Replacement 0 cc ceceescessceseseeseeeeeeeeeetseeeeseeeeseeaes 23 NU AQG0 es pais aliases elastase eee tra R sets cotta eles 24 NAO Doe ci noA Aten edie RG 26 Appendix D Where to Go for Support eececceeeeeeerseeeeeteeseneeeeeeeaes 30 Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual 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 The symbol indicates that the following text applies only to a specific product This icon denotes a tip which alerts you to advisory information 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 Read Me First Safety and Radio Frequency Interference document included with the device for precautions to take gt ger 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 NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 2 ni com DMM italic monospace monospace italic NI 4050 NI 4060 NI 4070 NI 4071 NI 4072 NI 407x Dig
18. ed banana plug probes or accessories Use unshrouded probes or accessories only when the voltages are less than 30 V ms and 42 V px or 60 VDC Cautions NI 4050 users To prevent possible safety hazards the maximum voltage between either of the inputs and the ground of the computer should never exceed 250 VDC or 250 Vms NI 4060 users To prevent possible safety hazards the maximum voltage between either of the inputs and the ground of the computer should never exceed 300 VDC or 300 Vms The maximum current that the NI 4060 can measure between the current inputs is 200 mA DC or 200 mAgys NI 4071 users To prevent possible safety hazards the maximum voltage between either of the inputs and the ground of the computer is 500 VDC or 500 V ms sine wave except between the HI terminal and ground where the maximum voltage is 1000 VDC or 700 Vims sine wave The maximum current that the NI 407x can measure between the current inputs is 3 A DC or 3 Ams NI 4070 4072 users To prevent possible safety hazards the maximum voltage between either of the inputs and the ground of the computer should never exceed 300 VDC or 300 Vms The maximum current that the NI 407x can measure between the current inputs is 1 A DC or 1 Ajng NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 18 ni com 8 Programming the DMM You can acquire data with the DMM by using the DMM SFP or the NI DMM instrument driver in your application and you can run the NI
19. g location s e Add additional fans such as PCI fan cards and chassis fans to increase the air circulation inside the computer Appendix C Fuse Replacement This appendix explains how to replace the fuse in the NI 4060 and NI 407x A Caution For protection against fire replace the fuse only with fuses of the same type and rating Refer to Table 1 for fuse types 3 Notes The NI 4050 does not have a user replacable fuse To replace the fuse in the NI CSM 10A or NI CSM 200mA current shunt module refer to the NJ CSM 10A 200mA Installation Guide at ni com manuals Table 1 Appropriate Fuses for the NI 4060 and NI 407x DMM Fuse Rating Fuse Type Manufacturer NI 4060 500 mA 250 V Fast acting Schurter 500 mA 250 V Fast acting Littelfuse NI 4070 4072 1 25 A 250 V Fast acting Littelfuse NI 4071 3 15 A 250 V Fast acting Littelfuse National Instruments Corporation 23 MI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide NI 4060 To replace the fuse complete the following steps NIPXI 4060 1 Remove all front panel connections from the NI PXI 4060 2 Power down the chassis and remove the device 3 Hold the device at the angle shown in Figure 16 and locate the fuse holder 1 Fuse Holder Figure 16 Removing the Fuse from the NI PX 4060 Insert a screwdriver into the slot on the fuse holder Turn counterclockwise Pull out the holder and remove the 5
20. he DMM before connecting signals Failure to observe the specified maximum signal ratings can cause shock a fire hazard or damage to the devices connected to the DMM NI is not liable for any damage or injuries resulting from incorrect signal connections DC and AC Voltage A HI s 00 o Figure 4 NI 4050 Signal Connections for Voltage Measurements Go GC y NATIONAL NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS INSTRUMENTS x 1 NI 4060 2 NI 407x Figure 5 NI 4060 and NI 407x Signal Connections for Voltage Measurements NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 12 ni com DC and AC Current Ponce INSTRUMENTS CSM 200mA 200mA SHUNT 12 aa lt 250 V MAX Lol HI 250 V MAX FUSED LO Figure 6 NI 4050 Signal Connections for Current Measurements ay Note To measure current the NI 4050 requires the NI CSM 200mA or NI CSM 10A current shunt module shown in Figure 6 which is available from NI Refer to the NI CSM 10A 200mA Installation Guide at ni com manuals Refer to ni com instruments for purchasing information Winstons Wl NATIONAL p gt INSTRUMENTS 1 NI 4060 2 NI 407x Figure 7 NI 4060 and NI 407x Signal Connections for Current Measurements National Instruments Corporation 13 MI Digital Multimeters Getting Started
21. ing a PCMCIA DMM sssseeesseeesrseresesesesesesrreresesereerrersrsrseses 9 6 Configuring and Testing in MAX sssseseeesessseierersrsisrsrrrrrsrsreerrerrersesree 9 T Connecting SIAS ssid o5 0dss esdsees sel Heeiecse s sar saiodactecnsesanss 11 Cran AC VOM ASC rere i E E aS 12 DCand AC Corre nt sisi scsssssscccssacsasses anan EiS 13 2 Wire RESISTANCE sabrina a E A Ea 14 4 Wit ResistaCEeisisrr ison ATE E E EAR 15 Capacitance and nductance sseeesseseeeeeeseeersesesetsisresrsinrirrsssisresrse 16 December 2004 Wy NATIONAL sac p INSTRUMENTS Voltage Drop Across a Diode ecceccecseseeseeseeseeteeeesecseeeeceeeeneeaeeaees 17 Using Cables and Probes s ticctesssecascasseestaseaceacdssatesesseaassasvesssersvservenaes 18 8 Programming the DMM sisoncnicni agana aaa 19 DMM Soft Front Panel scconocuiossanoriiianinnnininan pa 19 NI DMM Instrument Driver ss ssssesssssseeessrsnsrssrrsrisssresrnrnresesenenees 19 NIFDMM Examples assinam aaae EN N 19 Appendix A Pront Panels ois iscsstivessts esses e a a 20 PRU POD i siesnsstdscgasscasdiscveksocosisbecsnatbusbictes davesiseadaasiia EEE EEE 20 POMGIA ceire ii coasssteseites sites Ee ateanse setae casts E CES ESELI ESE Beste EAs 21 Appendix B Chassis Recommendations 0 ccccceeseeseeseseeeeeeeseeeeeeeeees 22 PXI Chassis Recommendations ccccesceseeseeseeseceeceeceeeeeeeeceaeeaeeaees 22 PCI Chassis Recommendations c ceccesceseeseesees
22. ital multimeter refers to the NI PCMCIA 4050 NI PXI 4060 NI PCI 4060 NI PXI 4070 NI PCI 4070 NI PXI 4071 or NI PXI 4072 Italic text denotes variables emphasis a cross reference hardware labels or an introduction to a key concept This font also denotes text that is a placeholder for a word or value that you must supply Text in this font denotes text or characters that you should enter from the keyboard and programming examples This font is also used for the proper names of disk drives paths directories programs and filenames Italic text in this font denotes placeholder text for a word or value that you must supply Refers to the NI PCMCIA 4050 Refers to the NI PXI PCI 4060 Refers to the NI PXI PCI 4070 Refers to the NI PXI 4071 Refers to the NI PXI 4072 Refers to the NI 4070 NI 4071 and NI 4072 1 Verifying the System Requirements This section specifies the minimum system requirements and recommended system for NI DMM 2 4 Minimum System Requirements e Processor Pentium 200 MHz or equivalent e RAM 64 MB e Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 5 or later e A screen resolution of 800 x 600 with 256 colors e Windows 2000 NT XP with all available critical updates and service packs National Instruments Corporation 3 NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide Recommended System e Processor Pentium II Celeron 600 MHz or equivalent e RAM 256 MB e A screen resolution of 102
23. listed under Remote Systems Devices and Interfaces National Instruments Corporation 9 NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 3 Verify that the DMM appears under Devices and Interfaces The DMMs appear in the NI DAQmx and Traditional NI DAQ folders in Devices and Interfaces as follows Device Folder Name s NI PCI 4070 NI 4071 NI 4072 NI DAQmx NI PXI 4070 NI DAQmx and Traditional NI DAQ NI 4050 NI 4060 Traditional NI DAQ 3 Notes Ifthe DMM is not listed press lt F5 gt to refresh If the DMM is still not listed repeat the steps in the 5 Installing the Hardware section If the DMM still does not appear visit NI Technical Support at ni com support For more information about using MAX refer to the available help files within MAX When the NI PXI 4070 which is supported by both NI DAQmx and Traditional NI DAQ is present with both versions of NI DAQ the NI PXI 4070 is listed with a different name under the NI DAQm x and Traditional NI DAQ folders in Devices and Interfaces Right click the DMM in the list and select Properties to launch the Configuring Device window 5 Record the device number or device name assigned to the DMM You need this number when programming the DMM NI DAQmx The assigned device name is appended to the DMM 3 in its configuration tree label For example after installing the NI PXI 4070 the device configuration tree label may appear as NI P
24. n select Start Programs National Instruments MXI MXI Optimization to run the application If you continue to have initialization or performance issues refer to the MXI documentation at Start Programs National Instruments MXI or visit NI Technical Support at ni com support National Instruments Corporation 5 NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 4 Installing the Software Complete the following steps to install the software before installing the DMM 1 Optional Install an application development environment ADE such as LabVIEW or LabWindows CVI if you are developing an application for the DMM Insert into the CD drive Disk 1 of 2 of the NI DMM CD set and follow the instructions in the installation window 3 Note Ifthe installation window does not appear navigate to the CD drive double click the drive and double click setup exe When the installer completes a dialog box appears that asks if you want to restart shut down or exit Select Restart If you are using a system running the LabVIEW Real Time Module download NI DMM to the target using Measurement amp Automation Explorer MAX Refer to the Measurement amp Automation Explorer Remote Systems Help by selecting Help Help Topics Remote Systems in MAX 5 Installing the Hardware Cautions You must power off the PC or PXI chassis before installing the DMM hardware To prevent damage due to ESD or contamination handle the DMM using
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27. unting connection for proper grounding Some computer manufacturers use a securing lever made of plastic such a lever is unacceptable for safety reasons and you must remove it Also you must screw down the PCI devices If the computer chassis does not allow you to meet these requirements you must use a different computer chassis e Install all covers for the industrial chassis or personal computer e Install PCI filler panels in all unused PCI slots NI Digital Multimeters Getting Started Guide 22 ni com Additional Recommendations for the NI PCI 4070 The cooling capability of most industrial and personal computers is less than the cooling capability of a PXI chassis The NI PCI 4060 dissipates low enough power that additional cooling is not needed in most computers The NI PCI 4070 dissipates higher power and NI strongly recommends that NI PCI 4070 users implement the following precautions to maximize the cooling capability of the computer e Install an additional 80 mm 32 cubic ft min CFM fan that forces air towards the NI PCI 4070 Most computer chassis contain one or two mounting locations for this type of fan These fans are inexpensive and readily available at most computer supply stores ays Note If the hard drive mounts vertically in front of the fan mounting location s in the computer chassis you must move the hard drive to a horizontal 3 5 in drive bay or to another suitable location that does not obstruct the fan mountin
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