National Instruments CompactRIO sbRIO-9603 User Manual

HARDWARE INSTALLATION MANUAL
CompactRIO Single-Board
Controller with NI-DAQmx
Use this document to do the following:
• Design mounting and installation solutions for the CompactRIO Single-Board Controller
with DAQmx
• Ground the single-board controller
• Connect the single-board controller to power and to a host computer
• Manage and design thermal solutions for the single-board controller
Note For information about designing systems and fixtures using the single-board
controller, programming and configuring the single-board controller, and designing a
RIO mezzanine card connector, refer to the CompactRIO Single-Board Controller
with DAQmx System Development Manual on ni.com/manuals.
Table 1. CompactRIO Single Board Controller with NI-DAQmx Models
Digital I/O Models Multifunction I/O Models
sbRIO-9603 sbRIO-9628
sbRIO-9608 sbRIO-9629
sbRIO-9609 sbRIO-9638
Contents
CompactRIO Single-Board Controller Concepts......................................................................2
Block Diagrams.........................................................................................................................4

National Instruments CompactRIO sbRIO-9603 Specifications

General

Connectivity	Ethernet, USB
Operating Temperature	-20 °C to 55 °C
Analog Inputs	Through C Series I/O Modules
Analog Outputs	Through C Series I/O Modules
Counter/Timers	Through C Series I/O Modules
Operating System	Linux Real-Time OS

Summary

Controller Concepts and Features

sbRIO-96xx Features and Concepts

Details general features and concepts of the sbRIO-96xx controller.

Ports and Connectors Overview

Identifies and describes the various physical ports and connectors on the sbRIO-96xx.

LED Status Indicators

Explains the function and meaning of the LEDs on the sbRIO-96xx.

Real-Time Clock (RTC) Functionality

Describes the internal Real-Time Clock (RTC) and its battery.

System Architecture and Diagrams

sbRIO Block Diagrams

Provides visual block diagrams for sbRIO-96xx models.

RMC Connector Details and Pinout

Details RMC connector pinout, dimensions, and compatibility for sbRIO models.

Physical Installation and Mounting

sbRIO-960x Mounting and Dimensions

Guides for mounting and provides dimensional data for sbRIO-960x models.

sbRIO-962x/sbRIO-963x Mounting and Dimensions

Guides for mounting and provides dimensional data for sbRIO-962x/sbRIO-963x models.

Grounding and Power Connection

Instructions for grounding the controller and connecting external power.

Ferrite Installation and Power Requirements

Details on installing a ferrite and calculating power requirements.

Network and Software Setup

Installing Host Computer Software

Steps to install necessary software and drivers on the host computer.

Host Connection and Network Configuration

Connects the sbRIO to the host, covers network setup via DHCP and static IP.

CAN Network Connectivity

Information on connecting to CAN networks, topology, and termination.

System Operation and Troubleshooting

Environmental and Thermal Management

Covers managing thermal conditions, enclosure design, and system validation.

Shock and Vibration Considerations

Discusses how mounting and assembly affect resistance to shock and vibration.

Controller Troubleshooting Guide

Provides steps to troubleshoot common issues, especially network communication.