National Instruments cRIO-9045

Contents
Configuring the cRIO-904x...................................................................................................... 3
Connecting the cRIO-904x to the Host Computer Using USB........................................ 3
Connecting the cRIO-904x to the Host Computer or Network Using Ethernet............... 4
Configuring Startup Options.............................................................................................4
cRIO-904x Features.................................................................................................................. 6
Ports and Connectors........................................................................................................ 6
Buttons............................................................................................................................ 12
LEDs............................................................................................................................... 14
Chassis Grounding Screw............................................................................................... 18
Internal Real-Time Clock................................................................................................18
Digital Routing................................................................................................................19
Clock Routing................................................................................................................. 19
Synchronization Across a Network.................................................................................20
CMOS Battery.................................................................................................................22
Installing the Module Immobilization Accessory...................................................................22
Module Immobilization Accessory Dimensions.............................................................24
Mounting the Controller..........................................................................................................25
Alternate Mounting Configurations................................................................................ 27
Mounting Requirements for the cRIO-904x................................................................... 27
Dimensions......................................................................................................................28
Mounting on a Flat Surface.............................................................................................29
Mounting on a Panel ...................................................................................................... 32
Mounting on a DIN Rail ................................................................................................ 34
Mounting on a Rack........................................................................................................37
Mounting on a Desktop ..................................................................................................37
BIOS Configuration................................................................................................................ 40
Resetting the System CMOS and BIOS Settings............................................................40
Power-On Self Test Warning Messages.......................................................................... 40
BIOS Setup Utility.......................................................................................................... 41
Main Setup Menu............................................................................................................42
Advanced Setup Menu.................................................................................................... 42
Boot Setup Menu............................................................................................................ 44
Save & Exit Menu...........................................................................................................45
Choosing Your Programming Mode....................................................................................... 46
Analog Input with NI-DAQmx....................................................................................... 47
Analog Output with NI-DAQmx.................................................................................... 54
Digital Input/Output with NI-DAQmx........................................................................... 59
PFI with NI-DAQmx...................................................................................................... 71
Counters with NI-DAQmx..............................................................................................73
Counter Input Applications.............................................................................................77
Counter Output Applications.......................................................................................... 97
Counter Timing Signals................................................................................................ 105
Worldwide Support and Services.......................................................................................... 110
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