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National Instruments NI USB-621x - User Manual

National Instruments NI USB-621x
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DAQ M Series
NI USB-621x User Manual
Bus-Powered M Series USB Devices
NI USB-621x User Manual
August 2006
371931A-01

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National Instruments NI USB-621x Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelNI USB-621x
CategoryComputer Hardware
InterfaceUSB
Analog Input Resolution16 bits
Analog Input Sample Rate250 kS/s (aggregate)
Analog Output Channels2
Analog Output Resolution16 bits
Digital I/O Channels8
Counter/Timers2
Operating System CompatibilityWindows, Linux
Power SupplyUSB powered
Device TypeData Acquisition Device
Analog Input Channels16 single-ended or 8 differential
Analog Input Range±10 V
Operating Temperature0 °C to 50 °C

Summary

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Installing NI-DAQmx

Details on installing the NI-DAQmx software, including step-by-step instructions for setup and configuration.

Installing the Hardware

Non-software-specific information for installing USB DAQ devices.

Chapter 2 DAQ System Overview

Programming Devices in Software

How to program DAQ devices using NI-DAQ driver software, functions, and VIs.

Chapter 3 Connector Information

IO Connector Signal Descriptions

Details the signals found on the I/O connectors, including AI, AO, and PFI signals.

Chapter 4 Analog Input

Analog Input Ground-Reference Settings

Describes supported ground-reference settings (DIFF, RSE, NRSE) for analog input.

Multichannel Scanning Considerations

Issues to consider for accurate multichannel scanning, such as settling time and channel order.

Analog Input Data Acquisition Methods

Explains software-timed vs. hardware-timed acquisitions and buffered vs. non-buffered modes.

Analog Input Digital Triggering

Details the support for start, reference, and pause triggers for analog input.

Analog Input Timing Signals

Summarizes the various timing signals used for analog input operations.

Getting Started with AI Applications in Software

Guidance on using M Series devices for analog input applications in software.

Chapter 5 Connecting AI Signals on the USB-62106211 Devices

Connecting Floating Signal Sources

How to connect floating signal sources, including when to use differential or single-ended configurations.

Connecting Ground-Referenced Signal Sources

How to connect ground-referenced signal sources and common connection configurations.

Using Differential Connections for Floating Signal Sources

Diagrams and explanations for differential connections with floating signal sources.

Chapter 6 Connecting AI Signals on the USB-62156218 Devices

Chapter 7 Analog Output

Analog Output Data Generation Methods

Explains software-timed vs. hardware-timed generations for analog output.

Analog Output Digital Triggering

Details the support for start and pause triggers for analog output operations.

Chapter 8 Digital IO

Chapter 9 Counters

Frequency Measurement

Explains various methods for measuring frequency using the device's counters.

Counter Output Applications

Details applications for counter outputs, including pulse and train generation.

Counter Triggering

Describes arm start, start, and pause triggers for counter operations.

Chapter 10 PFI

Chapter 11 Isolation and Digital Isolators

Chapter 14 Triggering

Triggering with a Digital Source

How to generate triggers using digital signals, specifying source and edge.

Appendix B Troubleshooting

Appendix C Technical Support and Professional Services

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