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NI 6356 User Manual

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DAQ X Series
X Series User Manual
NI 632x/634x/635x/636x/637x/638x/639x Devices
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May 2019
370784K-01

Table of Contents

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NI 6356 Specifications

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Product NameNI 6356
CategoryData Loggers
Analog Input Channels16
Analog Output Channels2
Digital I/O Channels24
Counter/Timers4
Max Sample Rate1 MS/s
Input Range+/- 10 V
Communication InterfaceUSB
Operating System CompatibilityWindows
Resolution16 bits
Analog input typeDifferential

Summary

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Safety Guidelines

Essential safety precautions for operating NI 63xx X Series devices and modules.

Device Self-Calibration

Recommends self-calibration after installation and for temperature changes.

Chapter 2 DAQ System Overview

DAQ Hardware Overview

Describes the DAQ hardware, common components, and the DAQ-STC3 engine.

Programming Devices in Software

Explains using NI-DAQmx driver software for programming measurement devices.

Chapter 3 Connector and LED Information

I/O Connector Signal Descriptions

Describes signals found on the I/O connectors, detailing their purpose and availability.

USB Device LED Patterns

Explains the behavior of READY and ACTIVE LEDs on USB X Series devices.

Chapter 4 Analog Input

Analog Input Circuitry and Range

Describes analog input circuitry, blocks, terminal configuration, and input range.

Analog Input Ground-Reference Settings

Explains differential, referenced single-ended, and non-referenced single-ended settings.

Analog Input Data Acquisition Methods

Describes software-timed and hardware-timed acquisition methods.

Analog Input Triggering

Details start, reference, and pause trigger actions for analog input.

Connecting Analog Input Signals

Summarizes recommended input configurations for floating and ground-referenced signal sources.

Chapter 5 Analog Output

Analog Output Triggering

Details start and pause trigger actions for analog output.

Chapter 6 Digital I/O

Watchdog Timer

Feature to set critical outputs to safe states during failures.

Chapter 7 Counters

Counter Triggering

Details Arm Start Trigger, Start Trigger, and Pause Trigger actions for counters.

Chapter 9 Digital Routing and Clock Generation

Chapter 10 Bus Interface

Data Transfer Methods

Explains DMA and Programmed I/O for PCI Express/PXI Express, and USB Signal Stream and Programmed I/O for USB.

Chapter 11 Triggering

Triggering Overview

Defines triggers, their actions, and supported types (digital, analog).

Triggering with a Digital Source

Generating triggers on digital signals, specifying source and edge.

Triggering with an Analog Source

Generating triggers on analog signals, specifying source and type.

Analog Trigger Types

Configuring analog trigger modes: Edge, Hysteresis, and Window.

Appendix B Where to Go from Here

Technical Support on the Web

Resources for additional support, including product manuals and forums.

Appendix C Troubleshooting

Analog Input Issues

Addresses common analog input problems like crosstalk, ghost voltages, and drift.

Appendix D NI Services

Technical Support Resources

Self-help resources and direct access to NI Applications Engineers via ni.com/support.

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