USB Remote Controller for VXI
NI VXI-USB
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VXIbus 3.0 features including A64
addressing and 2eVME protocol
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32 MB/s sustained throughput across
USB and VXI
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Word-serial accelerator
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USB 2.0-compatible, including
“hot plug-in” capability
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Direct trigger and interrupt control
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External VXI CLK10 synchronization
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Slot 0 capability, including Resource
Manager, slot identification, and bus
management responsibilities
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VXIplug&play compliance
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Support for register-based communication
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Direct access to VXI memory space
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Bidirectional VXI transfers
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High-performance DMA transfers using
the MITE ASIC
Operating Systems
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Windows Vista/XP/2000
Recommended Software
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LabVIEW
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LabWindows
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Measurement Studio
Driver Software (included)
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NI-VXI/NI-VISA
Overview
The NI VXI-USB interface kit links any desktop or notebook computer to the
VXIbus using the Universal Serial Bus (USB). With the single-slot, C-sized
controller, your external computer performs as if it were plugged directly into
the VXI backplane, giving it the capability of an embedded controller. Taking
advantage of USB 2.0 technology, the VXI-USB achieves superior throughput for
block transfers and word-serial (message-based) communication in comparison
to IEEE 1394-to-VXI and GPIB-to-VXI interfaces. You can use the VXI-USB kit in
any computer running Windows Vista/XP/2000. You gain flexibility, performance,
and value by using a desktop or notebook computer for controlling your VXI system.
Software
The VXI-USB comes with NI-VXI/NI-VISA software, making it completely
compliant with VXIplug&play Systems Alliance specifications. You can run the
latest VXIplug&play software, including executable soft front panels, with
which you can operate the instrument immediately, and standardized LabVIEW
and LabWindows/CVI instrument drivers to simplify your programming tasks.
NI-VXI/NI-VISA comes with a VXIbus interface library that works with several
popular programming environments and compilers, including LabVIEW,
Measurement Studio, Microsoft Visual C++, Borland C++, and Microsoft Visual
Basic. Application software developed using the VXI-USB and NI-VXI/NI-VISA
software is compatible with many other VXI controller platforms, including
embedded controllers and computers equipped with IEEE 1394-to-VXI,
GPIB-to-VXI, and MXI-2 interfaces. NI-VXI/NI-VISA I/O software compatibility
across platforms protects your software investment in the future. You can easily
port VXI software to other platforms as your controller requirements change or
expand in the future.
Hardware
The USB 2.0-compatible VXI-USB capitalizes on the higher data transfer rate
and offers hot plug-in capability so that you can easily add USB devices to
your PC and configure them without needing to power down your system. In
addition, the VXI-USB features a word-serial accelerator to improve the speed
of data transfers using word-serial protocol commands. For register-based
communication, VXI-USB performance is comparable to the 1394-to-VXI and
GPIB-to-VXI interfaces. Combining USB technology with a MITE ASIC, the
VXI-USB interface features high-speed DMA and direct interrupt and trigger
control, providing a low-cost, easy-to-use, and powerful VXI control solution.
The VXI-USB Slot 0 module connects to the computer using a thin, very flexible
USB cable for easy rack-mount system installation and configuration.
Performance
Designed for high-speed streaming, USB 2.0 transfers data at rates up to
480 Mbits/s across the USB link. Using this technology, the VXI-USB is optimized
for word-serial communication and achieves a faster block throughput rate
than either the IEEE 1394-to-VXI or GPIB-to-VXI remote interfaces. The VXI-USB
achieves a data transfer rate of up to 32 MB/s sustained throughput between
the local computer memory and the VXIbus. It provides you with a high-throughput
solution for remote control of VXI systems using large block transfers and
word-serial protocol.
USB Remote Controller for VXI
VXI Slot 0 Functionality
The single-slot, C-sized VXI-USB module must be installed in Slot 0 in your VXI
mainframe. It provides all Slot 0 capabilities including slot identification and bus
management responsibilities.
VXI Triggers and Interrupts
With the VXI-USB controller, your computer can detect and service all
VXIbus interrupt lines and VXI triggers in any or all VXI mainframes to which
it is connected.
Ordering Information
NI VXI-USB .....................................................................................779163-01
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USB Remote Controller for VXI
Specifications
Performance
Address access .....................................
Transfer width (master) .........................
Transfer width (slave)............................
Maximum throughput (peak) .................
Maximum throughput (sustained) .........
Read, modify, write cycles ....................
VME block cycles ..................................
A64, A32, A24, A16
2eVME, D64, D32, D16, D08 (EO)
D32, D16, D08 (EO)
32 MB/s
32 MB/s
Yes
Yes
Random vibration
Operational .......................................
Nonoperational .................................
5 to 500 Hz, 0.3 g
rms
5 to 500 Hz, 2.4 g
rms
(tested in accordance with
IEC-60068-2-64; nonoperating test
profile exceeds the requirements of
Yes
Yes
23.3 by 34.0 cm (9.2 by 13.4 in.)
C-size, C-1
1.14 kg (2.5 lb)
1
2
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MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 3)
Shock and Vibration
Functional shock....................................
30 g peak, half-sine, 11 ms pulse
(tested in accordance with
IEC-60068-2-27; test profile developed
in accordance with MIL-PRF-28800F)
Physical
Slot 0 detection .....................................
Software configurable...........................
Dimensions............................................
Size ......................................................
Weight...................................................
I/O connectors
Host connector: USB Series B ..........
Device connectors: USB Series A.....
Trigger connectors: SMB ..................
Safety and Compliance
Safety
This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of
safety for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:
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IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1
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UL 61010-1, CSA 61010-1
Note:
For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or visit
ni.com/certification
, search by model number or product line, and click the
appropriate link in the Certification column.
Operating Environment
Temperature ..........................................
0 to 55 °C
(tested in accordance with
IEC-60068-2-1 and IEC-60068-2-2)
Relative humidity ..................................
10 to 90%, noncondensing
(tested in accordance
with IEC-60068-2-56)
Electromagnetic Compatibility
This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of
EMC for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:
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EN 61326 EMC requirements; Minimum Immunity
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EN 55011 Emissions; Group 1, Class A
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CE, C-Tick, ICES, and FCC Part 15 Emissions; Class A
Note:
For EMC compliance, operate this device according to
product documentation.
Storage Environment
Temperature ..........................................
-20 to 70 °C
(tested in accordance with
IEC-60068-2-1 and IEC-60068-2-2)
Relative humidity ..................................
5 to 95% noncondensing
(tested in accordance
with IEC-60068-2-56)
CE Compliance
This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives,
as amended for CE marking, as follows:
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2006/95/EC; Low-Voltage Directive (safety)
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2004/108/EC; Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)
Note:
Refer to the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for this product for any
additional regulatory compliance information. To obtain the DoC for this product,
visit
ni.com/certification
, search by model number or product line, and click
the appropriate link in the Certification column.
Power Requirements
VDC
+5.0
-2.0
-5.2
Typical
2A
100 mA
200 mA
Maximum
4A
250 mA
500 mA
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
EU Customers:
At the end of their life cycle, all products must be
sent to a WEEE recycling center. For more information about WEEE
recycling centers and National Instruments WEEE initiatives,
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