Chapter 1 Introduction
SCXI Chassis User Manual 1-4 ni.com
National Instruments Documentation
The SCXI Chassis User Manual is one piece of the documentation set for
the data acquisition and SCXI system. You could have any of several types
of documents, depending on the hardware and software in the system. Use
the documents you have as follows:
•Getting Started with SCXI—Read this manual first. It gives an
overview of the SCXI system and contains the most commonly needed
information for the modules, chassis, and software.
•The SCXI Quick Start Guide—This document describes how to set up
an SCXI chassis, install SCXI modules and terminal blocks, and
configure the SCXI system in Measurement & Automation Explorer
(MAX).
• The SCXI hardware user manuals—Read these manuals next for
detailed information about signal connections and module
configuration. They also explain in greater detail how the module
works and contain application hints.
• The DAQ hardware user manuals—These manuals have detailed
information about the DAQ hardware that plugs into or is connected to
the computer. Use these manuals for hardware installation and
configuration instructions, specification information about the DAQ
hardware, and application hints.
• Software documentation—Examples of software documentation you
may have are the LabVIEW, Measurement Studio, and NI-DAQ
documentation sets. After you set up the hardware system, use either
the application software (LabVIEW or Measurement Studio) or the
NI-DAQ documentation to help you write your application. If you have
a large, complicated system, it is worthwhile to look through the
software documentation before you configure the hardware.
• Accessory installation guides or manuals—If you are using accessory
products, read the terminal block and cable assembly installation
guides or accessory user manuals. They explain how to physically
connect the relevant pieces of the system. Consult these guides when
you are making the connections.
• If you are designing your own module, the SCXIbus System
Specification is available from NI upon request. The specification
describes the physical, electrical, and timing requirements for the
SCXIbus.