USER GUIDE AND SPECIFICATIONS NI USB-9215 Series 4-Channel, ±10 VDC, 16-Bit Simultaneous Sampling Analog Input Devices This user guide describes how to use the National Instruments USB-9215 Series and lists the specifications. In this document, the NI USB-9215/9215A with screw terminal or backshell and NI USB-9215A with BNC are referred to inclusively as the NI USB-9215 Series. Introduction The NI USB-9215 Series data acquisition devices provide a USB interface for four channels of 16-bit simultaneous sampling analog inputs with integrated signal conditioning. The NI USB-9215 Series consists of two components: an NI 9215 module and an NI USB-9161/9162 USB carrier, as shown in Figure 1. NI 9215 NI USB-9161/9162 NI USB-9215 Series Figure 1. NI USB-9215 Series Components Dimensions Figures 2 and 3 show the NI USB-9215 Series device dimensions. Hi-Speed USB Carrier NI USB-9162 140.23 mm (5.521 in.) 120.68 mm (4.751 in.) 137.82 mm (5.426 in.) 118.26 mm (4.656 in.) 88.12 mm (3.469 in.) 25.34 mm (0.998 in.) Figure 2. NI USB-9215 (Screw Terminal) in Millimeters (Inches) Hi-Speed USB Carrier NI USB-9162 140.66 mm (5.538 in.) 120.68 mm (4.751 in.) 138.30 mm (5.445 in.) 118.26 mm (4.656 in.) 88.12 mm (3.469 in.) 25.34 mm (0.998 in.) Figure 3. NI USB-9215 (BNC) in Millimeters (Inches) NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications 2 ni.com Safety Guidelines Operate the NI USB-9215 Series only as described in these operating instructions. Although the NI 9215 module may have more stringent certification standards than the NI USB-9215 Series, when used with the NI USB-9161/9162 carrier, the combined system may be limited. Refer to the Specifications section of this document for more details. Note Hot Surface This icon denotes that the component may be hot. Touching this component may result in bodily injury. Do not disconnect I/O-side wires or connectors unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be nonhazardous. Caution Caution Do not remove modules unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be nonhazardous. Caution The NI USB-9215 Series is not certified for use in hazardous locations. Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Voltages If hazardous voltages are connected to the module, take the following precautions. A hazardous voltage is a voltage greater than 42.4 Vpk or 60 VDC to earth ground. Ensure that hazardous voltage wiring is performed only by qualified personnel adhering to local electrical standards. Caution Caution Do not mix hazardous voltage circuits and human-accessible circuits on the same module. Make sure that devices and circuits connected to the module are properly insulated from human contact. Caution Caution When module terminals are live with hazardous voltages, make sure the terminals are not accessible by using the high voltage screw terminal backshell. Refer to the Assembling the High Voltage Screw Terminal Backshell section for more information. © National Instruments Corporation 3 NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications Related Documentation Each application software package and driver includes information about writing applications for taking measurements and controlling measurement devices. The following references to documents assume you have NI-DAQmx 8.7 or later, NI-DAQmx Base version 3.x, and where applicable, version 7.1 or later of the NI application software. NI-DAQmx for Windows The DAQ Getting Started Guide describes how to install your NI-DAQmx for Windows software, how to install your NI-DAQmx-supported DAQ device, and how to confirm that your device is operating properly. Select Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQ»DAQ Getting Started Guide. The NI-DAQ Readme lists which devices are supported by this version of NI-DAQ. Select Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQ» NI-DAQ Readme. The NI-DAQmx Help contains general information about measurement concepts, key NI-DAQmx concepts, and common applications that are applicable to all programming environments. Select Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQ»NI-DAQmx Help. Note For information about non-Windows operating system support, refer to ni.com/info and enter BaseGSGML. LabVIEW If you are a new user, use the Getting Started with LabVIEW manual to familiarize yourself with the LabVIEW graphical programming environment and the basic LabVIEW features you use to build data acquisition and instrument control applications. Open the Getting Started with LabVIEW manual by selecting Start»All Programs»National Instruments»LabVIEW»LabVIEW Manuals or by navigating to the labview\manuals directory and opening LV_Getting_Started.pdf. NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications 4 ni.com Use the LabVIEW Help, available by selecting Help»Search the LabVIEW Help in LabVIEW, to access information about LabVIEW programming concepts, step-by-step instructions for using LabVIEW, and reference information about LabVIEW VIs, functions, palettes, menus, and tools. Refer to the following locations on the Contents tab of the LabVIEW Help for information about NI-DAQmx: • Getting Started»Getting Started with DAQ—Includes overview information and a tutorial to learn how to take an NI-DAQmx measurement in LabVIEW using the DAQ Assistant. • VI and Function Reference»Measurement I/O VIs and Functions—Describes the LabVIEW NI-DAQmx VIs and properties. • Taking Measurements—Contains the conceptual and how-to information you need to acquire and analyze measurement data in LabVIEW, including common measurements, measurement fundamentals, NI-DAQmx key concepts, and device considerations. LabWindows/CVI The Data Acquisition book of the LabWindows/CVI Help contains measurement concepts for NI-DAQmx. This book also contains Taking an NI-DAQmx Measurement in LabWindows/CVI, which includes step-by-step instructions about creating a measurement task using the DAQ Assistant. In LabWindows™/CVI™, select Help»Contents, then select Using LabWindows/CVI»Data Acquisition. The NI-DAQmx Library book of the LabWindows/CVI Help contains API overviews and function reference for NI-DAQmx. Select Library Reference»NI-DAQmx Library in the LabWindows/CVI Help. Measurement Studio If you program your NI-DAQmx-supported device in Measurement Studio using Visual C++, Visual C#, or Visual Basic .NET, you can interactively create channels and tasks by launching the DAQ Assistant from MAX or from within Visual Studio .NET. You can generate the configuration code based on your task or channel in Measurement Studio. Refer to the DAQ Assistant Help for additional information about generating code. You also can create channels and tasks, and write your own applications in your ADE using the NI-DAQmx API. For help with NI-DAQmx methods and properties, refer to the NI-DAQmx .NET Class Library or the NI-DAQmx Visual C++ Class Library included in the NI Measurement Studio Help. For general help with programming in Measurement Studio, refer to the NI Measurement Studio Help, which is fully integrated with the Microsoft Visual Studio .NET help. To view © National Instruments Corporation 5 NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications this help file in Visual Studio. NET, select Measurement Studio» NI Measurement Studio Help. To create an application in Visual C++, Visual C#, or Visual Basic .NET, follow these general steps: 1. In Visual Studio .NET, select File»New»Project to launch the New Project dialog box. 2. Find the Measurement Studio folder for the language you want to create a program in. 3. Choose a project type. You add DAQ tasks as a part of this step. ANSI C without NI Application Software The NI-DAQmx Help contains API overviews and general information about measurement concepts. Select Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQ»NI-DAQmx Help. The NI-DAQmx C Reference Help describes the NI-DAQmx Library functions, which you can use with National Instruments data acquisition devices to develop instrumentation, acquisition, and control applications. Select Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQ» NI-DAQmx C Reference Help. .NET Languages without NI Application Software With the Microsoft .NET Framework version 1.1 or later, you can use NI-DAQmx to create applications using Visual C# and Visual Basic .NET without Measurement Studio. You need Microsoft Visual Studio .NET 2003 or Microsoft Visual Studio 2005 for the API documentation to be installed. The installed documentation contains the NI-DAQmx API overview, measurement tasks and concepts, and function reference. This help is fully integrated into the Visual Studio .NET documentation. To view the NI-DAQmx .NET documentation, go to Start»Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQ»NI-DAQmx .NET Reference Help. Expand NI Measurement Studio Help»NI Measurement Studio .NET Class Library»Reference to view the function reference. Expand NI Measurement Studio Help»NI Measurement Studio .NET Class Library»Using the Measurement Studio .NET Class Libraries to view conceptual topics for using NI-DAQmx with Visual C# and Visual Basic .NET. To get to the same help topics from within Visual Studio, go to Help»Contents. Select Measurement Studio from the Filtered By drop-down list and follow the previous instructions. NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications 6 ni.com Device Documentation and Specifications NI-DAQmx includes the Device Document Browser, which contains online documentation for supported DAQ and SCXI devices, such as documents describing device pinouts, features, and operation. You can find, view, and/or print the documents for each device using the Device Document Browser at any time by inserting the CD. After installing the Device Document Browser, device documents are accessible from Start» All Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQ»Browse Device Documentation. Note You can download these documents at ni.com/manuals. NI-DAQmx Base (Linux/Mac OS X/LabVIEW PDA 8.x) The NI-DAQmx Base Getting Started Guide describes how to install your NI-DAQmx Base software, your NI-DAQmx Base-supported DAQ device, and how to confirm that your device is operating properly. In Windows, select Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQmx Base» Documentation»Getting Started Guide. Getting Started with NI-DAQmx Base for Linux and Mac Users describes how to install your NI-DAQmx Base software, your NI-DAQmx Base-supported DAQ device, and how to confirm that your device is operating properly on your Mac/Linux machine. The NI-DAQmx Base Readme lists which devices are supported by this version of NI-DAQmx Base. In Windows, select Start»All Programs» National Instruments»NI-DAQmx Base»DAQmx Base Readme. The NI-DAQmx Base VI Reference Help contains VI reference and general information about measurement concepts. In LabVIEW, select Help»NI-DAQmx Base VI Reference Help. The NI-DAQmx Base C Reference Help contains C reference and general information about measurement concepts. In Windows, select Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQmxBase»Documentation» C Function Reference Help. Note All NI-DAQmx Base documentation for Linux is installed at /usr/local/ natinst/nidaqmxbase/documentation. Note All NI-DAQmx Base documentation for Mac OS X is installed at /Applications/National Instruments/NI-DAQmx Base/documentation. © National Instruments Corporation 7 NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications Training Courses If you need more help getting started developing an application with NI products, NI offers training courses. To enroll in a course or obtain a detailed course outline, refer to ni.com/training. Technical Support on the Web For additional support, refer to ni.com/support or zone.ni.com. Installing the Software Software support for the NI USB-9215 Series for Windows Vista/XP/2000 is provided by NI-DAQmx or NI-DAQmx Base depending on the software you are using. Software support for your hardware depends on the carrier being used. Refer to Table 1 for a list of software support. Table 1. Devices and Corresponding Components Devices Carrier Software Support NI USB-9215 NI 9161 NI-DAQmx Base 2.2 and previous NI USB-9215A NI 9162 NI-DAQmx or NI-DAQmx Base 3.0 or later NI USB-9215A BNC NI 9162 NI-DAQmx or NI-DAQmx Base 3.0 or later The DAQ Getting Started Guide, which you can download at ni.com/manuals, offers NI-DAQmx users step-by-step instructions for installing software and hardware, configuring channels and tasks, and getting started developing an application. Note For information about non-Windows operating system support, refer to ni.com/info and enter BaseGSGML. Note If your device uses NI-DAQmx Base, refer to ni.com to download the software. Installing Other Software If you are using other software, refer to the installation instructions that accompany your software. Example Programs The NI-DAQmx CD contains example programs that you can use to get started programming with the NI USB-9215 Series. Refer to the NI-DAQmx for USB Devices Getting Started Guide that shipped with your NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications 8 ni.com device, and is also accessible from Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-DAQ, for more information. The NI-DAQmx Base software ships with example programs you can use to get started programming with the NI USB-9215 Series. Refer to the NI-DAQmx Base Getting Started Guide that shipped with your device, and is also accessible from Start»All Programs»National Instruments» NI-DAQmx Base»Documentation, for more information. Installing the NI USB-9215 Series Device Before installing the device, you must install the software you plan to use with the device. Refer to the Related Documentation section of this guide and the documentation included with the software for more information. Installing the NI 9215 in the NI USB-9161/9162 Carrier The NI 9215 module and NI USB-9161/9162 carrier are packaged separately. Refer to Figures 4 and 5 while completing the following assembly steps: 1. Make sure that no signals are connected to the NI 9215 module. 2. Remove the protective cover from the 15-pin D-SUB connector. 3. Align the I/O module with the carrier, as shown in Figure 4. 1 1 High Voltage Screw Terminal Backshell Figure 4. Module Installation 4. Squeeze the latches and insert the NI 9215 module into the carrier. 5. Press firmly on the connector side of the NI 9215 module until the latches lock the module into place. © National Instruments Corporation 9 NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications Figure 5. Locking Module into Place Mounting the NI USB-9215 Series to a Panel Thread inserts are located in the NI USB-9215 Series for mounting it to a panel. Refer to Figure 6 for dimensions. 85.7 mm (3.37 in.) 72.2 mm (2.84 in.) Threaded Insert M3 x 0.5 8.5 mm (0.34 in.) Max Depth 76.1 mm (3.00 in.) Figure 6. NI USB-9215 Series Dimensions in Millimeters (Inches) Connecting the NI USB-9215 Series to a Computer Plug one end of the USB cable into the NI USB-9215 Series and the other end into an available USB port on the computer. NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications 10 ni.com LED Indicator The NI USB-9215 Series device has a green LED next to the USB connector. The LED indicator indicates device status, as listed in Table 2. When the device is connected to a USB port, the LED blinks steadily to indicate that the device is initialized and is receiving power from the connection. If the LED is not blinking, it may mean that the device is not initialized or the computer is in standby mode. In order for the device to be recognized, the device must be connected to a computer that has NI-DAQmx or NI-DAQmx Base installed on it. If your device is not blinking, make sure your computer has the latest version of NI-DAQmx or NI-DAQmx Base installed on it, and the computer is not in standby mode. Table 2. LED State/Device Status LED State Device Status Not lit Device not connected or in suspend. On, not blinking Device connected, but no module installed. Single-blink Operating normally. Double-blink NI USB-9215A only—Connected to USB Full-Speed port. Device performance might be affected. Refer to the Specifications section for more information. Quadruple-blink Device error. Refer to ni.com/support. Wiring the NI USB-9215 Series Device The NI USB-9215 Series provides connections for four differential analog input channels. The NI USB-9215A with BNC has four BNC connectors. A high voltage screw terminal backshell must be installed when using hazardous voltages (>42.4 Vpk, 60 VDC) with the NI USB-9215 Series. Caution Note The NI 9932 10-terminal, detachable, high voltage, screw-terminal backshell accessory works with the NI USB-9215 Series and is available from ni.com. For more information about installing the backshell, refer to the Assembling the High Voltage Screw Terminal Backshell section. © National Instruments Corporation 11 NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications Each channel of the NI USB-9215 Series has a terminal or center pin to which you can connect the positive voltage signal, AI+, and a terminal or shield to which you can connect the negative voltage signal, AI–. The NI USB-9215 with screw terminal also has a common terminal, COM, that is internally connected to the isolated ground reference of the module. Refer to Table 3 for the terminal assignments of the NI USB-9215 with screw terminal. Refer to Figure 7 for the pin assignments of the NI USB-9215A with BNC. Table 3. Terminal Assignments Module Terminal Signal 0 AI0+ 1 AI0– 2 AI1+ 3 AI1– 4 AI2+ 4 5 5 AI2– 6 6 AI3+ 7 AI3– 8 No Connection 9 Common (COM) 0 1 2 3 7 8 9 NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications 12 ni.com AI0+ AI0– AI1+ AI1– AI2+ AI2– AI3+ AI3– Figure 7. BNC Connector Assignments Connecting Differential Voltage Signals to the NI USB-9215 Series For grounded differential signals, connect the positive voltage signal to AI+ and the negative signal to AI–. For the NI USB-9215 with screw terminal, connect the signal reference to the COM terminal. AI+ Voltage Source + – AI– NI USB-9215 with Screw Terminal COM Figure 8. Connecting a Grounded Differential Voltage Signal to the NI USB-9215 (NI USB-9215 with Screw Terminal Shown) For floating differential signals, the voltage source may go outside of the common-mode signal range of the NI USB-9215 with screw terminal. If the voltage source is outside of the common-mode range, data read by the NI USB-9215 is not accurate. To keep the voltage source within the common-mode range, connect the negative lead of the signal to COM through a 1 MΩ resistor, as shown in Figure 9. The NI USB-9215A with © National Instruments Corporation 13 NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications BNC has internal circuitry that keeps the voltage source within the common-mode range. AI+ Voltage Source + – AI– NI USB-9215 with Screw Terminal Resistor COM Figure 9. Connecting a Floating Differential Voltage Signal (NI USB-9215 with Screw Terminal Shown) Connecting Single-Ended Voltage Signals to the NI USB-9215 Series Connect the positive voltage signal to AI+. Connect the ground signal to AI–. For the NI USB-9215 with screw terminal, you must also connect the ground signal to the COM terminal to keep the common-mode voltage in the specified range. For more information about the common-mode voltage range, refer to the Specifications section. AI+ Voltage Source + – AI– NI USB-9215 with Screw Terminal COM Figure 10. Connecting a Single-Ended Voltage Signal to the NI USB-9215 (NI USB-9215 with Screw Terminal Shown) NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications 14 ni.com Assembling the High Voltage Screw Terminal Backshell The high voltage screw terminal backshell must be installed when using hazardous voltages (>42.4 Vpk, 60 VDC). Refer to Figure 11 while completing the following steps to assemble the backshell: 1. Connect the leads to the screw terminal and secure with the strain relief. 2. Finish by snapping the backshell around the connector. 1 1 Strain Relief Figure 11. High Voltage Screw Terminal Backshell Figure 12. Assembled High Voltage Screw Terminal Backshell © National Instruments Corporation 15 NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications NI USB-9215 Series Circuitry The NI USB-9215 Series channels share a common ground. The NI USB-9215 protects each channel from overvoltages. For more information about overvoltage protection, refer to the Specifications section. The signal is buffered and conditioned by the instrumentation amplifier and is then sampled by a 16-bit ADC. The channels have independent track-and-hold amplifiers that allow you to sample all four channels simultaneously. AI+ Overvoltage Protection + AI– Overvoltage Protection – Isolated ADC COM NI USB-9215 with Screw Terminal Figure 13. Input Circuitry for One Channel on the NI USB-9215 with Screw Terminal The NI USB-9215A with BNC has a resistor that ensures the input voltage does not drift outside of the common-mode range. AI+ Overvoltage Protection + Overvoltage – Protection Instrumentation Amplifier AI– Isolated ADC NI USB-9215A with BNC Figure 14. Input Circuitry for One Channel on the NI USB-9215A with BNC NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications 16 ni.com Specifications The following specifications are typical for the range 0 to 60 °C unless otherwise noted. All voltages are relative to COM unless otherwise noted. Input Characteristics Number of channels ............................... 4 analog input channels ADC resolution ...................................... 16 bits Type of ADC.......................................... Successive approximation register (SAR) Max sampling rate1 NI USB-9215 Highest Channel Number In Task Maximum Sample Rate 0 20 kS/sec 1 10 kS/sec 2 6.67 kS/sec 3 5 kS/sec NI USB-9215A2 .............................. 100 kS/s (per channel) NI USB-9215A with BNC2............. 100 kS/s (per channel) Operating voltage range (AI+ to AI–) Typical ............................................ ±10 V (not software selectable) Maximum working voltage (signal + common mode) With screw terminal........................ Each channel must remain within ±10.2 V of common With BNC ....................................... All inputs must remain within ±10.2 V of the average AI– inputs Overvoltage protection........................... ±30 V 1 2 Might be system dependent. Full performance requires the use of a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed host controller and USB 2.0 hubs. © National Instruments Corporation 17 NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications Conversion time Channel 0 only.................................4.4 μs Channels 0 and 1 .............................6 μs Channels 0, 1, and 2 ........................8 μs Channels 0, 1, 2, and 3 ....................10 μs Accuracy Percent of Reading (Gain Error) Percent of Range (Offset Error)* Calibrated max (0 to 60 °C) 0.2% 0.082% Calibrated typ (25 °C, ±5 °C) 0.02% 0.014% Uncalibrated max (0 to 60 °C) 1.05% 0.82% Uncalibrated typ (25 °C, ±5 °C) 0.6% 0.38% Error * Range equals 10.4 V. Stability Offset drift .......................................60 μV/°C Gain drift .........................................10 ppm/°C CMRR (at 60 Hz) ...................................–73 dB min Input bandwidth (–3 dB).........................420 kHz min Input impedance Resistance With screw terminal .................1 GΩ With BNC (between any two AI– terminals) ...................200 kΩ Capacitance......................................25 pF Input bias current ....................................10 nA Input noise RMS.................................................1.2 LSBrms Peak-to-peak ....................................7 LSB Crosstalk .................................................–80 dB NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications 18 ni.com Settling time (to 2 LSBs) With screw terminal 10 V step .................................. 10 μs 20 V step .................................. 15 μs With BNC 10 V step .................................. 25 μs 20 V step .................................. 35 μs No missing codes ................................... 15 bits guaranteed DNL ....................................................... –1.9 to 2 LSB max INL ......................................................... ±6 LSB max Power Requirements Power consumption from USB .............. 500 mA, max Suspend mode ................................. 2.5 mA, max Bus Interface USB specifications NI USB-9215 .................................. USB 2.0 Full-Speed NI USB-9215A ............................... USB 2.0 Hi-Speed NI USB-9215A BNC ...................... USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Physical Characteristics Dimensions With combicon................................ 14.0 cm × 8.8 cm × 2.5 cm (5.52 in. × 3.47 in. × 1.00 in.) With BNC ....................................... 14.2 cm × 8.8 cm × 2.5 cm (5.54 in. × 3.47 in. × 1.00 in.) Screw terminal wiring ............................ 12 to 24 AWG copper conductor wire with 10 mm (0.39 in.) of insulation stripped from the end Torque for screw terminals .................... 0.5–0.6 N · m (4.4–5.3 lb · in.) Weight With screw terminal........................ Approx. 250 g (8.8 oz) With BNC ....................................... Approx. 275 g (9.6 oz) © National Instruments Corporation 19 NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications Safety If you need to clean the module, wipe it with a dry towel. Safety Voltages NI USB-9215 with Screw Terminal Safety Voltages Connect only voltages that are within these limits. Channel-to-COM ....................................±30 V max Isolation Channel-to-channel..........................No isolation between channels Channel-to-earth ground Withstand .................................2,300 Vrms, 5 seconds max Continuous ...............................250 Vrms, Measurement Category II Measurement Category II is for measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the electrical distribution system. This category refers to local-level electrical distribution, such as that provided by a standard wall outlet (for example, 115 V for U.S. or 230 V for Europe). Do not use this module with Measurement Category III or IV voltages. NI USB-9215A with BNC Safety Voltages Connect only voltages that are within these limits. AI+-to-AI–..............................................±30 V max Isolation Channel-to-channel..........................No isolation between channels Channel-to-earth ground Withstand .................................1,500 Vrms, 5 seconds max Continuous ...............................60 VDC, Measurement Category I Measurement Category I is for measurements performed on circuits not directly connected to the electrical distribution system referred to as MAINS voltage. MAINS is a hazardous live electrical supply system that powers equipment. This category is for measurements of voltages from specially protected secondary circuits. Such voltage measurements include signal levels, special equipment, limited-energy parts of equipment, circuits powered by regulated low-voltage sources, and electronics. Do not use this module with Measurement Category II, III, or IV voltages. NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications 20 ni.com Safety Standards This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of safety for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use: Note • IEC 61010-1, EN-61010-1 • UL 61010-1, CSA 61010-1 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. Hazardous Locations The NI USB-9215 is not certified for use in hazardous locations. Environmental The NI USB-9215 Series is intended for indoor use only. Operating temperature (IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2)........... 0 to 60 °C Storage temperature (IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2)........... –40 to 85 °C Operating humidity (IEC 60068-2-56) ................................... 10 to 90% RH, noncondensing Storage humidity (IEC 60068-2-56) ................................... 5 to 95% RH, noncondensing Maximum altitude .................................. 2,000 m Pollution Degree (IEC 60664) ............... 2 Electromagnetic Compatibility The NI USB-9215 Series is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of EMC for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use: Note • EN 61326 EMC requirements; Minimum Immunity • EN 55011 Emissions; Group 1, Class A • CE, C-Tick, ICES, and FCC Part 15 Emissions; Class A For EMC compliance, operate this device with double-shielded cables. © National Instruments Corporation 21 NI USB-9215 Series User Guide and Specifications CE Compliance This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives, as amended for CE marking, as follows: • 2006/95/EC; Low-Voltage Directive (safety) • 2004/108/EC; Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC) Refer to the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for this product for any additional regulatory compliance information. 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