NI NIVXI-PCI8024

VXIbus Interface Kits for PCI
NI VXI-PCI80xx
◾◾ VXIplug&play compliance
◾◾ Complete interface to VXI from any
PCI-based computer or workstation
◾◾ VXI Slot 0 capability, including
Resource Manager
◾◾ Word-serial (message-based)
communication
◾◾ Register-based communication
◾◾ Direct trigger and interrupt control
◾◾ Direct access to VXI memory space
◾◾ High-performance DMA transfers using
the MITE ASIC
◾◾ Maximum throughput across MXIbus
◾◾ 33 MB/s burst
◾◾ 23 MB/s sustained
◾◾ Optional dual-ported DRAM expansion
◾◾ 64 MB maximum on VXI-MXI-2
◾◾ 16 MB maximum on PCI-MXI-2
◾◾ Expandable to several VXI or VME
mainframes using MXIbus
◾◾ C-size and B-size options
Driver Software
◾◾ NI-VXI/NI-VISA
◾◾ Windows Vista/XP/2000/Me/98/NT
◾◾ Solaris 2
◾◾ HP-UX
◾◾ Mac OS
◾◾ Linux
◾◾ NI-VXI
◾◾ Windows 3.1/DOS
Application Software
◾◾ LabVIEW
◾◾ Measurement Studio
Overview
NI VXI-PCI80xx interface kits link any PCI-based computer directly to the VXIbus
using the high-speed MXI-2 bus. These kits make your computer perform as if
it were plugged directly into the VXI backplane, giving your external computer
the capability of an embedded computer. VXI-PCI80xx kits feature VXIplug&play
compliance and integrated software, including intuitive tools for troubleshooting
and debugging VXI systems. With the comprehensive NI-VXI/NI-VISA software
and programming libraries, you can program multiple mainframe configurations,
The VXI-PCI80xx series is a flexible, high-performance solution for stand-alone
computer control of VXI systems. Any PCI-based computer running Windows
Vista/XP/2000/Me/98/NT, Solaris 2, HP-UX, Mac OS, or Windows 3.1/DOS can
use the VXI-PCI80xx kits, giving you the freedom to choose from the wide variety
of general-purpose desktop computers. PCs equipped with a VXI-PCI80xx kit
combine the high-performance MXI-2 interface with low-cost, general-purpose
desktop computers to produce an attractive cost/performance solution compared
to embedded VXI controllers. By using MXI as your control solution, you can
yet maintain software compatibility across a variety of VXI controller platforms.
upgrade your PC at any time to capitalize on the latest computer technology
Hardware
The VXI-MXI-2 module installed in your VXI mainframe has VXI Slot 0
while using the same high-speed VXIbus interface.
Each VXI-PCI80xx kit includes one half-size PCI plug-in board, the NI PCI-MXI-2,
capability. The Slot 0 functions include a MODID register and a CLK10 source.
which is installed in an available PCI slot in your computer; one C-size or B-size
The VXI-MXI-2 works with register-based Slot 0 functions, which the Resource
NI VXI-MXI-2 Slot 0 module that plugs directly into your VXI mainframe; a
Manager software in your PC uses to bring up the mainframe and begin normal
flexible MXI-2 cable; and NI-VXI/NI-VISA VXIbus interface software. Because
operation. The VXI-MXI-2 can also reside in Non-Slot 0, meaning that you
a VXI-PCI80xx comes complete with NI-VXI/NI-VISA, you do not need to modify
can also insert the VXI-MXI-2 into any slot in the VXI chassis. The VXI-MXI-2
your applications written with NI-VXI and/or NI-VISA.
incorporates automatic Slot 0 detection so that you can move the VXI-MXI-2
With a VXI-PCI80xx, you achieve superior performance by incorporating the
from Slot 0 to Non-Slot 0 without configuring any jumpers or switches.
MITE ASIC on the PCI-MXI-2 and VXI-MXI-2 devices. National Instruments
developed the MITE custom ASIC to streamline the connection between PCI
computers and workstations to both the MXI and VXI buses. Using the MITE,
you can transfer data between the local computer memory and VXI devices at a
33 MB/s burst rate. You can consistently realize a 23 MB/s sustained throughput
rate for data transfers across the MXIbus.
Multiple-Mainframe Systems
Because the MXIbus is a full 32-bit multimaster system bus that interconnects
several devices at the hardware bus level, you can easily add more mainframes
to a VXI-PCI80xx configuration in a software-transparent fashion using VXI-MXI-2
mainframe extenders. These additional mainframes are daisy chained to your
VXIbus Interface Kits for PCI
computer and first mainframe using MXIbus cables up to 20 m in length. If your
system requires VME boards, you can even integrate one or more VME chassis
Ordering Information
into your system using the NI VME-MXI-2 chassis extender. This is often much
NI VXI-PCI8015 (Windows Vista/XP/2000/NT)..............................777119-02
more cost-effective than using adapter brackets to install VME boards into
NI VXI-PCI8012 (Windows Me/98).................................................777119-03
valuable VXI slots. Your computer has full Slot 0 control of each mainframe; all
NI VXI-PCI8010 (Windows 3.1/DOS)..............................................777119-01
devices in all mainframes can communicate with each other as if in a single
NI VXI-PCI8040 (Mac OS)................................................................777119-04
mainframe, with no special programming requirements.
NI VXI-PCI8022 (Solaris 2)..............................................................777119-05
Shared Memory
With a VXI-PCI80xx, VXI devices also have access to the computer’s internal
memory. In other words, your computer memory is dual-ported to the VXIbus.
VXI bus masters can move data directly to or from the computer memory. You can
effectively manage this operation by using the NI-VXI/NI-VISA software driver
provided with the VXI-PCI80xx kits. By using shared memory, the computer acts
NI VXI-PCI8024 (HP-UX)..................................................................777119-06
NI VXI-PCI8026 (Linux)..................................................................777119-084
Kits include one PCI-MXI-2 board, one C-size VXI-MXI-2 module,
NI-VXI/NI-VISA software, and a MXI-2 cable.
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as a VXI slave device. The computer memory, which you can dual-port to the
VXIbus, resides in either the VXI A24 or A32 space. This means that VXI devices
that have VXI bus master capability can move data directly to and from the local
memory of your computer.
Software
VXI-PCI80xx kits come with NI-VXI/NI-VISA software, making them completely
compliant with VXIplug&play Systems Alliance specifications. You can run all
the latest VXIplug&play software, including executable soft front panels, with
which you can operate the instrument immediately, and standardized LabVIEW
and Measurement Studio instrument drivers to simplify your programming tasks.
NI-VXI/NI-VISA software features a VXIbus interface library that works with
several popular programming environments and compilers, including Microsoft
Visual C++, Borland C++, Microsoft Visual Basic, Measurement Studio,
and LabVIEW. Application software developed using a VXI-PCI80xx and
NI-VXI/NI-VISA bus interface software is compatible with many other VXI
controller platforms, including embedded controllers and computers equipped
with MXI interfaces. NI-VXI and 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.
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VXIbus Interface Kits for PCI
Specifications
Power requirement
VXI-PCI80xx
DRAM options........................................ 4, 16 MB
+5 VDC................................................... 2.2 A, typical, 3.5 A, maximum
Address access...................................... A32, A24, A16
Transfer width (master).......................... D64, D32, D16, D08 (EO)
Safety and Compliance
Transfer width (slave)............................. D32, D16, D08 (EO)
Safety
Maximum MXI throughput (peak).......... 33 MB/s
This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of
Maximum MXI throughput (sustained)..... 23 MB/s
Read, modify, write cycles..................... Yes
safety for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:
◾◾ IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1
VME block cycles................................... Yes
◾◾ UL 61010-1, CSA 61010-1
Note: For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or visit
VXI-MXI-2
ni.com/certification, search by model number or product line, and click the
Physical
appropriate link in the Certification column.
DRAM options........................................ 4, 8, 16, 32, 64 MB
Electromagnetic Compatibility
MXIbus automatic termination.............. Yes
This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following standards of
Automatic Slot 0 detection.................... Yes
Software configurable........................... Yes
Dimensions............................................ 23.3 by 34.0 cm (9.2 by 13.4 in.)
Weight.................................................... 1.0 kg (2.2 lb)
EMC for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:
◾◾ EN 61326 EMC requirements; Minimum Immunity
◾◾ EN 55011 Emissions; Group 1, Class A
◾◾ CE, C-Tick, ICES, and FCC Part 15 Emissions; Class A
Size ...................................................... C-size, C-1
Note: For EMC compliance, operate this device according to
Operating Environment
product documentation.
Temperature........................................... 0 to 55 °C
CE Compliance
Humidity................................................. 10 to 90% noncondensing
This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives,
as amended for CE marking, as follows:
◾◾ 2006/95/EC; Low-Voltage Directive (safety)
Storage Environment
Temperature........................................... -40 to 85 °C
Humidity................................................. 0 to 95% noncondensing
◾◾ 2004/108/EC; Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)
Power Requirements
additional regulatory compliance information. To obtain the DoC for this product,
VDC
Typical
Maximum
+5
2.50 A
3.5 A
-2
80 mA
100 mA
-5.2
180 mA
255 mA
Cooling
Note: Refer to the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for this product for any
visit ni.com/certification, search by model number or product line, and click
the appropriate link in the Certification column.
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
Average power....................................... 19 W
recycling centers and National Instruments WEEE initiatives,
Airflow.................................................... 1.5 liters/s
visit ni.com/environment/weee.htm.
Back pressure......................................... 0.08 mm H2O
PCI-MXI-2
PCI interrupts......................................... 1 (INTA)
Software configurable........................... Yes
Dimensions............................................ 10.7 by 17.5 cm (4.2 by 6.9 in.)
Weight.................................................... 181.8 g (0.4 lb)
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