Getting Started with R Series Multifunction RIO
This document explains how to install and configure National Instruments PCI/PXI-781
x
R,
PCI/PXI-783
x
R, PCIe/PXI-784
x
R, and PCIe/PXI-785
x
R, referred to collectively as NI 78
xx
R devices.
This document also contains a tutorial section that demonstrates how to begin taking a measurement
using a LabVIEW FPGA example VI.
Figure 1.
PCI, PCI Express, and PXI R Series Devices
NI 78
xx
R Required Components
The following items are necessary to set up and use the NI 78
xx
R:
❑
The following software packages:
–
LabVIEW
–
LabVIEW FPGA Module
–
NI-RIO device drivers
–
(Optional) LabVIEW Real-Time Module
Step 1. Install Application Software and Driver
, for information on R Series software
support.
❑
Development computer or PXI/CompactPCI chassis and PXI/CompactPCI embedded controller
running Windows Vista/XP/2000.
❑
At least one cable and accessory for connecting signals to the NI 78
xx
R. For a list of applicable
cable and accessory options, refer to the
section.
