Chapter 1
Getting Started
NI PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC User Manual
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If you are missing any of the items listed in Table 1-1, or if you have the
incorrect AC power cable, contact National Instruments.
You have the option of powering the PXI-1036DC chassis with a DC power
cable through the DC input connector on the rear panel of the chassis. Refer
to Figure 1-3 for the location of the DC connector.
Key Features
The PXI-1036/PXI-1036DC combines a 6-slot PXI backplane with a
structural design that has been optimized for maximum usability in a wide
range of applications.
The key features of the chassis include the following:
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Accepts 3U PXI and CompactPCI (PICMG 2.0 R 3.0) modules
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6-slot chassis with universal AC input, and automatic
voltage/frequency ranging
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DC power input (PXI-1036DC only)
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On/Off (Standby) power switch on the front panel for easy access
•
AUTO/HIGH temperature-controlled fan speed based on air-intake
temperature to minimize audible noise
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(Optional) Carrying handle for portability
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Rack mountable
Table 1-1.
AC Power Cables
Power Cable
Reference Standards
Standard 120 V (USA)
NEMA 5-15
Switzerland 220 V
SEV
Australia 240 V
AS C112
Universal Euro 230 V
CEE (7), II, IV, VII IEC83
North America 240 V
NEMA 6-15
United Kingdom 230 V
BS 1363/IEC83
Japan 100 V
JIS C8303
