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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

NI 9146

Ethernet Expansion Chassis for C Series Modules

Figure 1.  

NI 9146 Front Panel

This document describes how to connect the NI 9146 to a network and 
how to use the features of the NI 9146. This document also contains 
specifications for the NI 9146.

1

LEDs

2

RJ-45 Ethernet Port

3

Power Connector

4

Reset Button

C

V

POWER

 

POWER

 

STATUS

USER FPGA1

NI 9146

INPUT 
9-30 V 
15 W MAX

M

N

S

A

N

N

I

TIO

R

T U

T

L

A

EN S

ACT/
LINK

10/100

1

2

3

RESET 

4

Summary of Contents for 9146

Page 1: ...escribes how to connect the NI 9146 to a network and how to use the features of the NI 9146 This document also contains specifications for the NI 9146 1 LEDs 2 RJ 45 Ethernet Port 3 Power Connector 4...

Page 2: ...nents may impair suitability for Class I Division 2 Caution For Zone 2 applications install the CompactRIO system in an enclosure rated to at least IP 54 as defined by IEC 60529 and EN 60529 Special C...

Page 3: ...70 C Figure 2 shows the chassis mounted horizontally Figure 2 NI 9146 Mounted Horizontally You can also mount the chassis on a panel or wall in other orientations on a non metallic surface on a 35 mm...

Page 4: ...igure 3 Figure 3 NI 9146 Bottom View with Dimensions Note Go to ni com info and enter the Info Code rdcrioconn to find the minimum cabling clearance for C Series modules with other connector types Fig...

Page 5: ...s on a Flat Surface Using the NI 9904 Panel Mount Kit Panel or wall mounting is the best method for applications that are subject to high shock and vibration You can use the NI 9904 panel mount kit to...

Page 6: ...hat are appropriate for the wall surface The maximum screw size is M4 or number 8 Caution Make sure that no I O modules are in the chassis before removing it from the panel C V RESET POWER POWER POWER...

Page 7: ...ovide these screws with the chassis Figure 8 Mounting the Chassis Directly on a Flat Surface Caution Make sure that no I O modules are in the chassis before removing it from the surface Mounting the C...

Page 8: ...per opening of the DIN rail clip as shown in Figure 10 Figure 10 One Edge of the DIN Rail Inserted in a Clip 3 Press down firmly on the chassis to compress the spring until the clip locks in place on...

Page 9: ...is on a desktop Installing C Series I O Modules in the Chassis Figure 11 shows the mechanical dimensions of C Series I O modules Figure 11 C Series I O Module Front and Side View with Dimensions Compl...

Page 10: ...e into place 5 Repeat these steps to install additional I O modules Removing I O Modules from the Chassis Complete the following steps to remove a C Series I O module from the chassis 1 Make sure that...

Page 11: ...etter EMC performance For more information about earth ground connections go to ni com info and enter the Info Code earthground Connecting the Chassis to a Network Connect the chassis to an Ethernet n...

Page 12: ...tor shipped with the NI 9146 and tighten the terminal screw Figure 13 shows the terminal screws which secure the wires in the screw terminals and the connector screws which secure the power connector...

Page 13: ...truments NI RIO RIO Device Setup Configuring IP Settings When you power on the NI 9146 for the first time it boots into safe mode because there is no software installed on it This section describes ho...

Page 14: ...hanges to take effect Click Yes You can also reboot the chassis by right clicking the name under Remote Systems and selecting Reboot 6 After rebooting the chassis appears under Remote Systems with the...

Page 15: ...every few seconds The chassis is now in Safe Mode 2 Repeat step 1 The Status LED repeats the same behavior The chassis is now in Safe Mode with IP Reset 3 Configure the IP and other network settings i...

Page 16: ...re shows the main components of the CompactRIO documentation that you may find helpful as you program and use the NI 9146 Figure 15 CompactRIO Documentation This Document Installation and Specificatio...

Page 17: ...Power Requirements Caution You must use a UL Listed ITE power supply marked LPS with the NI 9146 Recommended power supply 24 W 24 VDC Power consumption 15 W maximum Power supply input range 9 to 30 V...

Page 18: ...re range you must compile your LabVIEW FPGA application at 40 MHz or slower and follow the guidelines in the installation instructions for your system Storage temperature IEC 60068 2 1 IEC 60068 2 2 4...

Page 19: ...t limited energy parts of equipment circuits powered by regulated low voltage sources and electronics Caution Do not connect the system to signals or use for measurements within Measurement Categories...

Page 20: ...s committed to designing and manufacturing products in an environmentally responsible manner NI recognizes that eliminating certain hazardous substances from our products is beneficial to the environm...

Page 21: ...ration of conformity This system affords the user protection for electromagnetic compatibility EMC and product safety You can obtain the DoC for your product by visiting ni com certification If your p...

Page 22: ...ruments products technology refer to the appropriate location Help Patents in your software the patents txt file on your media or the National Instruments Patent Notice at ni com patents You can find...

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