Description
The National Instruments PXI-6561 is a high-performance digital waveform generator and analyzer designed for advanced data acquisition and signal processing. This device is part of the renowned National Instruments suite of products, known for their reliability and precision in various applications.
This model, the PXI-6561, comes with several key specifications that make it an ideal choice for engineers and researchers working in fields that require high-speed data generation and analysis. It supports 16 channels, allowing for significant data throughput and multiplexing capabilities. Each channel is capable of a maximum sampling rate of 100 MHz, ensuring that even the most transient of signals can be captured and analyzed with high fidelity.
One of the standout features of the PXI-6561 is its LVDS signaling support. LVDS, or Low-Voltage Differential Signaling, allows for high-speed data transmission with minimal noise, making this device particularly useful in environments where signal integrity is paramount.
The PXI-6561 is available in three different versions, each with varying amounts of onboard memory:
- 2 Mb/channel (Part Number 778993-01)
- 16 Mb/channel (Part Number 778993-02)
- 128 Mb/channel (Part Number 778993-03)
This flexibility in memory options allows users to choose a model that best fits their specific data storage needs.
Additionally, the device offers versatility in waveform generation, supporting both single-waveform and scripted modes of operation. This allows users to either generate repetitive signals or to program complex, dynamic waveforms based on custom scripts, enhancing the device’s applicability to a wide range of testing scenarios.
The PXI-6561 is equipped with multiple triggers, including Start, Pause, Script, Advance, and Reference, enabling precise control over waveform generation and analysis processes. This level of control ensures that users can synchronize their signals with other events or devices within their test setups seamlessly.
For software support, the PXI-6561 is compatible with several development environments, including LabVIEW 7.0 or later
Question 1: What is the max sampling rate of the PXI-6561? Question 2: How many channels does the PXI-6561 support? Question 3: What type of signaling does PXI-6561 use? Question 4: What is the maximum onboard memory per channel for PXI-6561? Question 5: Is PXI-6561 compatible with LabVIEW 7.0 or later?
Specification
Detail
Manufacturer
National Instruments
Model
PXI-6561
Part Numbers
778993-01, 778993-02, 778993-03
Channels
16-Channel
Maximum Sampling Rate
100 MHz
Signaling
LVDS
Onboard Memory
2 Mb/channel (778993-01), 16 Mb/channel (778993-02), 128 Mb/channel (778993-03)
Maximum Number of Waveforms Stored
User-defined
Generation Modes
Single-waveform mode, Scripted mode
Triggers
Start, Pause, Script, Advance, Reference
Supported Development Environments
LabVIEW 7.0 or later, Microsoft Visual C/C++ 6.0 or later, LabWindows/CVI 6.0 or later
Software
NI-HSDIO driver, Digital Waveform Editor, Express VIs for LabVIEW 7.1 and later, Script Editor
Weight
12 oz.
Dimensions
8.5 x 0.8 x
Answer 1: 100 MHz
Answer 2: 16 channels
Answer 3: LVDS signaling
Answer 4: 128 Mb/channel
Answer 5: Yes
