Description
The NI PCI-8511/2 is a sophisticated piece of automotive networking equipment categorized under Automotive Networking Products. Its part number is 198980C-22L (780682-01), indicating its unique identification within this category. This model, known as PCI-8511, is designed to provide a reliable CAN Interface that is both low-speed and fault-tolerant, equipped with 2 ports for versatile connectivity options.
Its functionality is aimed at enabling rapid ongoing control across various coverings and CAN signals. It facilitates equipment on top of it reproduction, bus monitoring, and automation control, making it ideal for quick prototyping of control systems. The device is powered by the NI-XNET driver, ensuring seamless integration and robust performance.
A notable feature of the NI PCI-8511/2 is its capability for low-level microcontroller programming, which is complemented by support for development on Windows and LabVIEW Real-Time OS. The inclusion of a DMA engine and a driver-level signal Database engine enhances its functionality. Moreover, it supports a wide range of communication protocols including CAN, LIN, and FlexRay, making it a versatile tool for automotive networking.
The device supports various database formats such as FIBEX, CANdb (.DBC), LDF, and NI-CAN NCD, providing flexibility in data management and system integration. Its integration capabilities extend to embedded network design workflows, ensuring that it can be seamlessly incorporated into a variety of projects.
In terms of performance, the NI PCI-8511/2 significantly reduces system latency, bringing it down from milliseconds to microseconds. This reduction in latency is crucial for real-time applications where timely data processing and response are critical. Additionally, it offloads repetitive processing tasks, thereby enhancing system efficiency and performance.
Last but not least, the device offers synchronization support through NI RTSI, ensuring that it can work in tandem with other devices and systems to achieve precise timing and coordination across various tasks and processes. This feature is particularly important in complex automotive networking systems where synchronization is key to ensuring accurate and reliable operation.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 198980C-22L (780682-01) |
| Category | Automotive Networking Products |
| Model | PCI-8511 |
| Description | NI PCI-8511/2, CAN Interface, Low-Speed/Fault-Tolerant, 2 Port |
| Functionality | Rapid ongoing control for many coverings and CAN signals, equipment on top of it reproduction, quick prototyping of control, bus monitoring, automation control |
| Driver | NI-XNET |
| Features | Low-level microcontroller programming, Windows and LabVIEW Real-Time OS development, DMA engine, Driver-level signal Database engine, Support for CAN, LIN, and FlexRay |
| Supported Database Formats | FIBEX, CANdb (.DBC), LDF, NI-CAN NCD |
| Integration | Embedded network design workflows |
| Performance | Reduces system latency from milliseconds to microseconds, offloads repetitive processing |
| Synchronization Support | NI RTSI |
Question 1: What is the part number for NI PCI-8511?
Answer 1: 198980C-22L (780682-01)
Question 2: How many ports does the NI PCI-8511/2 have?
Answer 2: 2 ports
Question 3: What driver powers the NI PCI-8511?
Answer 3: NI-XNET driver
Question 4: What OS does NI PCI-8511 support for development?
Answer 4: Windows and LabVIEW Real-Time OS
Question 5: What type of synchronization does NI PCI-8511 offer?
Answer 5: NI RTSI
