Description
The product with the part number 776482-01, which also carries the alternate part number 181155-01, falls under the category of VXI Remote Controllers. This specific model, known as the SB-MXI, is a special order item labelled as the “SB-MXI Board Only Kit”. Manufactured by National Instruments, it is designed to be an integral part of the VME-SB2020 interface kit, serving as an interface board.
The SB-MXI model is compatible with both Solaris 1.x and Solaris 2.x operating systems, ensuring versatility in various computing environments. Its software compatibility extends to NI-VXI software, LabVIEW, and LabWindows, facilitating a wide range of applications from presentation and data acquisition to data analysis, instrument control, and programming.
For optimal performance, installation of the SB-MXI is recommended in an end slot to avoid cable interference, highlighting the thoughtful consideration given to its design for practical use cases. It requires a 2 m Type M1 MXIbus cable for connection, emphasizing the need for specific components to ensure functionality. The configuration of this device is simplified, with no switches or jumpers involved; it utilizes geographic addressing from the SBus for seamless integration.
The device leverages a Level-3 SBus interrupt for efficient operation, and its current measurement stands at 2.5 A typically, with a maximum of 3.5 A. These technical specifications underscore the SB-MXI’s robustness and capability to handle demanding applications in various professional settings.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 776482-01 |
| Alternate Part Number | 181155-01 |
| Category | VXI Remote Controllers |
| Model | SB-MXI |
| Description | Special Order – SB-MXI Board Only Kit |
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Interface | Interface Board part of the VME-SB2020 interface kit |
| Compatibility | Solaris 1.x and Solaris 2.x |
| Software Compatibility | NI-VXI software, LabVIEW, LabWindows |
| Application | Presentation, data acquisition, data analysis, instrument control, programming |
| Installation | Recommended in an end slot to avoid cable interference |
| Cable Requirement | 2 m Type M1 MXIbus cable |
| Configuration | No switches or jumpers; uses geographic addressing from the SBus |
| Interrupt | Level-3 SBus interrupt |
| Current Measurement | 2.5 A typical, 3.5 A maximum |
