Description
The PCI-MXI-2 is a plug-in circuit board designed for VXI remote controllers. It carries part numbers 777185-01 and 182685K-01, indicating its specific model identity within the product range. This device is specifically built to bridge PCI-based computers, allowing them to communicate and control VXI modules efficiently.
Regarding its technical capabilities, the PCI-MXI-2 supports D64, block, and synchronous MXI cycles for communication, ensuring versatile and reliable data transfer. It is also designed to support MXI bus termination, which is crucial for the stability and integrity of communication signals across the bus. The device adheres to the PCI specification 2.0 and MXIbus specification 2.0, ensuring compatibility and performance according to established standards.
The board boasts a 32-bit data path and a minimum of 32 kb of programmable memory space, providing ample bandwidth and storage for various control and data acquisition tasks. Furthermore, it includes an onboard EEPROM that is divided into factory and user-configuration sections, allowing for customizable and flexible usage scenarios.
Software compatibility is a key feature of the PCI-MXI-2, with support for NI-VXI/NI-VISA, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, and Measurement Studio. This wide range of compatible software ensures that users can deploy the device within a variety of development environments, leveraging the specific tools and libraries they prefer. Additionally, the Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) serves as a convenient configuration tool, simplifying setup and configuration tasks.
Physically, the device comes with terminating resistor networks in single inline packages for MXIbus termination. It weighs 0.4 lbs and has dimensions of 6.875 x 4.2 inches, making it a compact and manageable addition to any PCI-based computer setup. Despite being announced as obsolete, it remains available from Apex Waves, offering a valuable option for systems requiring VXI remote controllers.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 777185-01, 182685K-01 |
| Category | VXI Remote Controllers |
| Model | PCI-MXI-2 |
| Type | Plug-in Circuit Board |
| Compatibility | PCI-based computers |
| Communication | Supports D64, block, and synchronous MXI cycles |
| Bus Termination | Supports MXI bus termination |
| Specifications Compliance | PCI specification 2.0, MXIbus specification 2.0 |
| Programmable Memory Space | 32 kb minimum |
| Data Path | 32 bits |
| EEPROM | Onboard, with factory and user-configuration sections |
| Software Compatibility | NI-VXI/NI-VISA, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio |
| Configuration Tool | Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) |
| MXIbus Termination | Terminating resistor networks in single inline packages |
| Weight | 0.4 lbs |
| Dimensions | 6.875 x 4.2 in |
| Obsolete Status | Announced but available from Apex Waves |
Question 1: What are the part numbers for the PCI-MXI-2?
Answer 1: 777185-01 and 182685K-01.
Question 2: What type of cycles does the PCI-MXI-2 support?
Answer 2: D64, block, and synchronous MXI cycles.
Question 3: How much programmable memory does it have?
Answer 3: At least 32 kb.
Question 4: Which software is compatible with the PCI-MXI-2?
Answer 4: NI-VXI/NI-VISA, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio.
Question 5: What is the weight and dimensions of the PCI-MXI-2?
Answer 5: 0.4 lbs and 6.875 x 4.2 inches.
