This document explains how to connect to the NI 9266. In this document, the NI 9266 with screw terminal and the NI 9266 with DSUB are referred to inclusively as the NI 9266. Before you begin, complete the software and...
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Withstand up to 3,000 V RMS, verified by a 5 s 3,000 m dielectric withstand test Measurement Category II is for measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the electrical distribution system. 4 | ni.com | NI 9266 Getting Started Guide...
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Such voltage measurements include signal levels, special equipment, limited-energy parts of equipment, circuits powered by regulated low-voltage sources, and electronics. Do not connect the NI 9266 with DSUB to Caution signals or use for measurements within Measurement Categories II, III, or IV.
Categories CAT II, CAT III, or CAT IV. Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations The NI 9266 is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4 hazardous locations; Class I, Zone 2, AEx nA IIC T4 Gc and Ex nA IIC T4 Gc hazardous locations;...
II 3G and is suitable for use in Zone 2 hazardous locations, in ambient temperatures of -40 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 70 °C. If you are using the NI 9266 in Gas Group IIC hazardous locations, you must use the device in an NI chassis that has been evaluated as Ex nC IIC T4, Ex IIC T4, Ex nA IIC T4, or Ex nL IIC T4 equipment.
In addition, take precautions when designing, selecting, and installing measurement probes and cables to ensure that the desired EMC performance is attained. 10 | ni.com | NI 9266 Getting Started Guide...
Preparing the Environment Ensure that the environment in which you are using the NI 9266 meets the following specifications. Operating temperature -40 °C to 70 °C (IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2) Operating humidity 10% RH to 90% RH, (IEC 60068-2-78) noncondensing...
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Connecting the NI 9266 External Power Supply Power Supply DC/DC Isolated DAC Protection Load Common NI 9266 Mode Voltage 14 | ni.com | NI 9266 Getting Started Guide...
Connecting an External Power Supply You must connect an external power supply with a 9 V DC to 30 V DC voltage range to the NI 9266. This power supply provides the current for the devices you connect to the module.
Use ferrules to terminate wires to the detachable connector. • Use the NI 9928 connector backshell kit. Overvoltage Protection The NI 9266 provides overvoltage protection for each channel. Refer to the device datasheet on ni.com/manuals Note for more information about overvoltage protection.
(EMC) and product safety. You can obtain the DoC for your product by visiting ni.com/certification. If your product supports calibration, you can obtain the calibration certificate for your product at ni.com/calibration. 18 | ni.com | NI 9266 Getting Started Guide...
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