The NI PXI-8360 is a PXI remote control module that establishes a high-bandwidth MXI-Express x1 link between a host computer and a PXI system. It enables software-transparent control of PXI and CompactPCI systems from a remote PC without requiring additional programming. The module delivers 132 MB/s MXI bandwidth with 100 MB/s sustained throughput and supports cable runs up to 7 meters, making it ideal for distributed test architectures in mobile field testing, vehicle data logging, NVH analysis, NDT, and RF applications.
Technical Specifications
Interface & Performance
• MXI-Express x1 interface
• MXI bandwidth: 132 MB/s
• Sustained throughput: 100 MB/s maximum
• Maximum cable length: 7 meters
• MXI Ports: 1
Physical & Power
• Dimensions: 10.0 cm × 16.0 cm (3.9 in. × 6.3 in.)
• Weight: 0.33 lb (0.15 kg)
• +3.3 V: 2.5 A typical, 3 A maximum
• +5 V: 10 µA typical, 3 mA maximum
• +12 V: 750 µA typical, 1 mA maximum
• +5 VAUX: 0.3 A typical, 0.4 A maximum
Installation
• One PXI peripheral slot required
• Must be installed in controller slot (slot 1)
• Supported cable type: MXI-Express x1 copper cables
– Key Features
• Two status LEDs for power supply and link state indication
• MXIbus slave state machine monitors address decoders and reacts to MXIbus cycles
• PCI Express to PCI bridge interface
• Operating temperature range: 0 to 55 °C
– Compatibility & Integration
Fully compatible with PXI Hardware Specification Revision 1.0 and PXI-5 Express Hardware Specification Revision 1.0. Supports control of CompactPCI systems and integrates with host PCs, laptops, and motherboards featuring PCI, PCI Express, or ExpressCard slots. Configuration managed through PXI Platform Services software and Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX). Daisy chaining is not supported for multiple PXI Express chassis.
