National Instruments SCXI -1122 User Manual

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Chapter 1 Introduction© National Instruments Corporation 1-5 SCXI-1122 User ManualCustom CablesThe SCXI-1122 rear signal connector is a 50-pin male ribbon-cable header. The manufacturerpart number that National Instruments uses for this header is as follows:• AMP Inc. (part number 1-103310-0)The mating connector for the SCXI-1122 rear signal connector is a 50-position polarizedribbon-socket connector with strain relief. National Instruments uses a polarized or keyedconnector to prevent inadvertent upside-down connection to the SCXI-1122. Recommendedmanufacturer part numbers for this mating connector are as follows:• Electronic Products Division/3M (part number 3425-7650)• T&B/Ansley Corporation (part number 609-5041CE)Standard 50-conductor, 28 AWG, stranded ribbon cables that you can use with these connectorsare as follows:• Electronic Products Division/3M (part number 3365/50)• T&B/Ansley Corporation (part number 171-50)The SCXI-1122 front connector is a 48-pin DIN C male connector. The manufacturer partnumber that National Instruments uses for this connector is as follows:• ERNI (part number 913523)The mating connector for the SCXI-1122 front connector is a 48-pin DIN C female connector.National Instruments uses a polarized connector to prevent inadvertent upside-down connectionto the SCXI-1122. The manufacturer part number that National Instruments uses for thisconnector is as follows:• ERNI (part number 913524; right-angle pins)UnpackingYour SCXI-1122 module is shipped in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic damage tothe module. Electrostatic discharge can damage several components on the module. To avoidsuch damage in handling the module, take the following precautions.• Ground yourself via a grounding strap or by holding a grounded chassis such as your SCXIchassis.• Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of your SCXI chassis before removing themodule from the package.• Remove the module from the package and inspect the module for loose components or anyother sign of damage. Notify National Instruments if the module appears damaged in anyway. Do not install a damaged module into your SCXI chassis.• Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.