Application Program Interface
allows developers to create code that works with operating systems, applications and websites.
See Also: API
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Databus-to-Network Interfaces
OBB2
Interface
The OBB2 is highly configurable and includes built-in standard peripherals (Ethernet, serial, and USB), along with four internal Cores that can be populated with a variety of databus protocols and discrete I/O modules. With the newest advanced set of MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC 429 modules, users can verify wave form compatibilities, test functions of bus shorts and opens, and—when combined with our CoPilot® software—perform lab, production and flight test verification and simulation right out of the box.
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USB-485/4, 4-Port, USB, RS485/RS422 Serial Interface Device
778476-104
Serial Interface
The USB‑485/4 interface transforms your USB port into a single asynchronous serial port for communication with RS485 and RS422 devices. You can use a USB‑485/4 port as a standard serial port from your application, including RTS/CTS hardware handshake lines. NI serial interfaces also appear as standard COM ports for compatibility with programs that use serial communications.
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USB 1553 and ARINC Appliance
USB-MA4
USB Interface
The industry’s first USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Multi-channel MIL-STD-1553 and/or ARINC-429 appliance!1-2 1553 Dual Redundant Channelsand/or 8 ARINC-429 Channels (4 RX/TX and 4 RX)Supports ARINC-717 (shared with 429 channels)
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Interface
RAR15X
Interface
Featuring high-level API for Microsoft® Windows® 7, 8, 8.1, 10, Server 2008 and Server 2012 R1/R2 (32 and 64 bit), Linux®, Integrity, and VxWorks® that reduces application development time, standard features of the RAR15X include 8 Mbytes of RAM and 64-bit message time tagging.
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1553 Avionics Interface 3U CPCI Card
QCP-1553 Series
Interface Card
The QCP-1553 module is a rugged, reliable, full featured, Compact PCI module designed to provide a stand-alone, MIL-STD-1553A/B interface for avionics applications. Up to four independent dual redundant MIL-STD-1553 databus streams are supported by the 3U QCP-1553 module. Additionally, the module offers full functional test, simulation, monitoring and databus analyzer functions for MILSTD-1553A/B applications. An onboard IRIG-B time code decoder and generator allows users to accurately synchronize single or multiple QCP-1553 modules to a common time source. The QCP-1553 module is available in dual or full function (RT simulation, monitoring, and bus controller) configurations.
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Portable Avionics Interfaces for USB 3.1
UA2000
Interface
The all-new USB 3.1 design and low-power requirements mean the UA2000 is compatible with USB 2, USB 3, USB 4, and Thunderbolt™ ports. The product ships with both USB-C and USB-A cables for easy connection to current and future computer ports.
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Multi-Channel, Multi-Protocol 1553, ARINC, WMUX Interface for 3U PXIe
Interface Module
Alta Data Technologies’ PXI Express interface modules offer a wide range of MIL-STD-1553, ARINC and WMUX configuration options using Alta’s PMC cards on a single-slot PXI Express 3U carrier. The cards are based on the industry’s most advanced 32-bit FPGA protocol engines, AltaCore™, and by a feature-rich application programming interface, AltaAPI™ (with LabVIEW SDK).
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Mini PCI Express Interface Card
MPCIE-1553
Interface Card
The MPCIE-1553 is a mini PCI Express Full-Mini Type 2 Interface Card for MIL-STD-1553 networks. Coupled with AltaAPI Represents the Latest MIL-STD-1553 32-bit FPGA Protocol Engine Technology with Multi-Layer Software - in an amazingly small package.
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PXI-8431/2 , 2-Port, RS485/RS422 PXI Serial Interface Module
778984-01
Serial Interface
2-Port, RS485/RS422 PXI Serial Interface Module - The PXI‑8431/2 is a high-performance interface for high-speed communication with RS485 and RS422 devices. It features high-performance DMA transfers, multithreading, and multiprocessor support. You can also select between 4‑ and 2‑wire transceiver modes for full- and half-duplex communication. NI serial interfaces also appear as standard COM ports for compatibility with programs that use serial communications.
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PCIe-8431, PCI Express, 2-Port, RS485/RS422 Serial Interface Device
782124-01
Serial Interface
The PCIe‑8431/2 is a high-performance interface for high-speed communication with RS485 and RS422 devices. It features high-performance DMA transfers, multithreading, and multiprocessor support. You can also select between … 4‑ and 2‑wire transceiver modes for full‑ and half‑duplex communication. NI serial interfaces also appear as standard COM ports for compatibility with programs that use serial communications.
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PCI Mezzanine Card
PNIC1G
Ethernet Interface
Each Ethernet interface supports 10, 100 and 1000 Mbits transmission rates with auto-negotiation for full duplex operation; 10 and 100 Mbit/s transmissions for half duplex operation, and is equipped with a 32 Kbit Serial EEPROM.
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3U CompactPCI Serial 4-Port USB 3.2/2-Port Ethernet Card
cPCI-A3USB
Ethernet Interface
- Follow PICMG® CompactPCI® Serial design guide- CompactPCI® Serial, 3U 4HP- 4x USB3.2 Gen 1 ports and 2x RJ45 2.5G LAN ports in front panel- 1x USB2.0 port on board- Operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C- Designed to meet EN50155 standards
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PCIe-8431, PCI Express, 16-Port, RS485/RS422 Serial Interface Device
780592-02
Serial Interface
The PCIe‑8431/16 is a high-performance interface for high-speed communication with RS485 and RS422 devices. It features high-performance DMA transfers, multithreading, and multiprocessor support. You can also select between 4‑ and 2‑wire transceiver modes for full‑ and half‑duplex communication. NI serial interfaces also appear as standard COM ports for compatibility with programs that use serial communications.
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PXIe-6594, FlexRIO High-speed Serial Module (28 Gbps), KU15P
786939-01
Serial Interface
PXIe, 28 Gbps, 8-Channel PXI High-Speed Serial Instrument. - The PXIe-6594 is designed for engineers who need to validate, interface through, and test serial protocols. It includes a Xilinx Kintex Ultrascale+ FPGA to implement various high-speed serial protocols, and it is … programmable in LabVIEW FPGA for maximum application-specific customization and reuse. The PXIe-6594 takes advantage of FPGA multigigabit transceivers for up to eight TX and RX lanes.
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Product
PXIe Remote Control Interface Module
43-921-003
Interface
The 43-921 PCI Express-to-PXI Express expansion kit provides control of PXI Express modules installed in a PXI Express chassis using high bandwidth PCI Express technology. The extension kit can provide up to 4GB/s using PCIe Gen 2 x8 signalling.
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Product
3U OpenVPX Sensor Interface Unit
SIU34
Sensor Interface Unit
The SIU34 is a highly configurable rugged system or subsystem ideally suited to support a multitude of Mil-Aero applications that require high-density I/O, communications, Ethernet switching and processing. The SIU34 leverages NAI’s 3U OpenVPX™ boards to deliver off-the-shelf solutions that accelerate deployment of SWaP-optimized systems in air, land and sea applications.
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Product
LIN Interface Module
C- Series
LIN Interface
C Series LIN Interface Modules are bus interfaces for developing applications with the NI-XNET driver. The NI-XNET device-driven DMA engine couples the LIN bus to host memory to minimize message latency. You can import, edit, and use signals from LDF databases in integrated LIN databases. C Series LIN Interface Modules work well for applications requiring real-time, high-speed manipulation of many LIN frames and signals, such as hardware-in-the-loop simulation, rapid control prototyping, bus monitoring, and automation control.
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Product
PXI Remote Control Interface Module
41-924-001
Remote Control Interface
Part of the PCIe to PXI Remote Control Interface Kit. The kit provides a seamless connection between a PC’s PCIe slot and a PXI chassis and is suitable for providing an interface to any PXI chassis.
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PXI-8532, 1-Port, PXI DeviceNet Interface Module
781063-01
Interface
1-Port, PXI DeviceNet Interface Module—The PXI‑8532 is a high-speed DeviceNet interface for developing applications with the NI‑Industrial Communications for DeviceNet driver. DeviceNet is based on the CAN physical layer and increases strength and interconnectivity by specifying various parameters, such as the required cable length, connectors, and baud rates. DeviceNet specifications are managed by OVDA, Inc. You can program the PXI‑8532 to add high-performance master/scanner or slave capabilities to DeviceNet networks.
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Interface Module for the Multimode, Muliprotocol Excalibur 8000 Family Carrier Boards
M8K1553MCH
Interface Module
The M8K1553MCH interface module for the multimode, multiprotocol, Excalibur 8000 family of carrier boards provide a complete solution for developing and testing 1553 interfaces and performing system simulation of the MIL-STD-1553 bus. The module handles all standard variations of the MIL-STD-1553 protocol.The M8K1553MCH contains 32k x 16 of dual-port RAM for Data blocks, Control registers, and Look-up tables. All Data blocks and Control registers are memorymapped and may be accessed in real time. The dual-redundant 1553 module may be programmed to operate in one of four modes of operation: Bus Controller, Remote Terminal, RT/Concurrent-Bus Monitor, and Bus Monitor. The M8K1553MCH comes complete with Windows software, and a C driver software library including source code.
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PCI Bus Interface
PCI-6713-4IP
Interface
PCI Bus Interface 3.3 / 5 Volt via PLX 9056 33/66MHz High Performance Floating-Point DSP Up to 300MHz system clock. Up to 32Mbytes of SDRAM 4.0 Mbit flash memory for bootstrap program.
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PXI-8430, 16-Port, RS232 PXI Serial Interface Module
779948-01
Serial Interface
16-Port, RS232 PXI Serial Interface Module - The PXI‑8430/16 is a high-performance interface for high-speed communication with RS232 devices. It features high-performance DMA transfers, multithreading, and multiprocessor support. NI serial interfaces also appear as standard COM ports for compatibility with programs that use serial communications.
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COM-HPC Server Type 10G OCP Mezzanine Card
OCP-4x10G-SFP+
Network Interface Controller
- Supports up to four 10GbE Fiber interface (10G-SFP+)- Compatible with PICMG COM-HPC Rev 1.0 Server Type compliant- For COM-HPC-ALT module
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NI-9871, 4-Port, RS485/RS422 C Series Serial Interface Module
779892-03
Serial Interface
The NI‑9871 adds RS485/RS422 serial ports to CompactRIO systems. The serial ports are accessed directly from the FPGA to offer you flexibility in communicating with serial devices. The module has individual buffers on every port that save FPGA space and simplify programming. The NI‑9871 supports standard start bit, stop bit, and handshaking settings. It uses an external power to provide maximum compatibility and reliability under all serial port conditions.
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PXIe-8522, 4-Port, 1000BASE-T1 PXI Automotive Ethernet Interface Module
787312-01
Ethernet Interface
PXIe, 4-Port, 1000BASE-T1 PXI Automotive Ethernet Interface Module - The PXIe-8522 is a 1000BASE-T1 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) module for developing applications with the NI‑XNET driver. With this hardware, you can develop applications that require Automotive Ethernet to test … and validate automotive electronic control units (ECUs). The PXIe-8522 provides up to four independent endpoints or up to two network terminal access points (TAPs). It features onboard hardware timestamping and can act as up to four separate 802.1AS masters or slaves, so it can synchronize with an external network as well as the rest of a PXI system. The PXIe-8522 also provides LEDs on the front panel to help you monitor the network link and activity.
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Interface
RMAC-VME
Interface
Designed for laboratory simulation and production test applications, the Modular Avionics Controller (RMAC) is an intelligent, high performance 6U VME product supporting ARINC protocols and other serial communications. As an evolutionary follow-on product to the successful VME-AIC product line, the RMAC-VME provides a single integrated interface to multiple avionics protocols on VMEbus platforms.
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Product
MIL-STD-1553 PCI Interface Card
PCI-1553
Interface Card
Alta Data Technologies’ PCI-1553 and PCIC-1553 (PMC on PCI carrier) interface modules are multi-channel (1-4) 1553 cards supported by the latest software technologies. These PCI cards are based on the industry’s most advanced 32-bit 1553 FPGA protocol engine, AltaCore™, and by a feature-rich application programming interface, AltaAPI™, which is a multi-layer ANSI C and Windows .NET 2.0 (MSVS 2005 C++, C#, VB .NET) architecture. This hardware and software package provides increased system performance and reduces integration time.
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PXIe-8285, 2-Port, 25 Gigabit, RDMA PXI Ethernet Interface Module
788510-01
Ethernet Interface
The PXIe-8285 is a high-performance 25-Gigabit remote direct memory access (RDMA) interface for PXI Express. This module includes two 25-Gigabit Ethernet SFP28 ports in a single-slot PXI Express module and supports RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE).
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IVN-8561, Automotive Ethernet Interface Device
786169-01
Ethernet Interface
2-Channel, 4-Port, 100BASE-T1 to 100BASE-TX Automotive Ethernet Interface Device—The IVN-8561 is an interface that converts 100BASE-T1 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) automotive Ethernet to standard 100BASE-TX Ethernet. It is ideal for developing applications that require automotive Ethernet to test and validate automotive electronic control units (ECUs). The IVN-8561 provides two channels to convert data between 100BASE-TX Ethernet and 100BASE-T1 Automotive Ethernet. Each 100BASE-T1 port can be configured as master or slave, using switches on the front panel. The IVN-8561 also provides LED on the front panel so that you can monitor the linkage and activity on the various ports.
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Low-profile High-Performance IEEE488 GPIB Interface for PCIe Bus
LPCIe-3488A
Interface
The IEEE-488 standard, also known as GPIB, is a bus interface that connects instruments with a computer to form an ATE system. Today, GPIB is still the most popular interface between computer and instruments. ADLINK"s USB-3488A, LPCI-3488A and LPCIe-3488A controller interface cards are fully compatible with the IEEE-488.2 instrumentation control and communication standard and are capable of controlling up to 14 stand-alone instruments via IEEE-488 cables. The USB-3488A, LPCI-3488A and LPCIe-3488A are designed to meet the requirements of high performance and maximum programming portability.
