National Instruments 779886-33 Embedded PXI Controller

Part number 779886-33 from National Instruments is the part number for the PXI-8106 Embedded PXI Controller with Real-Time Embedded Software- made specifically for handling and reacting to tasks in a real-time setting. Featuring a dual-core T7400 processor that has an on-die L2 cache of 4,096 KB, the 779886-33 is an excellent choice for applications in a wide range of test systems. 

The system memory utilizes Dual-Channel DDR2 RAM with a standard 512 MB and a maximum of 2 GB. Designed for enhanced connectivity, the front panel of the 779886-33 boasts various connectors to accommodate a wide range of functionalities. For video input connections, the controller features a DVI-I connector that has a 24-pin DSUB configuration. A 9-pin DSUB connector enables connection to the Serial I/O interface, while an RJ45 port makes 10/100/1000 Ethernet connections possible. The four USB ports on the front panel of the 779886-33 provide the controller with Hi-Speed USB capabilities through the use of USB 4-pin Series A stacked receptacles. 

Connections between the 779886-33 and peripheral devices are facilitated by a 36-pin champ parallel port, which operates according to the specifications of the IEEE 1284 standard. In addition, PXI triggers can be routed either to or from the trigger bus of the backplane using the SMB trigger connector. Finally, the 779886-33 allows for ExpressCard/34 expansion when utilizing the ExpressCard/34 slot and modules.

The 779886-33 is designed to operate within a wide temperature range of 5 to 50 °C. It measures 8.1 cm × 13 cm × 21.6 cm (3.2 in. × 5.1 in. × 8.5 in.) and weighs an easily manageable 0.94 Kg (2.1 lb).