IVN-8563 is designed for use in a system that may require hardware, drivers, and software to optimize IVN-8563 for your application. Use the minimum required IVN-8563 system components as a starting point for building your system.

Note A system and the surrounding environment must meet the requirements defined in the relevant specifications.
Table 1. Minimum Required IVN-8563 System Components
Component Description and Recommendations
IVN-8563

Your IVN-8563 device.
Cables and Accessories

 Cables and accessories allow connectivity to/from your instrument for measurements. Refer to Cables and Accessories for recommended cables and accessories and guidance.

Optional IVN-8563 Related Products

Use related products to optimize IVN-8563 for your application.

Table 2. Optional Related Products and Descriptions
Product type Product Name Description
Automotive Ethernet Interface Module PXIe-8623 This 4-port module is ideal for developing applications to test and validate automotive electronic control units (ECUs). The PXIe-8623 User Manual contains information about PXIe-8623 hardware and software requirements.

Cable Recommendations and Accessory Part Numbers

The IVN-8563 has specific cable requirements for each connector.

Cables

Cabling for port 1 connections must be 10BASE-T1S compliant, shielded or unshielded twisted pair cable, with a maximum length of 25 m and cable impedance of 100 Ω ±10%.

Cabling for port 2 connections must be Cat 5e or higher Ethernet cable.

The included USB type-A to USB type-C cable connects a suitable power source, such as a PC or an industrial controller, to the USB type-C power connector on the IVN-8563.

A USB cable with a USB mini-B (miniUSB) connector is required for advanced device configuration. Note that the CONFIG port is for configuration only and cannot power the device.

Accessories

Table 3. Accessory Descriptions and Part Numbers
Accessory Part Number Description
NI 9913 DIN rail mounting kit 781740-01 Contains one clip for mounting the IVN-8563 on a standard 35 mm DIN rail.

Wiring the IVN-8563

A terminal block header is required to connect to the IVN-8563 10BASE-T1S port (PORT 1). The IVN-8563 kit includes a compatible plug. Attach the plug to a twisted-pair cable.