NI-SWITCH supports single module scanning for PXI/PXI Express switches in NI-SWITCH and NI-DAQmx.
Note   Some devices may not support scanning. Refer to your device book for more information about supported features.

NI-SWITCH

To scan individual switches using NI-SWITCH, you can write a scan list or use the programming examples.

NI-DAQmx

For information about developing a single switch scanning application using NI-DAQmx, refer to the NI-DAQmx Help.

Determining the Scanning Setup

The scanning setup is dependent on your hardware and triggering scheme. Based on your hardware and triggering scheme requirements, choose one of the following scanning setups:

PXI/PXI Express Scanning—Synchronous

  • Setup 1—Using Internal PXI Trigger Lines
  • Setup 2—Using AUX Trigger Cable Connected to Front of PXI/PXI Express Switch

PXI/PXI Express Scanning—Handshaking

  • Setup 3—Using Internal PXI Trigger Lines
  • Setup 4—Using AUX Trigger Cable Connected to Front of PXI/PXI Express Switch