User manual

NPort 5000AI-M12 Series Getting Started
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NPort 5450AI-M12 Series Appearance
Connecting the Hardware
This section describes how to connect NPort 5000AI-M12 to serial devices for first time testing purposes. We
cover Wiring Requirements, Connecting the Power, Connecting to the Network, Connecting to a
Serial Device, and LED Indicators.
Wiring Requirements
ATTENTION
Safety First!
Be sure to disconnect the po
wer cord before installing and/or wiring your NPort 5000AI-M12 Series.
Wiring Caution!
Calculate the maximum possible current in each power wire and common wire. Observe all electrical codes
dictating the maximum current allowable for each wire size.
If the current goes above the maximum ratings, the wiring could overheat, causing serious damage to your
equipment.
Temperature Caution!
Please take care when handling NPort
5000AI-M12. When plugged in, NPort 5000AI-M12’s internal
components generate heat, and consequently the casing may feel hot to the touch. When installed with other
components, make sure that there is at least 2 cm clearance on all sides of NPort
5000AI-M12
in order to allow
proper heat dissipation.