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NI releases LabWindows/CVI 8.1 Real-Time Module

National Instruments is releasing the NI LabWindows/CVI 8.1 Real-Time Module, an extension to the proven ANSI C development environment that makes it easy for engineers to create and deploy reliable and deterministic applications to dedicated real-time hardware such as PXI and desktop PCs. LabWindows/CVI Real-Time takes advantage of network variables to simplify the process of transferring data between real-time and Windows applications. The software also introduces a new high-resolution timing engine for achieving more precise timing and determinism.

31st August 2009

Multisim 10.0 and Ultiboard 10.0 help to save time

National Instruments Electronics Workbench Group is releasing Multisim 10.0 and Ultiboard 10.0, the latest versions of its interactive SPICE simulation and circuit analysis software used for schematic capture, interactive simulation, board layout and integrated testing. This platform extends the flexibility of virtual instrumentation to the electronics designer's benchtop, bridging the common gap between test and design functions. With the combination of National Instruments' Multisim 10.0 circuit simulation software and LabVIEW measurement software, engineers creating custom printed circuit boards (PCBs) can now easily compare simulated and real-world data, resulting in fewer design iterations, reduced prototyping errors and shorter time to market.

31st August 2009

CompactDAQ gains 19 I/O modules and LabVIEW SignalExpress

National Instruments has nearly tripled the number of I/O modules available for NI CompactDAQ, adding several new key measurements and capabilities to the USB-based modular data acquisition system. Additionally, every NI CompactDAQ chassis is shipped with the new National Instruments LabVIEW SignalExpress data-logging software, providing quick acquisition, analysis and presentation of data in an interactive, non-programming environment. The new software option and broad range of I/O modules provide a simple, complete and powerful data-logging system for electrical and sensor measurements on the benchtop, in the field, and on the production line.

31st August 2009

LabVIEW SignalExpress simplifies data logging and more

National Instruments is extending its LabVIEW graphical system design platform with the release of LabVIEW SignalExpress, an interactive measurement software tool that simplifies data logging, instrument control and academic instruction. Built on the basic measurement, analysis and reporting capabilities of NI LabVIEW graphical programming, LabVIEW SignalExpress delivers an easy-to-use, drag-and-drop experience for controlling hundreds of measurement devices.

31st August 2009

PCI cards convert desktop PCs into oscilloscopes

National Instruments is introducing PCI versions of two popular high-speed and high-density digitisers/oscilloscopes, extending the company's high-speed PCI offering to 2GS/s and its low-cost PCI offering to £330 (EUR475) per channel.

31st August 2009

LabVIEW SignalExpress improves productivity

National Instruments recently launched NI LabVIEW SignalExpress, an extension of the popular LabVIEW graphical system design platform, for acquiring, analysing and presenting data without programming. LabVIEW SignalExpress is interactive measurement software that improves productivity by means of an intuitive drag-and-drop environment for managing measurements and signals from more than 400 standalone and modular instruments. LabVIEW SignalExpress also eliminates tedious off-line analysis through real-time analysis during data acquisition. Engineers can also publish measurement and analysis results in customised reports.

31st August 2009

NI Sound and Vibration Measurement Suite Version 5.0

National Instruments is releasing version 5.0 of the NI Sound and Vibration Measurement Suite, the interactive sound and vibration analysis software that includes the NI Sound and Vibration Assistant. The Sound and Vibration Measurement Suite 5.0 is the most comprehensive National Instruments collection of analysis and signal processing tools for noise, vibration, harshness (NVH); machine condition monitoring; and audio test applications.

31st August 2009

LabVIEW 8.2.1 operates with Windows Vista

National Instruments is releasing a new version of LabVIEW, the graphical design platform for test, control and embedded system development, for use with Windows Vista. NI LabVIEW 8.2.1 includes both the desktop development environment as well as related application software including the LabVIEW Real-Time and LabVIEW FPGA modules. NI is also releasing new 32-bit and 64-bit hardware drivers with support for the 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows Vista. For the first time, NI is offering PXI embedded controllers with Windows Vista pre-installed as the default operating system.

31st August 2009

MATRIXx 8.0 improves user interface and project management

National Instruments is releasing MATRIXx 8.0, an industry-proven software suite for model-based design, simulation and embedded code generation. In addition to a revamped user interface, MATRIXx 8.0 introduces a project-based development environment to help engineers, designers and researchers in industries such as aerospace and automotive better manage large projects. The latest version of the software also offers backward-compatibility with MATRIXx 7.1, making it easy for users to import their catalogues and models into the new version without any conversion.

31st August 2009

NI announces TestStand 4.0

National Instruments is announcing NI TestStand 4.0, the latest version of the company's test management software designed to help engineers develop and deploy automated validation and manufacturing test systems. The new version of NI TestStand features a streamlined sequence editor that reduces development time and increases ease of use. Engineers can use the new sequence editor to easily reconfigure the NI TestStand development environment to meet the functionality requirements of advanced systems or to facilitate the use of basic software features for new users. With the preconfigured step templates in the new sequence editor, engineers can easily reuse preconfigured test templates to quickly build test sequences and save time in test system development.

31st August 2009