67xx Models : DAQ Analog Output Cable and Accessory Compatibility

Updated Oct 4, 2024

Overview

Use this guide to match your NI Analog Output (AO) 67xx Models PCMCIA, PCI, PXI, or PXI Express (PXIe) DAQ device with a compatible cable and accessory to meet the needs of your application, replacing or expanding your current configuration, or verifying that existing parts can be used in a different configuration.

NI Analog Output 67xx Models (formerly referred to as NI AO Series) are the current generation of NI Analog Output DAQ hardware. They allow for analog output, and digital and counter input and output through a variety of connectivity options.

This page is part of the NI DAQ Multifunction I/O Cable and Accessory Compatibility Guide.

How to Use this Guide
Device List
Cable and Accessory Compatibility Tables
Known Limitations and Issues List
Glossary
Ordering Information
Additional Resources

How to Use this Guide

It is important to work through this guide sequentially to identify and then pair up your device with compatible cables and accessories. To do this, complete the following steps:

Find your module or device in the Device List.
Use the Cable and Accessory Compatibility Tables to identify your device.
Check the Known Limitations and Issues List for any known limitations you may encounter.

Note: Using the page search functionality in your browser to locate your model may speed up this process, typically CTRL+F on Windows or ⌘+F on OS X.

Device List

Begin by using the following tables to locate your device or module. Once found, note your connector type, pin count, and any other notes for reference. Next, move to the Cable and Accessory Compatibility Tables.

Important Note: "Group" used in this context is solely to categorize devices together that use the same cables and accessories. It does not necessarily indicate similar functionality, specifications, or other commonalities between the devices.

Group 1: 68-Pin Analog Output 67xx Models Device And Module

Model	Connector Type	Notes
DAQCard-6715	VHDCI	PCMCIA interface. Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List
PCI-6722	VHDCI	Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List
PXI-6722	VHDCI	Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List
PCI-6723	VHDCI	Dual Connector. Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List
PXI-6723	VHDCI	Dual Connector. Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List
PCIe-6738	VHDCI	Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List
PXIe-6738	VHDCI	Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List
PXIe-6379	VHDCI	Dual Connector. Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List

Group 2: 68-Pin Analog Output 67xx Models Device and Module

Identify your 68-pin SCSI 0.050 D-Type device or module, then click to jump to the compatibility table.
Model	Connector Type	Notes
PCI-6703	SCSI
PCI-6704	SCSI
PXI-6704	SCSI
PCI-6711	SCSI	Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List
PXI-6711	SCSI	Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List
PCI-6713	SCSI	Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List
PXI-6713	SCSI	Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List
PCI-6731	SCSI	Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List
PCI-6733	SCSI	Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List
PXI-6733	SCSI	Refer to the Known Limitations and Issues List

Cable and Accessory Compatibility Tables

Find the compatibility table that matches the pin count and connector type of your device. If you have questions on terminology, refer to the Glossary. After you have identified the cable and accessory options for your device from this section, move to the Known Limitations and Issues List.

Note: To help keep the size down of the compatibility tables, the terms terminal block and connector block are used interchangeably.

Group 1: VHDCI 68-Pin Analog Output 67xx Models Device And Module

Known Limitations and Issues List

This section is important to review because not every cable and accessory combination allows access to the full functionality of your NI DAQ Analog Output 67xx (formerly AO Series) device or module. This list contains notes about known limitations when using certain combinations of DAQ cables and accessories. If your device or cable is not listed in this section, there are no known exceptions for it.

Devices or Modules:

Review this table to identify potential limitations and known issues with your device or module.
Model	Note
PCI/PXI-6711 PCI/PXI-6713 PCI/PXI-6722 PCI/PXI-6723 PCI-6731 PCI/PXI-6733	The Analog Output Series User Manual (June 2007), P/N 370735E-01, incorrectly lists TB-68 as a supported accessory. The correct accessory model is the TBX-68, as listed in this guide. When using with the TB-2705, the PXI-6711 doesn't use all the terminals available on the terminal block.
DAQCard-6715	The SHC68U-68-EP cable listed in the Analog Output Series User Manual (June 2007), P/N 370735E-01, is supported, but no longer available for purchase. The Analog Output Series User Manual (June 2007), P/N 370735E-01, incorrectly lists TB-68 as a supported accessory. The correct accessory model is the TBX-68, as listed in this guide.
PCIe-6738 PXIe-6738 PXIe-6739	The part number for the SHC68-68-A2 cable is 157599-01. (PXIe-6738/6739) The SH68-C68-S is only for use when integrating the NI 6738/6739 into a NI 6723 system. Refer to the NI PXIe-6738/6739 User Manual for more information. The BNC-2110 Installation Guide (October 2007), P/N 372121F-01 lists support for the NI 673x, however this does not apply to the NI 6738 and NI 6739.

Cables:

Review this table to identify potential limitations and known issues with your cable.
Model	Note
SHC68-68-EPM	For VHDCI connections, NI recommends that you use the SHC68-68-EPM cable; however, an SH68-68-EP cable will work with NI Analog Output 67xx Models. The SHC68-68-EPM cable is a newer design featuring additional shielding and specific cable pairings to improve noise performance.
SHC68-C68-EPM	The SHC68-C68-EPM can be used for any device or module for which the SHC68-68-EPM is recommended. The SHC68-C68-EPM is intended for custom breakout fixtures that use the VHDCI 0.8 mm connector. NI DAQ accessories only feature a SCSI 0.050 D-Type connector and will not work with this cable.
SH68-68-EPM	For SCSI 0.050 D-Type connections, NI recommends that you use the SH68-68-EPM cable; however, an SH68-68-EP cable will work with NI Analog Output 67xx Models. The SH68-68-EPM cable is a newer design featuring additional shielding and specific cable pairings to improve noise performance.

Glossary

Review the DAQ Cable and Accessory Guides for more information about this terminology and other descriptors.

0.050 D-Type - Industry standard SCSI connector standard featuring 0.050 pin spacing that is used in 50, 68, and 100-position DAQ cable and accessory connections. Click here for an example (68-pin).
Ribbon Cable - A low-cost unshielded cable solution. Click here for an example.
Shielded Cable - A high performance cable solution that offers noise reduction through shielded conductors. Click here for an example.
Shielded Terminal Block or Connector Block - A high performance accessory solution offering very low-noise signal termination through shielding. Click here for an example.
Unshielded Terminal Block or Connector Block - An alternative low cost accessory solution that does not offer shielding. Click here for an example.
Very-High-Density Cable Interconnect (VHDCI) - An improvement on the SCSI 68-pin connector featuring .8 mm pin spacing, allowing a smaller footprint and fewer bent pins during connection. Click here for an example.

Ordering Information

When purchasing an NI DAQ Analog Output 67xx Model device or module, for ease of use, the cables and accessories are listed on the product selection page. To begin browsing NI DAQ devices and modules, visit ni.com/daq.

You may also purchase your cables and accessories separately.

Additional Resources

Module or Device	Cables	Accessories
		Shielded				Unshielded
		Screw Terminal Block	BNC Terminal Block	Terminal Block- PXI Mounted		Screw Terminal Block – DIN Rail Mount	Screw Terminal Block
6715	SHC68-68-EPM (Recommended, Shielded) P/N 192061-01 (1 m) P/N 192061-02 (2 m) P/N 192061-05 (5 m) P/N 192061-0R5 (0.5 m) RC68-68 (Low Cost) P/N 187252-01 (1 m) P/N 187252-0R25 (0.25 m) P/N 187252-0R5 (0.5 m)	SCB-68A P/N 782536-01	BNC-2110 P/N 777643-01		N/A	TBX-68 P/N 777141-01		CB-68LP (vertical mount) P/N 777145-01 CB-68LPR (right-angle mounted) P/N 777145-02
6722, 6723 Connector 0	SH68-C68-S  (Recommended, Shielded) P/N 186381-01 (1 m) P/N 186381-0R5 (0.5 m) P/N 186381-02 (2 m) RC68-68 (Low Cost) P/N 187252-01 (1 m) P/N 187252-0R25 (0.25 m) P/N 187252-0R5 (0.5 m)	SCB-68A P/N 782536-01	BNC-2110 P/N 777643-01		N/A	TBX-68 P/N 777141-01		CB-68LP (vertical mount) P/N 777145-01 CB-68LPR (right-angle mounted) P/N 777145-02
6723 Connector 1	SH68-C68-S  (Recommended, Shielded) P/N 186381-01 (1 m) P/N 186381-0R5 (0.5 m) P/N 186381-02 (2 m) RC68-68 (Low Cost) P/N 187252-01 (1 m) P/N 187252-0R25 (0.25 m) P/N 187252-0R5 (0.5 m)	SCB-68A P/N 782536-01	N/A		N/A	TBX-68 P/N 777141-01		CB-68LP (vertical mount) P/N 777145-01 CB-68LPR (right-angle mounted) P/N 777145-02
6738, 6739 Connector 0 & Connector 1 (if equipped)	SHC68-68-A2 (Recommended, Shielded)_¹P/N 157599-01 (1 m) P/N 157599-02 (2 m) P/N 157599-0R5 (0.5 m) SH68-C68-S  (Recommended, Shielded) P/N 186381-01 (1 m) P/N 186381-0R5 (0.5 m) P/N 186381-02 (2 m) RC68-68 (Low Cost) P/N 187252-01 (1 m) P/N 187252-0R25 (0.25 m) P/N 187252-0R5 (0.5 m)	SCB-68A P/N 782536-01	N/A		N/A	TBX-68 P/N 777141-01		CB-68LP (vertical mount) P/N 777145-01 CB-68LPR (right-angle mounted) P/N 777145-02

¹Please review Known Limitations and Issues List for information on using this cable or accessory.

Module or Device	Cables	Accessories
		Shielded				Unshielded
		Screw Terminal Block	BNC Terminal Block	Terminal Block- PXI Mounted		Screw Terminal Block – DIN Rail Mount	Screw Terminal Block
6703, 6704	SH68-68-D1 (Recommended, Shielded) P/N 183432-01 (1 m) P/N 183432-0R4 (0.4 m) P/N 183432-02 (2 m) P/N 183432-05 (5 m) P/N 183432-10 (10 m) R6868 (Low Cost) P/N 182482-01 (1 m) P/N 182482-0R25 (0.25 m)	SCB-68A P/N 782536-01	N/A		N/A	TBX-68 P/N 777141-01		CB-68LP (vertical mount) P/N 777145-01 CB-68LPR (right-angle mounted) P/N 777145-02
6711, 6713 6731, 6733	SH68-68-EPM (Recommended, Shielded) P/N 199006-01 (1 m) P/N 199006-0R25 (0.25 m) P/N 199006-0R35 (0.35 m) P/N 199006-0R5 (0.5 m) P/N 199006-02 (2 m) P/N 199006-05 (5 m) P/N 199006-10 (10 m) R6868 (Low Cost) P/N 182482-01 (1 m) P/N 182482-0R25 (0.25 m	SCB-68A P/N 782536-01	BNC-2110 P/N 777643-01		TB-2705¹P/N 778241-01	TBX-68 P/N 777141-01		CB-68LP (vertical mount) P/N 777145-01 CB-68LPR (right-angle mounted) P/N 777145-02

¹TB-2705 can only be attached directly to PXI modules front connector, and does not require a cable.

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