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NI WLS-9163

Wi-Fi C Series Single Module Carrier

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  • IEEE 802.11b/g (Wi-Fi) wireless and Ethernet communications interfaces
  • Advanced security with 128-bit AES data encryption and IEEE 802.11i (WPA2) support
  • Two digital PFI lines for triggering and sample clock import/export
  • Support for subset of NI C Series modules (see overview tab)
  • Carriers sold separately as WLS-9163 or in a kit with select C Series modules as WLS-9xxx
  • Voted 2009 Test Product of the Year by Test & Measurement World magazine
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The NI WLS-9163 is a single module C Series carrier providing both 802.11b/g and Ethernet connectivity back to a host PC. NI C Series modules deliver direct sensor connections and built-in signal conditioning for a variety of measurements, including temperature, strain, acceleration, current, and voltage. You can use the modules interchangeably for a variety of measurement and control applications across several platforms, including NI CompactDAQ and CompactRIO, and an NI single module USB carrier. You may purchase WLS-9163 carriers and C Series modules separately or together as WLS-9xxx devices. See the C Series Module Compatibility Chart under the Resources tab for a complete list of C Series modules and supported carriers.

Security
NI Wi-Fi DAQ devices implement the highest commercially available wireless network security standard, IEEE 802.11i (commonly known as WPA2), including IEEE 802.1X network authentication and 128-bit AES data encryption.

Synchronization
You can synchronize a WLS-9163 with other devices by using two onboard individually programmable digital trigger lines to export or import sample clocks, start triggers, pause triggers, and reference triggers.

NI-DAQmx Measurement Services Software
NI-DAQmx driver and measurement services software provides easy-to-use configuration and programming interfaces with features such as the DAQ Assistant and automatic code generation to help reduce development time. Every Wi-Fi DAQ device also includes a copy of LabVIEW SignalExpress LE software so you can quickly acquire, analyze, and present data without programming.

¹ NI-DAQmx 8.8 (and later) provides support for LabVIEW 7.1, 8.2, 8.5, 8.6, and later.

Data Sheet | View Pricing and Purchasing Information »

Part Number Description Est Ship  US Dollars Qty
NI WLS-9163
780495-01NI WLS-9163 IEEE 802.11b/g Carrier for C Series Modules1 - 3$ 449.00
763000-01Power Cord, AC, U.S., 120 VAC10 - 15$ 9.00
763068-01Power Cord, 240V, 10A, North American5 - 10$ 19.00
Optional Accessories
779689-01DIN Rail Mounting Kit for DAQ and GPIB Devices5 - 10$ 29.00
194611-01NI 9942 4-Position Connector Kit5 - 10$ 9.00

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Specifications Documents


Specifications Summary

General
Product Name WLS-9163
Form Factor CompactDAQ , Wireless
Operating System/Target Windows
LabVIEW RT Support No
Operating Relative Humidity 0.0
Chassis
Power Supply AC/DC
Number of Slots 1
Maximum System Bandwidth 5
Remote Power Inhibit Control and Voltage Monitoring No
Total Available Power 4.5
Input Voltage Range 9 V , 30 V
Built-In Trigger Yes
Analog Input FIFO Size (maximum) 8191
Counter/Timers
Counters 0
Ethernet
Network Interface 10BaseT , 100BaseTX
Communication Rates 10/100 Mpbs, autonegotiated
Wireless
Wireless Standard IEEE 802.11b , IEEE 802.11g
Security WEP-40 , WEP-104 , WPA , WPA2
Directivity Omni
Shock and Vibration
Operational Shock 30
Random Operating Frequency Range 5 500
Random Vibration 0.3
Physical Specifications
Length 18.2 cm
Width 9.5 cm
Height 3.7 cm
Weight 256 gram
Minimum Operating Temperature 0 °C
Maximum Operating Temperature 55 °C
Maximum Altitude 2000 m

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Extended Warranties

National Instruments designs and manufactures all products to minimize failures, however unexpected failures can still occur. Extended warranties provide a fixed economical price at the time of system purchase, covering any repair costs for up to three years. In addition, they offer the following benefits:

  • Significant cost savings compared to individual repair incidents
  • Fault location, diagnostics, and repair by NI any time the system product fails
  • All parts and labor costs covered as well as any adjustments needed to restore the hardware to manufacturing specifications

For more information about your warranty options:

Calibration

NI recognizes the need to maintain properly calibrated devices for high-accuracy measurements. NI provides manual calibration procedures, services to recalibrate your products, and automated calibration software to calibrate many NI measurement products.

Training

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Repair Services

Return your registered product under warranty at no additional labor and parts cost. NI offers fault location, diagnostics, and repair any time the system fails as well as any adjustments needed to restore the hardware to manufacturing specifications.

Technical Support

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Module Options For Your NI System


NI now has over 50 C Series modules for your NI CompactDAQ, CompactRIO, or single module carrier. Several of these modules are also supported by other platforms including USB, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi (802.11). See what new measurements you can add to your existing system using the Compatibility Chart and watching the video below.



View C-Series Compatibility Chart

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