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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Overview
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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
NI WLS-9163
780495-01	NI WLS-9163 IEEE 802.11b/g Carrier for C Series Modules	1 - 3	$ 449.00
763000-01	Power Cord, AC, U.S., 120 VAC	10 - 15	$ 9.00
763068-01	Power Cord, 240V, 10A, North American	5 - 10	$ 19.00
Optional Accessories
779689-01	DIN Rail Mounting Kit for DAQ and GPIB Devices	5 - 10	$ 29.00
194611-01	NI 9942 4-Position Connector Kit	5 - 10	$ 9.00

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Specifications Documents

Specifications Summary

General
Form Factor	CompactDAQ, Wireless
Operating System / Target	Windows
LabVIEW RT Support	No
Number of Slots	1
Maximum System Bandwidth	5 S/s
Built-In Trigger	Yes
Analog Input FIFO Size (maximum)	8191
Electrical
Remote Power-inhibit Control and Voltage Monitoring	No
Total Available Power	4.5 W
Input Voltage Range	9..30 V
Counter/Timers
Number of Counter/Timers	0
Ethernet
Network Interface	100BaseTX, 10BaseT
Communication Rates	10/100 Mpbs, autonegotiated
Wireless
Radio Mode	IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
Security	WEP-104, WEP-40, WPA, WPA2
Directivity	Omni
Physical Specifications
Length	18.2 cm
Width	9.5 cm
Height	3.7 cm
Weight	256 gram
Operating Temperature	0..55 °C

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Significant cost savings compared to individual repair incidents
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All parts and labor costs covered as well as any adjustments needed to restore the hardware to manufacturing specifications

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