2. Fasten the DIN rail kit to the NI 9147 using the screwdriver and M4 × 25 flathead screws.
NI provides these screws with the DIN rail mounting kit. Tighten the screws to a
maximum torque of 1.3 N · m (11.5 lb · in.).
Note You must use the screws provided with the NI DIN rail mounting kit
because they are the correct depth and thread for the DIN rail clip.
Clipping the Device on a DIN Rail
Complete the following steps to clip the NI 9147 on a DIN rail.
1. Insert one edge of the DIN rail into the deeper opening of the DIN rail clip.
2. Press down firmly to compress the spring until the clip locks in place on the DIN rail.
Caution Ensure that no C Series modules are in the NI 9147 before removing it
from the DIN rail.
Mounting the Device on a Rack
You can use the following rack mount kits to mount the NI 9147 and other DIN rail-mountable
equipment on a standard 482.6 mm (19 in.) rack.
• NI Sliding Rack-Mounting Kit, 779102-01
• NI Rack-Mounting Kit, 781989-01
Note You must use the NI DIN rail mounting kit, 779019-01, in addition to a rack-
mounting kit.
Mounting the Device on a Desktop
You can use the NI desktop mounting kit to mount the NI 9147 on a desktop.
What to Use
• NI 9147
• Screwdriver, Phillips #2
• NI desktop mounting kit, 779473-01
– Desktop mounting brackets (x2)
What to Do
Complete the following steps to mount the NI 9147 on a desktop.
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