NI 5431 Composite Video Generator
Generating a Standard Video Signal

Basic Create Composite Signal from BMP Image generates an NTSC, PAL, or SECAM data array, depending on the selected video format, downloads the data to the NI PXI/PCI-5431, and automatically starts generating the video signal.

You can access this example VI by selecting Functions»Video Generation»Generator Examples»Basic create composite signal from BMP image.

To generate a standard video signal, complete the following steps:

1. Launch the example VI.
2. Make sure the module ID value matches the value assigned by MAX during configuration of the module.
3. On the front panel, use the operating tool and the up and down arrows on the Video type control to select the appropriate video format.
4. Run the VI. The Input BMP File? dialog box appears, prompting you to select the bitmap image file to convert to video.
5. Double-click the BMPs shortcut to browse in a subdirectory for a bitmap image file based on the video format you chose in step 3. Refer to Basic Examples for more information.
6. Double-click the subdirectory, then double-click a .bmp file.

Note  To avoid being prompted for the bitmap image file, enter the file path in Input BMP file path before running the VI.

After a few seconds, a video signal generates on the output connector.