Acquire Image FAQs

What types of images does Vision Assistant support?

Vision Assistant supports the following image types: 8-bit, 16-bit, float, RGB, and HSL.

Can I wait for a trigger indefinitely?

No, the maximum amount of time you can wait for a trigger before timing out is 60,000 ms (60 seconds).

Which triggers can I use for my NI image acquisition device?

The PCI/PXI-1407 and PCI/PXI-1411 can use only external trigger 0. All other NI image acquisition devices can use all the trigger lines.

What are the voltage limits of the trigger signal?

The voltage limits are 0–5 V TTL.

What should I do if my device does not appear in the Devices list?

Save your work in Vision Assistant. Close Vision Assistant and open MAX. Refer to the Measurement & Automation Explorer Help for NI-IMAQ for troubleshooting tips. You can access the Measurement & Automation Explorer Help for NI-IMAQ in MAX by clicking Help»Help Topics»NI-IMAQ.