National Instruments 777317-2020 Real-Time/Ethernet Controller

National Instruments part number 777317-2020 is an identifying part number of the NI cFP-2020, a Compact FieldPoint LabVIEW Real-Time/Ethernet Controller designed for advanced applications requiring industrial-grade reliability. The 777317-2020 is equipped with an Ethernet port, four serial ports, removable CompactFlash storage, and expanded DRAM (32 MB) memory, providing a robust platform for data logging, analog processing, and discrete control systems.

This controller features four serial ports, including three RS-232 DTE ports and one RS-485 DTE port, supporting a wide range of communication needs. The device’s internal nonvolatile storage of up to 64 MB allows for reliable data retention, making it suitable for stand-alone applications. It is used for executing PID control loops, operating valves and motors, taking measurements, and performing real-time analysis and simulation. The controller is equipped with 1 Ethernet port featuring a 10BaseT and 100BaseTX Ethernet network interface.

Once deployed, the 777317-2020 can communicate with other cFP-2020 controllers, FieldPoint cFP-2020 smart controllers, or non-smart network interfaces like the FP-16xx and FP-1000. This interface automatically distributes I/O measurements to a Windows-based PC running FieldPoint Explorer, LabVIEW, the LabVIEW Datalogging and Supervisory Control (DSC) Module, or any LabVIEW Real-Time controller.

This controller is part of the NI LabVIEW Real-Time (RT) Series, which emphasizes the ability to acquire and process signals in real time, control systems, and store data in a nonvolatile memory. It supports headless operation and embedded system monitoring, designed for deployment in environments where traditional PC-based systems would be unsuitable due to harsh conditions or limited access.