Interfacing PXI Modules Using C/C++

Updated Mar 26, 2025

Reported In

Software

  • LabVIEW
  • LabWindows/CVI

Driver

  • NI-DMM

Issue Details

 Is there a way to access PXI modules from C/C++ without needing LabWindows/CVI or LabVIEW?

Solution

Yes, most National Instrument's cards have C Language Support installed by their drivers.
  1. You need to manually select them during the installation/repair process.

Additional Information

The driver C Language Support also installs different example programs. Look at Related Links for some example programs locations and additional information.

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