NI Measurement & Automation Explorer 2.2.0

NI Measurement & Automation Explorer, also known as NI MAX, is a software utility that allows users to configure and manage National Instruments hardware devices.

NI MAX provides a user-friendly interface for device discovery, system configuration, instrument control, and resource monitoring. It simplifies the setup and management of NI hardware devices.

NI MAX can be launched by searching for 'Measurement & Automation Explorer' in the Windows Start menu or by clicking on the NI MAX icon in the National Instruments software suite.

With NI MAX, you can discover connected National Instruments hardware devices, configure device settings such as timing, sampling rate, and communication protocols, calibrate instruments, monitor resources like memory and CPU usage, and perform diagnostics and troubleshooting tasks.

While NI MAX is primarily designed to work with National Instruments hardware devices, it also supports certain third-party instruments that comply with industry-standard interfaces such as GPIB, USB, and Ethernet. However, full compatibility cannot be guaranteed for non-NI devices.

NI MAX is primarily designed for Windows operating systems. However, National Instruments provides similar configuration tools like System Configuration API (SCAPI) and IVI Configuration Store (IVIC), which are available for various other platforms including Linux and macOS.

Yes, NI MAX provides various programming interfaces such as LabVIEW, LabVIEW NXG, C/C++, and .NET that allow you to automate device configuration, control, and monitoring tasks. These APIs enable seamless integration with other software applications.

You can update NI MAX by downloading and installing the latest version from the National Instruments website or by using the National Instruments Software Manager utility, which provides automatic updates for installed software.

Yes, National Instruments provides comprehensive documentation, tutorials, and online support resources for NI MAX. You can find official documentation on the National Instruments website and access community forums and technical support for further assistance.

NI MAX comes bundled with various National Instruments software suites and development environments. The licensing model depends on the specific software package or bundle you use. You may need a valid license or subscription to access certain advanced features or modules.