I've searched the forums and learned that the 1-counter-low-frequency vi from the digital frequency measurement library fits my needs (roughly 2500 Hz to 25000 Hz signal freq range, DAQpad-6016 device).  I thought all I needed to add to the example code was a while loop with a delay, and a gauge.
 
But the vi outputs zero fairly often, and I don't see why.  I don't think the input signal is dropping out, so it must be another one of those newbie mistakes I keep making!  

 
 
I've attached my vi.  Thanks for any insight!
 
 
Jeff
					
				
			
			
				
	Jeff
Climbing the Labview learning curve!
Sanarus Medical
Pleasanton, CA