Unpacking; Verifying The Kit Contents - National Instruments 5401 Getting Started Manual

2. Unpacking

NI signal generators ship in an antistatic envelope to prevent electrostatic
discharge (ESD). ESD can damage several components on the device.
Caution
To avoid damage when handling the device, take the following precautions:
• Ground yourself using a grounding strap or by touching a grounded
object.
• Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of your computer chassis
before removing the device from the package.
Remove the device from the envelope and inspect it for loose components or
any sign of damage. Notify NI if the device appears damaged in any way.
Do not install a damaged device into your computer.
Store the device in the antistatic envelope when not in use.

3. Verifying the Kit Contents

The following items are included in the NI signal generator kit:
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NI signal generator
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SMB-BNC cable (NI 5404/5412/5421/5422/5441/5442 only)
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NI-FGEN instrument driver DVD-sized case, which contains the
following items:
– NI-FGEN CDs, which include the NI Signal Generators Help
– NI Signal Generators Getting Started Guide
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NI Analog Waveform Editor CD. Eligible hardware kits receive an
activation license. (NI 5412/5421/5422/5441/5442 only)
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Other included documents:
– The specifications document for the NI signal generator
– Read Me First: Safety and Radio-Frequency Interference
– Maintain Forced-Air Cooling Note to Users (except the
NI 5401/5404/5411/5431 devices)
– Retrofitting Your PXI Module Note to Users
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(NI 5431 only) NI Composite Video Generator CD
NI SIgnal Generators Getting Started Guide
Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.
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