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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652
RF Signal Generator
Note
Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652
(NI 5650/5651/5652) as a stand-alone device. The NI 5650/5651/5652 is a continuous-wave
RF signal generator with modulation capability. The NI 5650/5651/5652 ships with the
NI-RFSG instrument driver, which you use to program the device.
To access NI 5650/5651/5652 documentation, navigate to Start»All Programs»National
Instruments»NI-RFSG»Documentation.
The specifications document for your device is installed with the driver software. Refer to
ni.com/manuals
for the most recent specifications for your device.
Caution
manner not described in this document.
Hot Surface
handling temperatures and cause burns. Allow the NI 5650/5651/5652 to cool before
removing it from the chassis.
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines............................................................................... 2
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
Verifying the Kit Contents................................................................................................ 3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 4
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the NI 5650/5651/5652............................................................................................. 5
Installing the SMA Cables................................................................................................ 6
Configuring the NI 5650/5651/5652 in MAX.......................................................................... 9
The protection provided by this product may be impaired if it is used in a
If the NI 5650/5651/5652 has been in use, it may exceed safe
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Note Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller. This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 (NI 5650/5651/5652) as a stand-alone device. The NI 5650/5651/5652 is a continuous-wave RF signal generator with modulation capability. The NI 5650/5651/5652 ships with the NI-RFSG instrument driver, which you use to program the device. -
Page 2: Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines
Furthermore, any modifications to the product not expressly approved by National Instruments could void your authority to operate it under your local regulatory rules. -
Page 3: Verifying The Kit Contents
For more information about compatible chassis options, refer to ni.com. • A PXI Express embedded controller or MXI controller system that meets the system requirements specified in this guide and chassis documentation. NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 3... -
Page 4: Preparing The Environment
Follow the instructions in the installation prompts to install the NI-RFSG driver software. Note Windows users may see access and security messages during installation. Accept the prompts to complete the installation. When the installer completes, restart your system. 4 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 5: Installing The Ni 5650/5651/5652
Ensure that the ejector handle is in the unlatched (downward) position. Place the module edges into the module guides at the top and bottom of the chassis. Slide the device into the slot until it is fully inserted. NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 5... -
Page 6: Installing The Sma Cables
Connect the cable center pin on the SMA cable to the SMA connector on the appropriate device. Note Ensure that the SMA cable center pins properly align with the SMA connectors to avoid bending the cable pins or damaging the front panel 6 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 Getting Started Guide... - Page 7 The NI 5650/5651/5652 RF signal generator module contains three connectors and two multicolor LEDs. Note The following figure depicts the NI 5652 module front panel, although each NI 5650/5651/5652 module front panel contains the same connectors and LEDs. NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 7...
- Page 8 EMC performance. If this device has been in use, it may exceed safe handling temperatures and cause burns. Allow the device to cool before removing it from the chassis. 8 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 Getting Started Guide...
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Page 9: Configuring The Ni 5650/5651/5652 In Max
Use Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) to configure your National Instruments hardware. MAX informs other programs about which devices reside in the system and how they are configured. MAX is automatically installed with NI-RFSG. Launch MAX. NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 9... -
Page 10: Programming The Ni 5650/5651/5652
You can generate signals interactively using the NI-RFSG Soft Front Panel (SFP) or you can use the NI-RFSG instrument driver to program your device in the supported ADE of your choice. 10 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 11: Ni-Rfsg Examples
You can locate LabVIEW or LabWindows/CVI examples with the NI Example Finder. Within LabVIEW or LabWindows/CVI, select Help»Find Examples and navigate to Hardware Input and Output»Modular Instruments. NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 11... -
Page 12: Generating A Signal Using The Ni-Rfsg Soft Front Panel
You can use the Search button on the Functions palette to find the NI- RFSG palette. Add the core NI-RFSG VIs from the NI-RFSG palette to the block diagram, and wire the VIs together as shown in the following figure. 12 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 Getting Started Guide... - Page 13 Enclose the niRFSG Check Generation Status VI in the While Loop, as shown in the following figure. Figure 7. The niRFSG Check Generation Status VI Enclosed in the While Loop NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 13...
- Page 14 Create an error indicator by right-clicking the error out output of the niRFSG Close VI and selecting Create»Indicator. Verify that the VI block diagram and VI front panel now look similar to the following figures. 14 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 Getting Started Guide...
- Page 15 Click the VI front panel STOP button to stop sine wave generation. You have successfully generated a continuous sine wave signal using the NI-RFSG instrument driver and the NI 5650/5651/5652. NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 15...
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Page 16: Troubleshooting
Right-click the Start screen, and select All apps»Control Panel» Hardware and Sound»Device Manager. Windows 7 Select Start»Control Panel»Device Manager. Windows Vista Select Start»Control Panel»System and Maintenance»Device Manager. Windows XP Select Start»Control Panel»System»Hardware»Device Manager. 16 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 17: What Should I Do If The Module Fails The Self-Test
If you are using a PXI controller, verify that a National Instruments entry appears in the system device list. Reinstall NI-RFSG and the device if error conditions appear in the list. If you are using an MXI controller, right-click PCI-to-PCI Bridge, and select Properties from the shortcut menu to verify that the bridge is enabled. -
Page 18: Where To Go Next
RF fundamentals, device features, and programming with NI-RFSG. Worldwide Support and Services The National Instruments website is your complete resource for technical support. At ni.com/ support, you have access to everything from troubleshooting and application development self-help resources to email and phone assistance from NI Application Engineers. - Page 19 National Instruments corporate headquarters is located at 11500 North Mopac Expressway, Austin, Texas, 78759-3504. National Instruments also has offices located around the world. For telephone support in the United States, create your service request at ni.com/support...
- Page 20 Other product and company names mentioned herein are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies. For patents covering National Instruments products/technology, refer to the appropriate location: Help»Patents in your software, the file on your media, or the National Instruments Patent Notice at .