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NI PXIe-4138 Getting Started Manual

Pxie, ±60 v, ±3 a (dc)/±10 a (pulsed) precision system pxi source measure unit
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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI PXIe-4138/4139
PXIe, ±60 V, ±3 A (DC)/±10 A (Pulsed) Precision System PXI Source
Measure Unit
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the PXIe-4138/4139. The
PXIe-4138/4139 ships with NI-DCPower driver software, which you can use to program the
module.
Note
Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
Note
In this document, the PXIe-4139 (40W) and PXIe-4139 (20W) are referred to
inclusively as the PXIe-4139. The information in this document applies to all
versions of the PXIe-4139 unless otherwise specified. To determine which version of
the module you have, locate the device name in one of the following places:
•
In MAX-The PXIe-4139 (40W) shows NI PXIe-4139 (40W), and the
PXIe-4139 (20W) shows as NI PXIe-4139.
•
Device front panel-The PXIe-4139 (40W) shows PXIe-4139 40W System
SMU, and the PXIe-4139 (20W) shows NI PXIe-4139 Precision System SMU
on the front panel.
Contents
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
Kit Contents.............................................................................................................................. 2
Other Equipment....................................................................................................................... 3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 3
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 3
Installing the PXIe-4138/4139.................................................................................................. 4
PXIe-4138 Pinout .....................................................................................................................6
PXIe-4139 Pinout .....................................................................................................................8
Configuring the PXIe-4138/4139 in MAX............................................................................... 9
Self-Calibrating the PXIe-4138/4139..................................................................................... 10
Programming the PXIe-4138/4139......................................................................................... 11
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 13
Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis Is On?...............................................14
What Should I Do if the PXIe-4138/4139 Fails the Self-Test?.......................................14
Where To Go Next.................................................................................................................. 15
NI Services.............................................................................................................................. 15

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    PXIe, ±60 V, ±3 A (DC)/±10 A (Pulsed) Precision System PXI Source Measure Unit This document explains how to install, configure, and test the PXIe-4138/4139. The PXIe-4138/4139 ships with NI-DCPower driver software, which you can use to program the module. Note Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.

  • Page 2: Verifying The System Requirements

    Verifying the System Requirements To use the NI-DCPower instrument driver, your system must meet certain requirements. Refer to the product readme, which is available on the driver software media or online at ni.com/manuals, for more information about minimum system requirements, recommended system, and supported application development environments (ADEs).

  • Page 3: Other Equipment

    Other Equipment There are several required items not included in your PXIe-4138/4139 kit that you need to operate the PXIe-4138/4139. Your application may require additional items not included in your kit to install or operate your PXIe-4138/4139. Required Items •...

  • Page 4: Installing The Pxie-4138/4139

    NI Package Manager downloads with the driver software to handle the installation. Refer to the NI Package Manager Manual for more information about installing, removing, and upgrading NI software using NI Package Manager.
  • Page 5 14. Power on the chassis. Related Information Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis Is On? on page 14 NI PXIe-4138/4139 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments Corporation | 5...

  • Page 6: Pxie-4138 Pinout

    , 3 A MAX 150 V MAX to SENSE GUARD GUARD SENSE OUTPUT CAT I Table 1. Signal Descriptions Item Description Access Status LED Active Status LED Output LO Sense LO Guard Output HI 6 | ni.com | NI PXIe-4138/4139 Getting Started Guide...
  • Page 7 Output Channel State (Off) Channel not operating in a programmed state Green Channel operating in a programmed state Channel disabled because of error, such as an overcurrent condition NI PXIe-4138/4139 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments Corporation | 7...

  • Page 8: Pxie-4139 Pinout

    150 V MAX to SENSE SENSE GUARD GUARD GUARD GUARD SENSE SENSE OUTPUT CAT I OUTPUT CAT I Table 4. Signal Descriptions Item Description Access Status LED Active Status LED Output LO 8 | ni.com | NI PXIe-4138/4139 Getting Started Guide...

  • Page 9: Configuring The Pxie-4138/4139 In Max

    Configuring the PXIe-4138/4139 in MAX Use Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) to configure your NI hardware. MAX informs other programs about which NI hardware products are in the system and how they are configured. MAX is automatically installed with NI-DCPower.

  • Page 10: Self-Calibrating The Pxie-4138/4139

    Self-calibrate the PXIe-4138/4139 by clicking the Self-Calibrate button in MAX or calling niDCPower Cal Self Calibrate or niDCPower_CalSelfCalibrate. The PXIe-4138/4139 modules are externally calibrated at the factory but you should perform a self-calibration in all of the following situations: •...

  • Page 11: Programming The Pxie-4138/4139

    Programming the PXIe-4138/4139 You can generate signals interactively using InstrumentStudio or you can use the NI-DCPower instrument driver to program your device in the supported ADE of your choice. NI PXIe-4138/4139 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments Corporation | 11...
  • Page 12 • From Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX), select a device and then click Test Panels..This launches InstrumentStudio and runs a soft front panel for the device you selected. 12 | ni.com | NI PXIe-4138/4139 Getting Started Guide...

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    NI-DCPower does not ship with installed C/C++ examples. Troubleshooting If an issue persists after you complete a troubleshooting procedure, contact NI technical support or visit ni.com/support. What Should I Do if the PXIe-4138/4139 Doesn't Appear in MAX? In the MAX configuration tree, expand Devices and Interfaces.

  • Page 14: Why Is The Access Led Off When The Chassis Is On

    Windows 7 Select Start»Control Panel»Device Manager. Verify the PXIe-4138/4139 appears in the Device Manager. Under an NI entry, confirm that a PXIe-4138/4139 entry appears. Note If you are using a PC with a device for PXI remote control system, under System Devices, also confirm that no error conditions appear for the PCI-to-PCI Bridge.

  • Page 15: Where To Go Next

    NI product. Product registration facilitates technical support and ensures that you receive important information updates from NI. NI corporate headquarters is located at 11500 N Mopac Expwy, Austin, TX, 78759-3504, USA. NI PXIe-4138/4139 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments Corporation | 15...
  • Page 16 . You can find patents.txt ni.com/patents information about end-user license agreements (EULAs) and third-party legal notices in the readme file for your NI product. Refer to the Export Compliance Information at for the NI global trade compliance policy and how ni.com/legal/export-compliance...

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