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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
PCIe-5785
12-Bit, 6.4 GS/s, 2-Channel FlexRIO IF Transceiver Device
This document explains how to install, configure, test, and use the PCIe-5785. You can
program the PCIe-5785 with the following software options.
•
FlexRIO driver software
•
NI LabVIEW Instrument Design Libraries for FlexRIO (instrument design libraries)
Note
Adapter modules are not installable or interchangeable on the PCIe-5785.
Contents
FlexRIO Documentation and Resources...................................................................................2
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 3
PCIe-5785 Kit Contents............................................................................................................ 3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 3
Installing the Application Software and Driver........................................................................ 4
Installing the PCIe-5785........................................................................................................... 4
PCIe-5785 Front Panel..............................................................................................................5
Configuring the PCIe-5785 in MAX........................................................................................ 7
FlexRIO Examples.................................................................................................................... 8
Accessing FlexRIO Examples.......................................................................................... 8
Block Diagram.......................................................................................................................... 8
Component-Level Intellectual Property (CLIP)......................................................................11
Making a Measurement with LabVIEW................................................................................. 12
Synchronization...................................................................................................................... 12
Sharing Signals and Triggers with Another PCI Express FlexRIO Device....................13
Sharing Signals and Triggers with PCI Express Devices Using RTSI........................... 13
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 14
What Should I Do if the PCIe-5785 Doesn't Appear in MAX?......................................14
What Should I Do if the PCIe-5785 Fails the Self-Test?................................................ 14
Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 14
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 15
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
GETTING STARTED GUIDE PCIe-5785 12-Bit, 6.4 GS/s, 2-Channel FlexRIO IF Transceiver Device This document explains how to install, configure, test, and use the PCIe-5785. You can program the PCIe-5785 with the following software options. • FlexRIO driver software • NI LabVIEW Instrument Design Libraries for FlexRIO (instrument design libraries) Note Adapter modules are not installable or interchangeable on the PCIe-5785. -
Page 2: Flexrio Documentation And Resources
FlexRIO devices. Verifying the System Requirements To use the PCIe-5785, your system must meet certain requirements. For more information about minimum system requirements, recommended system, and supported application development environments (ADEs), refer to the readme, which is available on the software media or online at ni.com/updates. -
Page 3: Unpacking The Kit
Maintain Forced-Air Cooling Note to Users – PCIe-5785 Getting Started Guide (this document) Preparing the Environment Ensure the environment in which you are using the PCIe-5785 meets the following specifications. Operating environment Ambient temperature range 0 °C to 45 °C (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-1 and IEC-60068-2-2. -
Page 4: Installing The Application Software And Driver
Locate a compatible slot and remove the corresponding slot cover on the computer back panel. Touch any metal part of the computer to discharge any static electricity. Insert the module into the slot you selected. Gently rock the module in to place without forcing it. 4 | ni.com | PCIe-5785 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 5: Pcie-5785 Front Panel
Connect the 6-pin PCI Express power connector from the power supply to the PCIe-5785. Replace any access panels on the computer case. - Page 6 Figure 2. PCIe-5785 Front Panel PCIe-5785 REF/ CLK IN 4Vpp MAX The following table describes the signal connections for the PCIe-5785. 6 | ni.com | PCIe-5785 Getting Started Guide...
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Page 7: Configuring The Pcie-5785 In Max
— Notice The maximum input signal levels are valid only when the module is powered on. To avoid permanent damage to the PCIe-5785, do not apply a signal to the device when the module is powered down. Notice Connections that exceed any of the maximum ratings of any connector on the PCIe-5785 can damage the device and the chassis. -
Page 8: Flexrio Examples
Refer to ni.com/examples for these examples and for more information. Block Diagram The following figure shows a block diagram of the carrier portion of the PCIe-5785 (KU035 FPGA version). 8 | ni.com | PCIe-5785 Getting Started Guide... - Page 9 DRAM Bank 0 DRAM Bank 1 (2 GB) (2 GB) Reference Clock The following figure shows a block diagram of the carrier portion of the PCIe-5785 (KU040 and KU060 FPGA versions). PCIe-5785 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 9...
- Page 10 Module Clocking Clk 100 Synchronization Clk 10 DRAM Bank 0 DRAM Bank 1 (2 GB) (2 GB) Reference Clock The following figure shows a block diagram of the I/O portion of the PCIe-5785. 10 | ni.com | PCIe-5785 Getting Started Guide...
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Page 11: Component-Level Intellectual Property (Clip)
CLIP allows your IP to communicate directly with both the FPGA VI and the external adapter module connector interface. The PCIe-5785 ships with socketed CLIP items that add module I/O to the LabVIEW project. PCIe-5785 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 11... -
Page 12: Making A Measurement With Labview
You can use the compact synchronization interface cable (part number 769693-01) to share a Reference Clock and triggers between the PCIe-5785 and another PCI Express FlexRIO device. You also can use the compact synchronization interface to RTSI adapter (part number 147008A-01L) to synchronize the PCIe-5785 with a PCI Express device that supports synchronization using RTSI. -
Page 13: Sharing Signals And Triggers With Another Pci Express Flexrio Device
Sharing Signals and Triggers with PCI Express Devices Using RTSI Mount the RTSI adapter on the top of the PCIe-5785 using the attached mounting screws. Install the PCIe-5785 and up to five additional PCI Express devices in one PCI Express backplane. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
Insert one end of the compact synchronization interface cable into the synchronization connector on the PCIe-5785. Ensure the contacts on the cable are facing the PCIe-5785. Insert the other end of the compact synchronization interface cable into the closest synchronization connector on the RTSI adapter. -
Page 15: Worldwide Support And Services
1 866 ASK MYNI (275 6964). For support outside the United States, visit the Worldwide Offices section of ni.com/niglobal access the branch office websites, which provide up-to-date contact information. PCIe-5785 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 15... - Page 16 NI trademarks. Other product and company names mentioned herein are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies. For patents covering NI products/technology, refer to the appropriate location: Help»Patents in your software, the file on your media, or the National Instruments Patent Notice at . You can find patents.txt ni.com/patents...
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