National Instruments NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Manual
250 khz to 20 ghz amplitude extender
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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI PXIe-5696
250 kHz to 20 GHz Amplitude Extender
Note
Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-5696 (NI 5696) as a
20 GHz amplitude extender (AE) module to the NI PXIe-5654 (NI 5654) RF signal generator.
The NI 5696 ships with the NI-RFSG instrument driver, which you use to program the device.
Note
The NI 5696 AE module is supported for use with only the NI 5654 RF
signal generator.
To access NI 5696 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
temperatures and cause burns. Allow the NI 5696 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 5696............................................................................................................... 5
Direct Connections to the NI 5696................................................................................... 6
Connecting to the NI 5654................................................................................................ 7
NI 5696 Amplitude Extender Module.............................................................................. 9
Configuring the NI 5696 in MAX...........................................................................................11
The protection provided by this product may be impaired if it is used in a
If the NI 5696 has been in use, it may exceed safe handling
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller. This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-5696 (NI 5696) as a 20 GHz amplitude extender (AE) module to the NI PXIe-5654 (NI 5654) RF signal generator. -
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
2. Semi-Rigid SMA-to-SMA Cable, Labeled T, Part Number 155082A-01 6. Read Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility 3. Semi-Rigid SMB-to-SMB Cable, Part Number 157672A-05 7. Maintain Forced-Air Cooling Note to Users 4. Driver Software DVD NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 3... -
Page 4: Preparing The Environment
You must be an Administrator to install NI software on your computer. ™ ™ Install an ADE, such as LabVIEW or LabWindows /CVI Insert the driver software DVD into your computer. The installer should open automatically. 4 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 5: Installing The Ni 5696
5. PXI Express Peripheral Slot 3. PXI Express Hybrid Peripheral Slot NI 5696 modules can be placed in PXI Express peripheral slots, PXI Express hybrid peripheral slots, or PXI Express system timing slots. NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 5... -
Page 6: Direct Connections To The Ni 5696
NI 5696 to avoid damaging the device. Note Do not apply external signals to the NI 5696. Applying external signals may cause damage. 6 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 7: Connecting To The Ni 5654
ALC IN connector on the NI 5654 front panel. Use Cable T to connect the RF OUT connector on the NI 5654 front panel to the RF IN connector on the NI 5696 front panel. NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 7... - Page 8 Verify that the ACCESS LED is illuminated on all modules. If an LED is not illuminated, refer to the Troubleshooting section of this document. Related Information Configuring the NI 5696 in MAX on page 11 8 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide...
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Page 9: Ni 5696 Amplitude Extender Module
The signal pins of this product's input/output ports can be damaged if subjected to ESD. To prevent damage, turn off power to the product before connecting cables and employ industry-standard ESD prevention measures during installation, maintenance, and operation. NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 9... - Page 10 NI 5654. Do not connect this output terminal to an external source or damage may occur. RF OUT Output terminal for a leveled RF output signal over the specified power range. 10 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide...
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Page 11: Configuring The Ni 5696 In Max
Associate the NI 5696 amplitude extender module with the NI 5654 RF signal generator. Select the NI 5654 in the configuration tree. In the Associated Devices section, select the NI 5696 from the system component drop-down listbox. NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 11... -
Page 12: Programming The Ni 5696
When using the NI 5696 with the NI 5654, 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. 12 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 13: 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-5696 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 13... -
Page 14: 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. 14 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide... - Page 15 Enclose the niRFSG Check Generation Status VI in the While Loop, as shown in the following figure. Figure 8. The niRFSG Check Generation Status VI Enclosed in the While Loop NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 15...
- Page 16 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. 16 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide...
- Page 17 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 5696. NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 17...
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Page 18: 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. 18 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 19: 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 20: 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 21 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 22 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 .
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