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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI PXI/PCI-5124
200 MS/s, 12-Bit Oscilloscope
Note
Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the PXI/PCI-5124. The
PXI/PCI-5124 high-speed oscilloscope features 150 MHz analog bandwidth and up to
200 MS/s real-time sample rate (4 GS/s equivalent-time sample rate for repetitive signals).
To access PXI/PCI-5124 documentation, navigate to Start»All Programs»National
Instruments»NI-SCOPE»NI-SCOPE Documentation.
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines............................................................................... 2
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
Kit Contents...................................................................................................................... 3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 3
PXI Modules..................................................................................................................... 3
PCI Modules..................................................................................................................... 4
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the PXI-5124............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the PCI-5124............................................................................................................. 6
Front Panel Connectors and Indicators..................................................................................... 8
Configuring the PXI/PCI-5124 in MAX...................................................................................9
Programming the PXI/PCI-5124.............................................................................................10
NI-SCOPE Examples...................................................................................................... 11
Making a Measurement...........................................................................................................12
Making a Measurement with NI-SCOPE SFP................................................................ 12
Making a Measurement with LabVIEW......................................................................... 12
Setting Up PXI/PCI-5124 for Synchronization...................................................................... 13
PXI Modules................................................................................................................... 13
PCI Modules................................................................................................................... 13
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 13
Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis Is On?...............................................13
What Should I Do if the PXI/PCI-5124 Doesn't Appear in MAX?................................ 14
What Should I Do if the Module Fails the Self-Test?.....................................................14
Thermal Shutdown Error................................................................................................ 15
Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 16
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 16
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Front Panel Connectors and Indicators..................8 Configuring the PXI/PCI-5124 in MAX...................9 Programming the PXI/PCI-5124.....................10 NI-SCOPE Examples...................... 11 Making a Measurement......................12 Making a Measurement with NI-SCOPE SFP..............12 Making a Measurement with LabVIEW................. 12 Setting Up PXI/PCI-5124 for Synchronization..............13 PXI Modules........................13 PCI Modules........................13 Troubleshooting........................ -
Page 2: Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines
Do not install a device if it appears damaged in any way. Unpack any other items and documentation from the kit. Store the device in the antistatic package when the device is not in use. 2 | ni.com | NI PXI/PCI-5124 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 3: Kit Contents
IEC 60068-2-1 and IEC 60068-2-2.) Relative humidity range 10% to 90%, noncondensing (Tested in accordance with IEC 60068-2-56.) Maximum altitude 2,000 m (at 25 °C ambient temperature) Pollution Degree Indoor use only. NI PXI/PCI-5124 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 3... -
Page 4: Pci Modules
For complete specifications, refer to specifications document for your device at ni.com/ manuals. Installing the Software 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 media into your computer. - Page 5 Figure 3. Module Installation 1. Chassis 2. Hardware Module 3. Ejector Handle in Downward (Unlatched) Position Latch the module in place by pulling up on the ejector handle. NI PXI/PCI-5124 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 5...
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Page 6: Installing The Pci-5124
PCI slots empty. 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. 6 | ni.com | NI PXI/PCI-5124 Getting Started Guide... - Page 7 For SMC-based devices, spread-spectrum clocking varies the clock signal to spread the timing clock signal over a small frequency range. Disabling spread-spectrum clocking may affect the accuracy of device specifications. NI PXI/PCI-5124 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 7...
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Page 8: Front Panel Connectors And Indicators
CLK OUT Sample clock output and Reference clock output SMB jack AUX I/O PFI 0 and PFI 1 lines for digital trigger input/output 9-pin mini-circular DIN and probe compensation (PFI 1 only). 8 | ni.com | NI PXI/PCI-5124 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 9: Configuring The Pxi/Pci-5124 In Max
Configuring the PXI/PCI-5124 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-SCOPE. -
Page 10: Programming The Pxi/Pci-5124
14 Programming the PXI/PCI-5124 You can acquire data interactively using the NI-SCOPE SFP, or you can use the NI-SCOPE instrument driver to program your device in the supported ADE of your choice. 10 | ni.com | NI PXI/PCI-5124 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 11: Ni-Scope Examples
Examples demonstrate the functionality of the device and serve as programming models and building blocks for your own applications. The NI Example Finder is a utility available for some ADEs that organizes examples into categories and allows you to easily browse and search installed examples. You can see descriptions and compatible hardware models for each example, or see all the examples compatible with one particular hardware model. -
Page 12: Making A Measurement
Windows XP— Documents and Settings\All Users \Shared Documents\National Instruments Making a Measurement You can make a measurement interactively using the NI-SCOPE SFP or programmatically using LabVIEW. Making a Measurement with NI-SCOPE SFP Connect CH 0 to an input signal. Launch the NI-SCOPE SFP from the Start menu. -
Page 13: Setting Up Pxi/Pci-5124 For Synchronization
In the dialog box that opens, select NI-RTSI Cable. Click Finish. In the MAX configuration pane, right-click the NI-RTSI cable, select Add Device to NI- RTSI Cable, and select the device you want to add. For more information about connecting PCI devices, refer to NI High-Speed Digitizers Help»... -
Page 14: What Should I Do If The Pxi/Pci-5124 Doesn't Appear In Max
Verify that the module appears in MAX. Reset the module in MAX and perform a self-test. If the ACCESS LED still fails to light and failures continue, contact NI technical support or visit ni.com/support. Related Information Installing the PXI-5124... -
Page 15: Thermal Shutdown Error
For more information about cooling the device, refer to the Maintain Forced-Air Cooling Note to Users included in your kit. Related Information Installing the PXI-5124 on page 4 Installing the PCI-5124 on page 6 NI PXI/PCI-5124 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 15... -
Page 16: Where To Go Next
Worldwide Support and Services The NI 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. Visit ni.com/services... - Page 17 NI corporate headquarters is located at 11500 North Mopac Expressway, Austin, Texas, 78759-3504. NI also has offices located around the world. For telephone support in the United States, create your service request at ni.com/support or dial 1 866 ASK MYNI (275 6964). For telephone support outside the United States, visit the Worldwide Offices section of ni.com/...
- Page 18 . You can find information about end-user license agreements (EULAs) ni.com/patents and third-party legal notices in the readme file for your NI product. Refer to the Export Compliance Information at ni.com/ for the NI global trade compliance policy and how to obtain relevant HTS codes, ECCNs, and other legal/export-compliance import/export data.
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