GETTING STARTED GUIDE
PXI/PCI-5153
2 GS/s Oscilloscope
Note
Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the PXI/PCI-5153. The
PXI/PCI-5153 high-speed oscilloscope features 500 MHz analog bandwidth and up to 2 GS/s
real-time sample rate (20 GS/s equivalent-time sample rate for repetitive signals).
To access PXI/PCI-5153 documentation, navigate to Start»All Programs»National
Instruments»NI-SCOPE»Documentation.
Caution
in a manner not described in this document.
Contents
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
Kit Contents...................................................................................................................... 3
Other Equipment....................................................................................................................... 3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 4
PXI Modules..................................................................................................................... 4
PCI Modules..................................................................................................................... 4
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the PXI-5153............................................................................................................. 5
Installing the PCI-5153............................................................................................................. 6
NI-SCOPE Examples...................................................................................................... 11
Making a Measurement...........................................................................................................12
PXI Modules................................................................................................................... 13
PCI Modules................................................................................................................... 13
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 13
You can impair the protection provided by the PXI/PCI-5153 if you use it