Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller. Note This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-5693 (NI 5693). The NI 5693 is an RF preselector module that adds preselection and preamplification capability to a spectrum analyzer.
Furthermore, any modifications to the product not expressly approved by National Instruments could void your authority to operate it under your local regulatory rules.
Figure 3. NI 5693 RF Preselector Module Front Panel NI PXIe-5693 Preselector ACCESS ACTIVE DC - 7 GHz +10 dBm MAX 25 VDC MAX DC - 7 GHz 25 VDC MAX FILTER 25 VDC MAX FILTER SENSITIVE 6 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5693 Getting Started Guide...
NI technical support. Configuring the NI 5693 in MAX Use Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) to configure your National Instruments hardware. MAX informs other programs about which devices reside in the system and how they are configured. MAX is automatically installed with NI-RFSA.
Select Start»Control Panel»System»Hardware»Device Manager. If you are using a PXI controller, verify that a National Instruments entry appears in the system device list. Reinstall NI-RFSA 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.
NI-RFSA. Worldwide Support and Services ni.com/ The National Instruments website is your complete resource for technical support. At support, you have access to everything from troubleshooting and application development self-help resources to email and phone assistance from NI Application Engineers.
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