National Instruments NI PXIe-5624R, Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI PXIe-5624R
2 GS/s, 12-Bit IF Digitizer
Note
Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-5624R (NI 5624R).
The NI 5624R is an IF digitizer with a user-programmable FPGA. The NI 5624R ships with
NI LabVIEW Instrument Design Libraries for IF Digitizers, which you can use to program the
device.
Programming the NI 5624R requires NI LabVIEW. Customizing the FPGA requires the
NI LabVIEW FPGA Module.
To access NI 5624R documentation, navigate to Start » All Programs » National Instruments »
IF Digitizers » IF Digitizers Documentation
Note
The NI 5624R can be used on its own or as a component of certain NI vector
signal analyzers. Refer to the documentation for your vector signal analyzer for
information about using the NI 5624R in an NI vector signal analyzer.
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................2
Verifying the System Requirements......................................................................................... 2
Unpacking the Kit.....................................................................................................................2
NI 5624R Kit Contents..................................................................................................... 3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 4
Programming the NI 5624R......................................................................................................4
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the NI 5624R.............................................................................................................5
NI 5624R Front Panel....................................................................................................... 8
Configuring the NI 5624R in MAX........................................................................................10
Self-Calibration.......................................................................................................................11
Making a Measurement with a Sample Project...................................................................... 11
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 12
What Should I Do if the NI 5624R Doesn't Appear in MAX?....................................... 12
What Should I Do if the Module Fails the Self-Test or Self-Calibration?......................12
Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 13
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................13