National Instruments NI PXIe-5646R-G, Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI PXIe-5646R-G
6 GHz Reconfigurable RF Vector Signal Generator with 200 MHz
Bandwidth
Note Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-5646R-G
(NI 5646R-G). The NI 5646R-G is a 6 GHz RF vector signal generator (VSG) with 200 MHz
bandwidth. The NI 5646R-G ships with the NI-RFSG instrument driver, which you use to
program the device.
To access NI 5646R-G documentation, visit ni.com/manuals and search for NI 5646R-G.
Caution The protection provided by this product may be impaired if it is used in a
manner not described in this document.
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 5646R-G.........................................................................................................4
Direct Connections to the NI 5646R-G.............................................................................6
Hardware Front Panel Connectors and Indicators............................................................ 7
Configuring the NI 5646R-G in MAX......................................................................................9
Self-Calibration.......................................................................................................................10
Programming the NI 5646R-G................................................................................................10
NI-RFSG Examples.........................................................................................................11
Generating a Signal Using the NI-RFSG Soft Front Panel.............................................12
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 12
Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis is On?...............................................12
What Should I Do if the NI 5646R-G Doesn't Appear in MAX?................................... 13
What Should I Do if the Thermal Shutdown Error Appears?.........................................13
Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 14
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 14