Preparing the Environment
Ensure that the environment you are using the NI 5646R-G in meets the following
specifications.
Operating ambient temperature
(IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2)
0 °C to 55 °C
Operating relative humidity (IEC 60068-2-56) 10% to 90%, noncondensing
Maximum altitude
2,000 m (800 mbar) (at 25 °C ambient
temperature)
Pollution Degree
2
Indoor use only.
Caution
Clean the hardware with a soft, nonmetallic brush. Make sure that the
hardware is completely dry and free from contaminants before returning it to
service.
Note
Refer to the
NI PXIe-5646R-G Specifications
for complete
specifications.
Installing the Software
You must be an Administrator to install NI software on your computer.
1.
Install an ADE, such as LabVIEW or LabWindows
™
/CVI
™
.
2.
Insert the driver software media into your computer. The installer should open
automatically.
If the installation window does not appear, navigate to the drive, double-click it, and
double-click
autorun.exe
.
3.
Follow the instructions in the installation prompts to install the NI-RFSG instrument
driver software.
Note
The NI 5646R-G is only supported by the NI-RFSG instrument driver
software.
Note
Windows users may see access and security messages during
installation. Accept the prompts to complete the installation.
4.
When the installer completes, restart your system.
Installing the NI 5646R-G
Caution
To prevent damage to the device caused by ESD or contamination, handle
the device using the edges or the metal bracket.
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