National Instruments PXI-5691, Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI PXI-5691
8 GHz RF Amplifier
Note
Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXI-5691 (NI 5691). The
NI 5691 is a two-channel programmable RF amplifier that provides fixed gain and
programmable gain in a single-slot PXI module. The NI 5691 signal conditioning device ships
with the NI-5690 instrument driver, which you can use to program the device.
To access NI 5691 documentation, navigate to Start » All Programs » National Instruments »
NI-5690 » Documentation .
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit.....................................................................................................................2
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 3
Verifying the System Requirements......................................................................................... 3
Verifying the Kit Contents........................................................................................................ 3
Other Equipment...............................................................................................................4
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the NI 5691............................................................................................................... 4
Connecting Signals................................................................................................................... 6
Direct Connections to the NI 5691................................................................................... 6
Torquing SMA Connections............................................................................................. 6
Hardware Front Panel Connectors and Indicators............................................................ 8
Configuring the NI 5691 in MAX............................................................................................ 9
Programming the Device........................................................................................................ 10
NI-5690 Instrument Driver Examples............................................................................ 10
Making Your First Measurement.................................................................................... 11
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 11
NI 5691 Does Not Appear in MAX................................................................................ 11
Module Fails the Self-Test.............................................................................................. 11
Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis is On?...............................................12
Device Is Too Hot........................................................................................................... 12
Performance Issues Using an MXI Connection..............................................................12
Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 13
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................13