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Where to Go Next

Refer to the following figure for information about other product tasks and associated
resources for those tasks.

custom applications within

an application programming 

interface (API).

NI-5690 Examples*

NI RF Signal Conditioning
Devices Help*

NI-5690 Instrument Driver

about hardware features

or review device 

specifications.

more about your products through 

ni.com.

 

NI PXI-5691
Specifications*

NI RF Signal Conditioning
Devices Help*

the application 

development environment (ADE)

 for your application.

Learn LabVIEW Basics

  

Getting Started with
LabWindows/CVI 

*This item is also installed with the driver software.

Located in the hardware kit

Located online at 

ni.com/manuals

Located using the NI Example Finder

EXPLORE

LEARN

CREATE

DISCOVER

Support

ni.com/support

RF Solutions

ni.com/rf

Updates

ni.com/updates

Services

ni.com/services

RF Preamplifier

NI PXI-5690

Tip

 

The 

NI RF Signal Conditioning Devices Help

 is an HTML version of a

traditional user manual that includes detailed information about RF fundamentals,
device features, and programming with the NI-5690 instrument driver.

Worldwide Support and Services

The National Instruments website is your complete resource for technical support. At 

ni.com/

support

, you have access to everything from troubleshooting and application development

self-help resources to email and phone assistance from NI Application Engineers.

Visit 

ni.com/services

 for NI Factory Installation Services, repairs, extended warranty, and

other services.

NI PXI-5691 Getting Started Guide

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Summary of Contents for PXI-5691

Page 1: ...tion 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 t...

Page 2: ...product not expressly approved by National Instruments could void your authority to operate it under your local regulatory rules Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance operate this product o...

Page 3: ...o the product if the product is damaged in any way If the product is damaged return it to National Instruments for repair Verifying the System Requirements To use the NI 5690 instrument driver your sy...

Page 4: ...ow does not appear navigate to the drive double click it and double click autorun exe 3 Follow the instructions in the installation prompts Note Windows users may see access and security messages duri...

Page 5: ...s System Timing Slot 5 PXI Express Peripheral Slot NI 5691 modules can be placed only in PXI peripheral slots 6 Touch any metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity 7 Ensure that the ej...

Page 6: ...antennas connected to the NI 5691 IN connectors If you are using noninsulated devices such as a noninsulated RF antenna ensure the devices are maintained in a static free environment If you are using...

Page 7: ...30 dBm MAX 50 IN 30 dBm MAX 50 CH 1 50 MHz 8 GHz RF Amplifier OUT 25 dBm MAX 50 20 dBm MAX Power Reverse OUT 25 dBm MAX 50 20 dBm MAX Power Reverse 1 100 N cm SMA Torque Wrench 2 Apply Force Here Unti...

Page 8: ...25dBm MAX 20dBm MAX Power Reverse 50 50 50 50 Table 1 NI 5691 Front Panel Connectors Connector Access Function CH 0 IN Input CH 0 IN and CH 0 OUT each function as a fixed gain amplifier These channel...

Page 9: ...power rail AMBER The module is being accessed GREEN The module is ready to be programmed ACTIVE Indicates the operational status of the NI RF signal conditioning module OFF The module is in an uninit...

Page 10: ...supported ADE of your choice NI 5690 Instrument Driver Examples Examples demonstrate the functionality of the device and serve as programming models and building blocks for your own applications The...

Page 11: ...o the Device Manager Option Description Windows 8 Right click the Start screen and select All apps Control Panel Hardware and Sound Device Manager Windows 7 Select Start Control Panel Device Manager W...

Page 12: ...rature of 30 C 5 C depending on the module and what other devices are installed in the chassis Access the onboard sensor using the ni5690 Get Temperature VI or the ni5690_getTemperature function Perfo...

Page 13: ...m manuals Located using the NI Example Finder EXPLORE LEARN CREATE DISCOVER Support ni com support RF Solutions ni com rf Updates ni com updates Services ni com services RF Preamplifier NI PXI 5690 Ti...

Page 14: ...information support phone numbers email addresses and current events Refer to the NI Trademarks and Logo Guidelines at ni com trademarks for information on National Instruments trademarks Other produ...

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