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Programming the NI 4136/4137

You can generate signals interactively using the NI-DCPower Soft Front Panel (SFP) or you
can use the NI-DCPower instrument driver to program your device in the supported ADE of
your choice.

Table 1.

 NI 4136/4137 Programming Options

Application

Programming

Interface (API)

Location

Description

 

 

 

NI-DCPower SFP

Available from the start
menu at 

Start

»

All

Programs

»

National

Instruments

»

NI-DCPower

»

NI-DCPower

Soft Front Panel

.

The NI-DCPower SFP acquires,
controls, and presents data. The
NI-DCPower SFP operates on the
PC, to provide additional display
capabilities.

NI-DCPower
Instrument Driver

LabVIEW—Available on the
LabVIEW Functions palette
at 

Measurement I/O

»

NI-DCPower

.

NI-DCPower configures and
operates the device hardware and
performs basic acquisition and
measurement options using
LabVIEW VIs or LabWindows/CVI
functions.

C or LabWindows/CVI—
Available at 

Program Files

»

IVI Foundation

»

IVI

»

Drivers

»

NI-DCPower

.

Microsoft Visual C/C++—
NI-DCPower does not ship
with installed C/C++
examples.

Refer to the 

Creating an Application

with Microsoft Visual C and C++

topic of the 

NI DC Power Supplies

and SMUs Help

 to manually add all

required include and library files to
your project.

Troubleshooting

If an issue persists after you complete a troubleshooting procedure, contact NI technical
support or visit 

ni.com/support

.

What Should I Do if the NI 4136/4137 Doesn't Appear
in MAX?

1.

In the MAX configuration tree, click 

Devices and Interfaces

.

2.

Expand the 

Chassis

 tree to see the list of installed devices, and press <F5> to refresh the

list.

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NI PXIe-4136/4137 Getting Started Guide

Summary of Contents for PXIe-4136

Page 1: ...ay If the product is damaged return it to NI for repair Contents Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines 2 Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Voltages 2 Verifying the System Requirements 2 Unpacking the...

Page 2: ...aution To ensure the specified EMC performance the length of all I O cables must be no longer than 3 m 10 ft Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Voltages If hazardous voltages are connected to the device...

Page 3: ...Never touch the exposed pins of connectors Note Do not install a device if it appears damaged in any way 3 Unpack any other items and documentation from the kit Store the device in the antistatic pack...

Page 4: ...ring the Environment Ensure that the environment you are using the NI 4136 4137 in meets the following specifications Operating Environment Ambient temperature range 0 C to 55 C Tested in accordance w...

Page 5: ...s you to restart shut down or restart later System Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines for System Design and Implementation The NI 4136 4137 is capable of generating hazardous voltages and working wit...

Page 6: ...entry points to the test fixture enclosure enabling hazardous voltage ranges on the instrument Figure 2 System Level Connection Typical 1 2 Safety Interlock Connector Test Fixture Enclosure Operator...

Page 7: ...re proper warnings and signage exists for workers in the area of operation Provide training to all system operators so that they understand the potential hazards and how to protect themselves Inspect...

Page 8: ...e module guides at the top and bottom of the chassis Slide the device into the slot until it is fully inserted Figure 4 Module Installation 2 3 NI PXIe 1075 1 1 Chassis 2 Hardware Module 3 Ejector Han...

Page 9: ...ing Screw Connected to Drain Wire 3 Region Where Exposed Wiring Is Allowed 7 62 mm 300 in 4 Region Free from Exposed Wiring Cable Ground Shield or Drain Wire 8 89 mm 350 in Minimum 5 Output Connector...

Page 10: ...In the configuration tree expand Devices and Interfaces to see the list of installed devices Installed devices appear under the name of their associated chassis 3 Expand your Chassis tree item MAX li...

Page 11: ...thorization RMA Testing with the NI DCPower Soft Front Panel 1 Disconnect the output connector from the NI 4136 4137 front panel 2 Ensure that the safety interlock input on the test fixture is closed...

Page 12: ...wer configures and operates the device hardware and performs basic acquisition and measurement options using LabVIEW VIs or LabWindows CVI functions C or LabWindows CVI Available at Program Files IVI...

Page 13: ...that the NI 4136 4137 appears in MAX If the ACCESS LED fails to illuminate after you power on the PXI Express chassis a problem may exist with the PXI Express power rails a hardware module or the LED...

Page 14: ...nity ni com community Located using the NI Example Finder NI PXIe 4136 Worldwide Support and Services The National Instruments website is your complete resource for technical support At ni com support...

Page 15: ...3504 National Instruments also has offices located around the world For telephone support in the United States create your service request at ni com support or dial 1 866 ASK MYNI 275 6964 For telepho...

Page 16: ...and third party legal notices in the readme file for your NI product Refer to the Export Compliance Information at ni com legal export compliance for the National Instruments global trade compliance p...

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