National Instruments PXIe-4147, Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
PXIe-4147
PXIe, 4-channel ±8 V, 3 A PXI Source Measure Unit
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the PXIe-4147. The PXIe-4147
ships with NI-DCPower driver software, which you can use to program the module.
Note Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
Contents
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................1
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 1
Other Equipment....................................................................................................................... 2
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 3
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the PXIe-4147........................................................................................................... 4
PXIe-4147 Pinout and LEDs.....................................................................................................6
Configuring the PXIe-4147 in MAX........................................................................................ 8
Self-Calibrating the PXIe-4147................................................................................................ 9
Programming the PXIe-4147.................................................................................................. 10
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 12
What Should I Do if the PXIe-4147 Doesn't Appear in MAX?......................................12
Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis Is On?...............................................13
What Should I Do if the PXIe-4147 Fails the Self-Test?................................................13
Where To Go Next.................................................................................................................. 14
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 14
Verifying the System Requirements
To use the NI-DCPower instrument driver, your system must meet certain requirements.
Refer to the product readme, which is available on the driver software media or online at
ni.com/manuals , for more information about minimum system requirements, recommended
system, and supported application development environments (ADEs).
Unpacking the Kit
Refer to the following figure to identify the contents of the PXIe-4147 kit.