GETTING STARTED GUIDE
PXIe-4163
PXIe, 24-Channel, ±24 V, 50 mA PXI Source Measure Unit
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the PXIe-4163. The PXIe-4163
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....................................................................................................................... 3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 3
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the PXIe-4163........................................................................................................... 4
PXIe-4163 Pinout and LEDs.....................................................................................................6
Configuring the PXIe-4163 in MAX...................................................................................... 13
Self-Calibrating the PXIe-4163.............................................................................................. 14
Programming the PXIe-4163.................................................................................................. 15
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 17
What Should I Do if the PXIe-4163 Doesn't Appear in MAX?......................................17
Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis Is On?...............................................18
What Should I Do if the PXIe-4163 Fails the Self-Test?................................................18
Where To Go Next.................................................................................................................. 19
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 19
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
, 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-4163 kit.