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GETTING STARTED GUIDE

PXIe-5774

12-Bit, 6.4 GS/s, DC-Coupled, 2-Channel PXI FlexRIO Digitizer

This document explains how to install, configure, test, and use the PXIe-5774. You can
program the PXIe-5774 with the following software options.

FlexRIO driver software

NI LabVIEW Instrument Design Libraries for FlexRIO (instrument design libraries)

Note

 

Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.

Note

 

Adapter modules are not installable or interchangeable on PXIe-5774

devices.

Contents

FlexRIO Documentation and Resources...................................................................................2
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 3
PXIe-5774 Kit Contents............................................................................................................3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 4
Installing the Software and Driver............................................................................................ 4
Installing the PXIe-5774........................................................................................................... 5
Installing the Ferrite on the DIO Cable.....................................................................................6
PXIe-5774 Front Panel and Pinout........................................................................................... 7
Configuring the PXIe-5774 in MAX...................................................................................... 10
FlexRIO Examples..................................................................................................................10

Accessing FlexRIO Examples.........................................................................................11

Block Diagram........................................................................................................................ 11
Component-Level Intellectual Property (CLIP)..................................................................... 12
Making a Measurement...........................................................................................................13

Making a Measurement with LabVIEW.........................................................................13

Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 13

What Should I Do if the PXIe-5774 Doesn't Appear in MAX?......................................13
What Should I Do if the PXIe-5774 Fails the Self-Test?................................................13

Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 14
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 14

Summary of Contents for PXIe-5774

Page 1: ...ents FlexRIO Documentation and Resources 2 Verifying the System Requirements 2 Unpacking the Kit 3 PXIe 5774 Kit Contents 3 Preparing the Environment 4 Installing the Software and Driver 4 Installing...

Page 2: ...Available at ni com manuals Contains information about the FPGA module front panel connectors and I O programming instructions and I O component level IP CLIP LabVIEW Examples Available in NI Example...

Page 3: ...sign of damage Notice 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...

Page 4: ...inimum software versions you need for your device Install the software in the following order 1 Install LabVIEW Refer to the LabVIEW Installation Guide for installation instructions for LabVIEW and sy...

Page 5: ...s or damage prior to installation Do not install a module if the backplane is damaged 4 Remove the black plastic covers from all the captive screws on the module front panel 5 Identify a supported slo...

Page 6: ...lectromagnetic performance 11 Cover all empty slots using EMC filler panels or fill using slot blockers to maximize cooling air flow depending on your application 12 Power on the chassis Installing th...

Page 7: ...ead Installation 1 2 1 Molex Nano Pitch I O connector 2 Ferrite PXIe 5774 Front Panel and Pinout PXIe 5774 Front Panel The following figure shows the PXIe 5774 front panel PXIe 5774 Getting Started Gu...

Page 8: ...ollowing table describes the signal connections for the PXIe 5774 Connector Description Function DIO Molex Nano Pitch DIO connector Multi signal DIO connector that provides access to FPGA multi gigabi...

Page 9: ...A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 A21 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 B9 B10 B11 B12 B13 B14 B15 B16 B17 B18 B19 B20 B21 Reserved GND MGT Rx 0 MGT Rx 0 GND MGT Rx 1 MGT Rx 1 GND DIO 4 DIO 5 GND DIO 0 DIO 1 GND MGT Rx...

Page 10: ...ee expand Devices and Interfaces to see the list of installed NI hardware Installed modules appear under the name of their associated chassis 3 Expand your Chassis tree item MAX lists all modules inst...

Page 11: ...rch for FlexRIO to locate all FlexRIO examples Examples also are available online that demonstrate FlexRIO basics such as using DRAM acquiring data from adapter modules and performing high throughput...

Page 12: ...ncludes component level intellectual property CLIP for HDL IP integration FlexRIO devices support two types of CLIP user defined and socketed User defined CLIP allows you to insert HDL IP into an FPGA...

Page 13: ...the system ensure that all hardware is correctly installed and restart the system 4 Navigate to the Device Manager Operating System Description Windows 10 8 1 Right click the Start button and select...

Page 14: ...t FlexRIO ni com flexrio more about your products through ni com Worldwide Support and Services The NI website is your complete resource for technical support At ni com support you have access to ever...

Page 15: ...de the United States visit the Worldwide Offices section of ni com niglobal to access the branch office websites which provide up to date contact information PXIe 5774 Getting Started Guide National I...

Page 16: ...ents EULAs 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 NI global trade compliance policy a...

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