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GETTING STARTED GUIDE

PXIe-5785

12-Bit, 6.4 GS/s, 2-Channel PXI FlexRIO IF Transceiver

This document explains how to install, configure, test, and use the PXIe-5785. You can
program the PXIe-5785 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-5785

devices.

Contents

FlexRIO Documentation and Resources...................................................................................2
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 3
PXIe-5785 Kit Contents............................................................................................................3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 4
Installing the Software and Driver............................................................................................ 4
Installing the PXIe-5785........................................................................................................... 5
PXIe-5785 Front Panel..............................................................................................................6
Configuring the PXIe-5785 in MAX........................................................................................ 8
FlexRIO Examples....................................................................................................................9

Accessing FlexRIO Examples.......................................................................................... 9

Block Diagram.......................................................................................................................... 9
Component-Level Intellectual Property (CLIP)......................................................................11
Making a Measurement...........................................................................................................12

Making a Measurement with LabVIEW.........................................................................12

Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 12

What Should I Do if the PXIe-5785 Doesn't Appear in MAX?......................................12
What Should I Do if the PXIe-5785 Fails the Self-Test?................................................12

Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 13
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 13

Summary of Contents for PXIe-5785

Page 1: ...on PXIe 5785 devices Contents FlexRIO Documentation and Resources 2 Verifying the System Requirements 2 Unpacking the Kit 3 PXIe 5785 Kit Contents 3 Preparing the Environment 4 Installing the Softwar...

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: ...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 in the antista...

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: ...ghtening the top and bottom mounting screws increases mechanical stability and also electrically connects the front panel to the chassis which can improve the signal quality and electromagnetic perfor...

Page 7: ...describes the signal connections for the PXIe 5785 Connector Description Function DIO Molex Nano Pitch DIO connector Multi signal DIO connector that provides access to FPGA multi gigabit transceivers...

Page 8: ...he module is powered down Notice Connections that exceed any of the maximum ratings of any connector on the PXIe 5785 can damage the device and the chassis NI is not liable for any damage resulting fr...

Page 9: ...mples are available in LabVIEW s NI Example Finder Complete the following steps to access the examples by task 1 In LabVIEW click Help Find Examples 2 In the NI Example Finder window that appears clic...

Page 10: ...m of the carrier portion of the PXIe 5785 KU040 and KU060 FPGA options Figure 5 Carrier Block Diagram KU040 and KU060 DIO Connector Front Panel Adapter Module Connector 5 V 1 8 V 12 V GPIO Configurati...

Page 11: ...ectual 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 target enabling VHDL code to...

Page 12: ...wer off 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...

Page 13: ...upport ni com support 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...

Page 14: ...ent Notice at ni com patents You can find information about end user license agreements EULAs and third party legal notices in the readme file for your NI product Refer to the Export Compliance Inform...

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