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2.

Remove the module from the package and inspect it for loose components or other signs
of damage.

Caution

 

Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.

Note

 

Do not install a module if it appears damaged in any way.

3.

Unpack any other items and documentation from the kit.

Store the module in the antistatic package when the module is not in use.

Kit Contents

The kit contains the following items:

PXIe-6570 Digital Pattern Instrument

PXIe-6570 Getting Started Guide

 (this document)

Note

 

You can download the NI-Digital Pattern Driver and Digital Pattern Editor at 

ni.com/downloads

 or purchase the NI-Digital Pattern Driver and Digital Pattern

Editor media (NI part number 785249-03) separately.

Preparing the Environment

Ensure that the environment in which you are using the PXIe-6570 meets the following
specifications:

Operating Environment

Ambient temperature range

0 °C to 45 °C (Tested in accordance with
IEC 60068-2-1 and IEC 60068-2-2. Meets
MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3 low temperature
limit and MIL-PRF-28800F Class 4 high
temperature limit.)

Relative humidity range

10% to 90%, noncondensing (Tested in
accordance with IEC 60068-2-56.)

Maximum altitude

2,000 m (800 mbar) (at 25 °C ambient
temperature)

Pollution Degree

2

Indoor use only.

Installing the Software

You must be an Administrator to install NI software on your computer.
1.

Install an ADE, such as LabVIEW or Microsoft Visual Studio.

PXIe-6570 Getting Started Guide

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Summary of Contents for PXIe-6570

Page 1: ...quirements 2 Unpacking the Kit 2 Kit Contents 3 Preparing the Environment 3 Installing the Software 3 Digital Pattern Editor 4 NI Digital Pattern Driver 4 Associated Drivers 5 Installing the PXIe 6570...

Page 2: ...ielded cables or accessories unless they are installed in a shielded enclosure with properly designed and shielded input output ports and connected to the product using a shielded cable If unshielded...

Page 3: ...ver and Digital Pattern Editor media NI part number 785249 03 separately Preparing the Environment Ensure that the environment in which you are using the PXIe 6570 meets the following specifications O...

Page 4: ...tate of the digital pattern instrument The Digital Pattern Editor is installed when you install NI Digital Pattern Driver For more information refer to the Digital Pattern Help To access Digital Patte...

Page 5: ...g the PXIe 6674T with digital pattern instruments refer to the Digital Pattern Help Visit ni com downloads to download NI Sync Installing the PXIe 6570 Caution To prevent damage to the PXIe 6570 cause...

Page 6: ...ure 2 PXIe 6570 Installation 4 3 2 1 1 PXI Express Chassis 2 Ejector Handle in Down Position 3 NI PXI Express Two Slot Module 4 Captive Screw 8 Secure the module front panel to the chassis using the f...

Page 7: ...68 67 66 65 64 63 62 61 60 59 58 57 56 55 54 53 52 51 50 49 48 47 46 45 44 43 42 41 40 39 38 37 36 35 GND CAL FORCE GND DIO 0 CAL GND DGS DIO 2 GND DIO 4 RESERVED DIO 6 GND DIO 8 GND DIO 10 GND DIO 1...

Page 8: ...und Optional DGS for improved accuracy at higher currents in some configurations CAL GND Analog Resource for external calibration 67 CAL FORCE Analog Resource for external calibration 30 60 RESERVED N...

Page 9: ...il the instrument is reset or calibration succeeds The instrument has detected an unlocked condition on a PLL that might result in incorrect data To clear this error condition reset the instrument pro...

Page 10: ...operly designed and shielded input output ports and connected to the product using a shielded cable If unshielded cables or accessories are not properly installed and shielded the EMC specifications f...

Page 11: ...ier MAX assigns to the hardware Use this identifier when programming the PXIe 6570 5 Self test the hardware by selecting the item in the configuration tree and clicking Self Test in the MAX toolbar Th...

Page 12: ...tions using the PXIe 6570 Digital Pattern Instrument Examples To locate programming and operating examples refer to the following table Table 6 NI Digital Pattern Driver Example Locations Application...

Page 13: ...nterfaces 2 Expand the Chassis tree to see the list of installed hardware and press F5 to refresh the list 3 If the module is still not listed power off the system ensure that all hardware is correctl...

Page 14: ...is powered on Applying external signals while the module is powered off may cause damage Disconnect any signals from the PXI Express module front panels 2 Remove any front panel connections from the...

Page 15: ...ments National Instruments NET Support Digital Pattern Help Worldwide Support and Services The NI website is your complete resource for technical support At ni com support you have access to everythin...

Page 16: ...oducts technology refer to the appropriate location Help Patents in your software the patents txt file on your media or the National Instruments Patent Notice at ni com patents You can find informatio...

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