National Instruments USB-5683, Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI USB-5683
10 MHz to 8 GHz RF Power Meter
This document explains how to install, configure, and set up the NI USB-5683 radio frequency
(RF) power meter. NI RF power meters make true RMS power measurements. The NI RF
power meters ship with the NI-568x instrument driver, which you can use to program the
device.
For more information about the NI 5683, refer to the NI RF Power Meters Help , at Start » All
Programs » National Instruments » NI-568x » Documentation .
The most recent versions of product documentation are available at ni.com/manuals . Visit
ni.com/updates for the latest version of NI-568x driver software.
Caution You can impair the protection provided by the NI 5683 if you use it in a
manner not described in this document.
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................1
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
Verifying the Kit Contents................................................................................................ 3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 3
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the Hardware.............................................................................................................4
Connecting the Device Under Test........................................................................................... 5
Front and Back Panel........................................................................................................ 6
Connector Care and Handling...........................................................................................6
Configuring the NI 5683 in MAX.............................................................................................8
NI RF Power Meter Programming Options.............................................................................. 8
NI-568x Examples............................................................................................................ 9
Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 10
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 10
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines
This product was tested and complies with the regulatory requirements and limits for
electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) stated in the product specifications. These requirements
and limits provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the product is
operated in the intended operational electromagnetic environment.