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Storage ambient temperature range

-40 °C to +71 °C (Tested in accordance with
MIL-PRF-28800F (Class 3).)

Maximum altitude

4,600 m operational

Pollution Degree

2

Indoor use only.

Note

 

For detailed specifications, refer to the NI 5683 specifications document at 

ni.com/manuals

.

Installing the Software

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

Install an ADE, such as LabVIEW or LabWindows

/CVI

.

2.

Insert the driver software media into your computer. The installer should open
automatically.

If the installation window does not appear, navigate to the drive, double-click it, and
double-click 

autorun.exe

.

3.

Follow the instructions in the installation prompts.

Note

 

Windows users may see access and security messages during

installation. Accept the prompts to complete the installation.

4.

When the installer completes, select 

Restart

 in the dialog box that prompts you to restart,

shut down, or restart later.

Installing the Hardware

Install the NI-568x software before installing the hardware.
1.

Ensure that the NI-568x software is installed.

Note

 

If you connect the NI 5683 to a PC or chassis before installing the

software, the PC or chassis does not recognize the NI 5683.

2.

Connect the A-Type USB connector to the PC or chassis and secure the Mini-B USB
connector to the power meter using the anchor screw.

Note

 

The NI 5683 has a power requirement of approximately 450 mA. If you

plan to use the device through a USB hub, NI recommends using an external
power source.

Refer to the following figure for an example of a completed installation.

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NI 5683 Getting Started Guide

Summary of Contents for USB-5683

Page 1: ...3 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 Prep...

Page 2: ...ft Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance the length of the USB cable must be no longer than 30 m 100 ft Verifying the System Requirements To use the NI 5683 your system must meet certain re...

Page 3: ...ontents you need the following items 1 N m torque wrench Desktop computer laptop or chassis with one available USB 2 0 or USB 1 1 compliant slot Preparing the Environment Ensure that the environment y...

Page 4: ...see access and security messages during installation Accept the prompts to complete the installation 4 When the installer completes select Restart in the dialog box that prompts you to restart shut d...

Page 5: ...ay need to use the included Type N to SMA adapter depending on the RF source connection Caution Always refer to the specifications document before connecting signals Failure to observe the specified m...

Page 6: ...l 3 1 2 4 1 Status LED 2 External Trigger In Terminal 3 USB 2 0 A to Mini B Port 4 External Trigger Out Terminal Note External Trigger Out capability is currently unsupported Connector Care and Handli...

Page 7: ...ermanently damages the internal components Before making connections verify the maximum input levels labeled below the ports on the module front panel Avoid Mechanical Shock Precision connectors are d...

Page 8: ...e device is still not listed power off the system ensure the device is correctly installed and restart 3 Record the device identifier MAX assigns to the hardware Use this identifier when programming t...

Page 9: ...n modify an NI 568x C example to create an application with Microsoft Visual C C and all required include and library files are automatically added to the project C or LabWindows CVI Available at Prog...

Page 10: ...pport ni com support RF Solutions ni com rf Updates ni com updates Services ni com services Getting Started with LabVIEW Getting Started with LabWindows CVI Located using the NI Example Finder Located...

Page 11: ...oC for your product by visiting ni com certification If your product supports calibration you can obtain the calibration certificate for your product at ni com calibration National Instruments corpora...

Page 12: ...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 National Instruments global trade compliance p...

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