NI PXIe-5840, Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
PXIe-5840
6 GHz Reconfigurable RF Vector Signal Transceiver with 1 GHz
Bandwidth
Note Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the PXIe-5840. The PXIe-5840 is
an RF vector signal transceiver (VST) and ships with the following software options, which
you use to program the device.
•
NI-RFmx driver software
• NI-RFSA and NI-RFSG driver software
Caution The protection provided by this equipment may be impaired if it is used
in a manner not described in the documentation.
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................2
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 3
Verifying the Kit Contents........................................................................................................ 4
Other Equipment............................................................................................................... 4
Choosing and Installing the Software....................................................................................... 5
Software Options...............................................................................................................5
Installing the Software...................................................................................................... 5
Installing the PXIe-5840........................................................................................................... 6
Direct Connections to the PXIe-5840............................................................................... 8
Hardware Front Panel Connectors and Indicators............................................................ 9
Configuring the Hardware in MAX........................................................................................ 12
Self-Calibration.......................................................................................................................12
Performing a Device Self-Calibration Using the NI-RFSA or NI-RFSG SFP............... 13
Locating the Software and Examples......................................................................................14
Software Locations......................................................................................................... 14
Programming Examples Locations................................................................................. 16
Making a First Measurement.................................................................................................. 17
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 18
What Should I Do if the PXIe-5840 Doesn't Appear in MAX?......................................18
Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis Is On?...............................................18