National Instruments NI PXIe-4138, Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI PXIe-4138/4139
Single-Channel System SMU
Note
Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-4138/4139
(NI 4138/4139). The NI 4138/4139 is a single channel system source measurement unit
(SMU).
To access NI 4138/4139 documentation, navigate to Start » All Programs » National
Instruments » NI-DCPower » Documentation .
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................1
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
Kit Contents.............................................................................................................................. 3
Other Equipment............................................................................................................... 3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 4
Safety........................................................................................................................................ 4
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the NI 4138/4139...................................................................................................... 5
Configuring the NI 4138/4139 in MAX................................................................................... 6
Programming the NI 4138/4139............................................................................................... 7
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................ 8
What Should I Do if the NI 4138/4139 Doesn't Appear in MAX?...................................8
Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis Is On?.................................................8
Where To Go Next.................................................................................................................... 9
Worldwide Support and Services.............................................................................................. 9
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.
This product is intended for use in industrial locations. However, harmful interference may
occur in some installations, when the product is connected to a peripheral device or test object,
or if the product is used in residential or commercial areas. To minimize interference with