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GETTING STARTED GUIDE

NI PXI-5691

8 GHz RF Amplifier

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Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.

This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXI-5691 (NI 5691). The
NI 5691 is a two-channel programmable RF amplifier that provides fixed gain and
programmable gain in a single-slot PXI module. The NI 5691 signal conditioning device ships
with the NI-5690 instrument driver, which you can use to program the device.

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Contents

Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit.....................................................................................................................2
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 3
Verifying the System Requirements......................................................................................... 3
Verifying the Kit Contents........................................................................................................ 3

Other Equipment...............................................................................................................4

Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the NI 5691............................................................................................................... 4
Connecting Signals................................................................................................................... 6

Direct Connections to the NI 5691................................................................................... 6
Torquing SMA Connections............................................................................................. 6
Hardware Front Panel Connectors and Indicators............................................................ 8

Configuring the NI 5691 in MAX............................................................................................ 9
Programming the Device........................................................................................................ 10

NI-5690 Instrument Driver Examples............................................................................ 10
Making Your First Measurement.................................................................................... 11

Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 11

NI 5691 Does Not Appear in MAX................................................................................ 11
Module Fails the Self-Test.............................................................................................. 11
Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis is On?...............................................12
Device Is Too Hot........................................................................................................... 12
Performance Issues Using an MXI Connection..............................................................12

Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 13
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................13

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Страница 1: ...tion Contents Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines 2 Unpacking the Kit 2 Preparing the Environment 3 Verifying the System Requirements 3 Verifying the Kit Contents 3 Other Equipment 4 Installing t...

Страница 2: ...product not expressly approved by National Instruments could void your authority to operate it under your local regulatory rules Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance operate this product o...

Страница 3: ...o the product if the product is damaged in any way If the product is damaged return it to National Instruments for repair Verifying the System Requirements To use the NI 5690 instrument driver your sy...

Страница 4: ...ow 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 duri...

Страница 5: ...s System Timing Slot 5 PXI Express Peripheral Slot NI 5691 modules can be placed only in PXI peripheral slots 6 Touch any metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity 7 Ensure that the ej...

Страница 6: ...antennas connected to the NI 5691 IN connectors If you are using noninsulated devices such as a noninsulated RF antenna ensure the devices are maintained in a static free environment If you are using...

Страница 7: ...30 dBm MAX 50 IN 30 dBm MAX 50 CH 1 50 MHz 8 GHz RF Amplifier OUT 25 dBm MAX 50 20 dBm MAX Power Reverse OUT 25 dBm MAX 50 20 dBm MAX Power Reverse 1 100 N cm SMA Torque Wrench 2 Apply Force Here Unti...

Страница 8: ...25dBm MAX 20dBm MAX Power Reverse 50 50 50 50 Table 1 NI 5691 Front Panel Connectors Connector Access Function CH 0 IN Input CH 0 IN and CH 0 OUT each function as a fixed gain amplifier These channel...

Страница 9: ...power rail AMBER The module is being accessed GREEN The module is ready to be programmed ACTIVE Indicates the operational status of the NI RF signal conditioning module OFF The module is in an uninit...

Страница 10: ...supported ADE of your choice NI 5690 Instrument Driver Examples Examples demonstrate the functionality of the device and serve as programming models and building blocks for your own applications The...

Страница 11: ...o the Device Manager Option Description Windows 8 Right click the Start screen and select All apps Control Panel Hardware and Sound Device Manager Windows 7 Select Start Control Panel Device Manager W...

Страница 12: ...rature of 30 C 5 C depending on the module and what other devices are installed in the chassis Access the onboard sensor using the ni5690 Get Temperature VI or the ni5690_getTemperature function Perfo...

Страница 13: ...m manuals Located using the NI Example Finder EXPLORE LEARN CREATE DISCOVER Support ni com support RF Solutions ni com rf Updates ni com updates Services ni com services RF Preamplifier NI PXI 5690 Ti...

Страница 14: ...information support phone numbers email addresses and current events Refer to the NI Trademarks and Logo Guidelines at ni com trademarks for information on National Instruments trademarks Other produ...

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