National Instruments NI PXIe-5696 Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDENI PXIe-5696250 kHz to 20 GHz Amplitude ExtenderNote Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-5696 (NI 5696) as a20 GHz amplitude extender (AE) module to the NI PXIe-5654 (NI 5654) RF signal generator.The NI 5696 ships with the NI-RFSG instrument driver, which you use to program the device.Note The NI 5696 AE module is supported for use with only the NI 5654 RFsignal generator.To access NI 5696 documentation, navigate to Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-RFSG»Documentation.The specifications document for your device is installed with the driver software. Refer toni.com/manuals for the most recent specifications for your device.Caution The protection provided by this product may be impaired if it is used in amanner not described in this document.Hot Surface If the NI 5696 has been in use, it may exceed safe handlingtemperatures and cause burns. Allow the NI 5696 to cool before removing it fromthe chassis.ContentsElectromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines............................................................................... 2Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2Verifying the Kit Contents................................................................................................ 3Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 4Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4Installing the NI 5696............................................................................................................... 5Direct Connections to the NI 5696................................................................................... 6Connecting to the NI 5654................................................................................................ 7NI 5696 Amplitude Extender Module.............................................................................. 9Configuring the NI 5696 in MAX...........................................................................................11