National Instruments PXIe-5632 Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDENI PXIe-56328.5 GHz Full Two-Port Vector Network AnalyzerNote Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-5632 (NI 5632). TheNI 5632 is a 8.5 GHz, 2-port vector network analyzer (VNA) with support for full S-parametermeasurements. The NI 5632 ships with the NI-VNA instrument driver, which you can use toprogram the device.To access NI 5632 documentation, navigate to Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-VNA»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.ContentsElectromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................2Verifying the System Requirements......................................................................................... 2Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2Verifying the Kit Contents................................................................................................ 3Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 4Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 5Installing the NI 5632............................................................................................................... 5Connecting Signals........................................................................................................... 7Configuring the NI 5632 in MAX...........................................................................................11Programming the NI 5632...................................................................................................... 13NI-VNA Examples......................................................................................................... 13Making Uncalibrated Measurements with the NI 5632..........................................................14Calibrating the NI 5632.......................................................................................................... 14Making Calibrated Measurements with the NI 5632..............................................................15Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 16What Should I Do if the Module Fails the Self-Test?.....................................................16Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis is On?...............................................16What Should I Do if the NI 5632 Doesn't Appear in MAX?..........................................16Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 18Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................18