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National Instruments NI PXI-5690 Getting Started Manual

Manual is about: 3 GHZ RF

Summary of NI PXI-5690

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    Getting started guide ni pxi-5690 3 ghz rf preamplifier note before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller. This document explains how to install, configure, and test the ni pxi-5690 (ni 5690). The ni 5690 is an rf preamplifier that provides fixed gain and configurable gain in ...

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    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 pr...

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    Preparing the environment ensure that the environment you are using the ni 5690 in meets the following specifications. ............................................................................ Operating temperature 0 to 55 °c ..........................................................................

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    Other equipment there are several required items not included in your device kit that you need to install or operate the ni 5690. Required items • a pxi chassis and chassis documentation. The ni pxi-1045 chassis is one available option for your device. For more information about compatible chassis o...

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    3. Inspect the slot pins on the chassis backplane for any bends or damage prior to installation. Do not install a module if the backplane is damaged. 4. Remove the black plastic connectors from all the captive screws on the module front panel. 5. Identify a supported slot in the chassis. The followi...

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    11. Cover all empty slots using filler panels or slot blockers to maximize cooling air flow. 12. Power on the chassis. Connecting signals direct connections to the ni 5690 the ni 5690 is a precision rf instrument that is sensitive to esd and transients. Ensure you are making proper direct connection...

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    Hardware front panel connectors and indicators ni pxi-5690 in ch 0 out in +20 d bm max with attn 50 Ω +20 d bm max with attn 50 Ω -20 d bm max with attn 50 Ω +20 d bm max with attn 50 Ω ch 1 out 100 khz-3.0 ghz access active table 1. Ni 5690 front panel connectors connector access function ch 0 in i...

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    Table 1. Ni 5690 front panel connectors (continued) connector access function ch 1 in input ch 1 in and ch 1 out each function as a programmable amplifier with switchable main and direct paths. The main path offers fixed gain amplification preceded by a step attenuator that is adjustable in 1 db nom...

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    2. In the configuration pane, double-click devices and interfaces to see the list of installed devices. Installed devices appear under the name of their associated chassis. Note if you are using the ni 5690 with the labview real-time module, expand remote systems. Find your target ip address or name...

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    Making your first measurement to begin making measurements with the ni 5690, complete the following steps: 1. Launch your ade. 2. Navigate to start»all programs»national instruments»ni-5690»examples and open one of the examples. 3. Select your device from the resource name control. 4. Run the exampl...

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    6. Perform the self-test again. Why is the access led off when the chassis is on? The leds may not illuminate until the device has been configured in max. Before proceeding, verify that the ni 5690 appears in max. If the access led fails to illuminate after you power on the chassis, a problem may ex...

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    Where to go next refer to the following figure for information about other product tasks and associated resources for those tasks. Custom applications within an application programming interface (api). Ni-5690 examples* ni rf signal conditioning devices help* ni-5690 instrument driver about hardware...

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    Visit ni.Com/register to register your national instruments product. Product registration facilitates technical support and ensures that you receive important information updates from ni. A declaration of conformity (doc) is our claim of compliance with the council of the european communities using ...