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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
PXIe-5170/5171
250 MS/s, 14-Bit Reconfigurable Oscilloscope
Note
Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
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where this symbol is marked.
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it in a manner not described in this document.
This document explains how to install, configure, test, and use the PXIe-5170/5171. The
PXIe-5170/5171 ships with the following software options, which you can use to program the
device:
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NI-SCOPE driver software
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NI LabVIEW Instrument Design Libraries for Reconfigurable Oscilloscopes (instrument
design libraries)
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines............................................................................... 2
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
Kit Contents...................................................................................................................... 3
Other Equipment....................................................................................................................... 3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 4
Choosing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Software Options...............................................................................................................4
Comparison of Software Features.....................................................................................5
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 6
Installing the PXIe-5170/5171.................................................................................................. 7
Front Panel Connectors..................................................................................................... 9
Connecting Digital Signals......................................................................................................11
AUX I/O Connector Pinout.............................................................................................11
PXIe-5170/5171 SCB-19 Pinout.....................................................................................12
Configuring the Hardware in MAX........................................................................................ 13
Self-Calibration....................................................................................................................... 13
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
You can impair the protection provided by the PXIe-5170/5171 if you use it in a manner not described in this document. This document explains how to install, configure, test, and use the PXIe-5170/5171. The PXIe-5170/5171 ships with the following software options, which you can use to program the device: •... -
Page 2: Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines
Making a Measurement with Instrument Design Libraries..........14 Making a Measurement with NI-SCOPE................14 Troubleshooting........................15 What Should I Do if the PXIe-5170/5171 Doesn't Appear in MAX?......15 What Should I Do if the PXIe-5170/5171 Fails the Self-Test or Self-Calibration?..16 Where To Go Next........................16 Worldwide Support and Services.................... -
Page 3: Kit Contents
3. Driver Software DVD Other Equipment There are several required items not included in your device kit that you need to operate the PXIe-5170/5171. Your application may require additional items not included in your kit to install or operate your PXIe-5170/5171. Required Items •... -
Page 4: Preparing The Environment
Visit ni.com for more information about these additional items. Preparing the Environment Ensure the environment in which you are using the PXIe-5170/5171 meets the following specifications. Operating environment Ambient temperature range 0 °C to 45 °C (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-1 and IEC-60068-2-2. -
Page 5: Comparison Of Software Features
Closed source Open source LabVIEW support C/C++/C# support Using the NI LabVIEW Application Builder, you can compile LabVIEW code into custom DLLs for use with other application development environments (ADEs). PXIe-5170/5171 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 5... -
Page 6: Installing The Software
DVD drive, double-click the drive, and double-click autorun.exe Note You can also download the software from ni.com/downloads. Follow the instructions in the installation prompts to install the default installation. 6 | ni.com | PXIe-5170/5171 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 7: Installing The Pxie-5170/5171
You must install the software before installing the hardware. Before you install the hardware, refer to the guidelines in the Maintain Forced-Air Cooling Note to Users included in the PXIe-5170/5171 kit to ensure that the PXIe-5170/5171 can cool itself effectively. This document is also available at ni.com/manuals. - Page 8 5. PXI Express Peripheral Slot 3. PXI Express Hybrid Peripheral Slot The PXIe-5170/5171 can be placed in PXI Express Hybrid peripheral slots, PXI Express system timing slots, or PXI Express peripheral slots. Touch any metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity.
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Page 9: Front Panel Connectors
CH 4 CH 4 CH 5 CH 5 CH 6 CH 6 CH 7 CH 7 AUX I/O AUX I/O AUX I/O +5 V MAX +5 V MAX +5 V MAX PXIe-5170/5171 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 9... - Page 10 AUX I/O connector is not guaranteed if a third-party HDMI cable is used. Use NI cable type SHH19-MH19-AUX for all AUX I/O connections. Do not connect the AUX I/O port on the PXIe-5170/5171 to the HDMI port of another device. NI is not liable for any damage resulting from such signal connections.
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Page 11: Connecting Digital Signals
AUX I/O port is not an HDMI interface and the specified performance of the AUX I/O connector is not guaranteed if a third-party HDMI cable is used. Use PXIe-5170/5171 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 11... -
Page 12: Pxie-5170/5171 Scb-19 Pinout
NI cable type SHH19-MH19-AUX for all AUX I/O connections. Do not connect the AUX I/O port on the PXIe-5170/5171 to the HDMI port of another device. NI is not liable for any damage resulting from such signal connections. PXIe-5170/5171 SCB-19 Pinout NI recommends using the SCB-19 accessory to connect digital signals to the AUX I/O front panel connector. -
Page 13: Configuring The Hardware In Max
Installed devices appear under the name of their associated chassis. Expand your Chassis tree item. MAX lists all devices installed in the chassis. PXIe-5170/5171 devices appear as NI-RIO devices in the list. Your default device names may vary. Note If you do not see your hardware listed, refer to the Troubleshooting section of this document. -
Page 14: First Measurements
To programmatically self-calibrate the PXIe-5170/5171 when using NI-SCOPE, use the Self Calibrate function located on the Functions»Measurement I/O»NI-SCOPE»Calibration palette. You can also self-calibrate the PXIe-5170/5171 by pressing the Self Calibrate button for the device in MAX. First Measurements Making a Measurement with Instrument Design... -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
Windows Vista Select Start»Control Panel»System and Maintenance»Device Manager. Verify the PXIe-5170/5171 appears in the Device Manager. Under an NI entry, confirm that a PXIe-5170/5171 entry appears. Note If you are using a PC with a device for PXI remote control system, under System Devices, also confirm that no error conditions appear for the PCI-to-PCI Bridge. -
Page 16: What Should I Do If The Pxie-5170/5171 Fails The Self-Test Or Self-Calibration
What Should I Do if the PXIe-5170/5171 Fails the Self- Test or Self-Calibration? Restart the system. Launch MAX, and perform the self-test or self-calibration again. Power off the chassis. Reinstall the failed module in a different slot. Power on the chassis. -
Page 17: Worldwide Support And Services
A Declaration of Conformity (DoC) is our claim of compliance with the Council of the European Communities using the manufacturer’s declaration of conformity. This system affords the user protection for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and product safety. You PXIe-5170/5171 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 17... - Page 18 NI trademarks. Other product and company names mentioned herein are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies. For patents covering NI products/technology, refer to the appropriate location: Help»Patents in your software, the file on your media, or the National Instruments Patent Notice at . You can find patents.txt ni.com/patents...
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