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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI PXIe-5668R
26.5 GHz or 14 GHz Vector Signal Analyzer
Note
Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI 5668R. The NI 5668R is a
26.5 GHz or 14 GHz modular vector signal analyzer (VSA). The NI 5668R ships with the
NI-RFSA instrument driver, which you use to program the device. You can also use NI-RFmx,
available at ni.com/downloads, to program the device.
The NI 5668R comprises the following devices:
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NI PXIe-5606 (NI 5606) RF downconverter
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NI PXIe-5624R (NI 5624R) intermediate frequency (IF) digitizer
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NI PXIe-5653 (NI 5653) synthesizer/local oscillator (LO) source module
In this document, "NI 5668R" refers to both the NI 5668R 26.5 GHz VSA and the NI 5668R
14 GHz VSA unless otherwise specified.
Caution
manner not described in this document.
Hot Surface
temperatures and cause burns. Allow the NI 5668R to cool before removing it from
the chassis.
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................2
Verifying the System Requirements......................................................................................... 2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
Verifying the Kit Contents................................................................................................ 4
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 5
Choosing and Installing the Software....................................................................................... 5
Software Options.............................................................................................................. 5
Installing the Software...................................................................................................... 6
Installing the NI 5668R.............................................................................................................7
Interconnecting the NI 5668R Modules............................................................................8
Configuring the NI 5668R in MAX........................................................................................20
Self-Calibration.......................................................................................................................21
Performing a Device Self-Calibration Using the NI-RFSA SFP....................................22
The protection provided by this product may be impaired if it is used in a
If the NI 5668R has been in use, it may exceed safe handling
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
GETTING STARTED GUIDE NI PXIe-5668R 26.5 GHz or 14 GHz Vector Signal Analyzer Note Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller. This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI 5668R. The NI 5668R is a 26.5 GHz or 14 GHz modular vector signal analyzer (VSA). -
Page 2: Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines
To prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) from damaging the device, ground yourself using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded object, such as your computer chassis. Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis. 2 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide... - Page 3 Do not install a device if it appears damaged in any way. Unpack any other items and documentation from the kit. Store the device in the antistatic package when the device is not in use. NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 3...
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Page 4: Verifying The Kit Contents
16. NI 5668R Getting Started Guide (This Document) 7. SMA-to-SMA Cable, Labeled Y, Part Number 152641A-01 8. SMA-to-SMA Cable, Labeled X, Part Number 152640A-01 Note The three 50 Ω loads are shipped installed on the downconverter front panels. 4 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide... -
Page 5: Preparing The Environment
Choosing and Installing the Software Software Options NI provides several software options for the NI 5668R—NI-RFmx, the NI-RFSA instrument driver software, and the NI-RFSA Soft Front Panel (SFP). NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 5... -
Page 6: Installing The Software
Windows users may see access and security messages during installation. Accept the prompts to complete the installation. When the installer completes, select Restart in the dialog box that prompts you to restart, shut down, or restart later. 6 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide... -
Page 7: Installing The Ni 5668R
Ensure that the ejector handle is in the downward (unlatched) position. Place the module edges into the module guides at the top and bottom of the chassis. Slide the module into the slot until it is fully inserted. NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 7... -
Page 8: Interconnecting The Ni 5668R Modules
Complete the following steps to interconnect the NI 5668R front panel connectors, as shown in the following figure. Caution The signal pins of this product's input/output ports can be damaged if subjected to ESD. To prevent damage, remove power from the product before 8 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide... - Page 9 IF IN connector on the NI 5624R front panel. Install a 50 Ω load on each of the NI 5606 module LO1 OUT, LO3 OUT, and IF IN / BIAS OUT connectors. NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 9...
- Page 10 If you are using an active device, such as a preamplifier or switch routed to the NI 5606 RF IN connector, ensure that the device cannot generate signal transients greater than the RF and DC specifications of the NI 5606 RF IN connector. 10 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide...
- Page 11 The signal pins of this product's input/output ports can be damaged if subjected to ESD. To prevent damage, turn off power to the product before connecting cables and employ industry-standard ESD prevention measures during installation, maintenance, and operation. NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 11...
- Page 12 Connects to the LO3 OUT connector on the NI 5653 module front panel. This connector is the input terminal for the LO3 (800 MHz) source. LO3 IN is an SMA connector with an impedance of 50 Ω (nominal). 12 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide...
- Page 13 RF downconverter modules. When you are not using the LO1 OUT and LO3 OUT connectors, connect a 50 Ω load to each of these connectors. NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 13...
- Page 14 RED—The module has detected an error state. An error state may indicate the module has exceeded approved operating temperature and thermal shutdown has occurred or that the module has detected a power supply failure. If the power supply fails, contact NI technical support. 14 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide...
- Page 15 The signal pins of this product's input/output ports can be damaged if subjected to ESD. To prevent damage, turn off power to the product before connecting cables and employ industry-standard ESD prevention measures during installation, maintenance, and operation. NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 15...
- Page 16 DIGITAL I/O DIO terminal that contains general-purpose DIO signals. DIO lines are not accessible using NI-RFSA. ™ Caution The DIGITAL I/O connector accepts a standard, third-party HDMI cable, but the DIGITAL I/O port is not an HDMI interface. Do not connect the 16 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide...
- Page 17 RED—The module has detected an error. NI-RFSA must access the module to determine the cause of the error. The LED remains red until the error condition is removed. NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 17...
- Page 18 5 V p-p MAX REF OUT 10 MHz 1.5 V p-p MAX REF OUT 100 MHz 1.5 V p-p MAX 800 MHz 4 GHz 3.2 GHz - 8.3 GHz SENSITIVE ALL PORTS 50 Ω 18 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide...
- Page 19 Connects to the LO3 IN connector on the NI 5606 module front panel. This connector is the output terminal for the LO3 (800 MHz) source. LO3 OUT is an SMA connector with an impedance of 50 Ω (nominal). NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 19...
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Page 20: Configuring The Ni 5668R In Max
Remote Systems. Find your target IP address or name, expand it, and then expand Devices and Interfaces. Installed modules appear under the name of their associated chassis. Expand your Chassis tree item. 20 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide... -
Page 21: Self-Calibration
• After first installing and interconnecting your NI 5668R system • When there is a physical change to any of the system components, such as replacement of modules NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 21... -
Page 22: Performing A Device Self-Calibration Using The Ni-Rfsa Sfp
Table 11. Locations of NI-RFmx Software Location LabVIEW Available on the LabVIEW Functions palette at Measurement I/O»NI-RFmx. LabWindows/CVI NI-RFmx functions are available from the LabWindows/CVI Library menu at Library»RFmx SpecAn Library and Library» RFmx Demod Library. 22 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide... - Page 23 Windows 10 (32-bit)/8.1 (32-bit)/7 (32-bit)— Program Files\National Instruments • Windows 10 (64-bit)/8.1 (64-bit)/7 (64-bit)— Program Files (x86)\National Instruments Microsoft .NET For the location of .NET class libraries, refer to the installed NI-RFmx readme. NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 23...
- Page 24 Program Files (x86)\IVI Foundation\IVI Microsoft .NET To use the .NET API, you must install the .NET class libraries. For download and installed file locations, visit ni.com/info and enter Info Code NETAPIdriversupport 24 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide...
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Page 25: Programming Examples Locations
Launch LabVIEW or LabWindows/CVI. Select Help»Find Examples to open the NI Example Finder. Navigate to Hardware Input and Output»Modular Instruments. Open the example that best matches your application requirements. NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 25... -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
Apply external signals only while the NI 5668R is powered on. Applying external signals while the device is powered off may cause damage. Disconnect any signals from the module front panels. Power off the chassis. 26 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide... -
Page 27: Configuration
Windows 7 Select Start»Control Panel»Device Manager. If you are using a PXI or PXI Express controller, verify that a National Instruments entry appears in the System Devices list. Reinstall NI-RFSA and the module if error conditions appear in the list. If you are using an MXI controller, right-click PCI-to-PCI Bridge, and select Properties from the shortcut menu to verify that the bridge is enabled. -
Page 28: Measurements
Verify that the discrepancy between the NI 5668R and the source is within the error limits of the devices. Verify the absolute amplitude accuracy of the NI 5668R using the appropriate value. Verify the level accuracy of the input signal into the receiver. 28 | ni.com | NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide... -
Page 29: Where To Go Next
The NI RF Vector Signal Analyzers Help is an HTML version of a traditional user manual that includes detailed information about RF fundamentals, device features, and programming with NI-RFSA. NI PXIe-5668R Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 29... -
Page 30: Worldwide Support And Services
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...
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