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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI PXIe-4138/4139
Single-Channel System SMU
Note
Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-4138/4139
(NI 4138/4139). The NI 4138/4139 is a single channel system source measurement unit
(SMU).
To access NI 4138/4139 documentation, navigate to Start»All Programs»National
Instruments»NI-DCPower»Documentation.
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines............................................................................... 1
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
Kit Contents.............................................................................................................................. 3
Other Equipment............................................................................................................... 3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 4
Safety........................................................................................................................................ 4
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the NI 4138/4139...................................................................................................... 5
Configuring the NI 4138/4139 in MAX................................................................................... 6
Programming the NI 4138/4139............................................................................................... 7
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................ 8
What Should I Do if the NI 4138/4139 Doesn't Appear in MAX?...................................8
Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis Is On?.................................................8
Where To Go Next.................................................................................................................... 9
Worldwide Support and Services.............................................................................................. 9
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 product is
operated in the intended operational electromagnetic environment.
This product is intended for use in industrial locations. However, harmful interference may
occur in some installations, when the product is connected to a peripheral device or test object,
or if the product is used in residential or commercial areas. To minimize interference with
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Single-Channel System SMU Note Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller. This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-4138/4139 (NI 4138/4139). The NI 4138/4139 is a single channel system source measurement unit (SMU). -
Page 2: Verifying The System Requirements
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. 2 | ni.com | NI PXIe-4138/4139 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 3: Kit Contents
To determine which revision of a device you have, open Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) and select the device in question. The hardware revision is displayed in the settings pane on right-hand side. NI PXIe-4138/4139 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 3... -
Page 4: Preparing The Environment
For information about connecting signals for specific devices, refer to the ranges reference of the NI DC Power Supplies and SMUs Help. Installing the Software You must be an Administrator to install NI software on your computer. 4 | ni.com | NI PXIe-4138/4139 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 5: Installing The Ni 4138/4139
Ensure that the ejector handle is in the unlatched (downward) position. Place the module edges into the module guides at the top and bottom of the chassis. Slide the device into the slot until it is fully inserted. NI PXIe-4138/4139 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 5... -
Page 6: Configuring The Ni 4138/4139 In Max
Launch MAX. In the configuration tree, expand Devices and Interfaces to see the list of installed devices. Installed devices appear under the name of their associated chassis. Expand your Chassis tree item. 6 | ni.com | NI PXIe-4138/4139 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 7: Programming The Ni 4138/4139
Microsoft Visual C and C++ installed C/C++ examples. topic of the NI DC Power Supplies and SMUs Help to manually add all required include and library files to your project. NI PXIe-4138/4139 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 7... -
Page 8: Troubleshooting
Select Start»Control Panel»System»Hardware»Device Manager. If you are using a PXI or PXI Express controller, verify that a National Instruments entry appears in the system device list. Reinstall NI-DCPower and the device 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 9: Where To Go Next
NI Application Engineers. Visit ni.com/services for NI Factory Installation Services, repairs, extended warranty, and other services. NI PXIe-4138/4139 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 9... - Page 10 CONTAINED HEREIN AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY ERRORS. U.S. Government Customers: The data contained in this manual was developed at private expense and is subject to the applicable limited rights and restricted data rights as set forth in FAR 52.227-14, DFAR 252.227-7014, and DFAR 252.227-7015. © 2014—2016 National Instruments. All rights reserved. 374671B-01 Jan16...
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