National Instruments PXIe-5832 User manual

PXIe-5832
Getting Started
2023-03-29

Contents
PXIe-5832 Getting Started Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Verifying the System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Unpacking the Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Verifying the Kit Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Preparing the Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Choosing and Installing the Soware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Soware Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing the Soware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing the PXIe-5832. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Interconnecting the PXIe-5832 Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting mmWave Radio Heads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Configuring the PXIe-5832 in MAX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Self-Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Performing a Self-Calibration Using NI-RFSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Locating the Soware and Examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Soware Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Programming Examples Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Making a First Measurement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
What Should I Do if the PXIe-3623 Does Not Appear in MAX?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Why Is the ACCESS LED O When the Chassis Is On?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
What Should I Do if the PXIe-5832 Fails the Self-Test?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
What Should I Do if the Instrument Does Not Initialize?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Hardware Connectors and Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
PXIe-5820. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
PXIe-3623 Front Panel and LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
PXIe-5653. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
mmRH-5582 Front Panel, Back Panel, and LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Where to Go Next. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
NI Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
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PXIe-5832 Getting Started Guide
Note Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the PXIe-5832. The
PXIe-5832 is a half-duplex RF communications instrument with up to 1 GHz of
instantaneous bandwidth, designed for stimulus/response test applications. You
can program the PXIe-5832 instrument using RFmx or NI-RFSA and NI-RFSG driver
soware.
The PXIe-5832 IF only instrument configuration comprises the following modules:
■ PXIe-5820 Vector Signal Transceiver
■ PXIe-3623 Vector Signal Up/Down Converter
The PXIe-5832 IF and mmWave instrument configuration comprises the following
modules:
■ PXIe-5820 Vector Signal Transceiver
■ PXIe-3623 Vector Signal Up/Down Converter
■ PXIe-5653 RF Analog Signal Generator (LO source)
■One or two mmRH-5582 mmWave Radio Heads
There is no single instrument labeled "PXIe-5832."
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Verifying the System Requirements
To use the PXIe-5832, your system must meet certain requirements. For more
information about minimum system requirements, recommended system, and
supported application development environments (ADEs), refer to the readme,
which is installed or available at ni.com/manuals.
Unpacking the Kit
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Notice 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.
1. Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis.
2. Remove the device from the package and inspect the device for loose
components or any other sign of damage.
Notice Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.
Note Do not install a device if it appears damaged in any way.
3. Unpack any other items and documentation from the kit.
Store the device in the antistatic package when the device is not in use.
Verifying the Kit Contents
The kit contents for the PXIe-5832 varies by your instrument configuration.
Table 1. Kit Contents by Configuration
Configuration Included Items
Intermediate frequency (IF) only instrument ■Modules:
■PXIe-5820
■PXIe-3623
■Cables:
■SMA (m)-to-SMA (m) cable, 304.8 mm
■MMCX (m)-to-MMCX (m), 87 mm
■ MMPX (m)-to-MMPX (m) cable,
40 mm (x8)
■ MMPX (m)-to-SMA (m) cable, 152 mm
(x2)
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Configuration Included Items
IF and mmWave instrument, which includes one
mmWave radio head with one of the following
port configurations:
■Direct TRX Ports (0-1)
■Switched TRX Ports (0-7), Direct TRX
Port (8)
■Switched TRX Ports (0-15)
■Modules:
■PXIe-5820
■PXIe-3623
■PXIe-5653
■mmRH-5582
■Cables:
■SMA (m)-to-SMA (m) cable, 304.8 mm
■SMA (m)-to-SMA (m) cable, 1 m (x3)
■ MMCX (m)-to-MMCX (m) cable,
87 mm
■ MMPX (m)-to-MMPX (m) cable,
40 mm (x8)
■ MMPX (m)-to-SMA (m) cable, 152 mm
(x2)
■Mini HDMI-to-Mini HDMI cable
■AC power supply adapter for
mmRH-5582
IF and mmWave instrument, which includes two
mmWave radio heads, each with one of the
following port configurations:
■Direct TRX Ports (0-1)
■Switched TRX Ports (0-7), Direct TRX
Port (8)
■Switched TRX Ports (0-15)
■Modules:
■PXIe-5820
■PXIe-3623
■PXIe-5653
■mmRH-5582 (x2)
■Cables:
■SMA (m)-to-SMA (m) cable, 304.8 mm
■SMA (m)-to-SMA (m) cable, 1 m (x6)
■ MMCX (m)-to-MMCX (m) cable,
87 mm
■ MMPX (m)-to-MMPX (m) cable,
40 mm (x8)
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Configuration Included Items
■ MMPX (m)-to-SMA (m) cable, 152 mm
(x2)
■1.85 mm (m)-to-1.85 mm (m) cable,
200 mm
■Mini HDMI-to-Mini HDMI cable (x2)
■AC power supply adapter for
mmRH-5582 (x2)
Other Equipment
There are required items not included in your kit that you need to install or operate
the PXIe-5832. Your application may require additional items not included in your
kit to install or operate your hardware.
Required Items
■A PXI Express chassis and chassis documentation. To ensure specifications
are valid, NI recommends using the PXIe-1095 Chassis or PXIe-1092 Chassis for
your hardware. For more information about compatible chassis options, refer
to ni.com.
■A PXI Express embedded controller or MXI controller system that meets the
system requirements specified in this guide and chassis documentation.
Optional Items
■A 0.9 N · m (8 lb · in.) calibrated torque wrench, 5/16 in. (NI part number
751120-01).
Preparing the Environment
Ensure that the environment you are using the PXIe-5832 in meets the following
specifications.
Operating ambient temperature 0 °C to 45 °C
Operating relative humidity 10% to 90%, noncondensing (IEC 60068-2-56)
Maximum altitude 2,000m (800 mbar) (at 25 °C ambient
temperature)
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Pollution Degree 2
Indoor use only.
Notice Clean the hardware with a so, nonmetallic brush or lint free
cloth. Make sure that the hardware is completely dry and free from
contaminants before returning it to service.
Note Refer to the PXIe-5832 Specifications at ni.com/manuals for
complete specifications.
Soware Options
NI provides three soware options for programming the PXIe-5832—RFmx, NI-RFSA
and NI-RFSG instrument driver soware.
Table 2. PXIe-5832 Soware Options
Soware Option Description Use Case
RFmx Provides a single-handle
instrument driver with built-in
measurements.
You can use instrument driver
FPGA extensions to customize
the device FPGA using
precompiled bitfiles.
Use RFmx SpecAn to perform
spectral measurements.
Use RFmx Demod to perform
modulation quality
measurements, such as EVM.
Use RFmx personalities to
perform physical layer analysis
on supported communications
and connectivity signals.
NI-RFSA and NI-RFSG
instrument driver
The NI-RFSA and NI-RFSG APIs
each provide a fixed API for
interacting with your hardware.
NI-RFSA and NI-RFSG provide
standard IVI-based
functionality needed for most
vector signal analyzer and
vector signal generator
applications.
You can use NI-RFSA and
NI-RFSG instrument driver
FPGA extensions to customize
Use NI-RFSA to create custom
measurements or applications
that require I/Q data.
Use NI-RFSG to generate
continuous wave (CW) or
modulated waveforms.
Use NI-RFSA and NI-RFSG with
the NI Modulation Toolkit to
develop soware-defined radio
transmitters and receivers.
Use NI-RFSG with the
NI Modulation Toolkit to create
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Soware Option Description Use Case
the device FPGA using
precompiled bitfiles.
and generate modulated
signals to test receivers.
Related information:
■Refer to the RFmx SpecAn Help, the RFmx Demod Help, the NI RF
Vector Signal Analyzers Help, or the NI RF Signal Generators Help for more
information about using the RFmx, NI-RFSA, and NI-RFSG instrument driver
FPGA extensions.
Installing the Soware
You must be an Administrator to install NI soware on your computer.
1. Install an ADE, such as LabVIEW or LabWindows™/CVI™.
2. Download the driver soware installer from ni.com/downloads.
NI Package Manager downloads with the driver soware to handle the
installation. Refer to the NI Package Manager Manual for more information
about installing, removing, and upgrading NI soware using NI Package
Manager.
3. Follow the instructions in the installation prompts.
Note Windows users may see access and security messages during
installation. Accept the prompts to complete the installation.
4. When the installer completes, select Restart in the dialog box that prompts
you to restart, shut down, or restart later.
Installing the PXIe-5832
Notice To prevent damage to the PXIe-5832 caused by ESD or
contamination, handle the module using the edges or the metal bracket.
1. Ensure the AC power source is connected to the chassis before installing the
module.
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The AC power cord grounds the chassis and protects it from electrical damage
while you install the module.
2. Power o the chassis.
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 covers from all the captive screws on the module
front panel.
5. Identify a supported slot in the chassis. The following figure shows the
symbols that indicate the slot types.
Figure 1. Chassis Compatibility Symbols
12 3 45
1. PXI Express System Controller Slot
2. PXI Peripheral Slot
3. PXI Express Hybrid Peripheral Slot
4. PXI Express System Timing Slot
5. PXI Express Peripheral Slot
6. Touch any metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity.
7. Ensure that the ejector handle is in the downward (unlatched) position.
8. 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.
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Figure 1. Module Installation
2
3
1
1. Chassis
2. Hardware Module
3. Ejector Handle in Downward (Unlatched) Position
9. Latch the module in place by pulling up on the ejector handle.
10. Secure the module front panel to the chassis using the front-panel mounting
screws.
Note Tightening the top and bottom mounting screws increases
mechanical stability and also electrically connects the front panel to
the chassis, which can improve the signal quality and
electromagnetic performance.
11. Cover all empty slots using either filler panels (standard or EMC) or slot
blockers with filler panels, depending on your application.
Note For more information about installing slot blockers and filler
panels, go to ni.com/r/pxiblocker.
12. Power on the chassis.
Related tasks:
■Installing the Soware
Interconnecting the PXIe-5832 Modules
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Take the following considerations into account when interconnecting the PXI
Express modules that comprise the PXIe-5832.
■ Inspect all RF connectors before attaching mating cables. Clean with dry
compressed air, if necessary, to remove any contaminants that may be
present.
■Position RF cables with instrument connectors to ensure center pins are
straight and aligned before mating.
■Press MMPX and MMCX connectors until they noticeably snap into place.
■ For all threaded RF connectors (SMA, SMA 27 GHz, and 2.4 mm), engage and
finger-tighten the connector nuts. The connector nuts should thread easily
without binding, but if not, ensure the connector is straight and that center
pins have not been damaged.
■Carefully complete tightening all threaded RF connectors to
0.9 N · m(8 lb · in) using an appropriate torque wrench (not included) or torque
screwdriver and driver bit. Tighten only until the wrench clicks.
Notice Incorrect torque at SMA connections can damage device
connectors and degrade signal fidelity.
Connecting the PXIe-5820 and PXIe-3623
Complete the following steps for the baseband signal connections and Reference
Clock connection, as shown in the following figure.
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Figure 3. PXIe-5832 Equipment Setup (IF Only)
PXIe-3623
Vector Signal Up/Down Converter
5–21 GHz
LO2
LO1
AUX 1
LO1 0
mmWave
LO1 1
mmWave
REF
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
AUX 0
IF OUT
mmWave
IF IN
mmWave
DIO
ALL COAXIAL
PORTS 50 Ω
IF IN/OUT
0
1
0
1
0
1
IN
OUT
ACCESS ACTIVE
ESD
SENSITIVE
I/Q
IN
100 Ω
DIFF
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
I/Q
OUT
100 Ω
DIFF
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
NI PXIe-5820
Vector Signal Transceiver
Baseband IQ, 1.25 GS/s
REF
OUT
I/Q OUT
PFI 0
DIO
REF
IN
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
ACCESS ACTIVE
ESD
SENSITIVE
50 Ω
100 Ω DIFF
I/Q IN
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
100 Ω DIFF
50 Ω
1. MMPX (m)-to-MMPX (m) Cable, 40 mm
2. MMCX (m)-to-MMCX (m) Cable, 87 mm
1. Complete the following baseband signal cable connections between the
PXIe-5820 and PXIe-3623 front panels using the included eight 40 mm MMPX
(m)-to-MMPX (m) cables for transmit and receive I/Q signals.
Table 3. Baseband Signal Cable Connections
PXIe-5820 Connector PXIe-3623 Connector
I/Q OUT I+ I/Q IN I+
I/Q OUT I- I/Q IN I-
I/Q OUT Q+ I/Q IN Q+
I/Q OUT Q- I/Q IN Q-
I/Q IN I+ I/Q OUT I+
I/Q IN I- I/Q OUT I-
I/Q IN Q+ I/Q OUT Q+
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PXIe-5820 Connector PXIe-3623 Connector
I/Q IN Q- I/Q OUT Q-
2. Use the 87 mm MMCX (m)-to-MMCX (m) cable to connect the PXIe-5820 REF IN
front panel connector to the PXIe-3623 REF OUT front panel connector.
This completes the Reference Clock connection.
Connecting the PXIe-5653 LO Source
If you purchased the IF and mmWave instrument configuration, complete the
following steps to connect the PXIe-5653 as an LO source, as shown in the following
figure.
Skip this section if your configuration does not include the PXIe-5653.
Figure 4. PXIe-5832 with PXIe-5653 Equipment Setup
PXIe-3623
Vector Signal Up/Down Converter
5–21 GHz
LO2
LO1
AUX 1
LO1 0
mmWave
LO1 1
mmWave
REF
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
AUX 0
IF OUT
mmWave
IF IN
mmWave
DIO
ALL COAXIAL
PORTS 50 Ω
IF IN/OUT
0
1
0
1
0
1
IN
OUT
ACCESS ACTIVE
ESD
SENSITIVE
I/Q
IN
100 Ω
DIFF
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
I/Q
OUT
100 Ω
DIFF
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
ESD
SENSITIVE
ACCESS ACTIVE
LO3
800 MHz
OUT
LO2
4 GHz
LO1
3.2 GHz - 8.3 GHz
OUT
ALL PORTS
50 Ω
NI PXIe-5653
Synthesizer
REF IN
10 MHz
.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
NI PXIe-5820
Vector Signal Transceiver
Baseband IQ, 1.25 GS/s
REF
OUT
I/Q OUT
PFI 0
DIO
REF
IN
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
ACCESS ACTIVE
ESD
SENSITIVE
50 Ω
100 Ω DIFF
I/Q IN
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
100 Ω DIFF
50 Ω
1
1. MMPX (m)-to-SMA (m) Cable, 152 mm
1. Use one of the 152 mm MMPX (m)-to-SMA (m) cables to connect the PXIe-3623
REF IN front panel connector to the PXIe-5653 REF OUT (10 MHz) front panel
connector.
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2. Use the other 152 mm MMPX (m)-to-SMA (m) cable to connect the
PXIe-3623LO1 IN front panel connector to the PXIe-5653LO1 OUT front panel
connector.
Related information:
■Refer to the PXIe-5832 section of the NI RF Vector Signal Transceivers Help
for more information about how to make connections using an external clock.
Connecting mmWave Radio Heads
Depending on the hardware configuration you purchased, complete this section to
connect either one or two mmRH-5582 mmWave Radio Heads to the PXIe-5832.
Skip this section if your configuration does not include a mmWave radio head.
Recommended Torque
Ensure that connectors are torqued to the appropriate level when connecting
mmWave radio heads to the system.
Table 4. Recommended Connector Torque
Connector Type Torque
2.4 mm 0.9 N ∙ m (8 lb ∙ in)
SMA 27 GHz 0.9 N ∙ m (8 lb ∙ in)
Mini HDMI 0.34 N ∙ m (3 lb ∙ in), maximum
Power connector jack 0.34 N ∙ m (3 lb ∙ in), maximum
Connecting One mmWave Radio Head to the PXIe-5832
Complete the following steps to connect one mmRH-5582 mmWave Radio Head to
the PXIe-5832, as shown in the following figure.
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Figure 5. Equipment Setup with One mmWave Radio Head (Power Adapter and Cables Not
Shown)
IF IN
LO IN
IF OUT
12 V
5.0A MAX
+–
ACCESS ACTIVE
PS TEMP FANS
PXIe-1095
18
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9 8
7
HHHHH
6
5
4
3
2
1
NI PXIe-8880
Embedded Controller
GPIB DRIVE
PWR OK /
FAULT
USER1
USER2
10/100
/1000
ACT/
LINK
10/100
/1000
ACT/
LINK
TRIG
RESET
1
2
DP
PXIe-3623
Vector Signal Up/Down Converter
5–21 GHz
LO2
LO1
AUX 1
LO1 0
mmWave
LO1 1
mmWave
REF
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
AUX 0
IF OUT
mmWave
IF IN
mmWave
DIO
ALL COAXIAL
PORTS 50 Ω
IF IN/OUT
0
1
0
1
0
1
IN
OUT
ACCESS ACTIVE
ESD
SENSITIVE
I/Q
IN
100 Ω
DIFF
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
I/Q
OUT
100 Ω
DIFF
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
ESD
SENSITIVE
ACCESS ACTIVE
LO3
800 MHz
OUT
LO2
4 GHz
LO1
3.2 GHz - 8.3 GHz
OUT
ALL PORTS
50 Ω
NI PXIe-5653
Synthesizer
REF IN
10 MHz
.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
NI PXIe-5820
Vector Signal Transceiver
Baseband IQ, 1.25 GS/s
REF
OUT
I/Q OUT
PFI 0
DIO
REF
IN
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
ACCESS ACTIVE
ESD
SENSITIVE
50 Ω
100 Ω DIFF
I/Q IN
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
100 Ω DIFF
50 Ω
DIO
OUT
2
1
1. SMA (m)-to-SMA (m) Cable, 1 m
2. Mini-HDMI-to-Mini-HDMI Cable
1. Use one of the included 1 m SMA (m)-to-SMA (m) cables to connect the
mmRH-5582 IF OUT connector to the PXIe-3623IF IN mmWave 0 front panel
connector.
2. Use another 1 m SMA (m)-to-SMA (m) cable to connect the mmRH-5582 LO IN
connector to the PXIe-3623LO1 0 mmWave front panel connector.
3. Use another 1 m SMA (m)-to-SMA (m) cable to connect the mmRH-5582 IF IN
connector to the PXIe-3623IF OUT mmWave 0 front panel connector.
4. Use the Mini-HDMI-to-Mini-HDMI cable to connect the mmRH-5582DIO IN
connector to the PXIe-3623 DIO front panel connector. Insert the jackscrew
and finger-tighten the jackscrew to the PXIe-3623 front panel.
5. Connect the AC power supply adapter to the mmRH-5582 power input. Finger-
tighten the locking screws on the power supply connector to the mmRH-5582
using a small flat blade screwdriver.
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6. Connect the mmWave radio head to power by connecting the AC power cable
to the power input on the adapter and connecting the other end to a wall
socket.
Connecting Two mmWave Radio Heads to the PXIe-5832
Prior to starting this procedure, connect the first mmWave radio head to your
PXIe-5832 as directed in the Connecting One mmWave Radio Head to the PXIe-5832
section.
Complete the following steps to connect a second mmRH-5582, as shown in the
following figure.
Figure 6. Equipment Setup with Two mmWave Radio Heads (Power Adapter and Cables Not
Shown)
IF IN
LO IN
IF OUT
12 V
5.0A MAX
+–
ACCESS ACTIVE
IF IN
DIO
OUT
LO IN
IF OUT
12 V
5.0A MAX
+–
ACCESS ACTIVE
PS TEMP FANS
PXIe-1095
18
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9 8
7
HHHHH
6
5
4
3
2
1
NI PXIe-8880
Embedded Controller
GPIB DRIVE
PWR OK /
FAULT
USER1
USER2
10/100
/1000
ACT/
LINK
10/100
/1000
ACT/
LINK
TRIG
RESET
1
2
DP
PXIe-3623
Vector Signal Up/Down Converter
5–21 GHz
LO2
LO1
AUX 1
LO1 0
mmWave
LO1 1
mmWave
REF
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
AUX 0
IF OUT
mmWave
IF IN
mmWave
DIO
ALL COAXIAL
PORTS 50 Ω
IF IN/OUT
0
1
0
1
0
1
IN
OUT
ACCESS ACTIVE
ESD
SENSITIVE
I/Q
IN
100 Ω
DIFF
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
I/Q
OUT
100 Ω
DIFF
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
ESD
SENSITIVE
ACCESS ACTIVE
LO3
800 MHz
OUT
LO2
4 GHz
LO1
3.2 GHz - 8.3 GHz
OUT
ALL PORTS
50 Ω
NI PXIe-5653
Synthesizer
REF IN
10 MHz
.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
NI PXIe-5820
Vector Signal Transceiver
Baseband IQ, 1.25 GS/s
REF
OUT
I/Q OUT
PFI 0
DIO
REF
IN
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
ACCESS ACTIVE
ESD
SENSITIVE
50 Ω
100 Ω DIFF
I/Q IN
I+
I–
Q+
Q–
100 Ω DIFF
50 Ω
2
1
1. SMA (m)-to-SMA (m) Cable, 1 m
2. Mini-HDMI-to-Mini-HDMI Cable
1. Use one of the included 1 m SMA (m)-to-SMA (m) cables to connect the
mmRH-5582 IF OUT connector to the PXIe-3623IF IN mmWave 1 front panel
connector.
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2. Use another 1 m SMA (m)-to-SMA (m) cable to connect the mmRH-5582 LO IN
connector to the PXIe-3623LO1 1 mmWave front panel connector.
3. Use another 1 m SMA (m)-to-SMA (m) cable to connect the mmRH-5582 IF IN
connector to the PXIe-3623IF OUT mmWave 1 front panel connector.
4. Use the Mini-HDMI-to-Mini-HDMI cable to connect the first
mmRH-5582DIO OUT back panel connector to the second mmRH-5582DIO IN
back panel connector. Finger-tighten the jackscrews to secure the Mini-HDMI-
to-Mini-HDMI cable.
The connection is daisy chained on the back panel of the mmRH-5582.
5. Connect the AC power supply adapter to the mmRH-5582 power input. Finger-
tighten the locking screws on the power supply connector to the mmRH-5582
using a small flat blade screwdriver.
Direct Connections to the PXIe-5832
The PXIe-5832 is a precision RF instrument that is sensitive to ESD and transients.
Ensure you are making proper direct connections to the PXIe-5832 to avoid
damaging the hardware.
Notice Apply external signals only while the hardware is powered on.
Applying external signals while the hardware is powered o may cause
damage.
■ Ensure you are properly grounded when manipulating cables or antennas
connected to the instrument.
■ If you are using noninsulated devices, such as an RF antenna, ensure the
devices are maintained in a static-free environment.
■If you are using an active device, such as a preamplifier or switch routed to
the PXIe-5832, ensure that the device cannot generate signal transients
greater than the RF and DC specifications of the PXIe-5832.
Configuring the PXIe-5832 in MAX
Use Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) to configure your NI hardware. MAX
informs other programs about which NI hardware products are in the system and
how they are configured. MAX is automatically installed with NI-RFSA, NI-RFSG, and
RFmx.
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1. Launch MAX.
2. In the configuration tree, expand Devices and Interfaces to see the list of
installed NI hardware.
Installed modules appear under the name of their associated chassis.
3. Expand your Chassis tree item.
MAX lists all modules installed in the chassis. Your default names may vary.
Note If you do not see your module listed, press <F5> to refresh the
list of installed modules. If the module is still not listed, power o the
system, ensure the module is correctly installed, and restart.
4. Record the identifier MAX assigns to the PXIe-3623. Use this identifier when
programming the PXIe-5832.
5. Associate the hardware modules that comprise your instrument.
1. Select the PXIe-3623 that is identified as not configured in the
configuration tree.
2. In the Associated Devices section, select the appropriate module
from each system component drop-down listbox.
Select the PXIe-5820 from the Baseband list. If you are using the
PXIe-5653 as an LO source, select the PXIe-5653 from the LO1
(mmWave LO) list.
Note If you connected a mmRH-5582 mmWave Radio Head
to the system, the mmRH-5582 automatically appears as
connected in MAX when you expand the PXIe-3623
configuration tree item.
3. Click Save in the MAX toolbar.
Note Module associations may be lost when you move the
modules to dierent chassis slots.
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6. Self-test the hardware by selecting the item in the configuration tree and
clicking Self-Test in the MAX toolbar. Repeat this step for all modules in your
PXIe-5832 system.
The MAX self-test performs a basic verification of hardware resources.
Related concepts:
■Troubleshooting
Related tasks:
■Interconnecting the PXIe-5832 Modules
Self-Calibration
Self-calibration adjusts the PXIe-5832 for variations in the module environment
using onboard power detectors.
PXIe-5832 modules are externally calibrated at the factory; however, you should
perform a self-calibration in any of the following situations:
■Aer first installing and interconnecting your PXIe-5832 instrument
■Aer any module in the chassis is installed, uninstalled, or moved
■Aer inter-module cabling has been changed, reconnected, or repositioned
■Aer changing controllers, computers, or reinstalling the driver soware
■When the system is in an environment where the ambient temperature
varies or the module temperature has dried more than ±5 °C from the
temperature at the last self-calibration
■To periodically adjust for small performance dris that occur with product
aging
Note To ensure specifications before you use the instrument or perform
self-calibration, power on the PXI Express chassis and mmWave radio
heads, if applicable; set the chassis fan speeds to AUTO or HIGH,
depending on the chassis; wait for the operating system to completely
load; and then allow the instrument to warm up for 30 minutes.
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Note Ensure that any connected external hardware is in an idle state and
not transmitting during self-calibration. It is not recommended to perform
self-calibration while connected in direct loopback configurations.
Note For the best image rejection and LO leakage performance, it is
recommended that you run Self Cal or Self Cal Range for only the image
rejection and LO leakage portion if the temperature changes beyond ±1 °C.
Performing a Self-Calibration Using NI-RFSA
NI recommends you perform the self-calibration using the NI-RFSA example when
you self-calibrate the module.
1. Select Start » All Programs » National Instruments » LabVIEW to launch
LabVIEW.
2. Launch the Example Finder and navigate to the example.
1. Select Hardware Input and Output » Modular Instruments » NI-
RFSA » Utilities » RFSA Self Calibration.
2. Open the example.
3. Complete the following steps to configure the example:
1. Select the device identifier assigned to the PXIe-3623 in MAX in the
[Resource Name] drop-down menu.
2. Set Clock Source to OnboardClock.
3. Set Self Calibration Step Operations to Perform All Self Calibration
Steps.
4. Run the VI.
Soware Locations
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