National Instruments PXIe-4162 User manual

PXIe-4162

2022-07-06

Contents

PXIe-4162 Purpose and Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Verifying the System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Unpacking the Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Other Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Preparing the Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Installing the Soware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Installing the PXIe-4162. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

PXIe-4162 Pinout and LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Configuring the PXIe-4162 in MAX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Self-Calibrating the PXIe-4162. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Programming the PXIe-4162. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

What Should I Do if the PXIe-4162 Doesn't Appear in MAX?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Why Is the ACCESS LED O When the Chassis Is On?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

What Should I Do if the PXIe-4162 Fails the Self-Test?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Where To Go Next. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Worldwide Support and Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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PXIe-4162 Purpose and Introduction

This document explains how to install, configure, and test the PXIe-4162. The

PXIe-4162 ships with NI-DCPower driver soware, which you can use to program the

module.

Note Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.

Verifying the System Requirements

To use the NI-DCPower instrument driver, your system must meet certain

requirements.

Refer to the product readme, which is available on the driver soware media or

online at ni.com/manuals, for more information about minimum system

requirements, recommended system, and supported application development

environments (ADEs).

Unpacking the Kit

Notice To prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) from damaging the

module, 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 module from the package and inspect it for loose components or

other signs of damage.

Notice Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.

Note Do not install a module if it appears damaged in any way.

3. Unpack any other items and documentation from the kit.

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Store the module in the antistatic package when the module is not in use.

Other Equipment

There are several required items not included in your PXIe-4162 kit that you need to

operate the PXIe-4162. Your application may require additional items not included

in your kit to install or operate your PXIe-4162.

Required Items

■

A PXI Chassis and chassis documentation

■A PXI Controller or PC with a Device for PXI Remote Control system that

meets the system requirements specified in this guide and chassis

documentation

Optional Items

■PXI Slot Blocker Kit (NI part number 199198-01)

■SHDB62M-DB62M-LL Low Leakage Cable for SMU, 62 D-Sub Male to 62 D-Sub

Male

■ 1 m (NI part number 142947B-01)

■2 m (NI part number 142947B-02)

■SHDB62M-BW-LL Low Leakage Cable for SMU, 62 D-Sub Male to Bare Wire

Male

■ 1 m (NI part number 142948A-01)

■2 m (NI part number 142948A-02)

■62-Pin Connector Kit for PXIe-416x SMUs (NI part number 785582-01)

Visit ni.com for more information about these additional items.

Preparing the Environment

Ensure that the environment you are using the PXIe-4162 in meets the following

specifications:

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Temperature and Humidity

Temperature

Operating

Chassis with slot cooling capacity ≥58 W[1] 0 °C to 55 °C

All other compatible chassis 0 °C to 40 °C

Storage -40 °C to 71 °C

Humidity

Operating 10% to 90%, noncondensing

Storage 5% to 95%, noncondensing

Pollution Degree 2

Maximum altitude 2,000 m (800 mbar) (at 25 °C ambient temperature)

Notice This model is intended for use in indoor applications only.

Related information

■http://www.ni.com/manuals

1 Not all chassis with slot cooling capacity ≥58 W can achieve this ambient

temperature range. Refer to PXI chassis specifications to determine the ambient

temperature ranges your chassis can achieve.

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. Visit ni.com/downloads/drivers and search for NI-DCPower.

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3. Download the latest version of NI-DCPower by clicking Download and then

running the executable (.exe) file.

Driver support for the PXIe-4162 was first available in NI-DCPower 17.6.

4. 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.

5. When the installer completes, select Restart in the dialog box that prompts

you to restart, shut down, or restart later.

Installing the PXIe-4162

Notice To prevent damage to the PXIe-4162 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

PXIe-4162.

The AC power cord grounds the chassis and protects it from electrical damage

while you install the PXIe-4162.

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. Position the chassis so that inlet and outlet vents are not obstructed.

For more information about optimal chassis positioning, refer to the chassis

documentation.

5. Remove the black plastic covers from all the captive screws on the module

front panel.

6. Identify a supported slot in the chassis. The following figure shows the

symbols that indicate the slot types.

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Figure 1. Chassis Compatibility Symbols

NI PXIe-1062Q

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

7. Touch any metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity.

8. Ensure that the ejector handle is in the downward (unlatched) position.

9. 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.

10. Latch the module in place by pulling up on the ejector handle.

11. 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.

12. Cover all empty slots using EMC filler panels or fill using slot blockers to

maximize cooling air flow, depending on your application.

13. Power on the chassis.

Related tasks

■Why Is the ACCESS LED O When the Chassis Is On?

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PXIe-4162 Pinout and LEDs

Front Panel

Refer to the following figures and tables for information about the PXIe-4162 front

panel connector pins, channels, and LEDs.

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OUTPUT

12-CH Precision SMU

ACCESS VOLTAGE

ALL CHANNEL SIGNALS

± 24V MAX

60V MAX to

Item

A LED Access Status indicator

B LED Voltage Status Indicator

Status Indicator Device State

(O) Not Powered

Green Powered

Amber Device is being accessed

Table 1. LED Access Status Indicator

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Status

Indicator

Output Channel State

(O) All device outputs are disconnected from their voltage generation sources through

output disconnect relays.

Green At least one device output is connected to a voltage generation source.

Red The device has a fault or is in error due to the voltage generated or measured by

the device. Refer to the driver soware for possible sources. The device will not

operate until the error is cleared and/or the device is reset.

Table 2. LED Voltage Status Indicator

Pinout

The following figure and table provide detailed signal information for the PXIe-4162

connector.

CH1 Output HI

CH1 Sense HI

CH10 Sense LO

Calibration HI

CH10 Sense HI

CH10 Guard

CH10 Output HI

CH7 Guard

CH7 Sense LO

CH7 Output HI

CH7 Sense HI

CH0 to 11 Output LO

CH4 Guard

CH4 Sense LO

CH4 Output HI

CH4 Sense HI

CH1 Sense LO

CH1 Guard

CH0 Output HI

CH0 Sense HI

CH2 Guard

CH2 Sense LO

CH3 Output HI

CH3 Sense HI

CH5 Guard

CH5 Sense LO

CH6 Output HI

CH6 Sense HI

CH8 Guard

CH8 Sense LO

CH9 Output HI

CH9 Sense HI

CH11 Guard

CH11 Sense LO

CH0 Guard

CH0 Sense LO

CH2 Output HI

CH2 Sense HI

CH3 Guard

CH3 Sense LO

CH5 Output HI

CH5 Sense HI

CH6 Guard

CH6 Sense LO

CH8 Output HI

CH8 Sense HI

CH9 Guard

CH9 Sense LO

CH11 Output HI

CH11 Sense HI

Bundle Channel Pin Signal Description

A 0 62 Output HI

61 Sense HI

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