National Instruments PXIe-5622 User manual

GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI PXIe-5622
16-bit 150 MS/s Digitizer
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-5622 (NI 5622). The
NI 5622 is a 150 MS/s digitizer with onboard signal processing (OSP). The NI-SCOPE
instrument driver ships with the NI 5622 and programs the device.
Note Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
To access NI 5622 documentation, navigate to Start»All Programs»National Instruments»
NI-SCOPE»Documentation.
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................1
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
Kit Contents...................................................................................................................... 3
Other Equipment....................................................................................................................... 3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 3
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the NI 5622............................................................................................................... 4
Hardware Front Panel Connectors.................................................................................... 6
Configuring the Hardware in MAX.......................................................................................... 7
Programming the NI 5622.........................................................................................................8
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................ 9
Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis is On?.................................................9
What Should I Do if the NI 5622 Doesn't Appear in MAX?............................................9
What Should I Do if the Module Fails the Self-Test?.....................................................10
Thermal Shutdown Error................................................................................................ 10
Where To Go Next.................................................................................................................. 11
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 11
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
radio and television reception and prevent unacceptable performance degradation, install and
use this product in strict accordance with the instructions in the product documentation.
Furthermore, any changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by National
Instruments could void your authority to operate it under your local regulatory rules.
Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance, operate this product only with
shielded cables and accessories.
Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance, the length of all I/O cables
must be no longer than 30 m (100 ft).
Verifying the System Requirements
To use the NI 5622, 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 available on the software media or online
at ni.com/updates.
Unpacking the Kit
Caution 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.
Caution 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.
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Kit Contents
Figure 1. NI 5622 Kit Contents
NIPXIe-5622
16-BitIF Digitizer
ACCESS
IF IN
ACTIVE
dBM MAX
50
Ω
TTL
6.3Vp-p
MAX
50
Ω
2Vp-p
NOM
50
Ω
ESD
SENSITIVE
PFI 1
LK OUT
1 2 3 4
1. NI PXIe-5622
2. Driver Software DVD
3. NI PXIe-5622 Getting Started Guide (this
document)
4. Maintain Forced-Air Cooling Note to Users
Other Equipment
In addition to the items in your device kit, a PXI Express chassis with a controller and the
chassis documentation are required for installation and operation of the NI 5622.
Preparing the Environment
Ensure that the environment in which you are using the NI 5622 meets the following
specifications:
Operating Environment
Ambient temperature range 0 °C to 55 °C (Tested in accordance with
IEC 60068-2-1 and IEC 60068-2-2. Meets
MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3 low temperature
limit and MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 high
temperature limit.)
Relative humidity range 10% to 90%, noncondensing (Tested in
accordance with IEC-60068-2-56.)
Maximum altitude 2,000 m (800 mbar) (at 25 °C ambient
temperature)
Pollution Degree 2
Indoor use only.
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Caution Clean the hardware with a soft, nonmetallic brush. Make sure that the
hardware is completely dry and free from contaminants before returning it to
service.
For more information, refer to the specifications document for the device at ni.com/manuals.
Installing the Software
You must be an Administrator to install NI software on your computer.
1. Install an ADE, such as LabVIEW or LabWindows™/CVI™.
2. Insert the driver software media into your computer. The installer should open
automatically.
If the installation window does not appear, navigate to the drive, double-click it, and
double-click autorun.exe.
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 NI 5622
Caution To prevent damage to the device caused by ESD or contamination, handle
the device using the edges or the metal bracket.
1. Ensure the AC power source is connected to the chassis before installing the modules.
The AC power cord grounds the chassis and protects it from electrical damage while you
install the modules.
2. Power off 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 connectors 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.
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Figure 2. Chassis Compatibility Symbols
NI PXIe-1062Q
1
2
3
4
5
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 unlatched (downward) position.
8. 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.
Figure 3. Module Installation
NI PXIe-1075
2
3
1
1. Chassis
2. Hardware Module
3. Ejector Handle in Down (Unlatched) Position
9. Latch the module in place by pulling up on the ejector handle.
10. Secure the device 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 filler panels or slot blockers to maximize cooling air flow.
12. Power on the chassis.
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Hardware Front Panel Connectors
Figure 4. NI 5622 Front Panel
NI PXIe-5622
16-Bit IF Digitizer
ACCESS ACTIVE
PFI 1
IF IN
CLK IN
CLK OUT
TTL (+5 V MAX)
Table 1. NI 5622 Front Panel Signal Connections
Connector Description Function
IF IN SMA connector Analog input connection; digitizes data and triggers
acquisitions
PFI 1 SMB connector Digital trigger connection
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Table 1. NI 5622 Front Panel Signal Connections (Continued)
Connector Description Function
CLK IN SMA connector Imports an external reference or sample clock to the digitizer
CLK OUT SMA connector Exports the digitizer reference or sample clock
Configuring the Hardware in MAX
Use Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) to configure your National Instruments
hardware. MAX informs other programs about which devices reside in the system and how
they are configured. MAX is automatically installed with NI-SCOPE .
1. Launch MAX.
2. In the configuration tree, double-click Devices and Interfaces to see the list of installed
devices.
Installed devices appear under the name of their associated chassis.
3. Expand your Chassis tree item.
MAX lists all devices installed in the chassis. Your default device names may vary.
Note If you do not see your device listed, press <F5> to refresh the list of
installed devices. If the device is still not listed, power off the system, ensure
the device is correctly installed, and restart.
4. Record the device identifier MAX assigns to the hardware. Use this identifier when
programming the NI 5622.
5. Self-test the device by selecting the device in the configuration tree and clicking Self-Test
in the MAX toolbar.
The MAX self-test performs a basic verification of hardware resources.
6. Run the test panels on the device to verify the signal.
a) To access the test panels, right-click the device and select Test Panels. The
NI-SCOPE Soft Front Panel (SFP) launches automatically.
b) Complete one of the following steps to connect a signal to the device:
• Connect an external signal and click Auto or select the appropriate device
parameters for the signal.
• Connect a cable from PFI 1 to an input channel and select Utility»Probe
Compensation from the SFP menu.
Note The NI 5622 has self-calibration capabilities, which you can access
programmatically with NI-SCOPE and your ADE, or interactively with
NI-SCOPE SFP or MAX.
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Programming the NI 5622
You can acquire data interactively using the NI-SCOPE SFP, or you can use the NI-SCOPE
instrument driver to program your device in the supported ADE of your choice.
Table 2. NI 5622 Programming Options
Application
Programming
Interface (API)
Location Description
NI-SCOPE SFP Available from the start menu at
Start»All Programs»National
Instruments»NI-SCOPE»NI-
SCOPE Soft Front Panel.
The NI-SCOPE SFP acquires,
controls, analyzes, and presents
data, similar to stand-alone
oscilloscopes. The NI-SCOPE SFP
operates on the PC, so you can view
and control waveforms directly
from your computer. You can also
run multiple sessions of the
NI-SCOPE SFP simultaneously.
NI-SCOPE
Instrument Driver
LabVIEW—Available on the
LabVIEW Functions palette at
Measurement I/O»NI-SCOPE.
The NI-SCOPE API configures and
operates the device hardware and
provides customizable acquisition,
control, analysis, and measurement
options using LabVIEW VIs or
LabWindows/CVI functions.
C or LabWindows/CVI—
Available at Program Files»IVI
Foundation»IVI»Drivers»
niScope.
Microsoft Visual C/C++—Use
examples located in the
<NIDocDir>\NI–SCOPE
\examples directory, where
<NIDocDir> is one of the
following directories:
• Windows 8/7/Vista—Users
\Public\Documents
\National
Instruments
• Windows XP—Documents
and Settings\All
Users\Shared
Documents\National
Instruments
You can modify an NI-SCOPE C
example to create an application
with Microsoft Visual C/C++. Copy
an NI-SCOPE example to copy
required project settings for include
paths and library files. Alternatively,
refer to the Creating an Application
with Microsoft Visual C and C++
topic of the NI High-Speed
Digitizers Help to manually add all
required include and library files to
your project.
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Troubleshooting
Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis is On?
The LEDs may not light until the device has been configured in MAX. Before proceeding,
verify that the NI 5622 appears in MAX.
If the ACCESS LED fails to light after you power on the chassis, a problem may exist with the
chassis power rails, a hardware module, or the LED.
Caution Apply external signals only while the NI 5622 is powered on. Applying
external signals while the device is powered off may cause damage.
1. Disconnect any signals from the module front panels.
2. Power off the chassis.
3. Remove the module from the chassis and inspect it for damage. Do not reinstall a
damaged device.
4. Reinstall the module in a different chassis slot.
5. Power on the chassis.
6. Verify that the device appears in MAX.
7. Reset the device in MAX and perform a self-test.
Related Information
Installing the NI 5622 on page 4
What Should I Do if the NI 5622 Doesn't Appear in
MAX?
1. In the MAX configuration tree, expand Devices and Interfaces.
2. Expand the Chassis tree to see the list of installed devices, and press <F5> to refresh the
list.
3. If the module is still not listed, power off the system, ensure that all hardware is correctly
installed, and restart the system.
4. Navigate to the Device Manager.
Operating System Description
Windows 8 Right-click the Start screen, and select All apps»Control Panel»
Hardware and Sound»Device Manager.
Windows 7 Select Start»Control Panel»Device Manager.
Windows Vista Select Start»Control Panel»System and Maintenance»Device
Manager.
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Operating System Description
Windows XP Select Start»Control Panel»System»Hardware»Device
Manager.
5. If you are using a PXI or PXI Express controller, verify that a National Instruments
entry appears in the system device list. Reinstall NI-SCOPE 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.
What Should I Do if the Module Fails the Self-Test?
1. Restart the system.
2. Launch MAX, and perform the self-test again.
3. Power off the chassis.
4. Reinstall the failed module in a different slot.
5. Power on the chassis.
6. Perform the self-test again.
Thermal Shutdown Error
If you receive an over-temperature or thermal shutdown error and your device shuts down,
complete the following steps to re-enable your device:
1. Power off the computer or chassis that contains the device.
2. Reinstall the device and make any necessary adjustments to make sure that the device is
effectively cooled.
3. Power on the computer or chassis.
Note The thermal shutdown error is reported until the device has cooled to an
acceptable operating temperature and has been successfully reset.
For more information about cooling the device, refer to the Maintain Forced-Air Cooling
Note to Users included in your kit.
Related Information
Installing the NI 5622 on page 4
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