NI 5922 User manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI PXI/PCI-5922
24-Bit Flexible-Resolution Oscilloscope
Note Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXI/PCI-5922 (NI 5922).
The NI 5922 is a 2-channel, high-resolution oscilloscope offering state-of-the-art resolution
for sampling rates up to 15 MS/s.
To access NI 5922 documentation, navigate to Start»All Programs»National Instruments»
NI-SCOPE»Documentation. In Windows 8, click NI Launcher and select NI-SCOPE in the
window that appears.
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................2
Verifying the System Requirements......................................................................................... 2
Unpacking the Kit.....................................................................................................................2
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 3
PXI Modules..................................................................................................................... 3
PCI Modules..................................................................................................................... 3
Kit Contents.............................................................................................................................. 4
Other Equipment...............................................................................................................4
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 5
Installing the Spectral Measurements Toolkit...........................................................................5
Installing the Hardware.............................................................................................................6
Installing the NI PXI-5922............................................................................................... 6
Installing the NI PCI-5922................................................................................................7
Hardware Front Panel Connectors....................................................................................8
Configuring the NI 5922 in MAX.......................................................................................... 10
Programming the NI 5922.......................................................................................................11
NI-SCOPE Examples......................................................................................................12
Programming Flow......................................................................................................... 13
Making a Measurement.......................................................................................................... 14
Making a Measurement with NI-SCOPE SFP................................................................14
Making a Measurement with LabVIEW.........................................................................14
Setting Up Your Device for Synchronization......................................................................... 14
PXI Modules................................................................................................................... 14
PCI Modules................................................................................................................... 15
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Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 15
Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis is On?...............................................15
What Should I Do if the NI 5922 Doesn't Appear in MAX?..........................................15
What Should I Do if the Module Fails the Self-Test?.....................................................16
Thermal Shutdown Error................................................................................................ 16
Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 16
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................17
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 3 m (10 ft).
Verifying the System Requirements
To use the NI-SCOPE instrument driver, your system must meet certain requirements.
Refer to the product readme, which is available on the driver software 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
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.
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Caution Never touch the exposed pins of connectors or exposed circuitry.
Notify NI if the device appears damaged in any way. Do not install a damaged device.
3. Unpack any other items and documentation from the kit.
Store the device in the antistatic package when the device is not in use.
Preparing the Environment
Ensure that the environment in which you are using the NI 5922 meets the following
specifications:
PXI Modules
Operating Environment
....................................................................Ambient temperature range 0 °C to 55 °C (Tested in accordance with
IEC 60068-2-1 and IEC 60068-2-2.)
....................................................................Relative humidity range 10% to 90%, noncondensing (Tested in
accordance with IEC 60068-2-56.)
............................................................................Maximum altitude 2,000 m (at 25 °C ambient temperature)
............................................................................Pollution Degree 2
Indoor use only.
PCI Modules
Operating Environment
....................................................................Ambient temperature range 0 °C to 45 °C (Tested in accordance with
IEC 60068-2-1 and IEC 60068-2-2.)
....................................................................Relative humidity range 10% to 90%, noncondensing (Tested in
accordance with IEC 60068-2-56.)
............................................................................Maximum altitude 2,000 m (at 25 °C ambient temperature)
............................................................................Pollution Degree 2
Indoor use only.
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 complete specifications, refer to specifications document for your device at ni.com/
manuals.
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Kit Contents
Figure 1. NI 5922 Kit Contents
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5 6 7
4
1. NI PXI-5922 Device
2. NI PCI-5922 Device
3. Screw Kit, part number 191306A-01 (ships with
PCI devices only)
4. NI Spectral Measurements Toolkit DVD (not
included with 8 MB/ch device)
5. Driver Software DVD
6. NI PXI/PCI-5922 Getting Started Guide (this
document)
7. Maintain Forced-Air Cooling Note to Users
Other Equipment
There are required items not included in your device kit that you need to install or operate the
NI 5922.
• 1/8 in. flat-head screwdriver
•(PXI Devices) A PXI chassis, a PXI/SCXI combination chassis, a PXI/CompactPCI
chassis, or a PXI Express chassis with a controller and the chassis documentation
•(PCI Devices) A desktop computer and its documentation
Note If your application uses NI-TClk synchronization for PCI devices, you must
use a RTSI cable to connect the PCI devices. For more information, refer to NI
High-Speed Digitizers Help»Programming»Reference»NI-TClk
Synchronization Help.
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