National Instruments PXIe-5698 User manual

GETTING STARTED GUIDE

NI PXIe-5698

RF Preamplifier Module

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

This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-5698 (NI 5698). The

NI 5698 is an RF preamplifier module designed to work with the NI 5668R vector signal

analyzer. The NI 5698 also functions as a stand-alone preamplifier. The NI 5698 ships with the

NI-RFSA instrument driver, which you use to program the device.

To access NI 5698 documentation, navigate to Start»All Programs»National Instruments»

NI-RFSA»Documentation.

Caution The protection provided by this product may be impaired if it is used in a

manner not described in this document.

Hot Surface If the NI 5698 has been in use, it may exceed safe handling

temperatures and cause burns. Allow the NI 5698 to cool before removing it from

the chassis.

Contents

Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................2

Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2

Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2

Verifying the Kit Contents................................................................................................ 3

Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 3

Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4

Installing the NI 5698............................................................................................................... 4

Direct Connections to the NI 5698................................................................................... 6

Connecting to the NI 5668R............................................................................................. 6

NI 5698 Front Panel..........................................................................................................8

Configuring the NI 5698 in MAX.............................................................................................9

Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 10

Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis Is On?...............................................11

What Should I Do if the NI 5698 Doesn't Appear in MAX?.......................................... 11

What Should I Do if the Module Fails the Self-Test?..................................................... 11

Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 12

Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 12

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 are designed to 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 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 5698, 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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Verifying the Kit Contents

67 8

2 31 4

RF OUT

+25dBm MAX

0VDC

ACCESS ACTIVE

NI PXIe-5698

10MHz – 26.5 GHz

ESD

SENSITIVE

RF IN

+17dBm MAX

±10VDC

NOISE

SOURCE

0/28VDC

RFPreamplifier

1. NI 5698 RF Preamplifier Module

2. SMA Driver Bit, Part Number 190487B-01

3. Semi-Rigid 2.92 mm-to-2.92 mm Cable, Part

Number 159289A-01

4. Plastic Cap (x2), Part Number 775067-01

5. Driver Software DVD

6. NI PXIe-5698 Getting Started Guide (This

Document)

7. Read Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic

Compatibility

8. Maintain Forced-Air Cooling Note to Users

Preparing the Environment

Ensure that the environment you are using the NI 5698 in meets the following specifications.

Operating ambient temperature

(IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2)

0 °C to 55 °C

Operating relative humidity

(IEC 60068-2-56)

10% to 90%, noncondensing

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.

Note Refer to the NI PXIe-5698 Specifications at ni.com/manuals for complete

specifications.

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 5698

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 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.

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Figure 1. Chassis Compatibility Symbols

NI PXIe-1062Q

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

The NI 5698 module can be placed in PXI Express peripheral slots or PXI Express

Hybrid peripheral slots.

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 device into the slot until it is fully inserted.

Figure 2. Module Installation

NI PXIe-1075

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 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 with filler panels or use slot blockers to maximize cooling air flow.

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12. Power on the chassis.

Related Information

Installing the Software on page 4

Direct Connections to the NI 5698

The NI 5698 is a precision RF instrument that is sensitive to ESD and transients. Ensure you

take the following precautions when making direct connections to the NI 5698 to avoid

damaging the device.

Caution Apply external signals only while the NI 5698 is powered on. Applying

external signals while the device is powered off may cause damage.

• Ensure you are properly grounded when manipulating cables or antennas connected to the

NI 5698 RF IN connector.

• If you are using noninsulated devices, such as a noninsulated 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 NI 5698

RF IN connector, ensure that the device cannot generate signal transients greater than the

RF and DC specifications of the NI 5698 RF IN connector.

Connecting to the NI 5668R

Figure 3. NI 5668R with NI 5698 Front Panel Interconnection

0 VDC

+ 20 dBm MAX > 10 MHz

+10 dBM MAX < 10 MHz

NOISE

SOURCE

0/28 VDC

ACCESS ACTIVE

NI PXIe-5698

RF Preamplifier

10 MH z – 26.5 GHz

RF IN

+17 dBm MAX

±10 VDC

RF OUT

+25 dBm MAX

0 VDC

ACCESS

ACTIVE

ESD

SENSITIVE

ACCESS ACTIVE

LO3

800 MHz

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

1. Semi-rigid 2.92 mm-to-2.92 mm Coaxial Cable

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1. Use the 2.92 mm-to-2.92 mm cable to connect the RF OUT connector on the NI 5698

front panel to the RF IN connector on the NI 5606 front panel.

2. Hand-tighten all 2.92 mm cable ends on the 2.92 mm cable connectors. The cable

connectors should tighten without much torque or effort.

3. Carefully complete tightening all 2.92 mm connectors to 1 N · m using an appropriate

torque wrench or torque screwdriver and driver bit.

Caution Incorrect torque at 2.92 mm connections can degrade signal fidelity

and phase-locked loop (PLL) performance and may cause insertion loss. Use an

appropriate torque wrench or torque screwdriver and 2.92 mm driver bit to

ensure all 2.92 mm connections are properly torqued. 2.92 mm connectors for

connections to external equipment may require torque different from 1 N · m,

depending on the connector type, material, and manufacturer.

4. Power on your PXI Express chassis and controller system.

5. Verify that the ACCESS LED is illuminated on all modules.

Related Information

Troubleshooting on page 10

If an issue persists after you complete a troubleshooting procedure, contact NI technical

support or visit ni.com/support.

Configuring the NI 5698 in MAX on page 9

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NI 5698 Front Panel

The NI 5698 front panel contains three connectors and two LEDs.

Figure 4. NI 5698 RF Preamplifier Module Front Panel

NOISE

SOURCE

0/28 VDC

ACCESS ACTIVE

NI PXIe-5698

RF Preamplifier

10 MHz – 26.5 GHz

RF IN

+17 dBm MAX

±10 VDC

RF OUT

+25 dBm MAX

0 VDC

Table 1. Device Front Panel Icon Definitions

Refer to the user documentation for required maintenance measures to ensure user

safety and/or preserve the specified EMC performance.

The signal pins of this product's input/output ports can be damaged if subjected to

ESD. To prevent damage, turn off power to the product before connecting cables and

employ industry-standard ESD prevention measures during installation, maintenance,

and operation.

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Table 2. NI 5698 RF Preamplifier Module Front Panel Connectors

Connector Use

NOISE SOURCE HD BNC connector for enabling noise source on or off to facilitate noise

figure measurements.

RF IN Connects the analog RF input signal to the NI 5698 RF preamplifier. The

maximum RF input is +17 dBm.

RF OUT Outputs the bypassed or preamplified RF signal. The maximum RF

output is +25 dBm.

Table 3. NI 5698 RF Preamplifier Module Front Panel LEDs

LED Indications

ACCESS Indicates the basic hardware status of the module.

OFF—The module is not yet functional, or the module has detected a problem

with a PXI Express power supply rail.

AMBER—The module is being accessed. Accessed means that the device setup

registers are being written to in order to control the device.

GREEN—The module is ready to be programmed by NI-RFSA.

ACTIVE Indicates the module state.

OFF— The module is in a quiescent state.

AMBER—The module is waiting for a Reconfiguration Trigger from the

configuration list.

GREEN—The module is triggered and is running a step from the configuration

list.

RED—The module has detected an error state. An error state may indicate the

module has exceeded approved operating temperature and thermal shutdown has

occurred or that the module has detected a power supply failure. If the power

supply fails, contact NI technical support.

Configuring the NI 5698 in MAX

Use Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) to configure your NI hardware. MAX

informs other programs about which devices reside in the system and how they are configured.

MAX is automatically installed with NI-RFSA.

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1. Launch MAX.

2. 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.

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 5698.

5. To use the NI 5698 with the NI 5668R vector signal analyzer, you must associate the

NI 5698 with the NI 5606 RF downconverter in MAX.

Note This step is not required if you are using the NI 5698 as a stand-alone

device.

a) Select the system device with the appropriate downconverter in the configuration

tree.

b) In the Associated Devices section, use the RF Conditioning drop-down listbox to

select the NI 5698.

c) Click Save in the MAX toolbar.

Note Module associations may be lost when you move the modules to

different chassis slots.

6. 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.

Related Information

Refer to the NI RF Vector Signal Analyzers Help for more information about renaming

devices.

Troubleshooting on page 10

If an issue persists after you complete a troubleshooting procedure, contact NI technical

support or visit ni.com/support.

Troubleshooting

If an issue persists after you complete a troubleshooting procedure, contact NI technical

support or visit ni.com/support.

Related Information

Connecting to the NI 5668R on page 6

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