NI RF Signal Generators Getting Started Guide 4 ni.com
PXI/PXIe Refers to a PXI or PXI Express module.
PXI Express
compatible module A PXI module compatible with existing PXI slots and P XI hybrid slots.
PXI Express compatible modules maintain hardware and software
compatibility, with the exception of local bus functionality.
RF Radio Frequency—refers to the signal output from the RF OUTPUT
connector on the NI RF signal generator device front panels.
upconverter A device that frequency-translates IF signals to center around a specified
RF frequency—refers to an NI 5610, 2-slot RF upconverter hardware
module.
1. Verifying System Requirements
Your system must meet certain requirements to use NI RF vector signal
generators. For more information about minimum system, recommended
system, and supported application development environments (ADEs),
refer to the NI-RFSG Instrument Driver Readme, which is available on the
NI-RFSG CD.
After you install NI-RFSG, you can access the NI-RFSG Instrument Driver
Readme at Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI-RFSG»
Documentation.
2. Unpacking
NI RF signal generator hardware modules ship in antistatic packages to
prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Because ESD can
damage several components of the NI RF signal generator, store all NI RF
signal generator hardware modules in the antistatic envelopes when not
in use.
Caution Never touch exposed connector pins.
To avoid damage when handling NI RF signal generator hardware modules,
take the following precautions:
• Ground yourself using a grounding strap or by touching a grounded
object.
• Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis
before removing the hardware module from the package.
Remove each hardware module from its package and inspect it for loose
components or any signs of damage. Notify NI if either hardware module