National Instruments PXIe-4136 Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDENI PXIe-4136/4137Single-Channel System Source Measure Unit (SMU)Note Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.This document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI PXIe-4136/4137(NI 4136/4137). The NI 4136/4137 is a single-channel system source measure unit (SMU).To access NI 4136/4137 documentation, navigate to Start»All Programs»NationalInstruments»NI-DCPower»Documentation.Caution Do not operate the NI 4136/4137 in a manner not specified in thisdocument. Product misuse can result in a hazard. You can compromise the safetyprotection built into the product if the product is damaged in any way. If the productis damaged, return it to NI for repair.ContentsElectromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................2Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Voltages............................................................................... 2Verifying the System Requirements......................................................................................... 2Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 3Kit Contents.............................................................................................................................. 3Other Equipment...............................................................................................................4Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 4Safety........................................................................................................................................ 5Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 5System Safety Guidelines......................................................................................................... 5Safety Guidelines for System Design and Implementation.............................................. 5Safety Guidelines for System Operation.......................................................................... 7Installing the NI 4136/4137...................................................................................................... 7Configuring the NI 4136/4137 in MAX................................................................................. 10Testing the Safety Interlock.................................................................................................... 10Testing with an Application Development Environment................................................11Testing with the NI-DCPower Soft Front Panel............................................................. 11Programming the NI 4136/4137............................................................................................. 12Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 12What Should I Do if the NI 4136/4137 Doesn't Appear in MAX?.................................12Why Is the ACCESS LED Off When the Chassis Is On?.............................................. 13Where To Go Next.................................................................................................................. 14Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................14