GETTING STARTED GUIDENI USB-568310 MHz to 8 GHz RF Power MeterThis document explains how to install, configure, and set up the NI USB-5683 radio frequency(RF) power meter. NI RF power meters make true RMS power measurements. The NI RFpower meters ship with the NI-568x instrument driver, which you can use to program thedevice.For more information about the NI 5683, refer to the NI RF Power Meters Help, at Start»AllPrograms»National Instruments»NI-568x»Documentation.The most recent versions of product documentation are available at ni.com/manuals. Visitni.com/updates for the latest version of NI-568x driver software.Caution You can impair the protection provided by the NI 5683 if you use it in amanner not described in this document.ContentsElectromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines............................................................................... 1Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2Verifying the Kit Contents................................................................................................ 3Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 3Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4Installing the Hardware............................................................................................................. 4Connecting the Device Under Test........................................................................................... 5Front and Back Panel........................................................................................................ 6Connector Care and Handling...........................................................................................6Configuring the NI 5683 in MAX.............................................................................................8NI RF Power Meter Programming Options.............................................................................. 8NI-568x Examples............................................................................................................ 9Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 10Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 10Electromagnetic Compatibility GuidelinesThis product was tested and complies with the regulatory requirements and limits forelectromagnetic compatibility (EMC) stated in the product specifications. These requirementsand limits provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the product isoperated in the intended operational electromagnetic environment.