Getting Started

This section includes general hardware installation procedures for the GX5732 board and installation instructions for the GX5732 (GXPIO) software. Before proceeding, please refer to the appropriate chapter to become familiar with the board being installed.

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Hardware Installation

Installing And Connections

GX5732 Driver Installation

Installing And Connections

Programming the boards

Programing the Board

GX5732  Functions Reference

Functions Reference

 

Packing List

All GX5732 boards have the same basic packing list, which includes:

  1. GX5732 Board

  2. GX5732 Driver Disk

Unpacking and Inspection

After removing the board from the shipping carton:

Caution - Static sensitive devices are present. Ground yourself to discharge static.

 

  1. Remove the board from the static bag by handling only the metal portions.

  2. Be sure to check the contents of the shipping carton to verify that all of the items found in it match the packing list.

  3. Inspect the board for possible damage. If there is any sign of damage, return the board immediately. Please refer to the warranty information at the beginning of the manual.

System Requirements

The GX5732 Instrument board is designed to run on PXI compatible computer running Windows 2000, XP and above. In addition, Microsoft Windows Explorer version 4.0 or above is required to view the online help.

The board requires one unoccupied 6U PXI bus slot.