Description
The National Instruments PXIe-5842 PXI Vector Signal Transceiver is a sophisticated piece of technology designed for high-performance signal processing and analysis. This transceiver occupies a four-slot PXI Express form factor, making it a compact yet powerful solution for various applications.
It is specifically engineered to be compatible with up to four PXIe-5842 VSTs within a single 18-slot PXI chassis. This compatibility ensures a scalable and flexible system configuration for complex testing environments. The PXIe-5842 is targeted towards the Semiconductor, Aerospace, and Defense Industries, where precision and reliability are paramount.
Supporting advanced communication standards such as Wi-Fi 7 and 5G NR, this vector signal transceiver is at the forefront of technological advancements, ready to handle current and future communication protocols. It offers a range of frequency variations including 54 GHz (788566-02), 23 GHz (788565-01), 12 GHz (788565-02), and 8 GHz (788565-03), providing flexibility in testing different frequency bands.
The signal processing capabilities of the PXIe-5842 are powered by FPGA-based, real-time processing, enabling efficient and accurate analysis of complex signals. Driver support includes RFmx, NI-RFSG, and NI-RFSA, ensuring a wide range of software tools can be utilized for various testing scenarios.
Support for multiple programming languages such as LabVIEW, LabWindows™/CVI, C/C++, C# (.NET), and InstrumentStudio makes the PXIe-5842 a versatile tool for engineers and developers. This versatility allows users to select the programming environment that best suits their needs for efficient test development and execution.
To ensure optimal functionality, the installation of the PXIe-5842 requires the correct driver version and specific module installation order and orientation. Moreover, when integrating the PXIe-5842 into a PXI Express Chassis, it is crucial that the chassis has the necessary capacity, power, and slot cooling capacity to meet the needs of the PXIe-5842, ensuring reliable performance under various operating conditions.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Line | National Instruments PXIe-5842 PXI Vector Signal Transceiver |
| Form Factor | Four-slot PXI Express |
| Compatibility | Up to four PXIe-5842 VSTs in a single 18-slot PXI chassis |
| Applications | Semiconductor, Aerospace, Defense Industries |
| Standards Supported | Wi-Fi 7, 5G NR |
| Frequency Variations | 54 GHz (788566-02), 23 GHz (788565-01), 12 GHz (788565-02), 8 GHz (788565-03) |
| Signal Processing | FPGA-based, real-time |
| Driver Support | RFmx, NI-RFSG, NI-RFSA |
| Programming Languages Supported | LabVIEW, LabWindows™/CVI, C/C++, C# (.NET), InstrumentStudio |
| Driver Installation | Requires proper driver version for functionality |
| Module Installation Requirement | Specific order and orientation for functionality |
| PXI Express Chassis Requirements | Capacity, power, and slot cooling capacity must meet the needs of PXIe-5842 |
Question 1: What is the form factor of the PXIe-5842?
Answer 1: Four-slot PXI Express
Question 2: Can the PXIe-5842 support Wi-Fi 7 and 5G NR?
Answer 2: Yes, it supports Wi-Fi 7 and 5G NR.
Question 3: How many PXIe-5842 VSTs can fit in an 18-slot PXI chassis?
Answer 3: Up to four PXIe-5842 VSTs
Question 4: What types of industries is the PXIe-5842 targeted towards?
Answer 4: Semiconductor, Aerospace, and Defense
Question 5: What programming languages does the PXIe-5842 support?
Answer 5: LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, C/C++, C#, .NET
