National Instruments PXIe-5655 - PXIe-5842 Product Overview; What is the PXIe-5842?

PXIe-5842 Product Overview
What is the PXIe-5842?
The PXIe-5842 is a modular RF vector signal transceiver (VST). The PXIe-5842
module combines with other modules to form complete PXIe-5842 instruments.
The PXIe-5842 combines a vector signal generator and vector signal analyzer with
FPGA-based, real-time signal processing and control.
The PXIe-5842 name encompasses the following instruments:
Table 1. PXIe-5842 Instruments
Instrument Constituent Modules
PXIe-5842 VST
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PXIe-5842
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PXIe-5655
Components of a PXIe-5842 System
The PXIe-5842 is designed for integration into a broader test system that requires
test soware, drivers, and, in addition to the parts included in your kit, hardware
beyond the PXIe-5842 itself. Use the following list of typical PXIe-5842 system
components as a starting point for building your test system.
PXIe-5842 VST Kit Contents
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PXIe-5842
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PXIe-5655
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Cables
Cable Type Part Number Quantity
Semi-rigid cable, PXIe-5842
REF: IN to PXIe-5655
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PXIe-5842 Getting Started