Performing self-calibration adjusts the PXIe-5108 for variations in the environment. The PXIe-5108 devices are externally calibrated at the factory, however you should perform a complete self-calibration after installation.

  1. Install the PXIe-5108 and let it warm up for the recommended warm-up time listed in the .
    Note Warm up begins when the PXI chassis has been powered on and the operating system has completely loaded.
  2. Self-calibrate the PXIe-5108 by clicking the Self-Calibrate button in MAX or calling niScope Cal Self Calibrate (niScope_CalSelfCalibrate).
    Note Low energy transients can appear at the output terminals of your PXIe-5108 during certain situations, such as power-up, power-down, device driver loading, and self-calibration.