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PASCO UI-5001 Reference Manual

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Reference Guide
013-14545A
*013-14545*
PASCO
550 Universal
Interface
Model No. UI-5001

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  • Page 1 Reference Guide 013-14545A *013-14545* PASCO 550 Universal Interface Model No. UI-5001...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    550 Universal Interface 013-14545A Model No. UI-5001 Table of Contents Equipment ..........................1 Introduction.......................... 2 Computer Requirements for the 550 Universal Interface ..........2 General Operation Requirements and Setup ..............2 A. Operation Requirements and Precautions........................2 B. Connecting the 550 Universal Interface to Your Computer ..................3 C.

  • Page 3: Equipment

    * Any PASPORT or ScienceWorkshop sensor can be used for real-time data collection. ® See the PASCO web site at www.pasco.com for more information about software. Additional Equipment Recommended Model Number Shrouded Banana Plug Patch Cords (for Output) EM-9740 (red) and EM-9745 (black)

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Note: The 550 Universal Interface is compatible with all PASCO PASPORT sensors and ScienceWorkshop sensors. The PASPORT sensors have a “PS-” prefix, and the ScienceWorkshop sensors have a “CI-”, “ME-”, “SN-”, or “TD-” prefix. See the PASCO web site at www.pasco.com for more information about the sensors.

  • Page 5: Connecting The 550 Universal Interface To Your Computer

    System for the PASCO Data Collection software that you are using. • For more information, check the “User Resources” tab on the PASCO web page for the 550 Universal Interface. Under the “User Resources” tab, look for videos related to setup.

  • Page 6: Starting The 550 Universal Interface

    Using the 550 Interface as a Signal Generator OUTPUT Ports – Front Panel The PASCO 550 Universal Interface has a pair of signal output ports on its front panel. Each port is a four millimeter (4 mm) banana jack port. The ports can provide ±8 volts at up to 400 milliamp (or 3.2 watts) for a variety...

  • Page 7: Plugging A Sensor Into The 550 Universal Interface

    Hints for Help • Use the Help menu to access the PASCO Capstone Help for detailed information about PASCO Capstone and the features of the Controls, Displays, Tools, palettes, and panels. • Hover the cursor over an item to see its Tool Tip.

  • Page 8: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting UI-5001 Troubleshooting Problem Recommendations The interface does Ensure you have the power supply connected between the not turn on. interface and a standard, grounded outlet. Check to see that the power push button is pushed in. Ensure that the USB cable is inserted properly to both the interface and to a USB port of your computer.

  • Page 9: Appendix A: Specifications

    UI-5001 550 Universal Interface Appendix A: Specifications 550 Universal Interface Description Power (AC Adapter): 100-240 V AC to 15 V DC at 2 A, 2.1 mm jack Computer Connection: Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 high speed (480 Mbps); does not use any bus power, or Bluetooth...
  • Page 10 Troubleshooting UI-5001 Signal Generator: Amplitude range: ± 8 V with 3.9 mV resolution,12-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC). Maximum output current: 400 milliamp (mA) with over-current detection. Selectable current limits: Frequency range: 0.001 to 100,000 Hz with 0.001 Hz resolution. Sweep functions: single, repeatable, bidirectional.

  • Page 11: Appendix B: Compliance

    What is the 550 Universal Interface? The PASCO 550 Universal Interface is designed to meet the needs of those users who want to use any of the PASCO sensors in any combination at the same time. The interface has six input ports and one signal generator output port.
  • Page 12 PASCO Capstone software would give equal recognition to all PASPORT interfaces and the Select Measurement Menu in a Capstone display will list all of the sensors for all the recognized interfaces.

  • Page 13: Technical Support

    Email: support@pasco.com For the latest information about this product or the latest revision of the Refernce Guide, visit the PASCO web site and enter UI-5001 in the Search window. Limited Warranty For a description of the product warranty, see the PASCO catalog.

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