Vernier LabQuest Stream Manual

LabQuest Stream
(Order Code: LQ-STREAM)
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LabQuest Stream is a multi-channel, data-
collection interface that can be used to collect data
from Vernier sensors on various platforms, such as
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iOS and Android™ devices, Windows
computers, and Chromebooks™. LabQuest Stream
supports both wired (USB) and wireless
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(Bluetooth ) connections. The type of connection you can use depends on the
data-collection platform.
The LabQuest Stream interface contains three analog ports (CH 1–CH 3), two
digital ports (DIG 1 and DIG 2), a mini-USB connection, a power adapter port,
and a serial power port (for use with the optional Charging Station).
Note: Vernier products are designed for educational use. Our products are not
designed, nor are they recommended, for any industrial, medical, or commercial
process such as life support, patient diagnosis, control of a manufacturing
process, or industrial testing of any kind.
What's Included
LabQuest Stream interface
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Rechargeable battery (in unit)
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Power adapter
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USB cable
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Before Using the Interface
1. Remove the protective pull tab, which protects the battery, from the back of
the unit.
2. Connect the power adapter.
3. Charge for at least 8 hours.
Compatible Platforms, Software, and Sensors
See
www.vernier.com/manuals/lq-stream
compatible with LabQuest Stream.
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and Mac
for a list of platforms, software, and sensors
Getting Started
Follow these general procedures when using LabQuest Stream. For instructions on
getting started with a specific sensor, see
Wired Data Collection (via USB)
Computers and Chromebooks
1. Install software appropriate for the data-collection platform you are using.
2. Turn on LabQuest Stream and connect a supported sensor. The Power LED,
will glow green and the Bluetooth LED, , will flash blue.
3. Connect the small end of the USB cable to the USB port on LabQuest Stream.
4. Connect the other end of the cable to a USB port on your computer or
Chromebook. The USB LED,
5. Start the software. The USB LED will change to green and the Bluetooth LED
will be off. You are now ready to continue your experiment.
Wireless Data Collection (via Bluetooth)
iOS and Android devices
1. Install software appropriate for the data-collection platform you are using.
2. Turn on LabQuest Stream and connect a supported sensor. The Power LED,
will glow green and the Bluetooth LED, , will flash blue.
3. Launch Graphical Analysis app and tap New Experiment, +, to display the
Experiments dialog.
4. Choose LabQuest Stream, then select your device from the list of discovered
devices. The LabQuest Stream serial number, shown on the back label, is the
device name.
5. When connected, the Bluetooth LED will glow blue (no longer flashing). You
are now ready to continue your experiment.
Computers Running Logger Pro
1. Install Logger Pro software on your computer.
2. Turn on LabQuest Stream and connect a supported sensor. The Power LED,
will glow green and the Bluetooth LED, , will flash blue.
3. Pair LabQuest Stream with your computer. The LabQuest Stream serial number,
shown on the back label, is the device name.
macOS: Open System Settings, navigate to the Bluetooth settings, and pair
with LabQuest Stream.
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