Installing The Usb-Dio24/37; Unpacking; Installing The Software; Installing The Hardware - Measurement Computing USB-DIO24 User Manual

Installing the USB-DIO24/37

Unpacking

As with any electronic device, you should take care while handling to avoid damage from static
electricity. Before removing the device from its packaging, ground yourself using a wrist strap or by simply
touching the computer chassis or other grounded object to eliminate any stored static charge.
Contact us immediately if any components are missing or damaged.

Installing the software

Refer to the MCC DAQ Quick Start and the USB-DIO24/37 product page on our website for information about
the software supported by the USB-DIO24/37.
Install the software before you install your device
The driver needed to run the USB-DIO24/37 is installed with the software. Therefore, you need to install the
software package you plan to use before you install the hardware.

Installing the hardware

To connect the USB-DIO24/37 to the system, connect the USB cable to an available USB port on the computer
or to an external USB hub connected to the computer.
When you connect the USB-DIO24/37 for the first time, multiple
when the operating system detects the device. When installation is complete, the
then remain on. This indicates that communication is established between the USB-DIO24/37 and your
computer.
If the USB LED turns off
If the USB LED is on but then turns off, the computer has lost communication with the USB-DIO24/37. To
restore communication, disconnect the USB cable from the computer, and then reconnect it. This should restore
communication, and the USB LED should turn back on.
Caution! Do not disconnect any device from the USB bus while the computer is communicating with the
USB-DIO24/37, or you may lose data and/or your ability to communicate with the
USB-DIO24/37.

Connecting the board for I/O operations

Connectors and cables

The table below lists the board I/O connector type and compatible cables for use with the USB-DIO24/37.
Connector type
Compatible cables
Board connectors, cables, and accessory equipment
37-pin D-type connector
C37FF-x unshielded ribbon cable. x = length in feet
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