Installing The Usb-1208Hs; What Comes With Your Shipment; Hardware; Software - Measurement Computing USB-1208HS User Manual

Installing the USB-1208HS

What comes with your shipment?

The following items are shipped with the USB-1208HS:

Hardware

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USB-1208HS
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USB cable

Software

MCC DAQ CD

Documentation

In addition to this hardware user's guide, you should also receive the Quick Start Guide. This booklet provides
an overview of the MCC DAQ software you received with the device, and includes information about installing
the software. Please read this booklet completely before installing any software or hardware.

Unpacking

As with any electronic device, take care while handling to avoid damage from static electricity. Before
removing the USB-1208HS from its packaging, ground yourself using a wrist strap or touch either the computer
chassis or other grounded object to eliminate any stored static charge. If the device is damaged, notify
Measurement Computing Corporation immediately by phone, fax, or email.
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Knowledgebase:
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Phone: 508-946-5100 and follow the instructions for reaching Tech Support
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Fax: 508-946-9500 to the attention of Tech Support
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Email: techsupport@mccdaq.com
For international customers, contact your local distributor. Refer to the International Distributors section on our
web site at www.mccdaq.com/International.

Installing the software

Refer to the Quick Start Guide for instructions on installing the software on the MCC DAQ CD. This booklet is
available in PDF at www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/DAQ-Software-Quick-Start.pdf.

Installing the hardware

Be sure you are using the latest system software
Before you install the device, run Windows Update to update your operating system with the latest USB drivers.
Install the MCC DAQ software before you install your board
The driver needed to run your board is installed with the MCC DAQ software. Therefore, you need to install the
software before you install your board. Refer to the Quick Start Guide for instructions.
To connect the USB-1208HS to your system, turn your computer on, and connect the USB cable to a USB port
on your computer or to an external USB hub connected to your computer. The USB cable provides power and
communication to the USB-1208HS.
When you connect the USB-1208HS for the first time, a
operating system detects the device. The
between the device and the computer. Refer to Figure 2 on page 9 for the location of the Status LED. When the
dialog closes, the installation is complete.
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Status
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LED turns on; this indicates that communication is established
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dialog opens when the