About this User's Guide
What you will learn from this user's guide
This user's guide explains how to install, configure, and use the PCI-CTR05 so that you get the most out of its
counter features. This user's guide also refers you to related documents available on our web site, and to
technical support resources.
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Where to find more information
Additional information about PCI-CTR05 hardware is available on our website at www.mccdaq.com. You can
also contact Measurement Computing Corporation by phone, fax, or email with specific questions.
Phone: 508-946-5100 and follow the instructions for reaching Tech Support.
Fax: 508-946-9500 to the attention of Tech Support
Email: techsupport@mccdaq.com
We recommend that you use the Universal Library for controlling your board. Only experienced programmers
should attempt register level-programming. If you must use register-level programming in your application,
refer to the Register Map for the PCI-CTR05. This document is available on our web site at
www.mccdaq.com/registermaps/RegMapPCI-CTR05.pdf.
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Preface
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