Installing The Hardware; Configuring The Hardware - Measurement Computing USB-1616HS-BNC User Manual

USB-1616HS-BNC User's Guide

Installing the hardware

To connect the USB-1616HS-BNC to your system, turn your computer on, and then do the following:
 Refer to the "Specifications" chapter on page 41 of this user's guide to make sure that the input signals do
not exceed the specified limits.
 Connect the analog inputs to the BNC connectors on the front panel of the USB-1616HS-BNC.
 Connect the TR-2U external supply or another compatible 6-16 VDC power supply to the USB-1616HS-
BNC's external power connector, and plug the other end into a power outlet.
The USB-1616HS-BNC requires 9 V of external power.
 Connect the USB cable to the USB-1616HS-BNC USB connector and to a USB port on your computer. A
USB2.0 port is recommended—connecting to a USB1.1 port results in lower performance.
When you connect the USB-1616HS-BNC for the first time, a
USB-1616HS-BNC is detected. When the message closes, the installation is complete.
The (bottom LED) blinks during device detection and initialization, and then remains solid if
power LED
properly detected. If not, check if the USB-1616HS-BNC has sufficient power. When the device is first
powered on, there is usually a momentary delay before the power LED begins to blink, or come on solid.
Caution! Do not disconnect any device from the USB bus while the computer is communicating with the
USB-1616HS-BNC, or you may lose data and/or your ability to communicate with the USB-
1616HS-BNC.

Configuring the hardware

All hardware configuration options on the USB-1616HS-BNC are software-controlled. You can select some of
the configuration options using InstaCal, such as the edge used for pacing when using an external clock.
Once selected, any program that uses the Universal Library initializes the hardware according to these
selections.
Caution! Turn off power to all devices connected to the system before making connections. Electrical shock
or damage to equipment can result even under low-voltage conditions.
Information on signal connections
General information regarding signal connection and configuration is available in the Guide to Signal
Connections. This document is available on our web site at www.mccdaq.com/signals/signals.pdf.
Caution! Always handle components carefully, and never touch connectors or circuit components unless
you are following ESD guidelines in an appropriate ESD-controlled area. These guidelines include
using properly-grounded mats and wrist straps, ESD bags and cartons, and related procedures.
Avoid touching board surfaces and onboard components. Only handle boards by their edges. Make
sure the USB-1616HS-BNC does not come into contact with foreign elements such as oils, water,
and industrial particulate.
The discharge of static electricity can damage some electronic components. Semiconductor
devices are especially susceptible to ESD damage.
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Installing the USB-1616HS-BNC
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