USB-1616HS-2 User's Guide

Installing the USB-1616HS-2

Configuring the hardware

All hardware configuration options on the USB-1616HS-2 are software-controlled. You can select some of the configuration options using InstaCal, such as the analog input configuration (16 single-ended or 8 differential channels), and the edge used for pacing when using an external clock. When measuring from thermocouples, make sure you configure the channels for differential mode.

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 connector terminals 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-2 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.

Connecting the board for I/O operations

Connectors, cables – main I/O connector

The following table lists the board connectors, applicable cables, and compatible accessory products for the USB-1616HS-2.

Main connector specifications

Main connectors

Six banks of removable screw-terminal blocks

Expansion connector

25-pin DSUB, female (DSUB25F)

Compatible cable for the 25-pin expansion connector

CA-96A

 

 

Compatible accessory product for the 25-pin expansion

AI-EXP48 expansion board with screw terminals (can connect

connector

to the USB-1616HS-2 directly, or with the CA-96A cable)

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Measurement Specialties USB-1616HS-2 manual Configuring the hardware, Connecting the board for I/O operations