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DAQ System Overview
Figure 2-1shows a typical DAQ system, which includes sensors, transducers, signal conditioning devices, cables that connect the various devices to the accessories, the M Series device, programming software, and PC. The following sections cover the components of a typical DAQ system.
DAQ | | DAQ | | Personal Computer |
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Hardware | | Software | | or Laptop |
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Figure 2-1.Components of a Typical DAQ System
DAQ Hardware
DAQ hardware digitizes signals, performs D/A conversions to generate analog output signals, and measures and controls digital I/O signals. Figure 2-2features components common to all USB M Series devices.
