National Instruments NI USB-621x - Manual (Page 61)

Chapter 5 Connecting AI Signals on the USB-6210/6211 Devices
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In the single-ended modes, more electrostatic and magnetic noise couples
into the signal connections than in DIFF configurations. The coupling is the
result of differences in the signal path. Magnetic coupling is proportional
to the area between the two signal conductors. Electrical coupling is a
function of how much the electric field differs between the two conductors.
With this type of connection, the NI-PGIA rejects both the common-mode
noise in the signal and the ground potential difference between the signal
source and the device ground.
Refer to the Using Non-Referenced Single-Ended (NRSE) Connections for
Ground-Referenced Signal Sources section for more information about
NRSE connections.
When to Use Referenced Single-Ended (RSE) Connections with
Ground-Referenced Signal Sources
Do not use RSE connections with ground-referenced signal sources. Use
NRSE or DIFF connections instead.
As shown in the bottom-rightmost cell of Table 5-1, there can be a potential
difference between AI GND and the ground of the sensor. In RSE mode,
this ground loop causes measurement errors.