PASCO SPARKvue ver.2.0 - Manual (Page 18)

Connecting a voltage probe to the GLX
Plug the included voltage probe into the voltage port on the left side of the GLX.
Xplorer datalogger
The Xplorer datalogger contains a single port for a PASPORT sensor. When it is not con-
nected to a computer, the device records data and displays it on its own screen; how-
ever, when connected to a computer, it passes data through to be recorded and
displayed on the computer. When connected to a computer, it is powered by the USB
port, and it does not require batteries.
1. Use the included USB cable to connect the Xplorer to a USB port on your com-
puter (or a powered USB hub connected to the computer).
2. Connect a PASPORT sensor to the Xplorer.
PowerLink
The PowerLink contains ports for up to three PASPORT sensors. It also includes two
USB ports that other interfaces can be connected to. It is powered by its AC adapter, or
by replaceable batteries.
1. Connect the AC adapter (included with the PowerLink)to a wall outlet and to the
AC adapter port on the back of the PowerLink,or install two “C” batteries in the
PowerLink.
2. Use the included USB cable to connect the PowerLink to a USB port on your com-
puter (or a USB hub connected to the computer).
3. Connect up to three PASPORT sensors to the PowerLink.
USB Link
The USB Link contains a single port for a PASPORT sensor.
1. Connect the USB Link to a USB port on your computer (or a powered USB hub
connected to the computer).
2. Connect a PASPORT sensor to the USB Link.
Connecting a bluetooth device
The bluetooth device can connect to only one host at a time and must remain within
approximately 10 meters. (An error message displays if the device is already connected
to another system.)
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Connecting an interface and sensors to your computer