Measurement Computing 6K-ERB08 - Manual (Page 11)

6K-ERB08 User's Guide Installing the 6K-ERB08
Additional documentation
In addition to this hardware user's guide, you should also receive the Quick Start Guide (available in PDF at
www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/DAQ-Software-Quick-Start.pdf ). This booklet supplies a brief description of
the software you received with your 6K-ERB08 and information regarding installation of that software. Please
read this booklet completely before installing any software or hardware.
Optional components
ƒ Cables
C100MMS-x C100HD50-x C50FF-x
Unpacking the 6K-ERB08
As with any electronic device, you should take care while handling to avoid damage from static
electricity. Before removing the 6K-ERB08 from its packaging, ground yourself using a wrist strap or by simply
touching the computer chassis or other grounded object to eliminate any stored static charge.
If any components are missing or damaged, notify Measurement Computing Corporation immediately by
phone, fax, or e-mail:
ƒ Phone: 508-946-5100 and follow the instructions for reaching Tech Support.
ƒ Fax: 508-946-9500 to the attention of Tech Support
ƒ Email: [email protected]
Connecting the 6K-ERB08 for I/O operations
Follow the guidelines below when connecting the 6K-ERB08 to your computer and to your MCC hardware.
ƒ Make sure your connections to the 6K-ERB08 do not exceed any of the specified maximum ratings, or you
could damage the 6K-ERB08, your computer, and your 6000 Series control board. The maximum ratings
for connections to the 6K-ERB08 are listed in Chapter 4 "
Specifications ."
ƒ Turn off your PC and any 6K-ERB08 power sources before you connect or disconnect the cable from the
6K-ERB08 to the 6000 Series control board.
ƒ Connect one of the interface connectors to the 6000 Series control board’s interface cable. Refer to Tab
for appropriate cable and connector combinations.
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The remaining interface connectors are provided for connections to other accessory boards, such as the
CIO-MINI50 or CIO-TERM100 screw terminal boards.
External power is required when using the C100HD50-x cable
The C100HD50-x cable does not provide power to the 6K-ERB08. If you use the C100HD50-x cable, power
the 6K-ERB08 with an external power source.
Caution! Connect the 6K-ERB08 to a PCI-DAS6000 Series board or to a PCI-DAC6700 Series board only.
Connecting to a board that is not supported by the 6K-ERB08 can damage both boards.
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