Measurement Computing USB-231 - Manual (Page 8)

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Chapter 2
Installing the USB-231
What comes with your shipment?
Verify that the following hardware components are included in the shipment:
Hardware
 USB-231
 Two screw terminal connector plugs
 Hi Speed Micro-USB cable
Software
MCC DAQ CD
Documentation
MCC DAQ Quick Start Guide
The Quick Start Guide booklet provides an overview of the MCC DAQ software you received with the device,
and includes information about installing the software. Please read this booklet completely before installing any
software or hardware.
Unpacking
As with any electronic device, you should take care while handling to avoid damage from static
electricity. Before removing the device 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, contact us immediately using one of the following methods:
 Knowledgebase: kb.mccdaq.com
 Phone: 508-946-5100 and follow the instructions for reaching Tech Support
 Fax: 508-946-9500 to the attention of Tech Support
 Email:
[email protected]
For international customers, contact your local distributor. Refer to the International Distributors section on our
website at
www.mccdaq.com/International .
Installing the software
Universal Library and InstaCal software are included on the CD that ships with the device.
Installing the hardware
Install the software before you install your device
The driver needed to run the USB-231 device is installed with the software. Therefore, you need to install the
software package you plan to use before you install the hardware.
Caution! To ensure the specified EMC performance, the length of any wire or cable connected to the screw
terminal connector must be no longer than 0.5 m (20 in.).
The USB-231ships with one detachable screw terminal connector for analog signals and one detachable screw
terminal connector for digital signals. Complete the following steps to set up the device:
1. Insert the screw terminal connector plugs into the connector jacks on the device. Refer to Figure 2
on page 9.