Measurement Computing USB-1616FS - Manual (Page 9)

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Chapter 2
Installing the USB-1616FS
What comes with your USB-1616FS shipment?
The following items are shipped with the USB-1616FS.
Hardware
 USB-1616FS
 USB cable (24 AWG VBUS/GND, 2 meter length)
 External power supply and cord (CB-PWR-9V3A) – 9 volt, 3 amp DC power supply
Software
 MCC DAQ CD
Documentation
In addition to this hardware user's guide, you should also receive the Quick Start Guide. This 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 USB-1616FS 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 your USB-1616FS arrives already damaged, notify Measurement Computing Corporation immediately by
phone, fax, or email. For international customers, contact your local distributor where you purchased the USB-
1616FS.
 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]
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Installing the software
Refer to the Quick Start Guide for instructions on installing the software on the MCC DAQ CD. This booklet is
available in PDF at
www.mccdaq.com/PDFmanuals/DAQ-Software-Quick-Start.pdf .
Installing the hardware
Before you connect the USB-1616FS to your computer, connect the external power supply that was shipped
with the device.
You can connect up to four MCC USB Series devices in a daisy chain configuration to a single USB 2.0 port on
your computer. If your system has a USB 1.1 port, you can connect up to two MCC USB Series devices.