Installing the software, Installing the hardware, Calibrating the usb-3101fs – Measurement Computing USB-3101FS User Manual
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USB-3101FS User's Guide
Installing the USB-3101FS
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Installing the software
Refer to the Quick Start Guide for instructions on installing the software on the Measurement Computing Data
Acquisition Software CD. This booklet is available in PDF at
Installing the hardware
Install the MCC DAQ software before you install your board
The driver needed to run your board is installed with the MCC DAQ software. Therefore, you need to install the
MCC DAQ software before you install your board. Refer to the Quick Start Guide for instructions on installing
the software.
Be sure you are using the latest system software
Before you install your USB-3101FS, run Windows Update to update your operating system with the latest
USB drivers.
To connect the USB-3101FS to your system, turn your computer on, and connect the USB cable to a USB port
on your computer or to an external USB hub that is connected to your computer. The USB cable provides power
and communication to the USB-3101FS.
When you connect the USB-3101FS for the first time, a series of
Found New Hardware
popup balloons
(Windows XP) or dialogs (other Windows versions) open as the USB-3101FS is detected by your computer.
When the last balloon or dialog closes, the installation is complete. The LED on the USB-3101FS blinks
steadily to indicate that the device is initialized and receiving power.
Caution! Do not disconnect any device from the USB bus while the computer is communicating with the
USB-3101FS, or you may lose data and/or your ability to communicate with the USB-3101FS.
Allow the USB-3101FS to operate for at least 30 minutes before using the device. This warm up time is
required to achieve the specified rated accuracy of measurements.
Calibrating the USB-3101FS
The USB-3101FS is shipped fully calibrated. Calibration coefficients are stored in EEPROM. Return the device
to Measurement Computing Corporation when calibration is required. The normal calibration interval is once
per year.