Measurement Computing 200 Series DaqBook - Manual (Page 5)

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Manual Layout
Chapter 1 – Daq Systems, a Brief Overview discusses the “modular concept” associated with DaqBooks,
DaqBoards, Daq PC-Cards, and DBK options.
Chapter 2 – Setup and Startup provides instructions for configuring and connecting a DaqBook;
installing the appropriate software, and supplying power to the system.
Chapter 3 - A Closer Look at DaqBook Hardware discusses the differences between DaqBook models,
performance factors, jumpers, connections, and stacking hardware.
DBK Basics – discusses option cards and modules (DBKs) that can be used to enhance and expand data
acquisition systems. Note that DBK Basics is not a chapter, but an independent document module
that is applicable to this user’s manual, as well as others.
Appendix A – Specifications, DaqBooks
Reference Notes:
During software installation, Adobe
® PDF versions of user manuals are automatically
installed onto your hard drive as a part of product support. The default location is in the
Programs directory, which can be accessed from the Windows Desktop.
A copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader ® is included on your CD. The Reader provides
a means of reading and printing the PDF documents. Note that hardcopy versions of manuals
can be ordered from the factory.
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DaqView and DaqViewXL – explains the use and features of the included out-of-the-box
data acquisition software.
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Post Acquisition Data Analysis User’s Guide – contains one or more document
modules pertaining to a post-acquisition analysis program. Examples of such programs
are PostView, DIAdem and eZ-View.
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For detailed information regarding specific DBKs, refer to the DBK Option Cards and
Modules User’s Manual , p/n 457-0905. Each DBK section includes device-specific
hardware and software information. The document includes a chapter on power
management.
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For programming-related information refer to the separate Programmer’s Manual ,
p/n 1008-0901.