Measurement Computing TempBook rev.4.0 - Manual (Page 14)

1-4 Introduction and Quick Start 04-26-01 TempBook User’s Manual
Quick Start
For those users who wish to get their TempBook up and running as quickly as possible, this section
provides a brief explanation of the steps required.
Reference Note: Refer to chapter 2, Installation and Configuration, if you are not
already familiar with TempBook systems, or if you need information that goes beyond
the scope of this Quick Start.
Signal Connection
The thermocouple and voltage input signals are fed to the TempBook through a removable termination
card. To remove this card, rotate the ejector handle with your thumb or finger. Once removed, the
thermocouple or voltage connections should be made as shown in the figure.
Signal Connections, Differential and Single-Ended
When connecting both low and high level signals, the low-level signals should be
connected to the lowest numbered channels with connections following in ascending
order of signal magnitude.
The DIP switches located on the termination card connect optional biasing resistors as well as input filters.
• For thermocouple or other differential inputs, these switches should be closed to provide the required
bias current path.
• For single-ended inputs these switches can be optionally opened or closed.
For further details, refer to section Termination Card and I/O Connectors in chapter 2 .
PC Connection
The TempBook communicates with a laptop or desktop computer through the parallel printer port. Connect
the supplied cable to the computer’s parallel port and the TempBook's parallel port.
PC-to-TempBook Connection