Introduction
Chapter 1
DAQCard-700 User Manual
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© National Instruments Corporation
Register-Level Programming
The final option for programming any National Instruments DAQ hardware is to write register-
level software. Writing register-level programming software can be very time-consuming and
inefficient and is not recommended for most users.
Even if you are an experienced register-level programmer, consider using NI-DAQ, LabVIEW,
or LabWindows/CVI to program your National Instruments DAQ hardware. Using the NI-DAQ,
LabVIEW, or LabWindows/CVI software is as easy and as flexible as register-level
programming and can save weeks of development time.
Unpacking
The DAQCard-700 is shipped in an antistatic vinyl envelope; when you are not using the
DAQCard-700, you should store it in this envelope.
Because the DAQCard-700 is enclosed in a fully shielded case, no additional electrostatic
precautions are necessary. However, for your own safety and to protect the DAQCard-700,
never attempt to touch the pins of the connectors.