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Chapter 2
Installing the OM-USB-2404-60
What comes with your shipment?
As you unpack your OM-USB-2404-60, verify that the following components are included.
Hardware
OM-USB-2404-60
USB cable
Software
Software for OMB-DAQ-2400, OM-USB, OM-WEB, and OM-WLS Series Data Acquisition Modules CD
Documentation
In addition to this hardware user's guide, you should also receive the
OMB-DAQ-2400, OM-USB, OM-WEB,
and OM-WLS Series Data Acquisition Software User's Guide
. This booklet provides an overview of the
software you received with the device, and includes information about installing the software.
Optional accessories
OM-ACC-102 — Two-position screw terminal connector blocks (quantity ten).
OM-ACC-160 — Backshell for use with the OM-ACC-102 two-position screw terminal connector blocks.
Provides strain relief and operator protection from high-voltage signals (quantity six).
Unpacking
As with any electronic device, take care while handling to avoid damage from static electricity. Before
removing the device 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 any components are missing or damaged, notify Omega Engineering immediately by phone, fax, or e-mail.
Phone: (203) 359-1660
Fax: (203) 359-7700
Email:
Installing the software
Refer to the
Software User's Guide
for instructions on installing
the software. This booklet ships with the
hardware, and is available in PDF at
http://www.omega.com/manuals/manualpdf/M4803.pdf
.
Installing the hardware
Install the software before you install your device
The driver needed to run the OM-USB-2404-60 is installed when you install the software. Therefore, you need
to install the software you plan to use before you install the hardware.
To connect the OM-USB-2404-60 to your system, connect the USB cable to an available USB port on the
computer or to an external USB hub connected to the computer. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the
USB connector on the device. No external power is required.
When connected for the first time, a
Found New Hardware
dialog opens when the operating system detects the
device. When the dialog closes, the installation is complete. The LED on the OM-USB-2404-60 blinks steadily
to indicate that the device is initialized and receiving power.
