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550 Universal Interface

Appendix B: Compliance

FCC Statement

This Class A digital device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not 
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired 
operation.

CE Statement

This device has been tested and found to comply with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable EU Directives

Appendix C: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 550 Universal Interface?

The PASCO 550 Universal Interface is designed to meet the needs of those users who want to use any 
of the PASCO sensors in any combination at the same time. The interface has six input ports and one 
signal generator output port. 

The PASCO 550 Universal Interface can measure data at a rate as fast as one million samples per 
second (1 Msps), and can output a signal at a frequency as high as one-hundred thousand hertz (100 
kHz). 

How do I know if my computer has a USB port? 

If your computer has a USB port, you will see the USB symbol (

) embossed, engraved, or 

printed next to the port somewhere on your computer. If you purchased a computer that was 
manufactured in 2001 or later, chances are you have a USB-compatible computer. 

It may be possible to add USB ports to your computer using a USB interface card.

My computer has two USB ports. Can I use more than one PASCO USB interface at the same 
time?

Yes. PASCO Capstone software allows you to use more than one PASCO USB interface at the same 
time. However, only one 750 USB 

ScienceWorkshop

 Interface or 500 

ScienceWorkshop

 Interface with 

a USB/Serial adapter can be used with Capstone. 

Is the 550 Universal Interface compatible with PASCO’s complete line of sensors?

Yes. The 550 Universal Interface is compatible with PASPORT sensors (“PS-”) and ScienceWorkshop 
(“CI-”) sensors.

Does the 550 Universal Interface work with 

other 

software?

No. The 550 Universal Interface requires PASCO Data Collection software (such as PASCO Capstone 
or SPARKvue). 

Does PASCO Capstone software work with 

other

 interfaces?

Yes. PASCO Capstone software works with any PASPORT interface such as the USB Link and the 
SPARKLink Air. The software also works with a 750 USB 

ScienceWorkshop

 Interface or a 500 

ScienceWorkshp

 Interface with a USB/Serial adapter. 

PASCO Capstone software will work with the PASCO PI-8127 Function Generator and with USB 
compatible video cameras.

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Страница 1: ...Reference Guide 013 14545A 013 14545 PASCO 550 Universal Interface Model No UI 5001 ...

Страница 2: ... Universal Interface to Your Computer 3 C Starting the 550 Universal Interface 4 D Plugging a Sensor into the 550 Universal Interface 5 Using the 550 Interface as a Signal Generator 5 A Connect the Interface 5 B Setup the Signal Generator 5 Troubleshooting 6 Appendix A Specifications 7 Appendix B Compliance 9 Appendix C Frequently Asked Questions 9 Technical Support 11 Warranty Copyright and Trade...

Страница 3: ...puter OR Bluetooth compatible tablet Any PASCO sensor A sensor with a PS CI ME SN or TD prefix PASCO Data Collection Software PASCO Capstone or SPARKvue1 Additional Equipment Recommended Model Number Shrouded Banana Plug Patch Cords for Output EM 9740 red and EM 9745 black ON OFF push button power indicator Input ports for phono plug sensors Input ports for DIN plug sensors Output port banana jack...

Страница 4: ...sensors that measure the output signal Please note that the 550 Universal Interface is not compatible with the PASCO CI 6552A Power Amplifier because there is no signal output from the DIN plug ports Note The 550 Universal Interface is compatible with all PASCO PASPORT sensors and ScienceWorkshop sensors The PASPORT sensors have a PS prefix and the ScienceWorkshop sensors have a CI ME SN or TD pre...

Страница 5: ...ormation about connecting the 550 Universal Interface wirelessly refer to the Online Help System for the PASCO Data Collection software that you are using For more information check the User Resources tab on the PASCO web page for the 550 Universal Interface Under the User Resources tab look for videos related to setup C Starting the 550 Universal Interface 1 Connect the AC adapter to a grounded e...

Страница 6: ... the 550 Interface as a Signal Generator OUTPUT Ports Front Panel The PASCO 550 Universal Interface has a pair of signal output ports on its front panel Each port is a four millimeter 4 mm banana jack port The ports can provide 8 volts at up to 400 milliamp or 3 2 watts for a variety of waveforms sine square triangle positive and negative ramps or direct current DC if needed The output frequency r...

Страница 7: ...r Refer to the Online Help and User s Guide for the software for information about setting controls for Signal Generator functions such as Controls for functions such as Frequency Amplitude Voltage Offset and Voltage Limit may be adjusted in more than one way Hints for Help Use the Help menu to access the PASCO Capstone Help for detailed information about PASCO Capstone and the features of the Con...

Страница 8: ... the proper hardware setup selected in Capstone In the Hardware Setup panel click Choose Interface See that Autodetect is checked or click the More menu and see which interface is connected I want to collect data with both a 750 USB Interface and the 550 Universal interface simultaneously Capstone does not allow you to collect data from a ScienceWorkshop interface and other interfaces simultaneous...

Страница 9: ...s Digital input Edge sensitive and sampled at 10 kHz 100 µs 1 µS resolution for the Motion Sensor High Speed Analog Channels Two identical channels with differential inputs and 1 megaohm input impedance Supports all 8 pin DIN analog sensors 10 V input voltage measurement range Input protection 250 V continuous common mode Three voltage gain settings on each channel 1 10 and 100X Bandwidth Unity ga...

Страница 10: ...output current 400 milliamp mA with over current detection Selectable current limits Frequency range 0 001 to 100 000 Hz with 0 001 Hz resolution Sweep functions single repeatable bidirectional DC Voltage offset Waveforms sine triangle square positive ramp negative ramp DC Output disable function Output current measure 61 microamp µA resolution ...

Страница 11: ...d engraved or printed next to the port somewhere on your computer If you purchased a computer that was manufactured in 2001 or later chances are you have a USB compatible computer It may be possible to add USB ports to your computer using a USB interface card My computer has two USB ports Can I use more than one PASCO USB interface at the same time Yes PASCO Capstone software allows you to use mor...

Страница 12: ...ome PASPORT interfaces connected at the same time which interface would be recognized first and have priority PASCO Capstone software would give equal recognition to all PASPORT interfaces and the Select Measurement Menu in a Capstone display will list all of the sensors for all the recognized interfaces ...

Страница 13: ...bited Trademarks PASCO PASCO scientific Capstone ScienceWorkshop DataStudio PASPORT and SPARK Science Learning System are trademarks or registered trademarks of PASCO scientific in the United States and or in other countries All other brands products or service names are or may be trademarks or service marks of and are used to identify products or services of their respective owners For more infor...

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