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SBOU123A – March 2012 – Revised September 2016
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XTR108EVM-USB Evaluation Board and Software Tutorial
3.3
Connecting Power and USB to the USB DAQ Platform
After the three XTR108EVM-USB boards are connected, connect a 6Vdc to 9Vdc power supply to J5 or
T3 of the USB DAQ platform. A power cable is included that fits J5.
Caution: Be sure to observe correct
polarity.
If connected properly, the µC OK, 3.3-V, and VCC LEDs on the USB DAQ illuminate as shown in
. Always connect power before connecting the USB cable. If you connect the USB cable before
connecting the power, the computer attempts to communicate with an unpowered device that is unable to
respond.
Figure 9. Connecting Power to the USB DAQ Platform