Adept Scientific has added the USB-2416-XX data acquisition device from Measurement Computing to its range. This product offers both accuracy and input/output voltage range in a lightweight, compact footprint. The spectrum of different signals and applications to which the USB-2416XX family can be applied, gives it a multi-functional DAQ role. Incorporating plug and play flexibility, this device offers the adaptability required by the users.
The USB-2416XX family is a multi-function measurement and control instrument designed for the USB bus. It is a multiplexed 24-bit measurement system that provides up to 16 differential and up to 32 SE (single-ended) analogue inputs with a 1kS/s aggregate throughput. It offers nine software-selectable analogue input ranges (±20V, ±10V, ±5V, ±2.5V, ±1.25V, ±0.625V, ±0.312V, ±0.156V and ±0.078V). The analogue inputs can also be configured as thermocouple inputs (up to 16 differentials). In thermocouple mode, both the USB-2416 and the USB-2416-4AO include built-in cold-junction compensation and open thermocouple detection.
The USB-2416-XX includes eight lines of digital I/O and two 32-bit counters, four 16-bit analogue outputs with an update rate of 1ksamples/s, and an output range of ±10V. The device provides 500VDC isolation between the field wiring and the USB interface. The PS-5V2AEPS 10W regulated power supply provides 5VDC and 2A power to the device.
This data acquisition device is supported by the Universal Library, programming libraries and drivers for popular Windows-based programming languages. This complete function library saves the user time by simplifying the configuration and operation of the measurement board and reducing human errors by eliminating detailed, low-level functions. The Universal Library requires little disk storage, making it suitable for integration into multiple instrument systems and OEM products. The USB-2416-XX is offered with an array of software, including TracerDAQ, Universal Library for LabVIEW, VI's program examples for LabVIEW; and InstaCal installation, calibration and test utility. It also features support for DASYLab, icon-based data acquisition, graphics, control and analysis software, measurement studio MCC edition, Visual Studio 2005/2003 components and controls optimised for test, measurement, analysis and presentation.
