Measurement USB-525 User Manual
USB-5106
User's Guide
Document Revision 2
February 2015
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4-channel analog logger
HM USB-5106.docx
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Table of Contents
Preface
About this User's Guide ....................................................................................................................... 4
What you will learn from this user's guide ......................................................................................................... 4
Conventions in this user's guide ......................................................................................................................... 4
Where to find more information ......................................................................................................................... 4
Chapter 1
Introducing the USB-5106 .................................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 2
Installing the USB-5106 ........................................................................................................................ 6
Unpacking........................................................................................................................................................... 6
Installing the software ........................................................................................................................................ 6
Installing the hardware ....................................................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 3
Functional Details ................................................................................................................................. 7
External components .......................................................................................................................................... 7
Start/Stop button ............................................................................................................................................................... 7
Alarm/Stats button ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
Mounting magnets ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
Battery compartment ......................................................................................................................................................... 7
USB port ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Mounting loops ................................................................................................................................................................. 7
External sensor inputs ....................................................................................................................................................... 8
LCD Screen ...................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Setting up the USB-5106 .................................................................................................................................... 9
Data logging options ......................................................................................................................................................... 9
Logging modes ................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Alarm modes ....................................................................................................................................................................10
Connecting external sensors ............................................................................................................................. 11
Compatible sensors ..........................................................................................................................................................11
Reading out the logger ...................................................................................................................................... 13
Recording internal logger events ...................................................................................................................... 13
Mounting the logger ......................................................................................................................................... 14
Protecting the logger ......................................................................................................................................... 14
Battery information........................................................................................................................................... 14
Chapter 4
Specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 16
USB-5106 ......................................................................................................................................................... 16
USB-5106 with cable ........................................................................................................................................ 17
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About this User's Guide
What you will learn from this user's guide
This user's guide describes the Measurement Computing USB-5106 data acquisition device and lists device
specifications.
Conventions in this user's guide
For more information
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Preface
Where to find more information
Additional information about USB-5106 hardware is available on our website at www.mccdaq.com. You can
also contact Measurement Computing Corporation with specific questions.
Knowledgebase: kb.mccdaq.com
Tech support form: www.mccdaq.com/support/support_form.aspx
Email: techsupport@mccdaq.com
Phone: 508-946-5100 and follow the instructions for reaching Tech Support
For international customers, contact your local distributor. Refer to the International Distributors section on our
website at www.mccdaq.com/International.
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Chapter 1
Introducing the USB-5106
The USB-5106 is a 4-channel 16-bit analog data logger that can record up to 1.9 million measurements or
events. Each channel can accept a DC voltage sensor, AC voltage sensor, or temperature sensor (available
separately).
Using USB-5100 Series Data Logger Software, you can perform the following tasks:
Configure the logger alarm to trip when the sensor reading rises above or falls below a specified
measurement
Set up burst logging in which the logger records data at a different interval during certain conditions
Calculate minimum, maximum, average, and standard deviation statistics
Use the built-in LCD screen to check current readings and to monitor logging status, battery use, and memory
consumption between readouts.
TheUSB-5106 data logger ships with a mini-USB cable, two AAA 1.5 volt alkaline batteries, and an accessory
kit that includes a Command™ strip, double-sided tape, and hook-and-loop strap.
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Chapter 2
Installing the USB-5106
Unpacking
As with any electronic device, you should 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.
Contact us immediately if any components are missing or damaged.
Installing the software
Note: Install the USB-5100 Series Data Logger Software before connecting the USB-5106 logger.
Perform the following steps to install the USB-5100 Series Data Logger Software:
1. Download the software from www.mccdaq.com/daq-software/usb-5100-series-software.aspx.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions.
In addition to the software, the executable also installs electronic copies of the USB-5100 Series Getting Started
Guide and USB-5100 Series Software Help.
Installing the hardware
Install the software before you install your device
The driver needed to run the USB-5106 device is installed when you install the software. Therefore, you need to
install the USB-5100 Series Data Logger Software before you install the hardware.
For operation on a Windows operating system, we recommend that you run Windows Update to update your
operating system with the latest USB drivers.
Perform the following steps to connect a USB-5100 Series data logger:
1. Install the two AAA batteries. See Battery information on page 14 for details.
2. Connect the USB cable to the USB port on the data logger and to the USB port on the computer.
3. Launch the USB-5100 Series Data Logger Software.
Caution! USB 2.0 specifications do not guarantee operation outside the range of 0 °C (32 °F) to 50 °C
(122 °F).
Windows: When connecting a device for the first time, it may take several seconds to detect the new hardware
and report that it has connected successfully. A message may display indicating that you need to reboot before
you can use the device – this is optional; you do not need to reboot at this time.
The device name appears in the status bar once it is recognized by the software. The status bar also lists the total
number of devices connected. At this point, you can access the device using the software.
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