USB-500 Series
Getting Started
Contents
System requirements and recommendations ........................................................................ 2
USB-501-PRO Safety Agreement ................................................................................ 2
Installing the software .......................................................................................................... 3
Installing USB-500 Series Data Loggers ............................................................................. 4
Running the USB-500 Data Logger Application ................................................................. 5
USB-500 Data Logger Application Help ..................................................................... 5
USB-525 Logger Assistant................................................................................................... 6
Technical support ................................................................................................................. 6
System requirements and recommendations
System requirements and recommendations
PC with Pentium® II-class processor, 450 MHz (Pentium III class
processor, 650 MHz or higher recommended)
Windows® XP (SP2), Windows Vista®, Windows 7, 32- and 64-bit
versions
Microsoft® .NET Framework 2.0 or greater (included on the CD)
CD-ROM drive
VGA or higher resolution monitor (Super VGA recommended)
Microsoft mouse or compatible pointing device (recommended)
At least 5 Mb of free storage
Microsoft Excel® 2000 or greater (optional)
USB-501-PRO Safety Agreement
Please Read this USB-500 Quick Start Guide, and keep it for future
reference. Pass the USB-500 Quick Start Guide on to those who use this
device. Do not attempt to use the USB-501-PRO without reading and
understanding the documentation. This product is capable of measuring
high temperatures. The correct procedures are required to avoid injury.
If there is any doubt as to the safety of the application – stop! and
consult a qualified expert.
The USB-501-PRO is a professional measuring instrument, designed to
record temperature. Care must be taken when:
1. Removing the USB-501-PRO from extreme environments: The
logger is metal and will retain heat or will remain cold when it has
been removed from the environment under measurement. Personal
protection, such as suitable heat resistant gloves or tools must be used
to remove the logger from any environment. Refer to the product
specifications for the maximum and minimum temperatures in which
the logger can be used.
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Installing the software
2. Replacing batteries: Always operate the USB-501-PRO and
replace its batteries according to the instructions. The USB-501PRO will work in extreme temperatures. However, many
batteries will not work at these extremes. Serious injury can
result if the replacement battery is not designed for use within the
full operating temperature range of the USB-501-PRO. Never
replace the battery with any battery not specified for use with this
device by Measurement Computing Corporation. Contact
Measurement Computing if you are unable to find the correct
battery.
Installing the software
Complete the following steps to install the software:
1. Insert the USB-500 Data Logger Application CD into your computer's
CD drive. If the CD does not start automatically, run
setup.exe from
the root of the CD.
If the Microsoft .NET Framework is not installed on the system, its
setup program starts, followed by a
Welcome dialog box that starts the
USB-500 Data Logging Application installation program.
2. Click Next.
3. Install the software in the default folder, or click Change to select
another folder, and then click
4. Click Install in the Ready to Install the Program dialog box.
5. Click Finish in the Installation Completed dialog box when the
Next.
software finishes installing.
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Installing USB-500 Series Data Loggers
Installing USB-500 Series Data Loggers
Install the software before connecting the data logger to a computer.
Note: Before connecting a USB-501-LT to the
computer, remove the plastic tab from the
side of the device to activate the battery.
Complete the following steps to install the hardware:
1. Insert your USB-500 Series device into a USB port on your computer.
2. Click Install the software automatically in the Found New
Hardware
Wizard, and then click Next.
The system searches for the software. Once the software is found, the
last
Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box opens, telling you the
installation is complete.
3. Click Finish.
Caution! To avoid damaging the data logger, do not disconnect it from
the USB port while it is communicating with the computer,
such as when you are setting up the data logger or downloading
data from the device.
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Running the USB-500 Data Logger Application
Running the USB-500 Data Logger Application
To run the USB-500 Data Logger Application, select Start»All
Programs»Measurement Computing»USB-500»USB-500
.
USB-500 Data Logger Application Help
The USB-500 Data Logger Application Help provides detailed
information about the functions of the USB-500 Data Logger Application
and the data logger hardware.
You can open the USB-500 Data Logger Application Help from the Start
menu or from within the application:
To open the help from the Start menu, select the Start»All
Programs»Measurement Computing»USB-500»USB-500 Help
To open the help file from within the application, pull down the Help
menu and select
Help Topics.
.
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USB-525 Logger Assistant
USB-525 Logger Assistant
You can configure, download, and view temperature and humidity data
from a USB-500 Series data logger at the site of the measurement with the
USB-525 Logger Assistant.
Connect a USB-500 Series data logger directly to the USB port on the
USB-525, and follow the instructions on the touch-screen menu to set up a
logger, download data, and view data without the need of a computer.
The USB-525 is supported by the following USB-500 Series data loggers:
USB-501 USB-501-TC
USB-501-LCD USB-501-TC-LCD
USB-501-LT USB-502
USB-501-PRO USB-502-LCD
USB-501-RCG USB-502-PLUS
For more information on the USB-525, refer to www.mccdaq.com/usb-
data-acquisition/USB-525.aspx.
Technical support
Additional information about USB-500 Series hardware is available on
our website at www.mccdaq.com
Computing Corporation by phone, fax, or email with specific questions.
Phone: 508-946-5100 and follow the instructions for reaching Tech
Support.
Fax: 508-946-9500 to the attention of Tech Support
Email: techsupport@mccdaq.com
. You can also contact Measurement
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