Keithley KUSB-488B Quick Start Manual - Unpacking and Inspection
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KUSB-488B-903-01 Rev. A / March 2010
Model KUSB-488B USB to GPIB Converter Quick Start Guide
NOTE
For LabVIEW™ and LabWindows/CVI™ support, Keithley Instruments
recommends that you install the NI command-compatible driver; for LabVIEW
programming, you can also install the LabVIEW GPIB virtual instruments
(VIs) that are optimized for use with the Model KUSB-488B.
Unpacking and inspection
CAUTION
The Model KUSB-488B contains electrostatic-sensitive components that can be easily
damaged by static electricity. Handle the module on a grounded antistatic mat while
wearing an antistatic wristband (grounded at the same point as the antistatic mat).
Inspection for damage
The Model KUSB-488B was carefully inspected electrically and mechanically before shipment. After
unpacking all items from the shipping carton, check for any obvious signs of physical damage that may
have occurred during transit. Report any damage to the shipping agent immediately. Save the original
packing carton for possible future shipment.
Shipment contents
The following items are included with every Model KUSB-488B order:
•
Model KUSB-488B USB to GPIB Controller
•
Product Information CD-ROM (part number KI488-950-01), which contains the following
software and manuals:
– Drivers and control software
– Quick Start Guide (part number KUSB-488B-903-01): Describes the steps needed to
unpack, install, and configure your Model KUSB-488B software and hardware.
– Reference Manual (part number KI488-901-01): This manual, which contains information
for both the Models KUSB-488B and KPCI-488LPA, provides programming information for
Keithley command-compatible functions, NI command-compatible functions (syntax and
examples in Visual C/C++, Visual Basic, and so on), and industry-standard VISA libraries.
NOTE
To view the Reference Manual on the Product Information CD-ROM without
installing the software, open the root directory of the CD-ROM and double-click
the KI488-901-01 (A - Mar 2010).pdf file.
You can also check the Keithley Instruments website (
www.keithley.com
) for the latest
revisions of the manuals, specifications, and drivers for this product.