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USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series

USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series

USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series

Product catalog summary
Overview
The USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series are cost-effective multifunction DAQ devices offering analog and digital I/O capabilities. They feature four differential or eight single-ended analog inputs, two analog outputs, 16 digital I/O, and one event counter, suitable for various measurements with software-selectable voltage input ranges.
Analog Input
The USB-1208LS provides eight 11-bit SE or four 12-bit DIFF analog inputs, while the USB-1408FS-Plus offers eight 13-bit SE or four 14-bit DIFF inputs. Input ranges vary from ±1 V to ±20 V in DIFF mode and ±10 V in SE mode.
Sample Rate
The USB-1208LS supports a maximum sample rate of 1.2 kS/s in hardware-paced mode and up to 8 kS/s in BURSTIO mode. The USB-1208FS-Plus and USB-1408FS-Plus can sample at up to 50 kS/s and 48 kS/s, respectively.
Features
These devices are USB-powered, eliminating the need for external power. They include 16 digital I/O lines, with eight high-current connections on the USB-1208FS-Plus/1408FS-Plus. They also support concurrent AI/AO scanning operations.
Software Support
The series is compatible with Windows, Android (Plus devices only), and Linux. Software tools like DAQami, InstaCal, and TracerDAQ are included for data acquisition and analysis. Programming support is available for languages such as C, C++, and Python.
Specifications
Devices feature a successive approximation A/D converter with a resolution of up to 14 bits. The USB-1208FS-Plus offers a maximum throughput of 50 kS/s, while the USB-1408FS-Plus offers 48 kS/s. Both devices support a channel-gain queue for flexible input configurations.
Analog Output
All devices provide two 12-bit analog outputs with a range of 0 V to 5 V. The maximum update rate is 50 kS/s per channel in hardware-paced mode.
Digital I/O
Each device includes 16 TTL-level digital I/O lines, configurable for input or output. Port B supports high-current drive connections.
External Clock and Trigger
The USB-1208FS-Plus and USB-1408FS-Plus feature a bidirectional external clock terminal and an external digital trigger input, allowing for precise control over data acquisition timing.
Calibration
Devices are factory-calibrated with specifications guaranteed for one year. The USB-1208LS supports field calibration with InstaCal.
OEM Versions
OEM versions are available in a board-only form factor, suitable for embedded applications, with header connectors instead of screw terminals.
Specifications Overview
  • Voltage Thresholds: Typical voltage threshold is 2.43 V, with a minimum of 1.9 V and a maximum of 3.1 V. Input high voltage limit is 5.5 V absolute max, while input low voltage threshold is 1.42 V typical, 1.0 V min, and 2.0 V max.
  • Output Voltage: High output voltage is 4.4 V min (IOH = –50 µA) and 3.80 V min (IOH = –8 mA). Low output voltage is 0.1 V max (IOL = 50 µA) and 0.44 V max (IOL = 8 mA).
  • Counter Specifications: The counter pin is named CTR, functioning as an event counter with one channel. It uses a Schmitt trigger input type with a 47 kΩ pull-down to ground, and a maximum input frequency of 1 MHz.
  • Non-Volatile Memory: EEPROM capacity is 2,048 bytes, divided into calibration, user, and system data.
  • Power Supply: During USB enumeration, the supply current is less than 100 mA, and after enumeration, it is less than 500 mA. The +VO power available is between 4.5 V min and 5.25 V max.
  • General Device Information: The device operates in USB 2.0 full-speed mode and is compatible with USB 1.1 and 2.0. Operating temperature ranges from 0 ˚C to 70 ˚C.
Analog Input Specifications
  • A/D Converter: Successive approximation type with 8 SE or 4 DIFF channels, programmable as SE or DIFF.
  • Input Voltage Range: SE mode allows ±10 V max, while DIFF mode ranges from –10 V min to 20 V max.
  • Input Impedance: 122 kΩ with software-selectable ranges.
  • Throughput: Software paced at 50 S/s typical, hardware paced at 1.2 kS/s, and BURSTIO to 4 kS FIFO at 8 kS/s.
Analog Output Specifications
  • D/A Converter: PWM type with 10-bit resolution and an output range of 0 V to 5 V.
  • Throughput: 100 S/s in single-channel mode and 50 S/s in dual-channel mode.
Digital I/O Specifications
  • Digital Type: 82C55 with 16 I/O ports configured in 2 banks of 8.
  • Input/Output Voltage: Input high voltage is 2.0 V min, 5.5 V absolute max, and input low voltage is 0.8 V max.
Ordering Information
  • Various models are available, including USB-1208LS, USB-1208FS-Plus, and USB-1408FS-Plus, each with different specifications and capabilities.
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Catalog excerpts

USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series-1

12-bit and 14-Bit Multifunction DAQ Devices MEASUREMENT All devices in this series offer eight singled-ended or four differential analog inputs, two analog outputs, 16 digital I/O, and one counter input. Eight of the digital I/O on the USB-1208FS-Plus/1408FS-Plus can be used for high-current (24 mA) connections. Overview The USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series consists of low-cost analog and digital I/O devices. All devices in this series offer four differential (DIFF) or eight single-ended (SE) analog inputs, two analog outputs, 16 digital I/O and one event counter. The USB-1208LS offers sample rates up to 1.2 kS/s, while all USB-1208FS-Plus and USB-1408FS-Plus devices (standard and OEM) offer sample rates up to 50 kS/s. All devices in this series also support multiple software-selectable voltage input ranges, making them ideally suited for a wide assortment of measurements. Features • Low-cost USB DAQ devices with 4 differential or 8 single-ended analog inputs • Maximum sample rates ranging from 1.2 kS/s to 50 kS/s • 2 analog outputs • 16 digital I/O • One 32-bit counter input channel • No external power required • All devices available with enclosure and screw terminals • Board-only OEM versions of -Plus devices also available Supported Operating Systems • Windows® 10/8/7/Vista®XP 32/64-bit • Android™ (-Plus devices only) USB-1208FS/LS/1408FS Series Selection Chart Unless noted otherwise, all references to the USB-1208FS-Plus and USB-1408FS-Plus include their -OEM versions. Analog Input The USB-1208LS and USB-1208FS-Plus provide eight, 11-bit SE analog inputs or four, 12-bit DIFF analog inputs. The USB-1408FS-Plus These devices provide eight, 13-bit SE analog inputs or four, 14-bit DIFF analog inputs. All devices support software-selectable ranges that provide inputs from ±1 V to ±20 V in a DIFF configuration, and ±10 V in a SE configuration. Sample Rate USB-1208LS: When scanning in hardware-paced mode, the USB-1208LS can sample at a maximum of 1.2 kS/s. The device also supports BURSTIO mode into the 4 kS FIFO at rates up to 8 kS/s. USB-1208FS-Plus/1408FS-Plus: In hardware-paced mode, the USB-1208FS-Plus can sample at a maximum of 50 kS/s, and the USB-1408FS-Plus can sample at a maximum of 48 kS/s. Measurement Computing

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USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series-2

USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series Overview Event Counter Input Channel-Gain Queue The channel-gain queue feature lets users configure a list of channels and gains for each scan. Each channel can have a different gain setting. The gain settings are stored in a channel-gain queue list that is written to local memory on the device. Each device supports one 32-bit TTL-level counter that accepts inputs up to 1 MHz. External Clock I/O (-Plus devices only) • The USB-1208LS channel-gain queue list can contain up to eight channels in SE mode and up to four channels in DIFF mode. The channels can be...

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USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series-3

USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series Software Software Support The USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series is supported by the software in the table below. Ready-to-Run Applications Data acquisition companion software with drag-and-drop interface that is used to acquire, view, and log data, and generate signals. DAQami can be configured to log analog, digital, and counter channels, and to view that data in real-time or post-acquisition on user-configurable displays. Logged data can be exported for use in Excel® or MATLAB®. Windows OS DAQami is included with the free MCC DAQ Software bundle (CD/download)....

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USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series-4

MEASUREMENT COMPUTING. Specifications Specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Typical for 25°C unless otherwise specified. USB-1208FS-Plus and USB-1408FS-Plus These specifications apply to both standard and OEM versions unless noted otherwise. Analog Input A/D converter type: Successive approximation Channels: 8 SE or 4 DIFF, programmable as SE or DIFF Input common-mode voltage range for linear operation SE Mode: CH* to GND, ±10 V max DIFF Mode: CHx to GND, -10 V min, 20 V max Absolute maximum input voltage: CHx to GND, ±28 V max Input impedance: 122 kQ Input current Input...

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USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series-5

Analog Output Resolution: 12 bits, 1 in 4096 Output range: 0 V to 5 V Number of channels: 2 Throughput Software paced: 250 S/s single channel typ, system-dependent Hardware paced: 50 kS/s max per channel Power on and reset voltage: 0 V, ±20 mV typ, initializes to 000h code Output drive (each D/A out): 5 mA, sourcing Slew Rate: 0.8 V/ps typ Accuracy, all values are (±), 0 V to 5 V: 4.0 LSB typ, 45.0 LSB max (accuracy tested at no load) Analog output accuracy components, all values are (±) Range: 0 V to 5 V % of FSR: 0.1 typ, 0.9 max Gain error at full scale: 4.0 mV typ, 36.0 mV max Offset: 1.0...

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USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series-6

CAL current Source: 5 mA max Sink: 20 pA min, 200 nA typ Trigger source (software-selectable): External digital (TRIG_IN) lAccuracy Components, All Values are (±) Power1Supply Current During USB enumeration: < 100 mA After USB enumeration, including DIO, AO, SYNC, and +VO output loading: < 500 mA +VO power available after USB enumeration: 4.5 V min, 5.25 V max +VO output current after USB enumeration: 100 mA max General Device type: USB 2.0 full-speed mode (12 Mbps) Device compatibility: USB 1.1, 2.0 Environment Operating temperature: 0 °C to 70 °C Storage temperature: -40 °C to 70 °C Relative...

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USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series-7

Digital I/O Digital type: 82C55 Number of I/O: 16 (Port A0 through A7, Port B0 through B7) Configuration: 2 banks of 8. Pull-up/down configuration: All pins pulled up to Vs through 47 kQ resistors (default). Positions available for pull down to ground. Hardware-selectable through 0 Q resistors as a factory option. Input high voltage: 2.0 V min, 5.5 V absolute max Input low voltage: 0.8 V max, -0.5 V absolute min, 0 V recommended min Output high voltage (IOH = -2.5 mA): 3.0 V min Output low voltage (IOL = 2.5 mA): 0.4 V max External Trigger Trigger source: External digital, TRIG_IN (protected...

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