ADLINK Technology NuDAQ PCI-9812/10 User Manual

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58 • Software Utility8.3 CalibrationThis function will guide you on how to calibrate the PCI-9812/10.The calibration program serves as a useful test for the PCI-9812/10's A/D,D/A and DIO functions and can aid in troubleshootingif problems arise.Note : For an environment with frequent large changes in temperatureand vibration, a recalibration interval, 3 months, isrecommended. For laboratory conditions, 6 months to 1 year isacceptableWhen you choose the calibration function from the main menu list,The calibration item menu is displayed on the screen. After youselect one of the calibration item from the menu, a calibrationwindow will appeor. The upper window shows the detailedprocedures which you have to follow when proceeding thecalibration. The instructions will tell you how to calibrate each itemstep by step. The bottom window shows the layout of PCI-9812/10.In addition, the proper Variable Resister (VR) will blink to indicatethe related VR needs to be adjusted for the current calibration step.****** PCI-9812 Calibration ******<1> A/D channel 0 adjusting<2> A/D channel 1 adjusting<3> A/D channel 2 adjusting<4> A/D channel 3 adjusting QuitSelect 1 to 4 or to quit calibration.