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Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines
This product was tested and complies with the regulatory requirements and limits for
electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) stated in the product specifications. These requirements
and limits provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the product is
operated in the intended operational electromagnetic environment.
This product is intended for use in industrial locations. However, harmful interference may
occur in some installations, when the product is connected to a peripheral device or test object,
or if the product is used in residential or commercial areas. To minimize interference with radio
and television reception and prevent unacceptable performance degradation, install and use this
product in strict accordance with the instructions in the product documentation.
Furthermore, any modifications to the product not expressly approved by National Instruments
could void your authority to operate it under your local regulatory rules.
Caution To ensure the specified EMC performance, the length of any wire or cable
connected to the screw terminal connector must be no longer than 0.5 m (20 in.).
Unpacking
The NI DAQ device ships in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD). ESD
can damage several components on the device.
Caution Never touch the exposed pins of the connectors.
To avoid ESD damage in handling the device, take the following precautions:
• Ground yourself with a grounding strap or by touching a grounded object.
• Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of your computer chassis before removing the
device from the package.
Remove the device from the package and inspect it for loose components or any other signs of
damage. Notify NI if the device appears damaged in any way. Do not install a damaged device
in your computer.
Store the device in the antistatic package when the device is not in use.
Packing List
The NI DAQ device is shipped in a box that contains:
• NI USB-6001/6002/6003
• Two screw terminal connector plugs
• Hi-Speed Micro USB cable
• NI-DAQmx DVD
• NI USB-6001/6002/6003 Quick Start document
• NI USB-6001/6002/6003 Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information document