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MCC USB-1208FS-Plus/1408FS-Plus Series: Multifunction USB DAQ Devices

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Measurement Computing Corporation (MCC) and Data Translation (DT) DAQ products are now part of the Digilent family of test and measurement solutions. MCC and DT are leading suppliers of data acquisition solutions that are easy-to-use, easy-to-integrate, and easy-to-support.

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 with 12-bit resolution, USB-1208FS-Plus with 50 kS/s sample rate and 12-bit resolution, and USB-1408FS-Plus offers sample rates of 48 kS/s with 14-bit resolution. All devices in this series also support multiple software-selectable voltage input ranges, making them ideally suited for a wide assortment of measurements.

USB-1208LS features a 1.2 kS/s sample rate, eight analog inputs, two 10-bit analog outputs, 16 digital I/O connections, and one 32-bit external event counter.

  • Note: The USB-1208LS is no longer in production and is now retired. Please see the USB-1208FS-PLUS as a replacement. 

USB-1208FS-PLUS features a 50 kS/s sample rate, eight analog inputs, two 12-bit analog outputs, 16 digital I/O connections, and one 32-bit external event counter.

USB-1208FS-PLS-OEM: DAQ device with 8 SE/4 DIFF analog inputs, 12-bit resolution, 50 kS/s sample rate, 2 analog outputs, 16 digital I/O, and 1 counter input. OEM version removes enclosure and screw terminals and adds headers.

USB-1408FS-PLUS features a 48 kS/s sample rate, eight analog inputs, two 12-bit analog outputs, 16 digital I/O connections, and one 32-bit external event counter.

USB-1408FS-PLS-OEM: DAQ device with 8 SE/4 DIFF analog inputs, 14-bit resolution, 48 kS/s sample rate, 2 analog outputs, 16 digital I/O, and 1 counter input. OEM version removes enclosure and screw terminals and adds headers.

Software support includes DAQami, an out-of-the-box application for data logging, visualization, and signal generation. Data can be viewed in real-time or post-acquisition on user-configurable displays. Drivers are included for the most popular applications and programming languages including Visual C++®, Visual C#®, Visual Basic®.NET, DASYLab®, LabVIEW™, MATLAB®, Linux®, and Python™.

OEM/Embedded Customers- please contact our dedicated application engineer for volume pricing, OEM/board-only versions of these devices, and assistance with your application. Visit our OEM Board-only page for more product offerings.

  • Eight SE/four DIFF analog inputs
  • 12-bit resolution (USB-1208FS-plus & USB-1208LS)
  • 14-bit resolution (USB-1408FS-Plus)
  • Two analog outputs
  • 16 digital I/O
  • One counter input
  • USB-1208LS: 1.2 kS/s sample rate
  • USB-1208FS-Plus: 50 kS/s sample rate
  • USB-1408FS-Plus: 48 kS/s sample rate
  • ±10 V (Single-ended mode); ±20 V, ±10 V, ±5 V, ±4 V, ±2.5 V, ±2 V, ±1.25 V, ±1 V (Differential mode)
  • USB-1208LS, USB-1208FS-Plus, or USB-1408FS-Plus
  • USB cable
  • Printed insert: DAQami Quick Start
  • MCC packaging assembly/foam, etc.

Prioritizing on ease of use and flexibility, MCC offers out-of-the-box software plus drivers for the most popular programming languages and applications.

Out-of-the-box software includes DAQami for data logging, visualization, and signal generation. For a more full-featured and customizable experience, DASYLab® provides real-time analysis and control, plus the ability to create custom applications without programming.

DASYLab can be purchased directly from Digilent.

For maximum customization, drivers are included for Visual C++®, Visual C#®, Visual Basic®.NET, LabVIEW™, MATLAB®, Linux®, and Python™.

Out of the Box Software: DAQami - Included

Data Acquisition Companion Software for Acquiring Data and Generating Signals

DAQami is an out-of-the-box application for data logging, visualization, and signal generation. Data can be viewed in real-time or post-acquisition on user-configurable displays. DAQami is ideal for interactive testing, data logging, and developing applications that run for minutes or days.

Supported Operating Systems: Windows® 11/10/8/7/Vista®, 32-bit or 64-bit

English, Chinese, and German language support.

DAQami Datasheet

Custom Applications without Programming: DASYLab® - Optional

Icon-Based Data Acquisition, Graphics, Control, and Analysis Software

DASYLab is an optional software package that offers real-time analysis, control, and the ability to create custom applications without programming. DASYLab is ideal for users that need more functionality than DAQami provides.

Supported Operating Systems: Windows® 10/8/7.

DASYLab can purchased directly from Digilent.

Purchase DASYLab
Learn more on Digilent Reference
DASYLab Data Sheet

Programming and Driver Support - Included

MCC programming and driver support is extensive and features comprehensive libraries and example programs for the most popular applications and programming languages including Visual C++®, Visual C#®, Visual Basic®.NET, LabVIEW™, MATLAB®, Linux®, and Python™.

Learn More About MCC Programming and Driver Support

To learn more about the complete software ecosystem, visit the MCC software page.

MCC Data Acquisition Software

Quickly find what you need to get started and reduce mean time to measure.

All product support including documentation, projects, and reference material can be accessed through MCC resources.

Digilent Forum
MCC DAQ Software
DAQ and Datalogging on Reference

Quick Links

MCC Software Quick Start
MCC 1208LS Product Manual
MCC USB-1208FS-Plus Product Manual
MCC USB-1408FS-Plus Product Manual
MCC USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series Datasheet
USB-1208/1408FS-PLS-OEM Datasheet
USB-1208FS-PLS-OEM User Manual
USB-1408FS-PLS-OEM User Manual

To find out more about if the USB-1208FS-Plus/LS/1408FS-Plus Series is right for your project, contact our Sales Team:

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  • 5
    Very easy to use, great support, low cost

    Posted by jpw3 on 28th Aug 2013

    I have been very pleased with our use of the USB-1208FS-Plus. It has just the functionality we need at a very reasonable cost. Documentation is very good - lots of good examples. Telephone tech support was fantastic. I will definitely consider MCC for future DAQ needs.

  • 5
    Easy to use product

    Posted by Mike1960 on 28th Aug 2013

    In the business of designing and building custom equipment, my customers sometimes are very tech minded, some not at all. This product covers all of them. It is simple to wire and set up. My customers are very satisfied with the ease of use of the software. This basic unit (USB-1208FS) allows users to experience the wide range of applications for data acquisition without breaking the bank.

  • 4
    Easy to install, use and understand

    Posted by MDEngineer on 27th Aug 2013

    We have been using this device to measure, collect, record and reproduce the data generated in our R&D lab with great success. But as we needed to use hardware trigger to record the data, we had to get TracerDAQ Pro software to serve our purpose. It is easy to configure, has ample sampling frequency and resolution to serve our purpose. Having multiple channels is quite helpful to us. I wish to use its other capabilities soon.

  • 5
    quick and easy, works great

    Posted by chrisP on 27th Aug 2013

    Have three of these kicking around- two in constant use plotting signal strength with the free TracerDAQ software and one as a troubleshooting tool. Software is pretty basic but does the job. Installation for all was quick and easy, and we had them up and running in a very short time. Third system is used for troubleshooting- monitor a bunch of signals using a small .net application. Pretty basic but very useful.

  • 4
    Awesome value

    Posted by ElectroMike on 27th Aug 2013

    We have used many MC devices as well as much higher prices competitors and for what we do there is doubt the MC beats out the competition. Why spend so much money then a whole lot more on software when you can use this?

  • 5
    Never dread setting these up.

    Posted by soaringdude on 27th Aug 2013

    I have specified, and applied these for several data acquisition applications around the world. Always easy to set up, calibrate and get on with the job. I have always used with DasyLab. Another great product for easy data acquisition. Also Measurement Computing ha GREAT technical support any time I have needed it.

  • 5
    A great, simple I/O box!

    Posted by AgPhD on 27th Aug 2013

    As an non-engineer trying to do engineering "things" (like create my own sensor arrays# I needed a simple, easy to use I/O board. It don't get any better than this. Although it takes a little READING of the manual to get started, this box is easy enough to be used by ANYONE. Sure, for us non-engineering types it might take a little playing around to get everything "correct" #such as figuring out which sensors are differential# but I had a series of non-MC sensors up, running and recording within a day, easy. The only time I needed tech support, they cleared up my question in a matter of minutes. Simple, easy and efficient. The ONLY thing that I would like to LOVE to see added to this entry level I/O is to have at least one SDI-12 input. Probably too much to ask, but this box dang near perfect otherwise....

  • 5
    Great product

    Posted by MrOo on 27th Aug 2013

    We use the USB-1208FS in a advanced development lab. The primary role is to monitor a variety of inputs, the software then determines the outputs to actuate. The unit is very easy to work with and a good value compared to similar products that are available.

  • 5
    Great Device, Great Support

    Posted by JackM on 27th Aug 2013

    I decided to use the 1208 for a prototype project. I have done programming in the past on 1980s era PLCs but never anything like this device. Whenever I ran into a problem, MC was there to help quickly and effectively. I can't recommend them or the hardware more highly. The unit was a great value for the money and helped me evaluate the project perfectly.

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