Learning how to use a quadrature encoder

[jwolf]

Here is my first post....
 
My question involves use of NI cDAQ 9411 and a Unimeasure TTL encoder.  This is all very new to me, actually my first endeavor. First off, I am wanting to veryify my pinout connections, I have tried a few configurations based on the help topics I have reviews.  I am unsure if the Ao and B0 channels need to be connected?  I am using the encoders to build up a deflection / load measurement system.  I have seem mutltiple ways to hook these things up.  (The pinout of my devices are in the attached PDF document)
 
Also, I am curious if there are any tutorials specifically for the NI9411 and an encoder.  I have been trying to use signal express, but I keep getting "Clock" errors.  I have not got  to the point to actually see counting or measuring when I pull on the encoder string.  Perhaps there is a good tutorial explaining the use of clocks? 
 
Thanks! 

Encoder-Pinout.pdf:
http://forums.ni.com/attachments/ni/40/6565/1/Encoder-Pinout.pdf

[jwolf]

JB,
Thank you for your reply.  I am going to go through my hookups again, I will then use the MAX to check verify my wiring.