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Installing the Software and Drivers
The first time a QS module is plugged into a computer, Windows displays
the Found New Hardware Wizard, which guides the installation of the
drivers. The drivers are included on the CD, so point the wizard to the CD
when prompted. The drivers have not gone through Microsoft’s verification
process, so a message may appear warning of this. Click “Continue
Anyway” to finish the installation process.
Application Note AN-00201 (Installing the SDM-USB-QS-S Drivers)
describes the installation of the drivers in detail. The drivers should be
installed before running the Development Software.
The MS Series Master Development System Software automatically starts
when the CD is inserted and the player in Figure 11 appears.
The View Documentation button shows a list of the application notes and
manuals related to the MS Series. Selecting one of these opens the file in
Adobe Acrobat. The Play Movie button plays a short video about Linx in the
Player Screen, which can be controlled with the Selection Keypad. Clicking
the button on the bottom right of the player opens the Linx Technologies
homepage in the computer’s default browser.
The View Documentation list also allows for the installation of Adobe
Acrobat Reader, so that the documents may be viewed, and Flash, which
may be required if the Linx video does not play correctly.
Clicking the Install Software button starts the Installation Wizard, which
guides the installation of the development software. The installer places the
software application, MS Series documentation, and USB drivers at the
installed location on the computer's hard drive.
Install Software
View Documentation Play Movie
Exit
Go to the
Linx Website
Selection Keypad
Player Screen
Figure 11: Software Installer
MS Series Master Development System Software
The MS Series Master Development System software can be used in one
of two modes. The default mode is as a simulation of the system. This
is a good way of showing how the MS Series can work in a system for
activating lights and doors.
The second mode is for use with the development system. When the
decoder board is plugged into the USB port, the kit can be used to activate
the features in the software. When a data line goes high on the decoder,
the microcontroller sends a command to the computer to control the
functions in the software.
Clicking the Help label at the top of the window opens the guide for
using the development software. Please see this document for details on
operation of the software.
Figure 12: The MS Series Master Development System Software