User Manual

Chapter 2 Quick Start
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This computer must have at least one available serial communication
port, a CD-ROM drive, and at least 20MB of free hard disk space. T he
computer must use an Intel Pentium
TM
or compatible processor.
7. CD-ROM with Evaluation Software.
2.2 Setting up the DataReaders
First, connect the antenna to the DataReader. The antenna connects to the
TNC connector at the top side of the DataReader.
Then, connect the DB9 female connector to a serial communication port in
t he P C. T ake not e of which port you are using (for example COM2). It is
good practice to connect and disconnect cables only when the computer is
off.
Plug the power chord of the DataReader into a power outlet. You should
see the POWER LED blinking red and green. After about 30 seconds it
should remain green. If it remains red, or isn't lit at all, there is a problem
with the DataReader. Refer to the chapter 0 for troubleshooting.
2.3 Installing the Evaluation Softw are
If the computer is not turned on, turn it on now, and wait until the operating
system is loaded completely.
Insert the CD-ROM labeled "Hi-G-T ek" into the CD-ROM drive.
From the Start menu, choose "Run". Assuming your CD-ROM drive is
drive E, type "E:\DataSeal Evaluation Software\Setup.EXE" in the "Run"
dialog box. If your CD-ROM drive lett er is not E, replace t he first E wit h
your CD-ROM drive letter. Click OK to start installing the DataSeal
Evaluation Software.