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TMC5031-EVAL Manual / Firmware V1.00 (Rev. 1.00 / 2013-FEB-22) 12
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5.1 Installing the Virtual Com Port for USB Interface
1. Download the Eval50xx.inf file.
2. Start the TMC50xx-EVAL.exe application with a double click. Now, the software will guide you
through the installation of the Eval50xx.inf file for configuring the virtual com port.
3. First, you will be asked, which module you like to connect. Choose the TMC5031-EVAL.
4. Then, a hint will appear on the screen. If the module is not already connected, plug it, power it
on, and click OK.
5. Now, the software will search and install the configuration file.
Figure 5.3 Install USB driver
6. You will be asked if you really like to install the unknown file. Answer yes to install it.
7. As soon as the installation of the virtual com port is completed, start your tests.
In case this does not work, install the file using the system control of your PC.
Figure 5.2 Hint related to device driver installation