AEA Technology 20TDR, Basic Manual

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Installation
NOTE: Before installing a new or upgraded version of ETDR PC Vision software, be sure to
use Windows ADD/DELETE feature to remove whichever older version is being replaced.
Using the CD – Use Windows Explorer
®
to access the removable media disk with the TDR’s CD
loaded. Open the folder “ETDR PC Vision” and double-click the “Setup” application. Follow the
standard Windows installation guide until completed. When finished the ETDR PC Vision icon
will appear on the desktop.
Downloading from AEA Technology’s web site – Go to
www.aeatechnology.com . In the tool bar
at the top of the home page, position the mouse point on “Literature and Software” then click on
“Software” in the drop down menu. Locate the “ETDR PC Vision” software and click on
“Download.” Follow your operating system’s instructions to save the downloaded file to a desired
folder. When the download is complete, unzip the down loaded file and run the “Setup”
application. Follow the standard Windows installation guide until completed. When finished the
ETDR PC Vision icon will appear on the desktop.
NOTES:
1. The appropriate FTDI Driver must also be installed for ETDR PC Vision to communicate
with TDR. The drivers are on the enclosed CD or can be obtained from
www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm .
2.
For detailed installation and operating instructions consult the Operation Manual on
the enclosed CD or download it from www.aeatechnology.com/libraries.
Run ETDR PC Vision
Work with E20/20 TDR or Avionics TDR Connected
For: Uploading traces to PC, from active trace or TDR’s memory
Deleting traces in the TDR
Uploading or downloading Cable Lists
Uploading or downloading settings to the TDR
First, ensure the TDR is connected to the PC’s USB port via the USB cable provided.
The TDR needs to be powered on and at the Measurement Screen to communicate with
the PC software. Next double-click the ETDR PC Vision icon on the desktop to open the
application. ETDR PC Vision will connect automatically with the TDR and open to the
“Get Trace” tab shown in figure 3-4.
Work without E20/20 TDR or Avionics TDR Connected
For: Working with archived traces stored on the PC or other memory media
Making cable list changes in the software only.