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Getting Started
Adding Output Devices
Installing a GERBER EDGE or GERBER EDGE 2 using the USB-to-Parallel Option Kit
The USB-to-Parallel Option kit is a possible solution to connect your GERBER EDGE or EDGE 2
to OMEGA 2.5 or higher using a custom USB-to-Parallel cable. The kit is purchased separately
from OMEGA software.
Note: Not all USB ports have the capabilities to drive the GERBER EDGE 2. This option may
require the purchase of a third-part PCI or PCMCIA USB card (especially if you are using a
laptop computer), to connect to the GERBER EDGE/EDGE 2.
Kit Contents
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Gerber custom USB-to-Parallel Cable
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Installation instructions (An electronic version of the installation instructions is located
on the CD and can be accessed by browsing the CD.)
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USB-to-Parallel Installation CD which will install the following update files:
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USB Driver (version 2.0) composed of the following files:
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GSPUSBXP.inf
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GSPUSBXP.sys
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Software update (for OMEGA 2.5 only) composed of the following files:
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GQMgr.exe (version 2,5,0,11 or higher)
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G32 Setup.dll
Note: If you have OMEGA 2.5.1 or higher on your computer, you DO NOT have to install the
software updates included on the USB-to-Parallel CD. You must install the GQMgr and G32
Setup.dll if you have OMEGA 2.5.
Requirements and Limitations
Note: You must have Administrative privileges to install the Gerber USB-to-Parallel driver on
your system.
After extensive testing, GSP® has found that some USB ports (especially on laptop computers)
do not have the capabilities to communicate with the GERBER EDGE/EDGE 2. If your
computer has any of the following difficulties, we recommend installing a powered USB card
which can be purchased at local computer stores or on-line.
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Windows Fatal Exception Error Blue Screen when outputting to the GERBER
EDGE/EDGE 2
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Data Error 3 when attempting to print to the GERBER EDGE/EDGE 2
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GQMgr has communication errors when attempting to print
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Pausing the GERBER EDGE/EDGE 2 causes a data error when attempting to resume
the job.
