RAD-Galaxy User’s Guide
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Version 1.2 - November 28, 2017
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Hardware and Software Setup
In this chapter we will explain the steps necessary to set up your RAD-Galaxy to work with
vehicle networks. This will include explaining how to install the required software and drivers,
connect cables between the RAD-Galaxy and your vehicle networks, and link the unit to a PC.
Note that because vehicle and test bench setups will vary, we can only show typical cases
here. You may need to alter these instructions to suit your particular needs.
3.1 Vehicle Spy and Driver Installation and Setup
It is possible to install your hardware and software in either order. However, the RAD-Galaxy
requires special drivers to function properly, which are added to your system automatically by
the included software setup programs. If you connect the hardware before the drivers are in
place it will not work correctly. For this reason, we recommend installing the software first.
A full licensed version of Vehicle Spy is included with your RAD-Galaxy. The installer for the
software will be included on the software disc that comes with the device.
Note:
A separate driver installer is provided for those who will
be interfacing to the RAD-Galaxy using its API, rather than
using Vehicle Spy. Please see Section 3.2 for details.
Vehicle Spy 3 uses an automated installer, which will do most of the work for you. Simply follow
the instructions below to set up the program on your computer.
1. Load the Software and Documentation Disc or Flash Drive:
Insert the disc that
came with your RAD-Galaxy into your computer. A few seconds later, the ICS software
installation menu should appear on your computer screen, as shown in Figure 19.
Note:
On some computers this window may not appear
automatically. If this occurs, start Windows Explorer, navigate
to the drive’s letter under
Computer
, and then double-click the file
icsAutoPlay.exe
to open the menu.