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Initial Operation
Please read your computer’s instruction manual on how to install
new hardware components before installing the board.
2.1 Software Installation
Installation under Windows
The following basic procedure should be used:
If you have received the driver software as an archive file, please
unpack the software before installing the board. First choose a di-
rectory on your computer (e.g.
C:\Temp\Meilhaus\ME-iDS
).
Use the Meilhaus Electronic Intelligent Driver System (ME-iDS) for
programming your new data acquisition hardware. For installation
and operation of the driver system, please follow the documenta-
tion in electronic form included with the software package.
2.2 Test Program
For simple testing of the board use the corresponding test pro-
gram provided with the ME-iDS.
ME-PowerLab
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. Run the program from the Windows Start menu.
This will allow you to text all the important functions of the hard-
ware.
You will find simple test programs in the SDK of the ME-iDS, in
the “Test Executables32” or “Test Executables64” subfolders.
2.3 Fitting the Plug-on Boards
The boards should be handled with care in order to make sure that
the device is not damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD), me-
chanical stress or unsuitable current surges. Precautions should
also be taken to avoid an electric shock. Ensure that standard ESD
safety precautions are taken. At least one hand should be
grounded in order to dissipate any electrostatic charge.
Observe the following procedure:
