Software Setup
System Requirements
Operating System:
Windows XP or Vista
USB:
2.0
Installation
Download the latest software from
http://www.national.com/analog/interface/sd303_307evk
. Extract the
ALPF_monthdayyear_major version_minor version.exe” (ex. ALPF_07312008_125_0016.exe) file to a temporary
location that can be deleted later.
Make sure the evaluation board is not connected to the PC. The following installation instructions are for the
Windows XP Operating System.
Install the ALP software
Execute the ALP Setup Wizard program called “ALPF_monthdayyear_major version_minor version.exe” (ex.
ALPF_07312008_125_0016.exe) that was extracted to a temporary location.
There are 7 steps to the installation once the setup wizard is started:
1. Select the “Next” button.
2. Select “I accept the agreement” and then select the “Next” button.
3. Select the location to install the ALP software and then select the “Next” button.
4. Select the location for the start menu shortcut and then select the “Next” button.
5. There will then be a screen that allows the creation of a desktop and Quick Launch icon. After selecting
the desired choices select the “Next” button.
6. Select the “Install” button, and the software will then be installed to the selected location.
7. Uncheck “Launch Analog LaunchPAD” and select the “Finish” button. The ALP software will start if
“Launch Analog LaunchPAD” is checked, but it will not be useful until the USB driver is installed.
Power on the SD303/SD307 evaluation board with a 3.3 VDC power supply. Numerous LEDs will turn on, and the
POWER LED will flash Red. Connect the PC and the SD303/SD307 evaluation board together with the USB cable.
The POWER LED will stop flashing, and the “Found New Hardware Wizard” will open on the PC. Proceed to the
next section to install the USB driver.
Install the USB driver
There are 6 steps to install the USB driver:
1. Select “No, not at this time” then select the “Next” button.
2. Select “Install from a list or specific location” then select the “Next” button.
3. Select “Search for the best driver in these locations”. Uncheck “Search removable media” and check
“Include this location in the search”.
4. Browse to the Install Directory which is typically located at “C:\Program Files\National Semiconductor
Corp\Analog LaunchPAD\vx.x.x\Drivers” and select the “Next” button. Windows should find the driver.
5. Select “Continue Anyway”.
6. Select the “Finish” button.
The software installation is complete. The POWER LED on the board should turn to solid Green. The ALP
software may now be launched, as described in the next section.
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