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When user is using USBTMC interface, labview software can be used to access the instrument.
6.3
USBCDC Virtual Serial Port
When “USBCDC” is selected, the USB interface can be configured as a virtual serial port (VCom).
6.3.1
System Configuration
Connect PC and ST2516 to the USB interface through a USB cable.
6.3.2
Installing Driver
Methods of installing USBCDC driver are the same with that of installing USBTMC driver. When
the installation of driver is finished, user can see “USB VCom Port” in the PC device manager, as is
shown in figure 6-13.
Figure 6-13 VCom Display of PC Device Manager
Now, USB VCom Port acts as a serial port. When PC has no serial port, the communication
software based on this serial port can be used as USB virtual serial port.
