DirectShow
If you change the link ordering after installation you must run
dplinks.exe
. This program will update the
existing input names used by the windows DirectShow interface.
To run the dplinks program open the
Run
by clicking on
Start/Run
and type dplinks and then press
Enter
.
The program will run, however no notifications are displayed.
Firmware Upgrades
The VisionAV-SDI cards allow firmware upgrade to be completed on site rather than returning the card to
Datapath. Whenever a firmware upgrade is performed, the J8 Link
MUST BE FITTED on the
VisionAV-SDI. To perform the upgrade, follow the step-by-step instructions provided by the upgrade
application.
In the unlikely event that something goes wrong during the upgrade process (e.g. System power outage) it
is possible to revert to the factory settings by powering down the system, temporarily removing the J8 link
then powering up the system with the link removed. Once the system has rebooted, replace the J8 link
link (whilst the system is powered up) and restart the firmware upgrade process.
It should be noted that the latest driver installation program includes an automatic firmware update, if
required. Therefore, prior to installing the application and driver, ensure that J8 link is fitted.
Software Installation
The Vision software (driver and application) is installed by inserting the CD that was shipped with your
card into your CD ROM drive. The installation process should start automatically.
Should the CD fail to autorun use
Explorer
to browse the CD, locate then double click on
install.exe
file e.g.
d:/install.exe
and click on
Install Software…
and follow the installation wizard instructions as
prompted.
Regular software updates are available from our website: www.datapath.co.uk
Also available on the Datapath CD:
•
The Release Notes - The release notes contain the latest information on the VisionAV-SDI
•
Installation instructions
•
Release history
•
Known problems
•
Troubleshooting
•
The application Help File - Instructions on how to use the application. The help file is in d:/software/
vision.chm. The help file must be located on the local machine to view its content
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