
ProxiPen and WinDAU Installation Manual
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XII. Service Patches / Fixes
There are several known issues with some versions of WinDAU for which patches, fixes or workarounds
have been created. Some of these issues are covered below. If you need further assistance, please
contact GCS Technical Support at 800-889-9138.
Time/Date Discrepancy Errors
If you are experiencing data corruption with downloaded files from the ProxiPen, the problem may be
caused due to several situations. (1) The ProxiPen is not being downloaded for extended periods of time
causing the synchronization of time between the pen and the computer to lapse; thus, causing a
discrepancy. (2) The computer running WinDAU has been turned off for a certain period of time causing
the synchronization of time between the pen and the computer to lapse; thus, causing a discrepancy. (3)
The clock of the computer running WinDAU is being updated by a server, periodically; thus, causing a
discrepancy.
To correct or avoid this problem, it is a good practice prior to any download, to click the Configuration
button in WinDAU. Then, click the Set to PC Date/Time button. This will resynchronize the time between
the ProxiPen and the PC and alleviate data corruption.
If you have particular files that contain corrupted data, please contact Technical Support, as these files
are able to be repaired.
Windows XP
WinDAU is known to run predominantly without incident in a Windows XP environment, but cannot fully
be supported by GCS due to XP’s dynamic and ever-changing environment.
If Windows XP, Service Pack 1 is installed on the system running the WinDAU software, you may
experience a problem with the computer or program freezing, requiring a reboot. If you experience this
problem, please contact GCS or an authorized dealer to obtain the file needed to correct this problem.
If you are not sure if you are running Windows XP and/or Service Pack 1, please check with your network
administrator.
Firmware Update
For some versions of WinDAU, upon the first installation and configuration on each system the firmware
will need to be updated. From ProxiPen Configuration, a message will notify you as to whether you need
to perform this update.
IMPORTANT:
(1) AA battery at 1.45V or higher is required in order to upgrade. Click the Configuration
button to check battery voltage. If the voltage is 1.45 or below, a new battery must be inserted before
proceeding.
EQUIPMENT WILL BE DAMAGED!!
1. Begin with WinDAU installed, as per the previous instructions.
2. Place pen into cradle.
DO NOT MOVE THE PEN WHILE THE UPDATE IS TAKING PLACE.
3. Select the ProxiPen, and then the Configure button from the main screen in WinDAU.