Optec, Inc.
199 Smith Street ∙ Lowell, Michigan 49331 ∙ U.S.A.
www.optecinc.com
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8.
Plug in the USB cable. Install the com port driver when prompted (either by letting
Windows find it on the web or by pointing to the directory you installed the
application to.)
9.
Start the Windows Alnitak Controller application.
10.
Ensure that the Flip-Flat has been found on the appropriate port (see software
installation instructions).
11.
Push the close button until the application reports that the Flip-Flat is closed.
12.
Push the open button to ensure that the Flip-Flat cap opens and the application reports
that the Flip-Flat is open.
Your Flip-Flat is ready to use. Please note that the light will only turn on when the cap is
closed. You should periodically check the tightness of the mounting strap and retighten,
if necessary.