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How do I Connect ECam to My Computer?
In order to connect ECam to your computer you must 1) install
the software, 2) connect ECam to your computer using the
included cable. 3) Start the software and download pictures
from ECam to your computer. Additional detail follows -
Software Installation --
Install the Live Pix software. Insert the CD-ROM into your CD-
ROM drive. It is designed to automatically run. If it does not,
follow these steps for Windows 95 or 98. Click on Start, Run,
and then type d:\setup, Enter (or OK). (If a drive letter other
than d identifies your CD drive; use that letter in place of the d:)
Follow the screen instructions to complete the installation.
Connection to your Computer --
Connect ECam to a serial connection on your computer (PC) by
plugging the included data cable into an available 9 pin serial
(COM) port on the back of your PC. These ports are located at
the back of your computer. Look for a connector that is D-
shaped, has two rows of (male) pins, with a total of nine pins.
Most desktop computers have two COM ports, whereas most
notebook computers have one COM connector. While most
