Programming SureStart
This document describes how to program the SureStart unit with the uCal programmer, and how to use the supplied software. The software runs on a PC or Laptop under Window 98, ME, 2000 or XP. The programming kit consist of the programmer (uCal), a CD disk containing user manuals and software for a PC or Laptop, and two cord sets. The cord sets connect the uCal programmer to the SureStart unit and to your PC/Laptop.
Installing the uCal Software on your PC/Laptop
The CD contains an installation program (Install_SureStart) that automatically installs the software and necessary support files on your PC/Laptop.
Connecting the uCal Programmer to your PC/Laptop
The uCal programmer is connected to your PC/Laptop with a standard RS-232 cable (supplied in the kit). An optional USB adapter kit may be ordered if your PC/Laptop does not have a Serial port (RS-232). Note: The uCal Programmer is powered by the SureStart unit, i.e. the uCal Programmer WILL NOT WORK unless connected to the SureStart Unit. The SureStart unit MUSTALSO be connected to a power source.
Optional USB Adapter Kit
The optional USB adapter kit Converts a standard USB port into a serial port that is compatible with the uCal programmer. This kit also comes with a USB driver for Windows. This driver enables the standard uCal software and programmer to be used with a USB port.
Installing the USB Driver for Windows
Start your computer. Insert the USB Driver CD into your CD Drive. Plug the USB Connector (of the USB to Serial Adapter) into a USB port on your PC/Laptop. Follow the on-screen instructions of Window’s device manager. When the device manager is finished, you are ready to run the uCal software. See the USB Driver Installation instructions for specifics on Windows 98, ME, 2000 and XP
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