Step 2 Connect The System - Microscan MS-1 User Manual

Step 2 — Connect the System
Caution: Be sure that all cables are connected BEFORE applying power to the
system. Always power down BEFORE disconnecting any cables.
The MS-1 Scan Engine can be connected directly to a host computer using a demo board.
1. Attach the MS-1 to the demo board, label side down, as shown below.
Screw holes for mounting the MS-1 are located on the base of the unit and on
the demo board. Use the M1.6 x .35 x 4 mm screws provided.
2. Once the MS-1 is affixed to the demo board, push
the ends of the flex cable into the connectors on
the MS-1 and the demo board as shown at right.
3. If you are using a USB Virtual COM cable,
download the Virtual COM Port Driver from the
Download Center on the Microscan website:
www.microscan.com.
4. Plug the RJ45 end of the USB Virtual COM
cable into the connector on the demo board.
(If using mini-USB: Plug mini-USB cable into
mini-USB connector at J1.)
5. Plug the USB end of the USB Virtual COM
cable into the USB port on the host computer.
(If using mini-USB: Plug mini-USB cable into
USB connector on host computer.)
6. Insert a 9V battery into the battery bay on the
underside of the board. (If using mini-USB or
USB Virtual COM: Power is supplied by the connection to the host computer.)
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