Getting Started; System Requirements; Installing The Bode Analyzer Suite; Powering The Bode 100 - Omicron Lab Bode 100 Quick Start Manual

Bode 100 Quick Start Guide
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Getting started

This section explains how to connect Bode 100, put it into operation and how to perform the first
measurement with it.
6.1

System requirements

To ensure optimum performance of Bode 100 and the Bode Analyzer Suite it is recommended to use
a computer that fulfills or exceeds the following system requirements:
• Processor: Intel Core-I Dual-Core (or similar)
• Memory (RAM): 2 GB, 4 GB recommended
• Graphics card: DirectX 11 with Direct2D support
• Graphics resolution: Super VGA (1024x768), higher resolution recommended
• USB interface: USB 2.0 or higher
• Operating system: Windows 7 SP1 or higher
6.2

Installing the Bode Analyzer Suite

To install the Bode Analyzer Suite insert the DVD delivered with Bode 100 and follow the instructions
on the screen. In case that you have deactivated the auto run function of your computer's operating
system navigate to the root directory of the DVD and start the setup manually.
If you have no DVD drive on your computer you can download the latest version of the
Bode Analyzer Suite from www.omicron-lab.com.
It is recommended to disconnect the USB connection between Bode 100 and your PC during
the installation of the Bode Analyzer Suite.
6.3

Powering the Bode 100

NOTICE
When powering Bode 100 with a different power adapter than the one delivered with Bode 100
please make sure that the voltage and polarity comply with the power requirements defined in the
Bode 100 user manual and technical data sheet.
Bode 100 is powered with an external wide-range AC power adapter. Before powering Bode 100,
select the adapter's mains input plug fitting your power outlet. Plug the adapter's DC output connector
into the Bode 100 DC power input on the rear panel and the mains input plug into the power outlet.
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