Chapter 3 Getting Started; Installing Apt Software - THORLABS BBD101 User Manual

Chapter 3 Getting Started

3.1 Installing APT Software

When operating via a PC, direct user interaction with the unit is
accomplished through intuitive graphical user interface panels (GUIs),
which expose all key operating parameters and modes. The user can
select multiple panel views displaying different information about a
particular hardware unit. The multitasking architecture ensures that the
graphical control panels always remain live, showing all current
Some PCs may have been configured to restrict the users ability to load
software, and on these systems the software may not install/run. If you are
in any doubt about your rights to install/run software, please consult your
If you experience any problems when installing software, contact Thorlabs on
DO NOT CONNECT THE CONTROLLER TO YOUR PC YET
1) Insert the CD into your PC.
2) The CD should run automatically. If your CD does not start, double click the file
'autorun.exe', found on the Software CD.
3) A Welcome dialogue screen is displayed. Before installing the software, you are
strongly advised to read the Installation Guide. Click the associated link.
4) Once you are familiar with the installation procedure, click the 'Install APT
Software' hyperlink displayed on the Welcome dialogue screen.
5) Follow the on-screen instructions - see the Installation Guide supplied for more
information.
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hardware activity.
system administrator before attempting to install.
+44 (0)1353 654440 and ask for Technical Support.
Note
Caution