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8100
Getting Started Guide
Software &
Documentation
To download software, the 8100 User Manual,
and other supporting documentation scan
the QR code here or on the tester to visit
downloads.cirris.com.
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  • Page 1 8100 Getting Started Guide Software & Documentation To download software, the 8100 User Manual, and other supporting documentation scan the QR code here or on the tester to visit downloads.cirris.com. downloads.cirris.com...
  • Page 2: Getting Started

    Getting Started The PC-controlled 8100 test system can perform a wide variety of electrical tests including low voltage continuity, isolation, and passive component testing. The unit can be used as an end-of-line tester, but also excels as a test-while-you- build, guided assembly aid with graphic, textual, and audible instructions.
  • Page 3: System Components

    ☐ Tester-Mating Connectors ☐ Custom-Length Expansion Cables PC Controller The 8100 system is controlled by the Easy-Wire software installed on a PC, which must meet the following requirements: ● Windows® 10 Pro or Windows 11 ● 1024 x 768 min. display resolution Pro operating system ●...
  • Page 4 Configurations The most basic 8100 system consists of a Base with 256 test points connected to a PC by a USB cable. As no separate power cord is required, this makes an extremely compact and portable package. 8100 8100 BASE...
  • Page 5: System Assembly

    (one powered unit must precede every unpowered unit in the system daisy-chain) To PC for Power Maximum, combined & Communication length of daisy-chain expansion cables is To PC or USB Power 200 feet (60m). Supply for Power 8100 Getting Started Guide...
  • Page 6: Indicator Leds

    On the Front Panel Connect the Probe to the Probe receptacle on the front of the system Base. 8100 BASE Probe 8100 Low Voltage Tester Indicator LEDs The front and back panels include an LED in the lower right corner that...
  • Page 7: Installing The Software

    Installing the Software Easy-Wire Station Software The purchase of a new 8100 tester includes the latest version of the Easy-Wire Station software. The installation file for the software can be downloaded from the Cirris web site by scanning the QR Code on the tester or at downloads.
  • Page 8 Startup There are no power switches on the 8100 hardware. If properly connected to the PC Controller, the system will receive a power-on command when the Easy- Wire software opens. Open the Easy-Wire software by double-clicking on the desktop icon. If the icon can’t be found, from the Windows task bar, click Start >...
  • Page 9 Accessing the Easy-Wire Help The Easy-Wire software includes a contextual Help system accessible by clicking on the Help button available on most Easy-Wire windows. The Help can be browsed using its Table of Contents or searched by keywords. 8100 Getting Started Guide...
  • Page 10: Changing The Interface Language

    From the Main Menu > Utilities > Setup System Options. Under the Software Settings tab, select Change. Select a language from the list of options and click OK. Click OK on the Setup System Options window to return to the Main Menu. Cirris...
  • Page 11: Help & Support

    New Cirris Base Units ship with a Certificate of Calibration valid for one year. Cirris recommends that the calibration be validated annually at a minimum thereafter. The validation can be performed by Cirris or by the end user or a calibration service provider using an 8100 Performance Verification Kit. Contact your Cirris sales representative for more information.
  • Page 12: Warranty

    Warranty Cirris Inc. warrants new products manufactured by Cirris Inc. to be free from de- fects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve months. Products not manufactured by Cirris Inc. are warranted by their manufacturer. Cirris Inc. at its option will repair or replace faulty goods and is not responsible for any conse- quential loss incurred due to faulty goods.

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