ID Tech EzWriter User Manual page 8

ID TECH EzWriter
USB-RS232
The USB interface operates though a serial COM port like an RS232 device. The USB
communication uses a special USB-RS232 driver included in the supplied CD or is
available from the ID TECH website. EzWriter is a "Self-Powered" USB device and must
be powered using the 24VDC power adaptor provided with EzWriter.
The USB cable has two connectors at the cable's end. One connector is for the PC USB
connection and the other is for the power adaptor connection. Connect the EzWriter USB
connector into the PC and insure it is fully seated. Connect the power adapter output to the
power adaptor connector on the USB cable. Finally, connect the power adaptor to the AC
line power outlet.
When power is applied, the LED is orange for a moment and then becomes green. If the
LED does not light, check the power adaptor connections.
When the USB connection is recognized by the operating system for the first time, a Found
New Hardware message is given. The operating system must install USB drivers in the
PC. The drivers provide the communication link between the PC and EzWriter.
When the New Hardware Wizard window appears, follow the wizard directions to install the
USB-RS232 drivers into the PC. The drivers are available online as Signed drivers. If an
internet connection is available to the PC or the Workshop CD is available and installed in
the CD drive, then perform "Install the software automatically (Recommended)" selection.
Otherwise, select the "Install from a list or specific location (advanced)" option. For the
advanced option, Workshop software must be installed first to have the drivers on the PC
hard drive. If Workshop is not already installed, stop here and install Workshop as
instructed above. Workshop software is available on the ID TECH website.
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