Crossbow Technology AHRS400 Series - Quick Start; GyroView Software

AHRS400 Series User’s Manual
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2 Quick Start
2.1 GyroView Software
Crossbow includes GyroView software to allow you to use the DMU right
out of the box and the evaluation is straightforward. Install the GyroView
software, connect the DMU to your serial port, apply power to your unit and
start taking measurements.
2.1.1 GyroView Computer Requirements
The following are minimum capabilities that your computer should have to
run GyroView successfully:
• CPU: Pentium-class
• RAM Memory: 32MB minimum, 64MB recommended
• Hard Drive Free Memory: 15MB
• Operating System: Windows 95, 98, NT4, 2000
2.1.2 Install GyroView
To install GyroView in your computer:
1. Insert the CD “Support Tools” in the CD-ROM drive.
2. Find the GyroView folder. Double click on the setup file.
3. Follow the setup wizard instructions. You will install GyroView
and a LabView 6 Runtime Engine. You will need both these
applications.
If you have any problems or questions, you may contact Crossbow directly.
2.2 Connections
The DMU is shipped with a cable to connect the DMU to a PC
communications port.
1. Connect the 15-pin end of the digital signal cable to the port on the
AHRS.
2. Connect the 9-pin end of the cable to the serial port of your
computer.
3. The additional black and red wires on the cable supply power to
the AHRS. Match red to (+) power and black to (-) ground. The
input voltage can range from 9 - 30 VDC at 275 mA for the
AHRS. For further information, see the specifications for your
unit.
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