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2 Installation
This chapter contains useful instructions for installing the BL-1000 LINK. Please read it
carefully to prevent difficulties during commissioning.
2.1 Scope of delivery
Please make sure that the delivery contains all items listed below. If a component is missing
or damaged, please contact us to receive a replacement part.
The following components are included in the scope of delivery:
• Braille Labeler BL-1000 LINK
• 1 Power supply cable
• 1 USB interface cable
• 1 pack of Braille Tape
• Operating instructions printed in black lettering
• Installation CD
2.2 Software installation
Before connecting the BL-1000 LINK to your computer, you should first install the supplied
software. The two following software components are included on the supplied CD:
1. Braille Labeler 1000 application program: enables printing in Braille via simple operation.
2. USB driver: so that the PC can recognize the BL-1000 LINK.
Please note that the enclosed software can only be installed on PCs with Microsoft
Windows.
Insert the enclosed CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. Run the installation
program "Setup.exe". Follow the instructions of the installation program to install the Braille
Labeler application program.
After successful installation, you can connect the BL-1000 LINK to your computer.
2.3 Connection of the plug-in power supply
To connect the plug-in power supply, insert the round, thin connector plug into the
connection socket next to the on/off switch on the left side of the device. You will feel the
plug click into place. Now you can plug the plug-in power supply into an easily accessible
socket.
2.4 Connecting the USB cable
To connect the BL-1000 LINK to the PC or laptop via the USB interface, use the supplied
USB connection cable. The USB connection cable has a small, almost square plug at one
end. At the other end you will find a small flat plug.