USB Serial Connection
MAG-ic Probe WiFi uses a common USB driver to communicate with your computer. This
driver should be automatically installed by most Operating Systems.
This will list the Serial Ports currently
installed on your PC. Look for the
USB Serial Port (COM #) and note
the port number. If you double-click
this line, you should see a similar
properties window to the far-right
window.
If your computer does not automatically install the driver, you will need to install the driver
manually. In that case, please disconnect the MAG-ic Probe from your computer.
your operating system. It is best to use the Setup Executable from that page. There are also
installation guides available from that page to assist you with proper installation and diagnosing
problems.
Install the driver package as per the instructions on the FTDI Website. Once the drivers are
successfully installed, Connect the MAG-ic Probe WiFi to your computer USB port and you
should hear the computer beep and proceed as above.
Once you have the correct COM Port # you can proceed to open the MAG-ic Probe Software
you downloaded from the previous section.
In the software, select Port Selection & Re-Calibration from the Top Bar and select Serial
Port.
Select or Type in the Com Port # from above and click OK. If successful, the green “Comms”
light in the top-right should light us and the calibration messages should start appearing in the
When first connecting MAG-ic Probe WiFi to your computer, play
close attention to the monitor. You may hear a Windows Sound and
possibly a window similar to the one on the right. If it says the driver
is successfully installed, record the ComPort # as this is the number
you will need in the MAG-ic Probe Software.
Other wise Open the Control Panel and click on Device Manager.
In the Device Manager, click on the small triangle next to PORTS
(COM & LPT).
grey box at the center of the screen. If nothing appears, try attaching the magnet to the probe or removing it.
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Navigate to http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm and download the VCP Drivers for
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