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5 Software
5.1 Overview
The Newport NewStep Utility Program provides access to a majority of NewStep
Controller’s functions and features, such as changing controller configuration,
monitoring status, and issuing move/jog commands.
5.2 Software Installation
The Newport NewStep Utility Program (NewStep-Util) is designed to run on any
commercially available Pentium™ class desktop personal computer. The
computer should have a minimum of 64MB of RAM. Newport recommends
using Windows 98™, Windows 2000 or NT.
To begin the installation process, put the CD in your CD driver and double-click
on Setup.exe. The installation will give you the option of where to load the files,
or you can use the default settings.
5.3 RS-232 Communication Requirements
For instrument communication, the instrument needs to be connected to the RS-
232 (COM Port) of the user’s PC via an RS232/RS485 converter. The cable
required is a DB9 Male/Female Pass-Thru cable.
The pin out is designed to interface directly with an IBM PC or compatible
computer, using a straight through cable.
The RS-232C configuration is fixed as follows:
Baud rate=19200bps; Data bits=8; Stop bits=1; Parity=NONE; Flow
control=xON / xOFF
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