7.2 USB connections
The P350 command module supports USB 2.0 to allow high speed files transfer. USB is the recommended method
for transferring files between the command module and your computer.
NOTE: The command module is compatible with high-speed, powered USB ports. Connection to external USB hubs
or older version 1.1 USB ports is not recommended.
To connect via USB:
NOTE: Only use USB 2.0 graded cable to connect the command module to your computer. example E, and will be
listed in the My Computer window.
1. Switch the command module off for the duration of the connection. The integrated card reader will draw sufficient
power from your PC USB hub.
2. Ensure your computer is switched on and running.
3. Connect the supplied USB cable to the unit and to a free USB port on your computer. Do not use an external USB
hub.
4. On Microsoft Windows-based computers, the command module will appear as a Mass Storage Device. It will be
assigned with a drive letter, for example E, and will be listed in the My Computer window.
5. On Apple Macintosh computers, the card will appear as an icon on the desktop and as a source disk in the sources
list on any Finder window.
6. After your computer has mounted the card, open it in Windows Explorer or Finder and then open the DVC folder
to retrieve your inspection files.
Disconnecting
CAUTION! The command module must be properly ejected from your computer BEFORE you disconnect the USB
cable. Failure to do so may corrupt your card and all data.
Windows
To disconnect the command module from your computer you must use the Windows USB hub manager before
removing the cable. To do so:
1. Locate the USB device icon on the Windows Task Bar (usually bottom right-hand corner of the screen). When
you hover your mouse cursor over this icon, a tool tip Safely Remove Hardware will appear.
2. Left-click the icon with your mouse and click the option to remove the command module.
3. A balloon popup will inform you that it is safe to remove your hardware.
4. You can now disconnect the USB cable from the computer and command module.
Figure 7.3: Examples of Windows USB hub manager windows
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