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Armfield Software Installation Guide

This document provides instructions for installing Armfield interface device (IFD) software and drivers on Windows PCs. It details installing the software, connecting the IFD hardware via USB, and installing the generic USB serial driver using files on the provided CD-ROM. The instructions differ slightly between Windows 7 and 8, but involve browsing to the CD-ROM to select the driver during the Windows update process. Once installed, the software can communicate with the connected IFD hardware and display relevant measurements.
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Armfield Software Installation Guide

This document provides instructions for installing Armfield interface device (IFD) software and drivers on Windows PCs. It details installing the software, connecting the IFD hardware via USB, and installing the generic USB serial driver using files on the provided CD-ROM. The instructions differ slightly between Windows 7 and 8, but involve browsing to the CD-ROM to select the driver during the Windows update process. Once installed, the software can communicate with the connected IFD hardware and display relevant measurements.
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armfield

Introduction

This software is designed to operate on PCs with either 32 or 64 bit operating


systems, and is compatible with a range of Armfield interface devices (IFD).

These instructions detail procedures for installing the software on your PC,
connecting the equipment to the PC and installing the appropriate driver for
the USB interface. A guide to operating the software can be accessed from
within the software by clicking on Help.

Installing the Software

To successfully install the Armfield software it will be necessary for the user to
be logged on to the computer as administrator or as a user that has been
granted equivalent administrator rights.

Insert the CD-ROM in the CD/DVD drive. If autorun is disabled or installation


does not start automatically, run the [Link] file on the CD-ROM.

The Welcome screen will be displayed showing the available options:

Choose Install Software from the options, wait for the welcome screen to clear
then follow the on screen instructions to install the software on the PC. All of
the default options can be accepted unless installation in a particular location is
required.

When the Welcome screen is displayed again choose Exit the CD but leave the
CD-ROM in the CD/DVD drive of the PC to enable the USB driver to be installed
later.

Installing the USB driver

The USB device communicates with the software via a virtual serial port. The
driver for this is a generic type, which is set up using an information file
(Armfield USB [Link]) to.

Windows should select the driver automatically from the CD-ROM. However, if
you experience problems it may be necessary to install using one of the
procedures below.

In particular, users of Windows 8 will need to enable the installation of non


digitally signed drivers before they can proceed.
Installation of Armfield IFD USB device on Windows 7

Note: The user must be logged on to the computer using an account with
administrator rights.

1) Install the Armfield software provided with the device.

2) Connect the USB cable to the Armfield device and plug it into the USB port
on the computer.

3) Click the Start button, right click on My Computer and select Properties.
From the menu on the left, select Device Manager.

Right-click on the device and choose properties.


4) Click the update driver button. The following screen will be shown:

Select Browse my computer for driver software.


5) Ensure that the Armfield CD-ROM is in the drive and browse to the CD
drive. Click next.

6) Windows will issue the following warning screen. Click Install anyway.
7) Windows shows confirmation when the driver is correctly installed.

Make a note of the COM port number for future reference. Click Close.
Installation of Armfield IFD USB device on Windows 8

1) Install the Armfield software provided with the device.

2) Connect the USB cable to the Armfield device and plug it in to the USB port
on the PC.

3) Go to the start screen. Move the cursor to the bottom right-hand corner of
the screen to display the options menu.
4) Click on the Settings icon and choose Change PC Settings

5) Choose General, then click Advanced Setup


6) Click on Restart Now

7) Choose Troubleshoot
8) Choose Advanced Options

9) Choose Startup Settings


10) Click Restart. When prompted, press F7 to disable Driver Signing
Enforcement

11) Log on to the computer, go to the desktop and open the Control Panel
12) Open the Device Manager and select the ARMFIELD IFD5 device
13) Right click and choose Update Driver Software. Choose Browse My
Computer...
14) Ensure that the Armfield CD-ROM is in the drive. Click Browse and locate
the CD drive.

15) Follow the instructions to install the driver. Ignore the warning about Driver
signing.
16) When Windows has finished installing the driver, make a note of the port
number which has been allocated.
Operate the software supplied with the product

Once the IFD communications have been set up as detailed above, the
software should initiate communications automatically on subsequent starts.

From the start up screen choose View then Diagram to display a diagram
showing the equipment and any relevant measured variables.

For details about operating the software refer to the Help facility in the
software (accessible using the Help icon in the top menu bar then choosing
Operating the Software).

Common questions

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When installing the USB driver for the Armfield device on a PC, ensure you are using an account with administrator rights. Verify that the CD-ROM is in the drive to allow Windows to automatically search for the driver. If issues arise, use 'Browse my computer for driver software' in Device Manager, pointing to the CD-ROM. In Windows 8, disable Driver Signing Enforcement to install non-signed drivers. Always note down the COM port number post installation for future reference .

Noting the COM port number during the installation process of the Armfield IFD USB device is significant because it is required for establishing and troubleshooting connections between the software and device. The COM port number is needed to ensure that communications are initiated correctly and automatically in subsequent uses, facilitating proper functionality of the equipment connected to the PC .

If the Armfield USB device fails to communicate with the software on Windows after installation, users should first ensure the USB driver is installed correctly by checking Device Manager for the device status. Verify the correct COM port number is used within the software settings. For Windows 8, confirm that Driver Signing Enforcement is disabled if non-signed drivers are involved. Reinstall the driver using the manual browse option if needed, ensuring the Armfield CD-ROM is available. Reboot the system if necessary to reinitialize the connection .

The Help facility in the Armfield software enhances user understanding and operation by providing a comprehensive guide to operating the software. Accessible via the top menu bar under 'Help,' it offers step-by-step instructions and additional insights into features, ensuring users can set up and troubleshoot effectively without needing to reference external documents. This internal guide supports users in maximizing the software’s capabilities .

If Windows does not automatically select the driver for the Armfield device on Windows 7, first ensure you are operating with an administrator account. Access Device Manager via 'My Computer' properties and right-click the relevant device. Choose 'Update Driver' and select 'Browse my computer for driver software.' Ensure the Armfield CD-ROM is in the drive and browse to it, then select 'Next.' If Windows issues a warning about the driver, click 'Install anyway' to proceed. Upon confirmation of successful installation, note the COM port number for future reference .

After installing the Armfield software and USB driver on Windows 7, connect the USB cable between the Armfield device and the computer. Access Device Manager via 'My Computer' properties, locate the device, right-click, and choose properties. Click 'Update Driver' and select 'Browse my computer for driver software.' Insert the Armfield CD-ROM in the drive, navigate to it, and continue to proceed with the installation. Acknowledge installation warnings if prompted. After successful driver installation, check and make a note of the COM port number assigned .

The primary purpose of the Armfield software's "View then Diagram" feature upon start-up is to display a schematic representation of the equipment setup along with relevant measured variables. This visual tool aids users in understanding the current operational status and data being captured, enhancing troubleshooting, monitoring, and effective management of experiments or operations conducted with the Armfield equipment .

To install non-digitally signed drivers on Windows 8 for an Armfield device, navigate to the start screen and move the cursor to open the options menu. Click 'Settings,' choose 'Change PC Settings,' then 'General' followed by 'Advanced Setup' and click 'Restart Now.' Choose 'Troubleshoot', followed by 'Advanced Options,' 'Startup Settings,' and then click 'Restart.' When prompted, press F7 to disable Driver Signing Enforcement. This allows the installation of non-signed drivers .

To successfully install Armfield software on a PC with a 32 or 64 bit operating system, the user must log on to the computer as an administrator or have equivalent rights. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive and if autorun is disabled, manually run the Setup.exe file on the CD-ROM. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation, accepting all default options unless a specific installation location is desired. Once the Welcome screen reappears, select Exit. Leave the CD-ROM in the drive to facilitate the subsequent USB driver installation .

Not following the recommended driver installation procedure on Windows 8 for an Armfield USB device could result in the device not being recognized or functioning properly. Windows 8 requires disabling Driver Signing Enforcement to allow installation of non-digitally signed drivers. Without this step, the driver installation may fail or the device may not establish communication with the software, resulting in ineffective or non-functional hardware application .

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