| Problem | Likely Fix | |---------|-------------| | No connection | Check baud rate matching; try 4800 or 19200. Ensure cable is a null-modem cross cable (not straight-through). | | Garbage characters | Parity/stop bits mismatch. Set to 8-N-1. | | Upload fails mid-way | Reduce baud rate. Clear instrument’s memory (backup first). | | Software crashes on Windows 10 | Run in compatibility mode + as Administrator. | | No COM port listed | Install USB-serial driver (e.g., FTDI or Prolific). Avoid cheap adapters without Win10 driver. |
: While designed for older Windows versions (XP/7), it can often run on Windows 10/11 using "Compatibility Mode".
: While originally built for older Windows environments like Windows XP, it can be run on modern systems with specific adjustments.
: While basic, it provides rudimentary CAD viewing and coordinate transformation tools to verify data before further processing.
