OmniSistem Q Scan - Manual (Page 6)

COM PORT SETUP:
On First activation you will need to select an active comport for the PC.
This Program will Automatically disable some choices because they are already in use, such as with a
Mouse or Modem.
Make sure the Laser unit is powered up, ready and communication cables are secure.
Click
If you are given several choices then try each for one that might work.
After each choice click TEST and watch the Helper window for a few seconds.
If Com = OK message appears then communication setup is complete so click APPLY and this setting will
remain in effect until changed using SETCOM.
If Com = Fail message appears on all choices then double check all connections, etc.
When all else fails then the following information may help:
Many PC's use Com1 as a Mouse input and Com2 as Modem input.
Most PC's have 2 comports. In some cases the Modem has it's own comport and the 2nd comport is
remapped to Com3 or Com4, and sometimes the extra comport is simply disabled at the hardware level.
If you are given no choices or the choices given don't work then your 2nd comport may be disabled at the
hardware level.
You may need to use CMOS setup to enable and re-map your 2nd comport for use as Com3 or Com4. This
can be tricky to do and if done incorrectly may result in system hang-ups or conflicts, so seek expert advice
from the Manufacturer or your local Guru
If you want to try anyway, then you have been WARNED! OmniSistem Lights and Effects or Laserworks
®
accepts no liability if you reconfigure your computer incorrectly.
You should check and note the hardware settings defined by Windows:
Click My Computer
Click Control Panel
Click System
Click Device Manager
Write down the com#-serial ports, mouse and modem assignments.
Restart the computer.
At power up hold down the DEL key (on most systems) to enter CMOS SETUP.
Locate a menu about HARDWARE or PERIPHERALS. Find Serial 2 (or 1).
WRITE DOWN THE CURRENT SETTINGS IN CASE YOU NEED TO RESTORE THEM !!!!
If one is disabled then see if it can be changed to AUTO.
These are the most common address definitions:
com1 = 3F8
com2 = 2F8
com3 = 3E8
com4 = 2E8