Configuring the Serial Port of the DMi8 for Volocity

Configuring the Serial Port of the DMi8 for Volocity

Configuring the Serial Port of the DMi8 for Volocity

When you install the Leica SDK (delivered with the DMi8 microscope), it includes a driver that allows the computer to connect to the microscope via USB. This driver sets up a "Virtual Com Port" (VCP) for serial port communication. While the Leica SDK does not require the VCP for communication, the Volocity software does.

Steps to Enable the VCP for the DMi8:

  1. Open Device Manager:

    • Press Win + X and select Device Manager.

  2. Locate the DMi8 Device:

    • The DMi8 will appear under USB Controllers as a USB Serial Controller.

  3. Access Device Properties:

    • Double-click the device, or right-click and select Properties.

  4. Enable the Virtual Com Port (VCP):

    • Navigate to the Advanced tab.
    • Check the box for Load VCP.

  5. Verify the Device in "Ports":

    • After enabling the VCP, the device will now appear under Ports in Device Manager.
    • Note the assigned COM Port number.

  6. Configure Volocity:

    • In Volocity, set up your serial devices and select the appropriate COM Port for the DMi8.

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