Readme Stradus Software.txt


Review this file for important information on the Stradus Laser Control Software Version 4.0.0


1.0	Key Features in the Vortran Stradus Laser Control Software.

	1.1	Supports USB and RS-232 Communication.  
	1.2	Able to operate with USB and RS-232 Simultaneously.  
	1.3	Able to display and control 4 lasers in the application window.
	1.4	Laser Configuration Settings can be saved and recalled.
	1.5	Terminal window allows the user to send individual commands and queries.
	1.6	Status Bar displays key laser operating parameters.
	1.7	Information Screen displays all key operating and laser-specific parameters.
	1.8	Version 2.1.2 and later includes Digital Modulation Controls
	1.9     Version 3.0.0 and later has a more user-friendly home screen and indicators.
	2.0     Version 3.1.0 contains improved Digital Modulation controls and improved 64 bit OS compatibility
        2.1     Version 4.0.0 supports an improved HID-based USB driver for lasers with firmware V3.0.0 or newer.

2.0	Operational Hardware Required
	2.1	Stradus Laser Control Box
	2.2	Mini-B USB Cable for USB Operation
	3.3	Standard (Not a Null-Modem) RS-232 Cable for Serial Operation.
	2.4	Network or Local Printer for Hard Copies
	
3.0	Supported Operating Systems
	3.1	Windows 2000
	3.2	Windows XP
	3.3	Windows Vista
	3.4	Windows 7


4.0	Recommended Minumum PC Hardware
	4.1	Core2 Processor 1.7GHz 
	4.2	2GB memory
	4.3	1024 x 768 screen resolution 
	4.4	32 Bit colors

5.0	Known Issues with Release Version 4.0.0
	5.1	No Known Issues at Time of Release

6.0	USB Driver Installation
	6.1	No manual USB driver installation is necessary for lasers with firmware version 3.0.0 or later.
	6.2	For lasers running firmware versions prior to 3.0.0, Legacy USB Driver is located at :  CD Drive Letter\Legacy USB Driver
	


