Hardware Device not listed in the WinDaq/XL "Select the WinDaq Device" box

Hardware Device not listed in the WinDaq/XL "Select the WinDaq Device" box

Some devices will not allow you to run WinDaq/XL directly from Microsoft/XL in real time unless accessed from WinDaq Acquisition software.

Solution:

1. Close Microsoft Excel

2. Open WinDaq Acquisition.

3. Click on View > Add-ons > WinDaq/XL. Microsoft Excel will open a new instance.



4. Click on the Start button in the WinDaq/XL toolbar.

5. Your device should now be in the list. If not, please fill out a support ticket.


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