Installing Polar controlled impedance and PCB signal integrity software

What's new?

FlexLM and Firewall settings

Polar supports limited Linux installations of FlexLM and there is a reliance on making sure that the Linux platform is capable of talking to the FlexLM clients over the network, communication between the two is via TCP Ports. It is common for TCP Ports to be blocked by default in a production environment so this requires that the Ports used by FlexLM are "opened" so that communication between the Linux FlexLM Polar daemon and the FlexLM clients can talk to each other.

AP8205

Operational requirements when using Si Excel x64

(Polar recommends 32 bit Si Excel unless your Company/IT Department mandates 64 bit Excel)

Interested or need to know what processes, folders, files etc are access by the new SiExcelExpert64?
Then read our application note (AP8202) to find out more about how SiExcelExpert64 works.

AP8202

Migrating workbooks from Si Excel to Si Excel x64.

(Polar recommends 32 bit Si Excel unless your Company/IT Department mandates 64 bit Excel)

Workbooks with links to Si Excel (32 bit version) require minor adjustment to the Data Links for them to work with the new Si Excel x64. This app note decsribes one simple way of updating the Excel Data Links to point at the newly installed SiExcelExpert64 application. This saves having to modify the formulae in each cell individually.

Installation and licensing application notes

Polarcare maintenance and support

AP637

FlexLM and Firewall settings

Polar supports limited Linux installations of FlexLM and there is a reliance on making sure that the Linux platform is capable of talking to the FlexLM clients over the network, communication between the two is via TCP Ports. It is common for TCP Ports to be blocked by default in a production environment so this requires that the Ports used by FlexLM are "opened" so that communication between the Linux FlexLM Polar daemon and the FlexLM clients can talk to each other.

AP8202

Migrating workbooks from Si Excel to Si Excel x64.

(Polar recommends 32-bit Si Excel unless your Company/IT Department mandates 64-bit Microsoft Excel)

Workbooks with links to Si Excel (32 bit version) require minor adjustment to the Data Links for them to work with the new Si Excel x64. This app note decsribes one simple way of updating the Excel Data Links to point at the newly installed SiExcelExpert64 application. This saves having to modify the formulae in each cell individually.

AP636

Si8000m / Si9000e font oversized display scaling causes text to overflow controls

Some Si8000m and Si9000e customers have reported that, on some laptops, the button fonts overflow the Si8000m / Si9000e controls. The large fonts appear in the Si8000m / Si9000e user interface and overflow most of the Si8000m controls.This occurs even when the screen resolution (Windows System Settings | Display | Scale and Layout) is set to normal.

The issue relates to Windows installed font sets and its resolution is discussed in this note.

AP630

Polar Interface Module to the Polar field solver calculation engine – updating from legacy versions.

Polar customers can gain direct access, via thePolar Interface Module, from third party software to the Polar field solvers. The Interface Module (IM) feature (formerly OEM feature) is activated via FlexNet licensing. This app note and associated table is a reference to which versions can coexist and what license style is required for each particular mix of IM / OEM / standalone Si8000m.

AP629

Using barcode readers in Polar products

Several Polar products incorporate the option to utilise barcode readers to allow fast and accurate data capture and for rapid and reliable interaction with the application. This application note provides an example, using the CITS880s controlled impedance test system, of the use of a barcode reader to select CITS test files and access Polar on-line application notes.

AP628

Replacing/renewing a license file on your FlexNet license server

This note briefly describes how to replace your Polar software license file currently in use on your FlexNet license server (if, for example, the old license has expired or been upgraded.)

AP626

CITS/Atlas/LA9000 high DPI scaling on high resolution monitors

CITS, Atlas and LA9000 users using some high resolution monitors may encounter difficuity with the text items if rendered too small to read easily.The issue may be resolved by altering the Compatibility settings for the application file.

AP625

Upgrading to 2018 versions of Si8000m, Si9000e and Speedstack

Version 2018 of Si8000m, Si9000e, Speedstack and the associated optional features will require new v18 license features. This application note describes upgrading to v2018 of the Si8000m, Si9000e and Speedstack from earlier versions.

AP624

Installation of Si8000m Interface Module for Frontline InPlan / InStack V5.0 and above

This note describes the procedure to install/upgrade the Si8000m Interface Module when integrating with installations of Frontline InPlan and Instack version 5.0 and later.

AP623

Installing the CITS880s USB driver on 64-bit Windows 8/10

Windows 8 or later will not allow installation of unsigned drivers on 64-bit machines. This application note describes the procedure for installing the Polar USB driver for the CITS880s on machines running 64-bit versions of Windows 8 and Windows 10.

AP622

Installing the CITS880s USB driver on 32-bit Windows

This application note describes the procedure for installing the Polar USB driver for the CITS880s on machines running 32-bit Windows.

AP620

Installing hardware key drivers — Polar software versions 15.10 and later

If a hardware key (dongle) license has been purchased it will be necessary to download and install the key drivers (available from the Polar web site support page.) This note describes the steps necessary to install and activate the hardware key.

AP620_T

Troubleshooting HASP for Polar portable license hardware heys

This application note provides a troubleshooting guide for issues that may be encountered while installing hardware key (dongle) drivers.

AP618

Installing Polar software — versions 21.01 and later

V21.01 and later versions of Polar software are based on FlexNet Publisher v11.19.0, which applies more stringent filtering than earlier versions to ethernet addresses classed as removable. If you are upgrading from an earlier version of Polar software (either node-locked or 5/1 license) it may be necessary to resubmit your HostIDs and request an updated license file.

AP617

Installing and running the PFL760/780 under 64-bit Windows

The PFL760/780 series of fault finders are not supported within a 64-bit Windows environment. It may be possible, however, to run the PFL760/780 series within a 32-bit virtual machine on a 64-bit system. This note describes the procedure for installing and running the hardware and software within a Windows 7 32-bit virtual machine on a 64-bit Windows system using VMware Player.

AP616

Copying Speedstack config files to preserve settings of your current installation

Speedstack stores operating and configuration information between sessions. This application note describes the procedure for Speedstack users when copying an existing workspace to a new machine.

AP614

Speedstack package license feature matrix

This note includes lists each Speedstack bundle, detailing the Speedstack feature plus its associated license feature(s)

AP613

Installing Polar's Atlas software

This application note describes the installion procedure for the Polar Atlas software and the Tektronix DSA8300 Digital Signal Analyser.

AP612

Direct connection setup for Atlas and the Tektronix DSA8300

This application note describes setting up direct communication between Polar Atlas and the Tektronix DSA8300 when the host PC and the DSA8300 are not part of an existing network.

AP611

Network setup for Polar Atlas and Tektronix DSA8300

This application note describes setting up network communication between Polar Atlas and the Tektronix DSA8300 sampling oscilloscope in an existing company/workshop network.

AP610

Resetting the license path on 64-bit Windows, Vista or Windows 7

It may be necessary on occasions (for example, when renewing FlexNet licenses) to reset the license settings in the registry to clear old or invalid license paths. This note decribes the license path reset procedure if the software is running on 64-bit Windows, Vista or Windows 7.

AP608

Polar software versions

This application note lists the current software component versions for all Polar software products.

AP607

Installing Polar node locked software

The "node locked" versions of Polar software look for their license files on the machine containing the installed software. This application note outlines the installation process for licenses locked to the local ethernet address or USB or parallel keys.

AP606

Installing server and client license software for Polar software

This application note describes a simple FlexNet server-side installation for Polar software (including Si8000m/Si9000e and Interface Module products that incorporate the Polar Impedance Calculation engine.)

AP605

System requirements for Polar software products

This application note describes the PC system hardware and software requirements for installing Polar software products

AP604

Installing Polar software on Windows 64-bit versions

This application note describes the procedure for installing the Polar software licensing system on a 64-bit Windows operating system.

AP602

Upgrading to Speedstack 2008

This application note outlines the prerequisites and procedures for upgrading from earlier versions of Speedstack to Speedstack 2008, safely backing up old Speedstack libraries and installing on client and server machines.

AP601

"Clock surfing" can break your license!

This application note shows how significant alterations to your computer clock can prevent the FlexNet license manager from serving licenses for your Polar software.

AP600

Local language pack installation for Polar software

How to install local language packs on Si8000m, Si9000e, Speedstack and CGen.

AP513

Installing Speedstack 2008 V3.20 as an upgrade

Speedstack 2008 v3.2 includes parameter unit switching (between microns, mils, millimeters and inches). This note describes the upgrade and unit conversion processes when Speedstack 2008 v3.2 is started for new installations, upgrades from earlier versions and subsequent launches.

AP506

Converting SB200 v5 stackups to v6

This note outlines the process of converting SB200 v5.x library, stackup and project files to v6 format using the SB200 File Converter.

AP504

Upgrading to SB200 v6

This application note discusses upgrading from earlier versions of the SB200 – resetting configuration settings, backing up old libraries and converting version 5.x stackups.

AP502

Installing the SB200 Viewer

Customers may request a free12 month licence for the SB200 Stackup viewer. This application note outlines the installation process for viewer licenses.

AP501

Installing the SB200 – evaluation version

Customers may request a free time limited evaluation licence for the SB200 Stackup Design System for evaluation. This application note outlines the installation process for evaluation licenses.

AP500

Installing the SB200 – node locked version

The "node locked" version of the SB200 looks for its license file on the machine containing the SB200 software. This application note outlines the installation process for licenses locked to the local ethernet address or USB or parallel keys.

AP183

FAQs / Hints and tips – FLEXlm licence installation

Hints and tips and most frequently asked questions regarding installation of Polar software FLEXlm based licences.

AP181

Installing the 8000/9000 series – evaluation versions

Customers may request a free time limited copy of the 8000/9000 series Field Solvers for evaluation. This application note outlines the installation process for evaluation licenses.

AP180

Installing the 8000/9000 series – node locked versions

The "node locked" versions of the 8000/9000 series look for their license files on the machine containing the installed software. This application note outlines the installation process for licenses locked to the local ethernet address or USB or parallel keys.

AP177

Server and client side installation for floating licenses versions 2008 and earlier

This application note describes a simple FLEXLm server-side installation for the Polar 8000/9000 series and Interface Module products incorporating the Polar Impedance Calculation engine.

Polarcare

Polarcare maintenance and support

Technical support and software maintenance from Polar. Comprehensive PolarCare documentation is available in this pdf document.

Installation and licensing
What's new?
AP637	FlexLM and Firewall settings Polar supports limited Linux installations of FlexLM and there is a reliance on making sure that the Linux platform is capable of talking to the FlexLM clients over the network, communication between the two is via TCP Ports. It is common for TCP Ports to be blocked by default in a production environment so this requires that the Ports used by FlexLM are "opened" so that communication between the Linux FlexLM Polar daemon and the FlexLM clients can talk to each other.
AP8205	Operational requirements when using Si Excel x64 (Polar recommends 32 bit Si Excel unless your Company/IT Department mandates 64 bit Excel) Interested or need to know what processes, folders, files etc are access by the new SiExcelExpert64? Then read our application note (AP8202) to find out more about how SiExcelExpert64 works.
AP8202	Migrating workbooks from Si Excel to Si Excel x64. (Polar recommends 32 bit Si Excel unless your Company/IT Department mandates 64 bit Excel) Workbooks with links to Si Excel (32 bit version) require minor adjustment to the Data Links for them to work with the new Si Excel x64. This app note decsribes one simple way of updating the Excel Data Links to point at the newly installed SiExcelExpert64 application. This saves having to modify the formulae in each cell individually.
Installation and licensing application notes
Polarcare maintenance and support
Installation and licensing application notes Top
AP637	FlexLM and Firewall settings Polar supports limited Linux installations of FlexLM and there is a reliance on making sure that the Linux platform is capable of talking to the FlexLM clients over the network, communication between the two is via TCP Ports. It is common for TCP Ports to be blocked by default in a production environment so this requires that the Ports used by FlexLM are "opened" so that communication between the Linux FlexLM Polar daemon and the FlexLM clients can talk to each other.
AP8202	Migrating workbooks from Si Excel to Si Excel x64. (Polar recommends 32-bit Si Excel unless your Company/IT Department mandates 64-bit Microsoft Excel) Workbooks with links to Si Excel (32 bit version) require minor adjustment to the Data Links for them to work with the new Si Excel x64. This app note decsribes one simple way of updating the Excel Data Links to point at the newly installed SiExcelExpert64 application. This saves having to modify the formulae in each cell individually.
AP636	Si8000m / Si9000e font oversized display scaling causes text to overflow controls Some Si8000m and Si9000e customers have reported that, on some laptops, the button fonts overflow the Si8000m / Si9000e controls. The large fonts appear in the Si8000m / Si9000e user interface and overflow most of the Si8000m controls.This occurs even when the screen resolution (Windows System Settings \| Display \| Scale and Layout) is set to normal. The issue relates to Windows installed font sets and its resolution is discussed in this note.
AP630	Polar Interface Module to the Polar field solver calculation engine – updating from legacy versions. Polar customers can gain direct access, via thePolar Interface Module, from third party software to the Polar field solvers. The Interface Module (IM) feature (formerly OEM feature) is activated via FlexNet licensing. This app note and associated table is a reference to which versions can coexist and what license style is required for each particular mix of IM / OEM / standalone Si8000m.
AP629	Using barcode readers in Polar products Several Polar products incorporate the option to utilise barcode readers to allow fast and accurate data capture and for rapid and reliable interaction with the application. This application note provides an example, using the CITS880s controlled impedance test system, of the use of a barcode reader to select CITS test files and access Polar on-line application notes.
AP628	Replacing/renewing a license file on your FlexNet license server This note briefly describes how to replace your Polar software license file currently in use on your FlexNet license server (if, for example, the old license has expired or been upgraded.)
AP626	CITS/Atlas/LA9000 high DPI scaling on high resolution monitors CITS, Atlas and LA9000 users using some high resolution monitors may encounter difficuity with the text items if rendered too small to read easily.The issue may be resolved by altering the Compatibility settings for the application file.
AP625	Upgrading to 2018 versions of Si8000m, Si9000e and Speedstack Version 2018 of Si8000m, Si9000e, Speedstack and the associated optional features will require new v18 license features. This application note describes upgrading to v2018 of the Si8000m, Si9000e and Speedstack from earlier versions.
AP624	Installation of Si8000m Interface Module for Frontline InPlan / InStack V5.0 and above This note describes the procedure to install/upgrade the Si8000m Interface Module when integrating with installations of Frontline InPlan and Instack version 5.0 and later.
AP623	Installing the CITS880s USB driver on 64-bit Windows 8/10 Windows 8 or later will not allow installation of unsigned drivers on 64-bit machines. This application note describes the procedure for installing the Polar USB driver for the CITS880s on machines running 64-bit versions of Windows 8 and Windows 10.
AP622	Installing the CITS880s USB driver on 32-bit Windows This application note describes the procedure for installing the Polar USB driver for the CITS880s on machines running 32-bit Windows.
AP620	Installing hardware key drivers — Polar software versions 15.10 and later If a hardware key (dongle) license has been purchased it will be necessary to download and install the key drivers (available from the Polar web site support page.) This note describes the steps necessary to install and activate the hardware key.
AP620_T	Troubleshooting HASP for Polar portable license hardware heys This application note provides a troubleshooting guide for issues that may be encountered while installing hardware key (dongle) drivers.
AP618	Installing Polar software — versions 21.01 and later V21.01 and later versions of Polar software are based on FlexNet Publisher v11.19.0, which applies more stringent filtering than earlier versions to ethernet addresses classed as removable. If you are upgrading from an earlier version of Polar software (either node-locked or 5/1 license) it may be necessary to resubmit your HostIDs and request an updated license file.
AP617	Installing and running the PFL760/780 under 64-bit Windows The PFL760/780 series of fault finders are not supported within a 64-bit Windows environment. It may be possible, however, to run the PFL760/780 series within a 32-bit virtual machine on a 64-bit system. This note describes the procedure for installing and running the hardware and software within a Windows 7 32-bit virtual machine on a 64-bit Windows system using VMware Player.
AP616	Copying Speedstack config files to preserve settings of your current installation Speedstack stores operating and configuration information between sessions. This application note describes the procedure for Speedstack users when copying an existing workspace to a new machine.
AP614	Speedstack package license feature matrix This note includes lists each Speedstack bundle, detailing the Speedstack feature plus its associated license feature(s)
AP613	Installing Polar's Atlas software This application note describes the installion procedure for the Polar Atlas software and the Tektronix DSA8300 Digital Signal Analyser.
AP612	Direct connection setup for Atlas and the Tektronix DSA8300 This application note describes setting up direct communication between Polar Atlas and the Tektronix DSA8300 when the host PC and the DSA8300 are not part of an existing network.
AP611	Network setup for Polar Atlas and Tektronix DSA8300 This application note describes setting up network communication between Polar Atlas and the Tektronix DSA8300 sampling oscilloscope in an existing company/workshop network.
AP610	Resetting the license path on 64-bit Windows, Vista or Windows 7 It may be necessary on occasions (for example, when renewing FlexNet licenses) to reset the license settings in the registry to clear old or invalid license paths. This note decribes the license path reset procedure if the software is running on 64-bit Windows, Vista or Windows 7.
AP608	Polar software versions This application note lists the current software component versions for all Polar software products.
AP607	Installing Polar node locked software The "node locked" versions of Polar software look for their license files on the machine containing the installed software. This application note outlines the installation process for licenses locked to the local ethernet address or USB or parallel keys.
AP606	Installing server and client license software for Polar software This application note describes a simple FlexNet server-side installation for Polar software (including Si8000m/Si9000e and Interface Module products that incorporate the Polar Impedance Calculation engine.)
AP605	System requirements for Polar software products This application note describes the PC system hardware and software requirements for installing Polar software products
AP604	Installing Polar software on Windows 64-bit versions This application note describes the procedure for installing the Polar software licensing system on a 64-bit Windows operating system.
AP602	Upgrading to Speedstack 2008 This application note outlines the prerequisites and procedures for upgrading from earlier versions of Speedstack to Speedstack 2008, safely backing up old Speedstack libraries and installing on client and server machines.
AP601	"Clock surfing" can break your license! This application note shows how significant alterations to your computer clock can prevent the FlexNet license manager from serving licenses for your Polar software.
AP600	Local language pack installation for Polar software How to install local language packs on Si8000m, Si9000e, Speedstack and CGen.
AP513	Installing Speedstack 2008 V3.20 as an upgrade Speedstack 2008 v3.2 includes parameter unit switching (between microns, mils, millimeters and inches). This note describes the upgrade and unit conversion processes when Speedstack 2008 v3.2 is started for new installations, upgrades from earlier versions and subsequent launches.
AP506	Converting SB200 v5 stackups to v6 This note outlines the process of converting SB200 v5.x library, stackup and project files to v6 format using the SB200 File Converter.
AP504	Upgrading to SB200 v6 This application note discusses upgrading from earlier versions of the SB200 – resetting configuration settings, backing up old libraries and converting version 5.x stackups.
AP502	Installing the SB200 Viewer Customers may request a free12 month licence for the SB200 Stackup viewer. This application note outlines the installation process for viewer licenses.
AP501	Installing the SB200 – evaluation version Customers may request a free time limited evaluation licence for the SB200 Stackup Design System for evaluation. This application note outlines the installation process for evaluation licenses.
AP500	Installing the SB200 – node locked version The "node locked" version of the SB200 looks for its license file on the machine containing the SB200 software. This application note outlines the installation process for licenses locked to the local ethernet address or USB or parallel keys.
AP183	FAQs / Hints and tips – FLEXlm licence installation Hints and tips and most frequently asked questions regarding installation of Polar software FLEXlm based licences.
AP181	Installing the 8000/9000 series – evaluation versions Customers may request a free time limited copy of the 8000/9000 series Field Solvers for evaluation. This application note outlines the installation process for evaluation licenses.
AP180	Installing the 8000/9000 series – node locked versions The "node locked" versions of the 8000/9000 series look for their license files on the machine containing the installed software. This application note outlines the installation process for licenses locked to the local ethernet address or USB or parallel keys.
AP177	Server and client side installation for floating licenses versions 2008 and earlier This application note describes a simple FLEXLm server-side installation for the Polar 8000/9000 series and Interface Module products incorporating the Polar Impedance Calculation engine.
Polarcare maintenance and support Top
Polarcare	Polarcare maintenance and support Technical support and software maintenance from Polar. Comprehensive PolarCare documentation is available in this pdf document.