Leica Tc 407 Driver 〈2026 Edition〉

Connecting a legacy total station like the (part of the TPS400 series) to a modern computer requires specific software and drivers to bridge the gap between serial-based hardware and modern USB ports. This guide covers finding the right driver, setting up the connection, and managing data transfers. 1. Identifying the Driver You Need

Locate the device (often listed as "FT232R" or "USB Serial Port") under Other Devices Ports (COM & LPT) Right-click the device and select Update Driver Browse my computer for drivers

In Device Manager, right-click your USB controllers, go to Properties, and uncheck "Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power."

Connectivity is managed through Leica-specific office software, which acts as the interface for the driver's COM port: LEICA TC 407 driver

Do not plug the USB cable into your computer before installing the software.

If you use a Leica USB cable or a USB-to-RS232 adapter recommended by Leica, follow these steps:

Connecting this instrument to a modern PC requires a specialized data transfer cable: Connecting a legacy total station like the (part

Identify the brand of your USB-to-Serial adapter (e.g., Sabrent, Trendnet, Tripp Lite). Download the driver provided by that specific manufacturer.

Here are the most reliable sources and methods for obtaining the necessary software.

Connecting this device to modern PCs requires a hardware-to-software bridge: Identifying the Driver You Need Locate the device

Once the driver is active, you must align the communication settings on both your PC software (such as Leica Geo Office, Survey Office, or Carlson Survey) and the Leica TC 407 instrument. If these settings do not match exactly, data transfer will fail. Recommended Comms Parameters: 9600 or 19200 (Ensure both sides match) Data Bits: 8 Stop Bits: 1 Parity: None Flow Control: Hardware (RTS/CTS) or None Setting up the Leica TC 407 Instrument: Turn on the TC 407. Navigate to Menu > Settings > Communication . Set the Port to GSI or Ext. Interface .

The name (e.g., Leica Geo Office, Civil 3D)

Right-click the Windows Start menu and select . Expand the Ports (COM & LPT) section.

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