# Connecting the device to the STpad cable adapter

1. Connect the STpad cable adapter to the STpad via USB cable.

2. In the Home page, tap Measuring Devices.

3. In the Measuring devices page, tap the STpad cable adapter connected to the device.

   The General category of the selected STpad cable adapter is automatically filled with information on the connected measuring device:

   - Name

   - Serial number

   - Firmware version

   - Notes: type notes on the measuring device.

   In the Connection category, configure the following parameter:

   - Connection type: not available. It is set to USB.

   - COM: not available.

   - Trace read: select one of the following options for the trace reading from the STpad cable adapter:

     - Always: the traces are always read.

     - NOK only: only NOK traces are read.

     - Never: the traces are never read.

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