AethLabs has released a new version of the microAethCOM PC software to better support Windows 8.

microAethCOM v2.1.1.0 has the following changes:

• Improved support for Windows 8.0
• Bug fixes for USB communications in Windows 8
• Updated USB driver for use in Windows 8

AE51 FlowCal v2.1.2.0 is included and has been released to improve support for performing flow calibration on Windows 8.

These new versions of the software are both compatible with firmware PS706.

These releases build on the previous release of microAethCOM (v2.1.0.1) and firmware PS706 announced in November.

microAethCOM v2.1.0.1 included the following improvements:

• Support for microAeth Model AE51 firmware PS706. AethLabs recommends updating your instrument firmware to PS706 for new features and improved performance.
• Data files can now be downloaded in either .DAT or .CSV filetypes to a disk location of the user's choosing.
• Instrument status codes are now displayed in bottom left hand corner of the main screen in human readable text if detected.
• Improved USB communications when used in conjunction with firmware PS706. Instrument startup and shutdown are detected in the microAethCOM console when used with firmware PS706.
• User interface has been simplified with instrument information shown on main page along with real-time graph.
• Data log is automatically deleted when an instrument is disconnected.
• Auto startup and shutdown options are no longer included in the microAethCOM application.

You must first either log in to or sign up for a free account at the AethLabs website to download the software. Once you are logged in, you can get more information and download the release here.