Connecting Computer And Microprocessor; Figure 5−4 Reefermanager & Reports Connection - Carrier VECTOR 6500 Operation & Service Manual

a. ReeferManager
ReeferManager enables the user to do the following:
S Monitor in real-time via the download port (an RS-232
connection) the current status of the microprocessor
inputs, outputs, refrigeration, electrical, engine and
temperature sensors and alarms.
S Record sensor data to a file for diagnostic purposes.
S Download microprocessor and DataLink data record-
er data via serial port communications directly to the
computer.
S Display, edit and send unit model number, unit serial
number and trailer ID to the microprocessor.
S Display, edit and send Functional Parameters and
Configuration settings to the microprocessor and
DataLink data recorder or to a PC Card.
S Write hour meter values to replacement micropro-
cessors (during the first 25 hours).
S Initiate Pretrip and Defrost operations.
S Support Download, Configuration and Program PC
Card operations.
S Provide a security log on system controlled by a Sys-
tem Administrator.
b. Reports
The Reports Program enables the user to do the
following:
S Read .DCX download files from the Advance micro-
processor
S Create various customized reports that include set
point, sensors, and events
S Create various customized graphical reports
S Print numerical, graphical, and event reports
S View and print refrigeration system historical settings
and changes
S Filter download data by date range and desired
sensors and events
S Search for a sensor or event of interest
S Synchronize multiple graphical and numerical win-
dows to better understand historical operation
S PC Setup enables the user to select how to display
various parameters for use in the graph and text win-
dow.
S Easily adjust x and y axis and color scheme to accom-
modate various data
S Export data to a spreadsheet friendly format such as
MS Excel.
Beginning with
03.08.00, USB to RS-232 adapter cables are
supported for communication between the PC
and the Download connector. The USB –
RS232 program must be installed from the
CD-ROM, and the instructions that are included
with the CD-ROM must be followed to success-
fully assign the USB driver to the correct USB
port on the PC that will be used for the serial
connection. Refer to bulletin SER09-033 for fur-
ther information.
c. Connecting Computer and Microprocessor:
To connect the microprocessor and computer:
a. Locate the serial download port (item 14, Figure 2−3)
remove the protective plug to gain access to the wire
terminals.
b. Plug a download cable into the download port and
computer connection (see Figure 5−4). Once the
cable is connected to the download port, the micro-
processor will power up, and display "PC MODE"
c. Start the ReeferManager & Reports program by
double clicking on the icon on your computer desktop.
For complete instructions on using ReeferManager &
Reports, refer to manual 62-10889.
d. When work is complete, remove the download cable.
The microprocessor will return to normal operation.
DOWNLOAD CABLE
P/N 22-01737-00 (6' LONG)
OR
P/N 22-01737-04 (20' LONG)
Figure 5−4 ReeferManager & Reports Connection
5−7
NOTE
Reefer Manger version
62-11389