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FC-21 Flow Computer
11. Flow Computer Setup Software
The FC-21 setup program provides for configuring, monitoring and controlling a FC-
21 unit.
Sample applications are stored in disk files. The setup program calls these
Templates . You can store the setup from the program's memory to either the FC-21
( Downloading the file) or to a disk file ( Saving the file) for later usage. Similarly you
can load the setup in program memory from either a disk file ( Opening a file) or from
the FC-21 unit (Up loading a file).
The program can monitor outputs from the unit while it is running.
The program can reset alarms and totalizers.
For assistance there are mini-helps at the bottom of each screen in the program.
There is also context sensitive help available for each screen accessible by pressing
the F1 key.
11.1 System Requirements:
IBM PC or compatible with 386 or higher class microprocessor
4 MB RAM
3 MB free disk space
VGA or higher color monitor at 640 x 480
Microsoft
Communication Port - RS-232
RS-232 Cable
11.2 Cable and Wiring Requirements:
The serial communication port on your PC is either a 25 pin or 9 pin connector. No
cabling is supplied with the setup software. A cable must be purchased separately or
made by the user. It is recommended to purchase a modem cable which matches
the available communication port on you PC and a 9 pin male connection for the FC-
21 serial port.
11.3 Installation for Windows™ 3.1 or 3.11
The Setup Software includes an installation program which copies the software to
your hard drive.
Insert Setup Disk 1 in a floppy drive.
In the Program Manager, click File, and then select Run.
Type the floppy drive letter followed by a colon (:) and a backslash (\), and the word
setup. For Example:
Follow the instructions on your screen.
®
Windows™ 3.1 or 3.11 or Windows 95™
NOTE:
For Windows 95™ Click the Start button, select Run and proceed
as follows:
a:\setup
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