8. CONNECTING THE INSTRUMENT TO A PC
8.1. CONNECTING BY OPTICAL/USB CABLE C2006
The connection between instrument and PC is realized by means C2006
cable.
In order to transfer the data onto a PC it is necessary to install the
management software Topview in advance and the drivers of cable C2006
on the PC itself.
Before connecting, it is necessary to select the port to be used and the right
baud rate (57600 bps) on the PC. To set these parameters, start the
TopView software and refer to the program's on-line help.
The selected port must not be engaged by other devices or applications,
e.g. a mouse, a modem, etc.
Optical port emits invisible LED radiations. Do not bring the beam at eye
level. Class 1M LED apparatus according to IEC/EN 60825-1
To transfer the saved data to the PC, keep to the following procedure:
1. Switch on the instrument by pressing ON/OFF key
2. Connect the instrument to the PC via the provided optical/USB cable C2006.
3. Press ESC/MENU key to open the main menu.
4. By means of arrow keys (,) select the item "PC Connection" to access the PC
mode section and confirm with ENTER
5. The below screen is displayed by the meter:
6. Use data management software TopView to transfer the content of the instrument
memory to the PC (see on-line help of this software for all details)
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Modules
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Data Recall
MEM
PC Connection
PC
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