Chapter 3: Setup Software; Introduction; Connection; Software Installation - B&B Electronics RS-232 Baud Rate Converter CE 232BRC Product Manual

Chapter 3: SETUP SOFTWARE

Introduction

The 232BRC comes with simple setup software for configuring
the A and B ports. The software can run on any PC compatible
computer using Microsoft Windows 95, 98, NT, or 2000 operating
system.
Once the ports are configured, all parameters are saved in non-
volatile memory so the 232BRC can be powered down and used
anywhere without the loss of configuration data. Configurations can
also be saved to a file for setting up more than one 232BRC to the
same configuration.

Connection

A serial (COM) port of the computer should be connected to Port
A of the 232BRC. If the computer's serial port is a 9 pin D-sub, a
straight through connection cable is required. If the computer's serial
port is a 25 pin D-sub, the cable should be an XT to AT adapter
cable such as B&B's model 232CAMR, or a cable that would
normally be used with a modem. See Appendix A for a complete set
of connection tables to the 232BRC ports.
Remove the screws (4) on the bottom of the 232BRC with a
Phillips screwdriver. Remove the top cover. Install the setup jumper
marked JP1. See Figure 3.1 diagram of the PCBD. Power up the
232BRC with the setup jumper installed to put the unit in setup
mode. NOTE: The setup software cannot recognize the
connected unit if the setup jumper is not installed or if the
jumper is installed after the 232BRC is powered up.
Figure 3.1 Setup Jumper Location
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Software Installation

The setup software for the 232BRC must be installed on your
hard drive before it can be run. All directions assume the 3.5" floppy
drive is assigned to drive A. If your drive is assigned another drive
name, replace that name for A in the instructions. To install on your
hard drive follow these steps:
Place the 232BRC setup disk #1 in floppy drive A.
Select RUN from the Windows START menu.
Type A:\SETUP and click OKAY.
Follow the instructions in the Installation program.

Software Uninstall

To remove the 232BRC setup software, follow these steps:
Select SETTINGS, CONTROL PANEL from the Windows
START menu.
Double Click ADD/REMOVE PROGRAMS
Select 232BRC SETUP from the list of installed programs.
Click the ADD/REMOVE button to remove the software
components.
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