7.4.5 Communication Test
This function tests the communication with the external devices connected to COM.0 port and Ethernet port.
Selecting a Port
1
. Select "TOOL" > "Setting Help".
The Setting Help menu appears.
2
. Select "Communication Test".
The Communication Test window appears.
3.
Select a port to carry out communication test in
"Select Port".
After you select a port, PV500 can receive commands
from the external device.
Receive and Send Test of Command
1
. Select a port in the Communication test window
and send a command from the external device.
The received command is displayed in "Input" field. To
clear "Input" field, press the "Clear" button.
2
. Tilt the ENTER key up/down to select "Output".
A software keyboard is displayed.
3
. Enter characters, such as response to a command
and output data, to output to the external device.
4.
Tilt the ENTER key up/down to select "Send".
The entered characters are sent to the external device
from the specified port. Check if the device receives
them correctly.
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