Easi-V Software - Parker ViX250IM User Manual

5. EASI-V SOFTWARE 95

5. Easi-V Software
Computer Requirements
To be able to run Easi-V software, necessary for the control and programming of the ViX,
you will require an IBM™ compatible PC running Windows 95/98/2000/XP™, NT4 or ME.
The PC needs to be specified to run Windows™ with at least 16MB of RAM, a VGA monitor,
Windows™ compatible mouse, CDROM drive. The installed program size is approximately
1.3MB. Easi-V is supplied on a CD or may be downloaded free of charge from our Website
(www.parker-eme.com).
Serial Link Lead
You will need a 2-wire plus ground lead which has the Rx and Tx wires crossed over.
Wiring details are given in the Electrical Installation section.
Note: The information contained within this section applies to Easi-V software version 2.0 or
greater. If you have an earlier version of Easi-V software please request the latest version
from Parker using the contact numbers given at the beginning of this user guide or
download a copy from our web-site
(www.parker-eme.com).
Establish Communications
Before attempting communication with the drive the supplied software needs to be installed
on to the PC's internal hard disk drive. Once software installation is complete, commands
can be downloaded from the PC to the drive to confirm its operation. If Easi-V has already
been loaded you may skip the following Installation and Operation sections up to
Confirming Drive Operation.
Compatibility of EASIV
Always use the latest version of Easi-V, available from our web-site or supplied with the
product.
Software Installation
Before attempting to install the EASI-V software supplied with your drive check that your PC
meets the requirements previously defined under Computer Requirements.
Easi-V software is supplied on a CDROM or can be downloaded from the Parker website
and installs in the usual manner common to Window™ applications.