Get Started; Establish A Connection With The Rtms Hardware - Image Sensing Systems RTMS G4 User Manual

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Get Started

Windows may disable the COM port if port activity is detected during
the boot process. DO NOT connect the RTMS to the COM port before
Windows startup is complete.
Caution
When the hardware installation is complete, getting started with the RTMS software is a three-
part process:
1. Establish Physical Connection: power up computer and connect computer to RTMS
hardware via appropriate cable.
2. Establish Data Connection: establish an active data connection with the RTMS hardware.
3. Establish Traffic Detection: configure traffic detection parameters and begin detection.
While configuring your system, use the three-part list shown above to create your own task list
and gauge your progress.

Establish a Connection with the RTMS Hardware

Once the hardware is installed, you must establish a data connection between the RTMS
hardware and a computer running the RTMS software. To establish a connection between the
RTMS hardware and software:
1. Connect the RTMS hardware to an already-running personal computer.
2. With the RTMS sensor powered and connected to the PC, click the WINRTMS.EXE icon
to launch the RTMS Setup Utility program.
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While trying to establish communications, WinRTMS looks for a single sensor that
matches the current settings (address, communication rate).
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If successful in establishing communications, WinRTMS displays setup options on the
Main Screen.
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If unsuccessful, WinRTMS performs a scan for various baud rates to find the correct
one. This might take a few minutes.
3. If unable to establish communications, WinRTMS opens the Communications Screen to
allow you to direct a search for the RTMS.
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See the Troubleshooting Guide for additional suggestions.
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Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is not installed.
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RTMS is not powered.
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RTMS is not connected to the PC.
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RTMS connection cable is faulty.
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Wrong COM port is selected.
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Communication of RTMS is IP.
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Tx & Rx lines are crossed.
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COM port is being used by another program.
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