Transferring Configuration Files - Lexicon DC-1 Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

Digital Controllers and Receivers
Preserving User Settings
The Configuration Tool installation and configuration file transfer
processes will preserve user settings, except under the circum-
s t a n c e s l is t e d b e l o w. B e f o r e i n s t a l li n g o r o p e r a t i n g t h e
Configuration Tools program, create an archive of user settings
using the Installation Worksheets found in the Appendix section of
the component's user manual. This will expedite the reconfigu-
ration of the component in the event that user settings are not
preserved.
The installation and file transfer processes will preserve user
settings UNLESS:
• The computer hard drive does not contain the 312kB of available
hard drive space required to load the Configuration Tool program.
• A communication error occurs when files are sent to the
component or computer. Communication errors may occur if the
serial extension cable is disconnected, the component or the
computer is powered off, or the computer experiences a problem.
Note:
The Configuration Tool program is designed to preserve configuration file
transfers during serial communication failures. But, certain factors such as
cable type, cable length, and environmental conditions sometimes cause
communication failures. If this occurs, attempt the file transfer again. If
problems persist, contact Lexicon Customer Service at 781-280-0300 or
go to www.lexicon.com.
Configuration Tool Instructions

TRANSFERRING CONFIGURATION FILES

When installed, the configuration tool can be used to transfer the
current component configuration to a computer or to transfer a
configuration stored on a computer to a component.
Note:
It is recommended that the component not be used for normal
operation during file transfers.
Transfer current configuration to a computer:
1. Exit all computer programs.
2. Power off the component with the rear panel power switch.
3. Connect the male end of the serial extension cable to the RS-232
connector labeled 1 on the component rear panel.
4. Connect the female end of the serial extension cable to the
appropriate connector on the computer.
If this is a USB connector, a USB-to-serial port adapter is
required. Refer to "Making Connections" on page 1 for
additional information.
5. Power on the component with the rear panel power switch.
6. When the component completes its initialization sequence,
double-click the
Configuration
The "Configuration" window displays.
7. Press the "Get Config" button to transfer the current component
configuration to the computer.
8. The "Save As" window displays. Click Browse to select a hard
drive location in which to save the configuration file, then select a
name for the configuration file.
icon on the computer desktop.
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