Steps To Ensure Reliable I.r Communication; Communications Set-Up - Thermo Scientific Odalog L2 Series User Manual

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communications as more portable devices are utilising this technology. As a result, the possibility of
interference between devices is increasing, and precautions should be taken to ensure that
communications between the OdaLog and PC are reliable and trouble-free.
Conditions that have the potential to disrupt OdaLog® to computer communications are:
 Infra-Red ports built-in to the PC/Laptop or connected to any nearby computers should disabled.
 Infra-Red ports on organisers, phones, modems, etc., that have been activated or are in use.
 Infra-Red ports on printers.
 Strong light sources near the OdaLog during communications
 Infra-Red remote-control devices from TVs, air conditioners, etc.
Note: The OdaLog® is only susceptible to communication interference when placed into "IrDA" mode.
No other device or source of Infra-Red interference can affect the OdaLog® if the user has not
placed the OdaLog® into the "IrDA" mode.

6.8.4. Steps to ensure reliable I.R communication.

 Position the OdaLog® correctly with respect to the Infrared Data Communication Link, as shown
in Figure 9.
 If you are using a computer with an Infra-Red port attached (other than the Infrared Data
Communication Link used with the OdaLog®), disable this port to prevent any Infra-Red
transmissions from it.
 Ensure that other devices with Infra-Red ports (phones, other computers, organisers, etc.) within
about 10 metres of the OdaLog® do not have their Infra-Red ports activated.
 Ensure that strong light sources are not directed onto the OdaLog® while the instrument is in
"IrDA" mode.
 When changing the configuration of the OdaLog® using the OdaStat-G™ software package, always
read back the settings from the OdaLog® after they have been changed to ensure they have been
received correctly.
Note: In severe cases of Infra-Red interference, the OdaLog® may stop responding. If this occurs,
contact your nearest OdaLog® distributor or service centre for advice on restoring normal
operation to the OdaLog®.
While some infrared ports (laptops mainly) are compatible with the OdaLog, due to the variation in
manufacturers, drivers and communication protocols, users often experience issues connecting
and/or downloading reliably. For this reason, Thermo Fisher strongly recommends that users only
attempt to connect to the OdaLog via the IR device supplied by us. Only advanced users should
attempt to use inbuilt IR ports. If difficulties arise, ensure the inbuilt IR adapter is disabled, and
revert to using the provided adapter.

6.8.5. Communications Set-up

 If using a USB-based IR adapter, ensure the drivers are installed BEFORE connecting the device.
 Connect the IrDA device to your PC and install the OdaStat-G™ software package.
P/N: 10-1000
Using In-built IrDA Devices
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