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Using the RS1 Module with DriveExplorer™ Software
Setting Baud Rates and
Configuring the
Communications Port
Monitoring and Editing
Parameters
1. Before proceeding, the RS1 Module baud rate should be set as
desired and the module installed as explained in Chapter 3.
2. The PC serial port must now be configured using DriveExplorer.
A. Start DriveExplorer.
B. The Configure Comm Port window appears.
C. Select the communications port that your computer is using.
Next select the correct Baud Rate and Checksum Type – then
choose OK.
D. From the Explore menu, select Connect -> Local. A node will
appear in the left pane of the main DriveExplorer window
under "Devices."
Monitoring Parameters
To monitor parameters, double-click the drive in the left pane of the
main DriveExplorer window – drive parameters appear on the right.
Editing Parameters
1. Double-click the parameter name to display the edit dialog box.
Important: The edit dialog box will vary based on the type of value
that you are editing.
2. Edit the parameter as necessary. To retrieve the current parameter
value, select Read. To retrieve the factory default parameter value
choose Select Default.
3. Selecting Write updates the parameter value. Choose Close.
Important: In some cases the drive must be reset or power cycled
before changes take effect. Refer to your user manual.
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