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Step 3: Run utility software in host computer
Together with the ADAM-4500 you will find a utility disk containing an ADAM4500.EXE file. This file is a
menu-driven software utility provided for downloading user's programs. It uses a screen simulating
operation of the ADAM-4500 communication controller. When the file is executed, the main screen
appears, as shown in figure 2.3.
Figure 2-3: Main Screen
Setup COM port
First, highlight the "COMport" option on the top bar and press <enter>. The status field (shown below)
will appear. Second, highlight the COM port you used to connect the ADAM-4500 to the PC, then press
<enter>. The Baudrate is set to a default value of 57600 bps and cannot be changed. The screen is as
shown in figure 2.4.