Allen-Bradley 1203-SSS, User Manual

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Configuring the Serial Converter
Using DriveExplorer
With DriveExplorer software, you can edit parameters in both the serial
converter and the connected SCANport product. DriveExplorer Lite is
shipped with converter. It is a free, limited-featured version of
DriveExplorer.
DriveExplorer Lite Quick Start
This section is designed to help users start using DriveExplorer Lite. If
you are unsure how to complete a step, refer to the online help (select
Help > Help Topics) or the DriveExplorer User Manual, Publication
9303-5.0, which is included on the CD.
Figure 3.1 DriveExplorer
Step Action
1 Select Explore > Configure Communication. Select the communications port
and baud rate that you are using. Select either checksum and accept the default
time for the time-out.
2 Select Explore > Connect > Local. A node eventually appears under Devices.
3 In the left pane, click the + signs to expand the tree. Click the SCANport product
or converter to display its parameters in the right pane. Double-click a parameter
to edit it.
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