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Downloading from a computer
Up and downloading via Modem and Computer (EasyLoad DOS version 3.50)
EasyLoad
Introduction
The remote up and download feature enables fast and simple programming of
EasyLoad
panels.
Programming tables, codes and other features may be up & downloaded from an onsite PC (DOS
Mode, 386 or higher) by using an AV-232 adapter cable, or via telephone using a modem and
‘EasyLoad’ software. ‘EasyLoad’ is compatible with DOS, Windows 95/98 and Windows XP.
To program EasyLoader control panel by remote PC, a compatible modem required. The modem
specifications is critical, before attempting to operate the EasyLoader make sure your modem
meet the following: Supports the Hayes AT command, Bell 103 compatible, DOS mode is
selectable.
EasyLoad
software supports most modems manufactured after 1994, including: US Robotics,
Hayes, Viva, Boca, Microcom, Netcom Roadster 288, Acer 336, PCMIA 3 com 3CCM156B,
Motorola Lifestyle 28.8, Dataplex Multispeed V.32bis, Netcom Smart modem 56, Acer AME-
MU00, ABC 56K V.90, and other Hayes and Bell 103 compatible modems.
Installing
EasyLoad
on your Computer
Insert the
EasyLoad
diskette in the floppy drive A (or B) and type ‘A:’ (or ‘B:’). At prompter
‘A:>‘ type ‘AVGAD217’ (AVGAD217 is the file name). The installation program will guide you,
and will install
EasyLoad
automatically by creating a new directory on your hard drive, called
AVGAD, or a name of your choice.
To start your EasyLoad: at the prompt ‘C:\AVGAD>‘ type ‘ESAV’.
Important! The most current updates and
EasyLoad
features are in the READ ME file.
Read it carefully before using the EasyLoad.
Factory default access code is AVGAD123. Change it when installed. Update it periodically.
The first time you run the program, missing “Files Message” displayed (the database), answer
‘Yes’ to create them.
The main
EasyLoad
menu contains seven selectable fields. Enter those fields by using the
navigation arrows on your keyboard, or by typing the field number.
Using a mouse is highly recommended. The keyboard can also be used to navigate through the
fields, e.g. Move from field to field using arrows (when possible), the TAB key (forward), SHIFT
+ TAB (backward), ALT key + Highlighted letter. Confirm input in text fields by hitting the
ENTER (return) key. In the main menus, you may type the highlighted digits for fast access.
Step 1: Configuring your Modem
Configure your communication port using the SET-UP entry from the main menu (entry 7).
For DOS modems the required COM/IRQ combinations are:
COM1, COM3 - IRQ 4
COM2, COM4 - IRQ 3
