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CT-2000 Instruction Manual
instrument via this terminal. The computer must have an RS-232 to RS-485 adaptor plugged into the
computer serial port. With the 3-wire connection in place, the network is capable of supporting up
to 16 instruments at cable distances up to a combined total of 4000 feet.
With three or more occupants or long distances, termination resistors may be added to enhance the
performance of network operations. Contact CANNON service for further assistance on more
extensive network configurations.
Commands, Queries & Responses
The protocol for the serial interface includes commands and queries sent by the master controlling
computer, and replies/responses sent by the CT-2000. The CT-2000 may also issue timed interval
reports automatically if configured to do so in the point-to-point mode (see
). In the polled
(multi-drop) mode, specific reports are only issued in response to a specific query.
All Commands or Queries must be preceded by the forward slash (/) and the selected address (0-9
or A-F). Commands are identified with the letter C and Queries are identified with the letter Q; these
identifiers follow the address and precede the command or query information. All Commands or
Queries must end with a carriage return (ENTER).
For examples of CT-2000 command and query language, consult Table 3 on the following pages.
Downloading Firmware
The CT-2000 is capable of receiving new operational instructions via either the RS-232 or RS-485
interface. If the CT-2000 firmware is updated and a new release is issued by Cannon Instrument
Company, a disk or link will be sent to the user along with instructions on how to perform this
upgrade.
A download push button is located on the rear panel of the CT-2000. Pressing and holding this
button for several seconds places the CT-2000 instrument in the download mode.
Note:
If the download button is pushed inadvertantly it may be necessary to
restart the CT-2000.
When the CT-2000 is in the download mode, the front LCD panel displays the version number for
the resident download hardware code and the operational firmware.
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