Installing the ViewPoint Software and Communicating with the
PowerScout™ Meter
The ViewPoint software is designed to let you easily configure the PowerScout for different current
transformers, check readings, and verify correct setup. ViewPoint is compatible with Windows® 7 (32 or
64 bit), Windows® 8 Pro, Vista (32 or 64 bit), or XP.
Insert the ViewPoint CD into the CD-ROM drive.
The installer starts automatically. If it does not, browse to the CD and locate the ViewPointSetup.exe
program. Start the installer by double-clicking
ViewPointSetup.exe
.
C
OMMUNICATION
S
ETUP
ViewPoint can read information through a RS-485 isolated COM port or an Ethernet connection
(PS 3
Plus
only). When the RS-485 connection is selected a base address is required (the base address is
the rotary switch settings). When the Ethernet connection is selected an IP address is required. The
screen display changes based on your connection selection. The Communications screen displays the RS-
485 connection as the default when
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is the selected meter.
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