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MP500/4N-8-16 Programming
8 - PROGRAMMING VIA COMPUTER
This chapter illustrates how to program the system using a computer running Hi-Connect.
IMPORTANT!
Some programming procedures via computer are not EN50131 compliant.
8.1
PROGRAMMING METHODS
The control panel can be programmed via computer in three ways:
Local:
The PC is connected to the control panel via a USB port.
Remote:
The PC is connected to the control panel via a model with telephone line. This type of connection can also
be used for maintenance and remote system maintenance.
Postponed:
The system is programmed at the workshop and stored on a USB key to transfer it to the control panel.
8.2
PREREQUISITES
8.2.1
Hardware prerequisites for data transfer
Appropriate interfaces or supplementary devices are needed for connecting the PC to the control panel or for simply transferring data.
The following table lists the necessary equipment according to the required connection.
Connection or transfer type
Programming
Material needed
Local
Remote
Postponed
Via USB port
■
Control panel: IT-USB kit (complete with USB cable)
Via PSTN telephone line
■
Control panel: PSTN interface
PC: Modem
Via GSM line
■
Control panel: IMG500/N module
PC: Modem
Data from USB flash drive
■
Control panel: Interface for USB flash drive - IT USB/KEY
PC: USB flash drive
See the
Installation Manual
for more information.
8.2.2
Personal computer requirements
Personal computer minimum configuration:
Pentium IV processor
256 MB Ram minimum
1,8 Ghz CPU
80 GB Hard Disk
Windows 2000 /XP Service Pack 2 / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 8.1 / Windows 10
CD ROM reader
available serial port or USB port
8.2.3
Software requirements
Hi-Connect - rev. 3.50 or higher.
8.2.4
Enabling requirements
Access via PC does not need to be enabled in advance for programming via USB interface.
Access via computer must be enabled (see
User Manual
) only in case of remote programming.
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