Gill Instruments Ltd
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MaxiMet
Page 27
Issue 3
Doc. No. 1957-PS-021
May 2018
4.12.
Set-Up Requirements
4.12.1 Host System
Note:
The default delivery output communication setting of MaxiMet output is RS232 with the COMMS
interface setting set for RS232.
Use an RS232 to USB converter e.g. Gill Part No. 1957-10-065, 1.8m configuration cable fitted with 9-way
MaxiMet connector and with integral 5V USB connector power for MaxiMet (see para 4.1.2).
If an install driver is required for this cable it can be obtained from the supplied CD or downloaded from:
http://www.ftdichip.com/FTDrivers.htm
Alternatively, use:
An RS232 to USB adaptor or equivalent, for example EasySynch part ES-U-1001-A (if not using Gill
part 1957-10-065), or connect directly to an RS232 COM port
A PC running Windows software up to and including Windows 10 and with an internal or external
interface compatible with the output from the MaxiMet
A power supply, 5V to 30V DC at 200mA, if not using the Gill Instruments Configuration cable
A 3 pair cable e.g. Belden 9503 (if not using Gill part 1723-10-051), length as required, if not using
the Gill Instruments Configuration cable.
4.12.2 Software
Gill MetSet Software used as a configuration tool (supplied on MaxiMet CD), will run on PCs with up to and
including Windows 10 and can be downloaded free from:
http://www.gillinstruments.com/main/software.html
4.12.3 Bench System Test
The CD supplied in the MaxiMet box contains a copy of the manual and relevant software to check and set
up the MaxiMet unit.
Prior to physically mounting the MaxiMet in its final location, we strongly recommend that a bench system
test be carried out to confirm the system is configured correctly, is fully functional and electrically
compatible with the selected host system and cabling (preferably utilising the final cable length). The
required data format, units, output rate, and other options should also all be configured at this stage.
Connect the MaxiMet to a PC wired as per RS232 connections in para 4.6.
Alternatively use a Gill Configuration cable, Gill Part No. 1957-10-065, with a 9-way connector fitted on one
end and USB converter at the other end if required to simplify set up between MaxiMet and a PC.
Open the Gill MetSet software provided to read, check or change settings as per para 6.2.
Use MetSet to view the data string and confirm that the Status field reads 0000.
4.13.
Packaging
Whilst the MaxiMet is being moved to its installation site, the unit should be kept in its packaging. Retain
the packaging for test bench testing or if the unit has to be moved or returned to Gill Instruments.
