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4.3 GDTdirect™ 3.x* 4 Programming
7. To obtain information about previous programs, scroll forwards and backwards in the list
with button 3, “Select eco program”, and button 5, “Select normal program”.
8. To finish scrolling and exit the list, press the STOP button 2.
4.3.2 Storing data on an external computer
To store complete operating data for the machine, it needs to be connected to an external
computer via a serial cable. Software is installed on the computer which gradually collects
and stores operating data from every wash program run.
For continuous storage, the computer has to be switched on and the documentation program
has to be active. Data is transferred and stored in the selected folder on the computer after
every program cycle. This program can be active without preventing the computer being
used for other purposes. It is also possible to download the last 100 programs by selecting
“Washer/Get all log data” if the computer has not been connected. Note: Duplicates may
appear in this mode.
4.3.3 Cable connection
1. Connect a serial RS-232 cable (straight) between the machine serial connector and the
computer’s serial port. Some machines will not be fitted with the cable. The cable can in
these cases be obtained as a spare part.
If the computer does not have a serial port, an USB/serial adapter can be used. For
information on what is suitable to a particular computer, contact an IT specialist. The
cable is connected to the D–sub 9-pole connector by the detergent junction box in the
machine.
2. The cable is then directly connected to a free COM port.
3. Check that the internal cable is connected in the machine’s electrical cabinet to the
J11 terminal on the PCB.
4.3.4 Program installation
The program can be supplied on a CD or by E-mail and is installed as follows:
1. Create a folder for the program on the hard drive. Use “Explorer” in the computer’s
office program.
2. Insert the CD and click the program file gdt-direct 3.x.zip on the CD. Save the files in the
folder on the hard drive.
3. Tip: a shortcut can be inserted on the desktop to make it easier to find when needed.
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