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HIT-4G HP-328
7. HIT-4 COMMUNICATION PROGRAM
Introduction
Hoffer’s HIT-4 Communication Program allows user to configure HIT-4
devices, monitor process variables, read data logs, and obtain diagnostic
information from the HIT-4.
The program can be run without HIT-4 device connected to view and
edit previously saved configuration files and data log files.
System Requirements
PC Windows XP, 7
Installation
Running the HIT-4 Communication Program
Connect HIT-4 device to a computer with either a RS-232 to RS-485 or
USB to RS-485 converter.
HIT-4 port settings:
Baud Rate = 9600
Data Bits = 8
Stop Bits = 1
Parity = none.
The port settings are automatically selected by the program.
To start communication with the HIT-4:
1. Open the program by clicking on the HIT-4 icon on the
desktop, or navigate the program file located at
C:\Program Files (x86)\Hoffer Flow Controls\HIT-4 and
double click on the file “Hit4Master.exe”. The “Com
Port” screen will appear.
2. Enter HIT-4 slave address.
3. Click on the “Connect” button to establish connection to
the HIT-4.
The connection status is displayed in the lower left corner.