IPG YLR Series, User Manual

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YLR-SERIES USER GUIDE
IPG PHOTONICS | PULSE SHAPING SOFTWARE OPTION 53
Computer Configuration Procedure
Both Ethernet and Serial communications require you to configure the communication protocols of your
computer in order to connect to the Laser via a PC.
Ethernet Configuration Option
The following procedure assumes that the user is already familiar with operating their
respective laser. In addition, it is strongly recommended that you review all safety and operational
procedures before proceeding.
1. Connect PC to the Laser using crossover cable.
2. Manually configure the Local Area Connection settings for Ethernet (refer to Table 12).
3. Start the PSG application (PSG.exe).
4. Click Session->Ethernet
5. Enter the IP address of the laser, then click Connect
6. Ensure the connection is successful, and the status is displayed in the Connection indicator:
IP:<Current IP>~Good~
Serial Communication Port Configuration Option
The following procedure assumes that the user is already familiar with operating their
respective laser. In addition, it is strongly recommended that you review all safety and operational
procedures before proceeding.
1. Connect serial RS-232 cable from PC Host to the Laser.
2. Click Session->Serial Port
3. Enter the Com port the is attached to the laser, then click Connect
4. Ensure the connection is successful, and the status is displayed in the Connection indicator:
Port:<COMx>~Good~