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MA 238
i
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9
Configuration
The MA 238
i
is configured using the ESI file via the device manager of the control. The connected device
is normally configured via the service interface of the MA with the help of a suitable configuration program.
The respective configuration programs – e.g. for bar code readers the BCL-Config, for RFID devices the
RF-Config etc. – and the associated documentation are provided on the Leuze home page www.leuze.com
in the download area.
Figure 9.1: Configuration options
9.1
Connecting the service interface
The RS 232 service interface is connected after opening the device cover of the MA 238
i
via the 9-pin Sub-
D and a cross-wired null modem cable (RxD/TXD/GND). For connection, see chapter "Service interface
(internal)" on page 25.
The service interface is activated with the help of the service switch and establishes a direct connection to
the connected device with the "DEV" (Leuze device) or "MA" (gateway) setting.
9.2
Reading out information in Service mode
After starting up in the "RUN" switch position, set the service switch of the MA to the "MA" position.
Now start one of the following terminal programs: e.g., BCL, RF, BPS Config.
Alternatively, you can also use the Windows tool "Hyperterminal".
Start the program.
Select the correct COM port (e.g., COM1) and set the interface as follows:
NOTE
In order to display the help texts, a PDF viewer program (not included in the scope of delivery)
must also be installed. For important information on configuring and on the configurable func
-
tions, please refer to the description of the respective device.
List of supported objects
Configurable
Tx and Rx process data objects
