Minolta CA-100PLUS -, Instruction Manual

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3. Communicating with PC via USB
The USB cable can be connected/disconnected even if the power to the instrument is ON. However, in this manual,
the power must be turned OFF before connecting the USB cable.
[Connecting Method]
1
. Set the POWER switch to OFF.
2
. Connect the USB cable to the USB port on the in-
strument.
3
. Check that the USB cable’s plug is fully inserted and
connected firmly.
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When disconnecting the USB cable, pull it by holding the plug. Never
pull the cable by its cord.
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Pay attention to the shape of the USB cable’s plug and make sure that
the correct USB plug is connected to the USB port on the instrument.
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If the computer has two or more USB ports, the USB cable can be
connected to any of them.
<Notes on Communication via USB>
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One computer cannot control more than two instruments (i.e. only one instrument can be controlled by one
computer).
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If you want to control more than two instruments from one computer, connect them via RS-232C. It is not
possible for one computer to control one instrument via USB and another instrument via RS-232C.
4. Remote Measurement
In remote measurement mode, the instrument is controlled from the computer.
[Operating Procedure]
1
. Press the REMOTE key.
The REMOTE lamp will light up, indicating the instrument is ready for remote measurement (i.e. ready for
communication via RS-232C).
1
USB port
USB cable
RS-232C cable or USB cable
REMOTE lamp
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