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5 SYNC Configuration
Layer N Smart Probe products are easily configured through Omega’s free SYNC configuration software. Ensure SYNC
is running on a Windows OS computer before continuing. Connect the SP-013 to the computer using your Layer N
Smart Interface to begin.
Note:
SYNC is available to download for free on the OMEGA website.
5.1
Connecting to SYNC - Automatic Detect
Once the SP-013 and Layer N Smart Interface are connected to the computer, SYNC will automatically detect the
probe and begin displaying readings.
Note:
If living readings from the SP-013 are displayed on SYNC, skip ahead to section
5.3 Input Configuration.
5.2
Connecting to SYNC – Manual
If SYNC does not automatically detect the device, follow these instructions to manually connect it.
Step 1:
Click on the
icon located on the top left of the SYNC interface.
Step 2:
Proceed through the
Add Device Wizard
and click
End Device / Probe
.
5.2.1 Communication Interface
Set the communication parameters for the Layer N Smart Interface that you are connecting to.
Note:
The connection type and parameters must be accurate for a proper connection to be
established. Failure to accurately setup communication parameters may result in
communication errors.
•
Connection Type:
Select the type of connection you have between your SP-013 and your computer.
•
Command Timeout:
The maximum time (in milliseconds) for a command to be completed before the command is
aborted.
Note:
The default command timeout is 500 milliseconds. It is recommended that this section be left alone to avoid
communication errors.
Figure 2: USB Communication Interface
Figure 3: USB Serial Communication Interface