PerkinElmer Photovac 2020, Manual

Page: 94 / 190

2020 Software Manual
92
NOTE: As newer versions of HyperTerminal and Windows are released,
the exact names and contents of dialog boxes may change. Use
these instructions as a general guideline.
To initiate communications between 2020 and Windows:
1. Turn 2020 off.
NOTE: You must turn the instrument off before connecting or
disconnecting the printer cable.
2. 2020 must be connected to a serial port. Use the printer cable
(Part No. MX350011) to connect 2020 to one of the
computer’s serial ports. Remember which serial port you are
using as you will need this information when you set up
HyperTerminal. Normally you will use Com1 or Com2.
3. If the 2020 printer cable plugs directly into the port on the
computer without the gender changer or the 9 to 25 pin
adapter, you are most probably connected to a parallel port.
You will need at least one of the adapter cables to connect
2020 to a serial port. To communicate with a parallel port, you
will need to use the serial to parallel converter (Part No.
MX380145).
4. Once all connections have been made, turn on the computer
and the instrument.
5. Start Windows and then start the HyperTerminal.
HyperTerminal will most likely be in the may be in the
Accessories Program Group. Its location will depend on how
you have set up Windows. Refer to your Windows
documentation for details.
6. HyperTerminal may prompt you to connect a modem. You do
not need a modem for this application, so press No, to close the
pop up window.
7. The Connection Description dialog box will open. Enter the
instrument name and select an icon. If you choose to save the