Promax HD Ranger Lite, User Manual

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July 2015
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ANNEX 4 REMOTE CONTROL COMMANDS
A4.1
Introduction
The design of
HD
RANGER
Lite
based on a microprocessor, allows data to be
exchanged between the equipment and a remote controller (usually a personal
computer) via USB. By this way, data can be obtained from the equipment and
also control it remotely. These data can be stored and subsequently processed
for use in maintenance work. Furthermore, the remote control allows tracking
and monitoring installations.
A4.2
Protocol for communication between the HD
RANGER
Lite and a
PC
This protocol is controlled by software and is using a virtual serial port over an
USB interface. Data and information are exchanged using messages consisting of
ASCII alphanumerical characters. This method ensures easy carrying between
different types of personal computers.
To activate the virtual serial port, a special driver must be installed. The driver is
included with the purchased instrument.
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Connections
The cable between the HD
RANGER
Lite and the PC is supplied with the
equipment.
You need at least Windows XP to work with
HD
RANGER
Lite
. Drivers only
work for Windows operative systems. What drivers do is to create a virtual COM
port, so the software application can “see” the equipment.