Selectronic SP PRO 2i Series, Instruction Manual

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SP LINK | Using SP LINK
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Doc #OI0005 Rev26 2020
For Modem connections, select the PC COM port that
the modem is connected to. Enter the Modem Phone
Number. This is the number that SP LINK will dial when
you select Connect. Modem Initialisation can be left
blank when using Selectronic supplied modems but may
be required for other modem types.
Consult the modem supplier if unsure.
Modem - Remote dial-up connection.
Use Serial connection Type when using a RS232 serial
connection or as an alternative to a USB connection.
Once all cables are connected and in place, press Find
SP PRO - this will search through all PC ports and find
the connected SP PRO and set connection parameters.
This Option was previously called Direct.
Use Wireless when connecting via a RS232 wireless
device. This setting operates similar to Serial but allows
for the extra delays normally present in a wireless link
Serial - Local connection.
SP LINK will automatically detect and list all
SP PRO inverters plugged into the PC via their USB
ports. Select the appropriate SP PRO and click the
CONNECT button.
USB - Local connection.
Select USB when connecting via a Wireless Zigbee device.
The ATEN or Belkin USB to serial adaptors may also be connected using the USB option. In this case SP LINK
will Automatically switch to Serial on connection to the SP PRO and save to the Site File.
NOTE - An alternative method for connecting to USB devices is selecting the Serial Connection Type then:
• Unplug the USB lead from the computer running SP LINK. Leave it plugged into the SP PRO.
• Select Serial Connection Type and note the available COM ports.
• Plug the USB lead back into the computer and wait until a new COM port appears in the list.
• Select the new COM port and click the CONNECT button.
Wireless - Local connection.