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Installation and Operation
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2.2.5. Reading Serial Number and Software Version
To read the serial number of the unit, send the command:
#003
and the unit will send the serial number
To read the software version of the unit, send the command:
#015
and the unit will send the software version
2.2.6. Changing the Baud Rate of the RS485 Adaptor
The Model 803 can operate in RS232 or RS485 modes. If the user wishes to operate in RS485 mode, then an
RS485/RS232 adaptor interface lead should be purchased in place of or as well as an RS232 lead.
The RS 485 interface lead contains a KK systems RS485/RS232 adaptor. This adaptor can be used to input
and output data at different baud rates, so if the user had changed the baud rate of the Model 803 itself, it
will also be necessary to change the baud rates of the adaptor.
Install the KDCFG.exe (supplied on the KK systems disk) program on to the PC.
Remove the lid of the Y lead box. With the Y lead connected to a PSU and the PC, turn the power on and
press the push button on the side of the KD 485 unit until the EXE led flashes. Release the button and after a
short while the EXE led should continue to flash. The KD 485 is then in its executive mode.
Start the KDCFG.exe program and select the port in use.
If successful the program will display the current settings of the KD485 ADE unit and allow the new baud rate
to be set. The default settings are as follows
Port 1
Port 2
ADE fixed program
4800 BAUD
4800 BAUD
mode 1
8 bits
8 bits
No parity
No parity
1 stop bit
1 stop bit
RX Disabled
RX Disabled
TX Disabled
TX Disabled
To enter a new baud rate change the number of baud in ports 1 and 2. After setting these parameters input
the changes by selecting the Update button to re-program the unit with the desired baud rate.
With HyperTerminal or ROVLog configured to the appropriate baud rate then successful communications
should be achieved.
For further details of the KD485 unit please consult the manufacturer’s manual.
