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8. Utility Software
This chapter describes the software used to operate the DrvGIII series (hereafter called the
utility software) on a PC.
8.1 Introduction
8.1.1 Operating Conditions
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Hardware
Processor: Celeron
300MHz
(equivalent) or higher, or Pentium III 500MHz or
higher is recommended.
Memory: 64MB
minimum
Hard disk capacity:
10MB minimum
Serial port:
1 port exclusive
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Operating
systems
Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional and Windows XP
have been verified as to their compatibility.
Windows 2000 Professional or higher is recommended.
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Display
Resolution 800 x 600 or higher, 256 color display minimum
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Communication
cable
A dedicated cable is required for connection. Either prepare a cable according to the
connection diagram shown in the next section, or purchase a manufactured cable.
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Serial port setting
Normally no setting is required as the serial port is controlled on the application side.
However, if a special converter or other device is used, set the serial port as follows if
necessary.
Communication speed:
38,400 bits/sec
Data bits:
8
Parity: None
Stop bit:
1
Flow control:
None
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Operation verified RS485 card
Manufactured by Interface Co., Ltd.
PCI card: PCI-4142PE