Appendix A: Accessories
Page A–15
GS1 Series AC Drives User Manual – 3rd Edition – 11/09/2018
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GSoft is the optional configuration software for the AutomationDirect GS family of drives. It allows you to
connect a personal computer to GS1 drives via RS-485, and perform a variety of functions:
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Upload/download drive configurations
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Create new drive configurations using Quick Start, Detailed, or Schematic Views
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Edit drive configurations
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Archive/store multiple drive configurations on your PC
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Trend drive operation parameters
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Tune the drive PID loop (PID not applicable for GS1 drives)
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View real time key operating parameters
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Start/Stop drive and switch directions, provided drive is set up for remote operation
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View drive faults
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Print a schematic representation of the drive configuration
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Print a tabular report of the current drive configuration�
GS Series AC Drive Software
Part Number
Description
GSOFT
GS drives configuration software
GS-232CBL
GSOFT programming cable (3m [9�8 ft])
GSoft includes an integral help file with software instructions.
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GSoft will run on PCs that meet the following requirements:
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Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 2000, XP, Vista (32-bit), and 7 (32-bit)
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Internet Explorer 4�0 or higher (for HTML help support)
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24 MB of available memory
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8MB hard drive space
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Available RS-232 serial port
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USB-485M serial adapter cable (sold separately)
