Gill Instruments Ltd
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MetPak/MetPak RG and MetPak Pro
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Issue 1
Doc. No. 1723-PS-0022
October 2018
4.15.
Set up requirements
4.15.1.
Host System:
Note: The default delivery output communication (COMMS) setting of MetPak units is RS232.
Use an RS232 to USB converter e.g. Gill part 1957-10-065, 1.8M configuration cable fitted with 8
way Hub Box connector and with integral 5v USB connector power for MetPak (see Para 4.8).
If an install driver is required for this cable it can be obtained from the supplied CD or downloaded
from:-
http://www.ftdichip.com/FTDrivers.htm
Or
Use an RS232 to USB adaptor or equivalent for example EasySynch part ES-U-1001-A (if not
using Gill part 1957-10-065) or connect directly to an RS232 COM port.
Use a PC running Windows software up to and including Windows 10 and with an internal or
external interface compatible with the output from the MetPak.
Use a Power Supply, 5V to 30Vdc at 200mA if not using the Gill Instruments Configuration cable.
Use 3 pair cable e.g. Belden 9503 (if not using Gill Part 1723-10-051), length as required if not
using the Gill Instruments Configuration cable.
4.15.2.
Software:
Gill MetSet Software used as a configuration Tool (supplied on MetPak CD), will run on PC’s with
up to and including Windows 10 and can be downloaded free from:-
http://www.gillinstruments.com/main/software.html.
4.15.3.
Bench system test
The CD supplied in the MetPak box contains a copy of the manual and relevant software to check
and set up the MetPak unit.
Prior to physically mounting the MetPak in its final location, we strongly recommend that a bench
system test be carried out to confirm the system is configured correctly, is fully functional and
electrically compatible with the selected host system and cabling (preferably utilising the final cable
length). The required data format, units, output rate, and other options should also all be
configured at this stage.
Connect the MetPak to a PC wired as per RS232 connections in Para 4.9.
Alternatively use a Gill configuration cable part 1957-10-065 with a 9 way connector fitted on one
end and USB converter at the other end if required to simplify set up between MetPak and a PC.
Open Gill MetSet software provided to read, check settings or change settings as per para 6.2.
Use MetSet View Output button to check the data string and confirm that the Status field reads 00.
4.16.
Packaging
Whilst the MetPak is being moved to its installation site, the unit should be kept in its packaging.
Retain the packaging for use if the unit has to be moved or returned to Gill Instruments.
