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6. Programming with RA4200
The Dealer or Installer will use the RA4200 software to confi gure the
PERS-4200 Console remotely or locally.
6.1
Software Description
The RA4200 software described in this manual supports the programming
the Model PERS-4200 Personal Emergency Reporting System. The
software runs on an IBM PC or compatible computer.
What is the RA4200 Remote Access Software?
The RA4200 Remote Access software is communications software that
programs all features of PERS-4200 Consoles. It sets the options for:
Console alarm, audio, and sensors; communicator telephone numbers,
call routing, formats, reporting codes, account numbers, and reminder
messages and more. The RA4200 can also display the Console’s event log.
The RA4200 software has a help fi le that can be accessed at any time
by selecting “Contents” from the “Help” menu or by pressing the F1 key.
6.2 System Requirements
• IBM compatible personal computer with 2 GB RAM
• Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 operating system
✓
NOTE: Windows 64-bit operating systems may require “Windows XP
Mode” download from Microsoft for “Panel Firmware Update (Dfuse)”
to run properly. See http://www.microsoft.com/windows/virtual-pc/
download.aspx
• VGA monitor
• For remote telephone connection, a ITU v.22bis standard 2400 baud Modem
• For local connection, an available computer USB 2.0 port and a Type A to
mini Type B USB cable.
• An Internet connection
• Hard disk drive with 50 MB available space for the software plus 18KB
available space for each account template fi le
6.3 RA4200 FAQ
How does RA4200 connect to a Console?
RA4200 can connect to the Console two ways:
• Remote connection over the telephone line using the computer’s modem.
• Local USB connection using a USB cable and the computer’s USB port.
Once the connection is made, the Console will check if its remote access
password matches the calling software’s password. If the passwords
match, access is granted.
Do I have to be connected to a Console to make programming changes?
Since Remote Access knows the Console’s programming structure, you,
the Dealer or Installer, can modify an account template without being
connected to a Console. This means you can set all of the values for a
specifi c Console confi guration and then connect to a unit and send all
of the values that you have set. This is referred to as off-line Console
confi guration.
How do I change Console settings while on-line?
While on-line with the Console, make any changes to the account
template then send the data to change the Console.
Can I make a template with the typical settings for all of my accounts?
Programming “templates” can be created to speed up programming
multiple Consoles and minimize the potential for errors. Common
settings, such as the Central Station telephone number, communicator
format, Console and communicator confi gurations which are shared by
all of your accounts can be stored in a generic account template. That
template fi le can then be used as a basis for creating multiple Customer
account template fi les that can be customized with unique Customer
contact information and system options tailored for each User.
RA4200 Programming Software
