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CRIMSON SOFTWARE
Crimson software is available as a free download from Red Lion’s website or
it can be purchased on a CD, see “Ordering Information” for part number. The
latest version of the software is always available from the website, and updating
your copy is free.
DISPLAY
This operator interface uses a liquid crystal display (LCD) for displaying text
and graphics. The display utilizes a cold cathode fluorescent tube (CCFL) for
lighting the display. The CCFL tubes can be dimmed for low light conditions.
These CCFL tubes have a limited lifetime. Backlight lifetime is based upon
the amount of time the display is turned on at full intensity. Turning the
backlight off when the display is not in use can extend the lifetime of your
backlight. This can be accomplished through the Crimson software when
configuring your unit.
FRONT PANEL LEDS
There are three front panel LEDs. Shown below is the default status of
the LEDs.
1. The operator interface is shipped without a configuration. After
downloading a configuration, if the light remains in the flashing state
continuously, try cycling power. If the LED still continues to flash, try
downloading a configuration again.
2. Do not turn off power to the unit while this light is flickering. The unit
writes data in two minute intervals. Later Microsoft operating systems will
not lock the drive unless they need to write data; Windows 98 may lock the
drive any time it is mounted, thereby interfering with logging. Refer to
“Mounting the CompactFlash” in the Crimson 2 User Manual.
TOUCHSCREEN
This operator interface utilizes a resistive analog touchscreen for user input.
The unit will only produce an audible tone (beep) when a touch on an active
touchscreen cell is sensed. The touchscreen is fully functional as soon as the
operator interface is initialized, and can be operated with gloved hands.
KEYPAD
The G306A keypad consists of five keys that can be used for on-screen menus.
TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR G306A
If for any reason you have trouble operating, connecting, or simply have
questions concerning your new G306A, contact Red Lion’s technical support.
For contact information, refer to the back page of this bulletin for phone and
fax numbers.
EMAIL:
Web Site:
http://www.redlion.net
Valid configuration is loaded and there are no alarms present.
STEADY
A tag is in an alarm state.
FLASHING
GREEN (BOTTOM)
Valid CompactFlash card present.
STEADY
YELLOW (MIDDLE)
Unit is powered and running an application.
Unit is in the boot loader, no valid configuration is loaded.
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LED INDICATION
RED (TOP, LABELED “PWR”)
CompactFlash card being checked.
No CompactFlash card is present.
FLICKERING
FLASHING
RAPIDLY
OFF
STEADY
FLASHING
FLASHING
SLOWLY
Incorrectly formatted CompactFlash card present.
Unit is writing to the CompactFlash, either because it is storing
data, or because the PC connected via the USB port has
locked the drive.
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