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O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | VICOTEC320
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USING THE VICOTEC320
8
Using the VICOTEC320
8.1
Software SOPAS ET
The SOPAS ET software serves to set the VICOTEC320 parameters. The parameter records
can be stored as a Project file as well as archived on the PC. Measured values can also be
read out.
8.1.1
Functions (overview)
The Online Help of the SOPAS ET software (Help menu) describes the general function of
the software and how to use it.
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Menu language selection
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Setting up communication with the VICOTEC320
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Password protected configuration for different operator levels
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Output current measured values
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System diagnostics
8.1.2
Installing the SOPAS ET software
1
Start the PC and insert the Installation CD.
2
Call setup.exe directly from the CD when installation does not start automatically.
3
Follow the operating instructions to complete installation.
8.2
Using SOPAS ET
The SOPAS ET interface is described in the SOPAS ET Manual.
8.2.1
Creating a connection
Connect data interfaces
1
Ensure the supply voltage of the VICOTEC320 is switched on.
2
Switch the PC on.
3
Make sure the WLAN is switched off.
4
Connect PC (Ethernet interface) and VICOTEC320 via Ethernet line.
5
Insert the network cable.
6
Wait until the laptop has initialized the Ethernet interface (approx. 1 min.)
Start the SOPAS ET software
1
Start the software.
>>> The device should be found automatically and added to the project.
The password can be found in the Annex,
See menu: Help/SOPAS ET Manual.