Manual 26727
VariStroke-I (VS-I) Electro-hydraulic Actuator
Woodward
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Chapter 4.
Service Tool Installation
System Requirements
The minimum system requirements for the Service Tool software are:
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Microsoft Windows® 7, Vista SP1 or later, XP SP3 (32 & 64-bit); Support of XP ended on 2014 April 8
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Microsoft .NET Framework ver. 4.0 & Hot Fix KB2592573
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1 GHz Pentium® CPU
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512 MB of RAM
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Minimum of 800 by 600 pixel screen with 256 colors
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Recommended screen resolution of 1024 X768 or higher
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9 pin-D Serial Port (RS232)
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Woodward ToolKit Software
Setup
The VS-I includes a software-based Programming and Configuration tool (PCT) that can be loaded onto a
computer and used to:
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Change maximum stop position and cylinder size settings.
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Calibrate the final cylinder.
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Configure the inputs and outputs
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View diagnostic flags
An unsafe condition could occur with improper use of these software
tools. Only trained personnel should have access to these tools.
The PC Service Tool or Programming and Configuration Tool is a software application which runs on
Windows-based PC or laptop. It requires a physical RS-232 connection between the computer and the
VS-I. Make the physical connection by connecting to the VS-I at the Service Port (RS-232).
Use a straight-through serial cable (not null modem). For newer PCs or laptops with USB ports, a USB-to-
serial converter is required.
Information regarding the adapter kits is unclear. The converter kit also contains an extension cable, but
this is not mentioned.
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8928-1151 Converter Kit contains:
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(1) USB-to-Serial Converter
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(1) 10-ft DB9F to DB9M extension
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8928-7323 Cable It contains:
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(1) 10-ft DB9F to DB9M extension
Note:
this cable has two nuts on the screws on the female end that need to be removed prior
installing this end.
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