ML-x17 DATA LOGGER MANUAL
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4.20 Accessory port
This is a serial port which is used for supporting special serial devices, called accessory port modules.
The accessory port is only equipped on the MLx17-ADS models. Below a list of supported accessories is
shown.
These are the accessory modules that can be connected to
the accessory-port. Each option is described below. For
detailed information consult the manual of the accessory.
4.20.1 ASCII output
This option is used to output a line with ASCII values (a so called D-record, see chapter D-Records) on
the accessory port. Name, port settings, Module power switch is the same as used with input ports, so,
not explained here. This driver can be used to send serial data to a custom system by cable.
4.20.1.1
Send interval
The send interval on which the data is send to the radio. This can be another send interval than the
internal modem has. More on send interval see:
Send Interval
Note:
only parameters which are configured to output data to ASCII-ouput will be included in a record.
4.20.2 Radio output
This option is used to send the measured data via a radio module to another system. The radio must be a
transparent connection. The brand is not important. Name, port settings, Module power switch is the
same as used with input ports, so, not explained here. This driver can be used to send serial data to a
custom system by cable as well.
Accessory port
[0] Exit
[1] Display
[2] Camera
[3] GPS
[4] ASCII output
[5] Radio
[6] Iridium satellite
[7] Swarm satellite
[8] Astrocast satellite
[9] Accessory port tunnel
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ASCII outputs
settings
[0] Exit
[1] Name >> ASCII output
[2] Port settings >> RS232 8N1; 115200 Baud
[3] Send interval >> 00:00:05
[R] Remove
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