Dynasonics TFX Ultra Transit Time Flow Meters - Manual (Page 54)

SOFTWARE UTILITY
Introduction
In addition to, or as a replacement for, the keypad entry programming, the flow meter can be used with a software utility.
The software utility is used for configuring, calibrating and communicating with this family of flow meters. Additionally, it has
numerous troubleshooting tools to make diagnosing and correcting installation problems easier.
This software has been designed to provide the flow meter user with a powerful and convenient way to configure calibrate
and troubleshoot all of this families flow meters. A PC can be hard-wired to the flow meter through a standard USB
connection found on most current computers.
System Requirements
The software requires a PC-type computer, running Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows NT, Windows XP,
Windows Vista or Windows 7 operating systems and a USB communications port.
Installation
1. From the Windows Start button, choose the Run command. From the Run dialog box, use Browse to navigate to the
USP_Setup.exe file and double-click.
2. The USP Setup will automatically extract and install on the hard disk. The USP icon can then be copied to the desktop,
if desired.
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N If a previous version of this software is installed, it must be un-installed before a new version of the software can be
installed. Newer versions will ask to remove the old version and perform the task automatically. Older versions must
be removed using the Microsoft Windows Add/Remove Programs applet.
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N Most PCs will require a restart after a successful installation.
Initialization
1. Connect the B end of the USB A/B communications cable (P.N. D005-2117-003) to the meters USB communication port
and the A end to a convenient USB port on the computer.
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N
It is advisable to have the flow meter powered up prior to running this software.
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N
While the USB cable is connected, the RS485 and frequency outputs are disabled.
2. Double-click on the USP icon. The first screen is the RUN mode screen, see Figure 39 , which contains real-time information
regarding flow rate, totals, signal strength, communications status, and the flow meter’s serial number. The COMM
indicator in the lower right-hand corner indicates that the serial connection is active. If the COMM box contains a red
ERROR indication, select Communications on the Menu bar and select Initialize. Choose the appropriate COM port and the
RS232 / USB Com Port Type. Proper communication is verified when a green OK is indicated in the lower right-hand corner
of the PC display and the Last Update indicator in the text area on the left side of the screen changes from red to an active
clock indication.
SOFTWARE UTILITY
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