Picon internal diagnostics – Progressive International Electronics PIcon Console User Manual
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PIcon
Diagnostics
Rev 2.0
June 2006
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DIAGNOSTICS
PIcon Internal Diagnostics
or call PIE at 919 266-4442
for more comprehensive diagnostic
The PIcon has on-board diagnostics which are helpful in solving problems encountered in the
field. Below are a few of the standard diagnostic functions:
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Show Dispenser Information
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Display Version Numbers
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Monitor a Port
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Download Print Header
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Download Program Update
To access diagnostics, a computer running a terminal emulation software such as Procomm or
Hyperterm for Windows is required. The diagnostic port is a serial port with the following
connection parameters. Note: A standard 9 pin serial cable is used to connect the terminal device
to the diagnostic port, not a null modem cable. See Diagram: PIcon Port Layout for connector
locations.