DAVIS FMS 3.9.3 DriveRight (8186) - Manual (Page 122)

DriveRight FMS User's manual
dedicated as the Host, and data can be exported from it periodically to another computer where
analysis and reporting are performed.
 The user connects his modem to the DriveRight (showing the CURRENT screen) using
the remote download Kit (item #8188, purchased separately).
 The host mode is a well-protected function. You can only communicate as long as a
DriveRight is connected to your PC. In all other cases, communication is lost.
 For details on how to install a remote modem to enable it to participate in the Host Mode,
please consult the instructions accompanying the Remote Download Kit.
 The History Window displays status information for downloaded DriveRights.
 Hang Up: Generally, you will not need this button because the software will hang up
automatically. However, if necessary you can manually hang up the phone using this
button.
 Reinitialize Modem: Resets the modem initialization.
 Exit Host Mode: Exit host mode and resume normal program operation.
See also:
Host Mode Menu
Host Mode Setup
Host Mode: Remote Modem Setup
Back to Setup Menu | Host Mode Menu
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Host Mode Setup
Host Mode Setup allows you to configure your computer’s modem to accept calls.
To be able to communicate with the DriveRight and transfer data over a modem, the
communications port should be defined for your modem. Furthermore, set the modem of your PC
to Auto-Answer when there is a call. Refer to your modem manual for Auto-Answer.
 Select the COM Port that your modem is connected too.
 The default initialization strings are "AT E1 Q0 &B1 &N0 V1" and "ATS0=3" for string 1
and string 2.
 Click Detect Modem to detect the serial port to which the modem is connected.
 If you are going to download just DriveRight 500 AL and earlier models just check that
box. See description below for explanation as to why this is necessary.
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