INFICON VGC401 Single-Channel Controller - Manual (Page 83)

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If your VGC401 firmware needs updating, e.g. for
implementing a new gauge type, please download
it from our website (www.inficon.com) or contact
your local INFICON service center.
Most of the settings you may have defined in the Pa-
rameter and Test mode will not be affected by a firm-
ware update. To be sure, note your parameter settings
before upgrading the firmware (
→ 82).
n
Turn the VGC401 off
o
Connect the VGC401 with the serial COM1
(COM2) interface of your PC via a 9-pin D-Sub
extension cable (the firmware of the VGC401 can-
not be loaded from a Mac).
PC VGC401
2 TXD RXD
3 RXD TXD
5 GND GND
Screening Screening
p
With a pin (ø<2 mm) depress the switch behind
the rear panel and turn the VGC401 on.
After power on, the display remains dark.
C: Firmware Update
User parameters
Preparing the VGC401
for a program transfer