Holtgreven GSE-355 I.S. - Manual (Page 52)

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Changing a Parameter Value
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ELECTION
P
ARAMETERS
Selection parameters have a pre-defined list of choices to pick from. Each choice is numbered and corresponds to a
certain value. The choice number is shown to the right of the decimal point within the parameter number. Repeatedly
pressing 1 (Model 350) or ( (Model 355) while viewing a selection parameter cycles through the available
choices, or you can key in the choice number.
P 200.00
Indicates Parameter Parameter Number Choice Number
For example, parameter 200 is a selection parameter that holds the baud rate for the serial. This is a selection parameter
because a choice number between 00 and 06 must be used. Each choice number corresponds to a different baud rate. To
change the baud rate from the default value of 9600 to 4800, perform the following steps from the Setup Mode.
To change the baud rate from the default value of 9600 to 4800:
1. Key in ! .
DISPLAY READS X P200.00 ~ Baud ~ 9600
2. Press 1 (Model 350) or ( (Model 355) once.
DISPLAY READS X P200.01 ~ Baud ~ 4800
Key-In Parameters
Key-In Parameters are not limited to a list of choices, although there may be upper and lower value limits. A Key-In
Parameter requires that a numeric value be entered using the front panel keys. Key-In Parameters are shown with two
hyphens after a decimal point within the parameter number.
P 110.--
Indicates Parameter Parameter Number Denotes “Key In”
To enter a Key-In Parameter (350):
1. Press . A decimal point is used to represent the entry position.
2. Press until the desired character appears.
3. Press 2 . Another decimal point indicates the next entry position.
4. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until your desired entry value is shown.
5. Press 1 to enter your numerical value.