DC Power Technologies Charger Interface Software Manual - Manual (Page 4)

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1. Introduction to Charger Interface
1.1. Uses
The Charger Interface software allows configuration of any FSx series charger
by PC connectivity via the charger’s front panel USB port.
Common uses for Charger Interface include:
Configuring a charger or battery module for first use.
Retrieving charge and alarm logs from a charger or battery module.
Reconfiguring a charger for a different battery type.
Adjusting charge profile parameters.
Upgrading charger or battery module firmware (bootloading).
1.2. System Requirements
Charger Interface has the following minimum system requirements:
Microsoft Windows XP(SP3)/Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8
Microsoft .NET Framework
USB 1.0/1.1/2.0
Administrator privileges on the PC for installation.
1.3. Installation
Ensure the minimum system
requirements are met before
installing Charger Interface.
The software installer may be
supplied on a CD, USB flash drive
or other distribution method.
Locate and run the software
installer file. Follow the installer
prompts to complete the install.
The installer will create a desktop
shortcut to run Charger Interface.
1.4. Connecting to the Charger
Power on the charger and connect
the charger to the PC with a USB
cable.
Ensure the Charger Interface
software
is installed before
connecting the charger via USB.
 A successful USB connection
can be confirmed by the
charger serial number and
firmware version displaying in
the window title bar.
For example:
“(Charger: MPC35 0123456789 V51)”.
 If a connection is not made
within 30 seconds, ensure the
correct COM port is selected
from the Serial Port menu
(Figure 1). If connectivity is
still not established, remove
and reinsert the USB cable.