Fluke Biomedical 601PRO XL - Manual (Page 149)

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Computer Control
The 601PRO can be remotely operated using a host computer. The operator runs all tests
normally accessible from the 601PRO's top panel by sending the appropriate command
from the computer to the safety analyzer. The 601PRO then sends the test results or
measurements back to the host computer.
The 601PRO is linked to the host computer using a standard D9M-D9F serial cable. One
end of the serial cable is connected to the 601PRO's bi-directional RS232 port. The other
end is connected to the computer's serial port. Commands are then sent from the host
computer to activate top panel functions on the 601PRO.
Setup Requirements
❏ Communications software, such as ProComm™, CrossTalk™, Kermit™, Carbon
Copy™ or Fluke Biomedical's OTIS™ must be loaded on the host computer.
❏ The host computer and the 601PRO both must be set to the same communications
parameters (for example, 2400 Baud, No Parity, 8 Data Bits, and 1 Stop Bit).
• Set up communication parameters for the 601PRO by pressing
SYSTEM
SETUP then RS232 key at the MAIN MENU . Select the appropriate Baud Rate.
The other communications parameters are fixed at 1 Stop Bit, 8 Data Bits, and
No Parity.
• Set up communication parameters for the host computer following instructions
provided with the installed communications software.
❏ A 9-pin male to 9-pin female D-type connector (available from Fluke Biomedical
or an electronics supply outlet) must be attached to the computer and the 601PRO.
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