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11 Software – Connecting to the Rack
You can connect to the rack locally over a USB connection, or remotely over an ethernet connection.
For security reasons, the remote connection requires a software license and local (USB) setup before
it will work. Local connection requires a USB cable and (of course) access to the rack.
11.1 Local Connection (Mini-B USB port)
The MPS software connects to the rack over a USB connection. Every VC-8000 monitoring module
has a USB port. First generation racks required each module to be configured independently. Now,
with a SAM module, any port can be used to configure all modules.
The USB port is a Mini-B. A USB A-Male to Mini-B cable is supplied with each rack. USB auto detects
the connection. To connect to the rack:
• Start the MPS software
• Connect the USB cable to your computer and to the VC-8000
• Wait about 10 seconds
• The software status will change from ‘Not Connected’ to ‘Connected’.
To disconnect, simply disconnect the USB cable from the rack or the computer.
Figure 11-1) ‘Not Connected’ changes to ‘Connected’
11.1.1 Troubleshooting the USB Connection
Although rare, USB can be troublesome at times. If (after 30 seconds) the connection does not occur,
you might try these steps:
• Try a different USB port on the rack (wait 30 seconds).
• Try a different USB port on your computer (wait 30 seconds).
If you are still having connection problems, try a different laptop or computer. Otherwise please
contact B&K Vibro Technical support.
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