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PlantWatch is factory-configured with standard values for the parameters and the WHPSODWHV of all the major Carel instruments. In
most cases, this allows PlantWatch to become operative after a brief configuration procedure using the keypad. Maximum
operating flexibility is however achieved by using the ³3ODQW:DWFKPDQDJHU´ configuration software.
“PlantWatch manager” is a program that works using the Windows 95, 98, NT operating systems. It allows access to all the
configuration parameters, editing of the WHPSODWHV that describe the Carel instruments that can be connected to PlantWatch, and
editing of the texts displayed and used in reports and faxes. It can be also used via direct serial line or via modem.
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The set-up operations may be performed “off-line” and saved on file. Before uploading the configuration to PlantWatch, the
corresponding connection must be made. This may be a direct RS232 connection, or alternatively via modem.
For a direct serial connection to PlantWatch, the PLW0PPC000 kit must be used. Before starting the read/write operations, the
user must check that PlantWatch uses the RS232 port as the default serial port (see the parameter Serial port/Modem
configuration). For internal/external modem connections, on the other hand, RS232 mode must be enabled; this can be
performed, without modifying the configuration, by pressing the PRG button for 6 seconds. The wait for connection and
connection status are displayed by the wait/enabled/connected messages. Standard operation is resumed automatically following
30 seconds of inactivity on the serial connection.
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The PlantWatch default configuration includes a standard classification for slow delayed, fast delayed and instant alarms,
variables to acquire and the corresponding sampling parameters. Custom configurations may be only be created using the
optional “PlantWatch manager” program.
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If PW features a configuration containing multiple definitions of the same peripheral (for example, more than one IR32C), the
PW self-configuration function will no longer be available, that is, the first type found for each model will be used. Up to 32
different configurations can be saved.
The pCO and the pCO² are recognised as two distinct peripherals, however it is not possible to distinguish the applications used;
therefore, if PlantWatch contains the “template” of more than one pCO application, only manual configuration will be possible.
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