GFK-1322A Chapter 4 Configuring the LBIM 4-21
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Export
Choose the Export command to create the LonWorks External Interface File (file
extension .XIF) from the current module configuration file (file extension .IOP). After
the .XIF file is created and saved using the configuration filename with a .XIF extension.
The created file will then appear in a view screen.
This screen is to used for viewing and editing the output file. Normally, no changes need
to be made to this file. However, if modifications are desired, they can be added to this
screen. The SaveAs command button will not appear until the file has been edited. Be
sure to save any changes made to this file. Modifications can also be made to the file
with most text editing applications as the file is saved in an ASCII text format.
note
The interface file (.XIF) is downloaded to the module using LonMark “file
Transfer Protocol”. The I/Open configuration software MUST be used for
this operation. LonBuilder and other network management tools use a
different method of loading an interface file and will not work with the
LBIM.
Download
Choosing download activates a utility screen that will allow the downloading of
configuration or value data to the LBIM module. Before invoking the download
function, check to see that the LONWORKS network interface is connected and
functioning properly. The .XIF file is downloaded to the module through a LONWORKS
network interface such as a Serial LONTALK Adapter (SLTA) to the module via the
network interface connection. When the downloader is invoked, the program will open
the network interface drivers. If the interface is not properly responding, error messages
will be displayed.
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