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CHAPTER 4: INTERFACES
4.7 Using EnerVista Viewpoint with the 489
4.7.1 Plug and Play Example
EnerVista Viewpoint is an optional software package that puts critical 489 information on
any PC with plug-and-play simplicity. EnerVista Viewpoint connects instantly to the 489 via
serial, ethernet or modem and automatically generates detailed overview, metering,
power, demand, energy and analysis screens. Installing EnerVista Launchpad (see previous
section) allows the user to install a fifteen-day trial version of EnerVista Viewpoint. After
the fifteen day trial period you will need to purchase a license to continue using EnerVista
Viewpoint. Information on license pricing can be found at http://www.EnerVista.com
.
Z Install the EnerVista Viewpoint software from the GE EnerVista CD.
Z Ensure that the 489 device has been properly configured for either serial
or Ethernet communications (see previous sections for details).
Z Click the Viewpoint window in EnerVista to log into EnerVista
Viewpoint.
At this point, you will be required to provide a login and password if
you have not already done so.
FIGURE 4–10: EnerVista Viewpoint Main Window
Z Click the Device Setup button to open the Device Setup window.
Z Click the Add Site button to define a new site.
Z Enter the desired site name in the Site Name field.
If desired, a short description of site can also be entered along with the
display order of devices defined for the site.
Z Click the OK button when complete.
The new site will appear in the upper-left list in the EnerVista 489 Setup
window.
Z Click the Add Device button to define the new device.
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