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1. Introduction
This manual is intended to facilitate digital communication between your computer (or
other controlling device) and one or more meters.
This digital-communications manual is provided for use with the meters’ OWNER’S
MANUAL, which provide details of all applicable inputs, connections, options,
pushbutton controls and programming procedures.
Information that is especially important to note is identified by these labels:
• NOTE
• WARNING
• CAUTION
• IMPORTANT
NOTE: provides you with information that is important to successfully setup
and use the Programmable Digital Meter.
CAUTION or WARNING: tells you about the risk of electric shock.
CAUTION, WARNING or IMPORTANT: tells you of circumstances or
practices that can effect the meter's functionality and must refer to
accompanying documents.
Customer Service
If you need assistance, please call the nearest Customer Service Department, listed in
this manual.
Manuals, Software
The latest Operation and Communication Manual as well as free configuration
software and ActiveX controls are available from the website listed in this manual or
on the CD-ROM enclosed with your shipment.
Communication Menu
The Communication menu only appears with devices purchased with the RS-232C /
RS-485 Serial Communications Option. Purchasing the controller with Serial
Communications permits a controller to be connected directly to the PC’s available
COM port. Device can be configured or monitored from an IBM PC compatible
computer using software available on our CD or on our website.