50 Version: 2.0.0 MS205Equ C-863 Mercury Controller
INFORMATION
The RS-232 output lines of some PCs are not adapted for the maximum number of
16 controllers in a network. If you have connected a daisy chain network to such a
PC via the RS-232 interface, communication malfunctions may occur (e. g. timeout).
In case of communication malfunctions:
1. Disconnect the null-modem cable from the RS-232 In socket of the controller
which is connected to the PC.
2. Connect the daisy chain network to the PC via the USB interface of this
controller.
Prerequisites
You have read and understood the General Notes on Start-Up (p. 41).
You have set up a daisy chain network (p. 37).
Prior to switching-on you have properly set on each networked C-863 the DIP
switches for the controller address (p. 43) and the baud rate (p. 44).
Every controller in the daisy chain network is switched on (p. 45).
The PC is switched on.
The required software is installed on the PC (p. 29).
If you have connected the first controller in the chain to the PC via the USB
interface: The USB drivers are installed on the PC (p. 29).
You have read and understood the manual of the used PC software. The
software manuals are found on the product CD.
Establishing communication with PIMikroMove
1. Start PIMikroMove.
The Start up controller window opens with the Connect controller step.
− If the Start up controller window does not automatically open, select the
Connections > New... menu item in the main window.
2. Select the appropriate controller type in the field for controller selection.