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The complete list of functions available through the menus can be found in section 4.2.1
4.7 Configuration
There are three methods that can be used to configure a Metron 2. These are:
Local configuration using a computer and USB connection (recommended)
Using SMS messages
Remotely via GPRS (requires a pre-existing and functioning config)
All three methods are based around the same command structure that can be found in the separate guide
‘Configuration commands specification’. The recommended method for sending these commands is to use a
USB connection and the Metron 2 config tool (software that runs on your computer).
4.8 Configuration tool software
The following guide shows the recommended method of configuring the Metron 2, using a computer and USB
connection. It is strongly advised to follow this method unless you are very familiar with the Metron 2.
4.8.1 Installation of the config tool and driver
NOTE: YOU CANNOT USE THE MENU ON THE METRON 2 TO CONFIGURE THE DEVICE - YOU HAVE
TO EITHER CONNECT VIA USB OR SEND IT TEXT MESSAGES
Please download the installer package from the Powelectrics website or request it from
sales@powelectrics.co.uk
1. Run the installer file that you have been sent or downloaded
2. Follow the instructions – a shortcut on the desktop will be created on the desktop when installed
3. If installing a newer version of the installer, there is no need to remove the old one first.
Installing drivers
If using the Metron 2 with a new laptop for the first time
1. Open device manager (go to start menu and search for ‘device’ in the text box)
2. Power on Metron
3. Plug in USB cable
4. It should appear as a new device (usually SERIAL DEMO or similar).
5. Wait for 30 seconds or until loading light on your laptop has stopped flickering
6. Right click on the ‘Serial Demo’ device and choose update software
7. Follow instructions and if asked, choose the option to select the driver to install
8. Choose the driver in ‘Program Files/Metron 2 Config Tool/drivers’ folder
Troubleshooting when using config tool
If you are experiencing any connectivity issues, follow this procedure
1. Disconnect USB, power to the Metron and close the Metron 2 config tool
2. Double check that there are no other copies of the Metron 2 config tool running
3. Plug in power
4. THEN plug in USB
5. THEN load the Metron 2 config tool, pressing ‘Scan for Ports’ once loaded.
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