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Section 4. Software operation
To set up initial parameters
For first-time use, you should select the initial parameter from Setup > Parameter Setup on the
menu:
menu:
1
If you want to enter an administrator PIN (personal identification number) see “To set or
change a PIN” on page 55. Using a PIN forces the operator to enter the PIN prior to making
important settings. This prevents accidental or inadvertent changes when several people are
using the system. If you don’t want to use a PIN, enter 0000, or if there is already a PIN,
change the existing PIN to 0000.
change a PIN” on page 55. Using a PIN forces the operator to enter the PIN prior to making
important settings. This prevents accidental or inadvertent changes when several people are
using the system. If you don’t want to use a PIN, enter 0000, or if there is already a PIN,
change the existing PIN to 0000.
2
The default dose unit for display is cGy. To change to Gy or Rad, see “To change dose units”
on page 56.
on page 56.
3
Each unit is assigned a number. To change a device ID, see “To set or change a device ID”
on page 59.
on page 59.
4
You can enter an optional Institution Name to be printed at the top of each printed report. See
“To enter an institution name” on page 56.
“To enter an institution name” on page 56.
To set up a serial connection
If COM 1 is free and is working properly, the serial port will connect and operate automatically. You
don’t need to do anything.
don’t need to do anything.
The IVD software defaults to COM port 1. If the port is not working, no Pods will be found when
you attempt the Log Active Pods command.
you attempt the Log Active Pods command.
To find a COM port
If the computer does not automatically find the COM port of the Control Module, perform the fol-
lowing steps:
lowing steps:
1
Click Setup > Select Serial Port. The Select Port dialog opens (Figure 4-8).
Figure 4-8. Serial port setup
2
Click the Find button. The computer will automatically locate the Control Module and assign
a port.
a port.
To change the COM port
If you know what the COM port is, you can assign it:
1
Select Serial Port from the Setup menu. The Select Serial Port dialog box opens (Figure 4-8).
2
Select the desired COM port and click OK.
NOTE: Only available COM ports will be displayed.
3
Click OK to close the messages.
4
Close the IVD Windows application program and then re-launch it.
5
The connect messages appear.
Serial port troubleshooting
If you can’t connect on any port, see “Before requesting help” on page 89. Or contact Sun Nuclear
Technical Support by phone, 321-259-6862, or via email, techsupport@sunnuclear.com.
Technical Support by phone, 321-259-6862, or via email, techsupport@sunnuclear.com.