Connecting to Device Configuration Utility

To connect to Device Configuration Utility, do the following:

  1. Use the power cable to connect the AVW200 to the data logger 12 VDC supply or a regulated external power source. When connecting the power wires, the ground wire should be connected first, followed by the 12 VDC wire.

  2. Connect the AVW200 to a COM port on your computer using the RS-232 cable.

  3. Open Device Configuration Utility.

  4. Under Device Type, click AVW 200 Series (see Opening page in Device Configuration Utility).

    Opening page in Device Configuration Utility

  5. Select the Serial port matching the COM port on the computer to which the AVW200 is connected.

  6. Use the drop-down menu to set the Baud Rate. The default baud rate is 38400.

  7. Press Connect. The device may take up to 60 seconds to respond to Device Configuration Utility and for the current settings to be loaded into Settings Editor.