V. modem connection – Xylem WQ-FDO Sensor and GL500-7-2 Data Logger User Manual

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Modem Connection:

Access to the GL500 can be made through dial-out to a remote modem by clicking

the “Modem” option. The connection from modem to logger requires an RS-232

serial modem, USB modems are not supported as an interface to the logger. Also,

some switch settings must be made to the remote modem and an initialization string

may be required to properly configure the host modem.

Two baud rates are supported 9600 and 19200. Should you experience difficulty

establishing a reliable connection at 19200, use the slower connection speed. Note

that due to the slower baud rates and the additional handshaking performed during

modem communication, The Global Logger software will operate significantly slower

than during a direct connection.

The Global Logger software will remember the last 4 numbers dialed and has a

provision for using a stored text file (.txt extension) for initialization of the host

modem using standard AT commands. Some experience may be required to

configure your modem but a sample command file and some useful tips follow.

Select the baud rate

Type in or find the phone number

Use initialization file

Select the modem’s COM port

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