NOVUS AirGate-GPRS - Manual (Page 20)

AirGate-GPRS
NOVUS AUTOMATION 20/29
CONFIGURATION SOFTWARE
The software used for configuration of the AirGate-GPRS is the DigiConfig (version 1.6 or higher). Besides the
configuration, it allows the verification of the input channel Reading and provides status information. This software is
supplied for free with the product CD and can also be downloaded at the manufacture’s website. Checking for updates
from time to time is recommended.
DigiConfig has a full help file with all of the necessary information for its complete usage, including the correct
configuration of the product configurations. To consult it, start the application and select the “Help” menu, or press the
“F1” key.
To begin configuration of the AirGate-GPRS, connect it to the computer (via USB or RS485) and select the
“Communication” option on the “Configuration” menu. In the window that appears, select the correct serial port and
configure the other communication parameters. After applying the communication configuration, the system is ready to
read the the AirGate-GPRS configuration by clicking on the Search button located in the lower left corner of the main
window. In order to make the search faster, configure the Modbus address range to search correctly (do NOT use
“Temporary” option for AirGate-GPRS). If you know the Modbus address of the interface on which you are connecting
(USB or RS485), check only the “First Address” and enter the right address on this field. Once the equipment is
identified, it is shown on the list on the left. Clicking on it will display its configuration on the right side.
The configuration of the device is divided by functionality in several tabs. The choice of some options can affect the
limitation or absence of other configuration parameters. Last of all, the configuration should be applied to the equipment
using the Apply button.
The use of the AirGate-GPRS with all of its functionalities is described in the chapter “AirGate-GPRS Operation."
EQUIPMENT SOFTWARE (FIRMWARE) UPDATE
AirGate-GPRS can update its internal software (firmware), allowing the benefits of new versions with new characteristics
or important improvements to be accessed without needing to send the equipment to technical assistance.
The latest update is available for download on the manufacturer website. The update process is done by DigiConfig,
using the related tab.