INFICON DCM-250 Deposition Control Monitor Software - Manual (Page 8)

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OMMUNICATION
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ODE
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ETTINGS
The DCM-250 has three communication modes:
• Simulate Mode
Select this mode to run a demonstration of the DCM software. In this
mode, the DCM-250 does not communicate with the deposition controller.
It only simulates some of the functionality of the DCM. This mode is
helpful for testing how program will run off-line (similar the controller's
simulate mode).
• Controller Mode
This mode allows you to fully configure your DCM-250 from your
computer. It also enables the real-time Data Logging functions. When
selected, the DCM-250 will attempt to communicate with the controller
using the Communications Port Type specified in the COMM Port
Settings dialog. If successful, The DCM will display the Controller
Configuration.
• System Setup File Mode
Select this mode if you would like to view/edit a previously saved System
Setup file. A system setup file contains the complete parameter setup of
the controller at the time that the file was created. When System Setup File
mode is selected, all parameter viewing and editing is done with the setup
file data. This allows the user to view and edit the setup when not
connected to controller.