RKI Instruments SDM-2009 PC Controlled Configuration - Manual (Page 44)

39 • Connecting Instruments to the PC Controller Program
parameters. The BUMP
T
and CAL
S
LEDs will flash amber while the data is
being downloaded. Once the parameter download is complete, the BUMP
T
and CAL
S
LEDs will be solid amber. When all instruments have been turned
on, connected, and downloaded, the main program window will appear as
shown below. When the instrument is connected to the PC Controller Program,
the date and time of the instrument are automatically updated to the current
date and time on the PC Controller Program’s screen.
NOTE: Turn each instrument on 10-15 seconds after the previous instrument
to minimize the possibility of the instrument not connecting to the PC
Controller Program. If an instrument does not connect, use the
instrument’s POWER MODE button to turn it off and turn it back on
again.
Figure 27: Instruments Connected and Downloaded
If an instrument is due for calibration, the docking station number and
instrument serial number will be highlighted in red.
If an instrument is due for calibration in the next 10 days, the docking station
and instrument serial number will be highlighted in orange.
If an instrument’s parameters could not be downloaded properly, a red triangle
will appear over the instrument and SDM-2009 picture.