Labconco FreeZone and FreeZone Plus 6, 12 and 18 Liter Freeze Dry Systems 79600 Series - Manual (Page 44)

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Chapter 6: Using the RS232 Receptacle
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spreadsheet (to tabulate and plot the data). Consult your laboratory
supply dealer regarding the latest software available. The
following describes how to use an IBM compatible computer with
Hyper Terminal™ software (included with Windows® 95, 98, XP
or 2000 operating systems) to collect the RS232 data from your
Freeze Dryer:
1. Make sure that the Freeze Dryer is properly connected to the
communication port on the computer.
2. Open Hyper Terminal™ software.
i)Windows® 95 or 98 use:
START/PROGRAMS/ACCESSORIES.
ii) Windows® 2000 or XP use:
START/PROGRAMS/ACCESSORIES/COMMUNICATIONS
The first time Hyper Terminal™ is opened a dialogue box
requesting an area code and phone number will appear. Enter
the appropriate numbers and continue.
3. The “Connection Description” dialogue box will open. Type in
a user defined name and select an icon for the new connection.
Press “OK.”
4. The “Connect To” dialogue box will open. Using the down
arrow selection button, select the communication port to which
the cable has been connected. Press “OK.”