Operation Manual

PI Configurator
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850-165186 / Rev.B
Making a programming cable
Should a Simrad programming cable not be available, it is
possible to make an adequate substitution as described below.
It is only possible to make programming cables for stationary
computers. If you wish to use a portable computer the cable
must be ordered from Simrad. Some new stationary computers
have been found to provide the same output specifications as
portable computers using lower voltage on the serial line. On
these computers, a “portable” cable is also required.
You will need the following parts:
• A 9-pin, Sub-D female connector
• Approximately one to two meters of 2-wire cable
• A 3 kohm resistor
• Two alligator clamps
The cable assembly procedure is as follows:
1 Connect pin number two of the 9-pin, Sub-D female
connector to one end of the positive (+) lead of the 2-wire
cable. At the other end of the positive (+) lead, connect
the positive (red) alligator clamp.
2 Connect pin number five of the 9-pin, Sub-D female
connector to one end of the negative (-) lead of the 2-wire
cable. At the other end of the negative (-), connect the
negative (black) alligator clamp.
3 Connect the 3 kohm resistor between pins number two and
three of the 9-pin, Sub-D female connector.
4 Check both alligator clamps and r espective pins for
continuity.