Installation manual

IQ3 Data Logger Dash Installation Manual
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Serial Com Port Settings
When adding Vnet sensors or programming advanced display functions of the IQ3 dash, it is
necessary to connect the user’s PC to the IQ3 by means of the supplied Communication Cable.
The DataLink software is set from the factory to communicate through COM1 (standard serial
port com number). If your PC is using a different com port number, it will be necessary to match
the DataLink and PC com port settings.
1. Open the DataLink II program. The connection to your PC is made through the 9 pin
serial port, located at the back of the PC or via a USB to Serial Port adaptor.
2. Connect the supplied serial communication cable between your PC serial port or USB to
Serial adaptor and the IQ3. Turn on the power to the IQ3.
3. Click Settings on the main menu bar and select
Scan COM Ports.
4. The DataLink program will check COM ports 1-9
for the presence of an IQ3. If an IQ3 is found,
DataLink will automatically configure the
proper COM port setting for you. If your IQ3
was not found, and you are using a USB to
Serial Port adaptor, insure that you have properly installed the device adaptor driver on
your PC. A driver disk should have been provided on a disk by the adaptor manufacturer
at time of purchase. If you cannot find the device driver disk, the drivers are frequently
available on the manufactures website as a free download.
5. You can also manually configure the COM port
settings under Setting à Preferences.