System information

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Modem Operation
Blastware Operator Manual 7–5
a. Port
Port refers to your computers serial port where you plug in the communication cable. The serial
port allows the monitor to communicate with your computer. Set the Port drop-down menu to
match the number of the serial port. You have a choice between Com 1 to Com 20: Identify the
serial port on your computer and choose the same number in the Port box. See your computers
manual for information on how to identify serial ports. To test your selection, press the Test
button. Blastware will indicate if your selection is correct – if the communication link is not
successful, systematically select the next Communications Port from the drop down menu, and use
the Test function until you have made a successful connection to the monitor.
Note: The Test button does not apply to Blastmate II or Minimate units.
b. Baud Rate
The baud rate refers to the rate at which both the PC Modem and the Remote Modem will
communicate. Check that each modem supports the designated baud rate. Modems have maximum
baud rates at which they can communicate. Modems can communicate with other modems of
lower baud rates but cannot communicate with modems with baud rates higher than their
maximum rate. The baud rate you choose will depend on your modem and the quality of your
telephone line. A lower baud rate results in slower but more reliable communication.
Note: This setting does not apply to Blastmate II or Minimate units. Blastware sets the baud rate
automatically for communication with Series II units.
c. Retries
Set the number of retries the computer will attempt when connecting to the Blastmate III or
Minimate Plus, or Series IV unit. Retries range from zero to ten. A typical setting is three.
d. Modem Type
Choose a modem type for both the PC Modem and the Remote Modem. Choose a modem type
from the list of supported modems. If your modem type does not appear then select the Generic
modem type.