User's Manual Part 1

The Commander

4.6 Making a connection

4.6.1 Connection between the Commander and logger

Short range radio is used for communication between the Commander and loggers.

The Commander has an integrated radio module. After the antenna is connected

(standard or vehicle antenna), the device is ready for wireless operation.

The loggers must be switched on and wirelessly available (see page 52). The radio

range of a logger is affected by the conditions where it is used. To extend the range a

repeater can be used (see page 64).

4.6.2 Connection between the Commander and PC

The connection between the Commander and a PC/laptop is made using the VK 77

connection cable supplied and is needed for the following tasks:

• Transferring measured data from the Commander to the PC.

• Transferring configuration data from the SebaDataView-3 software to the

Commander.

• Installing a firmware update on the Commander.

The Commander must be operated in Professional mode to connect it to the PC.

Proceed as follows:

Step Description

Select the button in the main menu bar.

2 In the next menu, select the Connect to PC button.

Use the USB socket on the Commander for connecting the cable to the PC.

Markings on the plug and socket ensure that the plug is lined up correctly. You

must feel the plug engage.

4 Select the Connect button on the Commander.

Result: The connection is made. The Commander is automatically detected by

the PC as a mass storage device. As soon as the Connected message on the

Commander’s screen appears, data can be transferred between the

Commander and PC.

If no connection is made, check the cable connection again. If necessary, disconnect

the Commander from the PC, restart it again, or perform a reset, and follow steps 1 to 4

once again.

To end the connection, select the Disconnect button on the Commander.

As soon as the Disconnected message on the Commander’s screen appears, the

connection cable can be removed.

Purpose

Making a connection

Disconnection