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Building Technologies Operating Instructions for ACS Alarm software CE1U5641en
HVAC Products 3 The first steps 15.12.2005
If the alarm file is one of the four files opened last, you can also select it directly from
the "File" menu – Recently used file list.
For more information, please refer to the following chapters:
• Creating an alarm file
• Closing an alarm file
• Applications
3.4 Closing an alarm file
To be able to create or open another alarm file, the active alarm file must be closed
first. To do this, choose the "File" menu – Close. Then, the alarm file will be closed.
For more information, please refer to the following chapters:
• Creating an alarm file
• Opening an alarm file
• Applications
3.5 Preparing a connection
Communication with the central units can take place either directly or via modem.
Direct connection
In the case of a direct connection, a standard null modem or standard USB cable is
required between central unit and PC:
Install ACS prior
to connecting the OZW775 central communication unit to the PC.
When, via USB, the central communication unit is connected to the PC for the first
time, Windows detects the new hardware showing the message Found New
Hardware.
Windows XP:
Then, the Found New Hardware Wizard is automatically started. Choose Install
the software automatically (recommended) and confirm your choice by selecting
the Next > button. Installation of USB driver Siemens OZW USB Connection is
Closing an alarm file
Direct connection