5.0 Using the program
By using the FMI-931PC cable, connect the serial interface COM1 of your computer with the force gauge.
Open the MS Excel worksheet or an appropriate document template and start the add-in by clicking on
Fmi_Connect_FGBC in the menu bar as shown below.
If such a warning window should appear, please check whether the cable (FMI- 931PC) is inserted
properly.
Requirements for Data Transfer:
Baud rate:
19200 bps
Data length:
8 bits
Parity:
none
Stop Bit:
1 bit
Port:
COM 1
FMI-200 and FMI-400 force gauges delivered before 01.06.2004 have by default the baud rate of 2400.
Please change the rate to 19200 by following these instructions:
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Switch off the unit.
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Press and hold >>O<<-button.
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Press I/O-button.
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Wait until 'f01' appears on display, then release >>O<<-button.
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Select Function fo4 using PEAK-button.
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Select the desired baud rate (19200) by pressing MODE-button.
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Press >>O<<-button to save the settings.
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