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1.1 Connecting PocketMax3 to a Device
First power on the receiver and connect it to your computer’s com port. A configuration screen
will appear and you will be prompted to choose the COM port and baud rate of the receiver. You
also have the option of allowing the program to cycle through all baud rates if you don’t know
your current communication settings (Auto-Baud feature). Another option you have at this point
is to use the “Demo Mode” button. If you tap this button instead of the “Search” button,
PocketMax3 will allow you to view all the different screens without being connected to a
receiver. This mode may be useful to get comfortable with the program, or to demonstrate the
software if you don’t have a receiver available.
You can monitor your connection status through the icon at the lower right of the screen. If the
two cables are shown as connected, then your computer has a valid connection with the
receiver.
Figure 1-1 Serial Port Settings Screen