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Basic Tutorial
Blastware Operator Manual 3–1
3. BASIC TUTORIAL
In this tutorial, we set up your computer and the Blastware program to work together. We then
transfer Event files from your Series III or Series IV unit to the computer. Once we have
completed this, we view and print each Events Event Summary Report.
Step 1: Connect the Monitor to Your Computer
Series III Monitor Connection
Turn off the power to the unit. Connect the Blastmate III or Minimate Plus to your computer with
the Blastmate III PC cable provided (Part No. 712A2301). Attach the Blastmate III PC connecting
cable to a serial port on your computer. Use the 9 – 25 Pin Adapter (Part No. 312–0007) if
required. If you are using the optional USB to Serial Adaptor Kit (Part No. 714A7001), follow the
supplied instruction sheet. Connect the opposite end of the cable to the AUX connector (or cable,
if you are using the USB cable) located on the front of the Blastmate III or on the side of the
Minimate Plus. Do not force the connectors, possible damage may result.
Series IV Monitor Connection
Connect the Minimate Pro Series IV unit to your computer using the Series IV PC connecting
cable provided (Part No. 720A3101). Attach the Series IV PC connecting cable to a free serial
port on your computer. Connect the other end of the cable to the Auxiliary connector located on
the right of the unit. If you are using the Ethernet communication cable, refer to Section 4.2.1b.
These are quarter-turn connectors – do not force the connectors, possible damage may result.
Micromate Monitor Connection
Connect the Micromate unit to your computer using the PC to USB connecting cable. Attach the
connecting cable to a free USB port on your computer. Connect the other end of the cable to the
connector labeled PC on the unit.
Step 2: Start the Blastware Program
Turn on your computer. Click on the Windows Start button in the lower left of the screen, select
Programs, and then Blastware. Click on the Blastware icon to start the Blastware program.
Step 3: Setup Communications
Communication between an Instantel monitor and your computer is configured using the
Communications Setup dialog box located under the Unit Menu. Open the Unit Menu and choose
Communications: