System information

Modem Operation
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e. Test
This checks the communications between the computer and the monitor. The communications can
be either direct, over the Blastmate PC connecting cable, or over modems. If testing
communications when using modems, press the Test button after you have established a
connection. The message “Communications OK” confirms a proper connection.
Note: The Test button does not apply to Blastmate II or Minimate units.
f. Dial
Press the Dial button to display the Modem Dial List dialog box. With this box you can store up to
100 names, telephone numbers, and baud rate settings for your remote monitors.
(1) Dial
To dial a number and connect to a remote modem, double click on top of the number. The Modem
Dialing Status Window appears to inform you of the progress of your call.
When a connection is made between the PC Modem and the Remote Modem, the following
message appears on your computer display. Click on OK. The message “modem” appears on the
side of your computer screen. This message remains until you end the modem session.
Note: When you connect to a remote monitor, the Blastware program causes the remote monitor
to exit the monitor mode. Plan your remote access so it does not interfere with monitoring
operations. Always remember to enter the remote monitor into the monitor mode before
you end the monitor session.
At this point, you can control the monitor as if it was connected directly to your computer.
(2) Edit
This command adds additional dialing entries or changes existing entries. To add an entry or
change an existing entry click on an available position or move to the entry to be changed. Press
the Edit button. The Edit Dial Entry Window appears.