User's Manual

VXU Operator’s Manual
Metering Systems
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3. Instructions for AutoVu:
1. Obtain a route diskette that has been loaded with the meters that need to be
read. This diskette must be loaded from the AutoRead program.
2. Set up the VXU in the vehicle, and remember to connect the Antenna wire
first, and the power last. Transmitting (trying to read meters) with the
antenna wire not connected to the VXU will damage the transmitter on the
VXU.
3. Connect the laptop computer to the VXU with the serial cable. Also connect
a power source to the computer to keep it fully charged while reading meters.
It is possible to connect the laptop to the VXU for power, or in some cases, a
separate power source on the vehicle is preferable. It is a good idea to fully
charge the laptop computer from an AC outlet inside before beginning the
reading process.
4. After the VXU and other components are connected, boot up the computer
and open the AutoVu application. It should open to the screen shown below: