User`s guide

PHD Ultra Method Export and Import
The PHD Ultra pump permits the chaining of multiple pumps, as well as integration with/control by an
external computer through HyperTerminal. To facilitiate operation in these modes, the PHD Ultra
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pplication software includes a variety of commands designed to simplify the export/import of Methods
between the pump and external devices. This section outlines the use of these commands.
Figure 73: Export Method confirmation screen showing successful export.
TRANSFER A METHOD BETWEEN PUMPS
Follow these instructions to transfer a Method between two PHD Ultra pumps.
1. Connect two pumps together via a RS-485 (firewire type) cable and set the address on the first pump
to ‘00’ using the Set Pump Address command in the Settings menu.
2. Set the address on the second pump to something other than ‘00’ using the Set Pump Address
command in the Settings menu.
3. From the Method Main screen, choose Method Select then choose the Method you would like to
export.
4. Choose the Pump button and enter the address for the pump you would like to receive the Method.
5. Choose the File Options button, then choose Export Method to Pump.
6. The pump will display a confirmation message in the Message Area on the screen when the export is
complete. Note that long Methods may take a few seconds to export.
7. Before disconnecting the pumps, verify that the Method was successfully exported by choosing
Method Select from the Method Main screen on the destination pump, then browse the available
Methods to verify that the exported Method is shown in the menu.
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NOTE: For additional details on the physical interfaces used to connect the PHD Ultra
to external devices, refer to the External I/O Connections section in the Appendices.
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NOTE: Do not attempt to Export/Import Methods while the pump is running.
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