Product manual

Data Logging

The Model 26 has the capability to send a time stamped record of its activities to a serial

printer, for permanent record keeping. This capability is not available when a CAD

system is connected to the Model 26 because they both must use the same port

(CAD/PRINTER port). This feature is only available on the primary Model 26, not on

any secondary units.

To enable this feature, first access the Software Configuration Program. Set the port

mode to “Data Log”. Set the baud rate to match the printer’s baud rate. Finally, select

which status changes to enable or disable the logging feature for.

Sense Inputs Disabling this option prevents the logging of any changes of

the sense inputs at the Model 6s. If sense inputs are not being

used, this option should be disabled.

Misc. Inputs Disabling this option prevents the logging of Model 6 PA

status and Model 6 on / off status changes.

Power Up Log Disabling this will prevent the logging of Model 26 resets.

Before the Data Logger mode will operate, OPTION SWITCH - 7 must be in the off

position. The Data Logger is connected to the Model 26 at the CAD/PRINTER port.

Once the Data Logger is connected to the Model 26, it logs all selected activity on the

system. Refer to

Appendix E: Sample Data Log on page 123 for a sample log.

CAD Interface

The Model 26 can be connected to a CAD system that has been designed to operate with

it. This capability is not available if a data logger is connected to the Model 26 because

they both must use the same port (CAD/PRINTER port). This feature is normally

available only on the primary Model 26.

The CAD feature is enabled from the Software Configuration Program. Set the

CAD/PRINTER port mode to “CAD Mode” and set the baud rate to match the CAD

program’s baud rate. In order for the CAD mode to operate, OPTION SWITCH - 7 must

be in the off position.

The CAD system is connected at the CAD/PRINTER port on the back panel of the Model

26 (refer to

CAD/PRINTER Connector on page 31 for port pin descriptions). Once the

CAD system is connected to the Model 26 and operational, it works transparently along

with the Model 26. Commands can be entered from either the Model 26 or the CAD