Acumen SDR2-USB manual Configuring the data port, Setting date and time

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SDR2-USB Configuration Guide rev 1.0

Configuring the DataBridge SDR2-USB

Figure 2.2. Setting date and time.

Step 2: Insert USB storage device and apply power

Eject the USB storage device and remove it from the computer. Insert the USB device into the SDR2-USB, and connect power. The SDR2-USB will display its usual flashing pattern, then read the setup file and turn on all 4 front-panel LED indicators. If precise setting is desired, monitor a stopwatch or computer clock.

Step 3: Synchronize the SDR2-USB clock

When the stopwatch or computer clock reaches the time specified in step 1, press the record button on the front panel. The SDR2-USB will the operate normally.

Step 4: Re-edit setup.txt

Remove the USB storage device from the SDR2-USB and edit the setup file using Windows Notepad on the PC. Disable the CurrentDate= and CurrentTime= lines by inserting // characters before them. These lines can also be deleted if date/time setting will not be performed again.

2.3 Configuring the data port

Before the SDR2-USB and your data source can communicate, they must interact at the same data rate and using the same data format.

The SDR2-USB's data port is, by default, configured to communicate at 115200 bps.

If your data source can communicate at 115200 bps (also referred to as 115200 baud), it may be easiest to configure it for 115200 bps. For devices with a fixed data rate, you will need to set the SDR2-USB's data port baud rate to match your data source. You may also wish to choose a higher data rate and hardware handshaking if your data source sends a high volume of data.

NOTE: By default, the SDR2-USB uses a serial data format of eight data bits, no parity, and one stop bit (8N1). Most serial devices use this format.

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Contents Acumen Instruments Corporation Page Copyright Page Table of Contents Service and Support Overview Getting StartedQuick guide to the DataBridge SDR2-USB Before you startConfiguring your SDR2-USB via the setup file Connecting power to your SDR2-USBDeploying the DataBridge SDR2-USB Congratulations Creating setup.txtSDR2-USB Configuring DataBridgeComments Setting date and timeSetting date and time Configuring the data portSpecifying a filename and folder Adding time stamps to recorded files Configuring file creation behaviorTesting your configuration Record mode operation Setup file readingOperations Receiving dataStopping recording Power failure and improper shutdownsDevice removal while recording Filename generationPartitions Formatting the storage mediaResetting to factory defaults Lithium battery maintenanceInitial Setup Commands Setup File ReferenceRecording Behavior Commands Data Port Setup CommandsTime Stamping Commands Scheduled File Closing CommandsOther Commands Location J4 Remote Control PortPinout and Mating Cable FunctionsForce-Record Shunt Installation Page Exception Codes Service SupportService and Support SDR2-USB Configuration Guide rev Returning Equipment Contacting Acumen Instruments CorporationOne year warranty WarrantyExclusions LimitationsSerial Port Basics Serial specificationsData rates Data rates and the Uart More asynchronous serial parametersDTE and DCE Voltage levels HandshakingSDR2-USB Configuration Guide rev Page Electrical specifications Specifications5 J7 rear power receptacle pin configuration 6 J1 power receptacle pin configuration Mechanical SpecificationsSerial communications USB socketSpecifications SDR2-USB Configuration Guide rev