Chapter 3
Using PC-IP Software
SOFTWARE OVERVIEW
The PC-IP software allows to direct interfacing with the Install Profiler via the RS-232 connection. It provides the ability to download saved data, check the Install Profiler configuration, download, upload and edit channel tables, configure the cable modem, select the automated tests to perform and set the pass/ fail limits and to clone one Install Profiler’s configuration into other Install Profilers.
General Setup
Accesses general system functions such as General Information, Communications settings, Detail Screen Access settings, Auto Save settings, Install Profiler System Information, the current Database in use and controls to Get or Send the configuration information to the Install Profiler.
Cable Modem Setup
Accesses parameters used in the cable modem ranging and registration process. Access is provided to setup the Downstream Ranging method, Network Settings, General Setup, Upstream measurement configuration, Downstream measurements configuration, and controls to Get or Send the configuration information to the Install Profiler.
Channel Tables Setup
Modifies any of the pre-set channel tables (including Standard, IRC and HRC) or creates custom channel tables and to downloads or uploads them to the Install Profiler. In addition to channel table information, the user may configure the channels used for Pilots, set the Downstream Ranging Channels, set the Active Channel Plan and get or send the configuration information to the Install Profiler.
