Red Lion PAXUSB User Manual

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MODEL PAXUSB - USB PROGRAMMING OPTION CARD

DESCRIPTION

This bulletin serves as a guide for the installation of the PAX USB
Programming plug-in card. The plug-in card is a separately purchased option
card that plugs into the main circuit board of the unit. The PAX USB card in
conjunction with the Crimson
configure a PAX from a PC. The PAXUSB requires the installation of drivers
that are included with the Crimson Programming software.

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programming software enables the user to

Following installation of the drivers, the card appears as a Virtual

communications port.

Crimson is a Windows
PAX® units from a PC. Crimson offers standard drop-down menu commands,
that make it easy to program the P AX units. The PAX program can then be saved
in a PC file for future use.

Bulletin No. PAXUSB-A
Drawing No. LP0774
Released 08/11

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based program that allows configuration of the

INSTALLING AN OPTION CARD

CAUTION: The option and main circuit cards contain static sensitive

components. Before handling the cards, discharge static charges
from your body by touching a grounded bare metal object. Ideally,
handle the cards at a static controlled clean workstation. Also,
handle the cards by the edges only. Dirt, oil or other contaminants
that may contact the cards can adversely affect circuit operation.

WARNING: Exposed line voltage may be present on the circuit
boards when power is applied. Remove all power to the unit AND
load circuits before accessing the unit.

1. Remove the main assembly from the rear of the case. Squeeze the finger
holds on the rear cover, or use a small screwdriver to depress the side
latches to release it from the case. It is not necessary to separate the rear
cover from the main circuit card.

2. Locate the option card connector for the type of option card to be installed.
Hold the unit by the rear connector, not the display board, when installing
an option card.

3. Install the option card by aligning the option card connector with the slot
bay in the rear cover. The cards are keyed by position with different main
board connector locations. Be sure the connector is fully engaged and the
tab on the option card rests in the alignment slot on the display board.

4. Slide the assembly back into the case. Be sure the rear cover latches fully
into the case.

5. Perform USB driver installation below prior to powering the PAX and
connecting PAXUSB to PC USB port.

COMMUNICATIONS

It is necessary to match the PAX unit’s serial communications parameters to
the host’s parameters before communications can be established. This is
accomplished by using the PAX front panel keys to enter the Serial
Communications Parameters Module.

CRIMSON 2 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

• Windows 2000, XP, or Vista

• RAM and free disk space as required by the chosen operating system.

• An additional 50 MB of disk space for software installation.

• A display of at least 800 by 600 pixels

• A USB port for downloading to the PAX

SPECIFICATIONS

PAXUSB PROGRAMMING CARD

Type: USB Virtual Comms Port

Isolation To Sensor & User Input Commons: 500 Vrms for 1 min.

Working Voltage: 50 V. Not Isolated from all other commons.

PAXH Isolation:

Baud Rate: 300 to 19.2k

Unit Address: 0 to 99; only 1 unit can be configured at a time

Isolation To Sensor Common: 1400 Vrms for 1 min.

Working Voltage: 125 V

Isolation To User Input Common: 500 Vrms for 1 min.

Working Voltage: 50 V

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USB DRIVER INSTALLATION

1. Download and install the latest Crimson 2 build on your Windows® compatible
PC. Earlier builds may not have the RLC Virtual Comm port drivers. Crimson
software is available as a free download at http://www.redlion.net.

2. Install PAXUSB card into the unit and apply power to the PAX.

3. Connect Type A to mini B USB cable to computer and PAX option card.
Windows will prompt you for the location of the drivers for the device. The
default location for these drivers is “C:\Program Files\Red Lion controls\
Crimson 2.0\Device.” When the hardware setup appears, choose “Install from
a list or Specific location,” click Next, and then check “Include this
location...” and click the Browse button. Point the Wizard at the location
specified above or whatever other location you specified during installation
of the software. It is important that you perform this step correctly, or you
may have to manually remove the drivers using the Device Manager, and
repeat the installation once more.

Note: Crimson’s USB drivers have not been digitally signed by Microsoft

and you will therefore see a dialog offering you the chance to stop the
installation. You should be sure to select the Continue option to indicate
that you do indeed wish to install the drivers.

4. Windows will automatically assign a comms port to the PAXUSB. To
determine the port assigned, open “System Properties” from within Windows
Control Panel. Select the Hardware tab, and click the “Device Manager”
button. Expand the “Ports” line. Take note of which Comms port is assigned
to “RLC Virtual Comm port”. It must be Com4 or lower to operate with
Crimson 2. If higher, right-click on the entry and select “Properties,” “Port
Settings” tab, and then “Advanced” button. Select a Coms port that is COM4
or lower and is not physically being used.

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ORDERING INFORMATION

MODEL NO. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER

PAXUSB
CBLUSB

SFCRUSB*

* Crimson software is available for download from http://www.redlion.net/

PAX USB Programming Card
Type A to mini B USB Cable

USB Programming Kit containing USB Card,
USB Cable, and Crimson Software

PAXUSB00
CBLUSB01

SFCRUSB1

LIMITED WARRANTY

The Company warrants the products it manufactures against defects in materials and workmanship for a
period limited to two years from the date of shipment, provided the products have been stored, handled,
installed, and used under proper conditions. The Company’s liability under this limited warranty shall
extend only to the repair or replacement of a defective product, at The Company’s option. The Company
disclaims all liability for any affi rmation, promise or representation with respect to the products.

The customer agrees to hold Red Lion Controls harmless from, defend, and indemnify RLC against
damages, claims, and expenses arising out of subsequent sales of RLC products or products containing
components manufactured by RLC and based upon personal injuries, deaths, property damage, lost profi ts,
and other matters which Buyer, its employees, or sub-contractors are or may be to any extent liable,
including without limitation penalties imposed by the Consumer Product Safety Act (P.L. 92-573) and
liability imposed upon any person pursuant to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (P.L. 93-637), as now in
effect or as amended hereafter.

No warranties expressed or implied are created with respect to The Company’s products except those
expressly contained herein. The Customer acknowledges the disclaimers and limitations contained herein
and relies on no other warranties or affi rmations.

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