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3. Remote Access
The settings required to send SMS packets via a GSM modem or to set up the
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2 controller for
remote access can be accomplished with the front panel keys. It is possible to perform remote
operations with a standard modem but it is not possible to send SMS packets.
Certain parameters in the
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2 controller and GSM modem must be set in order to perform
Remote Access from an external PC. These parameters can be set quickly and easily in the
VLS software or with slightly more effort from the front panel keys.
The equipment and configuration for this style of communication is listed in section 1.1 of this
manual.
3.1 GSM Remote Access
3.1.1 Set Parameters from the VLS software
The Visual Logic Software (VLS) provides the easiest method to
set the parameters and download them to the controller. The
communication method is the first setting necessary in the VLS
software.
Open or start a new program and then choose “Option” on the
menu bar. Click “GSM
and Serial Communication” to open the
dialog box necessary to begin parameter input.