USB-Link 2 Technical Guide
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USB-Link 2 Code: SS0073 Version 4.11 and up
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WattMaster Controls, Inc.8500 NW River Park Drive Parkville, MO 64152Toll Free Phone: 866-918-1100PH: (816) 505-1100 FAX: (816) 505-1101 E-mail: [email protected] our website at www.wattmaster.comForm: WM-USBLII-TGD-01B September 2011 WattMaster Controls, Inc. Windows XP , Vista, and Windows 7 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.WattMaster Controls, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.This document is subject to change without notice.
General Information ......................................................................................................................................... 3USB-Link 2 Overview ...................................................................................................................................................................3System Requirements ..................................................................................................................................................................3
Quick Guide ...................................................................................................................................................... 4
USB-Link 2 Driver Installation Instructions .................................................................................................... 5
Connection and Wiring .................................................................................................................................... 6
Finding the COM Port Number ......................................................................................................................... 7
Prism II Setup Instructions ............................................................................................................................. 8
Communication Settings and LED Descriptions ........................................................................................... 10USB-Link 2 Communication Settings .........................................................................................................................................10USB-Link 2 LED Descriptions ....................................................................................................................................................10
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................. 11Troubleshooting Tips .................................................................................................................................................................. 11Changing the USB COM Port Number .......................................................................................................................................12Verifying CommLink II, CommLink III, and MiniLink EPROM Software Versions .......................................................................13
USB-Link 2
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USB-Link 2 Overview
The USB-Link 2 (OE366) is a portable device that is used as an interface to connect your computer to WattMaster controllers without the need for a CommLink.
The USB-Link 2 provides a direct link to enable you to view the status and confi gure and adjust the setpoints of any controller on the control system communications loop using Prism II graphical front end com-puter software.
The USB-Link 2 is small in size and is powered by the USB port of the computer it is plugged into, making it completely portable and allowing connection to the system from any controller.
The USB-Link 2 is supplied with a USB cable, a mini-DIN male communication cable, and two mini-DIN to terminal adapters. The communication cable allows you to walk up to any controller that has a communication socket and plug in the USB-Link 2 to gain access to the system. The adapters are used for boards that do not have a female mini-DIN plug connection.
CAUTION: The USB-Link 2 will not work with Prism software. It will only work with Prism II software.
System Requirements
To enable the USB-Link 2 to work with Prism II, you will need:
USB-Link 2 with USB cable, mini-DIN male communication cable, and adapters for terminal and modular connections (cables and adapters provided)
USB drivers on CD-ROM (supplied with USB-Link 2 but also downloadable from any of our websites)
PC with USB 1.1 or 2.0 port (supplied by others)
Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, or 7
Prism II software (supplied with USB-Link 2 but also downloadable from any of our websites)
Networked Systems Only
CommLink(s) with software v3.15 or later and/or Mini Link(s) with software v3.14 or later.
Please note: If these devices contain earlier software versions, you will need to order updated EPROMs from WattMaster. See Troubleshooting on page 13 for further instructions.
General Information
Female 6 PinMini-DINConnector
Female Type BUSB Connector
LED - Typical
ConfigurationSwitch
Top End View of USB-Link 2
Front View of USB-Link 2
Bottom End View of USB-Link
STAND ALONE
NETWORK
3.6
3
2.31
1.0
6
CommunicationSpeed Switch
Figure 1: Top, Front, and Bottom Views of theUSB-Link 2
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Important Notes
Follow the included USB-Link 2 driver installation instructions (page 5).
Follow the connection and wiring instructions (Figure 2 on page 6) to connect and confi gure the USB-Link 2.
If you use your USB-Link 2 on a network and after installation you cannot view all controllers, you may need an EPROM upgrade in your CommLink(s) and/ or MiniLink(s). See Troubleshooting in the back of this guide on page 13 for further instructions.
Familiarize yourself with all system components and review all documentation. Pay special attention to Cautions, Notes, and Warnings since these may keep you from experiencing unnecessary problems.
If you encounter any problems, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of this guide fi rst. If you cant resolve the problem, please call WattMaster Technical Support at our toll free number 1-866-918-1100.
Quick Guide
Quick Guide
Follow the fi ve steps below to get your USB-Link 2 up and running in no time.
Step 1: Set your USB-Link 2s confi guration switch to Stand Alone or Network. See Figure 3 on page 10.
Step 2: Set your USB-Link 2s communication speed switch to Low Speed or High Speed. See Figure 3 on page 10.
Step 3: Install the USB drivers from the included CD-ROM onto your computer.
Step 4: Attach the USB cable to your USB-Link 2 and plug the other end of the cable into your computers USB port. See Figure 2 on page 6.
Step 5: Attach the communication cable to your USB-Link 2 and connect the other end of the cable to the Controllers communication port. See Figure 2 on page 6.
Step 6: Install the included Prism II software on your computer (page 8).
USB-Link 2
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USB Driver Installation
1. Insert the USB Drivers CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive or download the USB Drivers fi le from any of our websites. If using the CD-ROM, go to Step 4. If download-ing the fi le, you will need to click on the USB Driver Setup.zip fi le to unzip the fi le.
2. Once you unzip the fi le, the WattMaster USB Driver Installation Window will appear.
3. If you wish to change the Destination Folder, click and change the location. Click to install the software. Then, open the WattMaster USB Driver folder in the temp directory on your hard drive or the new location if you changed the destination folder.
4. Double-click on the folder USBLinkNewSS0073-CommLink5-PT-LinkII-AllWin-OS.
5. Then double-click on the fi le USB Driver Setup.exe.
6. The following window will pop up:
7. Click and the installation program will walk you through the rest of the steps. The program might prompt you to remove old USB drivers from your computer. Click if so. Once installation is complete, you will need to reboot your computer to have the new settings take effect.
8. With successful USB driver installation, you can now connect your USB device.
9. Follow the procedures on page 7 to verify the Comm Port.
USB Driver Installation
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Connection and Wiring
Figure 2: USB-Link 2 Connection & Wiring
AdapterSupplied With USB-Link 2
PL101904
AdapterSupplied With USB-Link 2
PL101905
Mini-DIN Cable
Mini-DIN Cable
Use The Adapter To Plug In To A Terminal Socket And ConnectThe USB-Link 2 On Boards That Dont Have A Female Mini-DIN Plug Connection.
This Only Allows Communications With The Board It Is Connected To
PL101904
NOTE: .
Use The Adapter And Wire To A Terminal BlockTo Connect The USB-Link 2 To The Local Communications Loop
All ControllersThat Are Connected To The System
P 101905L
On Boards That Dont Have A Female Mini-DIN Plug Connection.This Allows Communications With
. See Note 1.NOTE:
USB-Link 2
Controller WithMini-DIN Plug
USB CableSupplied With
USB-Link 2
Connect Type A Cable End ToUSB Port On Desktop Or Laptop
Personal Computer.USB Drivers Supplied With The USB-
Link 2 Must Be Installed On Your ComputerBefore USB-Link 2 Can B
