Murphy Autostart AS705S Use and care manual

1 INTRODUCTION
All Autostart AS705S, AS710S and AS730S controls fitted with
firmware versions V1.0 or higher have a serial communication
port, accessed through a 9 way D-connector at the unit’s rear.
This port, when used with other hardware accessories, may be
used to set up a communication link between an Autostart and a
PC running Murphy software model AS7CK. This software may
then be used for the monitoring, control and programming of any
Autostart in the range.
The information in this document is current for:-
• AS705S units with firmware V1.00 – V1.06(a)
• AS710S and AS730S units with firmware V1.00 – V1.09(a)
• (obsolete) AS720S units with firmware V1.00 – V1.05
• AS7CK software version V1.07
Firmware and software versions before or after these revisions
may contain more, less or reconfigured features. If in doubt,
please contact our technical sales department for up to date
product information and compatibility details.
Further details on specification, installation and operation of the
Autostart range can be found in the following documents:-
Doc. ref. Title
ms5258 AS705S bulletin
mi5396 AS705S installation and wiring
ms5259 AS710S bulletin
mi5262 AS710S installation and wiring
ms5261 AS730S bulletin
mi5264 AS730S installation and wiring
mi5265 AS7xx installation section B: programming
The above are available on request from your Murphy
representative, or from the ‘products’ section of our website
www.fwmurphy.co.uk
2 HARDWARE
2.1 Hardware Accessories
Several standard communication components are available,
combinations of which allow the link to be ‘local’ (an RS232 link of
less than 10 metres) or ‘remote’ (by use of RS232 modems and the
telephone network):-
Model No. Description
AS7CA 9 way to 9 way serial (null modem) lead, for local
communication where the PC has a 9 way COM port.
AS7CB 9 way to 25 way serial (null modem) lead, for local
communication where the PC has a 25 way COM port.
AS7CC RS232 interface unit for local communication only
AS7CD RS232 interface unit for remote communication, via
modems and the telephone network. AS7CD may
also be used for local communication.
AS7CK Autostart - PC communication software (V1.07)
The AS705S only supports a local type link. The AS710S, AS720S
and AS730S support either local or remote modem links. All
applications require one interface unit (of the correct type) and
software model AS7CK installed on a PC. Local communication
also requires one of the two serial leads listed above (AS7CA or
AS7CB).
‘Remote’ communication requires the use of two modems and
modem leads (not available from Murphy) and a connection to
the public switched telephone network (PSTN). Note: modem
leads are normally supplied with each modem, and are NOT the
same as the serial leads used for local communication. The
modem lead at the Autostart/generator site must have a 9 way
D-connector, allowing connection to interface unit AS7CD.
Autostart AS705S V1.00
–
V1.06(a
)
Autostart AS710S/AS720S/AS730S V1.00 – V1.09(a)
PC Communication and Software (AS7CK V1.07)
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revision D, 19th June 2002
catalogue section 75
Please read the following information before installing. A visual inspection of this product for damage during
shipping is recommended before installation. It is your responsibility to ensure that qualified mechanical and electrical
technicians install this product. If in doubt, please contact your local Murphy representative.
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2.2 Hardware Connection
Typical connections for local and remote (modem) systems are
shown at the foot of the page.
2.2.1 Local communication (distances up to 10 metres)
Over short distances, the Autostart may be simply connected to a
PC or laptop using interface unit AS7CC and serial lead AS7CA
or AS7CB (see diagram below left). To connect up the system:-
1. Ensure that both Autostart and PC/laptop are powered down.
2. Take interface unit AS7CC, and plug the end marked
‘Autostart’ (or 'AS7xx') into the 9-way D-connector socket
at the Autostart's rear. Tighten the two securing screws.
3. Plug the (9-way end) of the serial lead into the interface, at
the end marked ‘PC’. Connect the other (9 way or 25 way)
end of the lead into a spare serial (COM) port on the
PC/laptop.
4. The Autostart may be wired into the control panel as for
normal operation. Alternatively, make the following
minimum electrical connections:-
• Positive DC supply to pins 3, 4 and 11
• Negative DC supply to pins 1 and 28.
5. For laptop computers, ensure that the mains AC supply is
disconnected (see caution below). Switch on the PC or
laptop, power up the Autostart into Auto mode, and run the
software (see section 3.2).
WARNING: For Autostart communications, laptop
computers MUST be used in stand-alone ‘battery’
mode only, with the AC power supply
disconnected. Failure to disconnect the AC supply
may result in damage to both laptop and Autostart.
The damaging electrical currents can be caused by
voltage differences between the Autostart and laptop,
where the laptop AC power supply is ungrounded.
2.2.2 Remote (Modem) Communication
Two modems are required, one connected to the Autostart (at
the generator site) and one connected to the PC (at the
remote ‘control’ site).
The modems must be RS232 and Hayes AT compatible, and
will also usually need to comply with the technical and legal
requirements of the connected telephone network. The
Autostart/ generator site modem should ideally use an
uninterruptable power supply (usually a battery/DC system).
Connection at the generator site:-
1. Ensure that both modem and Autostart are powered down.
2. Take the interface unit AS7CD, and plug the end marked
‘Autostart’ or ‘AS7XX’ into the 9-way D-connector socket
at the Autostart rear. Tighten the 2 securing screws.
3. Connect the modem lead between interface and modem.
4. Connect up the modem’s telephone and power supply
leads, as specified by the modem manufacturer.
5. Power up the system: modem first, then Autostart.
At the PC control site, connect the modem to the PC, telephone
network and power supply in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. (This may not be necessary if the PC is already
fitted with an internal modem card. Note, however, that the PC
software will only operate with modems configured on serial ports
COM1 or COM2: the software does not support internal modems
configured with COM3 or COM4 port settings.)
3 PC SOFTWARE
3.1 Software Installation
Before any communication can occur between Autostart and PC,
software model AS7CK must be installed on the PC and correctly
configured. All the instructions following relate to version 1.07 of
this software, released January 2001.
Software AS7CK is designed to run on an IBM compatible
PC running Microsoft Windows® 3.1, 3.11, ’95 or '98. The
software is a DOS based program supplied on one 3.5",
1.44Mb floppy disk, or available (free of charge) from the
‘downloads’ section of our website: www.fwmurphy.co.uk..
The software can be used with modem/serial port settings of
COM1 or COM2: note that COM3 or COM4 port settings are
not supported.
Autostart to PC Connection
Autostart
705, 710, 720 or730 Autostart 710,720 or730
Generator Site Generator Site
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Modem CommunicationsLocal Communications
Software
AS7CK
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(not supplied by Murphy)
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TelephoneNetwork
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V1.07 PC software is able to support all post autumn 1997
AS705S units, and AS710S, AS720S and AS730S units with
firmware versions V1.00 or higher. Full details of compatibility
can be found in the readme.txt file that opens
automatically after software installation (see below).
To install the software:-
• Insert the 3.5" disk into drive A. The installation procedure
then depends upon the version of Windows used:-
WINDOWS 3.1 or 3.11:-
• From Windows 'Program Manager' click on File and
select Run.
• Type A:\Install in the dialogue box, then click on OK or
press Return.
WINDOWS 95/98:-
• Click on Start,select Run... .
• Type A:\Install in the dialogue box, then click on OK or
press Return.
The install routine asks for confirmation of the drive and
directory into which the software is to be copied, and also the
Windows 'program group' to be used. If the default settings are
confirmed, the software is installed into the directory
C:/Murphy/AS7v1_07 (on the PC hard drive) and is set up to
operate from a program group called AS7 Communications.
At the end of the installation, a ‘readme’ text file opens
automatically, giving the latest release notes about the
software. The readme.txt file should be read thoroughly;
it contains up to date information about the software/Autostart
features, operation and compatibility. The readme.txt file
can be closed by selecting File|Exit.
When the software is run for the very first time, it automatically
starts a ‘configure communications’ menu, which is used to set
up the software for use with the correct PC communication
port - see section 3.9 below for full details.
3.2 Starting the Software
Once the software has been installed, it can be run as follows
(Note: the Windows group and program names given below
are the default installation names. If other names were
entered in the installation routine, use these instead) :-
WINDOWS 3.1 or 3.11:-
• In Windows 'Program Manager', use the mouse to click
on the group named AS7 communications.
• Once this Window has opened, click on the icon named
AS7 Communications V1.07
WINDOWS 95/98:-
• With the mouse, click on Start,select Programs..., then
AS7 communications , then AS7 communications V1.07
The PC displays an opening screen, confirming the software title
and version number, which will automatically clear after 2
seconds.
Before the software starts properly, it needs to configure itself
for the 'current unit type'. If a local link exists, the PC software
will automatically detect theunit type and configure itself. If no
connection is present, the software asks the user to enter the
unit type as follows:-
Select Autostart type:-
(F1) AS705 V0.xx
(F2) AS705 V1.xx
(F3) AS710 V1.xx
(F4) AS720 V1.xx
(F5) AS730 V1.xx
Note the distinction between ‘old’ (V0.xx) and ‘new’ (V1.xx)
AS705S units above. After this initialisation, the program
displays the main menu (see section 3.3 below).
3.3 Main Menu
This consists of 6 options. Like other menus in the software,
options are selected by use of the PC's function keys (F1, F2,
etc):-
Main menu:-
(F1) Monitor Autostart status
(F2) Manage Profiles
(F3) Connect via MODEM to remote Autostart
(F4) Disconnect MODEM link to remote Autostart
(F5) Monitor incoming faults
(F6) Software configuration
(F10) Quit program
When the options above are available for use, they are displayed
in green text. Some options may be displayed in grey text,
indicating that they are not currently available. For example,
options F3,F4 and F5 are only available if the software detects
that the PC is connected to a modem.
Function
key
Details in
section
Description
F1 3.4 Monitor Autostart Status
Used to upload information from the
Autostart, in real time, for the remote
monitoring and control of the engine or
generator
F2 3.5 Manage profiles
Opens the Manage Profiles sub menu, used
to edit and manage (open, save, upload and
download) Autostart program profiles.
F3 3.6 Connect via MODEM to remote Autostart
Dials out (via a modem) and establishes a
communications link to a remote Autostart.
F4 3.7 Disconnect MODEM link to remote Autostart
Disconnects a current communications link.
F5 3.8 Monitor Incoming faults
Puts the PC program in 'standby' mode, ready
to record the fault details of remote Autostarts
which are dialling in.
F6 3.9 Software configuration
Used to set up the PC software before use
F10 3.10 Quit
To quit the Autostart communications program.

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AS705S units do not support options F3, F4 and F5 above. At
the top of all menu screens is a single line giving information
about the current status of the software. There are four
information 'fields', e.g.:-
AS710 V1.xx File: AS710_002.710 local COM:2
From left to right these fields are:-
Current unit type
(in light blue) This setting (AS705S, 710S, 720S or 730S) is set at program start up and
determines the range of programming
options available.
Current profile name
(in yellow) The currently loaded profile name. The type of file (.705, .710, .720 or .730) should be
the same as the current unit type. When
the software is first started, ‘(none)’ is
displayed. If the current profile has been
uploaded from an Autostart (rather than
from disk), the name shown is always
upload.7xx.
Comm link type
(in red) The current communications mode, 'local' or 'remote' (see section 3.9)
COM: 2
(in dark blue) The current COM port (see section 3.9).
3.4 Monitor Autostart Status
This part of the software allows the PC operator to monitor the
real-time status of a connected Autostart and
engine/generator. It also allows limited control over the
Autostart and generator.
For the monitoring screen to operate, the Autostart must be
switched on and the communication link intact. When the
communication link is local, pressing F1 from the main menu
gives immediate and unrestricted monitoring and control. If the
link is remote (via modems and the telephone network) the
user must first establish a communication link by use of main
menu function F3: see section 3.6 below.
Whenever the monitoring screen is selected, the PC software
attempts to upload real-time measurement data from the
Autostart – information such as operating mode, engine status,
engine speed, generator frequency, oil pressure, input/output
status, etc. This information is then displayed on-screen:-
Frank W. Murphy - Autostart Monitoring Comms Link
---------------------------------------
Unit:
Site name:
Mode:
Status:
AS7xx Vx.x
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
AUTO
Gen on load
Timer message
Fault message
Engine speed:
Generator freq:
Generator V:
Generator I:
Battery volts:
WL charge volts:
Oil pressure:
Engine temp:
Hours run:
Mains V:
~~~~ RPM
~~ Hz.
~~~ ~~~ ~~~ V AC
~~~~ ~~~~ ~~~~ A AC
~~.~ V DC
~~ V DC
~~~ psi
~~~ deg C
~~~~
~~~ ~~~ ~~~ V AC
Esc=Quit F1=Start F2=Stop F3=Reset F4=Load F5=O/P A F6=O/P B F7=Mute
F8=Print F9=Test
Remote start
Manual start
Manual stop
Emergency stop
IP1: oil pressure
IP2: engine temp.
IP3: ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
IP4: ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
IP5: ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
O
O
O
O
O
INPUTS:
Fuel
Start
A800 enable
OP1: ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
OP2: ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
OP3: ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
OP4: ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
OP5: Common alarm
OP6: Gen.Contactor
OP7: Mains contactor
OUTPUTS:
The above screen varies slightly with different Autostart types,
according to the hardware features available, e.g. generator
voItage and current monitoring is only available on the AS730S,
mains voltage monitoring is only available on AS720S.
As well as the Autostart and generator parameters shown above,
particular points to note are:-
Link Status
Shown at the top right hand side of the screen, this gives an
indication that communication is in progress. A flashing white
square indicates that data is being transmitted; if data
communication is lost, the square remains grey in colour.
Function keys
The lower line of the screen displays the (PC keyboard) function
keys that may be used to control the remote Autostart:-
Esc (Quit) Press Esc to exit the monitoring/control screen and
return to the software main menu.
F1 (Start) Press this key to give an immediate, automatic
engine start: Autostart will run the generator off
load, but will automatically load the generator if the
mains fails. If this key is pressed when the engine is
already running, Autostart takes no action.
F2 (Stop) Press F2 to stop the engine. This key has no
effect if a site mains fail or remote start condition
is present (and the Autostart is running the
generator on load).
F3 (Reset) May be used to reset a shutdown fault condition,
provided that the Autostart is in Auto mode.
Faults which occur in Manual mode cannot be
remotely reset.
WARNING: This key should only be pressed if
the reason for the displayed fault has been
established and corrected. When F3 is pressed,
the Autostart returns to 'Auto/standby' mode, and
will automatically start the engine again if a
remote start or mains fail condition exists. If the
fault has not been corrected, damage to plant may
occur when the engine automatically restarts.
F4
(load reset) This key may be used to manually re-load the
generator, after Autostart has automatically taken
the generator off load (e.g. because of voltage,
frequency or current fault). When F4 is pressed,
Autostart only attempts to put the generator back
on load if the measured voltage, frequency and
current have returned to within normal limits.
F5 (O/P A) May be used to activate any Autostart output that
has been programmed to a PC cntrl A function.
The Autostart output can be remotely turned on or
off (activating/deactivating plant or control circuitry)
by pressing F5 on the PC keyboard. For full details
see Programming literature mi5265.
F6 (O/P B) Similar to F5 above, but pressing key activates
any output programmed to PC cntrl B.
F7 (Mute) If a generator fault occurs, the software will
activate the PC speaker. Press F7 to mute the
speaker.
F8 (Print) May be used to print out the monitoring screen on
the locally connected printer.
F9 (Test) Initiates an automatic, timed test of the engine or
generator. Once initiated, the test will run for the
unit’s pre-programmed ‘remote test’ time, even if
the communication link is disconnected.

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3.5 Manage Profiles
This sub-menu allows the editing and management of Autostart
program 'profiles'. A 'profile' is a set of program values and
options used to configure each Autostart - settings such timers,
trip levels, fault messages, etc. Profiles may be edited, opened
from and saved to the PC's hard disk, and uploaded from or
downloaded to each Autostart.
The menu is as follows:- Details in
section
Manage Profiles:
(F1) Edit current profile
(F2) Open profile from disk
(F3) Save profile to disk
(F4) Up-load profile from Autostart
(F5) Down-load profile to Autostart
(Esc)Return to main menu
3.5.1
3.5.2
3.5.3
3.5.4
3.5.5
3.5.1 Manage Profiles F1: Edit current profile
Use this selection to edit the program settings of the 'current'
profile (with name as displayed at the top of each screen). The
PC displays a sub-menu, dividing the Autostart's programmable
functions into 6 groups. A 7th option allows the operator to print
out a list of the current profile settings:-
(F1) Timers
(F2) Generator setup
(F3) DC variables
(F4) Digital / analogue inputs
(F5) Outputs
(F6) Security, Comms & Misc AS710/20/30
or Programmable LEDs AS705
(F7) Print profile
(Esc) Quit
Use the PC function keys F1 - F6 to select each of the 6
groups in turn. Each group contains a screen listing of the
individual program settings, the exact type and number of
which will vary with the features found on each Autostart type.
Full details of the program settings, options and adjustment
ranges may be found in document mi5265.
The current program profile is edited by using the PC's ↑and
↓cursor keys to select each individual function (as indicated
by the moving screen cursor). Values and options may be
changed by using the PC +or –keys (or PageUp and
PageDown keys if preferred); the Shift key can be pressed
at the same time to give quicker value changes.
Programmable functions that require the entry of text (e.g. fault
messages, and PINs) are highlighted by use of green [ ]
brackets. These may be edited by typing between the brackets,
and by use of the PC ←or →cursor keys.
When the displayed list of settings is correct, press Esc once to
return to the Edit Current Profile sub-menu, then either select
another function group or press Esc again to return to the
Manage Profiles sub-menu. The revised settings can then be
either saved to disk or down-loaded to an Autostart.
3.5.2 Manage Profiles F2: Open profile from disk
Use this option to retrieve an Autostart 'profile' from the PC's
hard disk. The PC typically displays:-
Open profile from disk
Available Files:-
DEFAULTS.730
GENSET1.730
GENSET2.730
Use 'PageUp' & 'PageDown', 'enter' to select
Only those files that relate to the current unit type are
displayed, e.g. if AS730 is the current unit type, .705, .710
and .720 files are not shown. Use the Page Up and Page
Down keys on the PC keyboard to select the file (as indicated
by the arrow cursor), then press Enter to open that file.
When a new file is opened from disk, the current file settings
are discarded. A warning is therefore displayed:-
Current file will be disregarded,
'Esc' to quit, 'Enter' to continue.
If the current file settings need to be kept, press Esc, then save
to disk or download the profile. If Enter is pressed, the new file
is loaded and the PC typically displays:-
Profile FILENAME.7xx opened successfully
Last edited on the (date) at (time)
Press ‘Enter’ to continue
When Enter is pressed, the program automatically opens the
'Edit current profile' screen, ready for editing the profile if
necessary (section 3.5.1 above).
Note that the new, just opened file becomes the 'current
profile', with the filename displayed at the top of the screen.
3.5.3 Manage Profiles F3: Save profile to disk
This option, selected by pressing F3 from the Manage Profiles
menu, may be used to save the 'current' profile to the PC's hard
disk. This process gives each profile a unique file name, used
to store, organise and recall Autostart program profiles.
When F3 is pressed, the PC typically displays:-
Save program profile:-
Existing Files:-
DEFAULTS
JOB123
GENXYZ
New Profile name: ?
Type in the new file name, of up to 8 characters (letters or
numbers, but not spaces). Do not type in the .7xx filename
extension - this is added automatically. The name used should
ideally be given some significance to the site, customer or plant
in question, e.g. 'JOB123', 'GENTYPE3', 'CUSTMA1', etc.
Once the correct file name is displayed, press Enter. The
PC then displays:-
Saving (newname).7xx
Followed by…
File: (newname).7xx saved
Press 'Esc' to Continue

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Pressing Esc returns the PC to the Manage Profiles menu.
The new file is stored in the directory
C:\MURPHY\AS7V1_07, ready for later recall if necessary.
Note that this new file becomes the 'current file', with the new
filename displayed at the top of each screen.
3.5.4 Manage Profiles F4: Upload profile from Autostart
This function allows a program profile to be retrieved
('uploaded') from a connected Autostart. To do this, the
Autostart must be correctly connected and switched on.
When F4 is pressed, the PC displays 'uploading profile from
Autostart'. When the transmission is complete, the PC typically
displays:-
Murphy AS7xx V1.07 File: upload.7xx
Profile successfully uploaded
Press 'Esc' to continue
After a profile upload, note that the current filename at the top
of the screen changes to upload.7xx. When Esc is
pressed, the program automatically moves to the Display/Edit
current profile menu (see section 3.5.1 above), ready for editing
of the individual settings.
If the PC fails to correctly upload the Autostart program, it gives
an error message, e.g.:-
Checking for Autostart
Communication failure
Press 'Esc' to continue
Pressing Esc then returns the program to the Manage Profiles
menu. The operator should then check the connection between
PC and Autostart before attempting to upload again.
3.5.5 Manage Profiles F5: Download profile to Autostart
This option is used to send (or 'down-load') the current program
profile to a connected Autostart, changing the program settings
within that Autostart.
Program down-loads to AS705S, AS710S or AS720S units are
virtually instantaneous. Down-loads to AS730S units are also
instant, but the unit firmware may take around 15 seconds to
recalibrate its AC over-current trip settings: During this time the
AS730S cannot respond to fault conditions or start/stop
commands. Down-loading is most safely carried out while the
engine is stationary, and a warning message is therefore
displayed when F5 is pressed:-
AS730 Setup (Current file: newname.ppf)
Save Profile to AS730
WARNING
All generator protection is
inoperative for 15 seconds during
update
Do you wish to continue (y/n)?
To continue, press ‘Y’. The PC then displays (in order)…
Transmitting
Progress xx%
Transmission Complete
Instrument updating… xx (seconds
remaining)
Press 'Esc' to continue
…once the program has downloaded.
3.6 Connect via MODEM to remote Autostart
Use this option (by pressing F3 from the main menu) to set
up a modem connection between the PC and a remote
Autostart 710, 720 or 730.
This option is only available (and highlighted with green
text) if the software detects that a modem is connected to
the assigned PC COM port, and that communication is not
already in progress. When F3 is pressed, the PC displays:-
Connect to remote MODEM
Enter phone number or use F1-F8 to speed
dial:_
(F1) [NAME1 ] [NUMBER1 ]
(F2) [NAME2 ] [NUMBER2 ]
:
(F8) [NAME3 ] [NUMBER8 ]
Press "SHIFT" F1-F8 to edit speed-dial entries
In the above screen, the phone number of the remote Autostart
can be manually typed in: when the correct number is displayed,
press Enter. Alternatively, one of eight 'speed-dials' may be
selected using keys F1 - F8. To set up the speed-dial names and
numbers, press Shift at the same time as the appropriate
function key.
When the software dials out, it displays:-
Dialling…
**CONNECTED**
Enter 4 digit PIN number:
To gain further access to the Autostart, type in the correct, 4
figure 'log-on' PIN (Personal Identification Number), followed by
Enter. The factory default log-on PIN is 5678, but this may
have been re-programmed in the remote Autostart to prevent
access by unauthorised personnel.
Once the correct PIN has been entered, the PC displays
‘press any key to continue’. Pressing any key returns the PC
to the main menu: the PC and remote Autostart are now in full
communication, and other options can be selected as normal.
3.7 Disconnect MODEM link to remote Autostart
Use this option (by pressing F4 from main menu) to disconnect
a remote communications link between PC and Autostart.
When F4 is pressed, the screen displays:-
Hanging up MODEM
Please wait…
After a short delay, the PC displays:-
*** Disconnected ***
Press any key to continue
Press any key to return the program to the main menu.
3.8 Monitor Incoming Faults
This option is selected by pressing F5 from the main menu,
but is only available if the software has detected a modem
connection. Once this mode is selected, the PC is on
standby, ready to receive automatic calls from remote
Autostarts (from AS710S, AS720S or AS730S units which
have detected a fault and have been previously programmed
to dial the 'control centre' modem number in response).
The PC initially displays:-
Faults received since data/time: x (number)
STATUS: Awaiting incoming faults (press Esc to quit)

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When the PC receives an incoming call, the remote Autostart
leaves a fault message, typically:-
Fault received from: Site name
Fault: LOW OIL PRESSURE
Fault date/time: dd/mm/yyyy hh:mm:ss
Each Autostart will automatically break off communication once
its message has been transmitted, freeing up the PC to receive
other calls. If the PC is already engaged in logging a call, or
using the modem for other purposes, the remote Autostart will
keep trying to dial in until the call is logged.
The PC screen is able to display only one fault message at a
time: the message remains on the screen until either another
message is received, or the operator presses Esc. All fault
messages are however appended to a text file, named
faultlog.txt (in directory ‘Murphy/AS7v1_07'). This file
may be viewed and edited by use of a word processor or text
editor (e.g. Windows Notepad).
Esc may be pressed at any time to return to the main menu,
whereupon the software stops logging incoming calls
3.9 Software Configuration
This option on the main menu (F6) is used to configure the
software with the PC communication port. The sub-menu
contains 2 parameters:-
Configure software:-
(F1) COM port
(F2) Link type (Local / Remote)
(Esc) Return to main menu
The COM port and link type, once set, are stored in a separate
file (settings.txt) on the PC's hard disk, and are read by the
software every time it is started. (There is no need to re-enter
these settings every time that the program is run.)
3.9.1 F1: COM port
Before any communication, local or remote, can take place
between the PC and Autostart, the software must be correctly
set for the COM port being used. Note: the current COM port
setting is always displayed at the top right of the screen.
The COM (or 'serial') port is a 9 or 25 way D-connector, usually
located at the back or side of the PC. If the port used is labelled
COM1 or COM2, use that number in the configuration setting
above. If the port is not numbered, or simply labelled 'serial',
reference should be made to the PC manufacturer's data before
selecting the COM port. (Note: on desktop PCs, COM1 is often
used for the mouse, with COM2 as the spare, usable port. On
lap-top PCs, COM1 is often the only usable port. COM3 and
COM4 are sometimes used for PC internal modems, but are
not supported by the Autostart PC software).
When F1 is pressed, the PC screen displays:-
Enter new COM port (1 or 2)?
Type in the new COM port number, 1 or 2, then press Enter.
Note that the new COM port number appears at the top right
of the screen.
An incorrect COM port setting will not cause damage to the
Autostart or PC, but may result in slow or stalled operation
of the software. If the incorrect setting is made, terminate
software AS7CK and use Windows Explorer to find and
delete the file C:\Murphy\AS7V1_07\settings.txt. When
software AS7CK isrestarted, it will request re-entry of the
correct COM port number.
3.9.2 F2: link type
This option allows the software to be optimised for local or
remote communication links.
'Remote' must be selected before any modem communications
can take place. If, however, local communications only are to
be used, a 'local' setting will disable the modem checking
routines (and remove certain program delays) that are
necessary in 'remote' communications mode.
3.10 Quit
With the main menu displayed, press F10 to terminate software
and any communication between PC and Autostart.
With its default installation settings, the PC software may
not clear from the screen. The 'Finished - AS7' Window
must be closed as for any other Windows application.
Experienced Windows users can set up the DOS program
window (in the program 'properties' dialog) to automatically
'close on exit'.

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