Programming a PowerView Display from ACE - Discontinued

Hardware Required

The displays are programmed over a Local Area Network created using two USB/Ethernet adapters and a Ethernet crossover cable. These parts are available in a programming kit that also provides the power harness and power adapter for the PV700, PV780, PV1100, and PV1200 series of displays.

• Complete Programming Kit:
  • Includes: (2) USB/Ethernet adapters, CAT5 ethernet crossover cable, power adapter and wire harness
  • Part Number: 78090098
• USB/Ethernet Adapters Only:
  • Part Number: 78000717

USB/Ethernet Adapter Drivers

The drivers for the adapters come with Windows and should automatically install when you plug in the adapter.

LAN Setup

ACE Software uses Auto Detection and will automatically connect to the display over the LAN. No setup is required.

Connecting to the Display

Simply plug the USB/Adapters into the PC and the displays USB port with the Ethernet crossover cable in between then apply power to the display. You must use a crossover cable, not a straight through cable. The display will connect within a minute.

Programming Steps

When your application is complete select generate display then push the application to the display. Any time changes are made to either the display or controller you must update both of them to keep them in sync.

Troubleshooting

If you are experiencing trouble connecting to the display reference the troubleshooting guide found in the LAN troubleshooting Article.