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2. Important Information
2.1 User Guide Applicability
This manual refers to the AntiLog product from Anticyclone Systems Ltd running release
V4.0e of the embedded software and all hardware release revisions up to and including REV
F. The embedded software release version number and hardware revision codes can be
determined from the playback terminal menu system described in section 13 of this document.
Separate supplement guides are available for the OEM versions of the product and for the
additional option packs which extend AntiLog capability for specific users. For more details,
see section 20.
AntiLog V4.0 embedded software is available for all existing AntiLog hardware revisions.
Note that some of the earlier AntiLog hardware may not be able to support some of the latest
features (for example, not all older hardware supports the new dual serial port feature).
2.2 Intended Use
AntiLog is intended exclusively for use as a low voltage RS232 data recording and playback
system. Anticyclone Systems Ltd is not liable for any damage resulting from improper use.
2.3 Safety
Avoid exposure to extreme humidity (e.g. do not spray or submerge in water).
Never apply more than 18.0V to the DC supply input to avoid damage and always ensure
mains power adapters are safe, correctly insulated and correctly earthed before use.
• Ensure the equipment to be connected to your AntiLog unit is correctly earthed and does
not apply power in any form to the RS232 signal connections.
• Do not expose the AntiLog enclosure to any solvents.
• Do not store or operate this product within the reach of children – this product is not a toy!
2.4 Maintenance
Clean boxed AntiLog units with a dry cotton cloth which should be slightly moistened in case
of heavy staining. Never use cleaning agents which contain solvents.
2.5 Recording Considerations
Always select the correct RS232 baud rate and the correct number of RS232 data bits for data
recording. Any data collected using AntiLog where there is a difference between the
recording baud rates and/or the number of data bits per character may result in severely
corrupted or lost data. In common with any other RS232 data recording system, it is not
normally possible to recover any information from data recorded at the wrong baud rate or
data recorded with the wrong number of RS232 data bits per character.
2.6 Playback Considerations
The playback baud rates are completely independent of the baud rates you used to record the
data. You may select any combination of baud rate and RS232 bits per character which suite
your needs. However, If you attempt to use a terminal program to view the AntiLog playback
menu system you may see nothing if the terminal baud rate and/or data bit selection is
different to the currently set AntiLog menu baud rate. Section 5.9 describes how to reset the
menu port settings if this happens. Additionally, if you have hardware that supports the Dual
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