Comprehensive Manual26© 2018 Nortek AS1. Insert the Flash disk, or find the Vector.exe on the web site.2. Follow the on-screen instructions, accept the default settings. The Setup program will by defaultinstall the application in the c:\Nortek\Vector folder and create an application shortcut in theNortek programs folder and on the desktop.3. Restart your PC if prompted to, to finalize the installation process.Communication with the instrumentConnect the instrument to one of the computer serial ports, using the Serial-to-USB adaptor. SelectSerial Port from the Communication menu to specify the port number to use. It is recommended toaccept the default baud rate settings - which is also the default instrument baud rate.To check the instrument communication and verify that the instrument is connected, select Connectfrom the Communication menu or click the corresponding toolbar button. A message box with anidentification or status string will pop up. Alternatively activate the Terminal Emulator window andpress the send break button to send a BREAK signal over the serial port. A break causes theinstrument to report an identification or status string. If it is not responding, or it responds withsomething unexpected, check the Troubleshooting chapter.Changing the Baud RateThere are two baud rates that can be specified in the software; communication baud rate andRecorder/firmware upgrade baud rate. A higher baud rate speeds up large file trasfers and isappropriate when you have a short serial cable and a relatively noise-free environment.The standard baud rate is 9600. However, for 64 Hz data collection, you will need to use 19 200baud.To change the baud rate and make it permanent, do the following:1 Connect the Vector to your computer.2 Set the baud rate in Communication > Serial Port to the baud rate you prefer.3. Press Stop Data Collection. The software will change the baud rate and make it permanent.If you remove power and reapply it, the Vector will re-awake with the new baud rate.Note! If data download is interrupted, the Vector may be left with a baud rate setting other than theone used for normal communication. When the software tries to establish communication in suchcases, it may spend a few moments searching for the correct baud rate to use.2.1.3 Initial preparationWe recommend the following procedure to prepare the Vector for successful operation:1. Verify that you have received all parts by using the Content of Shipment document that came withthe instrument as a reference.2. Install the internal battery pack.3. Install the Vector Software on a PC.4. Before a deployment it is recommended to run a functional test as described in the ServiceManual to verify that the instrument is functioning as intended and thus avoiding using amalfunctioning instrument during deployments.5. When you are ready to make your measurements, mount the Vector in accordance with theguidelines presented in Mounting and Handling the Probe. When deploying an instrument in thefield, the primary goal of any deployment is to keep the mooring at the chosen location and tomake as accurate measurements as possible.6. We recommend starting a deployment with fresh batteries. If you are using an internal andexternal battery the primary battery will be selected based on which has highest voltage.7. Verifying performance prior to the actual deployment can be a good idea to verify that theconfiguration works well and that you are going to record meaningful data before deploying theVector and leave it on its own. For this you may use the data collection mode.8. Do not forget to erase any data recorded by the Vector before the deployment is started, if storage