Missing Serial Device

This section contains information that applies to Windows and Linux, not Windows on ARM.

Problem:

A device connected via serial (RS-232) port is not recognized by Connection Expert.

Probable Cause:

Connection Expert does not automatically detect serial devices. You must add these devices manually.

Suggested Steps:

  1. Make sure your devices are physically connected and turned on.

  2. Run Connection Expert.

  3. Click .

  4. Select Serial instrument on ASRLn. (You will have options corresponding to the serial ports available on your system; for example, ASRL3 for COM3.)

  5. Specify the properties (baud rate, etc.) as they are set on the instrument. Click OK to save.

See Also

Add a Serial Instrument

Missing Serial Interface

Serial Communication Failure