MultiRAE
User’s Guide
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12 Datalog Transfer, Monitor Configuration, and Firmware
Upgrades Via Computer
Datalogs can be downloaded from the MultiRAE to a computer, and firmware updates can be uploaded to
the MultiRAE via the USB port on the Travel Charger, Desktop Cradle, or AutoRAE 2. Use the included
Mini B USB (5-pin)-to-USB cable to connect the Travel Charger or Desktop Cradle to a computer
running ProRAE Studio II or a USB A to USB B cable to connect the AutoRAE 2.
12.1 Downloading Datalogs And Performing PC-Based Instrument
Configuration And Firmware Upgrades
The MultiRAE communicates with a PC running ProRAE Studio II Instrument Configuration and Data
Management software to download datalogs, configure the instrument, or upgrade the instrument’s
firmware.
Note:
The most recent version of ProRAE Studio II Instrument Configuration and Data Management
software is available for a free-of-charge download at: http://www.raesystems.com/downloads/product-
software
The MultiRAE must be connected to a PC through the supplied Desktop Cradle, Travel Charger, or
AutoRAE 2 and must be in the PC or AutoRAE 2 communications mode.
Desktop Cradle or Travel Charger
1.
Use the supplied PC Communications Cable (USB to mini-USB cable) to connect the Desktop
Cradle or Travel Charger to a PC.
2.
Turn on the MultiRAE. Make sure it is running in Normal mode (with the main measurement
screen showing).
3.
Insert the MultiRAE in the Desktop Cradle or connect it to the Travel Charger.
4.
Activate the PC communications mode on the MultiRAE by pressing [N/-] repeatedly, starting
from the main measurement screen until you reach the “Communicate With Computer?” screen.
5.
Press [Y/+]. Measurement and datalogging stop, and the instrument is now ready to communicate
with the PC. The display now says “Ready To Communicate With Computer.”
6.
Start up the ProRAE Studio II software, enter a password, and detect the instrument following the
directions provided in the ProRAE Studio II User’s Guide.
7.
Follow the instructions in the ProRAE Studio II User’s Guide to download the datalog, configure
the instrument settings, or update the MultiRAE’s firmware.
8.
When you are done, press [Y/+] to exit the PC communications mode on the MultiRAE. The
instrument returns to operating in Normal mode.
Mini B USB
(5-Pin) to
USB cable
Travel
Charger
Mini B USB
(5-Pin) port
Mini B USB
(5-Pin) port
Desktop
Charging
Cradle
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